When we think of disposing of our furniture, it might be due to different reasons. It might be that they’ve become old and worn out. Relocation can be another reason. Finally, it might just be that you’ve had enough of them and you want to redecorate your home or office.
Whatever the reason, you must dispose of them properly. Doing this is a great way of reducing waste and protecting our planet. Therefore, in this article, we’ll discuss various methods you can employ to dispose of your furniture properly.
However, before we go into that, there’s a crucial task you need to carry out. You need to assess the condition of the item you want to get rid of. What this means is that you need to determine if the item can be repurposed, refurbished, or repaired.
Knowing the condition of the item enables you to choose the appropriate disposal method. For instance, if the furniture is still good, you can either sell or donate it. These are also regarded as disposal methods. Now that you know this, let’s dive into the methods…
Sell
In some cases, the reason you want to get rid of your furniture might not be because they are worn out or damaged. In such cases, these items are likely to still be in good if not perfect condition. If this is the case, it would be unwise to just dispose of them without any benefit.
Therefore, the ideal method to employ in this case is to sell these items. You can choose to sell them online. All you need to do is take a picture of the items and then post them online for sale. If done properly, you’ll likely get contacted by interested buyers.
The disadvantage of trying to sell online is that you might have to wait for a bit before you get a serious buyer. This won’t be suitable for you if you’re planning to relocate soon or you don’t have here to keep the items. If you are faced with this difficulty, you can approach stores that buy and resell used items. With this option, you can quickly get rid of the furniture and get your money.
Donate
This is another method of getting rid of furniture that is still in good shape. If you are pleased with putting a smile on the faces of others rather than getting extra cash, you can donate the furniture. All you need to do is find a charity organization and send it to them.
However, before you do that, you need to reach out to them first. This is important because not all charity organizations might need them. Therefore, when you contact them first, you can rest assured that you are sending the objects to a place where they’ll be used and appreciated.
Trade
This method allows you to get something in exchange for your furniture. The process involved is really simple. Just look for a trade network, and then inform them of the item you want to trade.
Next, check if they have something that you want. Ensure that what you want to get in exchange has an equivalent value to the item you’re giving away. Doing this will ensure you get a fair trade. Once both parties agree, the trade is made.
Sell to Upcycling Companies
This method is somewhat different from the first method we discussed. In this case, although you get money from the sale, the furniture you’re getting rid of is not usually in perfect shape. Therefore, you can sell old and damaged furniture to these companies and they’ll readily accept them.
These companies ensure that such items do not pollute the environment. Therefore, once they take ownership, they go on to refurbish, repurpose or recycle them. Choosing this method ensures that you are playing your part in keeping the environment free from waste pollution.
Hire a Waste Removal Company
Unlike the methods we’ve discussed so far, you’re not getting anything in return if you choose this option. You’ll have to pay money to the waste removal company to get rid of your rubbish. However, if you hire a good company, you can rest assured that they’ll dispose of the furniture properly.
Apart from that, choosing this method is less stressful. Unlike the methods we’ve discussed already, you only need to call them, and they’ll do all the heavy lifting. As we said, you’ll need to pay for this service, and the size of the item or items you want to throw away is a major factor that influences how much you’ll pay.
You can secure the services of these companies by asking for referrals from friends, family, colleagues, neighbours, etc. If they’ve used such a service in the past, they’ll be willing to recommend them to you. However, if you can’t find any service through referrals, all hope is not lost…
All you need to do is to check online. A simple search with queries such as “waste removal company near me,” can provide you with a lot of companies you can choose from. However, your selection should not be done without proper research.
You need to take your time to confirm the reputation, quality, and experience of any of the professionals you are considering. Since you found them online, the internet has become your tool for research. Therefore, find out all you can about these companies.
Visiting their website should give you an overview, and in some cases, a detailed review of the services they provide. The website can also provide you with other relevant information about the company. Furthermore, you need to check online third-party reviews and ratings of the company.
Doing all these things will ensure that you don’t end up hiring a fly-by-night firm that will scam you. Once you have done your due diligence, you can pick up the phone and call them. Ensure that you give them accurate details and descriptions of the furniture you want to throw away. With such information, they’ll be able to plan accordingly and also give you a fair and commensurate price.
Contact Your Local Rubbish Management Group
Another method to completely get rid of your furniture without any return is to partner with your local rubbish management group. When you do this, they’ll direct you on what to do. The instruction is usually to leave the item you want to dispose of outside your home so that it can be taken away on the day of rubbish collection.
Another instruction they might give you is to take the items to the nearest scrapyard. Just like hiring a waste removal company, you’ll have to pay them to receive the furniture. This option is perfect if you want to get rid of the items as soon as possible.
Haul the Furniture Away
This method is one, that not many people are aware of. If you buy new furniture, some stores are usually willing to collect your old furniture. This will enable you to make room for the new ones you bought from them.
Therefore, before you make payment, ask if the store offers this service. If they do, then you’ve got yourself a sweet deal. Furthermore, if they offer to do it for free (as many of them do), then you’ve hit the jackpot.
There is a trick you can employ to ensure that the store agrees to this arrangement. Instead of buying the new furniture from a different store, buy it from the same one you got the old furniture from. When you approach them with the idea of hauling the old ones, they’ll be more likely to agree provided it doesn’t go against their sales terms and conditions.
Use a Skip Bin
A skip bin is not your regular waste disposal bin. It is large enough to contain large items such as tables, chairs, sofas, etc. You can hire these bins from skip bin hire companies. Once you get it, place the furniture you want to dispose of in the bin.
This is also a good opportunity to get rid of other unwanted items. However, there are certain items you cannot put into these bins. You can click here to find out the items that shouldn’t go into a skip bin. Apart from such items, you can put anything else into the bins; since you’re paying for the bin, it’s best you maximize its usage.
When the period you agreed on is over, the company will come and pick up the bin. Therefore, you don’t need to bother about the final disposal. This is one method that saves you effort and time although it costs money.
Landfill
We left this for last because it is not environmentally friendly. However, if you must use this method, you’ll need to contact the landfill. Next, ask them if you can dispose of your furniture there. If they agree, you might even get this done without paying any fee.
Conclusion
Getting rid of furniture is not as easy as getting rid of other waste because of their size. However, there are methods you can employ to get rid of these items. In this article, we’ve discussed different methods of disposing of furniture.