It’s time to upgrade your office furniture. But with so many options available, it can be tough to figure out what the best investment is for your business. Should you buy new office furniture or opt for used or refurbished? We compare these below and how Ideal Office Solutions can help you make the right choice.
How to Know If You Need New Office Furniture
Your office aesthetics are outdated. Office furniture appearance plays a bigger role in company image than many business owners think. Updating your furniture design can improve the visual aesthetics of your company’s interior and present your brand in a more positive light.
You don’t have any adjustable or standing desks. Work environments now are more demanding than in the past, and employees need to be able to move about comfortably. If your office lacks adjustable desks that work for both sitting and standing, it may be a good idea to invest in some.
Your filing cabinets take up too much space. If you’re using a digital filing system like most modern businesses, your filing cabinets may not be getting much use. It’s easy to swap them out for modular storage solutions that serve multiple purposes so your office stays spacious and organized.
Your chairs have seen better days. Office chairs get the most use and have the biggest impact on employee ergonomics. If you purchased your chairs more than three years ago, it may be time to replace them.
Comparing Used vs. New Office Furniture
If you need to expand or upgrade your workspace, buying new furniture isn’t your only option. You can also choose high-quality refurbished pieces that cost less without compromising utility.
Benefits of Buying New Office Furniture
- Get the latest designs and trends in office furniture
- New furniture often has a warranty
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Benefits of Used and Refurbished Office Furniture
- Lower cost than purchasing new
- Avoids high tariffs on office furniture and parts (link to new tariffs blog)
- Faster turnaround times
- Reduces landfill waste
- Lower value depreciation over time compared to new furniture
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How Used Office Furniture Gets Refurbished
Many people think that buying used furniture means sacrificing quality, but at Ideal Office Solutions, that’s not true. Our furniture renewal process is extensive and brings furniture that still has structural integrity up to like-new condition.
In addition to being deep cleaned and repaired if needed, refurbished office furniture can come with new upholstery, fresh paint and exterior finishes, and replacement padding depending on what a piece needs. The result is furniture that looks, feels, and functions like brand new.
Get Quality Office Furniture in Massachusetts
At Ideal Office, we’ve been supplying New England businesses with quality new and refurbished office furniture for more than 20 years. As one of the area’s most reliable providers, we can help you select the right furniture for your workspace and budget no matter your needs. Contact us today at (978) 327-5327 or fill out our online form to learn more about our products, design services, and more. Or, stop by our showroom at 28 Pelham Avenue in Methuen, MA.
Commonly Asked Questions
How fast can refurbished office furniture be installed?
Refurbished office furniture is often in stock and ready to install, making it easier and faster to upgrade your office with. While timelines differ based on your project, you can expect that opting for used furniture will reduce office downtime significantly. One of our recent office transformations in Chelmsford took just one day to install. Read more about it here.
How much money does buying used office furniture save?
How much you can save by purchasing refurbished or used office furniture instead of new varies depending on the type of furniture you’re buying and other individual factors. That said, estimates suggest that most businesses spend 30-70% less on pre-owned furniture compared to brand new.
Can Ideal Office Solutions help with office layout and furniture selection?
Yes. We also provide full-scope office design services so your furniture, layout, and workflow all come together in one practical plan.
