Since Christmas, I’ve been on a furniture-buying spree. But, before you get it twisted, no, I’m not loaded and no, I’m not buying everything on credit. All I really am doing is seeking out the best deals and taking advantage of them. These aren’t huge furniture purchases, mind you… not a couch, a dining table for 16, or a California king bed. I’m talking about upgrading my desk that I work from home on or buying a writing desk that I turned into my own personal makeup station.
Do you know where I started my search? Yep, you guessed it — Amazon. In one case, I found that desk $100 cheaper than it was listed on another popular furniture website. In another example, I discovered the perfect complement to my makeshift vanity, which saved me at least $200. So, I decided to line up 37 furniture finds you might like, featuring a price tag of $100 or less (which you’ll really like.) From playroom purchases to patio pieces, get your furniture upgrading on… Alexander Hamilton-style.
Secure The (Bean) Bag
Nothing beats a good, versatile furniture purchase, and while you might not consider a bean bag a piece of “furniture,” hang in there with me. This bean bag chair is more than just a chair because the inside can be used for the storage of stuffed animals, blankets, pillows, and anything else that’s soft. This comes in fun colors and patterns and two sizes.
Table Talk
Sometimes you just need a portable desk of sorts. This folding TV tray table is one part mobile workstation, one part dinner in front of the TV. It features six different heights and three convenient angles with plenty of space for a laptop or plate and a dedicated cup holder. It’s plenty sturdy, too, able to accommodate up to 40 pounds.
Shoo, Shoes
I had no idea I would love a shoe rack bench like this next to my front door but it has been life-changing. (O.K., that might be a bit of a stretch but I do love it.) While it’s great for shoes, as advertised, it’s also a perfect place to stash the things you need as you head out the door in the morning.
Off The Rack
I love the addition of this minimalistic coat rack to a quiet corner or entryway in a home. It’s just enough to add some visual interest while being functional, too. This one features three adjustable heights (in case you want one in your kiddo’s room), multiple finishes, and a sturdy base to support hanging your jacket, purse, scarf, and other accessories.
A Barely-There Chair
This is the piece of furniture you never knew you needed — a padded floor chair with an adjustable backrest. Whether you have family members who enjoy gaming or family members who just enjoy hanging out on the floor, this comfortable addition is also portable so you can take it with you to game nights at friends’ or picnics in the park.
Table The Discussion
You don’t have to spend a bundle to complete the look of your living room with a coffee table. This modern white option uses eco-friendly bamboo with an easy-care top you can clean with one swipe. One reviewer said, “Perfect for a smaller space/studio. Small enough to not take up too much space and fits perfectly with our half sectional.”
Wine Not?
Put your bottles or display or start collecting with this 32-bottle freestanding wine rack. Made of reliable steel construction, it has a painted black finish and a tempered glass top where you or a guest could rest a glass (or two.) People who’ve purchased this have said it “neatened up our bar area” and “looks like what you would see in a nice restaurant.”
Stand By Me
TV stands are the bane of my existence… probably because I’m too picky. One is too big, another is too small. One doesn’t have enough storage, another has too much. This modern option is ideal for a television up to 50 inches and has just enough storage including two central drawers and two side doors. This purchase includes an 18-month warranty.
Buy This Desk Write Now
I just upgraded my work-from-home desk from a writing desk that looks similar to this one to something with a bit more storage for office supplies and a printer. You can’t beat the simplicity of a writing desk, though, for everyday tasks like surfing the net, paying bills, and mailing letters. (Wait, scratch that last one, nobody does that anymore.)
Have A Seat
If you’re going to sit at a computer for six, eight, 10 hours a day, you’re going to need a comfortable chair. This high-back office chair is a handsome choice whether you’re buying for a conference room or a home office. Available in black or white, it is covered in high-quality polyurethane leather that’s waterproof and wear-resistant. This chair will support up to 320 pounds.
You’ve Been Set Up
I love a good matching patio set and this one is especially perfect for smaller spaces. Made with woven, weather-resistant wicker, it includes two low-profile chairs and a handy table for a plant, your phone, or a glass of your favorite beverage. For less than $100, you can snag this three-piece set that reviewers repeatedly set was “simple” to assemble.
