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1. A stick-on prismatic window film that doubles as a privacy screen for a curtain alternative with big visual impact.
Check out our full write-up on this rainbow window film.
Promising review: "SO EASY TO INSTALL! I was expecting more difficulties but had none at all. The light prism effect gives my apartment a very whimsical feeling that I love. Now, I don’t have to worry about people looking into my apartment. However, keep in mind that at night, people can probably still kinda see through. Do what you will with that info, lol." —Violinanonymous
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in 11 sizes).
2. A set of furniture repair markers and wax sticks because a little wear and tear doesn't have to mean a full-scale replacement. Find the right color, give any scratches a few swipes, and your worn-out wares will be looking good as new.
They're designed for smaller scratches on wood furniture, wood laminate furniture (like the stuff from Ikea), and wood or wood-like floors. The kit includes markers *and* wax sticks in six colors: maple, oak, cherry, walnut, mahogany, and black. And yes, the sharpener for the wax sticks is included, too.
Promising review: "These worked great. I had a bathroom vanity that had a few scratches on it. The markers covered them up beautifully and matched very well. There are a few color options to likely match whatever furniture you're trying to patch up." —Bri D
Get them from Amazon for $9.99.
3. These water-resistant adhesive floor tiles if your building's pre-war charm does not extend to those pre-war tile floors and the woefully stained grout.
Each tile is 12" x 12" in size!
Promising review: "For under $100, I redid my entire bathroom! We moved into our home two years ago, and our small main-floor bathroom had hideous orange mosaic tiles. We want to gut and rehab our bathroom eventually but wanted to give it a cheap facelift. Floorpops made that possible and a very inexpensive option! We used caulk to seal some of the tiny gaps and caulked around the tub and underneath the baseboards for a good seal. The tiles are not moving at all and have adhered okay. All in all, I am very pleased with the end result!" —Agnieszka
Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $14.50+ (available in black and gray).
Or take a look at the best peel-and-stick wallpaper on Amazon if you're looking to update your walls instead.
4. Or some interlocking Teak tiles to give your neglected floors a luxury bathhouse-style finish. These tiles easily cover up most any hard surface (inside or out) and require ZERO tools to install.
5. A set of pop-up hooks for making your boring entryway into a riveting cat-and-mouse chase every time you go to hang up your keys.
Promising review: "These are so cute!! I get so happy seeing them hanging by the door, waiting to pop back down for when I leave for work. Take the car keys, and it's gone. Come back from work, hang them on its tail, and they stare at you with this unamused glare. I couldn't be more pleased with this purchase! They're so easy to install; just take the adhesive backing, stick it to the back of one, and stick it to the wall. Then enjoy your new friend!" —Amazon Customer
Get a four-piece set from Amazon for $15.99 (also available in a six-pack that includes a monkey and baby chick).
6. A set of two adhesive shower shelves so you can replace your college caddy with a renter-friendly solution that's got plenty of space to handle every body wash, hair mask, and bubble bath in your arsenal.
Promising review: "I saw these shelves on TikTok and really wanted to try them out, as I have no shelves in my shower. The adhesion is impressive — they’ve stayed sticking for the past two weeks with no sign of letting up, and are holding about four bottles of products on each of the two racks I have hanging. I thought for sure they would fall after showering or something, but they have stayed strong and held up. I’m so impressed! I’m sure I will purchase more in the future. Super duper easy to install, they look beautiful and modern, and give my bathroom a totally different vibe. It’s so nice to have a product like this available!! Thank you!" —Sara B
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in six finishes).
7. A dreamy dimmable candle warmer lamp that looks so darn good even when it's not releasing fresh scents from your fire hazard of a candle.
Promising review: "Serves a double duty. Turn the lamp on and put a candle in a glass on the base, and as it melts, it gives off a wonderful scent of your choice. VERY charming to the eye, and the light itself is glowing. Would definitely recommend buying this item." —Destiny fate
Get it from Amazon for $29.98+ (available in 10 styles).
8. And a cult-favorite luxury-scented candle because it's got all the stunning good looks of a $50 boutique find for a lot less. This isn't one of those candles you light and can barely smell. Review after review comments on this thing's next-level throw.
Lulu Candles is a US-based small business that specializes in scented candles and perfumes.
Promising review: "I’ve enjoyed these candles for almost five years. They are a delightful scent, and I will use no other. People often comment about how nice my house smells. Even when the candles aren’t lit, there is a lovely scent remaining." —Jane Brown
Get it from Amazon for $16.95+ (available in five sizes, gift box options, packs of two, and various scents).
