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Introduction to Buying Used Furniture

I don't know how many times I have been asked if someone should buy used furniture.  The answer is an overwhelming "YES."  Of course, there are caveats to the answer.  And, there are things you should know about what type of used furniture to buy and where the best places are to purchase used furniture.  [...]

Used Furniture: Buy Solid Pieces

Buying used furniture for the home is a great way to save money and purchase quality furnishings if the buyer keeps a few things in mind.  The general rule is to buy anything solid, like used wood furniture, used wrought iron furniture, used wicker furniture or used iron or brass furniture.  Of course that pretty [...]

Used Furniture: Avoid Upholstery When Possible

It is best to avoid purchasing upholstered used furniture, especially if you are new to buying used furniture.  Even the most veteran of buyers and sellers and dealers can end up with a purchase that would have been better left alone.  The truth is that all of us will buy an upholstered piece sooner or [...]

Buying a Used Drop Leaf Table

Buying a drop leaf table from a used furniture store or a thrift shop can be one way of saving money on the purchase.  Of course, my favorite shopping place for used tables, drop leaf or other styles, is at local auctions.  The prices are often as good as it can get.  However, there are [...]

Buying Used Office Furniture for the Home Office

More and more of us are working from our home offices and thankful that we do not have to get up, get dressed, or drive to the office complex.  Used office furniture can be a wonderful addition to the home office without giving up style. Right now is one of the best times to purchase [...]

The Thrill of Buying at a Used Furniture Auction

First of all I must confess that my favorite place to buy  is at a used furniture auction.When visiting local auctions most include used furniture as well as smalls.  Smalls are glassware, pottery, and just about anything that can sit on a table or fit into a box.  Furniture auctions are fun but most of [...]

Used Furniture Antique Malls in Every Town

Almost every town, large or small, has one or more used furniture antique malls.  Once upon a time there were few but as time has passed sellers have realized that there is a difference between a thrift store and a collectible or antique store.  Sometimes it is difficult to decide if a piece of furniture [...]

Shopping Thrift Stores and Charity Stores for Used Furniture

Shopping for used furniture in thrift stores and charity stores can be an adventure in patience and perseverance but it can be rewarding for those who endure. The same basic rules apply for what to buy.  Look for solid furniture, wood, outdoor patio furniture, wrought iron.  Avoid used upholstered furniture at all costs. With those [...]

The Pros and Cons of Shopping in Used Furniture Stores

When we set out to search for used furniture, many of us first think of the used furniture stores.  Of course, we expect to find used furniture in them.  However, quite often we are somewhat disappointed to find a large variety of cook stoves, a few used refrigerators, and lots and lots of beds and [...]

Shopping Thrift Stores for Used Twin Beds for Kids

Thrift stores and used furniture stores are not what most people think they are.  And, quite often "antique auctions" do not live up to the hype.  Shopping for used twin beds for the kids' bedroom can be a great savings for the family while providing a wonderful way to decorate.  For now, the discussion is [...]