Shoppers looking for a stylish yet affordable laundry hamper may want to consider B&M's £18 Woven Laundry Hamper, which closely resembles John Lewis's £48 grey Willow Double Laundry Basket. Both feature a rectangular woven design in grey with white bows and a matching lid, but the B&M version costs £30 less.
Design and material differences
The B&M hamper measures L45 x W33 x D56cm and is made from 100% polyester with some metal parts. In contrast, the John Lewis basket is L35 x W35 x D56cm and crafted from 95% willow and 5% cotton. Despite the size and material differences, the visual similarity is striking.
On its website, B&M describes the product: "Keep your space tidy in style using this elegant Woven Laundry Hamper. Designed with a spacious interior and modern woven pattern, this laundry hamper offers practicality and convenience wrapped in decorative charm." John Lewis states: "This lidded laundry basket features a soft, grey wash and comes with a drawstring liner that can be removed for washing. Willow is rapidly renewable; once cut it can grow back to the same height within a year. Artisans use these raw fibres to handcraft woven baskets."
Availability and other home storage options
The B&M laundry basket is available to view online and can be purchased in stores. Shoppers can use the postcode tool on the website to find their nearest store. The John Lewis alternative can be bought online for home delivery or via click and collect, as well as in stores.
B&M also sells other home organisation items, such as the Extendable Two Tier Bamboo Cupboard Organiser for £8, described as "perfect for organising condiments, spices and sauces" and making it "easier to reach items at the back of the cupboard." Another option is the Simply Everyday Non-Slip Medium Drawer Organiser for £3, which helps "keep your drawers neat and tidy" with a non-slip surface to keep items in place.