9. An ultra-thin socket cover with an attached six-plug power strip if you're tired of bulky plugs and tangled cords being a big eyesore and preventing you from actually pushing furniture flush up against the wall.
Promising review: "This product is awesome! We bought one in the office to stop a nearby chair from continuously hitting the outlet plugs. It solved the problem right away. So we ordered three more to use anywhere there is bulk on the wall. It saves space, makes arranging furniture and desks easy, and is clean-looking. Someone is a genius. Thanks so much!" —Jay
Get it from Amazon for $23.95+ (available in 10 styles).
10. A battery-operated fabric shaver to help get rid of all those snags and pills making your furniture look tired and worn. It's like a tiny vacuum; just empty the detachable lint catcher when you're done and enjoy your revitalized sofa.
Also, be sure to pick up two AA batteries! They're not included.
It kills me inside when I see a favorite sweater start to pill, so I bought this exact shaver to spruce up some of my older knits. It's great and weirdly relaxing. When I first got it, I was de-pilling everything, from the intended sweaters to the throw pillows on our couch. It's a little loud, so your roommates may or may not come out of their rooms to see what you're doing...but it's totally worth it to make any pilled fabric look years younger.
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in six colors and two styles).
11. A realistic-looking bunch of silk tulips for the bouquet lover unwilling to throw money at decor that dies within a week. These offer the same great aesthetic with a one-and-done purchase that costs less than a lot of flower shop arrangements.
Promising review: "They look real, and I get a ton of compliments on them. Everyone always thinks my husband surprised me with tulips (my favorite flower) and is shocked to learn these are not real. I have several of them throughout my house, and plan to buy more because they are great!" —Abbey S.
Get them from Amazon for $19.99 (available in dozens of colors).
12. A sleek peel-and-stick tile backsplash so you can watch everyone's jaw drop when you tell them you installed this endlessly chic backsplash all by yourself. They don't need to know that zero grout was involved.
Each tile is 12" X 12", and it's waterproof and heat-resistant! You'll also need a utility knife to cut the pieces as needed.
Promising review: "I put this up in my laundry room. It was easy to work with and install. Made a huge difference for very little money. We are very pleased and would recommend." —Amazon Customer
Get 10 sheets from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in 11 colors).
13. An adjustable recessed light converter kit because now you can finally give in and get those FAB pendant lamps you've been eyeing since forever.
Promising review: "I love this thing. It took me about 15 minutes to install this. Note: Don't try to drill the screws through the can directly. You will likely need to pre-drill holes in the can for the screws. I converted a recessed light into a 3-light unit that hangs above my kitchen island. The unit weighs 20 pounds, and the conversion kit handles it easily. This saves so much money instead of having to convert the recessed light to a traditional electrical box. Very simple, yet wonderful product." —Pete I.
Get it from Amazon for $24.97.
14. A fast-drying grout paint pen that'll help you cover up years of dingy staining in your tile cracks without all the time-intensive scrubbing. Think of it like one of those adult coloring books — fill in the lines and bask in your ~artistic~ sensibilities.
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, 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 white 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." —NatJH
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in two sizes and additional colors).
15. A three-tier over-the-door towel rack if you refuse to go another day getting by with yesterday's still-damp towel just because the genius who designed your home didn't include a towel bar.
Promising review: "Exactly what was needed in my small bathroom. Fit perfectly over our door and stays put well." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $24.73+ (available in two finishes)
16. A pack of motion-activated lights with built-in solar panels to tackle those dark trouble spots around your home's exterior. If you're tired of tripping up the front stairs or standing in a pitch-black yard while taking out the dog, these solar-powered lights are your solution.
Promising review: "I purchased these to cover the side of my house. Installation was easy, and I left them outside for two days to charge. The light coverage was about what I expected from them, and they did the job well. The motion sensitivity covers all the sides and lights turn on. It has rained about three times, but they still work great. I'm hoping they last for a long time." —J. Argueta
Get a set of four from Amazon for $32.99.
17. A jumbo pack of magic cleaning pads reviewers have likened to Magic Erasers with an extra thick design for banishing all those weird stains and scuffs left behind from past tenants (or past you — no judgments).
Promising reviews: "I went on a four-hour date with these bad boys and my baseboards. It was a great date!! My baseboards are so shiny and the erasers did not scratch my walls or paint when I cleaned the top lip of the baseboards. I can easily cut or tear them in half to get smaller erasers for those nooks and crannies." —Heather C
Psst — check out BuzzFeed's STK cleaning pads review for more deets (and incredible before and after photos).
Get a pack of 20 from Amazon for $14.95.
18. A flip-down shoe cabinet so you can liberate your entryway from the occupying army of discarded shoes even if you've got minimal space to work with.
