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Move over Oak: Walnut and White High Gloss furniture is where it's at!

2012-04-26T17:39:00.000+01:00

It's true to say that oak furniture has real staying power and is still very popular in British homes. If you fancy a wood finish with a modern twist you can't go far wrong with the latest trend, walnut and white high gloss.

It's this season's big thing and the Madilena bedroom furniture range sums up the trend perfectly:

Effortlessly contemporary, the Madilena walnut and high gloss bedroom range is all you could want. Supremely stylish, this range of furniture will help give your bedroom a relaxed look.

And for downstairs, the Marlo collection is a beautiful addition:

With its expert use of materials, the Marlo Solid Walnut Collection really does stand apart from the mass of furniture available. By offering a fresh combination of solid walnut and crisp white accents a truly modern range is created. This series of products succeeds in being contemporary and streamlined while retaining a homely feel.

Have you won our latest £1000 free prize draw?

2012-03-07T15:48:00.000Z

If you haven't checked your emails lately, now is a good time to do it.

One lucky person who subscribed to our email newsletter via our homepage (www.furniture123.co.uk) has just been emailed with the good news... they have won £1000 worth of furniture courtesy of Furniture 123!

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Introducing Furniture123's Spring Collection

2012-03-02T14:15:00.001Z

Our carefully selected SPRING COLLECTION offers some inspiring pieces to transform your home - a great way to reward yourself after some Spring cleaning.

To celebrate, we are offering 5% OFF with code MAR171* UNTIL 9PM MONDAY!

We’d also like to introduce our sister company, MOBILITY PRODUCTS 123, who offer a wide range of mobility equipment, products and services. Find adjustable beds in a variety of sizes at Mobility Products 123. There’s also an impressive selection of scooters and wheelchairs available.

(*Please enter MAR171 when prompted at the checkout to save 5% on any order. Offer ends 9pm 05/03/12. Please note only one discount code may be used per order.)

Great reductions on Bentley Designs furniture

2012-02-22T13:51:00.008Z

Visit Furniture123 today and take a look at what Bentley Designs have to offer. And now all prices are reduced, creating a stylish new look for your home has never been so easy or affordable!

Bentley Designs: capturing the very best of the latest market trends to create designs for better living. The Bentley Designs Cuba range is bold and modern and available in Oak or Acacia. Visit our website to see more: http://furniture123.co.uk/search-results/cuba

The ever popular Lyon range by Bentley Design offers something for everyone. This beautifully elegant range is available in Walnut or Oak here: http://furniture123.co.uk/search-results/lyon.

Mid-Century retro cool doesn't get any cooler than this: the Bentley Designs Orbit range is out of this world! Get your own piece of retro chic here: http://furniture123.co.uk/search-results/orbit

Established in 1988, Bentley Designs is now one of the leading suppliers of quality furniture in the UK and Ireland. Bentley's skilled team of designers and engineers create inspirational designs that meet the ever-evolving demands of their customers. Their manufacturing plants employ the most up-to-date machinery ensuring extremely high standards of quality and workmanship.

Bentley's dedication to uncompromising quality and distinctive design produces stylish pieces of furniture that are always on-trend. Every piece combines the highest standards of craftsmanship with attention to detail, using an array of different materials to produce designs rich in individual character. With Bentley Designs you'll find some of the most unique dining and bedroom ranges around with a comprehensive selection of designs, finishes and sizes perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, offices and dining rooms of any taste.

Happy Friday! Celebrate with 5% off at Furniture123!

2012-02-17T11:35:00.003Z

Browse our carefully selected Winter Collection, and find yourself some stylish new furniture. We’re also offering 5% OFF with code FEB471 UNTIL 9PM MONDAY! We offer FREE DELIVERY on every order, and over 3,000 items with FREE NEXT DAY DELIVERY.

Happy shopping!

High end styling without the high end price tag

2012-02-07T11:29:00.007Z

The fabulous Brisco Walnut Desk has it all. Rich walnut veneers, retro modernist styling, plenty of storage space AND it is reduced from £260.98 to £94.98 (including delivery), while stocks last. Visit our website for more details... furniture123.co.uk/Brisco-Walnut-Desk.

The beautiful Brisco Walnut Desk is perfect for a study, home office or small office space, and at £94.98 (including delivery) it won't blow the budget.

Why not push the modernist styling angle and pair this desk with a Miller White Executive Chair (available here) to create a full on 'Mad Men' retro look.

