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The Sun
04-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Sun
Make your tiny hallway look stylish & bigger than it actually is with £15 Morrisons buy – but you'll have to be quick
IF you're looking for an affordable way to revamp your hallway, Morrisons has just the thing. Shoppers can nab a stylish decor buy without breaking the budget, but you'll want to be quick. The furniture piece is currently on sale at a reduced price from the popular supermarket. A shopper shared the deal in the Facebook group Extreme Couponing and Home Bargains UK. Bargain buy The Wankast Wall Unit Koopman Cabinet Large is available for just £15 from Morrisons. However, the sale signage prompted customers to act fast, reminding them "when it's gone, it's gone". The minimalist shelving unit can be used to display everything from houseplants to ornaments. Interior design approved Interiors experts at Lahart Carpentry explained the benefits of adding wall units in your space. They pointed out that built-in shelves can help to utilise vertical space. "To maximise space efficiency, incorporating built-in shelves that use vertical space is a smart design choice," the pros said. "Maximising storage is essential in smaller rooms, and vertical shelving allows for more items to be stored without taking up valuable floor space." As well as helping to boost your storage, wall units can also give the illusion of a bigger space. I wanted a panelled room but wasn't going to spend loads so risked it & bought £36 strips from Temu - I saved a fortune "Creating height with built-in shelves draws the eye upwards, making the room appear larger and more spacious," the experts explained. "Functional elegance can be achieved by incorporating built-ins that not only serve a practical purpose but also enhance the overall aesthetic of the room. "By strategically incorporating vertical built-ins, one can create a room that not only looks bigger but also functions more efficiently." More interior design tips A viral interior design trend could be making your home look "cheap", according to one expert. Plus, the B&M and Primark buys one homeowner used to transform their balcony. Dunelm's top interior design trends for 2025 Maximalism Maximalism is about unleashing your creativity and bringing joy to everything around you, day in and day out. Bold pattern combinations of florals, checks and geometrics set the tone with a bright joyous colour palette that holds everything together. Don't mistake Maximalism for having loads of stuff, it's about mixing and matching florals, layering key pieces and storytelling throughout your home, and ultimately doing things your own way. Dunelm's new collaboration with Sophie Robinson is all about that. Minimaluxe The interiors world has witnessed the evolution of "minimalism" into a richer, more luxurious iteration. The goal is quiet luxury - simplicity with a sense of sophistication. Minimaluxe focuses on creating spaces that are pared down yet warm, elegant, and inviting. Gloriously tactile textures, in a palette of warm neutrals, with hints of caramel and gold, complete the look. Introducing softer forms and round edges to avoid a space feeling overly stark The Edit Built on the philosophy that having fewer thoughtfully designed and well-made things helps us leave a lighter imprint on the earth. Interior design is shifting to be inspired by the natural world, and all its perfect imperfections. Take Dunelm's The Edited Life collection, it focuses on natural materials like wicker, jute and linens - as well as décor pieces and hand-thrown pottery vessels that feature forms dictated by the artisan's mark. Soft relaxed fabric textures mixed with uneven wood grains help bring this neutral, look together. New Nouveau Blending 19th century inspired maximalism with a contemporary colour palette this collection takes inspiration from the ornamental art form from the Nouveau era. Rich and luxurious, blending a little bit of history with a more modern aesthetic you can mix and layer into your home. Stylised Lily motifs adorn sumptuous textiles and wallpapers mixed with marbling & stained glass vintage style lighting for a vintage inspired look, with a modern twist. Another DIY enthusiast transformed her council house by creating her own storage units on a budget. One homeowner gave their kitchen a DIY makeover using a budget buy from Shein. And two new parents used savvy steps to create a fancy looking nursery. Another woman received mixed reactions after giving her hallway a makeover. Homebase buy can also be used to level up your bedroom. 2
The Sun
21-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Dunelm is selling a cheap garden essential at just 31p each – it's perfect for jazzing up your outdoor dining table
SAVVY shoppers have been making the most of outdoor entertaining with the help of one penny-pinching dining product. Fans of al fresco eating have been singing the praises of a handy accessory that looks great - and is as cheap as chips. Dunelm 's Foil Charger Plate comes in two shades - charcoal and gold - and has been reduced to 31p from £1.25. The superstore explained about the product: "Ideal to place under your dining plates, this round foil charger plate is perfect for occasional dining to decorate your dining table setting and is available in a range of colours." Customers have described the plates as 'great quality' and a 'fantastic price'. The hand wash only items are a staple for any outdoor brunch or dinner occasion and measure 33cm (13"). One happy shopper wrote online: "A nice way to dress a table. Keeps the heat away from the wooden table." A second agreed: "Fab charger plates, have them in different colours, great way to dress a table." "Good inexpensive way to add a touch of class to your table," commended a third. Garden lovers have been rushing to the homeware and furniture retailer to pick up another stunning accessory. An arched window wall mirror, costing £30, has gained rave 5 star reviews. The sale piece comes in four colours including Ashley Blue and sage and can be hung up inside as well. Dunelm garden furniture deals Shoppers can click and collect the item for free from their nearest store stocking it, or home delivery costs from £3.95. It's not the first time in recent months shoppers have rushed to buy a product at Dunelm. One managed to pick up a Bromley Lamp Table for £6.90 marked down from £69. Another bagged a stylish bar stool marked down to £19.90 from £200. 2 How to bag a bargain SUN Savers Editor Lana Clements explains how to find a cut-price item and bag a bargain… Sign up to loyalty schemes of the brands that you regularly shop with. Big names regularly offer discounts or special lower prices for members, among other perks. Sales are when you can pick up a real steal. Retailers usually have periodic promotions that tie into payday at the end of the month or Bank Holiday weekends, so keep a lookout and shop when these deals are on. Sign up to mailing lists and you'll also be first to know of special offers. It can be worth following retailers on social media too. When buying online, always do a search for money off codes or vouchers that you can use and are just two sites that round up promotions by retailer. Scanner apps are useful to have on your phone. app has a scanner that you can use to compare prices on branded items when out shopping. Bargain hunters can also use B&M's scanner in the app to find discounts in-store before staff have marked them out. And always check if you can get cashback before paying which in effect means you'll get some of your money back or a discount on the item. .
