Love this place so much! Have visited every time I came to Roanoke for a visit. Now I love here and can go all the time! They have something for everyone, endless treasures! Great prices, unique pieces. Just went to the Dog Bowl concert last night. High quality production, Five Points Music Sanctuary put on a fabulous show. Vendors and staff were great. Already bought tickets to a future show! You will not regret taking a walk through Black Dog Salvage or supporting Five Points mission with a musical treat! read more

Lots of interesting tchotchkis and crafty items to look at, at mostly reasonable prices. Sort of an upscale craft / flea market that takes up about half the deceptively large building. The other half is the true salvage business and it is impressively robust. The folks at the front were friendly and the wood stove was very welcome on this warm day. It's a great place to take out of town guests. Fun to find items you didn't know you needed but can't leave without. And maybe a spare window frame or old bar top as well. read more

We have watched several episodes of the show and have wanted to visit for quite a while. We love the industrial feel of most salvage items and have a desire to preserve the past and honor the history and stories of these items. We planned to arrive early on Sunday afternoon after confirming their hours. The parking lot was large enough to accommodate the number of visitors and we found a spot and began walking around the exterior to check things out. There was a food truck in parking lot which we did not check out because we just had breakfast at Scratch Biscuit Company up the road. They also have a small amphitheater out side where it appears they do events. The entry to the amphitheater has some of their salvage from the Capital Center in Landover, MD. Michael, one of the employees saw us walking toward the back yard and we began to chat. He was friendly and accommodating and told us a few things about some ironwork recently salvaged from the Piedmont Triad which is our home. He also gave us a few tips on navigating the interior. We made our way inside and were blown away by the sheer number of items. The store appears to be very well organized and arranged with designated areas for items such as doors, windows , plumbing, electrical and hardware. Mixed amongst each space are salvaged items from all over the world. We thought the majority of the prices were reasonable considering the amount of time, effort, and money that is required to secure the items. We also learned that a good portion of the building is designated for various people to setup consignment spaces showcasing their treasures for sale. We once again ran into Michael and he asked us if we had a few minutes. We were happy to tag along side him while he pointed out some very cool hand carved pieces from India and Egypt. We really enjoyed our conversation and appreciated Michael's love and enthusiasm for vintage pieces. It was fun to talk with someone who appreciates the craftsmanship and history of pieces. Black Dog also features a good amount of swag items which will be fun to look back and remember our time in Roanoke. Awesome experience! read more

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Fun stop for both locals and tourists with so much to look at it. There were salvaged goods, many of which were on consignment. The space was gigantic and was the size of a warehouse, but felt well organized. I also liked that there were many local artists represented, including some who had their own designated shop space. The associates did a great job of making the rounds and checking on us without feeling salesy. I ended up purchasing a piece of glass on driftwood and a couple of T-shirts and the transaction was easy. They had a spin the wheel game going in exchange for getting on their mailing list, so I won a free sticker too. If you want a unique shopping experience, this place is worth checking out! read more

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This is a super cool place to shop and browse around. They also offer The Stone House, which a 3/3 all en-suite beautiful house to rent, complete with washers and dryers. read more

Such an interesting store, I'd recommend scheduling at least two hours to go through this place. Its huge!!! read more

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I had never heard of this place, but was told it was something that we had to do since we were in the area. If we had to furnish and decorate our place over again, I am sure that we would have a blast looking around and buying things. A fun place to checkout when you are in the area. We had no desire to walk away with anything, but you could spend so long walking through all of the rooms to see all of the things that they have inside. They even have a cafe if you need to take a break. I thought everything we saw was pretty reasonably priced and the condition of things were really good. The employees were all so sweet and you can tell that they spend plenty of time sourcing all of the things that they bring in. There is everything that you could want here and so much more. They have two floors an an outdoor section so you know the selection is so strong here. read more

Entertaining and fun place to check out while in Roanoke. If you are remodeling or redecorating, this would be an ideal spot to find the kitschy and unique. Other than the occasional handmade and antique goods booths, a lot of the sales floor (aside from the architectural salvage, hardware, and upcycled/recycled furnishings) gave overpriced flea market vibes. This was especially noticeable when we came across multiple items that we had seen at national chain stores for less than they were priced here. The staff was friendly and willing to help when we saw someone and there was a nice Art Gallery upstairs that included local artist's work. Overall a fun time but we found we were searching hard to find something that wasn't overpriced just so we could have a souvenir from the hour and a half we spent at the home base of DIY Network's "Salvage Dogs" reality show. read more

This place is amazing! Take your time to explore and find treasure after treasure. Made famous by the TV show but this is the real thing.