The two large stationery drawers and large contained work space will help you to stay organised.

2 cable tidy ports in the corners also mean the end of messy wires.

This contemporary desk is finished with rich brown walnut veneers with an additional clear lacquer for the perfect finishing touch.

If you're tired of cold metal and glass desks and fancy something grander in your office, the Brisco Walnut Desk could be just the thing for you. But hurry, at just £94.98 (including delivery) they won't be in stock long!

On Trend: Modular Furniture

2012-01-16T10:37:00.005Z

Tailored to modern lifestyles, modular furniture is versatile and space-saving. This furniture trend is perfect for our ever-changing, fast-paced lives and is equally ideal for homes short on room or with plenty of carpet to fill. Plus, if you're searching for a visual statement, modular designs are just the ticket. This flexible furniture trend is comprised of separate building blocks that really come to life when stacked on top of, underneath or next to each other to create new storage solutions that maximum and economise your space. The wealth of choice and options is endless! So why not take a side table, bookcase and drawers to create an entertainment unit. Armchairs and ottomans can be placed together to produce modular corner sofas. Workstations can be created from shelving and desks that provide optimum comfort by adapting to the user. Modules work well as room dividers, whether separating space in a kitchen-diner or in offices to partition workspaces. This furniture trend is especially suitable for children and teenagers' bedrooms, as kids modular furniture accommodates to their growth and needs. If you're moving house, upsizing or downsizing, modular furniture can adapt to your new floor space. Best of all, these pieces are designed to match your requirements, making them personal and ergonomic. Customised furniture doesn't have to be expensive, it has never been so affordable...and easy! See below for a selection of our favourite modular pieces at Furniture 123.

On Trend: Autumnal Purples

2011-10-05T16:36:00.110+01:00

Fed up of grey skies? Us too. Just because the nights are closing in though, it doesn't mean your home needs to get any duller. Distract yourself from the weather with our fabulous, timely range of on-trend purple furniture. Add splashes of rich colour to your décor with autumnal plums, raspberries, mauves, violets, aubergines, damsons and lilacs. Whether a bold chair print or tasteful accent to a chest of drawers, we've got the lot here at Furniture 123. Purple is sure to banish those dreaded winter blues so treat yourself to one of our cosy range of furnishings - summer's not the only season that deserves a bit of colour! You don't even have to step outside buy our products. Plus, don't forget that delivery is included in all our prices, so say goodbye to nasty surprises at the checkout!

Have You Tried Our...Storage Solutions?

2011-08-18T10:03:00.065+01:00

If you're surrounded by more clutter than space, consider our huge range of storage solutions. They come in all shapes and sizes but have one purpose in common; to solve your storage woes. Ottoman footstools and beds lift up to reveal an area to keep homeless items such as spare blankets, pillows and throws. Under bed drawers are ideal for students and kids to stash away nick-nacks in small bedrooms. Coffee tables with sliding tops and drawers store magazines and TV guides that cause messy living rooms. Wall-mounted furniture frees up floorspace while allowing you to display your favourite ornaments. Plus, we all know hallways can be cramped and busy, so when you're in a rush, our selection of shoe cabinets will mean you'll always know where your favourite pair are hidden. If you invest in the pieces below, there will be nothing left without its own little haven!

New in: TV Beds

2011-07-05T15:03:00.040+01:00

Are you one of those who can't fall asleep without their favourite TV show on in the background? If so, then check out our brand new range of beds with a specially designed hidden TV section at the foot. If you're a sucker for luxury, these pieces of furniture are the perfect treat. TV beds are ideal for lazy mornings when it's warmer inside than out. Plus, for your convenience, a selection of these beds are available with an included mattress to make it less of a hassle to buy your ideal bed package.

On Trend: Coastal Furniture

2011-06-27T12:36:00.090+01:00

Looking for an imaginative yet cohesive theme for your décor? Coastal style furniture could be the perfect look for you. This trend centres around easy, breezy pieces that will refresh your home without you having to step outside! Think of relaxing days by the sea brought to life through simple, practical designs. Key features include striped upholstery, weaving, baskets, blue and red accents on faded, distressed woods and white wash finishes. Why not add a nautical look to children's bedrooms or revamp your garden? You'll find a broad range of coastal furniture at our online store, so if the selection below doesn't float your boat, there's plenty more fish in the sea...

