Sustainability is a term that we see pasted on all kinds of media nowadays. But what does ‘being sustainable’ really require? Do we need to change what we do day-to-day to uphold sustainability? Well, you’ll likely already know about many different measures that have taken place to help make life a little more eco-friendly - including making containers that are naturally compostable or degradable, or products from 100% recycled materials. But sometimes these new, environmentally friendly goods can cost considerably more than, lets say, the cheaper options that are often made from non-recyclable components that once used, end up straight into landfill. Well, how about purchasing used products? There’s risk associated with buying something already used, but at Kings Office Furniture, we believe in reducing that risk so that a product doesn’t just save you money but functions and looks as if it were bought brand new.

 

How pre-owned products help with sustainability

Think about it! When you purchase a brand new car, the work to produce the vehicle has already cost the Earth a lot of materials to construct it. Not to mention the fuel and energy required to power the machines to make it all happen, resulting in sapping fossil fuels and the release of exhaust gases into the environment. The same goes with electric cars - whilst they’re economical to run, the steps required to make the car involve the use of powering tools and construction in factories, all resulting in the same harmful waste that affects the environment.

But when you purchase a preowned car, the steps to make the car in the first instance have already happened. So if more people were to purchase used vehicles, then the demand to build hundreds more of the same model could dramatically reduce which, in turn, stops the need for firing up energy-hungry machinery.

Believe it or not, the same principal works with furniture! Whilst the common eye will see furniture and cars as two separate items with different functionality (and rightly so), we’re talking more about the procedures to create new pieces of furniture. It’s the same story all over again - trees are cut down and wood extracted, metal is melted and shaped, and an unprecedented amount of energy is required to make all the factories and machines function. Thus, once again, draining the Earth of fossil fuels and non-renewable compounds and releasing harmful fumes into the atmosphere. Whereas, if you buy something that’s already been made, there’s no need for any of the above to happen again (because it already has)! And at Kings Office Furniture, we pride ourselves in getting our hands on some fantastic preloved furniture to pass onto new owners and let it’s lifespan continue.

 

Used products at Kings Office Furniture

At Kings, we have a wide range of used furniture to suit all workspaces of all styles! Including bench desks, office chairs, electric desks, accessories and more. Our furniture is exceptionally revived to get it back into an excellent, like new condition, before being sold onto it’s new owner - for a fraction of the price versus buying brand new.

And our range of furniture isn’t bland and boring either. Our desk and office chairs come in a wide range of materials (ie mesh and leather), some offer lumbar support for the most comfortable and optimum seating position, and we’ve even got some of the ever-popular Herman Miller seats to boot. We offer electric bench and sit-stand desks with programmable memory slots, meaning that they can be adjusted to perfect independent seating and standing heights for anyone and everyone. Our meeting tables come in all shapes and sizes, offering a great balance in usability and design flair. And if you’re just looking to add little additions to your existing structure, we’ve also got great options when it comes to pedestals, cupboards and cabinets. So, really, you’re spoilt for choice when it comes to used products!

As mentioned before, all of our new products are cleaned and refurbished scrupulously to a grade where we bet you won’t even notice the difference between your preloved product and a new one.

And because it’s preloved, you’ll save yourself plenty of pounds in comparison to buying new. Some of our used products have been reduced by hundreds, with an average saving of 35% - 50% off the original listing price!

 

Get started with Kings Office Furniture

Are you ready to earn yourself the sustainable ranking and help save the world - and money while you do it? We thought so. Visit our expansive catalogue today to find your perfect match. Or if you need help finding your perfect office partner, give us a call for free on 0800 0148 146.