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If you are thinking of changing your furniture and you don’t know what to do with it, you should know that Ikea has the best solution for you. The famous home products company is promoting a furniture buyback and resale program in the United States.
With this program you can consumers will be able to receive money for their furniture. Ikea reported that it aims to make the service a permanent fixture in its stores across the country . For now, the firm has launched a pilot program that will take place at the Conshohocken store in Philadelphia.
According to Ikea, this program pilot starts from on Monday, September 6 and will end until 19 of September. The company informed that it will approximately expand to additional markets in various parts of the country. The truth is that the company has already launched this program, mainly in Europe.
In addition to providing a better service and being closer to customers, Ikea wants to do what is necessary so that the business of selling household items become more sustainable and “climate positive” between now and the year 2030, according to a CNBC report.
Jennifer Keesson, Ikea’s director of sustainability, reported that the main reason for carrying out and implementing the program is “ make sustainable living easy and affordable for many , we want to be part of a future that is better for both people and the planet. ”
With this program, consumers will be able to sell their furniture used, but in good condition, in exchange for store credit. The furniture will be available for resale in the “as is” section of the warehouse at reduced prices. Any client can be part of the program, it is free.
On the other hand, Ikea explained that the cost of the furniture will be evaluated based on your status, age and functionality, but also made it clear that some product categories will not be eligible for the program.
The trend to resell products from Second hand is not new to the retail market, as brands such as Gap, Macy’s, JC Penney and the J.Crew’s Madewell brand already offer these types of options for those looking for better prices and quality products that have already seen some use.
Although the trend of second-hand sales has only been explored in the textile and fashion industry, Ikea wants to set a trend for products of the home, especially for furniture. This can be successful if you think that many Americans are looking to change their furniture.
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