Do you need to redecorate your office or do you have a new office—either at home or at your place of business—and need to fully furnish it? If so—and if you’re on a budget—you’re likely looking for affordable options that won’t break the bank, but that will still look professional. Fortunately, there are many ways to score affordable furniture for your office that will look great and provide the comfort you need for a productive workday.

Here’s how to choose inexpensive office furniture for your workspace. 

Consider Pre-Owned Furniture 

One of the best ways to find inexpensive office furniture that is still high quality is to look at used options. You can search for estate or garage sales, go to consignment shops, or look on Facebook marketplace. Another great idea is to keep an eye out for businesses that are either closing or renovating their offices and are selling their existing furniture. Many pre-owned pieces of office furniture still look professional and have plenty of life left in them. Just make sure you search for quality brands and check for damage and wear and tear. Even if you save money on a pre-owned desk or chair, you’ll end up spending more if you have to replace it due to poor condition.

Contact a Trusted Supplier

Prefer new furniture instead of used? You can still find inexpensive office furniture in a few different ways. One is to contact a trusted supplier who liquidates older models or those that are not selling well in the store. You can often find very high-quality options at very low prices simply because a certain piece is not as popular in-store as anticipated. If you develop a relationship with a supplier, you can even let them know what pieces you’re looking for so they can let you know when one goes on sale or is being liquidated. 

Look for Sales and Deals 

There are always sales and deals to be had if you know where to look! Consider shopping on popular sales days like Black Friday or Cyber Monday as well as Memorial and Labor Day, Presidents’ Day, and other holidays when stores usually feature sales. You can also follow stores you like on social media to be alerted to their sales. 

Check Out Online Stores 

Online stores often have some very good deals on furniture. You can Google ‘inexpensive office furniture’ or ask colleagues and friends to find out where they shop for furniture online. Just make sure you do your research and look at online reviews of the store before you buy from it, and be aware of their return and exchange policies. 

Inexpensive Office Furniture: The Best Choice for You 

Furnishing a new office is always an exciting endeavor, and, just because you’re on a budget, it doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice quality or comfort. In addition to looking in the right places and keeping an eye out for sales, you should also know which pieces you want to invest in—like your desk or chair—and which pieces you’re willing to compromise on. This will help you develop a reasonable budget and ensure you are not disappointed with your overall selections.