used furniture online

Furniture is more than a functional item for the home. It can tell the story of past generations, reflect your individual style, and completely transform the look and feel of your space. 

You have many options for furnishing your home, but finding quality pieces that stand the test of time can be challenging. Unfortunately, most modern furniture is massed-produced and made with low-quality materials that wear down over time. 

At High End Used Furniture, we are experts in the online furniture marketplace. We scope out the best quality furniture in flawless condition and deliver it straight to your door. If you want to add character and history to your home, take a look at our current inventory. 

Our experienced team is here to guide you in your search for quality pre-owned furniture. This blog explains everything you should know as a consumer interested in used furniture online. 

Why buy used furniture online? 

Whether you need an affordable piece or are committed to protecting the environment, there are many advantages to purchasing used furniture online. Some of the most common benefits include:

1. Convenience

We have all experienced the frustration of going from store to store searching for a specific item just to come up short. Online shopping has taken the world by storm because it saves us frustration, time, and energy. When buying used furniture online from our reputable online platform, we offer many benefits in terms of convenience, including these functions:

• Shop by style, brand, room, or category
• Quickly sort pages to find what you are looking for
• Easily compare prices between sellers
• Read reviews and product descriptions
• See which items are in stock and how many are available
• Purchase from the comfort of your home 
• The item will arrive at your door after purchase (no need to rent a truck or hire a team to move it)
• Easily take advantage of financing options offered online (we offer Affirm and Afterpay)

2. Find exactly what you are looking for

Before used furniture was readily available online, your only options were items you could find at garage sales, thrift stores, or local resale shops. The online used furniture marketplace has opened a world of possibilities for individuals looking for specific styles, models, and colors to complement their space. 

Whether you are searching for a unique bookcase to add charm to your office or need a specific chair to replace the one missing from your mother’s Ethan Allen dining set, you can find what you are looking for in just a few clicks. 

Related: A History of Ethan Allen

3. Find quality brands for less

When you buy used furniture online, you can find quality pieces built to last for generations. The pieces we sell at High End Used Furniture are primarily solid wood and won’t break down over time. Buying high-quality used furniture online is a great way to save money and get a product you can use for years. 

4. Promote sustainability

The furniture industry is a major contributor to deforestation. However, when you choose to buy used furniture, you help save trees and keep waste out of landfills. In 2018, The United States Environmental Protection Agency determined that furniture and furnishing waste accounted for over 12 million tons. This number has drastically increased over the years, compared to the 2 million tons of furniture waste in 1960.  

With the rise in popularity of “fast furniture,” experts predict a significant increase in the amount of furniture that will fill landfills in the upcoming years. Much of the furniture produced over the last few years will not hold up for more than 5 years. It is more important than ever to consider the environmental implications of buying cheap, low-quality, mass-produced furniture and how we can combat those implications by buying used furniture online! 

What should I consider before buying used furniture online? 

While there are many advantages to buying used furniture online, you need to be cautious and only buy from reputable sellers. To ensure the furniture you purchase will meet your expectations, keep the following considerations in mind:

Is it the right size for my space? 

It’s easy to overlook measurements when buying furniture online. Pictures can be deceiving when it comes to sizing, so you’ll want to compare the item’s dimensions with your available space. This will help you avoid the costly mistake of buying furniture that doesn’t fit in your door!

Tip: Take note of the dimensions of each piece, easily found in the description of our items! 

What is the condition of the piece? 

When buying furniture online, it’s important to thoroughly understand its condition before purchasing. This will help you avoid the disappointment and frustration of receiving an item with imperfections or that is falling apart. 

High End Used Furniture only sells items that are in excellent condition. We rank furniture condition on a scale from 1-10 and won’t sell anything less than an 8. When you purchase from us, you can feel confident knowing that your item will: 

• Be from a nice, clean estate
• Have no strong odors 
• Be a quality piece of furniture made by a high-end brand
• Have no missing parts 
• Have no significant scratches, dings, or gouges 

If we do sell furniture with minor blemishes or small missing parts, we will always make it readily known in the description and pictures. 

Who is selling the furniture?  

You need to be well-informed about the person or company that is selling used furniture. Read reviews to ensure that you buy from a reputable seller who knows the furniture market well. Our team at High End Used Furniture has over 20 years of experience and 5-star ratings across our selling platforms. 

We are a small, family-owned business that started out of a one-car garage. Although we have grown to a 40,000 square foot facility, our dedication to treating employees like family and ensuring customer satisfaction hasn’t changed since day one. Throughout our 23 years in operation, we have helped over 10,000 clients find the perfect furniture pieces for their homes. 

Are the photos an accurate representation of the furniture? 

When buying furniture “sight unseen,” authentic photos are the best way to understand what the seller is offering. We caution customers who are considering buying furniture without seeing real, unedited, and current photos of the product. 

Photography can also be a way for sellers to disguise damage in furniture. If they only show you images taken from the front, there could be a large crack in the back that you wouldn’t know about until it is too late. Look for a seller that provides accurate information and photos that show the piece in its entirety. 

High End Used Furniture takes images of all furniture in a home-style studio with home-style lighting to give you the most authentic view possible. We take photos from every angle and never use stock photos. Take a look at our used furniture selection to see how we photograph our products. 

How will the piece be shipped? What if it is damaged in transit? 

When shipping goods across the country, there is always an inherent risk of damage in transit. However, if you purchase from a trusted seller with experience shipping furniture, the risk of damage is incredibly low. 

Our team has sold and shipped high-end used furniture for over 20 years. During this time, we have built partnerships with local, trustworthy shipping businesses who are committed to safely delivering your furniture! Less than 1% of our furniture gets damaged in transit. 

In the rare event that furniture incurs damage during travel, we will work with you to reach a satisfactory resolution. As a small, family-owned business, our company is dedicated to the satisfaction of our customers. Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns regarding the shipping process and one of our team members will be happy to assist you. 

What is the quality of the piece?

Buying used furniture can be a wise investment, but only if it is of good quality. The majority of modern furniture uses cheap wood that won’t hold up for more than 5-10 years. If you are considering purchasing used furniture, research the manufacturer to determine if it’s worth the investment. 

High End Used Furniture primarily sells solid-wood furniture built when manufacturers valued quality over quantity. The furniture we sell can last a lifetime. 

What does shipping cost? 

If you are new to purchasing furniture online, you might be surprised that many companies will not provide a shipping price upfront. In some cases, you won’t know the shipping cost until after you have purchased the item. 

As a company that values transparency with our customers, we are one of the only companies that provide a flat rate shipping cost for each item. If you want to purchase multiple items, please contact us for a discounted shipping rate. 

Feel confident when you buy from High End Used Furniture

High End Used Furniture is a small, family-owned business that has been selling used furniture for over 20 years. Our furniture has provided stories, memories, and functionality to over 10,000 happy customers. 

Centrally located in the US, we ship furniture for competitive and affordable prices. Over our years in business, we have developed an excellent reputation for quality products and superior customer service. 

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