Sue Ryder Care says aged furniture is now the fifth annual bestseller in its shops, beaten only by womenswear and accessories, bric-a-brac and books. This year, 33 per cent of the charity's store turnover was generated through the sale of furniture and bric-a-brac.
(Old) sofa, so good for charity's shops
A CHAIN of charity shops has seen its furniture sales soar as customers seek out older, more traditional items.