Retailers often offer products used in their visual merchandising for sale. This can include mannequins, shelving, signage holders, and other fixtures. For example, a store might sell the decorative baskets used to display towels or the stands used to showcase jewelry. This practice allows the retailer to recoup some costs associated with store displays and offers customers access to unique, commercially-designed items.
The availability of these items can benefit both the retailer and the consumer. The retailer gains an additional revenue stream and reduces waste by selling rather than discarding used displays. Consumers can acquire interesting pieces for home or business use, often at discounted prices. This practice also has a historical precedent, with some antique and vintage store displays becoming highly collectible.