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1. Grab a pair of plug-in wall sconces that don't require *any* electrical work! Not only do they look elevated as hell, but they make it so you don't have to use your cellphone flashlight to search for the remote that's always lost in your duvet cover. Â
Promising review: "These are perfect. They look great, work exactly like I need them to, and in our apartment, enable us to have reading lamps without a rewiring job since they just plug in. They also came with cute Edison-looking bulbs that fit in the sconce perfectly and match the look of the light very nicely. We're super pleased." âKindle Customer
Get it from Amazon for $35.56+Â (available in three finishes).
2. Give your bed a makeover by replacing your stained comforter with a stark white duvet cover. It'll make your space feel uber bright and clean even if there's a week's worth of laundry hiding on the side of your bed.
Promising review: "I will admit I was very skeptical about this duvet cover but as soon as I put it on my mind was blown!! So soft, so comfortable, and looks amazing. Makes for a very neat clean bed!" âTonio
Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in sizes TwinâCalifornia King and in 14 colors).Â
3. Place a flat outlet plug behind furniture or in other areas where you'd like to eliminate some cord clutter.
Promising review: "Very, very nice. I am a renter so putting a huge hole in the wall to hide my wires was not going to happen. After searching for something that could help with the look of the wires in my living room, I was glad to have come across this socket! I love it. I just installed it last night, Iâm extremely happy with the look and the adhesive works really good. I highly recommend it :)" âNlizr
Get it from Amazon for $23.95+ (available in seven different lengths/configurations).
4. Install dimmable under-cabinet light strips to instantly add ambiance to any space you see fit, be it your kitchen, closet, desk, or wardrobe. They're also remote controlled, so you can turn on the wow factor even if you're comfortable on the couch.
Each kit comes with six pre-cut LED light strips (9.8 feet in total) and adhesive strips for mounting. The 17-key remote can control basic functions like turning the lights on/off, setting a timer, dimming the lights, etc. Plus, it works at distances up to 60 feet.Â
Promising review: "Awesome product!! I love the ease of installation and the extra included pieces for a good fit. Perfect for adding some much-needed light to my dark kitchen. Dimmable and comes with a remote! There's no downside!" âBreezy Lady
Get a set of six from Amazon for $17.84+Â (available in three colors).Â
5. Throw down an area rug that'll not only transform any room it's in, but also save you hundreds in the long run as it's MACHINE WASHABLE. Because let's be real, we've all been eating a Chipotle burrito and gotten to that part where it feels safe to take the rest of the tinfoil off only for it to rip open and expel sour cream, salsa, and rice all over you and the floor.Â
I bought this after spending a wildddddd amount of money on other rugs that quickly stained and fell victim to my children â two demon cats that I love more than the world but they scratch the ish out of my rugs. This has basically no "pile" length, so they aren't able to grab onto anything or pull it which is the first major win for me. Next, it seriously doesn't stain. I've spilled drinks and dripped ketchup and ofc the cats have puked and so far, nothing has stuck after a lil' spritz with a rug cleaner. It also sticks really easily to the rug pad (thanks to a non-slip backing). It'll be wrinkled when you first get it, but fear not because after a few days it relaxes and ultimately doesn't move around, which is key. All in all, I am obsessed and have now replaced all the rugs in my home these.Â
Get it from Rugs USA for $72+ (originally $180+; available in six sizes).Â
6. Transfer your hand soaps into amber dispensers because if you're anything like me, nothing makes you feel richer than a label-less bottle (even if they're just filled with Dial).
Promising review: "These are amazing soap dispensers. The amber glass is sturdy and strong, and the pump works great. They're easy to fill and they look so good on your bathroom or kitchen countertop. Highly recommend!" âEmily
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $14.99+Â (available in five different pump colors).
7. Cover select windows with 3D window film to add some extra privacy and create a kaleidoscopic light show whenever the sun rises.
Each tile you buy is peel-and-stick, so it's super easy to use!
Promising review: "Not only is this functional, it is SO pretty. It gives my bathroom a totally serene feel. It's easy to install â there IS a film on the back that must be removed. On a corner, use a piece of tape on the front and one on the back, and pull apart until the film comes off. Note: The film is clear; the rainbow effect comes from light being refracted by the film." âStephanie Graham
Get it from Amazon for $9.98+ (available in nine sizes).
To learn more about this, check out "Everyone Should Consider Getting This Window Film And Filling Their Home With Rainbows."
