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February 2024 by Brendan P.
I had so much fun exploring every nook and cranny of this store. A friend of mine told me that I just had to visit Hippo Hardware on my trip to the northwest. I wasn't even looking for anything but ended up picking up a couple of cute little things for the house. Now that I have their website address I'm tempted to make some upgrades! Very cool place to lose an afternoon.
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January 2024 by Heather S.
I can't believe I've never been here before today! Best selection of vintage hardware in Portland. This place is huge, and full of the weird and wonderful.
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January 2024 by Ken D.
Terrific service and availability' of hard to find parts. Lucky to have them in Portland
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December 2023 by Wmeastman ..
For 40 years, my company has been renovating and restoring historic homes. For 30 of those years, Hippo Hardware was a major supplier for my projects. Many, many things have been restored and repurposed in our restorations. However, routine things, like lighting, plumbing, and heating fixtures are now double the price of ebay. Don't even think of lumber... Twenty years ago, the place had a hippy, laid-back vibe. Now, it is about top dollar, and maximizing profit. Example:
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October 2023 by M M.
Absolutely love this establishment! It's a Mecca for vintage chandeliers, parts & hardware. I purchased a pair of vintage chinoiserie lamps at an estate sale but one was missing a "crown". I went to a local lamp shop but their prices are exorbitant. After fretting for weeks I recalled in the middle of night that I had once been to Hippo Hardware & had purchase a vintage chandelier about 25 years past. I drove into Portland with high hopes in locating this part. There is only street parking, so parking was a bit of a struggle. I took the part I needed as I approached the front desk & the associate greeted me, was very knowledgeable of what the part was & directed to the directions of parts. Several floors up where I had purchased my vintage chandelier many years ago. On that floor they also have a help desk & gave the associate the part I needed to match. After several minutes he came back with 2 but these were 1/16 larger than what I had. He mentioned if I didn't like it after assembling the lamp I could return the parts. No problem! I was happy with my purchase now that my lamps are matching & have symmetry. So.. if you're missing parts for lamps, chandeliers this is your one stop shop. They also carry many other vintage parts for doors, cabinets. Their staff is friendly & very knowledgeable.
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October 2023 by la mer
You can get lost in here for hours. So much to look at and you’ll walk out with something interesting. Colin was awesome and helped me find some period looking hardware for my vintage mirror. You can tell the people who work here take pride and know what they’re doing!
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September 2023 by Myrna S.
I just popped in for a far too quick search for a couple of cool old doorknobs for a project my husband is working on. The selection was incredible and I should have planned at least an hour to look around but my calendar would not allow for it. So many unique and reclaimed objects of interest. I will definitely schedule an afternoon with plenty of time to go dream up a new project so we can go there and make it truly special. The folks I spoke with also knew their stuff about their treasures so that made for an even more enjoyable experience.
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August 2023 by hannah lauren
One of if not my favorite store in Portland. Iconic, memorable, one of a kind, an adventure of its own once you enter. Had to leave with a hippo shirt. shop local!
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August 2023 by Hayli Ballentine
Hands down, Hippo is the best salvage in the area. I was able to get all of my original kitchen cabinet drawer pulls and cabinet pulls at Hippo for a great price. The lighting level has been the source of several of our fixtures when all other hunting avenues had run dry. They’ve also rehabilitated some of our light fixtures expertly! The space is perfection and the stock they have delivers at a good price. Please keep them in business by shopping here!!
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August 2023 by Rachel Phariss
An indespensible resource for anyone who lives in a home that sometimes needs repairs or just needs a bit of whimsy for any space. We've had vintage door knobs repaired/replaced, light fixtures rewired, found fixtures and hardware for every part of our home. I've even purchased items to repurpose as bird baths! Definitely worth a visit even if you are just in town for a few days.
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August 2023 by Jim S.
Was able to find old bathroom fixtures I have been looking for. Over the past two years have been to many hardware stores with no luck. Great store for many items.
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August 2023 by Kasey Ellingson
I love this place. It’s my go to for all the odds and ends I need to fix my 1916 craftsman bungalow. Colin is incredible with all the vintage locks and doorknobs I have brought him to get back into working order and even get new skeleton keys for! I can’t say enough about this place! Prices are great too! So if you need something a little off kilter to finish out the perfect room, you’ll find it here!
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August 2023 by Jordan Austin
My go-to store to find items that match my 1915 home, or buy vintage lighting. Hippo hardware has old door knobs, door bells, nuts and bolts, doors and windows, baths and toilets, and even more! You have to visit this store, it's fun and the people are nice and knowledgeable. Go here and enjoy!
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August 2023 by Joan M.
Hippo Hardware is remarKabyle. We arpriced needing a spring to the front door of our 1919 Craftsman home. The employee who greeted us pulled out a box of springs and replaced our broken spring while we shopped. Brilliant staff. The store itself beats with historic hardware, and stirred my creative juices for what we could bring home. Spend a few hours at Hippo Hardware and you come away inspired by the idea of recycling, rejuvenating and upgrading your surroundings.
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August 2023 by Kasey E.
I love this place. It's my go to for all the odds and ends I need to fix my 1916 craftsman bungalow. Colin is incredible with all the vintage locks and doorknobs I have brought him to get back into working order and even get new skeleton keys for! I can't say enough about this place! Prices are great too! So if you need something a little off kilter to finish out the perfect room, you'll find it here!