Great company beautiful store. Has a large array of products. Was a very good experience shopping there. We will definitely be there again. read more

Prices (1/5): This place was very expensive. It felt like a junk yard. Half the place seemed like someone went through the trash and picked stuff out to sell... completely rusted, falling apart, and broken. Items (5/5): It kinda has a bit of everything: wood, tables, soap, door knobs, slot machine, dog leashes, coffee, $1000+ artwork, and landscaping statues. It had lots of different consignment booths. We didn't get anything and kinda wasted an hour here. If you like thrifting expensive stuff, this is the place for you. It was cool to see what other people think is a treasure though. read more

Very cool spot lots of old stuff if you want a pice of history to put at home I recommend if you close by read more

So we were in Roanoke and we knew of BDS from the DIY Network (soon the be Magnolia after the buyout from Chip and Joanna Gaines), so stopping by seemed like a great idea! We had no idea of the scope of this operation until we arrived. The store contains not only BDS's own salvage items but also consignment from multiple other antiquers and rehabbers. Materials from indoor and outdoor abound! You'll need some time just to stroll through, and then there's the warehouse where bigger and recent arrivals reside. Wowser. If you like this, and my wife does, it's a blast. I must admit it was more interesting than most other shopping venues. If you are crafty, this might be close to heaven for you. Swing by,check it out. read more

Love love love this place! We just bought two locally made chairs and they are just a dream!! Staff is always very sweet! read more

Black Dog Salvage - Antiques Near Me - Roanoke, Virginia

This place is amazing for anyone. I love the show Black dog salvage I've been watching it for years and I've always wanted to go to see the stuff that I seen on TV and I did. My only letdown was I didn't get to meet Robert -Mike -Ted -Tay and Grayson. That would had made my day. I think it would be fun going into different places and find old treasures but it looks like very hard work. This warehouse is 40,000 square feet and it is full of stuff. Like Mike says we got stuff and now we understand when we hear him say that. Something for everyone. Consignment from other people that make items for the warehouse and a lot of antique and knickknacks. They make a lot of cool furniture and other stuff they also sell hats and T-shirts. I purchased a really cool mailbox with their logo on it can't wait to put it up. There's also another warehouse not far away but it was closed the Saturday we were there. Another building with 20,000 square feet that's were they keep there trucks and trailers. Also a huge building and yard. Next to the Black Dog Salvage is the Stone House it is used for a Guesthouse and event venue. It has some cool pieces that they created and would have loved to have seen them but it was closed. When we got home we were watching old episodes and they were talking about the dog bowl which is where the stage is for concerts. A place for local people to go to have fun. The LOVE sign was made from old Savage pieces to honor Virginia's tourism slogan Virginia is for lovers. I just know that this is a place you need to put on your bucket list. We enjoy it. read more

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Black Dog Salvage is tied to a reality TV show. Did you know that??? I didn't, at least not prior to our quick weekend visit to Virginia. Many insisted we make visiting their warehouse a priority, so we did. If you are into home renovations and quirky (yet cool) reclaimed furniture and other vintage items and are skilled at turning trash to treasure, this place is definitely for you. However, as creative as I am, I find it difficult to see the golden egg within all the rubble, which is kinda what this place looks like to me. It feels a lot like walking through a 2020 revised version of Sanford & Son... to which the theme music was playing in my head nearly the entire visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T5DnqW3F57E ~ I wish I had the vision and the design skill to make something incredible with the vast variety of unique pieces here. Everything from old door handles and hinges, to vintage amber colored drinking glass & pitcher, to a life sized metal horse. There is art, clothing, vinyl records, claw foot bath tubs, an old juke box, garden statues, unique furniture, the ENTIRE DANG DOORWAY to an apartment building and I'm pretty certain I saw a rocket parked out front! But what they have most abundantly are doors & shutters of all shapes and sizes. One in particular reminded me of those metal accented wooden doors I've seen on ancient Spanish-built churches. It was absolutely gorgeous! ~ FINAL THOUGHTS The experience was fun. Our friends actually bought the amber colored pitcher and intend to use it as a flower vase. They also purchased a vintage Batman car in the toy section where, for some odd reason, Wolverine was driving it... LOL The warehouse is huge (40,000 square feet), so be prepared to have plenty to explore. As far as the show, it will soon be coming to an end after 8 seasons and 143 episodes: https://www.wdbj7.com/2020/07/25/roanoke-based-reality-television-series-salvage-dawgs-ending-after-143-episodes/ Enjoy!!! 2020 / 41 read more

