Shoppers said this ‘super comfy’ sofa was a ‘real bargain’ compared to other offers online
Many Dunelm shoppers are keen to make the most of the ongoing warm weather with a welcoming garden to relax in. With this in mind, the homeware store is offering customers quick delivery when ordering one of its best-selling garden sets online.
Shoppers say its Rattan Sofa Lounger Set is a “real bargain”, “stylish” and “ideal for small spaces”. It includes a three-seater sofa with a coffee table and an optional footstool that could be used for your feet or double up as a fourth seat.
It comes in a natural shade with white cushions or a grey with darker cushions. Both sets cost the same amount of £329, which several customers say is ‘cheap’ compared to other retailers.
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Measuring just under 190cm long, the ‘spacious’ 3-seater sofa is “the perfect balance of comfort and functionality”, according to Dunelm. The website adds: “The rattan design brings a modern and cohesive look to your garden, blending seamlessly with various styles of decor.”
It continues: “Ideal for lounging in the sun or entertaining guests, the thick, supportive cushions ensure maximum comfort, while the table’s tempered glass top adds a polished finish.” More praise came in the review section as Dunelm customers shared their thoughts on the set, which you can read through below.
There are lots of garden furniture offers available elsewhere, though – just in time for the 27C ‘mini heatwave’ that experts claim is just days away. There are deals at The Range with this 5-Piece Sofa Set, discounted from £399.99 to £349.99, and this Alexandria Natural 3 Seater Rattan Wicker Outdoor Corner Sofa for £249.99 at Homebase, down from £349.99.
In the reviews of Dunelm’s Rattan Sofa Lounger Set, one said: “Great outdoor sofa. It’s not too big and fits in the space lovely. Super comfy cushions and the footrest can be in any of the three positions. Great value for money.”
Another added: “It’s just perfect for my small garden. My son put it together, and it was all straightforward.” A third wrote: “Super stylish sofa set. I’ve bought two of these now. Excellent value and quality, easy to assemble. I would recommend.”
There were a few unhappy shoppers though. One claimed: “The furniture wasn’t as light coloured as in the picture but all in all I was happy with it. Like another reviewer mentioned, a little shallow in depth too, meaning an adult can feel like they’re perching on the edge of it.”
Another added: “I really wanted to like this rattan sofa set, but unfortunately, it’s just not comfortable. The cushions are the biggest issue – they’re overfilled, made from a shiny, slippery material that slides around constantly.
“You can’t sit down without everything moving out of place, and they feel hard rather than plush. With the cushions on, the seat area becomes too shallow – it actually feels like you’re almost slipping off the edge. I’m only 5 foot and even I can’t fully stretch my legs out when using the footstool, so it definitely wouldn’t work for taller people.”
But, the reviews were mostly positive. Someone else shared: “We love this set. It’s so comfortable and looks great. A real bargain!”
And, a fifith put in their review: “Lovely set very stylish and easy to put together I did it on my own within a couple of hours! Would highly recommend. The cushions are well made and deep very comfy.”