3 Tips for Buying Second Hand Furniture at an Estate Sale

Are you the type who enjoys decorating the interior of your home? Are you always looking for that “next great piece”? If so, no matter what your style and tastes may be, it would be in your best interest to spend some time shopping at estate sales.

While there is nothing wrong with buying new furniture, it can be a challenge to find exactly what you want at a price you can afford.

At an estate sale, you will come across unique pieces, some of which are ready for your home “as is” with others requiring a bit of refinishing work.

Here are three tips for those who are interested in buying second hand furniture at an estate sale:

1. Get up close and personal. Before making a purchase, give the piece a once-over to ensure that you know what you are getting. Is that dresser all wood construction? Is that couch comfortable enough for you? Don’t be shy about closely examining any piece of furniture that piques your interest.

2. Don’t shy away from furniture that needs some work. Just because a piece is damaged or in need of an upgrade does not mean you should avoid it. In fact, these pieces are often times best to purchase because of the lower price.

Once you get the furniture home, a little bit of elbow grease and creativity can go a long way.

3. Can you get it home? One of the biggest mistakes you can make is purchasing a piece of furniture that you cannot transport, due to the fact that it will not fit in your vehicle. To protect against this, take a truck or trailer with you to every estate sale you visit. This way, any item you purchase is an item that you can easily transport to its final destination.

Note: reputable estate sale companies have relationships with local movers who can help transport the furniture at a reasonable price.

With these three tips guiding you, buying second hand furniture at an estate sale will be a more enjoyable and stress-free process.

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