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    42 Somewhat Random Things To Buy For Your Home That'll Benefit You In The Long Run

    Your future self will be so glad you bought these.

    1. A mover's dolly to help you easily carry furniture the next time you plan a big move — or when you suddenly get the urge to rearrange your entire living room. It can hold up to 1,000 pounds of furniture, so you can say goodbye to huffing and puffing while trying to move your couch to the other side of the room.

    2. A Wi-Fi-connected smart plug so you can ask Alexa to turn on your appliances without ever lifting a finger. You can also set custom schedules and routines so your electronics are never wasting energy.

    A white smart plug in a wall electrical outlet

    3. The beloved Always pan that can replace your fry pan, saute pan, steamer, skillet, saucier, saucepan, nonstick pan, spatula, and spoon rest — so you can say hello to extra cabinet space!

    4. An easily washable drip catcher so you'll no longer have a giant puddle at the back of your sink every time you wash some dishes.

    5. A 13-piece, stainless-steel knife set so you can chop up everything from veggies to tough cuts of meat with ease. It even comes with a handy two-step sharpener to keep your knives as razor-sharp as the day you bought them.

    6. A can of fire-extinguishing aerosol spray you'll be glad to have the next time you accidentally start a small kitchen fire. One press of the nozzle provides 32 seconds of fire-fighting spray and the biodegradable formula is super easy to wipe clean.

    7. A nylon-coated 12-foot tape measure for all those times you see a cute piece of furniture online but can't tell if it will actually fit in your room.

    A bright yellow tape measure with an extended portion showing the actual tape measurements

    8. A set of breathable, silky smooth Bamboo sheets from Layla Sleep to help all my fellow hot-sleepers keep their cool throughout the night — even as the temperatures start to rise.

    a model laying on their stomach with the grey sheet horizontally over them

    9. A two-pack of compact, collapsible, lightweight LED lanterns that cut through 360 degrees of darkness and have a 90-hour battery life. If you love camping or simply can't stand the thought of being stuck in the dark when the power's out, these are basically a must-have.

    10. A set of "paperless" towels – they work just as well to clean your hands as they do to wipe up that glass of wine you inevitably end up spilling on Bachelor night. They're also washable and reusable, so you can cross off paper towels from your grocery list forever!

    11. A Blue Apron subscription kit that will take all of the guesswork out of your meal planning for the week. The kit comes with all the ingredients you need — all you have to do is follow along with the easy recipes included. You might just discover a new go-to favorite meal along the way!

    12. A 16-gallon, Craftsman heavy-duty wet/dry vacuum for all the messes that are simply too big for your go-to Swiffer. It'll tackle everything from piles of leaves on your patio to a messy leak in your bathroom.

    13. A bag of flower-shaped fizzers that are basically like bath bombs for your toilet. Pop one of these colorful cuties in the bowl and let the fizzy action break down all the nastiness that's accumulated throughout the week.

    Model holding yellow flower-shaped toilet bomb

    14. A Rubbermaid folding, three-step, steel frame stool, because it's time to stop stepping on a wobbly chair every time you need to change a lightbulb.

    15. A self-cleaning litter box so your cat can basically take care of itself and be the self-sufficient head-of-household it thinks it is.

    16. A sleek air purifier with a true HEPA filter to capture airborne particles like dust and bacteria. It'll also trap all the pesky pollen in the air now that spring is finally here and wreaking havoc on our allergies.

    the air purifier in a living room

    17. A nonelectric, mechanical bidet toilet attachment so you can treat your 🍑 to a next-level hygienic experience. Plus, it'll help you save money on toilet paper, so it's basically a win-win.

    18. A washable, reusable sponge with scrubby mesh on one side and soft cotton terry cloth on the other to tackle messes of any size. Plus, those prints are really adorable!

    19. An easy-to-assemble 10-tier shoe rack so you can have a closet that would make even Carrie Bradshaw jealous. One rack can hold up to 50 pairs and the shelf sizes are adjustable so you can make room for your rain boot collection.

    20. A washable and reusable alternative to disposable Swiffer Wet Jet pads that aren't just better for the environment, they're also way cuter. Just look at those prints!

    21. A high-def, indoor/outdoor wireless home security system so you can keep an eye on your surroundings and scare off any porch pirates from stealing your Amazon packages. Plus, there are no monthly fees and one battery charge lasts for a full year!

    22. A six-piece set of dishwasher-safe stainless-steel mixing bowls with colorful lids and silicone bottoms so they won't slip and slide everywhere while you're getting your bake on.

    23. An area rug so you can protect your hardwood floors and rest easy knowing you'll definitely get your security deposit back.

