Environmental protestors causing disruption in the capital and children walking out of school to protest; it is clear that concerns are growing about our global impact. The challenge may seem insurmountable, but we can all make changes to collectively make a difference. Recycled Business Furniture is playing a part in saving perfectly good used office furniture from ending up in landfill. The question is would you consider buying high-quality, used office desks, chairs and reception seating for your next office refit? What Puts People Off Buying Second-Hand Office Furniture? We all love [...] more

In many work environments, office chairs are in use for 40+ hours a week. With that much use, we cannot expect them to last a lifetime, but when is it time for an upgrade? The average lifespan of an office chair is 7-8 years, but this will be dependent on the make and the frequency of use. If you opted for cheap office chairs, they could start to feel uncomfortable within a year or two. Five Ways to Tell if it is Time to Replace your Office Chairs The telling signs are: [...] more

As a supplier of pre-owned office furniture, we deliver to industrial estates, town centres and business hubs across the South East. It got us thinking, is London still the dream location or is there a rival for the top spot? If you are looking to set up an office in the South East, a favourable location must include affordable rent, good transport links and a skilled local workforce. With this in mind, we sat on our quality second-hand chairs and undertook some research. It seems that whilst London still has a considerable draw, the cost [...] more

Scandinavian style has driven clothing, lifestyle, food and interior design trends for several years, so if we are keen to understand the office furniture trends for 2019, the Stockholm Furniture Fair is a great place to start. Held in the Swedish capital in February, there were two leading factors which influenced office furniture design; privacy and well-being. If you have a passion for bringing colour into the workplace, the trend for 2019 is inspired by autumn; think deep red and rusty orange. Considering Privacy in Office Furniture Design Open plan offices have modernised workplace [...] more

If your company are on a recruitment drive, or are preparing for an office upgrade or relocation, used office desks may prove a highly cost-effective and environmentally responsible option. In almost every work environment, a desk is essential. This relatively simple item of office furniture can take the form of a small standing hot desk or a highly personalised workspace with plenty of room for documents, technology, potted plants and photos of the cat. Check out our tips to ensure that you end up with the ideal second-hand office desks. Tip 1 – Consider [...] more

The cost of buying new typically requires an investment of between £150 and £1500. If you are refitting your office, this soon mounts up. Buying pre-owned office chairs is a cost-effective and environmentally responsible means of equipping your business, but you still need to be selective. Our bodies are designed to move, however, the vast majority of workers spend many long hours sitting in an office chair. In order to ensure that your employees are comfortable, productive and have a reduced risk of pain or injury, it is important to buy good quality office chairs. [...] more

Named as the prime location for jobs, work satisfaction and standard of living, there is much to attract companies and employees to Slough. The town is investing £450million in regeneration, but if you are looking to upgrade your premises pre-owned office furniture can give you what you need without a huge investment. Providing all of your employees with a desk and task chair can soon add up. You might be tempted to opt for a cheaper model to keep things within budget, but there is another option. Surplus office furniture has been collected by a [...] more

Starting up a new business venture offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic way, but the early months are notoriously challenging. Local networking groups can point you in the direction of support, relevant contacts and even suppliers of used office furniture. Any assistance can smooth the path towards business success. According to the latest Economic Survey of Buckinghamshire , business start-ups continue to grow. In the first half of 2018, South Bucks has recorded the highest rate of new business registrations in the county. This builds on the success of [...] more