There’s just no denying it: the world of second hand furniture is an exciting place! A place where you can grab a bargain, furnish your home, and uncover quirky, unique or downright gorgeous pieces of furniture in the process. And the benefits of second hand furniture don’t end there! But second hand furniture isn’t just great for the environment and the back pocket. With a little TLC and a lick of paint, you can upcycle your furniture. In turn creating a gorgeous pieces of furniture that’s unique to you and your home along the way! Whether it’s a gorgeous vintage or retro piece, a distressed shabby chic beauty or an old piece with a contemporary twist. To help you get started? We’ve compiled a definitive list of second hand furniture stores across New Zealand’s North Island. So whether you’re from Auckland, Tauranga or anywhere in-between, you’re guaranteed to find a furniture bargain! A family owned and operated business, Junk & Disorderly have been operating in Auckland for some 25 years.
Where they work had to source old, unusual and vintage things. With new stock coming in weekly, and with some 12,000 sqft of floor space to house it You’re bound to find a piece of furniture here just crying out for the upcycling treatment. And probably a gorgeous gift or homeware to go with it along the way! A family run second hand store established way back in 1971, Antique Alley continue to stock a diverse range of antiques and second hand goods.They also carry a wide range of second hand furniture, from retro dressing tables through to victorian display cabinets and almost everything in-between. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell second hand furniture, Glenfield Furniture New & Used is the place to go. Operating out of their store in Auckland, Glenfield Furniture New & Used have a variety of dressers, tables, coffee tables and chest of drawers on show that would look stunning with a sand and a coat of paint. Having been buying and selling used and second hand furniture for over 35 years, Wellesley Traders know their stuff.
With second hand furniture on offer that suits all budgets, you’re bound to find a bargain here. With a diverse range of furniture in stock including bedroom, living and retro furniture. At Supertrash they do exactly what it says on the tin: stock a super amount of trash. But as we know, one person’s trash can be another person’s treasure! And while you have to dig a little to find the gems in the rough, as long as you’re willing to put in a little time and elbow grease you might just find a piece of furniture worth saving. 2 New North Rd Located in the suburb of Royal Oak, the Royal Oak Trading Co stock a wide variety of second hand items, including a large collection of second hand wood furniture. That collection ranges from dining suites to chest of drawers and everything in between, so you can be sure there’s a piece here that would look great in any room with a little bit of TLC. 717 Mt Albert Road, Royal Oak, Auckland 1023 With a love of the quirky and the eclectic, The Fabulist love their massive variety of neat knick knacks, bits and bobs and cool vintage collectibles.
And if you’re not averse to rummaging? There’s a fantastic piece of second hand furniture here just waiting to be found! 547 West Coast Road, As West Auckland’s largest second hand store, you just know there’s treasure to be found at Henderson New & Used Warehouse. Especially given new pieces of second hand furniture are arriving daily. With WINZ quotes and Lay By also available, picking up a bargain has never been easier. Second Hand Selection stock a great range of second hand bedroom and living room furniture, operating out of their store in Manukau. And with some 18 years experience under their belts, you can rest assured they know a quality bargain when they see it! 41 East Tamaki Rd Licensed second hand dealers and pawn brokers, Second Hand Warehouse stock an ever-increasing selection of second hand bits and pieces. They also have a number of pieces of second hand furniture in-store, including hall cabinets, coffee tables and dressers – with mirrors!
Courtney Road (Opposite WINZ), Gate Pa, Tauranga 3112 Stocking a collection of both new and used furniture, Treasure Trove New & Used Furniture operates out of their store in Mount Maunganui. From quality Bric-A-Brac to retro items, Galaxie Traders also stock a variety of second hand furniture: both old and modern. They also buy a variety of goods, including house and estate lots! 6 Tawa Street Mt Maunganui, A family owned business, the Rotorua Secondhand Market stock a wide range of pre-owned and second hand items. All of these are bought – never donated – which ensures you’ll only find quality second hand goods within! Quality Furniture Mart carry a wide range of second hand furniture in Rotorua, including beds, lounge suites, drawers and desks. And so much more! Located in the recycling centre of Rotorua, Variety Mart carry an exhaustive collection of timber, joinery, kitchens, bathrooms and second hand goods. Including the odd piece of furniture.