Ideas For Responsible Furniture Disposal In Singapore

In Singapore, living space is a luxury so if you have bulky furniture that is taking up too much of your personal space, it is time to get rid of them. However, you need to be responsible for the disposal and ensure it does not inconvenience or endanger the lives of your neighbours (there are cases of fires brought about by improper disposal at corridors. Here are some easy ways for responsible furniture disposal in Singapore – sell, donate and simply get rid of any bulky items you no longer want.

1. Town Councils & Management

Folks who stay in public housing have it easy.

Singapore town council offers free disposal for up to three bulky items per month, not including built-in pieces or furniture that need to be dismantled. Private property owners need to check with their management. Alternative, you can check in with Shalom Movers for a fee.

2. Junk To Clear

If your home is cluttered with stuff that cannot be donated or sold, contact Junk To Clear. This waste management and bulky waste removal company will take care of all your disposal need in just a call. They also help you manage a range of common home issues such as termite-infested furniture, hoarding problems, junk strewn outside landed homes and more.

3. Hock Siong & Co

Founded by two ex-karung guni, the family specialise in restoring old Chinese-style and classic furniture and homeware, like wardrobes, sideboards, chairs, tables vases and crockery. If you are in possession of any traditional items that are still in pretty good condition, give them a call. They like to do bulk purchases hence this is a perfect service if you are moving house or upgrading your space.

4. Second Charm

Second Charm strives to give unwanted retro furniture a new lease of life by transforming them. The refurbished furniture are then re-sold for a profit. The team is selective about what they take, they are only interested in items with vintage value and command the potential to be remade into a stylish piece of furniture. You will receive the appropriate value for your items, depending on their condition.

5. Cash Converters

The most direct way of cashing out on your old furniture is by selling them to cash converters located around the island. If you are unable to bring bulky items down to their stores, you can also request for a house call. Before doing that, you should check their website for the range of items they accept and do not accept.

6. Pass-It-On

Pass-It -On is started by the Central Singapore Community Development Council and managed by a welfare organization, The Helping Hand. Their site matches items that people want to donate to the wish lists of the needy. You can simply post a picture of what you want to give away (bulky furniture, electrical goods, mobility aids etc) together with a short description of it on the website and wait for someone to accept your donation.

Social workers from numerous voluntary welfare organisations are active participants on the website and will post requests for items that families under their charge need. They do not have storage space, so your item goes directly to the needy. You can deliver it to them, or pay a fee for it to be picked up from your home.

7. New2U Thrift Shop

Singapore Council of Women’s Organisations (SCWO) volunteers manage this thrift shop which accepts clothes, books, toys, bags and other items. The sales proceeds go towards supporting Star Shelter – a temporary refuge for women and children who are victims of violence as well as to other SCWO initiatives. To donate, indicate “Donation for New2U” on your giveaway bags and drop them off at the thrift shop.

8. Sgfreecycle

To give away your items for free, just post the item in a chat box on the website and check if someone looking for your donation. Once there is a match, the deal is completed. Most givers and receivers will communicate and make arrangements through the Facebook page, where you can upload photos of your item.

We hope the article shed some light on whom you can go to for furniture and unwanted items disposal in Singapore. Have fun spring cleaning your space!