Aladdin's Cave

About

A veritable Aladdin's Cave of thrifty finds, reclaimed doors and architectural salvage

Story

South-east London’s premier treasure trove of furniture is easy to spot from the road – the lifesize metallic model of Predator is a slight giveaway. Inside what feels like a giant shed hang a variety of chandeliers. The far back wall, covered by stacks upon stacks of paintings and prints in mismatched frames, can’t be seen from the doorway because of the sheer volume of wing-backed chairs and dressers. The further you venture into the cave, the more your jaw will drop as you become surrounded by what looks like every chair that has ever been manufactured, rows of sinks, antique fireplaces, Victorian radiators and an array of outdoor furniture sets. Even if you have no intention of going to buy anything, you should still go to see if you can spot the ice cream machine, the seesaw and the gymnast’s vaulting horse.