Are you one of the multitudes of people that love shopping at second hand furniture stores and thrift shops when you get the urge to re-decorate? The Arc Store in Paradise receives all kinds of clean, quality used furniture through donations from residents of Butte County, and we take great pride offering these unique pieces to the public at discount prices.

Decide the type of furniture you want

Have you, on occasion been disappointed in the quality of workmanship, limited variety and of course, the high prices you find in retail stores? If you’re planning to re-decorate your living space, just like real estate, there are well preserved and there are fixer-uppers. Once you determine whether you want it move-in ready or are prepared to repair and repurpose, there are many choices at the Arc Store in Paradise. 

Put your personality into the redecorating process

Your decorating style should reflect who you are. Your treasured collections that have been stored in the attic or in the garage can be displayed in one of the many curio cabinets or display buffets featured at the Arc second hand furniture store. There’s usually a good selection of tables, dressers, chairs, all sizes of bed frames and entertainment centers, as well as regular and sleeper sofas to choose from. There is also a good amount of accompanying items to choose from such as framed art, magazine racks, and both table top and free standing lamps.

Utilize period pieces

Looking for mid-century modern, traditional, formal or 80’s bohemian furniture? Chances are at least one of the Arc Stores of Butte County will have an inventory that will spark the creativity and interior designer in you. Visit this website for additional tips on eco-friendly tips for restoring or re-decorating with used furni ture.

In today’s throw-away society, fabrics and materials are meant to be tossed when worn out, but those from decades ago are still holding up and readily available in second hand furniture stores. Consider that the quality of some of the new manufactured furniture is lacking in many ways. Today, the strength of the new furniture’s wood or metal frames is just not what it used to be. Furniture made in the 1920’s to1970’s was made to last, that is one reason you see so much of it.

Stretch your budget

If you entertain friends often, or have a large family with young ones, the possession of quality furniture is a necessity. Choosing furniture that fits your style and family dynamic, coupled with the fact that furniture from second hand stores results in cost savings makes financial sense, leaving funds for college or vacation savings accounts.

Adopt the DIY mentality

A big plus about redecorating with used furniture is the ability to change the appearance of your everyday surroundings. Everyone likes a little change or variety in their home’s appearance and being able to refinish or re-upholster your furniture makes this a fun and engaging activity. There are many great products on the market today that make this once specialized chore actually an easy and fun project that the whole family can enjoy.

If you’re a do-it-yourself person (DIY), you’ll be looking for the fixer upper pieces so you can share the finished product when company comes over, proudly proclaiming that you did it yourself and saved a bundle in the process.

At the Arc Store in Paradise we offer delivery of your furniture purchases and our friendly, courteous staff will place it right where you want it and haul away any re-sellable item you wish to donate. So take a break from high pressure new furniture salesmen, who probably work on commission, and come into one of your local Arc second hand furniture stores. The possibilities may surprise you and the rediscovery of your creative side will definitely put a smile on your face. 

Begin your redecorating project today and start savings by downloading the coupon below.