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Sofa for sale
This gorgeous brown sofa made by grandsofas.com is excellent quality and extremely comfortable. It is in immaculate condition (see photo) and comes with a 25-yr guarantee. Material is cotton and it has a cool modern feel.
Cushion covers are all removable and machine washable, with a quality foam filling, and it's super comfortable. Keeps its shape when you sit on it. The dark-coloured wooden legs can be easily removed to allow the sofa to fit through a standard doorway.
No wear and tear as we've only had it for two years and kept it in good condition. Sofa comes from a smoke-free, pet-free home. Only selling it due to moving house as the new place isn't big enough for the sofa.
Sofa measurements:
- Width: 182 cm
- Overall height: 81 cm
- Height without legs: 63 cm
Any questions, feel free to ask. Asking price: £250. **For collection ONLY**
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Is buying or selling secondhand things online a good way of shopping?
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Brown Solid Handmade Desk for Sale
This handmade and functional desk, made of solid wood, is in excellent condition and an ideal option for your family.
This is a unique piece, gently used, with a practical and functional design. There´s no wear and tear as it has been used for only two years and is kept in good condition. It is perfect for students and remote workers. Selling due to a lack of space.
Features:
Asking price: $2000.00 or nearest offer.
Ready for immediate collection. NO DELIVERY AVAILABLE.
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Is buying or selling second-hand things online a good way of shopping?
I use shopping second-hand a lot, I love browsing and searching for products. I mostly search for used books that has gone out of production. Last week I found a book of Rushdie on Norwegian, that was currently sold only in English. So its a good way of finding gems.
Also it is a brilliant way of finding new (and old) learning resources for English language, since there are a lot of books about learning English that are not in your local bookstore.
This unique vintage sofa bed is crafted from quality white wood and features a distinctive design with three built-in storage drawers. Handcrafted by a renowned carpenter five years ago, it combines elegance with functionality.
The piece remains in reasonable condition, with only one minor flaw: one drawer has lost its hanger. Aside from that, the sofa bed is well-maintained and retains its charm.
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