Lucasfilm’s Repurposed Props for Sale

George Lucas’ new film “Red Tails” couldn’t shoot down the fourth installment of the “Underworld” series for top spot in this weekend’s box office, but locals have one reason to applaud the World War II aerial action film about the Tuskegee Airmen.

, a reclaimed building materials business based in South Petaluma, provided various recycled building materials to the props company that built several sets for the move.

Usually sets for motion pictures end up in the landfill. But this time, following shooting, the prop company contacted Heritage Salvage and suggested they repurpose the material, rather than having it discarded. Heritage Salvage retrieved several of their props, re-crafting them for long life.

Their shop craftsmen repurposed ordnance and supply box props to custom-make a table, bench and three-piece lawn chair set which are now available for sale (see photos). Proceeds will go to support a local community farm, dedicated to providing healthy food.

The furniture is for sale at Heritage Salvage on Petaluma Blvd. The movie “Red Tails” is now playing at.