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    43 Genius Home Items That Make A Big Impact

    Smart pantry organizers, an indoor herb garden, a sunrise-simulating alarm clock, and 40 other things you won't regret adding to your home.

    1. Baseboard Buddy if you view cleaning your baseboards and molding as one of the most annoying tasks on your chore list. Instead of kneeling down to clean and hurting your knees and back, you can use this duster that extends up to four feet. The microfiber pad on the end will pick up all that unsightly dust, and you can just rinse and reuse the pad for future cleanings!

    a reviewer showing a dirty baseboard buddy pad
    a before and after of a reviewer's once dusty baseboards

    The kit comes with one Baseboard Buddy and three reusable pads which can be used wet or dry. 

    Promising review: "Buy it NOW. Honestly, I had huge reservations for this thing. Yet another miracle cleaning tool that will break or bend or something. I was so wrong. It was easy to put together and I sprayed it with Mean Green and went to the baseboards. No more kneeling and no broken back. This thing is amazing. It is durable and the pad is super absorbent. I am so happy. I can't wait to do the rest of the house!" —artgirl

    Get it from Amazon for $24.99

    2. A container of Museum Gel, which is a sticky, discreet substance you can attach to the bottom of anything breakable and valuable on your shelves (think: vases, glass figurines etc.) so cats or curious children don't knock them over by accident. And don't worry — the gel doesn't leave behind any residue. 

    Psst — people who sell jewelry like rings and want to balance them on a surface for photos also swear by this! 

    Promising review: "Saw this on TikTok and I honestly absolutely love it. I use it to keep my drawer organizers from sliding around. This stuff is amazing and I wish I had known about it forever ago." —Abby

    Get it from Amazon for $13.55

    3. A "Bread Buddy" dispenser that will keep your bread fresh for way longer than just leaving it on your kitchen counter and hoping for the best. It also creates a clever way for you to dispense your bread a slice at a time, and the airtight container will prevent your loaf from getting smushed. 

    A reviewer using the rectangular bread dispenser to pull out a fresh loaf
    An image of the rectangular bread holder with a loaf inside

    Check out a TikTok of the Buddeez sandwich bread dispenser in action. 

    Promising review: "The Buddeez Sandwich Bread Dispenser is great! It does exactly what it was intended for. I live alone and I don't quite go through bread often enough before the last quarter section of the loaf starts to go stale. I was originally looking for something to put a loaf of bread in as a shell for my vacuum sealer, that would keep the bread from getting crushed from the pressure. This dispenser solved all of my problems. Thank you!" —DRMcQuaig

    Get it from Amazon for $12.49 (available in two colors). 

    4. candle lamp warmer — you will be amazed at how much your candle's scent will fill the room just by warming it underneath this light. Plus: it'll make your candle last much longer than burning it, so go ahead and buy that expensive candle! You deserve it.

    Check out a TikTok recommending the candle lamp warmer

    Promising review: "This was perfect for my wife and me. She especially loves to have the scent of candles throughout the day, but because of our pets, we can't have lit candles. We tried this with both a jar candle and a glass bowl with some wax melts, and it worked perfectly for both. One of my wife's favorite features is the on/off switch on the cord, rather than having an ugly button or knob on the lamp/light itself. It's really a statement piece, like a desk lamp with a pretty wooden base. Overall, it works well for what it is and is well worth the money." —Scott Rarden

    Get it from Amazon for $49.99+ (available in two styles and four colors). 

    5. clear toy blocker if you find yourself on your hands and knees searching for that one chew toy your dog has lost yet again! You can place this under appliances, couches, or anywhere else that small items can get trapped under. 

    Promising review: "A must-have for ALL pet owners. This contraption is genius and will save cat (and dog) owners so much time and frustration retrieving toys. We used this beneath our oven and it works PERFECTLY. Cat can't destroy it (the way she shredded the foam insulation we had stuffed under there before) and we no longer have to get the yardstick out when literally all of her toys are 'gone.' Yes, this is a challenge to install, but 100% worth it. I'd buy it again in a heartbeat." —Allison Goldstein

    Get it from Amazon for $13.98+ (available in three sizes).