Promising review: "I needed something on the narrow side for our entryway, and I was sick of looking at shoes all over the house. This has been perfect! I was able to assemble 90% by myself. Just needed another person to hold the drawers while I installed." —Kristen Lyle
Get it from Amazon for $99.99+ (available in four sizes and three colors).
19. A plant-based stainless-steel cleaner that'll get rid of (and prevent) the streaks, smudges, and grubby fingerprints that are keeping your appliances from living up to the "stainless" in stainless steel.
Therapy Clean is a family-owned small business creating plant-based cleaning solutions from their very own factory in New Hampshire that just so happen to also smell amazing.
It also comes with a microfiber cleaning cloth!
Promising review: "We got this product because, while stainless steel appliances look so nice when you first get them, as soon as you start using them, you get fingerprints galore. All of the 'home remedy' tricks we tried were annoying or so labor-intensive to be overly frustrating, so this product has been wonderful. It takes only a few minutes to clean all the appliances and make them look brand new again — great for when company comes over and you want to pretend like you always live in a magazine spread for home rather than the comfortable way you normally do :-)" —Anton Stocker
Get it from Amazon for $19.95.
20. Some adhesive LED color-changing strip lights because you're all about curating a mood — even when that mood changes constantly. Fortunately, the only thing between you and custom light configurations is finding the remote...
The kit comes with one roll of adhesive LED lights, a power adaptor, an IR receiver, and a remote. Reviewers note that the included adhesive is pretty darn strong (aka might peel your paint). If that concerns you, consider using Command cord clips or mounting putty instead.
Promising review: "I'm very happy with the quality of this product. It was easy to install and only took us about 45 minutes. I did have to take down one strand of lights because I miscalculated, and we were four inches short. I was surprised and pleased that the 3M tape on the back of the LED light strip stuck and held after my second attempt. The remote works great, and we've had no issues switching the color of the LED lights. Every light works perfectly, and the power cord stays cool. We're very impressed, and it added a neat light feature to the room. This would be perfect for any teen's room!" —LS
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in five sizes).
21. Plus, easy-to-install wireless LED puck lights so you can get the custom lighting look without the custom lighting installation times or costs.
Each light requires three AA batteries, has dimming, auto-off/on, and timer features, and comes with screws and a double-sided adhesive pad for multiple mounting options. From the sounds of it, you'll need to remove the lights from time to time to replace the batteries, so consider using hook and loop strips to make removing and reaching easier,
Promising review: "We absolutely love these lights — so much so we ordered another set! We rented a house and wanted under-cabinet lighting without damaging the cabinets. These are perfect because you have a choice of mounting with screws or double-sided adhesive. Also, the lighting doesn't disappoint. They're soft, warm lighting, not harsh white lighting. The dimmer is a nice feature on the remote. I plan on buying some for daughter for Christmas!!" —bethann6
Get a six-pack from Amazon for $29.99.
22. A set of magnetic decorative garage door accents to add some cheap and easy curb appeal. Installation is as easy as sticking them on the door, and the UV and weather-resistant plastic is built to last even in harsh climates.
One set includes four magnetic hinges and two magnetic handles.
Promising review: "This set allowed me to get my dream garage for a few bucks versus installing a brand new door! They look amazing and leave enough clearance so the door can still open. If you are considering paying for an actual door in this style DON'T! These are a serious game changer and will save you hundreds!!! No one will ever know they are fake." —sandiscott86
Get it from Amazon for $10.99 (available in four other sizes).
23. A pair of Beckham Hotel Collection down alterantive pillows because you're tired of feeling like Goldilocks, testing pillows that are too soft or too stiff. Finally, this one is just right and feels like you checked into a 5-star resort ~every~ night.
Promising review: "I was looking for a squishy alternative down pillow that didn’t cost too much. I saw the reviews for these and took a chance since it was a set of two. The price was right. These are just what I wanted. I sleep on my side and stomach mostly, and most pillows are too thick and make my neck hurt. These mold to me and have enough give and squish to support yet not make my neck crook at an angle, giving me a headache. Great pillow!" —alspachsl
Get a pair from Amazon for $59.99+ (available in two sizes and three materials).
24. A roll of vinyl peel-and-stick contact paper so you can revamp your rental's ancient dishwasher with a sleek stainless-steel look that's more 2024 and less 1974.
This wallpaper cutting and smoothing kit will likely help the process go a lot ~smoother~.
Promising review: "Love this product! Easy to use; even if you make a mistake, you can peel it off and reapply it correctly, and it works perfectly. I kind of got inspired and was able to cover two projects with just one. Thanks, I will purchase it again for my friend's project as I’m now 'hired' to help her with her fridge resurfacing. From black to stainless steel look." —vXv
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in five sizes).
