Salvage Dawgs

Robert Kulp and Mike Whiteside are professional beholders of beauty. Where others see landfill-destined trash, Kulp and Whiteside see cash, and they've turned their passion for well-worn objects into a beautiful business. They co-own one of the country's premier architectural salvage operations, the Roanoke, Va.-based Black Dog Salvage, and they operate it with a very simple motto in mind: There is nothing too weird to salvage. This series chronicles the adventures of Kulp, Whiteside and their crew as they reclaim and resell vintage elements from historic structures that are scheduled to be demolished or renovated. Their clients include contractors, high-end interior designers, restaurant and resort owners, and do-it-yourself renovators looking to restore historical buildings or add character to newer ones.