IF SPACE is tight this three-seater Holsta sofa bed is a great spare room buy. Originally priced at €500 it is now reduced to €249 and is available in red, orange, cream or coffee-coloured options. The polyurethane covers are not removable but should clean easily.

It’s available at all four Classic Furniture stores (in Dundrum, 01-2166110; Stillorgan, 01-2782166; Blanchardstown, 01-8222822 and Coolock 01-8678464).