OT - do you like second hand furniture?

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Former Member

I am starting again from scratch and recently moved into a little cottage, A lot of my stuff is second hand passed on to me from friends etc, Whilst my bed is brand new and is the stuff of fantasies

most of my other stuff is second hand.
For example I am sitting on a black leather settee at the moment that a friend did not want and gave to me... it is sooo comfy and would have cost a fortune brand new.
My dining room table is a pine one that my brother gave me... it has aged well.My sister has donated a lovely oak bookcase that belonged to her husband's late aunt.

So what is best? Good second hand stuff or cheap mass produced?

Discuss.

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DemantoidMember

Second hand is great, especially leather sofas. They need to be 'worn in' a bit before they look their best.

7/25/1012:02 PM

Former Member

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Second hand is great, especially leather sofas. They need to be 'worn in' a bit before they look their best

I never used to like leather but Deman this one is sooo comfy and squishy. I think it will last forever as well.

7/25/1012:04 PM

Former Member

I love it. My mate runs the furniture recycling project in Hastings and quite a few of my bits came from the project we used to have here.
I would draw the line at second hand mattresses though although nowt wrong with bed frames.
I love older furniture it has so much character.
Good luck starting from scratch Isadora, it's not easy to do

7/25/1012:04 PM

Ev (Peachy)Member

Sounds perfect Isadora. Quality second hand can last so much longer.

7/25/1012:04 PM

Former Member

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I love it. My mate runs the furniture recycling project in Hastings and quite a few of my bits came from the project we used to have here. I would draw the line at second hand mattresses though although nowt wrong with bed frames. I love older furniture it has so much character. Good luck starting from scratch Isadora, it's not easy to do

It is the best move I have ever made Veggie

My bed is brand new though.... a king size with metal bedstead and the most OTT crystal bedknobs.

The matress is that memory foam stuff - a little bit of heaven

7/25/1012:08 PM

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Sounds perfect Isadora. Quality second hand can last so much longer.

I think you are right Evelyn and of course the best thing... no flat packs.

7/25/1012:08 PM

suzybeanMember

Parts of my house look like a design museum, but I guess that's what happens when one marries an architect

We do have IKEA, Pier, Heals and Habitat newish stuff in the children's living quarters. A mix of old and new tends to work.

7/25/1012:08 PM

Former Member

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Parts of my house look like a design museum, but I guess that's what happens when one marries an architect We do have IKEA, Pier, Heals and Habitat newish stuff in the children's living quarters. A mix of old and new tends to work.

I agree Suzy - when I buy a new place, I have my eye on a glass table and matching chairs. There is much to be said for quality new stuff too.

7/25/1012:14 PM

BlackpudlianMember

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We do have IKEA, Pier, Heals and Habitat newish stuff in the children's living quarters.

Do you house the children in a garret in the eaves?

7/25/1012:24 PM

DemantoidMember

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You're right. A quirky older piece stands out far better against a modern backdrop. And I'm talking about furniture, not yours truly

7/25/1012:35 PM

Former Member

Nowt wrong with second hand furniture. I have lots of my mammy's furniture which works well with newer pieces

Have to say though if I was buying from a second hand shop (nowt wrong with them either) check wooden items thoroughly in case they hide a nasty surprise like wood worm but you'd be able to tell.

@ isadora I wish someone would give me a nice squishy settee they don't need

7/25/101:00 PM

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Nowt wrong with second hand furniture. I have lots of my mammy's furniture which works well with newer pieces Have to say though if I was buying from a second hand shop (nowt wrong with them either) check wooden items thoroughly in case they hide a nasty surprise like wood worm but you'd be able to tell. @ isadora I wish someone would give me a nice squishy settee they don't need

Aww Pengy - I have lots of my parent's furniture too - it's great isn't it?

I was lucky with the settee - the same couple sold me their 6 month old Dyson animal for £85!

7/25/101:04 PM

suzybeanMember

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Do you house the children in a garret in the eaves?

Yes, just above Nanny's room

7/25/101:17 PM

ScottyMember 10 years

I love second hand. Apart from the furniture in my son`s bedroom, everything in my house is from auctions mixed with a few pieces I inherited from my granny and grandad.
Like Veggie said, it`s the character of older furniture and of course...the quality.

Enjoy your new home Isadora and good luck with building it up.

7/25/101:20 PM

MoonbeamsMember

I have a sofa in the back room that my dad gave me, I love it. It is the best sofa in the world to sleep on. I know as I've slept my a Sunday afternoon on it. My best mate has the sofa my dad had before the one he gave me and they love it. Her son has spent many a hangover day on it.

7/25/101:33 PM

Former Member

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And you can feel the love on it as well.

7/25/101:39 PM

Former Member

Nowt wrong with second hand, i think it would be better to have something good quality second hand than crappy flat packed new.

7/25/101:44 PM

MoonbeamsMember

Oh, I'm still looking for crystal bed knobs for my bed. Did they come with it or did you pick them up separate?
*is reminded that she needs to count the knobs in her kitchen*

7/25/101:45 PM

Former Member

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Oh, I'm still looking for crystal bed knobs for my bed. Did they come with it or did you pick them up separate? *is reminded that she needs to count the knobs in her kitchen*

It came with it... my daughter was with me and when she saw my face she said to the guy.. "she'll have that one"

7/25/101:56 PM

cologne 1Member Memoriam

Second hand every time, apart from matresses. (sp)

7/25/102:03 PM

Former Member

That Chippendale stuff isn't bad.

7/25/102:11 PM

BojanglesMember

I love auctions,most of my stuff is second hand

7/25/102:50 PM

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