Dollar Store items, junk or treasures
Dollar stores and popping up everywhere these days. Most of them advertise that everything in the store is $1 or less. It seems like a great deal, but is the stuff you find at these stores really worth $1 or are they just selling junk?
In my opinion dollar discount stores are just like every other type of store, there are great deals to be found but you have to really watch what you purchase. Even popular bulk wholesale stores may seem cheaper than regular retail stores when in reality just because you are buying bulk doesn’t mean you are saving money. Also, you have to consider what you are purchasing and the quality of the items.
Many of the items you find in a dollar store are more expensive than you could find at a regular retail store. For example candy items are often $1 and can be purchased at a supermarket for much less than $1. They however sell many of these overpriced items because you think it’s a great deal.
There are are however many great deals to be found in these dollar discount stores. Here is a list of our familys top 5 favorite items to purchase at dollar stores:- Cleaning Supplies – You usually won’t find name brand cleaning supplies at dollar stores unless it is a discontinued item, but you will find their cousin counterparts. Most basic cleaning supplies have similar ingredients and they get the job done for most everyday chores.
- Bathroom Supplies – Many common smaller bathroom items such as mats, caddies and shower curtains can be found at dollar stores for a fraction of the price.
- Gardening Tools and supplies - You won’t find top quality gardening tools at a dollar store but for those of us who only do gardening as a hobby you will find your needs met. Gardening gloves, decorations, pots and much more can be found at dollar stores and they still get the job done.
- Household Tools – These tools aren’t for the serious carpenter but for the occassional picture hanger, nail puller, screwdriver you’ll find a great deal on these handy tools.
- Gift Cards, Thank You Cards, Notecards and stationary – Most paper products are a great deal at dollar stores. Especially look for out of season cards and stationary to use for next year. You can get a lot of bang for your buck.
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