Today: A collection of pretty, practical homegoods, including …
These reclining chairs hide in plain sight |
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| Ruthie Darling/NYT Wirecutter |
While the classic La-Z-Boy recliners at your grandparents’ house may be comfortable, we wouldn’t exactly call them beauties. For our brand-new guide, we wanted to find the best of both worlds: recliners that felt cozy enough to laze around in and that still fit in with even the most modern living rooms.
After 12 weeks of testing, we found six good-looking chairs that just happen to relax backward with the press of a (discreet) button or a firm push from your hands — including a sleek, minimalist lounger and a small-but-mighty swivel seat.
Go ahead. Kick your feet up→
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Safes that look nothing like safes |
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| NYT Wirecutter |
What do this book, lint roller, and permanent marker all have in common? They’re actually safes meant to deter burglars from pilfering your goods. They shouldn’t replace a larger home security system, but if you only have a few items you want to keep away from prying eyes, these quirky hiding spots will do the trick.
For your hidden stash of cash→
More pretty, functional things |
Your daily deal: A funky little table lamp |
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This sleek cordless lamp was designed to look like a hotel bellhop’s hat, with its rounded edges and stout shade. It has four brightness settings, stays lit for hours, and is small enough to fit neatly into nooks.
It’s more than $100 off today→
One last thing: How to hide your ugly Wi-Fi router |
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| Michael Hession/NYT Wirecutter |
Most Wi-Fi routers are, frankly, hideous. If you’re compelled to hide yours from view, just make sure you pick materials that won’t mess with the signal. Perhaps a modern crate or a lidded bamboo box?
Plus, where not to store your router→
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