8. Hang a set of airy floor-length curtains that'll let in alllll the light. Plus, you can dramatically part them each morning as you drink your first cup of coffee and listen to The Daily.Â
Promising review: "I love these curtains. They are beautiful, sturdy, washable, and affordable!!! They are perfect for our master bedroom. I was honestly expecting cheap curtains, but are great! They don't dim out the sun as much, but that is okay with me â just what I was looking for." âMarlene
Get a single panel from Amazon for $8.93+ (available in six sizes and 16 colors).
9. Hide the cables that trail down from your mounted TV with a discreet cord cover. Since you rent, you sadly can't punch a hole in the wall to hide them HGTV style, but this works too.
I just got one of these to hide the cords behind my TV which have been bugging me for a ~literal year.~ Idk why I waited so long because putting it up was so simple. I got the largest size and it fits three different cords. Tbh I couldn't tell you which cords â sound bar? HDMI? etc. â but they're pretty thick and this has no trouble hiding them.
Promising review: "This is the perfect solution for hiding a cord! It looks like it is just a part of the base board. Mine is covering a cable wire only, but I think they are big enough to hide more than one cord if needed. I didnât cut mine, and I bought two. You can tell where the two meet if you look closely. However, I do not think anyone would notice. I canât believe I let our cable cord sit across the floor for this long. I wish I would have found these sooner!" âAmazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in three sizes and five colors).
10. Pick up a grout pen that'll deposit long-lasting, nontoxic ink sure to erase years of stains. If you've scrubbed, scrubbed, and scrubbed some more â all without result â then submit to the stains and just get this.
Promising review: "Holy cow! I never thought my stained grout would look so good! These pens are so amazing. After a little priming, they go forever! They cover very well and are super easy to use and cover the darkest of stains! I am buying four more to cover the rest of the house. The tip does not get into the very end of a line due to the border, but I prime it a bit for excess paint and push it in with my finger. Also, this is great for those deep small holes or grooves that are in the tile that leave dirt spots that are almost impossible to get out. Just prime it over the hole and rub it in with your finger and wipe off the rest. I have very light beige tile, and the beige color pens blend perfectly. I would NOT recommend white unless you have very while tile. This beige will blend well with white as well. Cannot beat it for the price and the amazing job this pen does. One pen will cover about a 3x20-foot area no problem." âNatJH
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+Â (available with narrow or wide tip).
11. Opt for a spa-like bamboo bath mat so you can toss that microfiber one that never quite dries and leaves your compact washroom smelling musty.Â
Promising review: "Really appealing to the eye, looks great in our bathroom. Have not had any issues with cleaning it in the two+ years or so that we have had it. No mold growth or anything which is a pleasant relief compared to some other mats that sit directly on the ground. The water tends to pool up underneath (especially when your husband jumps straight out of the shower without a towel) but a quick towel dry will help that. Overall well-manufactured product that can withstand 250 pounds of weight without breaking. I recommend it." âD.E. Crossen
Get it from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in three sizes and two colors).Â
12. Pick up a tube of peel-and-stick contact paper that â when applied with a lil' finesse â can totally pass as stainless steel. White refrigerator? We don't know her.Â
13. Slap a set of removable tile decals over tired stairs. They look like legit tiles sourced from Portugal or Morocco but they take less than 10 minutes to apply.
Quadrostyle is a woman-founded brand from Aussie designer Gabrielle Morabia. With operations based in Bali and an HQ in the South of France, Quadrostyle embraces all corners of the globe and takes inspiration from the traditional tiles found in the Mediterranean, Latin America, and Scandinavia.
Promising review: "What a great upgrade to my very old, tired stairs â the product shipped quickly, was very forgiving as I worked with it, and it only took a couple of hours to complete the project. I couldn't be happier with how it turned out!" âValerie
Get it from Quadrostyle on Etsy for $12.84+ (available in six heights and two finishes).
14. Invest in fancy new switch plate covers cause if you live in a rental like me, chances are your existing ones are covered in what TikTok likes to call the "landlord special" â approx. 46 coats of chipping paint.
I just got one of these (those are my photos above) and I am a v happy customer. While I'm not ready to shell out $15 a piece for the other 30+ switches in my apartment, just doing this one in my living room â where I have a gallery wall of prints in similar gold and brass frames â really made a difference! And should I come into any surprise money, I would definitely invest in more down the line.Â
Promising review: "These are absolutely beautiful! If I ever move, I'm taking them with me. You may think they're a little pricey, but they're REALLY heavy and far nicer than the stuff you find at the local hardware store. I bought the switch plate, outlet plates, and even a blank plate to cover an old electrical box left behind by DIRECTV." âKarebow
Get it from Amazon for $15+ (available in seven finishes).Â
15. Or, if those are too ornate for your taste, go for a 10-pack of simple white outlet covers that'll do the same job (and for roughly a buck each).Â
Promising review: "Changed out all my wall plates...makes a difference when scanning a room. Everything looks in order! These are thin plates which 'hug' the wall. My house is 20 years old....so the wall plates were what they were using back then in terms of materials and aesthetics. These are much improved!" âfractalsrule
Get a pack of 10 from Amazon for $10.19+ (available in five colors).
