How to Dispose Of Old Furniture
Whether you are getting ready to move, looking to upgrade, or remodeling; old furniture can cause a bit of a headache if you don’t know what to do. Having a game plan for your old furniture is a simple way to reduce the pain and make your new furniture all the more enjoyable.
Let’s take a look at some different methods for getting rid of your old furniture.
Donating Your Furniture
If your furniture is lightly used and still has life left in it, donating it can be a great way to get rid of it and help others. With plenty of places accepting furniture donations as well, it can be one of the most accessible paths for getting rid of your old furniture.
Before you think about donating your furniture, you need to make sure that it is in good enough condition. If your furniture hits all of the requirements below, you can likely donate it.
Your furniture can be donated if:
The item can be used as-is, with no need for repairs.
Upholstery is free of significant rips, stains, and odors.
Wood is free of major scratches or gouges.
The item has never been infested with bedbugs or other pests.
Donation Options
Depending on your area, you can find various organizations that accept furniture donations. Some organization even offer furniture pickups.
In Park City, the following organizations accept furniture donations:
Habitat For Humanity Restores ( offers pickup)
Christian Center of Park City
St. Lawrence Thrift Store
Salvation Army
One thing to keep in mind when donating your furniture is that even though your furniture might be in excellent condition, donation centers can reject your donation due to storage constraints. If they don’t have enough room, you might not be able to donate it.
Selling Your Furniture
If your furniture is in great shape and you need some extra money, selling your furniture can help pay for your new furniture. You can sell your furniture online on the following platforms year round.
Facebook Marketplace
KSL Classifieds
Park Record Classifieds
OfferUp
Throwing Away Your Furniture
Maybe your old furniture has seen its last days, and it is time to throw it away. Depending on how quickly and how much furniture you need to throw away will determine which disposal option is best for you. Here are a few options for you to consider.
Dumpster Rental
If you have a fair amount of furniture to get rid of, renting a roll off dumpster is an excellent way to have it taken from your home quickly. Renting a dumpster is usually the quickest way to dispose of old furniture.
Taking it to the Dump
If you have a truck and a trailer, you can take your furniture to the dump and drop it off there. Some landfills will charge you extra for furniture since they might need to break it apart before dumping it.
Curbside Pickup
Depending on which city you live in, you can schedule a curbside collection. City’s like salt lake have city-run programs that allow you to schedule a curbside pickup of bigger items like couches and beds. You need to schedule this in advance, and it can take a bit of time to if time is of the essence, this isn’t the best option.
Conclusion
Having a plan for your old furniture can reduce the headache of getting new furniture. If your furniture is still in good condition, donating it is a great way to help your furniture benefit others.
You can also sell it using services like Facebook Marketplace, KSL, and offer up.
If your furniture has seen its last days, renting a dumpster, running the dump or scheduling a curbside pickup can be your best options for disposing of your furniture.