Buying items secondhand online, at flea markets, or thrift stores can be a fun way to get unique and discounted pieces for your home. However, not all items withstand the test of time and are better bought new. Martha Stewart, the definitive expert on all things kitchen decor, told us the items she would never buy secondhand and those that she would.
Martha is a huge fan of a shortcut (just look at her 'Don't Do It Yourself' campaign with Pure Leaf Tea!), but she doesn't recommend taking a secondhand shortcut with these items. For the best quality and performance, she recommends buying the following items new, with a few notable exceptions.