Hello, Dolly
If you’re buying all this furniture you’re going to need some way to move it around. This poly furniture dolly has a load capacity of 1,000 pounds and the ends are a padded rubber for protection of the load. One reviewer called it “the best money I’ve ever spent” as he moved from an apartment to a house. Steel reinforcement underneath gives you the security of knowing it’s up to the task.
I’m Booking It
Please tell me I’m not the only one who still buys actual books. Sure, I love my Kindle, but there’s nothing quite like holding a book in your hands. This four-tier ladder shelf is a great way to display your books and knick-knacks with a rustic, industrial design. It comes in five finish choices and all are accented by a steel frame.
Front And Center
If you have a bit more space in your entryway, you might consider this combo hall tree with a shoe bench. Unlike the shoe bench we discussed a few products above, this one has a coat rack, shoe storage, and bench all in one. I especially like the hanging bar and the hooks near the top of the unit, making it a great multipurpose piece.
Get It Off Your Chest
Do you ever find yourself with more clothes than places to store them? Just me? Alrighty then. This five-drawer storage chest comes in clutch for those, ahem, overbuying moments. It features a cast-iron frame and wood top with five easy-pull fabric drawers. A lot of reviewers were adding this piece inside their closets for wardrobe items that are OK being folded.
For When You Need A Lift
Need a boost? This lift-top coffee table is a unique spin on a regular coffee table because the top elevates to create a workstation for dining or computing and (bonus!) it offers an additional area of storage. Buy it in one of five colors to match your decor. One reviewer called the table “fantastic for people with small apartments and who need a place to eat without having room for a kitchen table.”
All Is Vanity
If you’re doing your makeup sitting criss-cross applesauce on your bed, it’s high time you upgraded your routine. This three-piece vanity set is a great deal for less than $92, featuring the table, bench, and mirror. A central drawer is a perfect place to store brushes and compacts while the top is just screaming for bottles of your favorite perfume.
One Nightstand
It’s time to stop putting everything on the floor beside your bed, O.K.? You’re a whole grown-up now. This nightstand has a beautiful herringbone pattern in a variety of available wood finishes. The best part is that you can buy these one at a time, keeping your cost down. A single nightstand will set you back at less than $100.
Called To The Desk
If I had the room, I would definitely have gone for an L-shaped corner office desk like this one, but alas, I didn’t have the space. This desk gives you plenty of room to spread out, where you might have space for a desktop monitor and CPU as well as a separate space for a laptop or items for another task.
Don’t Toy With Me
I think clean-up should be as simple on little ones as you can make it, which is why I love this toy storage organizer bin. When it’s time to stop playing and put things away, even the littlest of your brood can easily carry their toys over and deposit them in a bin. This one comes with a whopping 16 bins in case your house is toy central.
Lean Back
Sure, this zero-gravity reclining lounge chair says it’s for outdoor use but the furniture police won’t come to your house if you decide to use it inside. And, it’s so comfortable, you just might. A double-bungee support system holds the fabric to the frame and padded headrest and gently contoured armrests add to the relaxation. From upright to reclined, you’ll love chilling in this chair.
Enjoy The Lazy Daze
Is a hammock furniture? I don’t know but I certainly enjoy lying in one with a good book. This two-person variation has a weight capacity of 450 pounds and is double-quilted with spreader bars and detachable pillows. Hammocks can get pricey, so this one priced at $70 is a great value. Choose from the basic cream-colored one pictured or spice things up with a fun stripe or floral.
This Chest Is Top Drawer
I’m always on the hunt for storage options that make my life less complicated. This five-drawer dresser will blend in anywhere, from a hall or office to a bedroom or closet. The wood top will handle anything you might want to display while you can tuck away clothes, office supplies, or baby gear with ease. The pull handles on these drawers help give it a finished look.
Put It On A Shelf
We’ve all got that one spot in our homes where we just need… something, but it’s either too narrow or too wide for what we originally had in mind. This farmhouse pier bookcase features three shelves for plenty of storage in a piece made by Ashley Furniture. (Yes, you can even buy Ashley Furniture on Amazon!) Choose a wood finish that best suits your needs.
