Furniture flipping made simple
Furniture flipping means buying low, upgrading fast, and selling higher.
This guide helps you start, stay safe, and earn real profit.
Keep it clean. Keep it repeatable.
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Jump to: Pick your lane · Find pieces that sell fast · Clean, fix, and make it safe · Price with a simple profit rule · Photos, titles, and fast replies · Delivery and handoff
Pick your lane and time budget
Your lane is your weekly plan.
Pick one lane for 30 days.
Lane picker
- Weekend lane: 1 flip per week.
- After-work lane: 2 flips per week.
- Daily lane: 3–5 flips per week.
Start smaller than you want.
Consistency beats big goals.
Use a simple rule: buy Monday, fix Tuesday, list Wednesday.
Find pieces that sell fast
Fast sellers are common shapes in clean styles.
They also fit in normal cars and small trucks.
Great starter flips
- Nightstands and end tables.
- Dressers with solid drawers.
- Entry tables and console tables.
- Simple dining chairs in sets.
Skip these early
- Water damage that feels soft.
- Loose veneer on big areas.
- Anything that wobbles badly.
- Heavy repairs that need power saw cuts.
Need a sourcing plan?
Use the “find inventory” guide.
Clean, fix, and make it safe
Buyers pay more for pieces that feel solid.
Safety also protects your reviews.
- Clean first, then inspect.
- Tighten joints and rails.
- Fix drawer slides and stops.
- Sand sharp edges lightly.
- Replace missing screws and feet.
Safety strip
- Old paint dust can be risky.
- Pre-1978 paint can contain lead.
- Work with airflow and a good mask.
- Keep kids and pets away from dust.
- Oily rags can start fires.
- Store rags in a sealed metal can.
- Anchor tall pieces after delivery.
Keep your work area clean every day.
Price with a simple profit rule
Price is where most flippers lose money.
Use one rule and stick to it.
The simple profit rule
Price = costs + (hours × your hourly goal) + profit.
Costs include buy price, supplies, and delivery.
Your hourly goal can start at $25.
Your profit can start at $50.
Want help with price ranges?
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Photos, titles, and fast replies
Your listing is your sales page.
Make it easy to trust you.
Listing checklist
- 1 hero photo in bright light.
- 4–7 photos total.
- 1 close photo of any flaw.
- Width, depth, height in inches.
- Material and finish listed.
- Pickup plan and delivery option.
- Reply within one hour if possible.
Title formula: piece + key upgrade + finish.
Example: “Flipped dresser with new pulls and matte top coat”.
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Delivery and handoff that feels pro
Delivery can double your close rate.
It can also kill profit if you guess.
Pro handoff rules
- Confirm doorway fit before you drive.
- Bring blankets and straps.
- Protect corners and feet.
- Show the buyer the drawers and doors.
- Ask for a review right then.
Write down miles and time for every delivery.
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People also ask
How do I start flipping furniture?
Pick one lane, buy one piece, and follow the checklist.
Is flipping furniture profitable?
Yes, if you track costs, time, and net profit.
What furniture flips best?
Nightstands, dressers, and small tables often sell the fastest.
Where do I sell flips?
Start with the channels where buyers already shop near you.
Next steps
Need inventory ideas and sources?
Read the find inventory guide.
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