    6. A kitchen mat that will add an extra pop of color to your kitchen while also providing your feet with much-needed comfort as you wash dish after dish. Now you might actually volunteer to clean up after dinner!

    the blue and orange rug sitting on a reviewer's kitchen floor
    a close up of the rug's material

    Promising review: "It took me forever to find a good mat, and I’m so happy I found this one! The color and pattern are nice. It’s comfy to stand on while I’m prepping and cooking; it’s definitely reduced my fatigue and knee pain by a ton. Firm but cushiony. ... It’s really easy to clean, and looks great still after a few months of use! We have a very active kitchen, and it’s been through a lot so far, and survived unscathed, so I’m looking forward to a long life from it. I’ll probably buy a longer one to go on the other side of the kitchen!" —Cora Baker

    Get it from Amazon for $42.67+ (available in four sizes and 14 colors/patterns).

    7. A twist-bottom flower vase with special features that'll make it easier for you to care for your freshly cut flowers so they last longer. It features a drainage hole at the bottom of the vase, and it twists open so you can easily snip the bottom of their stems before filling it with fresh water. 

    A model twisting open a white flower vase at the base
    Model cutting the stems of the flowers and draining the water
    Amazon

    Check out a TikTok of the twist-off vase in action. 

    Amaranth Vase Company is a small business that was started to solve the problem of the messiness and inconvenience of caring for a bouquet of flowers. 

    Promising review: "Most genius vase. The flowers last so much longer, because you can change the water and snip the stems to keep bacteria from growing and killing your flowers. It’s also beautiful as a vase itself, super modern and chic." —Eliezer Labkowsky

    Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in six colors and two sizes). 

    8. Blackout velvet curtains that are as beautiful as they are functional. Hang them high and wide, like in the photo below, to make your windows appear bigger!

    Promising review: "These curtains are beautiful! They’re even more beautiful in person. Love the velvet touch plus the emerald color looks so elegant. Before you hang them, I would advice you steam them to get the wrinkle out. I can’t wait to get another color! You’ll be happy with your purchase." —Alex

    Get them on Amazon for $31.99+ per 84" panel (available in five lengths, 19 colors, and with grommets or rod pockets).

    9. A brilliantly designed cutlery cleaner — you just insert your knife or fork into the brush and the bristles will wipe away all that stuck-on crustiness with ease. 

    model using the brush to clean a knife
    Amazon

    Promising review: "This is the best invention ever! It's hard getting all the food and stuck on debris between the slots/tines of a fork down to the root, even after just eating and needing to clean them off before hand washing or putting the silverware in the dishwasher. Before, I was having to use a toothbrush and it was a pain to hold the silverware and the toothbrush kept slipping with soap/detergent on the utensils/silverware. Easy firm grip with the scrubber and the tines get clean as a whistle and you can easily handwash or put in the dishwasher for washing without worrying that there is dried-on or caked-on food. I will be ordering more for gifts for wedding showers and/or housewarming gifts." —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $7.99 (available in green or black).

    10. brilliant ice tray that'll make ice cubes more quickly than your average ice tray. But wait, we haven't gotten to the best part — you can pour your ice out without ever having to touch the cubes!

    reviewer image of inside the icebreaker mold
    gif of person popping open icebreaker to add ice to water cup

    Just fill the bottle-shaped ice maker with water, stick it in the freezer, pop the sides once the water is frozen, and pour the cubes into your glass. Icebreaker is a small biz based in Texas that sells this genius ice cube solution! 

    Promising review: "We have a small freezer and no icemaker, and have been using fiddly trays for years. Icebreaker Pop has changed everything! No more leaky ice trays spilling in the freezer or on the way to the freezer, and no ice picking up weird smells and tastes from the freezer. Icebreaker Pop is self contained and easy to use: you fill it up with water (but be careful not to overfill, because it does expand as it freezes. Physics!) Then seal the top, and put it in the freezer. Once it's frozen, you lay it on a flat surface, press down hard on it a couple of times on each side to crack the ice, and pull apart with both handles. You now have 18 cubes of clean ice that dispense from the opening, eliminating the need to touch the cubes as you add them to your glass. The cubes are a little smaller than from regular ice trays, but that's OK with us. Icebreaker Pop is also cool-looking and easy to clean; it's made up of three easy-to-separate pieces that are a snap to wash thoroughly. Very happy with this product!" —Leah Koepp

    Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in five colors).

