Furniture Flipping 101 : How New Legs Boost Resale Value
In the world of furniture flipping, first impressions are everything. While a fresh coat of paint or reupholstery can work wonders, there’s one often-overlooked upgrade that can significantly increase resale value—new furniture legs.
Why Furniture Legs Matter
Furniture legs set the tone for a piece. They can make a tired armchair look sleek and modern, or turn a plain cabinet into a mid-century statement. They influence not just style but also perceived quality and stability.
When buyers browse second-hand platforms, visuals matter. A sofa with scratched or dated legs won’t command the same attention—or price—as one with clean, stylish ones. Swapping out the legs is a quick, cost-effective upgrade that delivers high impact.
The header pictured chest of draw has been dramatically transformed by some beautiful wooden legs:
Elena Tapered Coffee Table Legs
Dawn Solid Oak Tapered Furniture Legs
The Design Edge
Different leg styles can help define the aesthetic of a piece:
- Tapered wooden legs give a nod to Scandinavian minimalism.
Tamara Tall Tapered Wooden Furniture Legs
Demi Classic Turned Furniture Legs
- Metal legs create an industrial or contemporary vibe.
- Bun feet legs or classic wooden legs elevate vintage and traditional looks, like this set with a square brass leg cup.
Easy Upgrade, Big Payoff
Being intentional about leg choice allows you to match trends or appeal to a specific buyer demographic.
Installing new legs is straightforward. Most replacements are compatible with standard fittings or come with brackets. And compared to the time it takes to sand, paint, or reupholster, leg replacement is a quick win. We have a large selection of different leg fittings and all our product comes with 3 different dowel screw fixing:
Many flippers report that simply changing the legs can increase perceived value by 20–30%. That's a great return on a modest investment.
Final Touches That Sell
Pair new legs with polished hardware and clean finishes to create a cohesive look. Style the piece for listing photos - add a plant, a stack of books, or a neutral throw. Buyers don’t just want furniture; they want a *look*.
Show off your furniture flip project by tagging us on Instagram or sending photos to info@heritagecomponents.co.uk.
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