On Trend: 'Mad Men' Mid-Century Inspired Furniture

2011-06-21T10:57:00.081+01:00

Inspired by the hit TV series 'Mad Men', this nostalgic furniture trend draws influence from the 50s and 60s, when modernism was fresh and exciting. Key retro pieces include the classic Eames lounger, woven-back chairs, low Knolls sideboards plus boxy sofas for receptions and living rooms. Think of the minimal, clean lines of the later episodes and focus on darker woods with splashes of colour. If you're after a more romantic look, invest in a button-tufted headboard à la Betty Draper. Why not make your office more like Don Draper's...minus the drinks cabinets and wooden wall panelling! No matter who your favourite character is, there's a piece of Mad Men furniture at our online store to bring them to life. Plus, you don't have to move an inch; Furniture 123 products are all delivered to your doorstep without you having to leave the comfort of your own home.

On Trend: French Reproduction Furniture

2011-06-13T09:36:00.103+01:00

French reproduction furniture is a major trend for 2011. Classic, romantic and full of character, this look revolves around distressed finishes, drop handles, intricate Rococo detailing and carved legs. Key pieces include armoires, bedroom chairs, chaise longues and beds with high, regal headboards. Ideal for creating a calming ambiance, French inspired furniture works especially well in the bedroom. If you're feeling bold and after the ultimate bourgeoisie aesthetic, try black painted items enhanced with gold detail, or stick with timeless off-white tones for more understated décors. Channel the taste of King Louis and go all out with this ornate furniture trend. With over 18,000 products available to buy at Furniture 123, if a bit of French vintage doesn't tickle your fancy then we have plenty more trends just a click away.

On Trend: Metallic Furniture

2011-06-02T10:17:00.096+01:00

Polished and pristine, this metallic furniture trend is perfect for anyone wanting to add a modern, urban look to their home. The clean, shiny appeal of metal and chrome furniture continues to be popular in design. Easy staple pieces include coffee tables and dining tables. Metal, aluminium, steel and chrome finishes look striking combined with glass, white and black. Metal tones also work as a versatile, neutral base for colour. Be adventurous and place metallic chairs in the conservatory and garden, more practical than you would expect with this easy-to-care for material. If you're feeling less daring, add accent pieces such as mirrors and lamps to your living room and bedroom. This streamlined furniture trend makes for an affordable way to revamp your décor. We have metallic furniture to suit all price brackets, with hundreds available in your home the next day!

On Trend: Eastern Inspired Furniture

2011-05-31T16:12:00.131+01:00

Influenced by traditional Indian and oriental design, this Asian furniture trend is ideal for adding an exotic touch to your home. Whether you are looking for zen-like calm or enticing drama, one of our broad range of items inspired by the East will fit the bill. Think sleek, minimal silhouettes made from earthy, natural Bamboo for Japanese furniture. Invest in low platform beds as a focal point for your bedroom and futons as a staple piece for your guest room or living room. If you are enticed by Chinese furniture, search for bold lacquered colours and ornate, intricate designs. For an Indian style, base your revamp around rustic tones and detailed carving. Add floral rugs and ornaments to complete all looks. This trend doesn't allow for clutter so treat your home to a spring clean and bring some serenity into your décor. See below for a brief picking of our on-trend items. We have over 100 new products added to our site each week, so keep checking Furniture 123, your perfect piece of Asian style furniture is waiting for you!

On Trend: Grey Furniture

2011-05-20T12:33:00.129+01:00

Black has competition. Grey is the new neutral of choice, whether in elephant or pewter tones it is never boring! It works strikingly well as an alternative, modern base to ground bold colour. Add a feminine touch with warm accents or a masculine edge with cooler blue tones. Grey can be dressed up or down and looks the height of sophistication with high gloss finishes. This shade will not overwhelm your décor and is surprisingly well suited to upholstery. Here at Furniture 123 we have grey pieces to suit every room. So put your misconceptions aside and browse below for just a small section of what we have to offer online. Don't forget, home delivery is included in all prices!

On Trend: High Gloss Furniture

2011-04-28T11:17:00.099+01:00

Versatile and full of va-va-voom, high gloss furniture could be the perfect style for your home. More adaptable than you would think, high gloss works with all colour schemes with its light-reflecting, smooth space-enhancing appeal. Not only that, it revamps any room in the house and looks good enough to eat! See below to feast your eyes on the huge breadth of products we offer online. Or check our site for over one thousand pieces of high gloss furniture.

