Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 11, 2016

Furniture is expensive, no doubt about it. In spite of the expense, some of the newer furniture is much less well made than older pieces. Whether you are just starting out; wanting to freshen up your own older items; or furnishing a second home, furniture buying can make a big dent in your budget. Ways to save on furniture.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 30, 2012

Thrift stores are for more than just clothing, and they are great places to find used furniture for cheap. Some people wouldn’t be caught dead going into a thrift store, but they are often nice, clean stores where you can find great, gently used items at great prices. You also want to make sure they sell furniture too!

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The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 31, 2024

And even if I had, it wouldn’t have been solid wood, and it wouldn’t have perfectly matched her other bedroom furniture. That’s the beauty of buying used! Furniture Painting Supply List The basics I use to get my painting jobs done! So I don’t even really look at it as lost time!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 24, 2013

Our stationary bicycle is a used item that still works great even though we have had it for several years. When we bought couches shortly after our marriage, we bought used. They lasted us several years, including two cross-country moves. Are you too proud to buy used jewelry? You can get a great deal on used jewelry.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 3, 2011

If you already own all of the furniture and accessories you will need to furnish your apartment, this will allow you to do more with less. If you are budgeting for furniture and appliances, your may have more creativity than cash. Here are five ways to stretch your decorating dollars: 1) Buy used furniture.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 30, 2012

I always use the example of big ticket items like furniture and electronics. Whenever I go into a furniture store I will immediately ask the sales associate what is the best price he/she could give me on whatever item I’m interested in. Assume It’s Negotiable. This post was written by Marie.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 13, 2013

. #1 – Look for used furniture instead of new furnishings. New furniture is expensive. Even at discount stores, new furniture can easily set you back thousands of dollars. It can be overwhelming going to look for new furniture and seeing all of those price tags. In fact, it can be shockingly expensive.

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