Where to Find an Affordable Farmhouse Table for Your Apartment

A good table is a must-have for your apartment. Whether you want one to use as a show-stopping centerpiece to impress your guests or simply for everyday use to eat your meals, a table can say a lot about you and your style.

But, long gone are the days where a plain piece of glass on top of some legs sufficed as a stylish table. Trends like reclaimed wood and matte concrete are making their way to the forefront of the apartment styling guide. Many people are straying away from the ultra-modern look of the “big white box" trend. Painting everything white and having only white furniture with some grey added in can be very boring.

Farmhouse rules

For those of you who want to add some character and charm to your kitchen or dining room, a farmhouse table is going to do the trick. Not only are most of them created to seat more people than the average table, but they're incredibly beautiful to look at. A farmhouse table will bring warmth and style to your home.

But, where can you find them? And, how can you find them at an affordable price? Because these kinds of tables are so sturdy and usually hand-crafted, it can be difficult to get your hands an affordable one. And we all love an affordable find.

But, like anything else regarding your apartment needs, we're here to help you score big. There are a few different ways to go about looking for an affordable farmhouse table. If you spend some time researching around and following our guide, you're likely to find the perfect farmhouse table for your apartment.

1. Internet search engines

According to Statista, 47 percent of global shoppers in 2018 preferred buying on internet marketplaces. And the biggest reason for that was competitive pricing. This might be a basic reminder to some people, but the internet is here to make your life easier and help you save money.

Whether you prefer Google, Bing or Yahoo (and so on), use your favorite internet search engine to browse around the internet for farmhouse tables. Some websites, like Overstock and Wayfair, are likely to pop up during your furniture search. These websites might shock you with how affordable their pricing is.

You might just assume that using Google will only lead you to new and expensive items, but this is just not the case. You can find all sorts of affordable options by clicking around to different websites. Save some of your searches and compare the costs of each to help narrow down your favorites.

2. Facebook Marketplace

An option you may not know about is called “Facebook marketplace." It's similar to eBay. “Marketplace sales account for 52 percent of global online retail sales," says the Internet Retailer Online Marketplace Database. And Retail Dive contends that “online marketplace revenues will double by 2022."

With so many online users, this means that there's a big chance that you'll find a farmhouse table at one of these online marketplaces. All you have to do is visit the Facebook marketplace website and type in the item you're looking to buy. Items will pop up in your search results that match closely to what you are looking for.

You can use Facebook marketplace on your computer and on your phone if you download the Facebook app. It's a good way to find a table locally. Items ranging from new to used are sold on marketplace, making it a good way to find an affordable farmhouse table. Remember to check back regularly because new items are added daily!

3. OfferUp

Similar to Facebook marketplace is an app called OfferUp. It's an application that's downloadable to your mobile device. Once downloaded, you'll be able to type in your zip code and search for a farmhouse table. The sellers have profiles similar to any other website/application, and previous customers can leave reviews so that you're able to verify any particular seller.

OfferUp is a good choice to use because many people are selling things that have been lightly used and they just simply don't want anymore. So, it's very possible to find a farmhouse table at an affordable price on this application. And, more likely than not, it will be local.

4. Garage sales

Garage or estate sales are a great way to improve your chances of finding an affordable farmhouse table. Use the internet or your local newspaper to look around for anyone having sales nearby.

You never know what you're going to find at one of these sales, so if you haven't found the table you're looking for, this would be a great option to consider. And, most importantly, these sales are usually extremely affordable.

5. DIY

If you're handy or just looking for a weekend activity, you might want to consider a farmhouse table DIY summer project. The best thing about this is that you can create whatever you want — type of wood, color, style, size, etc. Although it isn't an easy task to take on, you might enjoy creating it for yourself.

And it's no surprise that making your own table would save you a lot of money. There are a bunch of different internet tutorials to guide you through the process if you decide to take on this challenge.

Do some digging to find the perfect farmhouse table

You might have to visit a bunch of stores and browse numerous websites or search engines to find an affordable farmhouse table for your apartment. But in the end, it will be worth it.

Try a few of the places listed above and if all else fails, remember you can always DIY! If you have a farmhouse table, let us know where you found it in the comments below.

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