Buying new furniture is a lot of fun! And eco friendly furniture is quickly becoming the new trend.

Once you make a purchase of new furniture, most often, the next step is to dispose of your old items. Here are a few ideas for being eco conscious during this process. There are many options available.

• You can donate the items to places like Goodwill or a local women’s shelter.
• Hand it down to a family member or friend that is just starting out with their first home or apartment.
• And don’t forget about furniture resale shops.

Your old items are sure to find a second wind with a new owner; there are several ways spruce up those items; reupholstering, new paint, a slipcover, and much more. So, double up on your eco decisions and please consider recycling before you put your items out at the curb.