The Christmas Countdown: 2 Weeks to Go

IMAGE: LOVINDUBLIN It’s nearly here folks. Christmas is so close we can practically smell the turkey roasting in the oven. In this weeks Christmas countdown we’re chatting all about how you can kick back, relax and soak up the festive cheer before the big day next week. Watch a Christmas Movie IMAGE: THETAB.COM Kick back […]

Monday Mood Board: Glorious Gold

IMAGE: LIDIABERSANI Hands up who’s caught gold-fever? Opulent gold is going no-where in the style stake this year, in fact, the regal hue is even more popular than ever. Let’s take a look at how we’d style the shade at home… We love…golden details, like cushions and mirrors to add drama to a more neutral […]

Black Friday Has Arrived! Shop the Best Bargains here.

It’s that time of year again, the Michael Murphy Home Furnishing Black Friday Sale has arrived! With huge savings across hundreds of lines, there’s no better place to shop for furniture. You can shop online or in-store over the duration of the sale. We’ve compiled a blog post of some of the best Black Friday […]

The Key Furniture Pieces You Need In Your Life

There’s no denying it, purchasing good quality furniture is a serious investment. These are pieces that will adorn your home for the next five to ten years at least, so it’s vital that you feel like you’re making the right choice. We’ve compiled a list of pieces that have stood the test of time and […]

Trend Report – Styling Glorious Gold

There’s no better way to give your home a quick, new season revamp than to introduce a new accent colour into the mix. In today’s blog post we’re sharing our top ways to style the colour gold in your home, one of the most popular accent shades for autumn 2020. We understand that at first […]

We’ve Had Some New Wall Art Land Online!

Choosing at least one piece of hanging art can create a welcome design focal point in your home as well as acting as a visual representation of your personal taste and personality. Here at Michael Murphy Home Furnishing, we firmly encourage artistic expression in the home. Proudly stocking several vibrantly painted canvases – complete with […]

Dulux Colour of the Year 2022 – Bright Skies

IMAGE – DULUX It’s that time of year again;  Dulux has announced the colour of the year for 2022 and she’s a beaut. Bright Skies is a delightful shade of blue and is aimed at creating an “airy and fresh tone that opens up and breathes new life into any space,” The experts at Dulux […]

Dream Home Makeover – We’re Watching On Netflix

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NETFLIX Did you know we’re binging Dream Home Makeover on Netflix? There’s nothing quite like finding the perfect show to devour at the end of a long week. NETFLIX The ultimate feel-good home interior show, Dream Home Makeover follows the design journey of real families as the interior team at Studio McGee makes their home makeover […]

Decorating for Autumn? Check Out Our Top Tips.

It’s that time of year again. The seasons are changing and it may also be time to give your home interiors an updated look and refresh for the months ahead. We’ve put together a list of some of our top tips to affordably update your decor. Get Cosy with Throws  IMAGE: ETSY Transform your home […]

Try Our New Visually Similar Feature

We’re always on the lookout for the next big thing. We want to put your experience with us at the forefront of everything we do and that’s why we’ve been working on bringing the latest features to our site to help you find exactly what you’re looking for! Our brand new search feature, Visually Similar […]

Let’s Talk Carpets and Flooring

Did you know that our Newbridge store is home to an extensive flooring department, with an expert team at the ready to assist you in kitting out your space? Choosing a new flooring option, especially carpet, can be complicated at best, what with so many variations and styles out there. We’ve put together a carpet […]

Don’t Make These Decorating Mistakes!

IMAGE: PUFIKHOMES Are you confident you’re making the most of your small space? It’s a lot easier to make mistakes when it comes to designing smaller spaces than you might think. There really is no one size fits all approach to working with limited floor space, but there are some golden rules to abide by […]

Thinking About Buying a New Mattress?

Thinking about updating your mattress? If it’s become uncomfortable, or it’s been more than 10 years since you bought it, then it may be time to replace it with a newer model. The first thing to do is measure your current mattress so you know what size is required. Unsure of your measurements? Check out […]

Shop the Look: The Alba Dining Collection

Curved edges, solid wood and a fresh finish define the Alba collection; complete with pencil-style grey metal legs. Fresh and uplifting with a retro-inspired, mid-century style, these pieces will add a bright touch to any space, pairing particularly well with a soft surrounding palette. Let’s take a closer look at the Alba dining collection:

Trend Report : Pretty in Pink

IMAGE: STYLEMOTIVATION There are very few shades around at the moment that are as popular, or indeed as versatile, as pink. With so many ways to style this sweet hue and so many shades to choose from, we’ve put together a guide on our top five ways to style pink at home. Balance it out.  […]

Shop the Collection – The Colorado Brown Leather Collection

With a versatile shade and traditional shape, this Colorado model lends itself to a range of living room styles. The rich, supple brown leather that encases the frame and exterior cushions create a cool, smooth, and lounge-worthy surface. With warm wooden legs complimenting the leather, the minimalist design allows for this sofa to be dressed […]

Mood Board : Magnificent Mint

IMAGE: ARCHITECTUREARTDESIGNS We’re finishing our week off with some tips and tricks to style one of our favourite pastel-coloured hues. Mint is bright, fresh and makes a wonderful statement in any interior setting. Keeping a blank canvas throughout the home and adding a splash of colour to the doors and other fixtures is a great […]

Collection Spotlight: The Alex Sofa

The exterior of the Alex sofa is as luxurious as you could wish for and the fabric as smooth as velvet should be. The tactile nature of this fabric also brings out the best in its colour, as soft tones dance across its exterior – the subtle sheen allowing for a multitude of blues to […]

Style Advice: Creating the Perfect Gallery Wall

IMAGE: POOSH.COM We’ve always loved selecting and displaying fabulous pieces of wall art around our homes, but we’ve taken our love of delicate paintings and contemporary prints to a whole new level ever since the gallery wall became one of the biggest interior trends around. For those of you who aren’t sure what a gallery […]

Steal Their Style – the Mont Hotel, Dublin

Who’s excited for hotel trips and staycations this summer? We know we are. There are so gorgeous hotels across the country, that are beautifully decorated and a source of some serious #interiorinspo Like the interior geeks that we are, we have spent our week pulling together a blog post for you guys to ignite your […]