B&M is selling a piece of furniture that is not only designed to make any room it is in look 'luxurious', but has also been reduced in price. It could also be easily mistaken at a glance for pricier, similar versions available elsewhere on the high street.
B&M's £10 Lara Velvet Storage Footstool
B&M is a popular place to shop for many people across the UK. It sells a wide variety of items all under one roof at affordable prices. It regularly updates its homeware range with new items or slashes prices, with one recent example being its grey Lara Velvet Storage Footstool.
The store says the footstool can 'give your home the look of luxury', adding that it is 'perfect for popping your feet up and getting cosy'. The full product description reads: 'With its velvet finish and stylish metal legs, add an elegance to your living space while de-cluttering and storing essentials in the storage compartment.'
The footstool comes in grey and is 36cm wide, 36cm deep and 42cm tall. It was £15, but has now been reduced to £10. Shoppers can browse more furniture online, or buy in-store at B&M.
Comparison with Dunelm and Next Alternatives
The footstool looks similar to a £49 alternative at Dunelm and a £50 'lookalike' option at Next. Dunelm's Avery Velvet Storage Footstool also comes with velvet upholstery, black metal legs and features a hidden storage compartment inside.
Dunelm says: 'Add a touch of elegance and functionality to your home with the Avery Velvet Storage Footstool. Upholstered in soft velvet, this versatile piece combines comfort with clever design. The removable wooden lid flips over to create a handy tray, while the hidden storage inside is perfect for tidying away everyday essentials. Its sleek, round shape and black metal legs bring a modern edge to any room, making it ideal for living spaces that need both style and practicality.'
So far, across three customer reviews, the £49 footstool has an average rating of five stars. One shopper said: 'Beautiful little footstool, just what I wanted for my bedroom. Takes up very little room, handy storage inside. Very pleased with the quality and look.'
Another wrote: 'Wonderful stool. Exactly as described. So easy to order pick up. Looks lovely in our bedroom.' One more said: 'Click and collect process seamless, very attentive and quick.'
At Next, another similar option is the Soft Velvet Mid Grey Matson Storage Stool for £50. Like the B&M £10 option, the £50 stool comes with a hidden storage compartment, black metal legs and grey velvet upholstery.
Next says: 'This storage stool is ideal for extra storage. The storage element makes this design highly functional, whilst the hairpin leg provides a mid-century yet contemporary aesthetic. This stool is perfect for storing away household items and is ideal for putting your feet up or as additional seating for guests.'