25. Plus, a peel-and-stick faux marble adhesive paper for giving your countertops an expensive-looking update on the cheap that doesn't just look great, but is stain- and water-resistant too.
Promising review: "I took a chance and bought this originally as a 'Band-Aid fix' to refinish a desk. I had looked in stores in the contact paper aisles, but all of them were just that...paper. THIS item is actually a thin sheet of vinyl with adhesive, and I ended up liking it so much that I bought more and refinished my kitchen countertop with it as well! Highly recommended if you want to change the look of your counters but you don't have the money for a full remodel just yet. It can be cleaned with dish soap and water just like a real countertop." —Z
Get it from Amazon for $5.99+ (available in six sizes).
26. A powerful mold and mildew stain cleaner that'll lift the most terrifying grout and caulking stains without the back-breaking scrubbing. Just apply the concentrated gel formula, wait six to eight hours, and watch your stains (and your worries) wash down the drain.
Promising review: "We moved into a new apartment, and the mold was out of control, and it was disgusting. We tried so many products to get it out until we found this one and decided to try it as we didn’t have anything to lose. I’m so happy we bought this! This is basically concentrated Clorox as a gel, so it’s so much easier to apply than the liquid, and it kind of stays in place. You just have to apply it, wait a few hours, and remove it (no scrubbing required). Just make sure your shower is dry when you apply it, and you’ll be good to go. Definitely worth buying if you have the same problem and nothing has worked." —Chris
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
27. Sturdy couch cushion support because your sofa's sagging makes it feel a little too much like you're being eaten alive after a long day, and parting ways with your butt's best friend is just not an option.
After measuring your cushions, you'll cut the large sheet into appropriately sized sections. Make your life a bit easier, and grab a utility knife for the job!
Promising review: "My husband's side of the couch has a very obvious butt indent. This foam piece makes the couch look normal again, and when he sits on it, he doesn't sink in anymore. 100% recommend." —katie h
Get one 27" x 20" sheet from Amazon for $36.99+ (available in three sizes).
28. A pair of large Command hooks if you need a way to support the curtain rod that's going to support those VITAL blackout curtains. I would like to choose whether I watch the sunrise, thank you very much.
Promising review: "Of course, the house we’re renting doesn’t allow us to drill holes in the walls, so I need to figure out an alternative to hang a blackout curtain in my son’s nursery. I stumbled upon a few blogs stating to use these Command hooks to hold up the curtain rod. I saw the reviews and thought I’d give it a go! I bought three hooks, one brushed nickel curtain rod, and, of course, the blackout curtains, all here on Amazon. It worked out perfectly and is super sturdy!!! Def recommend!" —ayyychelsaaay
Get a pair from Amazon for $14.99.
29. Some statement-making colorblock wall decals to liven up blank walls with all the flair of a custom paint job and a fraction of the effort. And if you're renting or just can't commit to one look — don't worry — it's removable.
Kenna Sato Designs is a Utah-based Etsy shop selling fresh and colorful peel-and-stick decals for your walls and car windows, cool wall decor, prints, and giftables like mugs and phone cases.
Promising review: "Don’t know how I went this long without trying wall vinyl! These really do liven up boring white walls. These were relatively easy to put up, even by myself, and on slightly textured walls. Also, great communication from the seller and getting back to questions quickly!" —Amy Cheung
Get it from Kenna Sato Designs on Etsy for $56.99 (available in four color combos and custom combos).
30. A slim 21-inch Command ledge for all the joy of floating shelves with none of the lease-violating commitment.
Promising review: "I am renting a home so I wanted something to add to my gallery wall at home. This was the perfect addition and soooo easy to install! I tell everyone about these shelves and how sturdy they are for such an affordable price with no commitment of drilling holes in the wall" —Sydney Mueller
Get it from Amazon for $17.45+ (available in black and white).
31. A string of LED vanity lights that'll not only improve the lighting in your bathroom, but make you feel like a glamorous movie star, even if you're slathering on a green face mask and piling your hair into a messy bun!
These light strips easily stick onto your mirror and come with a dimmer, so you can adjust the brightness.
Promising review: "I got these lights for a dim bathroom and I LOVE them! They are bright, cheerful, and cool as decor. I can do my hair, put on makeup, or even use them as a room light because my vanity opens into my bedroom. I do my own eyebrows, nails, etc. so having good light is essential, and these lights are great. I got a second set for a different bathroom, and those look great too. I am VERY happy with this purchase." —ellesbietta
Get them from Amazon for $18.68
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