Rules and FAQs

Warehouse admission is $25 per bag (four bag maximum), cash only. Admission includes everything you can carry on your person from the Lug It Line, through the doorway, and over the door threshold. Once out the door, you may put it down. Admission covers one entry. If you leave and return, another admission fee is required.

There is no admission fee to shop in Prime Pickins, a separate area featuring higher-value items that are individually priced.

Cash only. There is no ATM on site, so please bring enough cash for admission and purchases.

Our constantly changing inventory focuses on smaller, easy-to-carry finds such as collectibles, electronics, home goods, kitchenware, décor, tools, vintage pieces, and new-in-box merchandise. Unlike many traditional thrift stores, clothing and large furniture are not our main focus, although you may occasionally find both.

No. The $25 admission is nonrefundable, even if you choose to leave empty-handed. But remember, you’re not looking for one $25 item. You have 4,000 square feet packed with constantly changing inventory, and everything you can carry out in one trip is yours. Come ready to dig, hunt, and make that $25 count. We think the harder decision will be figuring out what you can carry.

No. The main warehouse is a flat-fee shopping experience, not a traditional retail store. The $25 admission fee is required to enter, so come prepared to shop, dig, and discover some treasures. You may browse Prime Pickins without paying admission.

Yes. Admission is $25 per person, per bag, and is required for everyone entering the main warehouse. Admission covers one entry only. If you leave and return, another admission fee is required. Prime Pickins may be browsed without paying admission.

No. Prime Pickins prices are firm and are set well below comparable online resale and retail prices.

Shoppers must be 16 or older due to warehouse safety conditions. Children under 2 are allowed only when secured in a stroller or an on-body baby carrier.

Yes. The warehouse and bathroom are wheelchair accessible. We have a ramp to enter at the back, however the handicap parking is in the front of the building.

Shoppers with disabilities or mobility limitations we adivise to bring a companion to assist with carrying or speak with staff before shopping so we can work with you on a safe carry-out plan.

Yes, customer restrooms are available and with one wheelchair accessible.

Parking is available inside the gated yard and in five spaces in front of the building. If on-site parking is full and you must park on the street, use only the west side south of the building near the open field. Please do not park in the grass lots next door, that is private property. Do not park on the east side of the street, in the neighborhood, or in front of any home or business.

Entry is at the back of the building. If you park in front of the building or on the street, please come through the gate into the yard and continue to the back entrance. The front door is not accessible.

While we get this up and running, hours will be posted on Facebook, Tiktok and Instagram at rustypickinstx. Please follow our social media pages for all updates.

No carts, wheeled bags, wagons, plastic totes, or laundry baskets are allowed.

Yes, approved bag size is a standard TJ Maxx/Home Goods/Marshall 19"x18" resuable tote style bag. It's $25 per bag with a four bag maximum.

Yes. Get creative with your exit strategy. Paid shoppers may combine items and carry a shared load together. Smaller items may be stacked on larger items, such as placing them on top of a dresser, as long as the entire load is lifted from the Lug It Line and carried completely over the door threshold. Nothing may be rolled, pushed, or dragged. If you drop anything, you must start over at the Lug It Line.

Your admission covers items that you can carry out under the regular Lug It Line rules. Paid shoppers may work together to carry a shared load. If an oversized item requires employee assistance, staff-assisted carry-out is $25 per marked item or set. For example, a dining table is one $25 assisted carry-out, and a set of four chairs is another. Please ask an employee before moving or claiming oversized merchandise.

No. We do not hold or reserve merchandise.

Yes. Email donate@rustypickins.com about donations and see our donate page for specifications.

Pets are not allowed. Service animals are welcome and must remain under the handler’s control.

Closures and schedule changes will be announced on Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram. Please follow us on social media to see all updates.

No. We do not offer delivery, and all purchases must leave with you on the day of purchase. Please bring a vehicle large enough for those unexpected finds.

All merchandise is sold as-is. Most electronics are tested only to confirm that they power on; no additional functionality testing is performed. Items known to be for parts or repair will be clearly labeled.

Saturday hours are 9 am - 12 pm, however we will only be open until merchandise is depleted. Come early to ensure you get the best experience.