Know the grade before you buy

Used Teknion Leverage Workstations, Graded A, B and C

Pre-owned Teknion Leverage comes in a range of conditions. Understanding what each grade looks like on panels, worksurfaces and storage helps you pay for condition only where it counts.

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Teknion Leverage is a panel-based workstation system you will find in many corporate offices, and pre-owned Leverage gives you that commercial build at a fraction of new pricing. When you shop for used Teknion Leverage, the most important number on the quote after price is the condition grade. This page explains what those grades look like in practice, so you can read a quote with confidence and inspect a delivery against it.

How the grading scale works

Office Station uses three condition grades for pre-owned furniture. Grades describe appearance and wear. They are not a substitute for confirming that each station is complete and structurally sound, which every grade should be.

  • A, like new. Close to showroom appearance. You would need to look carefully to find wear.
  • B, very good. Light wear consistent with careful office use, generally not noticeable at normal viewing distance.
  • C, good. Visible wear that does not affect function. Priced for spaces where budget outranks appearance.

What each grade looks like, component by component

Wear shows up differently on each part of a workstation. Use this table as a practical reference when you compare stations or check a delivery.

ComponentGrade AGrade BGrade C
Fabric panels and tilesClean, even color, no pillingMinor fading or light pillingNoticeable fading, spots or wear lines
WorksurfacesNo visible scratchesLight surface scratchesScratches, small edge chips
Edge bandingTight and intactIntact with minor scuffsScuffed or small nicks, still attached
Painted metal and trimNo chipsSmall, isolated touch-ups or chipsSeveral chips or scuffs
Storage and pedestalsSmooth operation, clean frontsSmooth operation, light marksFunctional, with visible marks

These are general descriptions to guide your expectations. If a particular detail matters to you, such as fabric color consistency across a whole run, say so when you request a quote.

Quote Leverage by Grade

Grade, tier and price

Grades apply to pre-owned inventory. Separately, you choose a tier that reflects how much work goes into a station before it ships. Office Station's furniture-only prices for a 6'x6' workstation are below. They exclude electrical, delivery and professional installation, and a Leverage quote will depend on configuration and stock.

Tier6'x6' priceLead time
Liquidation-grade$615As little as 72 hours in stock
Remanufactured$1,245Usually 7-14 days
New$1,9204-6 weeks

Average market rate Prices subject to availability and project pricing.

Volume pricing is 5% off at 20 or more stations, 8% at 50 or more and 12% at 100 or more. Installation is $95 per workstation with a $495 minimum.

Mixing grades on one floor

You rarely need grade A everywhere. A common approach is to map your floor into zones and assign a grade to each.

  1. Visible zones. Areas near entrances, conference rooms and client paths get grade A or remanufactured stations.
  2. Everyday zones. General team areas get grade B, which most employees will not distinguish from A.
  3. Utility zones. Training rooms, overflow seating and back-office work get grade C.

Keep each run a single grade where possible. Wear differences are easiest to spot when a grade A panel sits right beside a grade C one. Free space planning can help you draw those zones before you order. If your headcount is likely to grow, consider buying a few extra stations of the everyday grade now, since matching a specific grade and finish later depends on what inventory is available at that time.

Delivery-day inspection checklist

Run through this list as stations arrive, before installation is underway, so any issue is caught while it is easy to fix.

  • Station count matches the quote, by grade.
  • Each station has its panels, connectors, supports and worksurfaces per the itemized list.
  • Panel heights match your plan.
  • Fabric and laminate condition matches the stated grade.
  • No damage from transit, especially on worksurface corners and edge banding.
  • Drawers open and close smoothly, and you know whether keys are included.
  • Power components are present as quoted, with electrical work scheduled with a licensed electrician.

Delivery and freight

In Greater Phoenix, delivery is $195 for central zones and $295 for the wider metro. Elsewhere nationwide, freight is quoted per project. If you are in the Phoenix area, see the local used cubicles in Phoenix page for details on ordering there.

Warranty and expectations

Office Station sells pre-owned Teknion as an independent reseller, not as an authorized dealer. Manufacturer warranties generally do not transfer to pre-owned furniture. That is exactly why clear grading, itemized lists and a careful delivery check are worth the few extra minutes.

Talk Through Your Grade Mix

Looking for more than workstations? Browse pre-owned office furniture and pre-owned office chairs, or if you are clearing out an existing Leverage install, learn how office furniture liquidation can turn it into a written net offer. Questions? Email hello@officestation.com.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between grade A, B and C?

Grade A is like new, grade B is very good and grade C is good. The difference is cosmetic: how much wear shows on fabric, laminate, edges and paint. Every grade should still be structurally sound and functional.

Is Office Station a Teknion dealer?

No. Office Station is an independent reseller of pre-owned furniture, not an authorized Teknion dealer. Manufacturer warranties generally do not transfer to pre-owned furniture.

How is remanufactured different from a grade?

A grade describes the condition of a pre-owned piece as it is. Remanufactured stations have been refreshed before sale and are priced separately, at $1,245 for a furniture-only 6x6 workstation versus $615 for liquidation-grade.

Can I mix grades in one order?

Yes, and it is often the best value. Many buyers put grade A or B stations in visible areas and grade C stations in back-office or training space. Ask for the grade to be noted per station on your itemized quote.

How soon can used Leverage stations be installed?

Liquidation-grade stations in stock can be ready in as little as 72 hours, and remanufactured stations usually take 7 to 14 days. Installation is $95 per workstation with a $495 minimum.

Average market rate Prices subject to availability and project pricing.

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