I love the hemnes range too (I have some of the 'oak'), but the range contains a poor excuse for a dressing table :-( I know I'm going to have to compromise on something but I'm being stubborn until I've ruled out all my options :-)

Fabulous ideas everyone, keep them coming:-) Carolina, my first thought was also a mirror, maybe an antique style one. Definitely something to think about. Minnie101, I love your inspiration as always, love the blue cameo box image, will definitely test out some decoupage on the little bedside cabinet. To all, must say I’m not much for chalk paint, never liked the feel of it although you can get some good effects plus you can always varnish/wax over it. Just feel for this piece I neeeed colour! Our hallway can get rather gloomy at the best of times (north facing with only the door for daylight). I do love natural wood but the cabinet, although nicely shaped is just cheap pine and not the best quality. I didn’t pay much for it so feel justified in painting it. Emily, i’ll probably get the Land Rover enamel paint just because I want to see how it compares to standard gloss, watch this space! Here’s my inspo pic for hallway although ours hasn’t got the side bit round the stairs, it’s slightly wider and we need storage for bike and shoes etc.

Shelleyuk there has been a real problem uploading photos this last couple of weeks, not your fault. Best to use the Houzz App which lets you upload pictures but there is no Edit function, so check through your text before submitting! It has been reported.

I think it depends on the decor in your room. I do rather like original mid century furniture kept natural looking. It may be teak which was very popular in the 1960s. It goes particularly well with a boho/eclectic look. The large door knob doesn’t look the right style so I’m not sure its original? But then I found the image below, so what do I know! 😂