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The Sun
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Parents ‘need' £7.99 Home Bargains buy that keeps babies cool – it ‘works wonders' & can be clipped onto cots or prams
PARENTS are racing to their nearest Home Bargains store, desperate to nab a purse-friendly product that will keep babies cool as the temperatures soar. So with the weather continuing to leave us all feeling hot and bothered, if you're desperately searching for ways to cool your little ones down, you won't want to miss this. 4 4 One mother was left overjoyed after browsing the aisles in her local Home Bargains, when she spotted a cheap find that's perfect for summer. Not only is it said to 'work wonders', but it can be clipped onto prams, cots or even car seats too. Thrilled with her find, Billie-May Rogers eagerly raced to social media to alert others to her find, leaving many totally stunned. Posting on Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK, a private Facebook group with 2.6 million members, Billie-May uploaded snaps of her new Pifco Clip-On Fan, which she attached to her child's pushchair. Alongside the post, the savvy shopper beamed: 'To parents in this heat - £7.99 in Home Bargains. 'Chargeable and much stronger than the baby clip on ones (mine broke after one use). 'Clips on to the pram and fully rotational.' Thanks to the Pifco Clip-On Fan, which is available in three colours - black, grey and white - your little darlings are sure to stay cool wherever they go. According to the product listing, this bargain buy is 'portable, wireless, and rechargeable' and it is said to 'easily clip onto any surface'. Not only does it offer a refreshing breeze with its 360° tilt function, but it's perfect for those hot days or stuffy spaces too. And it's clear that Facebook users were clearly left impressed by the affordable fan, as Billie-May's post has quickly amassed 464 likes and 920 comments in just 15 hours. One person said: 'Need this.' Five ways to keep your kids cool in the heat IT can be really difficult - and costly - to keep kids cool when it's hot outside. But Fabulous Digital Senior Reporter and mum-of-two Sarah Bull shares five ways to help, and they won't break the budget either. Strip them off It might sound simple, but stripping kids off at home can really help them regulate their temperature when it's warm outside. Just remember to regularly apply suncream, as more of their skin will be exposed to the sun. Cool down bedrooms before nighttime When it's hot outside, it can be difficult for kids to go to sleep - especially if their bedroom feels like an oven. If you have a room that's not in direct sunshine, keep the windows open to let in a breeze. It's also a good idea to keep the curtains closed, to prevent the room from heating up. Wear a hat Another simple technique, but one that really works. Make sure that if your kids are playing outside, they've got a hat on. It keeps their face and head shielded from the sun, and also helps if you've got a little one who struggles with bright sunlight. If your tot struggles to keep a hat on, try one with a strap that goes under the chin to help. Avoid the car The car can be one of the hottest places during a heatwave, and often takes a long time to cool down. If you have the option, it's better to stay at home rather than taking kids out anywhere in a hot car. Stay hydrated This is always important, but even more so in a heatwave. Make sure you're regularly reminding your kids to have a drink, and top them up with cool liquids whenever you can. Use ice too to ensure it's as cold as it can possibly be. Another added: 'This looks good.' Whilst a third person tagged a bargain hunter and begged: 'Please grab me one of these!' At the same time, many happy shoppers eagerly raced to the comments to share their rave reviews on the affordable fans. One parent commented: 'Got one of these two years ago for my toddler and it's a godsend!!' How to keep cool in a heatwave Most of us welcome hot weather, but when it's too hot, there are health risks. Here are three ways to keep cool according to the NHS... Keep out of the heat if you can. If you have to go outside, stay in the shade especially between 11am and 3pm, wear sunscreen, a hat and light clothes, and avoid exercise or activity that makes you hotter. Cool yourself down. Have cold food and drinks, avoid alcohol, caffeine and hot drinks, and have a cool shower or put cool water on your skin or clothes. Keep your living space cool. Close windows during the day and open them at night when the temperature outside has gone down. Electric fans can help if the temperature is below 35 degrees. Check the temperature of rooms, especially where people at higher risk live and sleep. A second user claimed: 'Best thing I brought two years ago and still going now.' Someone else beamed: 'Yep mine's brilliant, best I've bought. Side of bed, back of car for dog and on him in his bed.' Meanwhile, one Home Bargains fan shared: 'I have two of these, work wonders.'
