Can't read the text above?Try another text or an audio CAPTCHAText in the box:What's this?If you are a homeowner, you know how difficult it can be to get quality furnishings cheaply. There is a misconception linking high costs to high quality however this is not always the case. When it comes to furniture, you can actually find excellent pieces without having to pay a fortune – you just need to know where to look. Just because something is cheaper than comparative articles doesn’t mean that it is of poor quality. There are many different reasons why some retailers can afford to sell furniture at lower prices. For instance, it may be that they don’t have the high overhead of a retailer in a luxury mall. Manila has plenty to offer when it comes to affordable furniture. It is simply a matter of knowing where to begin the search. Patience is truly a virtue in this case. Be prepared to scour numerous locations and establishments to find those treasures in the rough. Wholesalers and ManufacturersWholesalers buy in bulk and this entitles them to significant discounts.
This is how they are able to offer products at lower prices. Furniture can also be obtained from manufacturers. You can easily cut costs by working with direct suppliers. Aside from their primary headquarters, you can reach these sellers by visiting home depots or outlets. Thrift Shops and Surplus StoresThrift shops and surplus stores are excellent sources for unique second-hand items sold at extremely low prices. You might find imported goods or locally made offerings when you shop around. It is also quite common to find second-hand pieces. When it comes to the latter, be sure to check the quality. As long as it can be re-purposed or redecorated, it can become a wise investment. Steer clear of used mattresses though for health reasons. Korea Japan Surplus Mart23 HIllside Plaza Bldg. Sumulong Highway (Masinag)Antipolo, Rizal Cubao Expo (Remy’s Thrift Shop, Grand Thrift Shop, Vinyl DUMP Thrift Shop)Socorro, Cubao, Quezon City, Metro Manila Trade ShowsIt is also a good idea to attend furniture trade shows.
For the best deals, visit during the last event day just before closing hours. Although these exhibits are held to showcase new designs, there are participants that offer the prototypes for sale. Aside from possibly getting a bargain, you will also be treated to a unique find. Visit Manila Fame for more details on their next event. Local Furniture HotspotsThere are popular areas in the metro that are known for being sources of affordable furniture. The stores that line these streets do not only offer cheap brand-new furniture but can also be haggled with. Bring your A-game but be respectful and reasonable. Dapitan Arcade is a hub for unique and locally made items including home decor and furniture. It follows a bazaar-type setup and is in an open-air location.Dapitan ArcadeKanlaon St., Sta. Mesa Heights, Quezon City, Metro Manila Bangkal is an area in, but far from the traditional luxe of, Makati. It is known for housing one of the largest communities of furniture distributors in the metro.
Aside from locally produced items, imported furnishings can also be found here. Pedro Gil has a line of furniture stores offering both local and China-import furniture. Most of the items offered for sale resemble those that can be seen in more expensive mall outlets because some companies from the latter source their wares here.Pedro Gil St., Paco, Manila Kamuning is an excellent place to find vintage American home decor and furnishings. The set-up resembles that of a flea market and there are plenty of kiosks to visit.Kamuning St., Quezon CitySome charities are able to sell worn / damaged / un-saleable clothing to companies that recycle the clothing/textiles for industrial rags or other textile byproducts. Please contact your local charity to find out if they accept clothing for recycling. Items that are suitable for industrial rags should be: Preferable items include T Shirts, towels, flannelette, sheets - especially white materials. If your items do not meet the above criteria, please do not put them in charity clothing banks/boxes.
Unsuitable items will be sent to landfill and the charity will incur a disposal cost. Please check with the charity concerned on acceptance criteria as other garments may be reused or recycled for purposes other than rags. H&M Clothing Retailer has a Garment Collection programme for any clothing or textiles which they reuse of recycle. They currently have stores in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. Many charities sell second-hand goods and clothing via shops. They're great places to pick up a bargain and help a great cause at the same time! If they're in good condition, many charity stores will also accept unwanted household items such as clothing, accessories, bric-a-brac, books and even furniture. Before setting out to donate unwanted items to a charity shop, however,please contact them first to ensure that they can accept your unwanted items. .au to find suitable collection or drop-off service options. Other Clothing Donation Programs Dress For Success and Fitted For Work are both programs in Australia that help women experiencing disadvantage to find work and keep it.
They do this by providing free professional attire, career mentoring and development, and transition-to-work programs. Visit their websites to find out what type of clothing is suitable to donate or other ways that you can help. Shoes For Planet Earth is a non-profit organisation that works with local and international communities and companies to provide reused running shoes to those in need around the world. They have drop-off locations in NSW, VIC and QLD. As well as running shoes (no broken soles or holes please) they're also happy to accept insoles and spare laces. Uplift Bras collects new and second hand bras and sends them wherever needed. For women in the developing world a bra is often unobtainable or unaffordable. In 2011, bras were sent to the Philippines, Vanuatu, Fiji and the Northern Territory. Uplift Bras have drop-off collection points in all state/territories in Australia. To donate furniture to a good cause, contact your local charities to see if they accept donations of furniture.