    A neutral-color rug on a hardwood floor in front of a matching couch

    24. A 90-piece first aid kit (with antiseptic towels, butterfly closures, safety pins, fingertip strips, first-aid tape, eye pads, multiple band-aid sizes, and more) so you're prepared for basically any and every emergency, from tiny scrapes and cuts to sore muscles and bruises.

    A red first aid bag with its contents neatly arranged around it including bandages and rubber gloves

    25. An all-in-one printer for your home office that truly does everything. You'll be able to print, fax, scan, and copy right at home — and there's even a helpful HP smartphone app so you can monitor ink levels and easily print photos from your camera roll.

    26. A Brother P-Touch portable label maker that will turn your home into the uber-organized sanctuary of your dreams. You'll be labeling all of your pantry items and random kitchen drawers in no time.

    27. A rechargeable Black+Decker cordless driver so you can tackle all of those DIY projects with very little elbow grease required. The speed is easily adjustable and it can be used on everything from wood, metal, and plastic.

    28. An enameled, cast-iron, Le Creuset Dutch oven that will level-up all of your meals thanks to its even heat distribution and retention. It's also chip-resistant and super easy to wipe clean, so the after-dinner cleanup will always be a breeze.

    A lime green colored Dutch oven with its lid on sitting on a countertop

    29. A Stasher reusable food bag that can be stored upright so you can add some order to the random leftovers in your fridge that are taking up way too much space. Unlike plastic sandwich bags, these are washable and reusable — so you'll never have to worry about running out!

    30. A subscription for NordVPN, which keeps your computer and smartphone's data safe and secure thanks to next-level encryption. You'll feel much safer the next time you accidentally stumble upon a shady website during a late-night Google deep dive.

    31. A set of two retractable-blade box cutters so you can break down all of those cardboard Amazon packages that have been piling up in the corner of your room. It happens.

    A box cutter with the blade extended about to cut some cardboard boxes

    32. A Levo II so you can infuse up to 16 ounces of oil or butter with your favorite herbs. You can whip up your own homemade salad dressings and gourmet spreads all while keeping a close eye on them thanks to the accompanying smartphone app.

    the yellow oil infusing machine

    33. An OXO Good Grips 4-gallon bucket with built-in detergent measuring marks and a ridiculously helpful mop holder so it's always upright and ready to go.

    A white plastic bucker with handled extended while holding up a mop

    34. A gas-powered, portable generator that will be a lifesaver the next time the power suddenly goes out for long periods of time. It can power up anything from lights to refrigerators to home air conditioning units.

    A black and yellow portable generator being wheeled by an individual wearing blue jeans and brown shoes

    35. A surge protector power strip to keep your electronics fully protected. The design is super spacious and there are four extra USB ports, so you'll never have to worry about overcrowding.

    An unplugged white surge protector with ten empty plugs and four empty USB ports

    36. A pancake batter mixer so you can treat yourself to breakfast-for-dinner on a weekly basis, like you deserve. Simply place your ingredients inside, mix it up with the included blender ball, then get to squeezing out some perfectly sized pancakes.

    A clear plastic pancake mixer pouring batter onto a hot grill from its red silicone spout

    37. A handheld garment steamer, because we're all way too grown to be walking around in wrinkled clothes. This nifty device only takes 30 seconds to heat up and provides up to 15 minutes of steaming power.

    38. A dishwasher-safe, two-piece Boston Shaker set for the nights when you want something a little fancier than your usual White Claw. This will help you mix up all the margaritas and martinis you usually order at the bar — and your wallet will thank you in the long run.

    Two stainless steel drink shakers standing near and on top of the cardboard box they come in

    39. A digital scale to help you easily calculate shipping charges for any packages you need to send out. If you've recently started an Etsy shop or sell a lot of used stuff online, this will basically pay for itself!

    A small silver and black home digital scale with a manila envelope being weighed

    40. An expanding accordion file folder/organizer so you have one dedicated spot for all of your most important documents. It's time to stop throwing them in a random drawer and hoping you remember where you put them later.

    A black plastic expandable organizer with multi-colored file folders and tabs for the months

    41. A six-pack of jumbo Spacesaver vacuum storage bags that truly live up to their name. Now that spring is right around the corner, these will help you store all your bulky coats into one compact bag until winter rolls around again. Say hello to extra closet space!

    A before and after image of a pile of clothes on the floor versus the same pile that fits into a vacuum bag and takes up less space

    42. And a heavy-duty, rustproof, mold-resistant, aluminum handle toilet plunger because the flimsy red one you have in your bathroom right now barely works and you know it.

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