Daily Record
a day ago
- Daily Record
I tried a £20 Home Bargains fan - it's a lifesaver during a heatwave
The fan is a must-have for the summer months and has been a "godsend" during the hot nights As the weather stays warm this week, many are on the hunt for ways to keep cool. I've always had a bit of a struggle finding the right temperature regardless of the weather; I'm always too hot or too cold. However, I may have finally stumbled upon an effective solution. Last year, I purchased a £19.99 fan from Home Bargains and brought it out of storage this week to combat the heatwave. It's been an absolute godsend. The fan is cool, compact, and quiet, proving itself to be an essential item I couldn't do without. The Pifco 32" Oscillating Tower Fan is also remarkably affordable given what it offers, particularly when compared to the hefty price tags often associated with similar devices. Standing at approximately 84cm tall, the fan is discreet enough to fit into any room and compact enough to stow away when not in use. It packs more punch than a desk fan or some of the smaller devices you'll find on the high street, though it might not quite match up to a Dyson or Shark product. Nonetheless, the tower fan still boasts a respectable strength, emitting an impressive amount of airflow, making it suitable for almost any situation. It features three speed settings and an oscillating function. Incredibly user-friendly, the fan is controlled by a dial on the top and can be set to levels one, two, or three, either in a fixed position or oscillating. It's powered by the mains, making it easy to relocate to different rooms in your home. The fan's three impressive speeds allow me to adjust it based on my comfort level and the room temperature. I can set it to one for a gentle breeze while working at my desk, increase the speed when I'm moving around the house, or crank it up to three during those exceptionally warm nights that make sleep almost impossible. I can vouch for its quiet operation; it emits only a soft hum, low enough not to disturb my sleep, reports the Mirror. However, the product is let down by its rather short power cable. At just about a metre long, it poses a challenge if your plug sockets are spaced out. This £19.99 fan is a fantastic purchase and is available in Home Bargains stores now. If it's out of stock at your local store or you don't mind waiting a few days, the retailer also sells the fan online. 'hassle free' returns to its stores. Home Bargains offers a variety of other fans as well, including the £16.99 Pifco 16" Stand Fan or the smaller Pifco 14" Oscillating Tower Fan for £14.99. For those who prefer a more compact, personal cooling device, there's the £2.99 Pifco 4" USB Mini Desk Fan or the Pifco Clip-On Fan, priced at £7.99.
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Daily Mirror
I tried a £19.99 Home Bargains fan - now I can't live without it
With another heatwave underway, now is the ideal time to get your hands on a fan to help bring the temperature down in your home With temperatures high - and staying that way - this week, many people will be desperately looking for ways to stay cool. I've always struggled with finding the right temperature no matter the weather; I'm always too hot or too cold. However, I might have finally found a good solution. I bought a £19.99 fan from Home Bargains last year and pulled it out of winter retirement this week to deal with a heatwave. And what a lifesaver it has been. Cool, compact and quiet, the fan has proven to be a must-have that I couldn't live without. The Pifco 32" Oscillating Tower Fan is also incredibly cheap for what you get, especially considering the high price tags often attached to similar devices. The fan stands around 84cm tall, making it discreet enough to have in any room and compact enough to store away when not being used. It is much more powerful that a desk fan or some of the smaller devices you'll find on the high street, but may not be quite as impressive as a Dyson or Shark product. However, the tower fan is still relatively strong, releasing an impressive amount of airflow, making it perfect for use in almost any situation. It comes with three speed settings and an oscillating function. Super easy to use, the fan is operated using a dial on the top, and can be set to levels one, two or three, in a fixed position or oscillating. It is mains powered, making it easy to move around into different rooms in your home. The three impressive speeds mean I can swap and change depending on how I feel or how warm it is. I can keep it on one to enjoy a gentle breeze when I'm working at my desk, ramp it up if I'm busy around the house, or switch it up to three for those incredibly warm evenings when I'm struggling to sleep. I can also confirm that it really is quiet and it just emits just a gentle hum, so low that I'm able to sleep through it. However, the only thing that lets the product down is the somewhat short power cable. It is only around a metre long, which makes it difficult for those with plug sockets that are few and far between. The £19.99 fan is a great buy and can be snapped up in Home Bargains stores now. If your local store doesn't have stock or you don't mind waiting a few days, the retailer stocks the fan online too. Some shoppers could be eligible for Home Bargains' free Saver Delivery option when spending £100 online. The retailer offers 'hassle free' returns to stores too. Home Bargains also stocks a range of other fans, including the £16.99 Pifco 16" Stand Fan or the smaller Pifco 14" Oscillating Tower Fan for £14.99. For those who prefer a much smaller, personal cooling device, there's the £2.99 Pifco 4" USB Mini Desk Fan or the Pifco Clip-On Fan, priced at £7.99.
