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Fancy getting that Italian lamp or French chaise without the UK mark up? Europe by Net sells top-brand furniture from the continent without the retail mark-up, and delivery on items over £400 is free. Cutting out the UK high street, you can save up to 40% off, and it’s not catalogue stuff: B&B Italia, Poliform, Zanotta, the list goes on. (020 7734 3100, www.europebynet.com)