Ep 7. Return to Trenton High School

In season 5 episode 7 of Salvage Dawgs, titled "Return to Trenton High School," the team returns to Trenton, New Jersey to salvage items from the historic Trenton Central High School. The school was originally built in 1909 and had additions built in the 1920s and 1950s, giving it a unique and diverse architectural style.

The team, consisting of Robert, Mike, Grayson, Tay, and Ted, begins their salvage operation in the auditorium. They find a variety of items to salvage, including light fixtures, doors, and several large pieces of stage equipment. Robert even climbs up to the catwalk to retrieve a large wooden beam.

Next, the team heads to the third floor of the school to salvage from the library. They find a beautiful wooden staircase, which they carefully remove from the building. They also find a set of wooden filing cabinets, which they plan to turn into a bar for their shop.

The team then moves to the fourth floor, where they find several more items to salvage, including more light fixtures and a beautiful pair of ornate wooden doors. They also come across some unique wooden panels that they suspect were used as ceiling tiles.

In addition to salvaging items from the school itself, the team also meets with a local artist named Kevin Gross, who has been salvaging items from other buildings in Trenton to create a new installation piece. The Salvage Dawgs give him some items they've salvaged from the school, including a large metal door and a set of wooden lockers.

Throughout the episode, the team faces various challenges, including navigating narrow hallways and staircases and dealing with heavy rain. They also share interesting tidbits about the history of the school and its architectural features.

In the end, the Salvage Dawgs successfully salvage a variety of unique and interesting items from Trenton Central High School, which they plan to repurpose and sell in their shop. Return to Trenton High School showcases the team's expert salvage skills and their commitment to preserving pieces of history for future generations to enjoy.