    11. A set of peel-and-stick floor tiles — not only will it add a heightened level of decor, it can also cover up any scratches, cracks, or imperfections on the tiles.

    Promising review: "These are so easy to install! We sold our house and moved into a mobile home on our land while we build a house. We wanted to do a little updating but we don't want to spend a lot. We decided to use self adhesive flooring and I fell in love with these! The pattern and color were perfect for my bathroom theme! Installation was easy and quick. They stick great and it's been a few weeks and we've had no issues. I love the texture and they're so easy to clean! Definitely recommend!" —Heather Wine

    Get a set of 10 tiles from Amazon for $13.90 (available in two patterns).

    12. A macrame fruit hammock because even your apples and oranges deserve a fancy place to kick back and relax in. But seriously, this ingenious storage solution frees up your counter space while also reminding you of all the fresh fruit you should eat before it goes bad!

    hanging fruit basket in a kitchen
    gif of model putting apples and oranges in the hanging basket
    Knapp's Knots / Etsy / Via Etsy

    Knapps Knots is a San Diego-based small business owned by Anastasia Knapp who is quite possibly making the cutest macrame and wood crafts you've ever seen.

    Promising review: "Absolutely loved it! Perfect if you have little counter space." —Jessi

    Get it from Knapp's Knots on Etsy for $27.90+ (available in two sizes and nine colors).

    13. A set of magnetic decorative garage accents to instantly up the curb appeal of your house. No need to spend lots of money on a brand-new garage door — just stick these on where you want them, step back, and bask in the glory of feeling like you're a host of an HGTV design show.

    Garage with the magnets on either corner, plus two handles in the center
    Close-up of reviewer's handles on garage, that look like iron with iron rivets

    You won't have to worry about rust either — they're made out of durable UV- and weather-resistant plastic.

    Promising review: "If you're looking for instant curb appeal with little effort, you need to get these. These haven't moved in large rain storms or excessive wind and hopefully won't rust out like the more expensive drilled sets like my neighbors have since there are no exposed screws or hardware." —SG

    Get the set of four hinges and two handles on Amazon for $14.85 (also available in two other styles).

    14. A set of nonstick, heat-safe sheet pan dividers so you can cook different kinds of food that all have varying cook times on just one sheet pan. For example, if your salmon takes 10 minutes to cook but your asparagus takes 20 minutes, you can just pop the salmon tray in for the last 10 minutes of cooking so everything comes out perfectly cooked and hot. Genius!

    a model holding a sheet pan with four silicone dividers each filled with a different type of food
    Amazon

    Check out a TikTok of the nonstick sheet pan dividers in action. 

    Promising review: "Brilliant. 100000% Recommend them! It lets me separate veggies by how long they take to cook so they are all ready at the same time and nothing is over/undercooked. I love these cheat sheets. They are a great tool for my kitchen." —yule

    Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in two colors).  

    15. Velvet slipcovers — it'll make your couch look practically brand new, and you don't have to pay anyone to reupholster the whole thing.

    reviewer's camel stretch velvet couch cover on a large couch with text overlaid that reads
    reviewer's blue stretch velvet couch cover on a large couch with text overlaid that reads

    There are separate cushions for the covers and straps, so the cover stays in place even after lots of usage.

    Promising review: "I have never been so excited about a slipcover. Total transformation of our couch and loveseat. I was worried about it not working on our leather couch, but it stays on really well due to the straps and the separate cushion covers. LOVE." —Brian/Liz

    Get it from Amazon for $32.49+ (available in five sizes and 20 colors).

    16. A customizable storage "book shelf" that is hollow inside so that you can hide loose cords, power strips, or internet routers. Now all that ugly tech stuff is out of sight and out of mind and you can focus on how put together your room now looks. Bonus: you can customize the colors of the book spines!

    Four photos which show how from the front, the display looks like a stack of books but from the back it's actually empty
    Amazon

    Covogoods is a Utah-based, woman-owned small business that specializes in storage products made out of upcycled books. 

    Promising review: "I absolutely LOVE this!!! I ordered to conceal our modem and router and it looks so perfect. They are real books and it’s wonderfully built, and the shades of blue are beautiful together. Shipped quickly and love to support a family biz!" —C.R. 

