Secondhand Trash: Ideas, Projects and Tips to Turn it into Treasure
Many Americans prefer to shop at thrift stores and flea markets. You’ll be surprised at what you can find in your local thrift store. You can find a storage bench that is perfect for your children’s reading nook.
Why buy furniture secondhand?
Saving money is the first and most obvious reason. Furniture at retail is expensive. The cheaper pieces are poorly made, while the more expensive pieces are hard on your wallet. Secondhand furniture is a great way to save money.
You can also find high-quality products at a reasonable price. It’s a fact that furniture isn’t made the same way it used to be. Many retailers are more concerned with profit and volume than quality.
Third, converting trash into treasure is a real thing. You choose the color when you DIY. You choose the fabric. You can create your own unique style with an almost-custom piece.
There is also an environmental element. By buying second-hand, you are keeping it out of landfills.
Shop for Furniture at Thrift Stores
You can only find furniture at thrift stores for a few bucks. Then, with some DIY magic, you can turn it into an original statement piece.
There are many thrift shops that sell plain wooden bar stools for just a few dollars. Here’s a tutorial that shows how to transform plain wooden bar stools into something much more interesting.
