Look out for….

· Lamps are an opportunity to experiment with detail and style. Consider swapping out old or ugly shades if the base is good.

· Mirrors – round, arched or with decorative edges – don’t cost much and can make such a big difference to a room by opening up a space.

· And no matter how boring and bland the second-hand store, it pays to keep your eye out for ceramics like retro cups, milk jugs and vases.

· Books are great for reading as well as matching a pretty cover to the décor and colours of a room.