    Get one similar to the one pictured from Covogoods on Etsy for $99 or Amazon Handmade for $89 (available in 19 colors/combinations and 14 lengths from 3 inches to 29 inches).

    17. A bunch of Miracle-Gro "food spikes" for anyone who just can't manage to keep their plants alive. You're going to be *so* proud of yourself when you notice your plant is actually thriving and not just barely holding on — and all you have to do is stick the spike in the soil!

    reviewer's plant looking droopy and sad before using miracle food spikes
    reviewer's plant looking alive and well after using food spikes

    This fertilizer is formulated specifically for indoor plants, and one spike lasts up to two months! They're especially great for ficus, snake plants, crotons, spider plants, or pothos plants!

    Promising review: "LOVE THESE! People will remark on your plants when you start using them. These make a huge difference if you haven't been feeding your plants — super easy to use — just stick them in your plants and forget about it. I put new ones in all my plants about once a month. They're like magic!! I give them away as gifts, they're that great. :)" —Vicki Huntman

    Get a set of 48 from Amazon for $5.58.

    18. A jar of internet-beloved The Pink Stuff, capable of removing set-in rust stains in your kitchen sink, burnt-on food in your oven, and even crayon marks on the wall. 

    A customer review before and after showing the results of using The Pink Stuff on their stovetop
    A customer review before and after showing the results of using The Pink Stuff on their sink

    Promising review: "THIS STUFF IS MAGIC. If you’re questioning getting this to clean harder stains or anything, this is your review to read! I was a little skeptical because I’ve tried many things to clean my shower door with the hard-water stains and nothing really ever got it completely clean...this stuff did! I wish I would have taken before pictures. It did take a couple of applications and some scrubbing, but honestly I didn’t have to scrub hard, just used a wet cloth and this and my shower door is now completely clean without any hard water stains! I’m obsessed. Now to see what else I can clean with it." —Rachel Anne Deaton

    Get it from Amazon for $5.97.

    19. A bedsheet detangler that'll prevent your bedsheets from getting bunched up in the washing machine and dryer. They actually make your sheets dry faster with less wrinkles!

    the wad free pads attached to a bed sheet
    Amazon

    These detanglers from Wad-Free aren't recommended for use with bamboo, eucalyptus, or rayon sheets.

    Wad-Free is a small business that invented this laundry gadget to prevent sheets from tangling, twisting, and balling up during the laundry process.

    Promising review: "Wow!!! You wonder if things like this really work and well, I can absolutely confirm it does! First, I was impressed that the package came with two of the devices because I was only expecting one. So there was one for the fitted sheet, and the flat sheet. Finally, I tried it out and my sheets not only did NOT wad up, they came out of the dryer feeling fresher, feeling more dry, and unwrinkled! I will be buying a set of these for each of my immediate family members and close friends! What a great gift!!!" —katy

    Get it from Amazon for $19.99.

    20. An over-the-sink dish drying rack to save precious counter space. Plus: it can be rolled up when it's not in use so you can utilize all of your sink.

    Promising review: "It fits perfectly over the sink. It takes up only half or less of the open space and it drains into the sink. Can be rolled up and put away easily. I use it every day. It stays in place and can be used for drying dishes or fruit and veggies just washed." —CKnaplesdenver

    Get it from Amazon for $8.92+ (available in eight sizes).

    21. A pack of stacking shoe organizers that will literally *double* the amount of storage space for your shoe collection while still displaying what each pair looks like.

    reviewer photo of a shelving unit with lots of shoes on it that are stacked with white organizers
    reviewer photo of a shelving unit with lots of shoes on it that are stacked with white organizers

    Each organizer is adjustable to accommodate any type of shoe height. It also has an anti-slip surface so shoes stay put even at an angle.

    Promising review: "I love these! Love, love, love them! I am so happy to be able to SEE MY SHOES!! They had been hiding in the bottom of a closet or under the bed or piled on top of each other for years. Now I can see every pair! And I have BIG feet! 10.5 Wide. And I have HIGH heels! Some are 3.5 inches high. And while you kinda have to finagle the larger, taller shoes a bit, they DO FIT. When the heels get that tall though, they have a tendency to slip, so I just turned them toward the wall. Works great!" —K. Adams

    Get a 20-pack from Amazon for $32.99 (available in three colors).

