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| fixtures and fittings, finding items to decorate it can | | | | antique furniture bargains to be had. Use the time |
| sometimes be a really challenging task. So, where do | | | | chatting to identify some aspect of the piece that isn't |
| you find real antique furniture bargains? | | | | quite right (even if you love it and have to have it!). |
| Some of the best places are markets and reputable | | | | Walk away a couple of times (but no more), and the |
| stalls. This is where most of your great buys will come | | | | prospect of losing a sale will sink in. Be polite though. |
| from. Not only is it a fun day out, but dealing with the | | | | Knowing what you want in terms of a deal is one way |
| sellers in person can yield great results. You do need | | | | to make sure you pay less. If you find a decent |
| to do a little research. Remember, the people selling to | | | | market, there will be hundreds of stalls, and you'll find |
| you have done their research already, so if you can | | | | variations of what you're looking for. This will help you |
| confidently say that you have found similar antique | | | | play one off against the other, and virtually ensure you |
| furniture bargains online, and you are aware of the | | | | antique furniture bargains. |
| price, you are ahead of the game when it comes to | | | | The other way is to use eBay. This might seem silly, |
| haggling. | | | | when you take into account the cost of delivery, but |
| Haggling should come naturally. Engage the seller in | | | | using a delivery auction website can help cut that right |
| conversation and immediately they are warmer to you. | | | | back and offer a world of antique furniture bargains. |