In first quarter results, the homeware retailer said its sales were down eight per cent compared to the same period last year.
Bosses said the performance came amid "a challenging environment", with the group posting £357m sales.
A dip in sales had been anticipated owing to the first quarter of last year raking in strong sales thanks to pent-up demand and a rescheduled summer sale.
Shoppers have shied away from big ticket items including furniture in recent months, with the cost of living crunch meaning consumers have delayed pricey purchases.
However,
"As we enter what will clearly be a challenging winter for consumers, our absolute focus remains on making every pound count for everyone, through a tight grip on operations,"
As a cold winter approaches for cash-strapped Brits,
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