    22. A fridge deodorizer because no one likes to open their fridge and get hit with an ~unpleasant~ smell. It's effective for up to six months, which is six times longer than a regular box of baking remains active at removing smells.

    Promising review: "We had tried several ways to deodorize our refrigerator after a rotten lemon left a terrible, permeating smell. The odor affected everything stored in the fridge, as well as the ice dispensed from our ice maker, and we had spent literally hours trying to remove the smell: washed shelves, tried vinegar, baking soda, Dawn, coffee grounds, bread slices, etc., etc. We finally tried the NonScents Refrigerator Deodorizer out of desperation, and after a day or so began to notice that the bad lemon odor was diminishing. Over the past couple of weeks the smell seems to have been eliminated completely. If you've had a rotten food catastrophe in your fridge, I would encourage you to try the NonScents product and give it a couple of days to kick in and do its magic." —DRM76

    Get it from Amazon for $12.97 (also available in packs of two and four).

    23. A pack of vacuum-sealed storage bags for compressing your bulky bedding or off-season clothing that is currently crowding your closet. You'll be amazed at how flat everything gets when you suck all the air out of the bags!

    BuzzFeed Shopping reviewer's before picture of a pile of sweaters
    The same BuzzFeed Shopping reviewer's sweaters, but compressed in the vacuum storage bag
    Maitland Quitmeyer / BuzzFeed

    Maitland Quitmeyer, a member of the BuzzFeed Shopping team, LOVES these! Here's what she has to say: "WHY didn't I buy these vacuum storage bags sooner?? I chose the large size (as opposed to the biggest size, called 'jumbo') because it seemed easier to move and store — jumbo is probably perfect for bedding, duvets, etc! And just one large bag was plenty to store 9 or 10 *very* large winter sweaters — all collapsed down to a fraction of their size. And it was surprisingly effortless, too! I am literally going to order another pack of five today — my closet game is forever changed!!!"

    Get a set of five from Amazon for $38.99+ (available in four sizes; also available in a 10 pack).

    Read her full review of the vacuum-sealed storage bags in "Just 7 Things You'll Want To Try In June."

    24. AeroGarden's Indoor Hydroponic Garden so you can grow your own herbs even if you don't have access to outdoor space. Just place this on your countertop, and within a few weeks, you'll be adding freshly grown basil to your pasta. Bon appétit!

    Promising review: "I got this as a birthday present for my husband, the classic man who's impossible to buy for, and he was thrilled with it. He's a by-the-numbers kind of guy, and followed the directions carefully. As a result, all six of the herbs have germinated, and we are already using some of them (basil, thyme and dill) only three weeks later. One thing: the light is much brighter than I expected. The pictures show it as a pleasant glow, almost a night light. It's bright. The timer keeps it on for 15 hours a day, so hopefully there's a place in your house where it won't reflect off the TV screen or light up somebody's bedroom." —Mary B.

    Get it from Amazon for $79.95.

    25. A set of cascading closet organizers — they magically decrease the amount of space your clothes take up, allowing you to fill your closet with even more clothes!

    reviewer showing all their plastic hangers taking up space on their clothes rack
    same reviewer showing the closet cascaders freeing up so much room on their clothes rack

    Watch in amazement as your closet suddenly gains so much storage space!

    Promising review: "Not sure why I didn’t expect them to work as well as it sounds...but they absolutely work as well as they sound! Makes MUCH more room in my closet. I used for purses, jackets, tank tops, dresses and has been holding very well. When I need something, just push the others aside and raise up the one I need. Very pleased with my purchase!" —Dennis A. Evans

    Get a four-pack on Amazon for $9.30 (available in four other quantities).

    26. A bottle of mold and mildew remover spray so powerful, it could lift the filth from an old abandoned house. Or that one suspiciously stained corner of your shower.

    Reviewer photo of dirty shower with mold and mildew stains
    Reviewer photo of clean shower after using the mold and mildew spray

    Promising review: "I bought this RMR spray with low expectations, even with the good reviews. I sprayed a small patch in the evening and let it sit overnight. The next morning, the grout where I had sprayed was as white as if it were brand new. I decided to spray the entire wall and part of the roof. The next day everything I sprayed had no visible mold. By the third night, I was pretty much spraying everything left in the shower. This stuff is amazing." —John Werner

    Get a 32-oz bottle on Amazon for $16.99 (available in multiple quantities).