The Sun
12-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Home Bargains shoppers race to buy £5 gadget that'll keep you cool through the hot weather and cut energy bills
SHOPPERS are rushing to Home Bargains to snap up a summer must-have that promises to beat the heat – and it costs less than a fiver. The Pifco Hands-Free Wearable Neck Fan, priced at just £4.99, is flying off shelves – and it's not your average fan. Unlike clunky desk fans that chomp through electricity, this clever wearable version slips around your neck and blows cooling air directly at your face, saving on energy bills while keeping you chilled on the go. It features dual adjustable fans, multiple speed settings and a quiet motor – making it ideal for heatwaves, sweaty commutes or just pottering in the garden. on a run, but they're also useful if you want to stay cool at home. At just under a fiver, it's a steal compared to similar models: Boots Wearable Neck Fan – £15.99 Valiant Wireless Neck Fan at B&Q – £14.99 Blaupunkt Cordless Neck Fan at B&M – £10 That's a saving of up to £11 with the Home Bargains version. Plus, because it's USB rechargeable, there's no need to keep replacing batteries – meaning it's cheaper to run than a traditional fan over summer. It is important to remember to always shop around when buying something like this as you might find a cheaper alternative. Websites like Trolley and Price Spy let you compare thousands of products across different retailers to find the best price. Shoppers race to Home Bargains for huge £51 saving on a posh beauty buy & a £1.99 must have Price Spy even lets you see how much an item has cost over time, so you can see if the current price is a good deal. A quick scan on the Google Shopping/Product tab will also bring up how much retailers are selling a certain item for too. Previous sales Last month, bargain supermarket Aldi launched a gorgeous new garden must-have Decorative Table for just £14.99, perfect for creating your own Mediterranean retreat. Recent Specialbuys from the discounter has also included the popular solar lights range. As well as a cheaper alternative to the Karcher pressure washer by some £80. Elsewhere, B&M released a number of garden furniture, this included a Sienna double egg chair which retails for £250. It also released the Paris 2-Seater Pod Chair is on sale also priced at £250. Recently, Argos slashed its prices on a massive range of outdoor and DIY essentials, with discounts of up to £60. Three weeks ago, Wilko knocked down prices on patio sets, lounge chairs, and bistro sets. How to save money at Home Bargains Knowing when to pick up products is one way to save money at Home Bargains. Visiting your local branch at the right time of day, week and year can help you pick up bargains from as little as 69p. We spoke to Tom Church, a shopping expert who reveals the best times to visit the store to bag a bargain. Also join any shopper bargain Facebook groups such as Extreme Couponing and Bargains, as people love to share the news when they have bagged a cheap deal. Be sure to look out for seasonal stock too, like most retailers, Home Bargains shashes its prices after big public holidays such as Christmas and Easter. 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 and are just two sites that round up promotions by retailer. Scanner apps are useful to have on your phone. 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.
Scottish Sun
27-04-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Home Bargains is selling a garden essential for a third of the price of Screwfix – it helps with security too
You can choose from two versions LET THERE BE LIGHT LET THERE BE LIGHT Home Bargains is selling a garden essential for a third of the price of Screwfix – it helps with security too Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) HOMEOWNERS can brighten up their gardens and driveways with a great deal from Home Bargains. The discount retailer is selling LED floodlights for a third of the price of other hardware stores like Screwfix. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Home Bargains' Pifco LED floodlight delivers a cool white glow Credit: Home Bargains 2 The Screwfix outdoor LED Floodlight comes in a die-cast aluminium body Credit: Screwfix Instead of Screwfix's LAP Weyburn Outdoor LED Floodlight which costs £14.99, Home Bargains has their Pifco LED Floodlight going for £4.99. Not only can they provide mains powered floodlighting to illuminate the garden or driveway, but also a clever and "effective deterrent against intruders" which can enhance overall safety to a property. At a similar size to the Screwfix LED floodlights with dimensions of 16 x 14 x 5cm, Home Bargain's lights are also described to be durable and waterproof. They contain 2700 lumens at 30 Watts, near to the 3000 lumens of the floodlight from Screwfix. Home Bargains also have the PIR version of their Pifco LED floodlight, which still costs a relatively low £7.99. This means a motion-sensor can be added to the light to detect movement, as well as being more energy-efficient. With even greater safety measures for a property, "the energy saving PIR sensor is ideal to instantly detect motion and illuminate potential security threats." Home Bargains also have a number of other garden lights going for cheap with various purposes, from being decoration to providing extra lighting. Other items include: Pifco Ultra Thing Rechargeable Motion Sensor Light 30cm - £.399 Pifco Ultra Thin Rechargeable Motion Sensor Light 30cm - £3.99 Firefly Solar Light Rock x2 - £5.98 Firefly Motion Sensor LED Security Solar Light - £5.99 Firefly Stainless Steel Wall Solar Light - £7.99 Firefly Motion Sensor Security Solar Light - £9.99 Savvy woman shares how she creates more drying space inside with £2.99 Home Bargains buy & it even works outside too Customers have previously praised garden lights they have acquired from Home Bargains. Some took to social media to say: "I've had mine outside for years, and I'm definitely buying more." Despite costing under £5, Home Bargains' lights are known to withstand various weather conditions and "create stunning outdoor illuminations". They are useful for the safety of homes, as well as enjoying outdoor summer events at the home, or evening barbecues.