16. Pick up a set of three modern pillow covers that look like you bought each of them individually and thoughtfully so as to make sure they all suit each other. Ofc looks are deceiving and the reality is much simpler â they come in a pre-curated pack.
Promising review: "I LOVE these pillow cases. Iâve been shopping around for something with a boho touch for a while and finally found these. I love that I can take them off to wash. They feel great and are made with great quality. The price point you canât beat either for three pillow cases. I would definitely recommend!" âJosh
Get the three-piece set from Amazon for $22.95.
17. Hang a sleek, floor-length mirror with room to store all of the stinky shoes you don't want sitting out by your front door. You know, the Chucks, Tom's, and Rothys that you absolutely *love*, but don't want guests smelling the second they walk through your door.
18. Get your bookshelf or media stand back to its original form by hiding routers, cords, and cables in a faux book display. Trust me, no one will be the wiser.Â
Covogoods is a Utah-based, woman-founded small business that specializes in storage solutions crafted from up-cycled books.
Not every display will have the exact books shown above but if you want to check out the titles ahead of time, select 'YES, preview books' when checking out and enable Amazon notifications so the seller can send you a pic!
Promising review: "Iâm pretty sure Iâve never loved a purchase from Amazon as much as I love this one, and Iâve been a Prime member since Day 1. This product is EXTREMELY well made and very unique. Plus, it does the job of hiding the ugly routers and cords. And the customer service was great and responsive. I was a little hesitant to spend the money on this but after years of living with the husbandâs pile of technology, the money was well spent!" âAmazonEmme
19. Replace the dinged up knobs that came on your childhood dresser/builder-grade kitchen cabinets with a new set of acrylic drawer pulls. If my mom has taught me anything, it's to press pause on throwing out old furniture and see what new hardware can do instead.
20. Or â if your home is full of Ikea furniture (no shame in that game, btw) â check out high-end sofa legs, bed legs, dresser knobs, and cabinet pulls from Prettypegs. Since they're made specifically for furniture from the iconic Swedish brand, there's no weird retrofitting involved.
21. Conceal your eyesore of a litter box with a simple table/bench that'll not only bring your decor up a notch, but make your feline friend feel so appreciated that they make the conscious effort NOT to spread litter all over your home. (I mean, one can hope, right?)
Promising review: "Love this. Our bathroom had only a pedestal sink and no surface area before purchasing and our previous litter box was an ugly plastic monstrosity. Once this arrived and was put together, my bathroom suddenly became more functional and attractive! We use the top to hold our toiletries such as toothbrushes, hair brushes, and other styling tools. The shelf below holds litter specific things, such as poo bags, a scooper, and a small handheld brush for sweeping out any litter that managed to sneak out of the actual box inside. The cat never seemed bothered by the switch. In fact, I think he might actually have a little more space inside despite his plastic box being huge." âMerrie
Get it from Amazon for $149.99Â (available in three finishes).
22. Hang up a set of moon phase mirrors if you're leaning into a ⨠witchy đ aesthetic, but in a bohemian Stevie Nicks sort of way.Â
Promising review: "Wonderfully reflective, real mirror, no distortion! They are so beautiful! I would buy 1,000 times again!!! I've wanted moon mirrors like this for years and I'm so glad I finally did it!!!! The packaging was amazing, too, so I'm saving the box for when we move next year. I wanted to reflect this serene jungle canvas we have on the other side of the bedroom and it does PERFECTLY!" âAmazon Customer
Get the set of six from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in beige and black and in two materials).Â
23. Throw your shoes, electronics cords, random unmatched socks, and that stack of mail you *swear* you'll eventually go through into a practical but cute woven basket. It's deep enough to hide just about everything you're too lazy to put away. đ¤˛Â
Promising review: "So cute! And it holds a full load of laundry. Just moved to a smaller house and this is perfect." âKatyfromthe253
Get it from Amazon for $13.49+ (available in seven sizes and three colors).Â
24. Consider a toilet paper dispenser that's small enough to slide right between the commode and bathroom wall. This way, you don't have to pile rolls up in a v unstable pyramid on the back of your loo.Â
The white lidded dispenser holds roughly 12 rolls of standard toilet paper. While you can also load it up with jumbo rolls, reviewers say they are harder to get out of the access point on the side so you'll have to open the lid when you need a new one.