    27. A slim profile pull-and-rotate cabinet organizer for a brilliant way to utilize every inch of a super tall and deep cabinet shelf. Instead of having to rearrange everything to access what's in the back corner of your shelf, you can just pull out this organizer to grab whatever you need!

    Promising review: "TikTok inspired me. Guys, this thing is the real deal. Everything that doesn't fit on my spice rack ended up cluttering my cabinets. This thing solved that problem efficiently, quickly, and reasonably. We added a little extra double sided tape to the bottom to make it extra secure. Love it." —Kaitlyn B. 

    Get it from Amazon for $30.99

    28. Or this similar coffee pod tray that slides out to reveal your favorite coffee pods stored all beautifully. You can mount this underneath your cabinet and right above your Keurig to create your own little coffee station! 

    reviewer image of the shut coffee pod tray
    same reviewer showing the tray open with the words

    Includes: 3M double-sided mounting, self-adhesive tape, and spacers for different cabinet sizes.

    Promising review: "Love these things! Best thing I impulse bought on Amazon. I didn't want a tray thing or a stand thing for coffee pods that would take up more counter space I don't have. Using a drawer is out of the question, too. Enter the E-Z Shelf by Perfect Pod! Exactly what I needed and wanted. I was hesitant after seeing reviews saying they it won't stay closed. I have been using these things twice a day since I got them in my hot lil hands, and they are still working perfectly! No problems with pods not fitting, shelf not closing, or not sticking to the under-cabinet like other reviewers! They work perfectly! Don't know why more people don't want these, as they are super handy for us with little counter spaces! Update: It's been a year and these are still in perfect shape and used everyday with no problems! Still highly recommended!" —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $17.99.

    29. A stove gap cover to prevent crumbs or spills from collecting in that annoying spot between your stove and your counter. Messy cooks, this one's made for you.

    The gap covers are dishwasher safe and can also be easily cleaned with a damp cloth. You can also cut the gap covers to perfectly fit the measurements of your kitchen.

    Promising review: "I didn’t realize how nasty it was under my stove until we pulled it out to fix it. There were things under there I knew I hadn’t cooked in years. These little rubber flaps help and are easy to wipe down. They just fit right in between the stove and the counter. I worried they’d be noticeable, but once I got used to them they just fit with the stove. I hardly notice they are there!" —Scarlett

    Get a two pack from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in three colors).

    30. An expandable shelf kit that creates much-needed shelving that goes *around* the pesky pipes below your sink that are making it hard to store anything. You'll be amazed at how much storage space you'll unearth using this thing!

    reviewer's pic of under bathroom sink with jumble of cleaning products
    the same under the sink now organized with a shelving unit

    Promising review: "Great product for a great price. Very sturdy, but lightweight and small — under my bathroom sink is *very* small, and the metal frame is thin enough that it doesn't take up much space, and of course it allows me to utilize the empty vertical space instead of shoving things all the way to the back wall. I might rearrange the shelves, but it's just held with screws on each end so that's easy enough to do-comes with two supports for two shelves, but you can choose from four heights/positions. 👍🏻 Might need to order a second for under the kitchen sink..." —Jennifer Mowry

    Get it from Amazon for $22.87 (available in three finishes).

    31. A fruit fly trapper so you can stop spending half of your day trying to track down and kill those pesky little insects that are living rent-free in your house.

    reviewer photo of an apple shaped fruit fly trap sitting on a ledge
    reviewer photo of the inside of a fruit fly trapper with dozens of fruit flies stuck in a sticky substance at the bottom

    Each trap lasts up to 45 days. Just place the traps where you've spotted fruit flies before and empty half of the lure bottle into the trap.

    Promising review: "Our home was infested with fruit flies. As a household of minimal fresh produce and a mostly nitrate rich menu, we were confused and horrified when these tiny, evil bastards took over our house. These apple traps are LEGIT. Within an hour or less they had captured a good amount of flies. I just bought more." —MotherofChaos

    Get two traps from Amazon for $6.86.

