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Jimi Solid Rubberwood Bar Bench La Redoute

This definitely has echoes of Ercol and it’s a great spacesaver as well as a versatile piece that can be used in kitchens, halls and even bedrooms so it’s worth the investment. Rubberwood is regarded as eco-friendly as it harvested when it no longer produces latex meaning it would otherwise be burned so it’s given a useful life. It’s also more affordable as it’s regarded as a by-product.
Madotto Rug La Redoute

Checks are very definitely the shape of the moment but they are also a classic so whether you buy now because it’s fashionable or because you have always loved them, you will never go wrong with this rug (which is also in the colour of the moment – terracotta, red ochre or paprika depending on what you read). I have it under my kitchen table and it pops up on Instagram regularly. It’s made from recycled polyester and, as such, is fine for outside as well.
Wall mounted ladder drying rack Not on the High Street

I have a very unattractive small metal one of these fixed to the shelf between my boiler and washing machine and it’s completely invaluable. It’s used not only for drying things in winter, but for keeping damp tea towels out of the way and even pulled out as a shelf for the clean folded laundry to sit on. It comes in two sizes and there is a choice of natural wood or white painted. If you’re trying not to use your tumble drier as much then you need one of these.
The one-legged stool Wearth London

I have said, many times, how a stool is one of the most useful pieces of furniture you can buy - seating, side table, plant stand – for any room in the house – bedroom, sitting room or bathroom – and this, which is made in Berkshire, from sustainably sourced ash, is a brilliant example. The top is flat – to allow it to function as both seat and table, and the hand-dyed leg is optional but a great way to tie in a neutral piece to your current décor.
Do Less Harm ON THE BLOG...

This is a directory of companies that are genuinely trying to Do Less Harm. It’s probably not in the format that it will end up in but it’s a start. I wanted you to see what companies are doing to reduce their harmful impact on the planet so that you, when you shop, will know what questions to ask and can base your purchasing decisions, not just on the colour and size of the new item you want, but also perhaps on what will happen to the old one if they take it away or what packaging it will arrive in.
Ambi Wooden Stool tall Nkuku

You will never go wrong spending money on a good wooden stool. Tall ones can double up as plant and lamp stands and short ones as bedside or side tables. This is made from sustainable mango wood and while it looks perfect au naturel you could also paint it again and again as the mood takes you. Perfect for the renter who is trying to build up a collection of furniture that will work in any house no matter what its size or ownership.
SPIN STOOL Connox

This is a beauty. Made from mango wood it’s gently curving shape is simple but stylish and it’s one of the most versatile pieces of furniture you can buy. Use it as a side table in the sitting room, a bedside table or an extra stool it’s worth the investment as it’s one of those pieces of furniture that will be useful your whole life whatever the size of your home. It’s made from 100% FSC-certified mango wood and, if you buy from this link is 100 per cent climate neutral shipping
BOBO ARMCHAIR Made

Curves and the so-called fat furniture is having a moment and there’s no doubt that in a room full of rectangles and straight lines, it’s a great way to soften a space. The question is how to make it look cool and classic rather than just part of a passing fad. The answer is to cover the whole chair in velvet (recycled since you ask) so it’s not just the cushions and the back but the legs and arms as well. For a contemporary look (if you don’t have small children) buy the cream boucle, for a more long-term look pick the navy. I’d like one of each.
Solidus bedside table La Redoute

This is a much more modern look from La Redoute and is made from sustainable Suar wood which is similar to teak but has a stronger grain. It’s 52cm high and 30cm square. If you like lots of storage but fear losing things in the deep dark recesses of drawers this could be the one for you. It also comes in a natural finish and is perfect for stacking books current and future, notebooks, handcream and lipsalve as well as a glass of water and the charging station. It’s a way of being very organised and very tidy in a minimal and attractive way.
Handpainted school chair Rockett St George

I remember writing about these chairs years ago on the blog and I still love them now. These vintage school chairs have been reconditioned and updated to fit a more modern kitchen (or a traditional one come to that). Various colours available this is the new way to do mismatched – same shape different colours.
Pink & clear recycled glass vase Graham & Green

One of the best treats I bought was a monthly flower subscription and this tapered vase with its pink handle is the perfect partner for them. Use it for water when the flowers aren’t there too. One of those simple things that will bring pleasure every time you see it on the shelf or in the middle of the table.