Sell Old Furniture & Appliances Before Renovation in Singapore

lisa A
Jun 14
3 min read

Updated: Jul 5

So you're finally renovating your flat — congrats! But as you start pulling out that old wardrobe, bulky dining table, or half-working washing machine, reality sets in:

“Where can you sell old furniture & appliances before renovation in Singapore... and fast?”“Can I get rid of it before hacking starts next week?”

If you’ve been asking Google that exact question, you’re in the right place. Let’s talk about what you can sell, what you’ll need to dispose of, and how to avoid last-minute renovation chaos.

🛋️ Where Can You Sell Old Furniture & Appliances?

Short answer? Maybe — but don’t count on it.

Here’s the hard truth: unless your items are in excellent condition, most used furniture and appliances in Singapore are not resellable, especially on short notice.

You might be able to sell:

Nearly new branded furniture (e.g., Scanteak, King Koil, Castlery)
Lightly used appliances under 5 years old
Clean, undamaged items from smoke-free/pet-free homes

Places to try:

Carousell
Facebook Marketplace
Cash Converters (for small items)

But even then… you'll face:

Lowball offers
Buyers who go silent
No-shows and endless back-and-forth

If you’re short on time before your renovation, this is a gamble.

🚫 What Usually Can’t Be Sold (and Why)

Here’s a list of things people want to sell but usually can’t:

Heavy used wardrobes, sofas, or cabinets
Scratched, chipped, or saggy furniture
Fridges and washing machines over 5 years old
Particleboard or IKEA-style items
Items in homes with pets, mold, or strong odours

Even giving them away for free doesn’t always work. Why? Because people know that removal from spending high delivery costs especially when movers make effort — stairs, parking, lift access… all of which you end up coordinating.

🧹 What to Do Instead: Declutter and Dispose Smartly

If selling old furniture and appliances fail or you're short on time, you’ll need a fast, no-fuss disposal plan.

At Junk Value, we help homeowners:

Clear out bulky items before renovation
Handle fridge and appliance disposal
Work with tight deadlines (yes, even same-day slots!)
Dispose of everything legally and properly — no dumping, no fines

💬 “No free pickup — just fair pricing, real humans, and reliable service.”That’s our promise.

🏘️ Why You Shouldn’t Rely on Town Council for Renovation Junk

Your Town Council may only collect a limited number of items per month, and they often won’t take:

Large appliances
Renovation debris
Oversized wardrobes or glass panels

Plus, the wait time can be 2–3 weeks, and you have to drag items to the void deck yourself.

If your contractor is coming tomorrow, that’s not going to work.

🔑 Renovation Prep Tips (From a Junk Removal Team That Sees It All)

Start clearing early. Don’t wait till the contractor’s knocking.
Send us photos of what needs removing — we’ll quote you right away.
Book a firm slot, so removal is done before tile hacking or drilling begins.
Check lift access and measurements. Some things don’t fit — we’ll help plan.