Cutting Costs: How Facilities Teams Can Save with Recycled Furniture

Ida Gorecka • November 5, 2024

If you're managing facilities, you've likely encountered this scenario: Watching valuable office furniture being loaded into skips, knowing your next quarter's budget is already stretched thin. It's a common challenge in our industry, but one that deserves a smarter solution.

Understanding Your Office Furniture Lifecycle Costs

Every working day in the UK, more than 300 tons of office furniture end up in landfills. This is not only an environmental concern, but also a financial drain that impacts facilities' budgets nationwide.


As an experienced facilities manager, you understand the complexities. Office furniture management extends far beyond initial procurement. It's a continuous cycle of purchasing decisions, storage requirements, maintenance needs, and eventual disposal - each stage carrying costs that often exceed original budgets. Perhaps you're currently facing some of these challenges. You might be planning an office relocation, managing expensive storage space, or tasked with furnishing new areas while keeping costs under control. These are common pressure points in facilities management, but they don't have to remain obstacles.

The Cost of Second-Hand Office Furniture

At Coggin SOS, we’re challenging the status quo. 


A full workstation with a new desk and chair can run anywhere from £950 to £1,200. Our refurbished setups cost £365, offering the same professional look and functionality at a fraction of the price. For a 100-person office, that’s a potential saving of over £83,500!


Our refurbished Verco Ergoform Task Chairs are another example. A new chair costs £500; our refurbished option is just £125. That’s real money back in your budget, freeing you up to invest in other areas, whether it’s upgrading tech, improving facilities, or adding value in ways that matter to your team.


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The Quality of Our Sustainable Office Furniture

We understand that any office furniture solution needs to maintain professional standards. That's why we've developed a comprehensive quality control process:


  • Every piece undergoes a thorough inspection
  • We replace any worn components
  • Professional cleaning and restoration
  • Mechanical testing for functionality
  • Final quality check before delivery


We stand behind our work with a 12-month warranty. No complicated terms, just a straightforward guarantee of quality.


Want to see the quality for yourself? Visit our showroom and compare our refurbished furniture with new pieces. Contact us today.

A Partnership Approach to Office Clearance

We understand that managing office furniture projects can be complex. That's why we've developed a streamlined process that handles everything from initial assessment to final installation.


At Coggin SOS, we begin by understanding your specific needs and challenges. Our team conducts a detailed site survey when needed, helping us understand your space and requirements completely. We then provide clear, detailed proposals that outline costs, timelines, and expected outcomes.


Throughout the project, you'll work with dedicated specialists who understand the complexities of facilities management. They'll keep you informed at every stage and ensure your project runs smoothly from start to finish.

Prove Your Environmental Leadership 

Choosing refurbished office furniture provides immediate environmental benefits that you can measure and report. This choice is not only sustainable but also useful for your clients and stakeholders, showing that your organisation genuinely cares about the environment and is actively contributing to a greener future.


We provide detailed documentation of your carbon savings and waste reduction, making it easy to demonstrate your environmental leadership. This documentation supports your ESG reporting requirements and helps demonstrate your commitment to sustainability-highlighting to clients and others that you take environmental responsibility seriously.

Experience the Difference with Our Office Furniture Solutions

When you work with Coggin SOS, you're getting more than just office furniture services-you're gaining a partner who understands your challenges. Our team brings over twenty years of industry experience to every project. 


Eager to get started on your next project? Contact us for a detailed discussion about your office furniture management needs. We'll provide you with a comprehensive cost analysis and custom refurbishment proposal that addresses your specific challenges and opportunities.

Stretching the Education Budget: How Refurbished Furniture Delivers Quality Without the Cost

By Ida Gorecka • July 7, 2025
Your education budget is under more pressure than ever. Whether you're managing a school, college, or university, you know the challenge: creating inspiring learning environments while budgets shrink and demands grow. According to research by the IFS , between 2010/11 and 2022/23, funding received by colleges for 16-19 education dropped by nearly a quarter, and adult skills funding was cut by more than half. Meanwhile, overall surplus levels fell for the sector as a whole from £2,290 million (5.6 per cent of income) in 2021-22 to £1,284 million (2.9 per cent of income) in 2023-24 ( source ). This financial squeeze is hitting at exactly the wrong time. Your students deserve quality learning environments, but premium furniture prices make this increasingly difficult to achieve. But what if there was a solution that delivered professional-quality furniture without the premium price tag? What if you could create the inspiring spaces your students need while actually saving money ? By choosing refurbished office furniture , you can stretch your budget 3-5 times further, receive furniture in days rather than months, and create premium-quality learning environments - all without compromising on the standards your institution demands. Curious to see what's available? Browse our current inventory of high-quality refurbished educational furniture - updated daily and ready for fast delivery.

The Hidden Costs of Buying New: Why Refurbished Office Furniture is the Smarter Investment

By Ida Gorecka • June 30, 2025
Planning your next office fit-out? Before you commit to that £50,000 furniture budget, consider this: the UK office furniture market reached £3.24 billion in 2024 ( source ), yet businesses are increasingly discovering that the "obvious" choice isn't always the smartest one. You’ve likely priced up premium ergonomic chairs at £800-£1,200, desks starting at £2,000, and meeting tables from £3,000+. Leading brands like Herman Miller and Steelcase come with quality-but also long lead times, hidden costs, and potential delays that can hold up your entire fit-out. But here’s what those new furniture quotes don’t mention: the true cost goes far beyond the price tag. Hidden expenses, long lead times, and missed opportunities can add up to serious disruption, something savvy businesses are now avoiding. On the other hand, refurbished office furniture that delivers the same premium quality, ergonomic support, and professional look-at 50-80% less, and available in days , not months. In this article, we’ll unpack the hidden costs of buying new and explain why choosing refurbished furniture is a strategic, value-driven decision for your office. If you're looking to save money, time, and hassle on your next office fit-out, get in touch or browse our refurbished range today.

Beyond the Skip: How Recycling Office Furniture Saves Money and the Planet

By Ida Gorecka • June 17, 2025
Are you still throwing perfectly good office furniture into skips? Every year, millions of pieces of furniture are discarded in the UK, with the majority going directly to landfill. Meanwhile, the standard landfill tax rate in the UK is currently £103.70 per tonne, and it's only getting more expensive. But what if there was a better way? What if that "outdated" desk or those "worn" chairs could actually save you money while keeping valuable resources in circulation ? Recycling old office furniture isn't just about doing the right thing environmentally; it's about making smart financial decisions that protect your finances. According to recent statistics , office furniture accounts for an estimated 8.5 million tons of furniture waste per year globally, yet 51% of furniture is reusable if we take into account items requiring slight repair. You're facing a choice every time you clear out your office. The skip route costs money and harms the environment. The recycling route saves money and creates value. Here's how recycling old office furniture can transform your business operations while delivering measurable savings. Want to see how much you could save by recycling your office furniture? Contact our team for a free assessment and quote.