Sustainable and Cost-Effective Office Furniture Solutions for Higher Education: Make the Most of Your March Budget

Ida Gorecka • March 11, 2025

As March comes to a close, you’re likely looking at your remaining budget and deciding where to allocate it before the new financial year begins. Right now, educational institutions across the UK are in the same position, balancing cost-saving priorities with the need for high-quality, sustainable solutions, and meeting 2025 ESG targets.


One of the smartest investments you can make right now? Refurbished office furniture.


Your faculty offices, admin spaces, and student support areas are in constant use, and worn-out furniture can affect productivity, comfort, and even the professional image of your institution. But upgrading doesn’t have to mean spending big or increasing your carbon footprint.


Read on to learn why refurbished office furniture is the best choice to help you save costs, streamline procurement, and contribute to your institution’s ESG goals-all while ensuring a hassle-free, high-quality solution.

Make the Most of Your Budget with Refurbished Office Furniture

If your institution follows an April-to-March financial year, you know that unspent funds don’t roll over. That means this is your last chance to invest in cost-effective, long-term solutions that will benefit your staff and students next year and beyond.


Research shows that modernised workspaces with refurbished furniture contribute directly to improved employee efficiency and performance. By upgrading your environment now, you're not just saving money - you're investing in your team's productivity.


By acting now, you can unlock:



  • 50-80% savings compared to buying new office furniture
  • A 10-day turnaround for quality, premium refurbished furniture
  • Detailed documentation outlining the carbon and financial savings
  • Clear metrics on how many items you’ve diverted from landfill, showcasing your institution’s commitment to ESG stakeholders


Read how businesses are saving money and cutting waste on refurbished office furniture here.


Contact us today and let’s discuss how your institution can make the most of your March budget.

No Procurement Headaches: Hassle-Free, Compliant Solutions

We know that higher education procurement isn’t always easy. Budget approvals, framework agreements, and timing constraints can make even simple upgrades feel like a challenge. That’s why we’ve made it simple at Coggin SOS.


✔ Pre-approved procurement frameworks - No lengthy approval processes
✔ Hassle-free term-time delivery - So there’s no disruption to staff or students
✔ Fully customisable solutions - customisable fabric colours, desk resizing options
✔ End-to-end service - From selection to installation and aftercare


With years of experience working with universities, colleges, and education providers, at Coggin SOS we understand the pressures you face, and we’re here to make things easier.


Not sure if refurbished office furniture is right for you? Click here to learn more. 

Refurbished Doesn't Mean One-Size-Fits-All: Custom Solutions for Your Needs

Contrary to common misconceptions, refurbished furniture offers just as many customisation options as new pieces. The refurbishment process actually presents a perfect opportunity to tailor office furniture to your exact specifications and institutional identity.


Refurbished desks can be resized to fit specific spaces, making them ideal for awkward room layouts or workstations. Seating and soft furnishings can be reupholstered in a wide range of fabric colours, allowing you to align furniture with your institution's branding or create cohesive colour schemes across departments.


At Coggin SOS, our team can modify desk dimensions, offer an extensive library of fabric options, reconfigure modular systems, and restore finishes to your exact specifications. This means you get furniture that looks and functions as if it were made specifically for your institution-because in many ways, it has been.


Want to explore how refurbished furniture can be tailored to your institution's specific needs? Get in touch with our team today to discuss your specific requirements.

Educational Institutions and Businesses Are Already Seeing the Benefits of Refurbished Office Furniture

You wouldn’t be the first to save while making a sustainable choice.


Take Rosetta Brands, for example. When they switched to refurbished office furniture, they achieved:


  • £12,513 in cost savings
  • 1,758kg in carbon savings


"We wanted a cost-effective, sustainable office solution, and refurbished furniture was the perfect fit. It’s saved us money, reduced our carbon footprint, and improved our workspaces—all without the hassle."


