November 20, 2009
Getting Kitchenware on the Cheap
If you ever want to move out of the house, you will need to buy dishes eventually. Check out this post if you are looking to not spend a bundle on something that you almost have to buy.
Stores that buy salvage have great deals on dishes. Even department stores often have sales on discontinued lines.
Never buy dishes from stores that specialize in dishes. Go to those hardware stores that almost never have any selection because when they need to clear out the stale inventory, you get crazy savings.
Many people go to ceramic classes, and they are a good place to make your own dishes. You paid already, so why not make something useful for yourself and your family.
Yard sales are a great place to find dishes. While the electric cookware might be super dirty and require scrubbing, the dishes are easy to clean and make new again.
One warning though. Never buy dishes with cracks obviously so check diligently to see if there are any chips. One small imperfection can lead to a broken dish very quickly.
If budget is really tight, then don’t buy dishes in every size. You can always do without the small dishes by using the bigger ones.
Never go to warehouses like Costco or Sam’s Club for dishes because they are usually sold in bulk. While the per unit cost might be low, you almost never need that many unless you have parties often.
The fastest way to find glitches in dishes is to run your finger around it. For glasses, the bottom and mouth of the glass is especially important.
Don’t pass up thrift stores specializing in clothing or sundry household products. These can be one of the best places to look for bargains when it comes to shopping for used dishes since few people would expect to find them there.
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Filed under Personal Finance by Jessica Hayton

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