MY BEST THRIFT FINDS EVER | 5 Thrifting Tips for BIGGER Furniture Flipping Profits

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This is my MOST EPIC THRIFT HAUL! Thrift with me for furniture with a focus on flipping for profit. This video offers a behind-the-scenes look at a real thrift haul, and shares five invaluable tips to help you find better pieces and maximize your profits!
In this video, we explore:
- The importance of a low buy-in: How to start small and scale up.
- Minimal repairs: Why focusing on pieces that require little to no repair can save you time and increase your profit margin.
- Buying desirable furniture: We'll talk about what styles and types of furniture are most popular and sought after in the market right now.
- Higher quality pieces: Why it's worth it to spend a little more for high-quality furniture that can command a higher selling price.
- Visiting thrift stores frequently: How regular visits to thrift stores can help you snag the best deals before anyone else.
We hope you find these tips useful, and happy thrifting!
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00:00 Introduction
00:33 Goodwill Thrift Store #1
01:11 Thrift Tip #1
04:01 Thrift Tip #2
04:45 Why I don't Buy Certain Pieces
06:14 Salvation Army Thrift Store
09:15 Thrift Tip #3
10:06 Keep in Mind Industry Trends
10:44 Popular Furniture Flip Pieces that Sell
11:22 Thrift Store #3
12:53 Thrift Tip #4
14:01 Identifying what Furniture is made up of & it's importance
15:27 Bonus THRIFT TIP #1
17:33 Thrift Tip #5
17:57 Goodwill Thrift Store #2
19:22 BONUS THRIFT TIP #2
21:45 AIRBNB THRIFT FIND
23:45 Goodwill Thrift Store #3
25:15 BONUS THRIFT TIP #3
26:46 Thrift Store #4
30:51 BONUS THRIFT TIP #4
33:24 Goodwill Thrift Store #4
38:58 Picking everything up from the Thrift Haul
41:47 Thrift Haul Breakdown
45:34 How much we spent on thus thrifting trip
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[@cindyqueenofyou]

Good morning... regarding the chair with a tear in it, they have iron on patches that are designed to be used for repairing clothing... they sell them at craft stores, Jo-Ann's, etc. If you take the patch and push it through the tear then flatten it out behind the torn fabric with the adhesive facing forward towards the torn fabric. Then arrange the fabric to close the tears as much as possible and then iron over it. The patch will adhere to the back of the fabric permanently and will seal the tear so that it won't tear any further. You probably will not be able to make it invisible but you could make it pretty close!

[@erinparker4085]

This combined with darning the opening could be a great and practically invisible repair!

[@2468bone]

And if she takes the skirt off , use the fabric to put over the patch , And still use a beautiful big pillow!

[@alicefayeelliott1894]

⁸​@@erinparker4085

[@timekabolden5309]

😮 🔥🔥👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾😊 ty 😀

[@timekabolden5309]

​@@2468bone😱😱😱😱

[@marjoriecarano8052]

Since you always take the skirts off of the velvet chairs - do it very carefully on both chairs and you might have enough fabric to redo the back of the damaged chair.

[@cherylacampora670]

Throw a pillow and a throw on the chair. I wish you would have picked up the large lamps at the beginning of the video. I did a pair in hammered bronze and they turned out stunning. Easy to do, new shades, and I made a total of $115.00 profit. Nice lamps are incredibly expensive and easy to flip. I have watched u since day one and you just are on point about everything you teach. I have been a flipper long before it was popular. I'm 69 now and was a young Navy wife. Flipping was a necessity and I was good at it. I always loved when the Officer's wives would come over and compliment my home. It was so different from what everyone else had. It was always enough to fuel my creativity with 3 small kids at home. I taught Workforce development for many years and flipping was my sanity. Keep up the good work!

[@StenzelArtistryandDesign]

Shoutout to all the Neimans of the furniture world with helping record/lift/move all the pieces.

[@angaramacrafts8564]

Looking forward to the vids showing these projects worked up! Nice finds!

[@maryoconnell3857]

I would restore the table and chairs. I had a set like that when I first got married in the mid 1980s. It's fun to roll to the fridge if you forget something! Really love all that you guys do, and I am so happy for and proud of your accomplishments. Best regards.