Like what you see? These items could be in your home in a matter of days!

Our latest £1000 Winner has now been drawn!

2011-03-18T16:44:00.001Z

If you haven't checked your emails lately, now is a good time to do it.

One lucky person who subscribed to our email newsletter via our homepage (http://www.furniture123.co.uk) has just been emailed with the good news... they have won £1000 worth of furniture courtesy of Furniture 123!

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The Prize Draw is now closed!

2011-03-04T12:37:00.002Z

We'll be choosing a winner for our prize draw shortly, so keep an eye on your inbox in case you're the lucky winner of £1000 worth of free furniture!

You can enter our next prize draw here

Only 4 Days Left to Enter Our Free Prize Draw!

2011-02-24T09:48:00.002Z

We'll choose the winner of our Free Prize Draw on 28th February, so if you'd like the chance to get your hands on £1000 worth of free furniture, you'd better enter soon!

Prize Draw - We Have a Winner!

2010-12-09T16:08:00.003Z

Our superb free Prize Draw is so easy to enter - simply sign up for our mailing list here and you could be in with a chance of winning £1000 worth of furniture!

Our last winner, Marlene from Hertfordshire, was “absolutely delighted” when she heard she’d won at the start of September. She told us “We are absolutely delighted and cannot believe our luck since Furniture123 had exactly what we had been looking for!”

All Things Bold, Bright and Cheerful from Furniture 123

2010-10-27T14:36:00.022+01:00

Give your home a striking new look, or simply cheer up that drab décor with our colourful home furnishings collection. With furniture for your living room, dining room, bedroom and childrens room, there’s no excuse for a dull atmosphere so embrace all things bold, bright and cheerful with us. Save the usual wash of neutral shades for your wall colour, and make your furniture the focal point to create a dramatic look with impact.

Minnie White Midsleeper Bed with Pink Tent

The Minnie children’s bed range is a colourful collection sure to spark your little one’s imagination. Available with free Next Day Delivery, it is crafted from Scandinavian pine with a versatile white wash finish. You can save space with this multifunctional kids’ bed frame as it has a den beneath the bed providing a colourful play area. Bed time never looked so fun!

Multi TV Unit in White Lacquer

With luxe glossy finishes, the Multi TV Unit in White Lacquer will inject some sleek contemporary style into any home. Its bright colourful drawer inlays are fully interchangeable, so you can assemble this TV unit with lime, deep red, black or white drawer inlays. Mounted on castors for ease of movement, this contemporary piece of living room furniture uses sleek white and clean lines to subtley frame its statement drawer fronts.

Hatherley High Gloss 6 Piece Bedroom Set in White and Pink

The Hatherley high gloss bedroom furniture collection is available in a versatile palette of nature inspired colours to cater to your individual taste. This extensive range includes pieces of all sizes, so there’s something for everyone. This lively contemporary furniture collection is sure to transform your home with its sleek finishes and crisp clean lines.

Dansville 3 Seater Futon in Blue

The Dansville 3 Seater Futon in Blue is a great place to start if you are looking to convert your living room or bedroom into a place of complete luxury. This super wide 3 seater sofa has space for you to stretch out and will accommodate plenty of friends. This sofa eliminates the need for a guest bed as it easily folds down into a small double bed - handy for overnight guests.

This sofa bed is available in blue, chocolate or latte upholstery to complement a range of décors. The streamlined silhouette is free from fuss and has an effortlessly cosmopolitan aesthetic that is accentuated by the modern tubular legs.

Malaya Mango Oval Dining Set with Leather Chairs

The Malaya Mango range encompasses effortlessly simple practicality with rugged good looks to provide furniture that is both functional and stunning. Made from solid and veneered mango wood with a deep walnut colour and bees wax finish, the pieces in this range will make a bold statement in any room without detracting from its overall décor. The striking red leather dining chairs add the perfect finishing touch.

Established in 1999, Furniture 123 is the UK’s most experienced online furniture retailer offering a fantastic selection of items for every room in the house, as well as the garden, all accessible from the comfort of home. All products sold on Furniture123.co.uk come with free delivery to mainland UK, including over 1000 items with next day delivery. A 10 working day money-back guarantee ensures that customers are able to receive a full refund if they change their mind about their purchase.