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Bottom Line: 40,000+ square feet to explore including architecture salvage, upcycled items, local art and more. I love American history, Americana and architecture, especially stuff from the turn of the century, so I dutifully watched every episode of Salvage Dogs on Discovery Network's DIY channel. I always thought it would be fun to visit Black Dog Salvage and finally this November my husband and I made the nearly five hour drive to visit! I was a little nervous that my trip to Black Dog Salvage would be a let down but it wasn't! I didn't see any of the famous dogs but all of the staff I encountered were very friendly and helpful! I thoroughly enjoyed perusing all 40,000 square feet of their primary location looking at the obvious and the obscure. I saw various pieces I recognized from the show and I was glad to claim several old yarn spools for myself. I also debated, and perhaps foolishly left behind, BDS Furniture Paint. Their paint doesn't require sanding or priming and can be used on wood, metal and more. Sounds like a DIYers dream come true. Overall visiting Black Dog Salvage was a really great experience and with the changing inventory I wish I lived closer! read more

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Meh. This is sorta part way between a local artisan showcase, a self-branded tshirt/hat souvenir stand, a place that sells reproduction hardware, and a real salvage shop. I wouldn't make the trip in again unless I really needed to replace an old door handle or wanted an overpriced metal chicken. read more

Wow. I could seriously spend a whole day just roaming through Black Dog Salvage. If you have never been, you really should stop by for a look. They have such an incredible inventory of eclectic and funky items. We really enjoyed looking at the doors and the stained glass throughout the huge building. They have a great mixture of salvaged and new items to browse. Staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. They are 'dog friendly' so if your dog is well behaved and likes to shop they can come in with you!! read more

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While working in Roanoke, I wanted to visit the home base for the TV show "Salvage Dawgs". I enjoyed seeing some of the pieces I remember being shown on the tv program. The facility is large and full of all sorts of salvage items. They welcome fans of the tv show that, as I, really wanted to see the place and hope to see someone associated with the show (I didn't), as well as those that are looking for unique pieces for residential or commercial projects. The prices are not cheap. One would have to have some deep pockets if they wish to purchase items for their projects. Overall a most pleasant visit. read more

Black Dog Salvage - Antiques Near Me - Roanoke, Virginia

BDS used to be cool with lots of original salvage pieces. Now they've gone pricier (they were always pricy to begin with) and have a big section leased out to other sellers (stores within a store) with hodge podge goods. Somethings being hulked are brand new pieces. Fame must've gone to their head and it's much more touristy. It's still an interesting place to browse but you'll only find one of a kind pieces on the salvage half section of the shop with much higher $$$$$ tag. read more

Black Dog Salvage - Antiques Near Me - Roanoke, Virginia

Many thanks to the great staff at Black dog salvage. I stopped in to check out what all the buzz was about and wasn't disappointed at all. I recommend if there's a spot in the parking lot venture into the store and enjoy the atmosphere. But if the parking lot is full probably steer clear because it would be over congested within the building. There is a lot more to see than what you see on the TV show. The staff is as friendly as they appear on the show and are quick to point out some of the best fines at their boutique read more

This was just a dream! I spent over an hour in here my husband could not get me out of there!

