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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. If a UD price is indicated, I have not yet refinished the piece and you can purchase it for the amount listed. Once reclaimed, I will list a swan price which reflects the time and materials I have invested.

Chairs

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


Trio of Wood Chairs

These solid wood chairs are durable and comfy. For the most part, these chairs are in fairly good condition. However I would like to recover the seats with a different fabric. The back of the chairs have a lovely shape.
A lovely trio.
Underside.
Lovely shape.
UD price - $25
Swan price - $40


Wooden Office Chair

I'm not yet certain of the heritage of this chair, but it reminds me of chairs I saw in offices during my youth. Number 16 1/4 stamped on the bottom of the chair. Solid wood and very sturdy. Needs to be sanded and restained. A spindle is missing.
Wide shaped seat for comfort.
Currently needs sanding and staining.
Chair bottom showing missing spindle.
16 1/4 stamp
UD price - $20

Bedroom Items

People seem to dispose of bedroom items on a regular basis. Their loss, our gain.

Miscellaneous

This category always impresses me with how many different types of furniture are discarded. So many possibilities.

Marble-Topped Side Table

This is a lovely little side table that is perfect for using to place a cup of tea or your favourite book. The top is one solid piece of marble, white with black veining and the base is two separate parts that can be unscrewed.

Dimensions: cm wide x cm deep x cm tall (" x " x ").
Small side table.
Perfect size for a cup or book.
Breaks down into three pieces.
Underside.
Nice colouring.
Pieces screw together.
The top of this table is immaculate, however the base needs to be sanded and painted.

UD price - $25


Round Plywood Table

Ugly. Plywood is not normally the pretty girl of the wood world to begin with but this top has had mac tac applied to it as well.

Dimensions: 79cm diameter x 75cm tall (31" x 29. ").
Mac tac table top.
Duct tape on the bottom.
Underside.
Rubber feet.
Three metal legs.
Plywood top.
I have already removed the mac tac and duct tape from the top of this table and just have to sand and paint it.

UD price - $15


Vintage Laundry Hamper

Everyone does laundry and needs somewhere to keep it until laundry day and this vintage hamper is the perfect solution. Wicker base with metal handles.

Dimensions: cm wide x cm deep x cm tall (" x " x ").
Old fashioned laundry hamper.
Metal handles.
A little dirty inside.
Leg is off bottom.
This needs to be painted in a nice, cheery colour that will complement the black top. Similar items in good condition sell for $54. (Etsy)

UD price - $20


Coffee Table

I suppose when your child scribbles on your coffee table your natural instinct is to throw it out. However the table is sturdy and in good shape otherwise.

Dimensions: cm wide x cm deep x cm tall (" x " x ").
Space for storing items.
Very long for a large living area.
Scribbles on the top.
Sanding and several coats of paint will make this table look brand new. No comparable price.

UD price - $30
New price - $20


Table/Magazine Rack

I love the shape of this little side table. The size and shape are pleasant. Instead of a shelf or drawer under the top, a unique storage space for magazines, knitting or other objects makes this a nice table for a living area.

Dimensions: cm wide x cm deep x cm tall (" x " x ").
Table.
Magazine rack.
Table top.
Underside.
No comparable price.

UD price - $25


Stool

This is a solid little stool, perfect for resting your feet on while sitting on a couch or for using as extra seating when company comes.

Dimensions: 47cm wide x 31cm deep x 41cm tall (18.5" x 12" x 16").
Decorative legs.
Old velvet cover.
New cover.
Missing plug.
Nice new look.
This stool originally had a dated dusty blue velvet covering which has been replaces with a durable brown and cream woven cover. No comparable price.

UD price - $20
Swan price - $30


Hall Table

This little hall table, although not the most beautiful piece of furniture, is functional. Unlike some of these tables, this one has a little drawer for storing keys, paper pads or pencils. Made in China.

Dimensions: 37cm wide x 29cm deep x 75cm tall (14.5" x 11.5" x 29.5").

Telephone table.
Handy little drawer.
Underside.
Slight chipping on lower shelf.
Some bubbling on the lower shelf.
I plan on bringing out the beauty in this little beauty by painting it. It currently has some slight chips on it and slight bubbling on the lower shelf. Walmart sells a similar version for $40.

UD price - $15


Tiny Folding Wood Stool

I think we owned one of these when I was growing up. It folds, making it practical for storing or to take traveling. This little number needs a good sand and paint and it will be a cute little addition to someone's home.
UD price - $10

Box on Legs

For lack of anything better to call this item, I call it Box on Legs. It reminds me of something my grandfather would have made. It is definitely unique and I can see it being used in many different rooms. If desired, the legs can be removed and the box used separately.

Dimensions: 39cm deep x 38cm wide x 102cm tall (15.5" x 15" x 40").

Unique piece good for displaying items.
Tall spindle legs.
No comparable price.

UD price - $15


Small Foot Stool

This is perfect for putting up your feet or for a small child to sit on. It definitely needs to be repainted and a new cover made, but it can look quite cute when done.
Fabric needs replacing.
Underside.
Cute as a button.
No comparable price.

UD price - $10


Old Fashioned Wood Desk

This small desk is perfect for a small space or a child's room. I love the look of the wood on this desk and can't wait to strip off the ugly old brown paint. There is a slight crack in the top right corner.
Ugly brown paint right now.
Original wood inside desk.
Underside.
Small crack in the upper right hand corner.
From the front.
No comparable price.

UD price - pending

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