This time last year, we had a dilemma in our house. There was a pile of stuff that we no longer used. It had too much life left in it, so I didn't want to take it to the dump. But at the same time it didn't have any resale value. What to do?
First up was an old dining table with 4 chairs. They were made of solid wood, but there were some stains and scratches on the table top, and the chairs were looking battered and worn. It was all very sturdy though, and would be great for someone who fancied a project sanding them down and re-varnishing them.
But would anyone bother with a DIY repair project when it's so cheap to buy new? (under £100)
Yes, apparently they would! The table and chairs went on Freecycle, and within a couple of hours 2 people had offered to come and collect them. They were picked up the following evening.
Next was a large pine cupboard with a missing handle and a broken drawer. This went to a local charity who give work training to people who have recovered from substance abuse. It helped someone to learn joinery skills, and the repaired unit was sold to help fund the charity. Everybody wins.
Just goes to show that there are places for unwanted and unsaleable items, besides taking them to the dump! Have you found any others?
(Photo credit: Broom Closet by wayne's eye view, CC-BY licence, obtained via: http://www.flickr.com/photos/waynewilkinson/6168162597)
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