Things I haven't bought since I started scrappin'

So i was wondering what other kinds of stuff that I dont even think about you guys get for free?
I havent bought a lawnmower, grill, compressor, curtain rods, or dishes since I started...

Light bulbs. I still buy them, but I get to use a lot that I take out of lamps pulled from the trash.

Computer or computer parts/accessories. Microwave, TV, vacuum...

Computers, TVs, Monitors, light bulbs, refrigerator, dishwasher, RO system, rugs, vacuum, trailer, tires, rims, toys for the kids, silver, gold, list goes on and on.

Pipe fittings, brass couplers, air compressors, extension cords, trouble lights, nails, bolts etc.

tubs for sorting scrap, I take them out of the storage drawers I see in the trash.
I found a 2'x3' piece of 3/8" glass that I want to set into the center of a butcher block I acquired (5'x6' IIRC). I want to clean it up and turn it into a dining table

magnets

Mower, grill, small trimmers, snow shovel, flower pots, garden hose, lawn furniture, vacuum, steam cleaner, steam mops, microwave, rugs, a crap load of end tables, coffee tables, dressers, rockers, over the years, lamps, dishes, glasses, coffee mugs, bikes, a vcr, a dvd player, radios...Christmas lights and those wire reindeer for the yard...fixed the lights and set up a whole stinking herd of reindeer one year for the kid. LOL

I know I'm forgetting stuff, but the list is almost endless anymore.

I have a hard time buying anything, when I get so much stuff for free

Originally Posted by BurlyGuys

Let's just say I don't pay retail for anything anymore... ;-)

And thats why your the boss lol

Vacuums..never had to look far to get one that either out right works or just needs minor work (belt etc.). I don't understand why these are so easily ditched..a crappy one is still $80 or so new???

Punches and scrap wood. Axes and other hand tools

Originally Posted by newattitude

oh geez, list gonna be long lol.

light bulbs, garbage cans and bins for storage, HUGE homemade workbench, assorted tools, office chairs for dad and home use, dresser sets, yard art for mom, yard furniture and umbrellas for moms house, mowers, snow blowers, air compressors, sleds, toys for the neighbor and niece - the good stuff!, other house furniture, computer and electronic and components for us, brother and moms garage, garden trailers (3)( assorted sizes), tvs, bikes, scooters (electric and non), lamps, garage shelving units, tool boxes (all sizes and types). Got one of those things you hook to your ceiling and pull engines out with- the pulley and chain thingymabob. too much to list lol! Basically all I have to buy any more is food and garbage bags and essentials.

come along. or a chainfall depending on what type it is.

You know it's bad when something breaks and you have two extra stored away...or you go to the store to replace it, see the price...and walk out saying, I can wait another week or so.

If it's something you can't live without...as soon as you buy it...next week you'll find one better than what you bought.