ReStore Donation Guidelines
Questions? Call the ReStore at 406-388-2851
Appliances
Cooktops, Stoves, Ovens, Dishwashers, Dryers, Microwaves, Refrigerators, Washers
* Must be in full working order and clean
* Non-working and older appliances may be dropped off for recycling
Cabinets/Cabinet Door Faces/Cabinet Hardware
Sets, Singles, Vanities
* Must be complete with all doors, drawers and backs attached. No nails or screws sticking out.
* No painted cabinets
* We accept door knobs, pulls, drawer slides, drawer parts, hinges, shelf dividers, shelf brackets, etc.
Countertops
Marble, Granite, Laminates
* Only full pieces with no cut outs will be accepted
Doors/Door Hardware
Exterior, Interior, Storm, Screen, Bifold
* Functional exterior, interior, bifold, screen and storm doors accepted
* Screen doors must have all parts attached
* Removal of bifold hardware is a huge help to us as it reduced damage in transit. Complete & functioning hardware must be attached.
* No patio/sliding glass doors
* No used shower doors
* No mirrored closet doors
* Door knobs, hinges, pulls, etc. accepted (with no paint on them)
Flooring
Rugs, Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl are accepted
* Hardwood/Laminate (new, undamaged, unopened boxes, minimum 3 boxes or 100 sq ft)
* Rugs (gently used, no hair, no smells, no stains)
*No tile
*No carpet at this time
** Due to space restraints, we can’t accept any tile or carpeting at this time**
Furniture
* Gently used, in good, re-sellable condition (no rips, stains, outdated patterns, pet hair, pet damage, or in need of a cover)
* Outdoor furniture accepted (including wicker in good shape)
* Kitchen tables are accepted with and without chairs
* Desks can only be accepted if solid wood or metal, one piece, household size (not larger than 4’ across). No office, L-shaped or particle board desks
* No cubicles
* Filing cabinets and bookcases are accepted
* No baby furniture
* No incomplete bedframes and no waterbed frames
* No pianos or organs
* No mattresses nor box springs
Heating and Cooling
AC, Furnaces, Hot Water Heaters, Swamp Coolers, Water Softeners, & Fans are accepted
* Must be in very good working order
* Ceiling fans and hot water heaters will be recycled unless new (in box)
Housewares/Decorations
* Pots, pans, cookie sheets, cutting boards, silverware, dining sets, cooking bowls, measuring spoons & cups (complete sets please), etc are all welcome
* Small appliances must be in good working order and be clean (toasters, coffee pots, etc)
* Canning Equipment is welcome including canning jars. Canning lids must be new in boxes
* Throw pillows, Afghans, and Quilts are accepted
* Towels, sheets, blankets – must be new (in packaging)
* Artwork
* Home decorations welcomed
* Antiques – please call ahead to discuss (406-388-2851)
Insulation
Must be new and bagged
Landscaping/Gardening
Brick, Stone, Cinderblock, Slate, Cultured Stone, Lawn-care Tools, Landscaping Fabric
* Bricks, stone, cinderblock, slate, cultured stone (all must be mortar free and unbroken) – must be palletized for pickup
* Lawn mowers, garden tillers, edgers, axes and shovels must be in good working order
* Landscaping fabric must be in at least 4’ long rolls
* Pots, planters, dirt, compost, vermiculite, peat moss, etc. are welcome
Lighting & Electrical
Lamps, Chandeliers, Breakers, Conduits, Connectors, Fuses, Junction Boxes etc.
* No fluorescent bulbs or fixtures and no track lighting
* Ceiling fans will be recycled unless new (in box)
Lumber/Trim/Building Supplies/Tools
* Tools (power and hand), must be in good working order and complete
* Ladders must be safe, fully functional, and sturdy
* Ceiling tiles (new, unopened boxes)
* Lumber and trim must be nail, screw and paint free. Minimum 4’ in length.
* Nails and screws are accepted, if separated & contained (by type & size) in containers or bags
Mirrors
Must be framed or beveled
Paint/Stain
Must be new, unopened.
Plumbing
Bathtubs, Sinks, Faucets, Toilets, Bathroom Accessories, Shower Pans
* Toilets must be 1.6 gallons per flush or less. Must be complete and assembled, unless new. Must be clean with wax ring fully removed.
* No toilet seats
* Bathtubs must be standard size (30”x60”)
* No jacuzzi tubs or jetted tubs
* Claw foot and cast-iron tubs must be on a pallet in order for us to accept
Roofing
Only new, unused bundles.
*No cement roof tiles
Sheet Goods (Plywood, OSB, etc.)
Must be in good condition.
* Minimum half sheets (4’x4’) – no pieces or weird, unusable sections
TV’s & Electronics
TV’s must be lightweight, flat screens, & functioning.
* Remotes, power cords and stands must be attached to them.
* All electronics must be clean and in good working order
* No exercise equipment
Windows
* Blinds must be new with hardware attached in box
* Windows must be vinyl, double pane and under 5’x5’ (25 sq ft) in size
* Windows must be clean and intact (inserts in frame, etc.)
* Shutters accepted, must be clean
Some Items We Can’t Take
* Clothing
* Exercise Equipment
* Hazardous Materials (Chemicals, Grout, Mortar, Caulk, etc.)
* Mattresses & Box springs
* Tires
* Basketball Hoops / Toys / Playsets (unless metal, we will recycle)
Revised: May 4, 2022