B&M Rugs: Cheap AND Valuable
B&M rugs are one of those timeless pieces of furniture now treasured in our houses. You may have one of those in your living room, right now!
Britons love them. They are valuable, stylish and sturdy and, most importantly, you don’t have to make Billie Faiers’ net worth to afford one.
Do you want to learn more about this item and how you can find the best deal for your next B&M rugs? Let’s find out together.
What Is The Story Of B&M?
B&M rugs are famous and ore one of the most valuable pieces in many Britons houses. However, what you may not know is that the discount retailer was first founded in 1978 by Malcolm Billington. The businessman opened his first shop in Cleveleys, Lancashire.
Source/ The Sun
In December 2004, Simon and Bobby Arora from Phildrew Investments bought the retailer. This was when the shop became a proper empire. After only a couple of years, the business took on the GlynWebb chain of DIY stores, turning into the now famous and well-known B&M Homestore format.
What Does The Name B&M Mean?
The retail chain was initially known as Billington & Mayman, after the man behind the successful business. However, it was later shortened to B&M, which also refers to Bargain Madness and describes what customers expect from their favourite shop.
Source/ Retail Gazette
What Made B&M Rugs Successful?
Year after year, the retailer acquired additional stores, such as Kwik Save, Woolworths and Au-Naturales.
In 2012, B&M opened its 300th branch in the UK. At that point, almost everyone in the country owed a B&M rug already, or any of the other cheap pieces of furniture sold by this chain.
Currently, there are over 500 B&M high street and out of town stores across the UK. The company is committed to offering good deals to its customers. For example, how can we forget about the two-for-£20 toys discounted to £4?
B&M Rugs Are Stylish: Don’t Miss B&M’s Sparkle Rug – now £14.99
In 2019, Britons went literally crazy for B&M latest addition to its available rugs. In fact, last July the shop officially launched its own glittery carpets, which are now treasured in many houses in the UK. Yes, even your relatives or your neighbours may have one, and they may be enjoying looking at its shiny pattern at this very moment.
Source/ B&M Website
It all started when a woman posted a clip of her new B&M rug on a Facebook group dedicated to coupons and bargains in the UK. After a few hours, the post reached more than 400 likes, and hundreds of users commented to share their opinion about this unique piece of art.
For example, a couple advocated that the rug could have been a “good sensory feel” for their autistic son. The idea was later confirmed by another user, who explained how her daughter with learning disabilities found playing on the rug stimulating and funny.
The only downside of this item? It wasn’t available online and, after a few months from its launch, it may be challenging to find any piece in your closest B&M shop.
Looking For Something Unusual? Take A Look At B&M’s Shaggy Rug – now £100
If you checked on the B&M rugs selection online or in shops a couple of weeks ago, you might have noticed a new piece. Even those who don’t have Amanda Holden’s net worth were granted the opportunity to add a touch of style to their living rooms.
Source/ Mrs Hinch Instagram
This time, the famous retailer launched some cute shaggy rugs, available in a trio of shades… and which cost only £2! The item, initially available for £5, was discounted for a short time as a part of the shop Specialbuys.
Everybody Love B&M Rugs
Even Mrs Hinch rushed to buy her rug, especially the shaggy one. Yes, that Mrs Hinch. If you like spending your time on Instagram you surely have already heard of Sophie Hinchcliffe, famous for sharing her quick and easy home cleaning hacks on her socials. The influencer welcomed these rugs in her home, describing them as:
“Ideal for living rooms and bedrooms, the soft pile offers a beautifully cushioned feel.”
What About Plush Rugs? Take A Look At B&M’s Plush Rug – now £5
Among B&M rugs latest additions, it is impossible not to mention the plush rugs. As usual, they are available in a host of colours and sizes to suit any of our houses.
For this launch, B&M shared a pic of the rugs in store, showing the different array of colours available, from a vibrant giraffe-like pattern to a classier grey.
The caption was short and snappy:
“Turns out you can never have too many rugs!!”
Apparently, many people agree, as the post reached more than 740k comments in a few hours!
How To Spot The Best Deals
One of the reasons why shoppers love B&M rugs is their price. They are cheap and valuable, as well as convenient for any environment.
However, there may be even more ways to save money when shopping at B&M. Recently, someone shared on a Facebook group dedicated to bargains her particular way to find hidden discounts at this retailer.
Source/ Facebook Group (Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK)
Allegedly, the trick is simple. All you need to do is find your desired item in one of the B&M stores, and scan the bar code on the app on your phone.
A B&M App?
Yes! Shopping at the budget retailer had become even easier when the company launched its own free app in 2018.
With this app, you can scan the barcodes of B&M rugs and other items to see if they are cheaper online or if there are any discounts available.
Source/ Hedgehog Lab
Facebook and social media users fell in love with this app since the very first moment. For example, someone posted on a popular Facebook group:
“We went and used this today had great fun with my nephew hunting for mis-priced stuff. Got a £10 onesie for £3, so was well chuffed.”
Should You Download The App?
The app is easy to use and will also come in handy to check on the newest arrivals in store directly from the safety of your sofa. The only thing you must notice is that the app requires to be connected to the Internet. Otherwise, not all the prices will be up to date, and the bar code scanner will not work correctly.
A Brand Growing Constantly
B&M managers never fail to demonstrate their business acumen. In 2018, the company posted a 25 per cent growth in its pre-tax profit, as shared by the chief executive Simon Arora. Sharing his opinion about the company’s results, Aurora said:
“B&M has delivered another set of strong results by doing what we do best, which is providing great value week-in, week-out on the things customers buy regularly for their homes and families.”
The Perfect (And Cheaper) Alternative
Over the past few months, many customers have spotted some singular items at their local B&M shops. This includes pieces of furniture, including the popular B&M rugs, which look (almost) identical to other more costly brands.
It is the case of one of the new collections, dedicated to the different shades of pink. Every piece, from the dinner set to the cute rugs, are very similar to those sold at Next. However, B&M items are way cheaper, and they feature pink, purple and beige colours.
The same happened just a month ago when B&M launched its new scented candle. This time, the item reminds of the candle sold by Jo Malone.
If you enjoy saving money and always finding the best deal, again B&M stand out as the perfect treasure trove for every bargain hunter!
Why Should You Buy B&M Rugs?
Nowadays, B&M is one of the most renowned high street hotspots for those who wish to decorate their home without spending a fortune. It is also one of the best places to find some of the most valuable bargains in the UK.
Source/ Coventry Telegraph
Simon Aurora, the mind behind B&M rugs and the whole brand’s success, recently commented:
“The business is well placed for continued profitable, long-term growth. In a retail sector beset by structural challenges B&M’s unique, disruptive model stands out as a success story.”
We can advocate that these rugs are the perfect pieces to decorate your home efficiently and without the need to make James Corden’s net worth!