[@susankaveny1]

Yeah, don't paint a teak Danish modern coffee table. look it up first. You did great. They're selling on the high end for over $1000. It's real. The veneer is walnut. The top is teak.

[@Amanda.A-G]

I enjoy watching you find good furniture! BTW...that's real eucalyptus and the smell is not potpourri, it's what eucalyptus smells like.

[@darlenemchenry1104]

I was thinking the same thing! They sell fresh bunches of eucalyptus at Trader Joes's. I hang it upside down in my shower and it makes taking a shower a spa-like experience. 🤗

[@lenac2022]

Napkin holder could also hold hand towels for the bathroom.

[@CS-ki5uf]

Neiman focusing on guy in background while Lauren is talking on the couch lol.

[@TRoxanne55]

LOL!

[@livinglifeforward4560]

I came to the comments after I saw that 😂.

[@carro4479]

The dinning table you liked with the ends sliding out is called a farmers table.

[@tracyyanouzas4588]

Omg that walnut mcm coffee table! You scored yourself an amazing find!

[@MissDickens]

Right?!? I was amazed when she said only $10! Score!❤

[@mirandamom1346]

There was just a glimpse, but it kinda looked like a Lane Acclaim!

[@lorrainechapman6940]

Thomasville furniture was based in Thomasville North Carolina and they have been out of business for several years I know this because we live in North Carolina and my daughter's all worked there

[@carsonstandards]

Really enjoyed thrifting with you- so inspiring! So creative! Just a side note from a former florist... The eucalyptus is real- not fake. It is preserved(not dried or it would be crispy) and dyed. It is naturally scented, not potpourri. Not that it matters on a furniture flipping channel😊.

[@ValerieGriner]

I wanted to say the SAME thing about the preserved eucalyptus! I love that stuff...and it's natural scent.

[@evebrown2692]

Use the skirt removed from one or both brown chairs to repair the tear or make a matching pillow?

[@terrirouleau4758]

Lauren, do the cane set in a light wood or cream wash. I think it will sell❤Coastal look is so on trend.

[@sesshomoru8347]

agree!

[@justshacone3398]

Exactly what I was thinking 🤔 cause I would be all over that!

[@mlm7598]

Yes, absolutely! I can see it on a sun porch or dining room in the tropical theme, ferns and done in the lighter colors as you say with a ceiling fan above it........I picture it in a Florida room/coastal west coast or southern climate.........Or in a sunroom in the midwest or east..........it would work anywhere. If I were them, I'd keep it for myself. LOL Great choice and exactly spot on!!!

[@lauriepayseur5897]

Came to say this!

[@cathyclark5791]

Also, it is actually a game table and chairs, so it could be sold to go in a basement or big game rm. It

[@ici_coop]

How fun to have a partner that’s into your dream too ❣️

[@LollieMouse]

That swivel base is def on upside down!!

[@heatherh3099]

amazing! Love the dining room set with cane - i can see it either bleached blonder in tone for a more natural beach vibe or a contrast with black. have fun!

[@carrie3206]

Yes! And maybe seat cushions that are navy blue solid or Navy blue with white stripes?

[@lesleywatkins1172]

Great collection of pieces! I love the fact that you ask about pricing in thrift stores! Lots of people think it’s wrong, but I’m a believer of if you don’t ask you don’t get! Well done! 😊

[@GI-uw6tw]

I’d whitewash the cane set. Beautiful!

[@arrowimpressions6315]

Oh my wordI almost never comment on videos, but I HAD to on this one!! 😂 First of all great haul!! About 10/11 years ago I had a dream about flipping furniture, but was too intimidated by it. The past 3 months watching you videos makes me want to do it, but I’m still scared. Lol. Your amazing. I LOVE that table set!! I’m so happy you bought it, and I cannot wait to see what you do with it!! I was praying you’d buy it. Lol. Nieman’s black shorts were killing me! I love it. The short shorts, shorter than Lauren’s. You go Nieman! Lastly Nieman zooming in on the guy had me laughing so hard. You guys are amazing. I adore watching your videos and really love seeing how you two work together. It’s something special. ❤

[@livinglifeforward4560]

Same 😂. What was that dude doing? He looks confused

[@MissDickens]

I felt like that guy was just like my Dad when he'd go shopping with my Mom. He would hang out in the magazine aisle and read because everything else bored him silly, lol.

