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South Wales Evening Post

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October 02, 2025

FUR-BABY-FRIENDLY DESIGN CHOICES FOR A DURABLE, STYLISH HOME.

- BY SAM WYLIE-HARRIS

WHEN it comes to home comforts, finding a happy compromise that satisfies everyone's needs can be challenging - especially if you're a pet parent.

Tactile furnishings are very of the moment and if you're hankering after a tassel-trimmed tieback for your new curtains, kitty might mistake this as a new scratch toy.

Likewise, your dog may have taken such a shine to the family sofa, upgrading your four seater to something in a luxe finish which may get snagged by their claws - is asking for trouble.

To help you strike the balance between style and durability, Magdalena Gierasinska, head of product and design at Barker and Stonehouse, shares top tips for furnishings that work for people and pets...

Durable, pet-resistant finishes

The best hard furnishings for pet-friendly homes are designed to withstand daily knocks, paw marks and the occasional scratch...

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