Promising review: "This dispenser is even better looking in person. I live in a small place and have limited storage options. Honestly, even if I had all of the storage in the world, I would still want one of these. Up until now, I was keeping the extra toilet paper under my bed. Pretty inconvenient when you realize you need another roll mid business. Note that the hole in the side is good for standard sized rolls of toilet paper but it probably will not fit the larger ones. This is perfectly OK, since the lid on the top is super light and easy open if you need to reach inside for a roll. I am very happy with this purchase." âLisaP.
Get it from Amazon for $56.
25. Take some time to install peel-and-stick vintage-inspired floral wallpaper â it'll completely transform your drab kitchen in just a matter of hours! Bonus: It's beginner-friendly if you're a total wallpaper newb.Â
Koko Art is a Miamiâbased small biz specializing in murals, decals, and wallpaper.Â
Promising review: "Amazing quality! It was a two-person job for me, but well worth it! Completely changed the vibe of my apartment!" âHolly Mayo
Get it from Koko Art on Etsy for $55+ (available in two sizes and three materials).
26. Give your gallery wall a focal point with a decorative Victorian-esque mirror. And if you don't already have a gallery wall, consider this a starting point!
My BuzzFeed shopping colleague Ali Faccenda has these and says:
"I am in LOVE with these mirrors. I got them with the intention of putting them somewhere in my living room but once I was laying out my gallery wall I knew they had to be integrated in it somehow. I was so happy they offered it in two different sizes so you could pair them together because two of the same size would be overbearing. I think these would make a super-cute addition to a bathroom as well as to use as a vanity or jewelry tray!"
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in two sizes).
27. Cover up nasty old grout and walls that've seen much better days with an affordable pack of peel-and-stick subway tiles. Use them as a backsplash in your kitchen or give your bathroom a mini makeover. No tools or expertise are necessary, but a tool belt could be a fun touch. đ
The waterproof, mold-resistant tiles are sold in 12x12-inch sheets and each pack comes with 10 in total. The sheets are made of epoxy resin and finishes with self-adhesive so you can literally peel and stick them to any surface. They can also easily be cut to size since they're thin and lightweight. Removal is just as simple â peel them off, wipe the wall down, and you're back to square one.
Promising review: "Its very easy to install. Looks absolutely gorgeous. The price is great. I completed my bathroom...such an upgrade." âCarisaÂ
Get them from Wayfair for $3.98/square foot (Â $39.83 per pack).Â
28. Put up a peel-and-stick mid-century modern fabric decal on any wall that needs a lil' something something. They come in a bunch of sizes that work well behind benches, beds, TVs, you name it, so if you've been seeing the trend on TikTok but can't paint your space, this affordable option gives you the same look.
Samantha Santana Wallpaper & Creative Studio is a Pasadena, California-based Etsy shop that prints all of their decals and wallpaper to order. If you're looking for ideas for an affordable accent wall, check the shop out stat!
PS: The fabric decal can be used more than once! If you want to move, just peel it off and stick it somewhere new.
Promising review: "Love it! Easy to apply to the wall and a great saturated color! Wanted a simple way to decorate my little hallway and this adds the perfect punch of color without committing to paint." âMaria Sanchez
Get it from Samantha Santana on Etsy for $49+ (available in three sizes and 12 colors).
29. Position some wireless library lights over your impressive book collection or favorite family portrait. These things cost less than 30 bucks but they'll transform your den into a museum-worthy exhibit.
The portrait lights are battery-operated and wireless so you don't have to worry about hiring an electrician or doing any installation your self. Each unit runs off of three AAAs (get a 36-pack here before you forget!) and an included remote lets you set the light to different brightnesses and schedule a timer for15, 30, 60, or 120 minutes.
PS: If you're going for an antique look but don't have the budget to buy vintage, I saw a TikToker DIY these with some gold Rub 'n Buff metallic finish and an old makeup brush and it looked truly incredible!
Promising review: "For the price you canât beat it. Super easy to install and lightweight. The gold had a slight orange tint to it, so be mindful of that. I actually just taped over the light and spray painted ours with gold spray paint I had left over and then they were absolutely perfect." âParis Seder
Get it from Amazon for $30.99 (available in three colors).
30. Hang some modern house numbers that'll not only upgrade your home's curb appeal, but ensure that all of your packages make it to you without any detours!Â
Promising review: "Just what I wanted! Perfect size and installation was a breeze. They give you a template for flush mounting and floating! Better than any Loweâs had! Love them!" âShanna Biesterfeld
Get them from Amazon for $7.98+Â (available in numerals 0â9 and in two styles).Â
31. Slap some faux marble contact paper down on any tired tiles or scratched and stained vanities. It only costs $10 a roll!
