Some awards feel especially meaningful, and being named Dining Room Retailer of the Year at the Ideal Home Awards 2026 is one of them.
The awards also shone a spotlight on some of our most-loved pieces, with the Bentley extendable dining table taking home the title of Best Dining Table, and the Henley double wardrobe with sliding doors receiving a Highly Commended recognition. Alongside this, several Oak Furnitureland favourites have recently been recognised by IndyBest, highlighting the enduring appeal of furniture designed for real homes and everyday living.
Together, these accolades recognise the qualities that matter most to us: thoughtful design, lasting craftsmanship, and furniture made to be enjoyed every day.
Dining room retailer of the year: 2026 Ideal Home Awards
Lucia dining set | Otto large sideboard
Being named Dining Room Retailer of the Year is about so much more than just a single product. For us, it reflects the values that have shaped Oak Furnitureland from the beginning. We believe beautiful furniture should be practical, durable, and accessible. It should work just as hard as the people who live with it every day.
Of course, we’re incredibly proud to receive the recognition. But what makes this award particularly meaningful is what sits behind it. According to the Ideal Home judges, one of the standout reasons for our win was our Lifetime Furniture Guarantee. In a world of fast-moving trends, we’ve always focused on creating furniture that offers lasting value and everyday practicality.
When you choose a dining table, sideboard, or display cabinet from us, we want you to feel you’re investing in something built to last.
Bentley extendable dining table wins Best Dining Table
Bentley dining table | Bentley bench | Kingham chair | Maze rug
Alongside our retailer award, we were also delighted that our Bentley extendable dining table was named Best Dining Table at the Ideal Home Awards 2026.
The dining table is often considered the heart of the home. It’s where families gather, friends reconnect, and everyday moments become cherished memories. That’s why we design our dining furniture to be as adaptable as modern life demands. The Bentley table perfectly captures that approach.
Crafted from solid oak, it combines timeless design with practical flexibility. Its clever extension mechanism allows it to expand when extra guests arrive, while its elegant trestle base creates a statement look that feels equally at home in contemporary and traditional interiors.
The judges praised its versatility, and we couldn’t agree more. Whether it’s a weekday family meal or a special celebration, the Bentley is designed to bring people together.
Small space solutions that make a big difference
One of the things we love most about furniture design is finding ways to make everyday living easier. That’s why we were equally pleased to see our Henley double wardrobe with sliding doors receive a Highly Commended recognition at this year’s awards.
Not every home has space to spare. Many of us are looking for clever ways to maximise space without compromising on style.
With its smooth sliding doors, the Henley wardrobe helps maximise storage without overwhelming the room, making it an ideal choice for bedrooms where space is at a premium. It is practical, elegant, and designed around the realities of modern living.
Recognition across every room of the home
While the Ideal Home Awards have given us plenty to smile about this year, they are not the only accolades we’ve received recently.
Several of our most-loved pieces have also been recognised by the experts at IndyBest, reinforcing our commitment to creating furniture that customers genuinely love living with.
Original Rustic double wardrobe
Original Rustic double wardrobe
Our Original Rustic collection has always been a favourite for those who appreciate character, craftsmanship, and natural beauty. Seeing the Original Rustic double wardrobe recognised by IndyBest 2026 was a wonderful endorsement of a collection that continues to stand the test of time.
Montgomery velvet armchair
Every home deserves a chair that invites you to sit down and stay awhile. The Montgomery armchair in velvet earned IndyBest recognition in 2025 for its combination of comfort, style, and luxurious upholstery. It remains one of our favourite examples of how a single piece can transform a room.
Romsey extendable dining table
Romsey extendable dining table
Before the Bentley took home top honours this year, the Romsey extendable dining table was already earning praise from reviewers.
Highlighted by IndyBest in 2025, the Romsey table was celebrated for its practicality, flexibility, and overall aesthetic, qualities that continue to define our dining furniture collections today.
Why we continue to champion furniture made to last
If there is one theme that connects all of these awards, it’s creating furniture that people love living with.
Every dining table shared with family, every wardrobe helping to keep a bedroom organised, and every armchair that becomes someone’s favourite place to unwind, is part of that story.
“These awards are a wonderful recognition of the standards we set across every collection. We’re especially proud to see products like Bentley and Henley recognised, as they demonstrate the balance of beauty, practicality, and longevity that customers are looking for in their homes today. Being named Dining Room Retailer of the Year by industry experts at Ideal Home and receiving product endorsements from trusted reviewers like IndyBest reflects the care our teams take in selecting furniture that not only looks great but also continues to earn its place in your homes for years to come.” Elena Mellowes, Head of Buying, Oak Furnitureland
While we’re incredibly proud of these accolades, we’re even prouder to create furniture that’s designed for everyday life and backed by our Lifetime Furniture Guarantee, giving you confidence in every piece you bring home.
