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What happens to furniture items with no buyer at IKEA Second Life?

Learn how IKEA handles used furniture items through the Second Life service if no new buyer can be found.

No, used furniture items are first inspected again and offered for resale in the IKEA Second Life shop.
The goal is to give as many furniture items as possible a new home and a longer life.

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THE RETURN?

After you return your furniture item:
✓ it is inspected again
✓ labelled as “IKEA Second Life”
✓ offered for resale in the Second Life shop
This shows that the furniture item has already been used before.

WHAT HAPPENS IF NO BUYER IS FOUND?

If no buyer can be found after inspection and resale attempts, IKEA takes care of the appropriate recycling and material recovery.
The materials are disposed of or recycled in the best possible way.

IMPORTANT TO KNOW

The goal of IKEA Second Life is to help save resources and extend the lifespan of furniture items.
You can also find more information under Services - Second Life.
 

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