Debenhams' 'comfortable' £350 sofa set 'looks fab' in small gardens
The 5-seater sofa set, which includes a coffee table, is perfect for anyone looking to spruce up their garden this summer - and it's currently half price
Debenhams customers have the opportunity to grab a bargain garden sofa set, ideal for making the most of the summer outdoors. It's not often that retailers offer such significant discounts, particularly as the weather warms and many Brits are on the hunt for garden furniture.
The Alivio 5-Seater Rattan Corner Sofa Set, usually retailing at £699.99, is currently available at half price. For a limited time, while stocks last, this corner set, complete with a coffee table, can be snapped up for just £349.99.
Described by Debenhams as the "perfect blend of style and comfort" for sprucing up an outdoor area, it's built from weather-resistant rattan and comes with "plush removable cushions" that are simple to clean and maintain.
The "luxurious and practical" set is designed to seat five people comfortably on its 180cm sofa, making the most of every inch in smaller spaces. Its modular design allows for flexible arrangement to best suit your requirements.
The easy-to-clean glass-topped coffee table provides a safe place for food and drinks, preventing spills. The entire set features a dark grey frame that contrasts beautifully with the lighter-coloured cushions, making it a versatile choice for any garden aesthetic, reports the Mirror.
Customers were delighted with this set. One satisfied shopper said: "This was easy to put together, looks fab in my new garden."
Another added: "Delighted with this. As I don't have a large garden it is just a nice size."
A third shopper commented: "Lovely comfortable garden seating. My husband assembled it with no problems. [It] looks great, has nice quality and was a great value price."
However, not all customers were impressed. One claimed: "Took around an hour or so to put together - [definitely] needs 2 people. It's not very big and would not sit five comfortably."
They went on to criticise the cushions, adding: "The cushions are really poor quality. The seat ones have already started to go flat after only two or three uses, and the back ones are so thin that you feel the back of the seat through them, and it's uncomfortable.
"You need another cushion to support your back! I bought it in the sale. I would not have been happy had I paid full price."
Another unhappy customer warned: "Don't be fooled by the photos! This is small and extremely uncomfortable and unable to accommodate more than three people with any room left over!"
Bargains for garden sets to make the most of the summer weather are popping up online. For instance, Dunelm has various options on its website, including a great deal on the Elements 7-Seater Corner and Dining Set - it's £399, which is a £100 discount on the normal price.
Argos has the 4 Seater Rattan Effect Garden Sofa Set for £320. The retailer also tempts buyers with extra savings on garden gear such as furniture, decorations, hot tubs, and much more, once shoppers hit specific spending targets.
The discount isn't automatically applied and can be redeemed by entering the code GARDEN at checkout. Purchases of more than £300 could save £50 with the offer increasing the more you spend (Save £120 on £600 and Save £250 on £1000).
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