What Not To Sell at a Garage Sale Part Twoby Nicole Humphrey | More from this Blogger 18 Apr 2007 10:36 PM "One man's trash, is another man's treasure", does not always hold true, when preparing for a garage sale. It is important to keep in mind, safety and damage and what it can mean for others. Here are several more items that need to meet safety standards to be sold. Walkers Enough said. Just don't sell them. They are against the law. Period. If they have wheels, they are a huge safety risk and should be destroyed. Children have wheeled themselves right down stairs, amongst other things. If it is a stationary "walker" like an excersaucer, sell away! Those are great and usually sell very well. Be sure all pieces are working, no damage and that you show the customer how to use it. Strollers The rule on strollers is that they must have a safety lap belt, that is firmly attached to the seat. If it is loose or removed, it is not a good idea to try and sell the item. In addition, strollers manufactured before 1985 do not meet current safety guidelines. If you meet all standards, and you can sell the item, please be sure that wheels are not damaged and are securely attached, as well as all other parts in working order, etc. Playpens Easy. If your playpen mesh is the mosquito type netting, it is safe and meets safety standards. If it has wholes bigger than this - it no longer meets the standards and should be considered dangerous and destroyed. After baby items, these are next in line as being unsafe or needing to meet safety standards before sale. Bicycle Helmets Please do not sell a damaged bicycle helmet or one with any pieces missing. These are lifesavers and not having them working properly can destroy a life. Protective Sports Gear The same thing goes with sports gear. They have to be in proper working order in order to protect properly. If something is missing a part, a strap or damaged, throw it away, do not sell it. Toys With Broken Pieces Can be a choking hazard. Please just toss and do not attempt to sell. Please see What Not To Sell at a Garage Sale Part One for several more items that should not be sold or need to meet safety standards. Related Articles: Garage Sale Season Has Arrived Garage Sales: How And Where To Find Them Why Should I Have A Garage Sale? Collecting Items For a Garage Sale Organizing Items For a Garage Sale Pricing Items At A Garage Sale Garage Sales: Frugal Ways to Clean Up Your Stuff What Not To Sell at a Garage Sale Part One What Not To Sell at a Garage Sale Part Two Learn more about Nicole Humphrey  Nicole Humphrey is a freelance writer, consultant for CTMH and a Sr. Blogger for families.com. She resides in St. Charles, Missouri with Mike and their five children and two furbabies. Relevantfrugal tags User Comments No comments on this article yet. Be the first to comment! Community Tags garage sales, items, selling, what not to sell, yard sales Discuss this article
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