In Path of Exile 2, the Salvage Bench is an essential tool that allows players to dismantle specific equipment to obtain valuable crafting materials. This feature not only aids in inventory management but also provides resources crucial for enhancing and customizing gear.

1. To access the Salvage Bench, players must complete the "Finding the Forge" quest in Act 1. Note: this quest becomes available after finishing "Secrets in the Dark."



Renly, a blacksmith in the Clearfell Encampment, will task you with retrieving his smithing tools from Ogham Village.

Once you locate and return these tools, the Salvage Bench will be unlocked in towns and your hideout.
Interacting with the Salvage Bench allows you to break down certain items into quality-enhancing PoE 2 Currency or Artificer's Shards. The specifics are as follows:
When salvaging an item:
Deciding whether to sell, salvage, or disenchant items depends on your current needs:
By effectively utilizing the Salvage Bench, players can optimize their gear and progress more efficiently in Path of Exile 2.