We’re now firmly in dark mornings and evenings territory, and the only thing getting me through is leaning into the cosiness – and lamps are the ultimate way to do so.

Rechargeable lamps have got better and better in recent years, and there’s now a style to suit every taste and kitchen lighting scheme. While these handy, moveable lamps can be used throughout the home, I particularly love them for kitchens as they’re the perfect way to build ambience without spending a fortune or calling in a professional.

Value Lights is the under-the-radar brand that I love for trend-led lamps that add a fun, stylish update without costing the earth. And with their Black Friday sale that has just started, they’re even more affordable. These 7 rechargeable lamps are my top picks to shop now.

The right lamp can completely alter a kitchen scheme. Whether you want to make your space feel like a cosy, country cooking space or a contemporary, sleek room, these small tweaks can make all the difference.

In 2027, we’re predicting that one of the biggest kitchen trends is all about making your kitchen feel more like a living space, and lamps are the easiest way to achieve this. Whether you pop a rechargeable lamp in the corner of a kitchen worktop or in the middle of a tablescape for cosy evening suppers, the warm glow will make any space feel warm and inviting.

Value Lights has some of the best lamps out there, and they regularly create trendy styles that rival other brands, for really good prices.

Their rechargeable lamps are some of my favourites out there, and I can personally vouch for the quality as I have the antique brass rechargeable lamp on my bedside table.

Here are my top picks from the Black Friday sale.

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Autumn is upon us, so it’s time to start thinking more carefully about how to plan kitchen lighting. These tips will provide plenty of inspiration for new projects.

As part of the B&Q Black Friday Sale, the retailer is selling a smart dehumidifier for under £100. If you’ve been struggling with damp this autumn, the TCP Smart White Portable Dehumidifier (was £160, now £98) may be a wise investment.

The best dehumidifiers offer a simple and reliable solution to the build-up of damp, mould and condensation during winter. They’re also great at drying washing fast, making them even more handy to have in your home when the mercury plummets.

If you’ve been struggling to get rid of damp in your home, a dehumidifier is a must-try. But while the top models can be fairly pricey, the TCP is a great price right now and has the reviews to back it up.

A dehumidifier works by extracting excess moisture from the air in your house in order to maintain an ideal humidity level so you can live comfortably. This is because not only will a build-up of damp and mould damage your home, but it can negatively affect your family’s physical health, too.

As I mentioned, the best dehumidifier models are often expensive, easily costing hundreds of pounds. As the TCP Smart Portable Dehumidifier has dropped just below £100, this is a deal worth looking at.

This smart 12L/d dehumidifier has a built-in HEPA filter, which means it will extract allergens as well as excess water, providing cleaner air to breathe. If you don’t already have one of the best air purifiers in your home, this is a good feature to look out for.

B&Q states the TCP Smart dehumidifier is compact and quiet, with a large 2L water tank. It has an auto-shut-off function and a transparent water level indicator, making it easy to keep an eye on when the tank needs emptying. It also offers three dehumidifier modes and two speeds.

This budget dehumidifier is also compatible with Alexa and Google home as well as iOS and Android smartphones. You don’t need a smart hub either to set it up. This makes it easy to control your dehumidifier from your phone, allowing you to keep a closer eye on your humidity levels. Alternatively, you can invest in a hygrometer if you want your home’s humidity levels on show in your home at all times.

The TCP dehumidifier has 134 reviews, with 103 being 5-star, with customers stating it effectively reduced humidity and condensation in their homes.

‘Great product, really efficient with low noise. Good capacity and very convenient. Highly recommend this one,’ says one.

‘Early days yet, but seems like a great piece of kit. I have excess moisture in my bedroom at present (very old windows) and as such I was required to clean mould off the window frames regularly and there was always a large amount of condensation every morning. Since using this, there is zero condensation and my windows are now bone dry. Would thoroughly recommend this dehumidifier!’ said another.

Alternatively, here are a few more dehumidifiers members of the Ideal Team have tested and recommended.

If you’re looking or an affordable dehumidifier, this one is well-reveiwed and offers plenty of attractive features – it’s worth a try in my book.

As far as celebrity homes go, Stacey Dooley’s is a firm Ideal Home office favourite and one we often look to for a dose of stylish interiors. Stacey famously has great taste, both in terms of her interior design decisions and her fashion sense. But few of her pieces are as famous as the breathtaking chandelier hung above her dining table. And I just discovered that Next is selling a chandelier which is pretty much a dead ringer for Stacey’s, only more accessible and affordable.

The Messina white glass chandelier from Next is selling for £399 and it makes for a beautiful dining room lighting idea, but equally, it would work well in other spaces, too – whether it’s the lounge or a hallway with high ceilings as one existing customer wrote, ‘Bought this for our front room, it’s very beautiful and unique, and very good quality.’

When Stacey first posted her impressive tiered white Murano glass chandelier, she shared that it was a vintage purchase. Murano glass is the most prestigious kind of glass handmade by artisans who have perfected their craft over many generations across centuries on the island of Murano in Venice, Italy. So given the fact Stacey’s chandelier is made with Murano glass, the size of it and that it’s vintage, it’s very safe to assume it cost a lot more than £400.

The Next chandelier is smaller compared to the Murano glass one, featuring less tiers. But the design and the flower petal shape of the glass pieces is the same on both. The hardware is also different – while Stacey’s chandelier comes with chrome-finish fittings, Next’s features warmer antique brass-finish hardware which I personally prefer.

And even though Next’s version is smaller, the brand still warns to check that the spot you’re planning to install it in is strong enough to hold it as it’s rather heavy – 16.2 kg heavy to be specific. But if a white chandelier is not in keeping with your home’s colour scheme, Next also has amber and green colourways available, as well as flush ceiling light versions.

Alternatives

As already mentioned, this is not the first time I’m swooning over Stacey Dooley’s home (or anyone from the Ideal Home team, to be fair). Whether it’s Stacey’s Scandi-style oversized paper lampshade or her iconic Togo sofa, we’re always taking notes.

But since she has quite the expensive taste – while other pieces from her home are vintage and therefore hard to come by – it’s often worth looking into more budget-friendly ways to emulate the look, or at least take inspiration from it.

Would you spend £399 on this beautiful, statement chandelier from Next to get the Stacey Dooley look for less?