For a variety of reasons people often get rid of furniture that is still in good condition. While there is plenty of junk furniture, a person with patience can find good used furniture at a great price. Whether you simply can’t afford to buy new furniture or you are just looking to save some money, here are some tips that you can use to find and buy used furniture in your area as well as online.
Thrift Stores can be pretty hit and miss for used furniture. Prices vary as well. In most cases a thrift store will have some furniture, at least end tables and other smaller items. Larger items often have a high price, though still significantly less than the price of new furniture. If the store doesn’t have what you need, ask for information on where you may find used furniture. The stores are generally run by charities that may have information or contacts that will be assistance to you in finding cheap or free used furniture.
Used Furniture Stores
Used Furniture Stores generally have the best selection of furniture in one location. However, prices are often higher at these stores than other locations. If you are in the market for used furniture, you may want to browse a local store to see what is available. You can gather information on prices and then go out and see what you can find on you own. If you can’t find a better deal, then you can later return to the store to make a purchase. Many used furniture stores have layaway programs or other payment programs to assist customers in making purchases. Most used furniture stores will also offer free or low cost delivery. Some larger pawn shops will also deal in furniture.
Trash Day
The most inexpensive way to find used furniture is to find free furniture on trash day. Many people simply set their old furniture out on the curb for trash trucks to pick up. Find out when trash is picked up in the nicer areas of your town and drive around early on the evening before pickup and see what is available. In most areas, it is perfectly legal to pick up things left at the curb. However, checking local laws and knocking on the owner’s door and asking before taking an item can help you to avoid problems.
Classified Ads
Classified ads are the traditional source of used furniture. Prices vary, but will generally be better than used furniture stores. However, you can expect higher prices for nice couches and other larger pieces than at thrift stores. In addition to listings in newspapers and other local sources, eBay, Craigslist and other online sources may have listings for used furniture in your area. Freecycle (freecycle.org) and other similar sites are also worth checking out to find free used furniture or low cost used furniture in your local area.
