Three major drawbacks in the second-hand furniture market

In recent months, numerous citizens have raised concerns about the poor quality of second-hand furniture they've purchased. Many report that these items have an unusually short lifespan, and the strong smell of glue not only repels mosquitoes but also causes dizziness in people. According to a survey, the growing rental market has led to a high demand for second-hand furniture. However, due to the lack of standardized regulations, the second-hand furniture market is in a chaotic state. From acquisition and transportation to renovation and final pricing, each store operates independently, often without any warranty, engaging in unauthorized renovations, and setting prices arbitrarily—these are the "three major evils" of the industry. Once consumers purchase substandard furniture, they usually end up accepting their bad luck because they lack invoices or other proof of purchase. At this stage, the second-hand furniture market faces three main issues: lack of warranty, unauthorized renovations, and arbitrary pricing. **Lack of Warranty** From the current market situation, it's common for second-hand furniture to be sold without any documentation or warranty. Once a consumer encounters quality issues, they can't get repairs from the original manufacturer. A shop owner in the Huaigu second-hand goods market admitted that while he holds a business license for selling used goods, warranty cards are typically only provided with second-hand appliances. For second-hand furniture, the general rule is "no returns, no exchanges." If a customer wants repairs, they are advised to visit a carpenter instead. **Private Renovations** According to Liu Yilin, an expert in the furniture industry, many consumers have a misconception that second-hand furniture is safe because it has already been used by someone else. However, the reality is different. The renovation process in the second-hand furniture market is often more about "beautification" than real restoration. This practice is not always safe. The process of refurbishing old furniture was originally meant to repair high-end pieces, but professional restoration services are expensive. In contrast, second-hand furniture stores often use unknown paints or glues, sometimes even inferior ones, to make the furniture look better. This not only reduces the furniture's lifespan but also poses health risks to consumers. **Random Pricing** The second-hand furniture market is currently in disarray, with prices fluctuating based on supply and demand. For example, a 70% new rattan lounge chair might be sold for 50 yuan in winter and 100 yuan in summer, while its purchase price is only around 10 yuan. Due to the lack of proper channels for processing, much of the old furniture found in homes is sold cheaply to street vendors known as "yellow croakers." Sometimes, these buyers travel from one region to another to acquire valuable items, hoping to resell them at a higher price. As a result, the value of old furniture can increase several times when moved from south to north. (Editor: Peter)

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