The Best Deals at Big Lots? Here Are 8 Standout Buys To Save You Money in May
The month of May brings many standout deals from Big Lots. From patio furniture to mattresses to kitchen supplies, you’re bound to find something you want at an affordable price.
Not only does Big Lots have a lot to offer, but you can also score some great deals on everyday items this month. Whether you’re shopping online or in person, you could save even more by becoming a Big Lots member. But even if you’re not a member, you can often find manufacturer coupons and promotional offers that’ll get you some major savings — sometimes up to 20% off or more.
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So, what are some of the best Big Lots buys to save you money in May? Here are some of the big ones.
Alexandria Gray Chenille Sofa
Price: $499.99 ($699.99 regular)
Need a new sofa for your living room? The Alexandria Gray Chenille Sofa is comfortable and has a contemporary style that’ll go great with most other furnishings. It even comes with four accent pillows and reversible cushions.
Plus, the upholstery consists of polyester chenille fabric that’s fairly easy to clean. Some customers indicated that it was larger than expected, which they noted as a plus.
As for savings, it’s currently available at a major discount. It’s also approximately 50% cheaper than similar offerings at other retailers.
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Coolsense Gel Memory Foam Mattress-In-A-Box
Price: $299.99-$499.99, depending on size
Highly rated with 4.4 stars out of 340 customer reviews, this gel memory foam mattress is everything you need in a bed. It’s comfortable, reliable and easy to spot clean.
The three-inch top level uses Nugel-infused memory foam that increases airflow while you sleep while also contouring to your body. For even more comfort, you get seven inches of support foam.
As with any mattress, the larger sizes are going to cost more than the smaller ones. You’re still getting a great deal, however. The twin mattress option is 35% less than elsewhere, while the queen is 29% cheaper than a comparable option somewhere else.
White Lattice 5-Piece Cushioned Patio Dining Set
Price: $599.99
Spring and summer are the perfect time to start setting up your outdoor furniture, so you can enjoy your outside living space with friends or family members — or even on your own, if you’re looking for a quiet moment.
While not currently on sale, the White Lattice 5-Piece Cushioned Patio Dining Set from Big Lots is another great buy this May. This classic set comes with a round table and four matching chairs — each of which includes an easy-to-wash cushion. Each piece in this set consists of PVC and powder-coated steel and is both weather-resistant and highly durable.
Depending on when you shop, you could get up to 20% off on this and similar furniture sets from Big Lots. This means you could be saving even more on what could already be a great deal.
60-inch Capstan Black Oak TV Stand
Price: $79.99
Unless you’ve opted for a wall-mounted television, chances are you’re going to need a reliable TV stand. But while TV stands can be expensive, especially if you go for the larger ones, you can still find some everyday low prices on them at Big Lots.
Take the 60-inch Capstan Black Oak TV Stand as an example. It’s simple, sturdy, functional and can support up to 65-inch televisions weighing up to 70 pounds. It also has a simple aesthetic that can transform or complete your living or entertainment room.
Plus, it’s got six compartments to store nearly anything you need. Whether you have a Nintendo Switch, books or old movies, you can use the extra space to put them exactly where you need them.
Comparatively, you can expect to spend around $99.99 on something similar at another retailer. This means that even when this item isn’t on sale, you could still be looking at 20% savings.
Willowton Whitewash Dresser
Price: $499.99
Even if you hang up most of your clothes, having a large dresser is a huge plus for things like nightclothes, spare sheets and pillow cases, linens and even some smaller personal items.
At Big Lots, you can pick up this Willowton Whitewash Dresser for roughly 44% less than what you’d find elsewhere. And that’s not accounting for the fact that it’s often found on sale for up to 20% off its normal listing price.
This dresser is more than aesthetically pleasing and functional. It’s also highly rated, with 4.7 stars out of over 1,200 customer reviews. It has a beautiful, two-tone whitewash finish that gives it an antique look — in the best way. It also boasts decorative handles for convenient use.
Gray Alister Stripe Comforter Set
Price: $29.99 (twin, full and queen) or $34.99 (king)
Ready to swap out your old bedspread for something new? This May at Big Lots, you can get this modern, sleek Gray Alister Stripe Comforter Set for a steal.
It comes in all the standard sizes — twin, twin XL, full, queen and king. It also comes complete with a comforter, sham, flat sheet, fitted sheet, pillow case and decorative pillow.
As for the savings potential, it’s about 45% less than what you’d find elsewhere.
Pick A Size Paper Towels
Price: $9.79
If you haven’t quite done your spring cleaning yet, don’t worry — Big Lots has you covered. You can grab a pack of Pick A Size Paper Towels by Sparkle for under $10 for eight mega rolls. In comparison, Target sells six mega rolls from Bounty for $22.49.
Affordable and functional? It’s hard to go wrong.
These particular paper towels even have separate “thirst pockets” that make them durable and tear-resistant, even during more intensive cleaning sessions. And since they’re mega rolls, each one’s about twice the size of a standard roll and comes with 110 sheets.
And while you’re already shopping for spring cleaning supplies, why not pick up this Lysol Lemon Breeze All Purpose Cleaner for just $2.99? It contains 19 fluid ounces and can kill 99.9% of germs, so it’s sure to do the job.
28-inch Anderson Slat Gas Fire Pit
Price: $269.99
It’s not on sale right now, but this 28-inch Anderson Slat Gas Fire Pit is still reasonably priced. It’s also simple, decorative and functional — the perfect addition to any patio or backyard. It incorporates lava rock, a black steel base, a protective cover and a 50,000 BTU stainless steel burner, so you’ll be warm even on unseasonably chilly nights.
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