Welcome to Thrift Market!
Just at the outskirts of downtown, Landrum sits a little treasure of a store. Judy Matheis and Patricia Rountree got together with a common dream of an antique and consignment store. Many years ago the building was the town's grocery store and the street it sits on is the old Main Street. The other buildings involved with the company are also part of Landrum's rich history. Next to them, the old mill has been renovated into a business, helping to breathe new life into this almost forgotten area of town.
The
owners Judy and Patricia search far and wide for their unique inventory. All three of the their
buildings are packed with items spanning over many years. From place
settings to furniture to art, you are sure to find something to take home and enjoy for many years to come. Several of their items have
a story that goes along with them.
Long story short, if you are looking for a unique find for your home and you are anywhere near Landrum, it is worth your while to take the road less traveled to The Thrift Market to spend a few hours browsing through their buildings. Your are sure to be delighted and amazed at not only their merchandise, but their pricing as well.
Landrum downtown
While
many small cities have lost their traditional downtowns as a result of
commercial strip and suburban development, the City of Landrum has held on
to and strengthened its traditional downtown center through careful and
deliberate city planning.
Caring for your antiques
During your spring cleaning, don’t forget to think about your antiques. We’ll give you six tips to help you care for your antique furniture.
6 tips to care for antiques
- Use paste wax
- Don’t use aerosol sprays
- Use coasters
- Clean liquid spills
- Draw the drapes
- Don’t ignore relative humidity