Shoppers are running to B&M to buy 1960s retro lamp that’s 50p instead of £20
SHOPPERS are running to B&M to buy a retro 1960s lamp scanning for 50p instead of £20.
Eagle-eyed customers could not believe their luck when they found a black lava lamp scanning for just a few pence in the bargain store.
The funky lamp comes with a special coloured wax mixture inside that moves around, creating a mesmerising effect.
B&M’s take on the retro light also comes with a bluetooth speaker, which lets shoppers play music through their smart device.
The deal was shared on the Extreme Couponing and Bargains Facebook group, with many savvy shoppers praising the find.
One customer said they “wanted two,” while another said their local store never has deals this good.
The lamp appeared to be scanning for £20 on shelves, but found the £19.50 reduction by using the B&M Scanner App.
The tool allows customers to discover discounted items before the staff have even reduced them.
Often, products will be marked down in the system, but the staff haven’t had the chance to change display prices.
It is free to download on the app store on to your mobile device.
One shopper recently bagged you can bagged £20 furniture at B&M for just £1 by using the device.
Another customers saved over £225 thanks to the B&M scanner app.
If you are keen to shop the lava lamp, you will need to head to one of B&M’s 770 stores across the UK because the retailer does not offer home delivery.
With that in mind it may be worth ringing up your local branch ahead of time to avoid disappointment.
You can find your nearest B&M by visiting www.bmstores.co.uk/stores.
And that is not the bargain spotted at stores in recent weeks.
Parents have been rushing to B&M to take advantage of its £1 toy sale.
Savvy shoppers have managed to pick up everything from Sports Racer cars, Monster High bags, a toddler DJ set and a DIY jewellery kit in stores.
HOW TO SAVE AT B&M
The best time to get cut-price products is 10am on a Wednesday, according to one ex B&M manager.
This is when staff slash items to as little as 10p to clear excess stock and make way for new products.
Deals expert Tom Church said to keep an eye out for red sticker products as well.
These are added to special buy products that have been reduced in price.
It’s worth signing up to Facebook pages dedicated to hunting for bargains from B&M and other discounters too.
Two worth joining are B&M Bargains, Extreme Money Saving Deals and More, and Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK group.
How to bag a bargain
SUN Savers Editor Lana Clements explains how to find a cut-price item and bag a bargain…
Sign up to loyalty schemes of the brands that you regularly shop with.
Big names regularly offer discounts or special lower prices for members, among other perks.
Sales are when you can pick up a real steal.
Retailers usually have periodic promotions that tie into payday at the end of the month or Bank Holiday weekends, so keep a lookout and shop when these deals are on.
Sign up to mailing lists and you’ll also be first to know of special offers. It can be worth following retailers on social media too.
When buying online, always do a search for money off codes or vouchers that you can use vouchercodes.co.uk and myvouchercodes.co.uk are just two sites that round up promotions by retailer.
Scanner apps are useful to have on your phone. Trolley.co.uk app has a scanner that you can use to compare prices on branded items when out shopping.
Bargain hunters can also use B&M’s scanner in the app to find discounts in-store before staff have marked them out.
And always check if you can get cashback before paying which in effect means you’ll get some of your money back or a discount on the item.