Belly Up To The Bar
Have you priced barstools lately? They are ridiculously expensive. This modern barstool set comes in right at $100 for two swivel chairs with adjustable height and even a place to rest your feet. One reviewer said, “LOVE these chairs! Easy to assemble, easy to clean, and luxurious looking for an affordable price!” You could grab them in a basic color or you could live on the edge and buy them in fire engine red.
Keep Your Cool
This is, without a doubt, a must-have furniture item for the warm days ahead. This cool bar outdoor table boasts a seven-and-a-half-gallon cooler right in it where you can add ice and your favorite beverages. A small tabletop above it is great for drinks, snacks, or your phone. When the cooler is not in use, shut the lid and you can still use it as a side table. Genius!
Go ‘Round And ‘Round
I feel like every living room should have a coffee table. I don’t know why; it just makes it feel more complete to me. This round coffee table is a beautiful blend of glass and metal with a strong surface area and gliders on the feet to help it move easily. The coffee table comes in just under $100; a matching end table is another $58 if you’re feeling spendy.
A Kitty Corner
If you ask most people, “Would you put a litter box in the middle of your living room?”, I think most would say, “Uh, no way.” But, get a load of this cat litter box hidden in a sleek ottoman. Your cat can do his business while giving you someplace to prop your feet or set down a bag as you head out the door.
A Tiny Table
What’s better than a tiny table for the littles in your house? This set includes a table and two kid-sized chairs, all with natural woods legs. Use the play table for crafts, creativity, or a cozy tea party … the sky’s the limit. This is only offered in the pink-and-cream set pictured, but it’s 2022, mom, the little guys can use it, too.
Feather Your Nest
Nesting products are so smart. Whether it’s bowls in the kitchen cabinets or this set of round nesting tables, it’s the perfect choice when you need stuff but you don’t have enough room for stuff. Featuring a rustic design with a distressed woodgrain-look top, you can use these separately, capitalizing on the varying heights, or grouped together for a truly unique side table experience.
Put It In Storage
Where’s the one place you’re prone to need more storage but that manufacturers don’t think about when it comes to storage? The bathroom, that’s right. This cabinet organizer was crafted with bathroom storage in mind but no one is going to tell on you if you use it elsewhere. This features four pull-out drawers in a slim profile that will work just about anywhere.
Take To Your Bed
Here’s another adult must-have that can run the gamut from inexpensive and junky to crazy expensive and ultra-luxurious. This upholstered headboard straddles the line between the two, giving you a $70 option that makes an easy upgrade to your space. Available in full and queen sizes, this has high-density foam padding a worry-free five-year guarantee. It’s an easy upgrade that’ll transform the look of your bedroom.
Let The Good Times Roll
Do you ever find yourself with unexpected guests? As someone who lives at the beach, it’s a common occurrence around these parts. This roll-out trundle bed slides under an existing bed to be pulled out when you need an extra place for someone to lay their head. Rolling casters make it easy to move and the frame is rated up to 500 pounds. All you have to add is a twin mattress.
Cushion The Blow
A Papasan chair was one of the first official purchases of my adulthood and I still remember it fondly. This overstuffed version is gorgeous in the “blue multi” version pictured but it comes in other great color variations as well. You’re only getting the cushion here so you’ll need to have a chair already. Luckily, you can also grab one of those on Amazon while you’re shopping.
Pouf, The Magic Dragon
I don’t know why but these giant handcrafted poufs have a soft spot in my heart and they should yours, too, because they’re great for something small to prop your feet up on or even sit a spell on. Handcrafting ensures that your purchase is truly one-of-a-kind and when you feel like it needs to be washed, simply remove the cover, laundry and put it back on.
A Member Of The Cabinet
Have we discussed how much I love storage solutions? Seriously, if I ever go missing, check any store where the cabinets, baskets, and bins are. This floor storage cabinet features closing doors and three shelves for hiding things away. While it was designed to be used in the bathroom, it can go absolutely anywhere you see fit to place it.
Let Me Console You
Last but not least on our bargain furniture list is this console table from years gone by. I remember every house seemed to have one of these when I was a kid but I see fewer of them now. Regardless, this is a great piece for behind a sofa or in a hallway, thanks to its narrow design. The curved body makes it look a lot more expensive than what you’ll give for it.