The Best Furniture Finds at Round Top — A Buyer's Guide
The Best Furniture Finds at Round Top — A Buyer's Guide
Furniture is why most people come to Round Top. Whether you're furnishing an entire house, looking for a single statement piece, or hunting for flip-worthy project furniture, the show corridor has it all — at every price point.
Where to Shop by Price Point
Budget-Friendly ($50–$500)
The fields of Warrenton are where budget shoppers thrive. Excess I, Excess 2, and the open-air tent shows along Highway 237 have:
- Vintage tables and chairs that need refinishing
- Painted furniture ready to go
- Industrial metal pieces — shelving, carts, lockers
- Rustic farmhouse finds — ladders, benches, wooden crates
The Compound is another excellent budget-friendly option, especially for architectural and industrial pieces.
Pro tip from pickers: "The less curated the venue, the better your prices." The beautiful Instagram-ready booths come with Instagram-ready prices.
Mid-Range ($500–$5,000)
This is the sweet spot at Round Top. At this price point you're getting quality pieces with character:
- The Arbors — European and American furniture from 120+ dealers
- Blue Hills — French country tables, Italian console tables, Scandinavian case goods
- Marburger Farm — 350+ dealers with extensive furniture selection
- Bader Ranch — Fine European antiques, Veranda Magazine's #1 pick
High-End ($5,000+)
For serious collectors and designer projects:
- Blue Hills — 18th-century French armoires, antique tapestries ($8,900–$29,000), museum-quality European pieces
- The Arbors — Curated dealers specializing in period furniture
- Marburger Farm — High-end Americana and European antiques
What Furniture to Look For
What's Always Available
- Tables — Dining tables, farm tables, console tables, side tables, cocktail tables
- Seating — Vintage chairs, settees, benches, stools (French bistro chairs are always popular)
- Storage — Armoires, dressers, chests, cabinets, bookcases, sideboards
- Lighting — Chandeliers, floor lamps, table lamps, sconces, pendant lights
What Sells Fast
- Vintage rattan and wicker — Extremely popular right now
- French country pieces — Always in demand
- Mid-century modern — Consistently sells quickly
- Anything in original paint — Collectors pay a premium for untouched finishes
- Large-scale pieces — Statement armoires, farm tables, and oversized mirrors go fast
What the Flippers Buy
For the furniture flipping community, Round Top is sourcing heaven:
- Solid wood pieces in need of refinishing
- Dressers and side tables with good bones
- Hardware — vintage pulls, knobs, hinges
- Chairs needing reupholstery (buy the frame, add your own fabric)
Furniture Shipping
Don't let the size of a piece stop you from buying. Several shipping vendors operate along the corridor and specialize in furniture:
- They'll pick up from multiple venues
- Blanket-wrap everything for protection
- Consolidate into one shipment
- Ship anywhere in the country
Cost guidance: Expect $200–$800 for shipping depending on size and distance. Ask for quotes before you buy — factor it into the total cost of the piece.
Negotiation Tips for Furniture
- "What's your best price?" — Start here. It's expected.
- Cash discount — Many vendors will take 10-15% off for cash
- Bundle purchases — Buy multiple pieces from one vendor and ask for a package deal
- End of show — Vendors don't want to pack and ship unsold inventory home. The last 2 days of the show are prime negotiation time.
- Be respectful — These vendors are often the owners and creators. Lowballing is bad form.
Browse furniture vendors on Round Top Finder, or explore the interactive map to plan your route.
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Browse all venues on the interactive map or download the Round Top Finder app to plan your trip.