[@arrowimpressions6315]

Lol my husband does the same if he goes shopping with me. He takes a seat somewhere while I do my thing. 😂

[@joylynnburkhardt3202]

Awesome finds! I’m excited to see what you do with the table and cain chairs! 🥰

[@shannonmatuch1410]

That mcm table looks legit!!!!!

[@susans7091]

Makes me wish I was young and strong again. I used to refinish, but now at 77 it is fun to watch you:)

[@kmgreen1740]

The table and cane chairs would make a great poker/game table for m the air b&b. I agree with the prior poster who suggested patching the worn velvet with the skirt fabric. If you use a vertical patch, you should be able to hide most of the seams within the folds from the tufting. Great haul.

[@angelreynolds4046]

Self storing leaves are the BEST!

[@TRoxanne55]

Awesome finds. With the cane dining set I personally would try to keep it natural and not paint if you can.

[@karenbartlett9265]

Nieman!! Close up on the tiger table & the guy in the red shirt!! 😂😂

[@kathycameron7625]

I love everything you got!!! I just made a drop off to my local Salvation Army and scored 5 pairs of shorts and 2 blouses for 99 cents! So it pays to look at the thrift stores! Love your videos

[@Jane5720]

I love the coffee table you got for $10 oh my gosh it’s beautiful, great find and I love your tip on not carrying it yourself.

[@Designs_Decor63]

I saw my wine rack

[@calliew311]

It's funny because when she was originally carrying it out, to the register, I guess, I was thinking, I wouldn't be carrying that, my husband would. Lol.

[@cherylbellardino5211]

If you're ripping the skirts off of the tan chairs and have basic upholstery skills, there may be enough fabric to repair the ripped chair.

[@joannaandujo2217]

Love all your tips and how much awesome finds you score

[@telercoi3234]

Ooh, I really hope we get to see videos of at least come of these! Especially that table and chairs - it may be a beast but I bet it’ll look so amazing

[@tonyathomas66]

You and Neiman had an excellent day of thrifting. GREAT JOB!!! 💜💙

[@shannonmatuch1410]

Nieman is cracking me up, filming the guy in the background. LOL. Love watching you two.!!!

[@melanieeaton3344]

Loved the 5 thrifting tips! Great haul!

[@michellesmith9971]

Great haul! I don’t think I’ve ever seen how you evaluate items for unwanted visitors (bed bugs,etc ). Can you do a video on that sometime?

[@cjp2274]

Yes, PLEASE!!!! My first attempt at flipping was a coffee table & 2 end tables. Clean, well-made, only a few little nicks & scratches. But after living here over 20 years without a single roach, over the course of 5 days we found THREE! Where were they hiding?!?!?1 I threw all 3 pieces into the trailer and to the dump they went that weekend. NO ONE addresses the issues of bugs. Please be the first.

[@user-sk2px6ox7m]

Yeah they say certain items to never purchase from a thrift store cause of bed bugs ect

[@trixie9777]

Yes! That would be a great topic!

[@hnycreek]

I can see that table set painted black and redoing the cushions in an updated fabric, maybe a zebra black and white style!

[@mrs.diannalynn1383]

I just adore watching u and Mr. Camera Man. I’m just wondering when I will be seeing a wedding. Love u kids, Granny D

[@greenshp]

The pine table with the ends that slide underneath - those are so cool, and my grandmother called them a "'butterfly table"". I used to have one and loved it.

[@dorothymitton7602]

Great for your own table.

[@robine916]

When you rip the skirt off the torn chair, you can stitch a piece onto that spot and sell it for $20. It would still be good for a kids room or college student. You can always give it away if it doesn't sell. What a haul! 💕💕

[@marjimcmillan9265]

I thought the same thing. You could cut a triangle that fits between the buttons where the folds are anyway, and you may not be able to tell.