Nick Comer - Managing Director, Rosetta Brands


If they can achieve these results, so can you.


Get in touch with our team today to see exactly how much time and money you could save.

Now Is the Time: Get Premium Refurbished Office Furniture Before Your Budget Resets

You’ve worked hard to secure and manage your budget, so don’t let it go to waste. By investing in refurbished office furniture now, you can:


  • Save money 
  • Meet your university’s ESG targets
  • Secure hassle-free, term-time delivery 
  • Improve staff workspaces 


At Coggin SOS, we've helped dozens of educational institutions convert end-of-year funds into long-term workspace value. Your team deserves better environments, and your budget deserves better outcomes.


Don’t miss this opportunity to upgrade your university’s workspaces, save money, and support sustainability goals.


Get in touch now before your budget is gone!

Reworking Workspaces: How Refurbished and Resized Office Desks Save Money and the Planet

By Ida Gorecka • June 2, 2025
Our approach to workspace design is evolving as organisations recognise the enormous waste and environmental impact of the traditional "buy new, dispose later" furniture cycle. Every year, organisations across the UK retire thousands of perfectly usable office desks-not because they’re damaged, but due to layout changes, branding updates, or relocations. These desks often end up in landfills , despite being made from valuable materials that require large amounts of energy and resources to produce. This disposable mentality is costing your business money AND damaging the planet by wasting valuable resources. But what if there was a solution that saved you money while reducing your carbon footprint ? By choosing refurbished and resized office desks, you can make smarter, more sustainable choices that help reduce waste , cut costs , and create premium-quality offices - all without the lengthy lead times that accompany new furniture purchases. If you've never considered refurbished desks before, you're in the right place to learn why they should be your obvious choice for your next project. But even if you have, keep reading for valuable insights into how refurbished and resized desks can improve sustainability initiatives, maximise cost savings, and support long-term business goals. Curious to see what’s available? Browse our current inventory of high-quality refurbished desks-updated daily and ready for fast delivery.

Finding the Balance: Quality Seating Without the Environmental Cost

By Ida Gorecka • May 25, 2025
Did you know that the average office worker spends around 1,700 hours a year sitting in their chair? That's a staggering 70% of your working life spent in a single piece of furniture. Yet many organisations overlook the importance of quality seating, either settling for cheap chairs that quickly deteriorate or spending a fortune on brand new premium options. Refurbished office chairs offer the perfect balance of comfort , quality , and sustainability that today's offices need. At Coggin SOS, we've helped hundreds of organisations discover that you don't need to compromise on quality to make environmentally conscious choices. In fact, opting for refurbished office chairs can provide high-quality seating at up to 80% less than the cost of buying new. In this article, we’ll explore why refurbished office chairs aren’t just a good option-they're often the smarter one. From environmental impact that can tick off your ESG targets to ergonomic design and cost savings, this is your guide to finding the perfect seat. Our warehouse is stocked with top-brand refurbished chairs - ready to deliver in days, not weeks. Get in touch to check availability.

Closing the Loop: How Office Furniture Can Drive the Circular Economy Forward

By Ida Gorecka • May 19, 2025
Ever thought about how your office furniture connects to sustainability ? Probably not. But perhaps you should. The circular economy isn't some distant concept only relevant to manufacturing giants or packaging companies. It's a practical model that directly impacts how you furnish, update, and clear your office. At its heart, the circular economy challenges you to keep materials in use. It's your chance to reject the standard "buy, use, discard" approach that has dominated the industry for decades. It's your opportunity to turn office furniture from a recurring cost into a lasting asset. At Coggin SOS, we partner with organisations like yours across the UK, helping you transition to a circular furnishing model: refurbishing , reusing , and responsibly recycling your office furniture. Our mission is straightforward: help you make your furniture last longer, cost less, and waste nothing. Explore our wide range of refurbished office furniture in our inventory . You'll find quality, sustainability, and value, all waiting for you in one place.