Indulge in some Retro Classics from Furniture 123

2010-09-30T15:02:00.009+01:00

Amongst the hustle and bustle of life today, we have a comforting reminder of the best bits of bygone eras on hand to ease those modern life blues. Our new living room furniture and dining room furniture possesses the essence of retro style, with modern functionality, elegance, and timeless suitability in mind. Everything is available to purchase now in our online store.

Marlo Walnut 2 Door Sideboard
Part of the extensive Marlo Walnut living and dining room furniture range, this 70s inspired sideboard has a casual, quiet look and refined lines. Pieces from this collection are made from solid walnut, accented beautifully by crisp white doors, table tops and upholstery. Metal ring handles provide a classic vintage finishing touch.

Chalta Rectangular Dining Set with Tan Chairs
Every social butterfly needs a place to entertain in style, and hosting dinner parties in the New Year will be all the more enjoyable with a stunning dining set like this. The Chalta range lends an extravagant air to proceedings, so you’d better make sure your food and guests do it justice! This six seater set is available with black or tan chairs, and centres around an innovative table design. Gently curved legs and sleek glass and suede surfaces give these pieces tactile appeal with a sense of adventure.

Isy Mirror
The Isy collection features some sleek pieces to transform a tired hallway into a welcoming, refreshing space. The range is made up of coat stands, shoe cabinets and matching mirrors. Available in charcoal or walnut with fresh white accents, it has the light, stylised look of 60s furniture, brought bang up to date with modern, refined lines. Pieces from the Isy range will help regain control over the clutter that tends to accumulate in the well used and often overlooked entrance to all homes.

Iota Storage Coffee Table
A must have for every disco diva, this chrome embellished oval-shaped beauty is packed with features - it houses two stools and a handy drawer. The cylindrical stools have upholstered tops, and nestle happily in the concaves of the table’s curvaceous body. The sleek oval glass top will provide an effortlessly smooth stage for all you need close at hand when enjoying some me-time.

Established in 1999, Furniture 123 (http://www.furniture123.co.uk) is the UK’s most experienced online furniture retailer offering a fantastic selection of items for every room in the house, as well as the garden, all accessible from the comfort of home. All products sold on Furniture123.co.uk come with free delivery to mainland UK, including over 1,900 items with free next day delivery. A 10 working day money-back guarantee ensures that customers are able to receive a full refund if they change their mind about their purchase.

Our latest £1000 winner has now been drawn!

2010-09-07T10:16:00.004+01:00

If you haven't checked your email lately, now is a good time to do it.

One lucky person who subscribed to our email newsletter via our homepage (http://www.furniture123.co.uk) has just been emailed with the good news... they have won £1000 worth of furniture courtesy of Furniture 123!

Is it you? There's only one way to find out...

Bring Some Eco Luxury to Your Home with Furniture 123

2010-05-04T14:06:00.008+01:00

The new Soko Bamboo range at Furniture 123 offers the best of both worlds. Not only is this range undeniably stylish, with a choice of two delicious finishes, aptly named caramel and chocolate, and an Orient inspired boutique look; it is also undoubtedly ethical. These 11 stunning pieces of ‘Eco-Luxury’ furniture are produced by a carbon neutral supplier and made from the world’s most sustainable plant: bamboo. They feature low VOC paint finishes and use water based lacquers. So now you really can help save the Earth, one piece of furniture at a time.

Soko Bamboo Vanity Set
Shown here in chocolate, this stunning vanity set comprises a large dressing table with two drawers and even larger mirror that can be hung in portrait (as above) or landscape orientation. The refined lines of these classic looking pieces are accentuated by the bevelled corner and subtle ribbed details on the drawer fronts, which draw their inspiration from the Far East.

Soko Bamboo Bedroom Set
If you want to bring some Boutique hotel chic to your bedroom the Soko Bamboo Bedroom Sets (available in 3 and 4 pieces) are the perfect place to start. The stunningly tall Soko Bamboo Headboard, shown here in caramel, with it’s sunrise motif and ivory leather pads will instantly update a tired divan bed. The bedside table is equally tall and elegant. Then choose from a wardrobe (as shown above) or a dressing table with mirror.

Soko Bamboo 4 Drawer Chest
This striking chest is available in caramel, as shown, or chocolate. The graduated ribbing on the front of the 4 drawers contrasts with the sleek silhouette, while the natural bamboo material lends a warm, organic feel to the piece. This is the perfect way to bring some Eastern luxury into your bedroom.