The reuse of salvaged or refurbished materials and products recovered on- or off-site prevent diversion of such materials into the waste stream and reduces the environmental impacts associated with producing new materials and products. Salvaged materials are those materials taken from existing buildings and reused in new buildings and developments. Salvaged materials include steel structural elements, flooring, paneling, windows, doors and frames, cabinetry, and masonry. They can be purchased from suppliers or recovered and relocated directly from an existing building.