Collection: Secondhand Oak Furniture in Copenhagen

Biophi lists used oak furniture from Copenhagen’s best vintage and second-hand shops online—browse the selection, reserve and pick up in-store, or have it delivered.

Dust with a slightly damp cloth and re-treat with furniture oil atleast once a year to preserve the wood's glow and protect the surface against stains.

Extendable round oak dining tables are particularly sought-after, as they can be adapted from everyday use to occasional parties — paired with matching oak dining chairs.

Yes—reusing solid oak furniture is among the most sustainable choices you can make, as the wood is already part of a high-quality piece of furniture, avoiding the resource consumption associated with new production.

Oak is one of the heaviest and most compression-resistant wood types used in furniture making—significantly more durable than pine, beech, or veneer. Over the decades, its color naturally deepens into a rich golden patina that cannot be replicated in new wood. Most older pieces are finished with either oil or lacquer: oiled surfaces can be refinished periodically, whereas lacquered finishes are more durable but harder to repair locally. Always check for cracks at the joints and examine the type of finish when buying second-hand.