[@mlm7598]

Love the cane set and all of it really. The cane is so in and I would keep it, were it me! Reminds me of Florida and SO Cal where we have lived in the past..........and it is on spot. Light colored wood stain perhaps. I would not use it in the Air B &B as I think with all the folks that would be staying there it could potentially get destroyed beyond repair. Some places we have stayed had lovely things however everyone doesn't respect our things as we do. Cane is not cheat to replace and redo. It's a beautiful piece. A great video and loved seeing my old stomping grounds in days gone by. Totally changed now! I can't wait to see what you do with all the items. Exciting and busy day you had. Did you also get the mirror that I thought went with that Thomasville dresser? Perhaps I didn't catch that correctly. Have a great weekend! Blessings

[@user-iq9cn2hf2x]

I’d keep the cane set natural and I’d definitely keep the brass detailing on the table base. That’ brass is one of my favorite parts….not to mention that’s where everyone puts their feet so it protects the wood.

[@TheCatlady63]

Great finds.

[@julesl7679]

I would love that doll house. I have done a small one...its so fun. Lol that coffee mug is perfect for my son. Lmao.

[@maryddd3546]

so great that you can recycle all of that stuff

[@baronesselsavonfreytag-lor1134]

I love going to thrift stores near chains like Target because they get cool housewares and such donated from the chains.

[@terrimcfarland1152]

That multi colored Lamp goes with the cane chairs ...love it! Get that doll house!!

[@lisastreet8920]

The small area on the upholstered caned chair where the seam has separated can probably be hot glued back together if you are careful. Great bargains in your town. I would not paint that table. I would try to restore it.

[@kellygardner9191]

The cane chairs I would paint frame and table black and leave the cane natural. Possibly recover the cushions.

[@terrypierce1661]

The stuff in the red vase is eucalyptus which smells really good. Can be reactivated with fine mist

[@deborahthatsme]

Always makes for an excellent thrifting video when you find some great stuff at awesome prices! So many fabulous pieces you found! I’m jelly 😊❤ can’t wait to see what you do with everything! 👍🏻

[@robinalexander8429]

actually, not ALL the mcm chars had skirts on them, the tweed looking very linear chair is probably without a skirt, U had a herculon sofa that was my grandmother, had very straight lines and no skirt.. I am 62 so I would say the chair is probably late 50's or early 60's. I also got tickled with Neimans camerawork, he got a little distracted by the guy in the red shirt sitting in the chair behind Lauren

[@joannecupid6638]

Lauren, you are so lucky, In Melbourne Australia, our thrift stores done have these types of furniture, normally they don’t have any . God I wish I could get the stuff you get for your prices ,

[@rosaking8488]

Wow! Y’all hit the jackpot! Can’t wait to see what you do to transform them. 👍🏻

[@LavenderDaisies]

What a haul. I probably wouldn’t paint the table with the sliding leaves. It just seems like the paint could really get worn pretty fast in the areas the wood slides against each other. I agree with someone who suggested a light paint wash for a coastal vibe. I’d be in on that. The chairs are BEAUTIFUL! Coffee table is fantastic, and I loved the tall dresser too. You two are so cute to watch together. Watching you two work so harmoniously putting furniture in and out of the truck was something really cute to watch. It is obvious you two are really good friends and co-workers along with being boyfriend and girlfriend.

[@wendyt23]

That was an amazing haul! Great video. Can’t wait to see what you do with them.

[@brendabarber]

Thank you for sharing your trip with us I learned a lot about thrift store.

[@wideawake6501]

Sooo funny neiman, camera work class 😂

[@suefriesen1161]

Looking forward to see everything once you are ready to sell everything

[@christineneuschwander146]

The tweed chair caught my attention. My grandmother had one almost identical (then my Mom had it for a while, then an Aunt... I believe a 65yr old cousin has it now). The low armrests was the key draw for us all with that chair. (Been keeping my eyes open for one when at the thrift stores, but nothing yet here in Central MN.) When knitting or crocheting, newer chairs with higher armrest tend to become an obstacle and create an uncomfortable experience; while the lower armrests allow for a much more enjoyable time allowing more to be accomplished. Thank you both for ALL your videos and helpful knowledge.

[@marjoriejohnson4559]

I have seen so much good furniture at thrift stores, cheap, but nowhere to put them. Except small tables and lamps. I bought my niece 2 quality rockers for her classroom(special ed. teacher) You have some really good thrift stores in your area. Great tips.😊

[@kathydoran6176]

You could always take a class on reupholstering furniture.

