Keep Austin Beautiful Day: Shop Sustainably at IREP Resale’s Parking Lot Sale!

Aslan Hollier • April 2, 2025

Celebrate Susta inability in Austin, TX

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Austin is a city that thrives on creativity, community, and environmental responsibility. On April 12, 2025, we’re bringing all three together for Keep Austin Beautiful Day—a city-wide volunteer event to clean up parks, streets, and neighborhoods. After giving back to the city in the morning, head over to IREP Resale’s Parking Lot Sale, where you can score incredible deals on secondhand furniture and household items while supporting sustainability from 12 PM - 5 PM!

By shopping resale, you’re keeping perfectly good items out of landfills, reducing waste, and giving pre-loved pieces a new home. Plus, this event features a Signature Scent Showdown from Edgewater Candles ATX, 35% off all products for voting,  and refreshing drinks to keep the good vibes going from 2 PM - 5 PM.

Join us in making Austin cleaner and greener—one volunteer effort and one upcycled couch at a time!

Why Keep Austin Beautiful Day Matters

Keep Austin Beautiful Day is an annual tradition where thousands of volunteers unite to remove litter and beautify our city. Last year alone, volunteers collected over 20,000 pounds of trash! When we clean up our community, we protect wildlife, keep waterways safe, and ensure that Austin remains the vibrant city we love.


You can sign up to volunteer here: Keep Austin Beautiful Day.


But sustainability isn’t just about trash pickup—it’s about reducing waste year-round. That’s why IREP Resale is excited to offer quality, affordable secondhand furniture at our Parking Lot Sale. Instead of buying new, why not find a one-of-a-kind, budget-friendly treasure?


The Parking Lot Sale: Sustainable Shopping at Its Best

At IREP Resale, we believe that great furniture shouldn’t cost a fortune—or the planet. Our Parking Lot Sale features an ever-changing selection of deeply discounted secondhand furniture and home goods, including:


  • Couches, chairs, and tables – Perfect for upgrading your space sustainably.
  • Dressers and storage solutions – Organize with style while reducing waste.
  • Household décor and essentials – Unique finds to personalize your home.



Whether you’re furnishing a new apartment, upgrading your living room, or simply love a good deal, this is the perfect opportunity to shop guilt-free while supporting local sustainability efforts.

Benefits of Buying Secondhand Furniture

  • Reduces landfill waste – Each year, Americans throw away 12 million tons of furniture.
  • Cuts down on carbon emissions – Manufacturing new furniture contributes to deforestation and pollution.
  • Saves money – High-quality, gently used furniture at a fraction of the cost.
  • Adds unique character to your space – Find one-of-a-kind, vintage, or designer pieces.

Sustainable Candle Showdown: Edgewater Candles ATX

We’re turning up the heat with a Signature Scent Showdown featuring Edgewater Candles ATX! This local company creates hand-poured, eco-friendly candles made from sustainable materials. You’ll get to experience their best scents and even vote for your favorite candle, then receive 35% off ALL products.


Why choose sustainable candles?


  • Soy-based and clean-burning – No toxic chemicals in your home.
  • Recycled and reusable containers – Less waste, more style.
  • Locally made – Supporting small businesses in Austin.



Come cast your vote and take home an earth-friendly candle that smells as good as it is for the planet!

IREP Junk Removal: Keeping Austin Green

Sustainability doesn’t stop at resale shopping. IREP Junk Removal plays a crucial role in keeping usable items out of landfills and promoting a circular economy. Our team ensures that unwanted furniture, appliances, and other materials are either recycled, donated, or resold, rather than dumped in a landfill.


Through our junk removal services, we help businesses, homeowners, and apartment complexes declutter responsibly while giving back to the community. By choosing IREP, you’re not just removing junk—you’re making a difference.


We’re also proud to announce that IREP Junk Removal has won the Beautify Texas Business Industry Award! Our team will be accepting this prestigious award at the Keep Texas Beautiful Conference in May. During the event, we’ll meet with political officials at the Texas State Capitol to discuss the future of sustainability in our state.


IREP is committed to driving eco-friendly waste solutions and advocating for policies that keep Texas clean and green for generations to come!

Make a Day of It: Volunteer + Shop + Sip

Want to make the most of Keep Austin Beautiful Day? Here’s your game plan:


  1. Volunteer in the morning – Help clean up your favorite Austin spot.
  2. Stop by IREP Resale – Browse deeply discounted secondhand furniture.
  3. Join the Candle Showdown – Vote for your favorite sustainable scent.
  4. Enjoy a refreshing drink – Relax and celebrate your eco-friendly efforts with Cocktails by Cass!


By spending the day volunteering and shopping secondhand, you’re making a real impact on Austin’s sustainability efforts while scoring amazing deals.

Visit IREP Resale for the Best Secondhand Furniture in Austin

At IREP Resale, we’re more than just a thrift store—we’re Austin’s home for sustainable living. From furniture and décor to hard-to-recycle drop-offs, we’re here to make eco-friendly choices easy and affordable.


🔹 Location: 7601 South Congress Ave #550A, Austin, TX
🔹 Hours: Monday – Saturday, 11 AM – 6 PM
🔹 Contact: (737) 228-0067
🔹 Website: irepresale.com


Don’t miss out on our Keep Austin Beautiful Day Parking Lot Sale—volunteer, shop, and celebrate sustainability all in one day.


See you at IREP Resale on April 12, 2025, from 12 PM - 5 PM!


RSVP at https://lp.irepresale.com/parking-lot-sale and get a downloadable PDF of recycling tips!

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