Used Drafting Table

Are you an artist, engineer, designer or architect in need of a drafting table but cannot afford one at the present time? Well, not to worry. You can rent or purchase a used drafting table for your home or office.

Hoppers Office & drafting Furniture has a number of used drafting tables which you can purchase. Priced at $350 and up, these tables have either been pre-owned or rented. The models available are Alvin, Mayline, Plan Hold, Hamilton, Safco, Mutoh and Martin Universal.

Another method to find an inexpensive used drafting table is to go onto craigslist. There are many used drafting tables for $200.00 and under, and all are in excellent condition. In addition, using craigslist affords you the opportunity to search nationwide and worldwide for the drafting table of your choice.

The third way you can find a used drafting table is to go to ebay. You will be sure to find a good price by either the "buy it now" method, or bidding on the table. Also check out ebay.ca, where there are more drafting tables you can buy at auction as well.

You may also want to check your local newspapers to in the buy/sell section to ascertain if anyone is selling a used drafting table. Or, you can place an ad in your newspaper under "wanted to buy."

Check your local office supply stores. Many of their furniture pieces are on display for months. This can be the opportunity to purchase a drafting table at a bargain price. In fact, it may even be worth a trip to go to an artist’s store or check with architectural firms to determine if they are replacing their furniture with newer models. You can make an offer on a drafting table using this method as well.

There are even forums online wherein people are always looking for used drafting tables. Here is one such forum at wetcanvas where a discussion on where to find a used drafting table is ongoing.

Whether you check the online sources given here or your local newspapers and office supply stores, you are bound to find a used drafting table utilizing any of the suggestions offered. If you have a friend or family member who works at a firm where they use drafting tables, you may want to inquire if they have any excess tables they may want to replace.

Note, however, that your best bet is craigslist.com. Researching for a used drafting table will take you to this site more often than not. Ensure that your communication with the seller involves notifying you of any defects, cracks, or other flaws the table may have. Ask for additional pictures if necessary as well as a contact number. Payment should always be made via money order or cashier’s check.