How to Find Used Office Chairs

Furnishing an office, whether in your home or in a separate location, can be an expensive task. Between desks, chairs, coffee tables and office equipment, it can easily run into the several thousands of dollars. You can save yourself some money by choosing used office chairs over brand-new chairs. Does this Spark an idea?

Instructions

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Determine the type of office chairs you are looking for. This will help to narrow your search. Choose between computer, ergonomic, rolling or standard desk chairs. You can also choose waiting-room chairs for your office.

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Go to office supply and furniture stores in your area, and inquire about any floor models that are for sale. As these chairs have been used since they are tested by customers, the chairs are usually in excellent condition. You can often get a nice discount on the price for an almost new office chair.

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Visit your local Goodwill or The Salvation Army to view their used office-chair offerings. You can sometimes find a set of matching used office furniture that has been donated. It's a good idea to check back regularly at these second-hand stores as their inventories can vary greatly from week to week. You should also go to boutique thrift stores in your area. While the larger, chain thrift stores have bigger furniture inventories, you can sometimes find great hidden treasures at these smaller consignment shops. Make sure to call the stores in advance to ensure they carry furniture.

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Browse your local Craigslist for used office chairs. You can search for the specific type of office chairs you like and choose to only view listings in a specific area. If the seller doesn't post a photo of the chairs in his listing, email him and ask to see one. In addition, read your local newspaper's classified listings to see if anyone has used office chairs for sale. You can then contact the seller and ask to view the chairs. Make sure to bring cash to the viewing and a truck or van to transport the chairs if you like what you see.

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Attend garage and yard sales in your area. People often sell lots of used furniture at such sales. You can sometimes negotiate prices quite a bit, as sellers are eager to get rid of everything for sale. Bring cash to these sales as it's the preferred method of payment.

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Look for used office chairs available in sets. Both stores and individuals often offer bulk discounts if you are buying a large amount of used office chairs. If you are interested in a set of two or more chairs, talk to the seller about a bulk deal. You can sometimes save a good amount per chair with such a transaction.

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Compare prices on used office chairs. You want to make sure that you aren't overpaying for the used chairs. Look up how much the brand and type of chair would be when brand new and then assess the chair's condition to calculate a reasonable used price. You can also look at the prices of similar used chairs online to see if the chair in question is a solid deal.

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Negotiate with the seller regarding the used chairs' prices. The prices on secondhand items are often negotiable, particularly if you are buying from an individual. Point out any imperfections in the chairs, and use those as leverage to bargain down the price. Be reasonable in your negotiations. You can likely attain a deal that is beneficial to both parties.