Exploring thrift stores such as Goodwill or the Salvation Army can be a thrilling adventure. The excitement lies in the unpredictability of what you might discover, with prices generally much lower than retail. Unique and valuable finds, including artwork, antiques, vintage pieces, and high-quality furniture, often appear in these stores at a fraction of their original cost. This makes them an excellent place to search for nightstands. Additionally, purchasing a second-hand nightstand means no assembly is required, and it presents an opportunity to refurbish and unleash your creativity.
Often, thrift store staff do not extensively research the donated items before setting a price, which can be advantageous for consumers. For instance, you might come across a gently used $500 Anthropologie nightstand priced at just $50. While there’s no certainty that you’ll find a nightstand that suits your taste (or even find one at all), it’s worth visiting to see what’s available. If necessary, expand your search by visiting all nearby thrift stores. One shopper shared on Reddit how they found a set of nightstands for only $12. You might stumble upon a similar deal.
Thrift store nightstands don’t require assembly
Typically, people don’t donate brand-new, boxed furniture to thrift stores. What you usually find are ready-to-use nightstands, dressers, chairs, tables, and other furniture pieces. This can be a compelling reason to consider thrift stores for furniture shopping. While assembling a basic nightstand might take just 15 minutes, other designs could require an hour or more, especially if errors occur. Missing parts can further complicate the process, making it frustrating and time-consuming.
With a thrift store nightstand, the assembly has already been handled. Your main concern is inspecting it in-store and ensuring it fits in your vehicle. If it’s too heavy to manage alone, don’t hesitate to ask a store employee or another shopper for assistance in loading it into your cart and car.
Thrift store nightstands can be refurbished and customized
Even if the nightstand you find at a thrift store isn’t exactly to your liking, you can easily transform it into something you love. Perhaps the color isn’t right, or you’d prefer handles over knobs. With a little effort and a few supplies, you can completely renovate your thrift store nightstand and still spend less than you would on a new one.
Refurbishing might involve sanding, staining, refinishing, painting, or a combination of these techniques. You can also replace specific parts like knobs, handles, or even the legs. One creative individual shared their experience of transforming a “1950s-ish piece” with surface damage and spindle legs into a chic, mid-century style nightstand.
Besides refurbishing, you can also embellish your thrift store find. For instance, use Dollar Tree items like geometric mirrors and foam boards to decorate your nightstand and enhance your bedroom. Alternatively, add flair with a DIY mosaic tile nightstand. The possibilities are endless, so be sure to explore your local thrift stores for your next nightstand project.
