The short version
- Typical range: £15 – £70
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Tools & DIY
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used wallpaper steamer is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for wallpaper steamers, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £70 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £59 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £45 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £31 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £17 | Not working or incomplete, sold as seen |
These are the five grades WishThrift listings use, and sellers set the grade themselves — see what each condition grade means. Figures are shown in pounds as a reference point. On WishThrift prices display in your own currency, and sellers set their own asking price.
What raises the value of a wallpaper steamer
- Working elements that reach steam quickly
- Intact hoses with no splits
- Complete with plate and any attachments
- Recognised brands
What lowers it
- Split or perished hoses, a scald risk
- Limescale-blocked elements
- Leaking tanks and seals
- Missing steam plates
How to work out what yours is worth
- Fill and run it, checking steam output and any leaks
- Inspect the hose along its full length
- Descale the tank before selling
Once you have those three answers you can place your own wallpaper steamer on the table above with reasonable confidence. If it sits between two rows, price it toward the lower one — items priced honestly sell faster than items priced hopefully.
Ready to sell it? Listing on WishThrift is free, there is no commission, and you keep the full amount you agree with the buyer — see how selling works or create a free account.
Frequently asked questions
Are wallpaper steamers worth selling?
For modest sums, and they sell quickly because most people need one only once.
What is the main safety check?
The hose. A split hose releases steam under pressure and is a scald risk, so inspect its full length.
Does limescale matter?
Yes, it blocks the element and slows steam production. Descale before selling and say that you have.
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