Our Top 5 Office Refurbishment Tips That Save You Money, Without Compromising Quality

Ida Gorecka • November 21, 2024

Your office space needs a refresh, but the challenges are mounting: budgets are under pressure, deadlines are approaching, and sustainability targets can't be ignored. If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. Here's the good news - creating an impressive workspace doesn't require breaking the bank. Every day, we help organisations transform their offices while saving thousands of pounds, without compromising on quality. Here are our top five proven strategies that make it possible.

1. Start With What You Have

Before making decisions about office clearance, take a fresh look at your existing furniture. Those tired-looking workstations could be valuable assets waiting for transformation. Professional refurbishment can turn your used office chairs and desks into pieces that look and perform like new - at a fraction of the replacement cost.


Consider this example: A standard Verco Ergoform Task Chair costs £500 new. At Coggin SOS, you can get the same chair, professionally refurbished for just £125. Multiply those savings across your office space, and suddenly you're looking at large budget relief without compromising on quality, comfort, or professional appearance.

2. Choose Replacement Over Complete Clearance

Office clearance doesn't have to mean filling skips. When planning your refurbishment, consider a hybrid approach. Some second-hand office furniture can be professionally restored, while other pieces might need replacement. This targeted strategy typically saves businesses 40-60% compared to complete replacement.


Through smart office furniture recycling, you're making environmentally conscious choices that support your sustainability goals while keeping perfectly good materials out of landfill.

3. Think Modular and Flexible

When selecting new or refurbished office furniture, prioritise pieces that offer flexibility. Modern work environments change rapidly, and your furniture should adapt with you. Look for used office furniture that can be easily reconfigured, updated, or expanded over time. The right modular solutions mean you won't need another complete office furniture clearance in a few years - instead, you can adapt and update as your needs change.

4. Partner with Refurbishing Experts

Don't let the term "second-hand office furniture near me" make you think of local charity shops. Professional office furniture refurbishing services transform tired pieces into workspace assets. 


For example, our comprehensive restoration includes:

  • Full structural assessment
  • Component replacement where needed
  • Professional refinishing
  • Rigorous quality testing
  • 12-month warranty


This approach delivers professional-grade office furniture for sale at pre-loved prices.

5. Plan for the Long Term

Smart office refurbishment isn't just about immediate cost savings. Consider the full lifecycle of your furniture choices. Quality refurbished office furniture, properly maintained, can match or exceed the lifespan of new pieces while costing much less.


When you do need office furniture removal in the future, working with a specialist recycling partner means your old furniture could have value - either through refurbishment credits or reduced disposal costs.

Making It Work For Your Business

The numbers speak for themselves:


A new workstation setup: £950-£1,200

The same configuration refurbished: £365

Potential savings per workstation: £585+


Want to transform your workspace without breaking the bank? Visit our showroom to see the quality of our refurbished office furniture firsthand. Run your hands along the surfaces. Test the mechanisms. Sit in our chairs. We're confident you'll be impressed by what modern refurbishment can achieve.

Take the Next Step

Whether you're planning a complete office transformation or just updating key pieces, we're here to help you make smart choices that protect both your budget and the environment. Get in touch with us today to discuss your requirements.


Want to see what's possible? Visit our showroom to explore our range of second-hand office chairs, desks, and complete workspace solutions. Contact us today for a free consultation and detailed cost comparison.


Remember: Quality office refurbishment doesn't require a premium budget - just smart planning and the right partner.

Why Buying Cheap Costs More: The Long-Term Value of Quality Refurbished Furniture

By Ida Gorecka • July 30, 2025
You’re in the middle of planning an office space. Budgets are tight. Lead times are short. It’s tempting to type “cheap office chairs” into your browser and find something that fits the spreadsheet. But here’s the problem: cheap furniture is rarely cheap in the long run . The market is saturated with budget desks, chairs, and storage that look good online, but fall apart in practice. And when they do, they cost more - more to replace, more to dispose of, more to fix (if that’s even possible), and more in lost time and productivity. It’s a vicious cycle that undermines your budget, timeline, and any potential ESG goals. According to WRAP , the UK disposes of over 200,000 tonnes of office furniture every year - much of it barely used. When furniture fails quickly, so does your investment. In a commercial setting, that failure shows up in missed deadlines, spiralling budgets, and sustainability goals slipping out of reach. So before you hit "order" on another bulk buy of flat-packed furniture, take a moment. In this article, you'll learn the hidden costs of cheap office furniture and why refurbished premium office furniture is the smarter alternative. If you're looking to reduce hassle, save money, and build a workspace that actually lasts, keep on reading. Need help getting started? Get in touch with our team for advice, audits, or to browse our refurbished stock .

Refurbished Office Furniture Saves Overbury Over £2000 on Site Setup Costs

By Ida Gorecka • July 18, 2025
Anyone who's worked in construction knows that site setup costs can quickly spiral. For Overbury , one of the UK's leading fit-out and refurbishment specialists, managing these costs while maintaining professional standards is a constant balancing act. When setting up their latest construction site office, they faced a challenge familiar to many in the industry: creating a functional workspace quickly and cost-effectively. After seeing what we achieved together on their previous project, Overbury approached us with clear priorities - they needed a professional office setup delivered on a construction timeline. With tight deadlines to meet and costs to manage, they needed their office space ready quickly while avoiding the expense and environmental impact of buying new office furniture. Like many construction projects, this one came with complex requirements - specific layouts, tight timelines, and budget constraints - yet Overbury knew from experience that refurbished office furniture could deliver exactly what they needed.

From Purchase to Repurpose: How to Extend the Lifespan of Your Office Furniture

By Ida Gorecka • July 16, 2025
If you're managing an office move, refit, or hybrid transition, you've likely faced this question: do we buy new furniture, or make use of what we have? Every year, over 1.2 million desks and 1.8 million office chairs are sent to landfill in the UK- enough to fill Wembley Stadium twice. ( Source: WRAP ) With Landfill Tax raised to £126.15 per tonne in April 2025 (S ource: UK Government ), the cost of disposing office furniture is increasing fast. If you’re trying to balance budgets , meet ESG goals , and minimise downtime , choosing refurbishment over replacement could be the most strategic decision you make this year. In this guide, we’ll show you how to get more from what you already own. Saving thousands, supporting your ESG goals, and creating a more flexible, future-proof workspace. Got a project coming up? Get in touch and we’ll help you explore your refurbishment options.