Big Lots, Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates as a broadline closeout retailer in the United States. The company offers its products under four merchandising categories: consumables, home, seasonal and toys, and other. The consumables category includes food, health and beauty, plastics, paper, and pet departments. The home category includes domestics and home decor departments. Seasonal and toys category includes toys, lawn and garden, trim-a-tree, and various holiday-oriented departments. The other category primarily includes electronics, apparel, home maintenance, small appliances, and tools. As of February 3, 2007, Big Lots operated 1,375 stores in 47 states. The company was founded in 1967 and is based in Columbus, Ohio.