Ep 6. Ghent Row

The Salvage Dawgs are back with another exciting episode named Ghent Row, which takes them on a journey to the beautiful Ghent neighborhood in Norfolk, Virginia. This episode features an old Victorian home built in the late 1800s that belonged to a well-known Virginia family, and after it was abandoned for several years, it was saved from demolition by the Salvage Dawgs.

When the Salvage Dawgs arrived at the house, they immediately noticed its beautiful, unique architecture and rich history. The house was built with intricate woodwork, stained glass windows, and beautiful mantels, making it a valuable piece of history that needed to be preserved. The team's mission was to carefully salvage all of the architectural elements that they could from the home, while also ensuring that the house remained structurally sound.

The episode begins with the team surveying the property and deciding which elements of the house they can salvage. The team plans to salvage some of the mantels and fireplace surrounds, stained glass windows, unique doors, and staircase spindles. This wasn't an easy task as the items had to be delicately removed to avoid causing any damage to the original materials.

The first order of business was to remove the staircase spindles and railings, which were made of beautiful old-growth wood. The delicate details and carefully crafted pieces made the team proceed with extra care, knowing the significance of these pieces. The great challenge was removing these gigantic pieces without any damage. The team uses teamwork to safely remove the spindles and railings while avoiding knocking them over or breaking them in the process.

The next task was to remove the stained glass windows from the home. The team approached the task with trepidation, fearing that the glass may be extremely fragile. They had to use extra caution to remove the glass not only for preservation but also for safety as well. Just one crack could ruin the whole piece, so they worked together to ensure that the windows came out in pristine condition.

The Salvage Dawgs also managed to salvage the beautiful mantels with skill and expertise. These mantels had been in the house for over 150 years and were still in fantastic condition. The team had to work carefully to avoid damaging the wall and ceiling around the mantels. However, through their experience, everybody gathered around and in a few minutes, the mantels were free without damage to the walls or ceiling.

In addition to the stained glass windows and the mantlepieces, the team also salvaged the door handles, hinges, and latches from the various doors in the home. Each piece was carefully removed and labeled, so they could be pieced together later.

Throughout the episode, the team worked tirelessly to identify and save as many of the unique architectural elements as they could. However, their efforts were not just limited to the architectural items; they came across an abandoned Hammond organ in the basement that they could not resist. They salvaged the organ and were able to find it a new home where it will be appreciated and loved.

In summary, Salvage Dawgs season 1 episode 6 offers a thrilling adventure of demolition, salvage, and preservation to a beautiful and historic home that will undoubtedly make you appreciate the effort required to save valuable pieces of history. The team's commitment to their craft is unparalleled, and their ability to delicately extract intricate pieces is truly a sight to behold. The Ghent Row episode is a must-watch for anyone looking for an exciting episode of restoration and salvage.