    32. A wood polish and conditioner to give all your scratched-up hardwood floors, wood paneling, or wooden cabinets a much-needed face-lift. It'll also help condition, nourish and rehydrate the wood as it works to get rid of all the nicks, marks, and scratches.

    reviewer showing scratched up wood before using the polish
    reviewer showing the wood, now smooth, after using the polish

    Promising review: "This stuff is absolutely AMAZING. My wife and I were getting tired of looking at our worn-out cabinets and wood paneling and were very close to paying a professional thousands of dollars to refinish it all, but then we came across this product. Our paneling and cabinets were looking rough. We have two dogs who jumped up and scratched places. We also had an area that was damaged by water spots where our dog bowls were. Several other areas were just worn from heavy traffic. This stuff was like a magical eraser for water spots, scratches, scuffs, and any other blemish. We simply wiped the product on with a paper towel and let it sit for 20 minutes before wiping it off with a clean towel. Everything looks brand-new. I'm buying a couple more so we can finish our cabinets and wood paneling. We're so glad we found this product." —Kris

    Get it from Amazon for $9.96.

    33. A kitchen sink corner sponge organizer so your dishwashing supplies won't crowd your precious countertop space. Any water will drain right into the sink so you won't be left with a gross, smelly, soggy sponge to use.

    This is also a better option than an organizer that hangs over your faucet because the weight of those can mess with your water flow!

    Promising review: "This fits our sink perfectly! It's not too big and holds a sponge and two bottles of soap. We have a standard apartment sink and it fits perfectly, it also holds very well. We have it suctioned on the sink not the counter." —Erin Johnson

    Get it from Amazon for $17.99.

    34. A set of Command spray bottle hangers if you're always searching through a sea of cleaning supplies just to find that all-purpose spray you use practically every day. Instead, you can attach these on your cabinet door, hang your most-used cleaning supplies on it, and just grab and go so you can get your chores done faster! 

    Check out a TikTok of the Command spray bottle hangers in action. 

    Promising review: "Love these! They have helped organize all my products underneath my kitchen sink. The Command hooks are strong and nothing has budged even with the weight of the spray bottles! Highly recommend." —Talayfor87

    Get a set from Amazon for $9.61.

    35. A 16-piece set of furniture sliders to protect your beautiful hardwood floors while also saving your back from heavy lifting whenever you need to move a piece of furniture. They also work on carpet!

    A model using furniture sliders to move a large wooden cabinet
    A stack on round furniture sliders in and out of their packaging
    Amazon

    Promising review: "Should have gotten these years ago. They are absolutely wonderful. I can move heavy furniture easily without damaging hardwood floors or getting stuck in area rugs. Because the legs of my furniture are thick and cover them almost completely, I keep them under everything and can move furniture to vacuum. Really great!" —MMLELL

    Get it from Amazon for $14.29.

    36. A pack of shower curtain clips if you're constantly getting cold in the shower because the curtain keeps blowing open. Now you can scrub a dub dub in peace while these keep your shower curtain securely in place. 

    a curtain being put into a clip stuck to wall
    Amazon

    Promising review: "Lifesaver! Our showers are pretty narrow so the shower curtains would never fully cover the back corner. This was a cheap and efficient solution for securing our shower curtains!" —Joya Smith

    Get a four-pack from Amazon for $9.99.

    37. A set of Sheet Keeper bands that not only keep your sheet sets organized, but will also identify what size the sheets are. These are crucial in a family household that has beds of different sizes!

    stacks of sheets with yellow and off white bands wrapped around them to keep them orderly
    SheetKeeper / Etsy

    Sheet Keeper is a woman-owned small business based in Los Angeles and their adorable bedding bands will actually make staying organized fun!

    Promising review: "Great product. Came quickly and they work great! Such a great idea to keep sheets organized and together while being able to tell what size bedding it is. Will order again for sure!" —devonhansen1

    Get a set of two from Sheet Keeper on Etsy for $13.99 (available in sizes twin—California king, as well as in duvet and comforter labels).

    38. An electric standing desk because working from your couch can leave you feeling less than stellar at the end of the day. Upgrade your home office with this and you'll be able to adjust to a standing position whenever you want to stretch those legs out.

    the desk in black in two different height positions
    a reviewer photo of the desk with the brown wooden tabletop

    Promising review: "The desk seemed to be exactly what I was looking for in terms of design and price. So when I received it, I was delighted with how nice it was. Assembly was a breeze, and I'd say it took me a half hour to put together. I can easily fit my two large monitors, as well as laptop, keyboard, etc., on it. The height range is more than ample. And most importantly I am already feeling the positive effects of standing during part of my workday." —Twild78

    Get it from Amazon for $188.87+ (available in three sizes and eight colors).

