What to Expect with Refurbished Office Furniture

refurbished cubiclesSometimes we hear the words “pre-owned” or “used” and can’t help but think “old, worn down, and dirty.” But what comes to mind when you hear the term “refurbished.” Does it change your perceptions on cleanliness and quality or do you still feel that somehow the product will be subpar?

If we speak in terms of cars, we feel we can put a little more trust in a used Mercedes than a used Dodge or Kia.  Am I right?  Well in the case of office furniture, these different standards also exist.  The Mercedes, Lexus, and Porsches of the car world are equivalent to the Herman Miller, Knoll, Steelcase and Haworth of the office furniture world.  They are similar due to their high-quality, but they also share the same high-end prices over other brands within their industries.  It is because of this reason that people turn to pre-owned; hoping for the same status and reputation that comes with those brand names, but without paying out of their means to do so. And you expect that with this type of status that the used version will still meet your standards enough to satisfy your sophisticated needs.

We won’t judge you for having these preconceived notions on used products because in many cases, they prove true.  Often times a pre-owned product shows its age and all of its dings and scratches may be saving you money, but costing you the reputation you deserve.  That’s where we introduce refurbished office furniture.  So what exactly does that mean?

31062A Refurb-LeapAll of our pre-owned product comes from Fortune 500 companies across the country that are moving, downsizing, upgrading or simply redesigning their offices and need to get rid of their existing office furniture.  However, this doesn’t mean that everything our liquidation team removes from these offices makes it back to our warehouse.  We choose only high-end products that are still in a suitable condition to be brought back to our Morgantown Headquarters to be cleaned, inspected and repaired in whatever way is necessary.

We pride ourselves on recycling this office furniture and extending its lifespan for the next user, but we also make it our priority to ensure that these products meet a certain standard.  

Whether they need touch up paint, new parts, thorough cleaning or more, our goal is to exceed your previous expectations of pre-owned.  This process is standard for products that are brought back to our warehouse in need of a “refresh,” but our refurbishing program involves a whole different level of making the product like-new again.

Our personal specialty is refurbished Herman Miller Ethospace cubicles.  It’s been the core of our business because our customers can expect a quality that allows them to get this top brand of systems furniture in their offices without breaking their budget or sacrificing the look of this product in its new state.  This frame and tile system is built on a solid steel skeleton that is rarely harmed and virtually indestructible.  This component is a valuable raw material that is extremely beneficial to be recycled and reused, not only for the environment but for our customers as well.  This is what saves you from spending a fortune for the best products.  And they’re the best for this reason; these core parts are extremely durable and flexible, enabling us to use them and reuse them in multiple ways.

refurbished office furnitureThe rest of the cubicle is yours to run wild with.  Maybe you pictured bright, standout workstations with animal print accent tiles for your colorful business or a collaborative area with low-height panels and lots of glass.  Starting with the design, our team of professionals will guide you through multiple suggestions and layouts reflected in detailed renderings and CAD drawings.


The beauty of Ethospace is it’s ability to be built and reconfigured into unique workspaces that can be different from one station to the next.

Part of the refurbishing process involves deciding if you want open tiles, doors, glass window tiles, white boards, storage units or more incorporated into your design.  With a 100,000 sq. ft. warehouse filled with Ethospace cubicle parts, we can mix, match and create the workstations that best fit your company’s style.

Lastly, all the fabrics and surfaces for the tiles and trim can be stripped or replaced with your choice of colors, patterns, finish and more.  Through our refurbishing process, all the important parts that are visible to customers and users have been customized with brand new materials that are unique to your business and help the used workstations look like new.

Check out our refurbished office furniture for a better idea of the results you can get through our refurbishing program.  Browse through chairs, cubicles and our large selection of fabrics and finishes and start imaging the possibilities.  It’s time to start working in style.  Don’t settle for the mediocre when you can finally get that “Mercedes” you’ve always wanted.