[@MissDickens]

Bonus tip, have a wonderfully sweet, helpful, fun and patient helper. ❤❤❤ Your husband is all that and cute too!

[@sunflowervalley4145]

The rip(s) in the velvet chair can be fixed by using fabric glue and appliqués.

[@pattio.656]

Amazing Haul!!

[@pcsd3104]

The creeper guy was weird! Glad you made a huge haul!

[@roanhirst1066]

Farrow and ball colour Arsenic would look great for the cane chairs and table, and polish the brass to mirror finish. Awesome find!

[@tammylier4919]

Great finds! I think navy blue would be pretty on the table and chairs. But I know it will be beautiful no matter what you decide! I love watching your projects!

[@tararamos3887]

You should be able to sew the chair making it look like a pleat.

[@lisavaniderstine6212]

I think you should keep the cane chairs for yourself. You deserve nice pieces .

[@calgal8915]

The cane set is so 70’s, I think it would be pretty in a creamy color.

[@Heideberry]

My Dad built our cabin bed, desks, shelves. Cupboards. He built his own loft conversion and dropped the mini bathroom in the loft down so there is enough head room to use the sink and toilet.

[@DiamondDustAndVerdigris]

That coffee table looks like it's part of the Lane Acclaim line! If it's genuine, it could be worth quite a bit!

[@jademorgan999]

I was hoping you guys would keep the table and chairs set because wicker in great condition and they look more comfortable than regular hard wood chairs

[@vickileonardson9130]

good call on dining table!!!

[@aileenjacques9771]

Love that leather chair. Perfect for desk chair.

[@christinechin1909]

There is a beautiful coherence to all the pieces you bought 😊

[@johnspoentgen9489]

Excellent video as always. Keep it up!

[@bonitahobbs2374]

Great healthy fun exercise, moving all around, staying busy, # the extra bonus to your fun thrifting, re-doing n selling!!!

[@paularicciuto6985]

Yes, Gurl don’t forget your labour as well❤❤❤

[@CHrisPetE056]

I love all your finds. I like watching you shopping together. ❤❤❤can’t wait to see the flips

[@beverlyherring6595]

That is a great game table. Recommend you restore it. Keep the comfy damaged chair for yourself. Great haul.

[@user-dx9ss1oj2m]

The gold at the bottom of the table protects it from being damaged by the metal rollers on the chairs. Polish up the wheels and the trim and keep it.

[@vshewett4333]

Cane chairs & table in sun room at air B&B

[@dorothytackett9943]

Lots of great deals. Can't wait till you finish the B&B and start making $$$$ on it. Looking forward to all the flips. So glad you have gone back to doing them.

[@williamtaylor2412]

LOVE THIS

[@ConnieAcree]

On velvet furniture that is damaged, what about doing a patch of a different color and making arm covers of the same color so it matches. I love watching your videos and love the way you flip furniture. You do a beautiful job. Keep up the good work. God bless.

[@cv5200]

Great haul! So many good deals...and the dining set, 😍

[@angelasaunders9424]

So fun going thrifting with you guys.(Lauren you are looking great!)

[@hotflippinmess9178]

Love!!!

[@Heideberry]

My Dad is a carpenter and kitchen and bathroom fitter. He made my sister and I a dolls house, a windy house and a farm set over different yrs for Xmas presents. He put carpet, wallpaper and lighting in our dolls house. We sold it at a car boot sale when we grew out of those. He's a talented clever guy. He designed them all himself.

[@sandyprather9133]

FABULOUS haul!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@pamowston1152]

Bet you're glad you Cleaned out the garage 😂

[@krcl8812]

Furniture can have wood veneer on top and solid wood underneath, and still be labeled solid wood.

[@auntiegemini]

I inherited my house from my parents. It's full of golden oak cabinets and I haven't ever tried painting cabinets like these before. The scope of it is really intimidating.

[@angelanieuwenhuis6344]

Love the new word...takeoffable. I am so going to use that. I just love you two, such great personalities ❤️

[@Jan-2020]

Hey Neiman, Great idea about the warehouse storage.