The Best Times to Shop For Home Decorations Essentials

Moving into your own place comes with plenty of highs and lows. On one hand, there's the thrill of choosing your own decor, but on the other, the reality of the cost that comes with it. It's no secret that moving can be pricey, but there are ways to avoid paying full price for all your furnishings. A proven strategy is to be patient and plan ahead.

Timing your purchases can help you save significantly in the long run. Many brands offer steep discounts during specific months or sale events, whether you’re shopping for furniture, linens, home tech, or kitchen essentials.

We’ve compiled a guide on the best times of the year to buy all the home goods you’ll need, so you can furnish your space beautifully without breaking the bank.

The Rugs 

• January Sales: Like many other home goods, rugs are often heavily discounted during the post-Christmas and New Year sales, making January a prime time to buy.
• Black Friday and Cyber Monday: Late November offers good opportunities to score discounts on rugs, as many retailers participate in these sales with significant reductions.
• Easter and Spring Sales: Many retailers offer seasonal promotions around Easter and throughout the spring, which is a great time to update your home with new rugs.
• Summer Sales: The mid-year sales during June and July often include markdowns on home furnishings, including rugs, as retailers clear out inventory to make room for new collections.
• Autumn Clearance Sales: Towards the end of summer and early autumn (August to September), you can find clearance deals on rugs, especially as stores prepare to bring in fall and winter collections.

• Clearance and Outlet Stores: Throughout the year, many stores offer clearance deals on last-season or discontinued rug styles, so it's worth checking for ongoing offers.

Shopping during these periods can help you find high-quality rugs at a better price in the UK.

Linens

• January: ("White Sales")**: Many stores host "white sales" in January, offering big discounts on linens, bedding, and towels. This tradition started in the early 20th century and is still one of the best times to shop for linens.

• Holiday Sales: Major holidays like Black Friday, Cyber Monday often come with promotions and sales on home goods, including linens. Retailers frequently offer discounts leading up to and during these holidays.

• End of Season Sales: As retailers transition their inventory for new seasons, you can often find deals on linens, particularly during end-of-summer or end-of-year sales.

• Back-to-School Season: Late summer, especially in August, is a great time to shop for linens, as many stores run sales on bedding for college students and dorm setups.

• Boxing Day and January Sales: The post-Christmas sales are a prime time for discounts on kitchen appliances, as retailers look to clear out stock from the holiday season.

• Bank Holiday Sales: Many retailers offer deals around UK bank holidays, particularly during the spring and summer (Easter, May Bank Holidays, and August Bank Holiday).

• End of Financial Year Sales: Towards the end of the UK financial year in March, some retailers offer discounts to boost sales before closing their books.

• End-of-Season Sales: Summer and early autumn (July to September) are good times for discounts on older appliance models as retailers prepare for new stock.

Outdoor Furniture

As outdoor furniture is in high demand during the summer, it’s no surprise that the best discounts appear once the season ends. Early August marks the beginning of lighter sales, with deeper discounts as the month goes on, making it an ideal time to snag your favorite patio pieces for the next year.

Mattresses

Mattresses are also a significant investment where savings are always welcome. The best deals typically occur in March and April, as retailers clear out older models to make room for new ones. Additionally, holiday weekends often feature discounts, making them a great time to shop for a new mattress.