Heading off to uni but no idea what to bring? Don’t panic. We’ve put together our top ten tips to get you organised for the new term. Full of student furniture essentials at purse-friendly prices, you’ll be ready to go in no time.
1. DOUBLE UP THE DUVET
Always go for a double duvet and bedding set – second and third year houses usually have double beds, so it stops you buying twice. Plus, a double duvet makes a single bed cosier for those mornings after the night before.
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2. MAKE IT HOMELY
Over winter, it can get very cold in university accommodation. Additional cushions and blankets will keep you cosy and give your bedroom that home away from home feel.
SHOP SOFT FURNISHINGS »3. SLEEP NOW, STUDY LATER
You’ll need a good bed to get you through those early lectures and inevitable hangovers. Enter the Atlanta – a cool, contemporary style at a student friendly price.
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4. LOAD UP THE LAUNDRY
You’ll probably have to travel to a laundry room, so a portable laundry bag or basket will come in very useful. Even if you are taking it home…
SHOP BASKETS »5. WORK FROM HOME
A ladder desk is perfect for those tiny student rooms you’ll probably encounter. Saving on space, this student desk also has handy shelves for all your bits and bobs.
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6. SEE THE LIGHT
A desk lamp with an adjustable head will allow you to focus on the task in hand and is sure to see you get through those all nighters.
SHOP TABLE LAMPS »7. TAKE A SEAT
A desk chair is a must – find a super comfy one with a padded seat to give you that extra motivation to sit down and crack on with your work.
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8. INVITE EVERYONE ROUND
Hosting pre-drinks? Make sure everyone has a seat with our foldable Macadam chairs. Simply fold away when not in use.
SHOP CHAIRS »9. BE A BOOKWORM
You’ll need somewhere to store all those books that will pile up over the years. That’s where Jessie comes in – our space-saving, super stylish bookcase.
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10. GET SPACE-SAVING SAVVY
Doubling up as a dining table, desk, dressing table or impromptu bar area, the Drew will see you through any uni occasion. Plus, it folds up flat making it ideal for smaller spaces.
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