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General Furniture Items

If you are interested in purchasing any of these items, go to the contact section and complete the form. Do not forget to include the name of the item that catches your eye.

Miscellaneous


Dresser with Mirror

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  • Not too big for a small room and not too small to be unusable. It's just right!
  • A beautiful full mirror with side wings that can be adjusted.
  • A few small scratches on the top.
  • One of the handles is missing, but I have a matching dresser that I can take a handle from.
  • Dimensions: 117cm long x 42.5cm deep x 76cm tall (46" x 16.75" x 30")
Similar items sell for $80
(Kijiji)

UD price - $70


Bookcase with Sliding Doors

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  • This unique bookshelf has sliding doors to keep items from view.
  • The laminate top is easy to clean.
  • Three adjustable shelves make this unit quite versatile.
  • Once painted, this unit will sparkle.
  • Dimensions: 122cm long x 47cm deep x 104cm tall (48" x 18.5" x 41")
Similar items sell for $80
(Kijiji)

UD price - $65


Wall Cupboard

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Two doors for easy access.
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Superb hardware.
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Strong hinges.
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  • Sturdy hardware on the back of this unit makes it perfect for hanging on a wall.
  • The surface is scuffed but can be sanded and painted or just kept as is for use in a shed.
  • Excellent hinges and magnetic catches.
  • Dimensions: cm - cm diameter (" - ").
No similar item.

UD price - pending


Malaysian Stool

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Solid little stool.
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Some scuffs on the wood.
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Faux leather top.
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Underside.
  • This is a solid little stool. Similar ones that swivel are sold at Walmart.
  • The wood is a little scuffed, but I will be applying some stain to make it all shiny new.
  • Made in Malaysia.
  • Dimensions: 37cm - 64cm diameter (14.5" - 25").
This item sells for $60.
(Walmart)

UD price - $20

Vintage Card Tables

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  • These are vintage card tables.
  • The green table has some rust and
  • Dimensions: cm - cm diameter (" - ").
 This item sells for $50.
(Kijiji)

UD price - $15 each


Papasan Chair Base

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  • This base is for a papasan chair and is in immaculate condition. Similar ones are sold at Pier 1 Imports.
  • Although meant for a chair, I think this would work well as a table base as well. A glass top would create a great look for this table a a wood top would work as well.
  • Dimensions: 56cm - 69cm diameter (22" - 27").
This item sells for $30.
(Pier 1 Imports)

UD price - $15


Bamboo Stool

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Small stool.
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Nice detail.
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Underside.
  • What I like about bamboo is that it's strong and so is this little stool. I have a similar one and use it quite frequently.
  • This little stool doesn't take up much space and can be used for extra seating, for a side table or for decoration.
  • Dimensions: 28cm wide x 41cm tall (11" x 16").
Similar items sell for about $15.
(Ten Thousand Villages)

UD price - $10


Bistro Chairs

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Collapses for easy storage.
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Nicely shaped legs.
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Closely spaced mesh makes these comfortable.
  • I don't usually like these metal chairs, however these ones are quite nice. They are very comfortable. Perhaps because the metal mesh is so close together.
  • The chairs easily fold up for storing.
  • These would be suitable for outside the house or in.
  • One of the chairs has a bit of rust on the top but it is minor.
Similar items sell for about $100.
(Canadian Tire)

UD price - $40


Black-Topped Stool

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  • This stool is made of black vinyl and chrome and is perfect extra seating for a small space or a bar.
  • This is an older item as shown by the 1968 Upholstered and Stuffed Articles Act stamp on the underside.
  • Measures cm long x cm wide x cm tall (" x " x ").
  • The chrome has some tarnish on it but can be cleaned.
Nothing similar.

UD price - $15
New price - $10


Bedroom Items


Bed Frames

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Frame #1
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Headboard bracket.
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Rollers for easy moving.
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Frame #2. Easily comes apart for resizing and/or moving.
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A plastic roller on each corner leg helps it roll smoothly across carpets.
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Bent headboard bracket.
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Back rollers lock into place.
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Frame #3 with centre support.
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Headboard attachment.
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Missing one roller.
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Rollers lock into place.
  • Metal bed frames seem to be deposited fairly regularly at the curb. I'm not sure why since they're so handy and expensive. I own a couple myself.
  • You can see similar models of this at The Brick.
  • Frame #1:
    • Good condition.
    • 91cm - 127cm wide x 188cm long (36" - 50" x 74").
  • Frame #2:
    • Some rust. One bent headboard bracket.
    • Centre support.
    • 99cm - 152cm wide x 178cm long (39" - 60" x 70").
  • Frame #3:
    • Good condition. Missing one roller in the centre.
    • 130cm - 152cm x 173cm long (51" - 60" x 68").
  • Twin: 39" wide, Double: 54" wide, Queen: 60" wide
  • 4 plastic rollers on each corner help them roll easily across the floor.
  • Back casters lock into position.
  • Comes with nuts and bolts system and headboard attachment.
Similar model $90
(The Brick)

UD price - $30 each


Chairs

I'm not sure why, but chairs seem to be a common thowaway object. Below is a current list of chairs ready to be sat upon again.

IKEA Stefan Chair

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  • This IKEA Stefan chair has been painted a lovely blue, however it can be repainted any colour you choose.
  • There are a few scratches on the seat of the chair.
Similar model $25.
(IKEA)

UD price - $10


Tables

I love tables. I own too many of them. So as much as I like these ones, I have to pass them on.

Hexagonal Table

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  • Beveled edge glass top gives this piece some class.
  • Quite sturdy and has nice grooves that lend it detail.
  • Mesh bottom adds a nice, light texture that complements the glass top.
  • The finish is coming off in some places, but in generally in good condition.
  • Dimensions: 61cm wide x 53cm tall (24" x 21").
Similar items sell for $20
(ReStore)

UD price - $15


Small Hexagonal Table

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  • I used this Made-in-Canada table in my home for quite a few years. It is a unique shape and fits well into small spaces.
  • Quite sturdy and has nice grooves that lend it detail.
  • The paint is scratched in places and the table could be repainted but it is fully functional.
  • Dimensions: 46cm wide x 43cm tall (18" x 17").
Similar items sell for $20
(ReStore)

UD price - $10


Long Coffee Table

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  • If you're looking for a heavy piece of furniture, this is it.
  • It has not been refinished so shows some wear, but can be easily painted to suit any room colour.
  • Open and closed space underneath to store items.
  • Dimensions: 155cm long x 58cm wide x 43cm tall (61" x 23" x 17").
Similar items sell for $50
(Kijiji)

UD price - $30


Short Coffee Table

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  • Made in Thailand, this lovely light-coloured table has just enough detail on the legs to give it some oomph.
  • There is a mark on the top that, with a light sanding and a bit of stain, can be almost indiscernible.
  • Solid wood.
  • Dimensions: 101cm long x 51cm wide x 41cm tall (39.75" x 20" x 16").
Similar items sell for $50
(Kijiji)

UD price - $30


Small Table

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  • This table would be great for a patio or rec room.
  • There is some slight staining on top, however a coat of paint would make this perfectly fine.
  • Dimensions: 61cm long x 48cm wide x 41cm tall (24" x 19" x 16").
Nothing similar.

UD price - $15


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