Promising review: "So Pinteresting! I used this adhesive film to turn two cheap Ikea tables into less-cheap-looking Ikea tables because I'm not made of money but I would like others to believe I am. Super simple to use and a ton of it for the price I was really pleased overall. The pattern actually looks like marble not a weird pixel-y repetitive pattern so that's great as well. Also it was delivered same day which was miraculous as my DIY inspiration tends to fade approximately 48 hours after I discover a project I want to do." âSpencer House
Get it from Amazon for $13.73.
32. Keep your food fresh (airtight seals, baby!) and your pantry in tip-top shape with a set of eco-friendly bamboo and glass jars that would make Khloe Kardashian proud.Â
Little Home Designs Co. is an Etsy shop from Lucie Russell that specializes in sustainable and simple storage jars, labels, and dispensers.
Promising review: "Iâm SO pleased with these jars, they look amazing and are such high quality â now I need a bigger kitchen to order more!" âHelen Athorn
Get them from Little Home Designs Co. on Etsy for $4.48+ (available in seven sizes and packs of one or two).
33. And add some cutesy labels so you always know what you're reaching for and don't create a mess of your pantry whenever you're trying to find your brown sugar.Â
The minimalist labels come from the same Etsy shop as above!
Get them from Little Home Designs Co. on Etsy for $12.81+ (available in packs of 12 or 24 options include herbs, spices, essentials, baking, or personalized ingredients).
34. Swap your boring mirror for a baroque-inspired one with a gilded frame that's just as extra as you are.Â
Promising review: "I hopped on the gold ornate mirror trend and spent a long time trying to find one within my budget. I was worried at first because there werenât any reviews when I first bought this. It looked amazing online and was the perfect size so I went ahead and got it. I am THRILLED with this purchase!!! One of the best things Iâve gotten from Amazon. Itâs beautiful and exactly how it looks in the pics. It came four-ish days faster than estimated. Itâs perfect for my makeup desk. If there were different sizes of the same mirror I would buy all of them." âMcKinlee Mayer
Get it from Amazon for $117+ (available in three sizes and four finishes).
35. Feel like you're waking up in a chic Parisian apartment by sprucing up your wall with a floral mural. Brb, gonna go watch AmÊlie again and dream of being in Montmartre.
Promising review: "Absolutely stunning and everything I wanted, looks way better and more vivid IRL, I almost didn't buy this because the colors look so dull and old school in the pics and I wanted more a modern glam look and this was perfect. Took two of us to install and three-ish hours with breaks. Took the advice of previous reviewers and bought premixed paste from The Home Depot. Definitely don't go easy on the paste, you need enough on the wall to make it easier to adjust and align. Don't worry too much about the bubbles, once it dries down it all adheres nicely. My guess the bubbles are excess paste. The quality of this paper is thick and not sheer at all. However I do think it will look nicer if there's a lighter color under it to begin with. For the price this is definitely worth it and then some. I would have paid much more for this had I seen it in person. You wont regret it: )" âAlmond Joy
Get it from Amazon for $67.98.
36. Toss a tasseled throw on your couch so 1. You can cuddle up underneath it when the world is just too much to bear and 2. When you're done, you can artfully arrange it on the arm of your sofa.Â
Promising review: "I ordered the black background with white nubbys. Arrived timely and packaged well. It is beautiful and exactly as described. It is lightweight and really not suitable for snuggling up and keeping warm, but I will be using it on my bed as accent decor only, so it is perfect!" âBaby It's Cold Outside
Get it from Amazon for $22.79+ (available in four colors).Â
37. Finally take care of mold and mildew that will đ not đ go đ away  đ no matter how much you clean it with a tube of silicone grout whitener.Â
The gel formula is safe to use on/around windows, sinks and baths, shower-heads, pools, tiles, silicone sealant, and more. Leave it on the area you're looking to clean for six to eight hours (no scrubbing required). Some reviewers with really bad mold/mildew note that leaving it on for longer and/or doing a second round of cleaning made a huge difference!
Promising review: "This stuff is amazing. Since we bought this place, we figured we had to fix the caulking because we tried every cleaner we know to get rid of this gross shower mold. Before we decided to fix...we gave this a shot. Now the shower is like new; probably didn't even need to wait the 5 hours, but glad we did. Saved so much time, labor, and money. đ" âNacho Average Review
Get it from Amazon for $13.99.
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