How I Buy & Clean Used Sofas - Before You Buy A New Couch Watch This

In this video I share some information and tips to help you navigate the process of buying a used couch. I share what I look for and I also buy two used couches to use as examples to share how I clean and restore them.

Buying used furniture can be a great way to save money, and find unique and quality pieces for your home. However, it can also be challenging to know what to look for and how to assess the condition of the items you're interested in. This is especially true when it comes to buying used couches, which can be a significant investment.

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About Melba Makes

This channel focuses on a buy “used” first approach to all things that go into making a home. Buying used as a lifestyle has allowed me to get a better value, save, and reduce waste. I create a variety of videos from interior design to following our home renovation journey. Come along for some fun thrifting for treasures, restoring pieces, decorating, and room makeovers. Also join us as we renovate our mid century California ranch house.

Thank you for watching!

[MelbaMakes]

Hey! Thanks for watching ❤ I tried to keep this video short and light but I could go even deeper into this topic. Let me know if you’d be interested in a more comprehensive video

[STManning]

I've wanted sooo bad to do this instead of buying, but the fear of not knowing whether or not someone had bed bugs, etc... scares me... IK the same can happen with purchased couches, but it's always the thought in my head😩

[garlicgirl]

Maybe, do a video on Bedbugs? It seems to be a concern for many. Many of the interior designers here on YouTube use 2nd hand furniture. I don't think any of them have addressed the issue though. I asked one and they answered but not in the video for all to see.

[fultonaaron]

I have gone through this journey and saved just shy of 7k furnishing my home, this would have been an indispensable guide early on. I am glad you are helping others to find this sort of thing. A helpful tip is that if you own a large vehicle and will be passing through any larger cities, shop those locations in a similar manner. They usually have larger higher-end selections.

[susiemorris]

I think they both look great - and I truly wish that more people would re-use, re-purpose unwanted items to save everything hitting landfill! Imperfections, be they minor, are worth living with and removes the pressure of sitting on a brand new, plain couch and being fearful of marking it!

[MiamiPushtheLimit]

I just bought a new house, 4 bed 2 bath, and I literally got all my furniture from friends and family. I only bought a couple rugs. All rooms are fully furnished thank God 🙌🏽

[maryannschumacher]

Do you ever worry about bug issues? That always deters me from getting used furniture. Very nicely done!!

[cherylleatherman]

In this throw away society, I'm thrilled to see your attitude of recycling!

[AnneWilkynson]

In my home looking around, everything is thrifted or a hand me down, or picked up on the side of the road. I went to a Restore to find a couch a couple of years ago.. this has always been my big story ha. There was the couch of my dreams, Ioved it! It had come down in price but not enough, kept an eye on it and when I finally purchased it ...$11.00.
I cleaned it and I'm so happy!! Love your content 😂 ❤❤❤

[Ytbkt]

Very useful video! I love the idea of recycling high end items while getting good deals and having fun bringing them back to new condition! I’m so inspired

[laura]

You did a fantastic job cleaning these couches up!
I really like the first couch you cleaned best.

[apawstate]

Thank you for giving new life to furniture and preventing it from going into landfill!

[surber]

I really enjoyed your video! Almost everyone on YouTube is crazy annoying but yours seemed down to earth and informative

[ginagonzalez]

Fir the set in dirt like grease, make a solution with water, dish soap (dawn works best) and vinegar. Leave it and clean after a few hours.

[IMOO]

Your whole approach to accessing then taking action for these items, is to be commended!

[springdayswithyou]

You appeared on my life at the perfect time! I’m moving next month to live alone and my goal since the begging was to buy only used things. You’re channel was an amazing find! thank you so

[rrelampago]

You did a great job and inspired me to tackle my own upholstery pieces. Thanks. I would keep the S couch. I think you can continue to work on it and look for other solutions.

[garlicgirl]

Soooo, I am still trying to style my new home. It has been a journey just like you said...I guess why I love this channel so much already. You are or were in the same boat I am in. Hunting all thrift and consignment shops for good furniture. I hit a wall and gave up for a month...then got back to looking last weekend. I found 2 chairs! WOO HOO! I thought of you the whole time. I looked and a reputable brand. I did not see how to care for it. I might have overlooked it in the excitement. Already, you are helping others.

[luz]

I love your free finds😮😊 I live in Florida and I have never found anything good, thank for your information

[gayle]

The shape and condition is great. If still has stains, there are some great sofa covers. Still a lot cheaper than new.