I give this place 5 stars on friendliness and service alone. Tay and Grayson took time to talk to us and take selfies. They were both super nice and Grayson even did the check-out of our purchases. I guess I am used to most of the places we visit that are on, or were on TV where the people are only there for filming and don't really work there. Both of them were working very hard. What a great experience. If you're in the area it's a must see, very down to earth people. Tip: there is parking in the main driveway and further down the hill at the park. read more

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This place is amazing! Every time I visit I find exactly what I need. The staff is wonderful and helpful. I told them what I was looking for and she took me right to my item. I definitely recommend this place! read more

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Visiting from out of town and so happy I came across this establishment on trip advisor. I could roam this store for hours. Most importantly, the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful in finding what we were looking for. A must see when in Roanoke! read more

Black Dog Salvage - So much to see! - Antiques Near Me - Roanoke, Virginia

Way overpriced salvage materials. Good displays and lots to look at though. Good way to use some extra time if in town.

What an amazing place! We are fans of the show so this has been on our bucket list of places to visit. So many interesting things to look at and to remember seeing from different episodes. I wish we would have brought a Uhaul so I could have purchased everything I wanted! Wether or not you are a fan of the show... you will absolutely love this place! read more

Black Dog Salvage - Just one small section of this amazing place!! - Antiques Near Me - Roanoke, Virginia

Amazing! Clean, organized, unique finds, a mix of prices/decent, exceptional customer service and friendly folks--fun afternoon. Recommend

Walked in and a sales associate gave no greeting. However, when I greeted her she said "we close in 30 minutes" How is that a greeting?? It's the type of customer service that is not "warm" and welcoming. 10 minutes later an older gentleman said the same thing. We left without our purchase. Black Dog Salvage can do better! read more

Fun stop even saw the owner but they have great examples of the most unique refurbished ideas

Very overpriced items; many with Black Dog Salvage branded into them! Lots of interesting items, many more ordinary items, but all with price tags that border on the absurd. read more

This place is amazing! We didn't buy anything, but it was so fun to browse around and check out all of the neat old stuff. read more

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Funky shop in Roanoke has a bit of everything when it comes to furniture, antiques, home decor and knickknacks. Very interesting items from decades past and newer items as well. It was a lot of fun coming here and checking out what they have. Some items carry hefty price tags seeing as they're ancient and had to have been restored but a lot of items were reasonably priced. The staff are eager to help as well. Great place to come sho for something unique for your home and recommended. read more

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Where does one start?? If you haven't seen the show this place would still be amazing! The unique finds from all the salvaged items is well organized and priced well. If I had the ability to get things to California easier, I would have dented my checkbook. Great fun read more

I worked with Jim on a custom order today. He spent lots of time going over designs and helping me to try and come up with my own unique style. He sketched for me, we looked throughout the shop, browsed custom order books and all sorts of idea kickstarters to help me decide on a final rough draft. There turn around on Manufactoring is fast and custom prices are reasonable. I can't wait to see the finished product. Thanks so much for your patience and willingness to spend the time that it took to get inside my head today! read more

Absolutely loved Black Dog Salvage! Great prices and a fun, eclectic mix. Would make this a regular stop from now on - even if it adds an hour and a half to our trip back home to Mississippi! read more

Loved the place as we stopped on a road trip. The prices were a bit high on some items but loved looking around. My daughter wanted to buy a wine storage piece but its was about 750.00 so its way up there. But i did love the items even if they were out of our price range would love to knwo if they deliver and if they take layaway read more

I first saw Robert & Mike's show on DIY, and since I travel to Roanoke at least once a month I had to check it out. This is a wonderful operation, with everything from your basic salvage/restoration pieces and parts to upcycled tables and such imagined and wrought from industrial elements into refined but interesting furniture. There are also numerous booths of other themed items that you'll love to browse. Lots of chalk-painted vintage pieces, and a wide range of prices to accompany them. Plan to spend at least an hour on your first visit, but realistically 2+ if you want to do it justice. If you're really lucky, you'll be there on a day that they're filming the TV show! read more

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This place is absolutely incredible. They have huge iron pieces and wood and barn lumber and doors and tables and just everything. There is even a warehouse a few blocks away with more to go through! If you want to revel in the old and salvaged, this is your stop. read more

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