    39. A pet hair remover that looks like a weird blob of nothing but is actually super effective at picking up all that stubborn hair and fur that's all over your carpet, rugs, couch, and clothing.

    grey stone in packaging that says it's not pretty but it works
    the stone next to pile of fur

    Promising review: "Holy cow this is magic. I have a 230-pound Mastiff. I have purchased any and everything claiming to get dog hair off car carpet. I have used at least three different vacuums and attachments. Lately I have been using a microfiber towel because it had some grip. Then this piece of magic arrived. It gets every single hair no matter how embedded. There were hairs I had a hard time removing with my fingers. The Fur-Zoff pulled them right out. This has cut my hair removal time in half! Thank you for this savior of a tool." —David R.

    Get it from Amazon for $11.02.

    40. A self-adhesive paper towel roll holder perfect for anyone with a small kitchen who's looking for ways to get back more countertop space. 

    The metal bar roll holder attached to the side of a wall by a kitchen sink
    The holder installed under a cabinet
    Amazon

    Promising review: "TikTok made me do it, but I love it. The stainless steel blends so nicely with the rest of my kitchen, the install was as a simple peel-and-stick with small mounting screws and matching caps so you don't see the mounting screws, and it holds a seamless look." —Michaelle K. 

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in five finishes). 

    41. A soothing sunrise alarm clock designed to not only add a soothing glow to your room, but also slowly wake you up in the morning by mimicking a sunrise, therefore starting your morning with the perfect, relaxing vibes. You might just be amazed at how much better you feel during the day when you've been woken up gently by this! 

    a review okaying the alarm clock sun light
    another reviewer showing the clock on their bedside table

    Promising review: "OK guys. Here’s the deal. This is gonna be a long review but TL;DR: This is an amazing little product, and I highly recommend it. I suffer from mild insomnia and generally have to use sleep aids, which is fine but not ideal for every night. I also moved from SoCal to Washington state a year ago, and I have NEVER been exposed to so little sunlight in my life! Living in the dark winters here is insanely difficult for me. This👏🏼Little👏🏼Alarm👏🏼Clock👏🏼 has changed my life and I’ve only had it for like three weeks. The sleepy time setting has the ability to KNOCK me out without the use of sleep aids! What?! My brain totally responds to the way the light functions. The morning alarm is so gentle and peaceful (you can completely control the noise and brightness settings). I wake up much more naturally rather than to the blaring honk or passive-aggressive chiming of a traditional alarm (looking at you, Apple). The light settings are so fun as well! I love having it on a low setting while I’m journaling, reading, watching TV, anything really! I would pay two or three times the price for this thing. It’s 100% worth it." —KatieM

    Get it from Amazon for $39.98+ (available in white and wood finishes).

    42. A magnetic ironing pad you can lay out right on top of your washer or dryer, which means you don't have to figure out how to store one of those bulky ironing boards that are a pain to unfold. 

    Promising review: "If you're like me and living in a space that doesn't have a ton of room let alone space for a big old ironing board, this is the perfect solution. This mat easily sticks with the magnets to the top of the dryer. It's a great space-saving solution. If you're looking to minimize, this is what you want!" —JD

    Get it from Amazon for $13.87.

    43. A glass/bottle rinse if you find yourself washing dozens of cups and baby bottles a day and you just want to make it easier! You'll find it so satisfying that you can just press your upside-down glass onto this and watch the water shoot up and rinse away any remnants of what was there before!

    Model using a flat round rinser to press a cup onto so it will spray a jet of water up into it to clean
    Reviewer washing a baby bottle

    Just a heads up, you'll need a separate sprayer in your sink that you don't use because that's where it installs, and this won't install on sinks without a flat edge!

    Promising review: "Never knew I needed one until I saw it on TikTok, and with water bottles and toddler cups it is essential to my household!" —Gayla Brink

    Get it from Amazon for $25.99 (available in two styles).

    You, looking around your house and realizing you've packed it with all these genius items that make your life better: