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    40 Practical Things For The Homeowner Who Likes To Feel Prepared

    It's about time you discovered what The Pink Stuff is all about.

    1. A set of nonslip anti-fatigue kitchen mats designed to leave you feeling supported even after you've spent over an hour cooking dinner for your entire family. Someone else better step up to do the dishes!

    two gray kitchen mats with a white design on them

    2. A jar of The Pink Stuff paste, which is an all-purpose cleaning paste that'll help you tackle all of your messes but make it *~pretty in pink~* at the same time.

    Reviewer using it to clear up hard water stains in tub
    A customer review before and after photo showing the results of using The Pink Stuff on their stovetop

    Promising review: "Found this product on TikTok. I don’t think I’ve ever seen value like I do with this product! Literally use it on EVERYTHING!! Kids and teens have dirt, grime, and grease on their walls? This will make it look like a new paint job. Baseboards need some love? A pea-size amount of this makes them look brand new. Need a shoe cleaner? PERFECT for sneakers. I could name a million more uses, but I can ASSURE you this is worth every penny. What’s more? You need such LITTLE of this product; it will last a VERY long time. Thank you, TikTok!!!" —Rachel in CLT

    Get it from Amazon for $5.97.

    3. Affresh cleaning tablets to toss into your dishwasher and easily get rid of that yucky smell that seems to appear after a few washes — it'll banish lime and mineral build-up and leave your dishes nice 'n' clean.

    Before results of inside dishwasher after using Affresh cleaner
    After results of inside dishwasher after using Affresh cleaner

    I have these tablets and use them all the time! They work especially great after the bottom of my dishwasher has gotten stained with residue from detergent or rusty-looking liquid after I've run my baking sheets through the wash. I love knowing I can just pop one into the dishwasher 1, 2, 3, and end up with a clean machine.

    Promising review: "After using this product, I am happy to report that my $5 investment saved me over $500. I was ready to replace my dishwasher, due to super cloudy glasses, residue, and just not getting clean. Then I saw a product test review for Affresh in Good Housekeeping magazine. I was ordering some stuff from Amazon anyway, so I added that to my order. I did not expect the results I got! The glassware that I thought was permanently etched and ruined came out like new. Same with cutlery. The difference is unbelievable. I am amazed!" —Sheila

    Get two boxes from Amazon for $17.08

    4. And a box of washing machine cleaning tablets you can use to easily remove any odor-causing residue from inside your machine — you don't want your clothes to smell, do ya?

    a box of affresh cleaning tabs
    the clean inside of a washing machine

    You can use this product on both front-load and top-load washing machines. I ran it through the old washing machine that was left in my new house (beggars can't be choosers!) and it came out nice and clean. 

    Promising review: "Works great. My washer started smelling like sour clothes. In turn, my clothes were smelling sour as well. I plopped an Affresh Tab in the washer and let it do its magic. After it was done I opened the washer and to my surprise there was no smell at all. This is a six-pack so buy one box for half a year or two boxes, and only have to order once per year. Defiantly recommend." —jcski

    Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (also available in a six-pack).

    5. A smiley-faced Scrub Daddy sponge that'll make doing the dishes a bit more enjoyable — how could anyone resist smiling back at this lil' guy???

    Four round, 1-inch thick smiley-faces sponges with two holes for eyes and a crescent-shaped hole for a mouth
    reviewer's blue smiley face sponge drying on a drying rack

    Promising review: "I cannot speak highly enough of this amazing scrubber! It cleans absolutely everything, doesn't scratch nonstick surfaces, has a fun texture, doesn't smell bad over time, and actually speeds up my dish cleaning time. Seriously, this is the best scrubber I have encountered in years. I bought one for several friends and family members for Christmas after seeing it on Shark Tank, and I've already replaced one for myself. This makes a wonderful and practical gift.

    My son liked it so much he just purchased two more packages to clean their new stainless-steel sink. This product is a great value compared to every other scrubber I have tried, and I have A LOT of them. Finally, it looks great sitting on the counter or in the sink with its smiley face and fun colors. Great value: you can't go wrong with this one!" —Carla

    Get a pack of three on Amazon for $9.98.

    6. A classic handheld OXO can opener with cushioned handles to make popping open your favorite soup a cinch. You'll be pleased you added this to your cart the next time your power goes out and you can't use the fancy electric one you typically reach for.

    the black and stainless steel handheld can opener
    Amazon

    I have this can opener and also bought it for my parents when their old electric one died. It may not seem like the most essential purchase but when you've watched your dad try to open a can of tuna with a butcher knife, you'll realize it's best to have one on hand.

    Promising review: "The OXO can opener is a work-horse. It is strong, well-made and plows through whatever you give it, with ease. I've had this one before and after years, it finally gave out and was hard to turn. But in buying an alternative from another company, I quickly realized the mistake and went right back to OXO to buy another. This one is so sturdy that it will last for a very long time and I'm really glad I bought it again." —A.M. Miller

    Get it from Amazon for $16.95.

    7. Airtight food storage containers that'll quickly become one of your favorite kitchen accessories — they'll keep a variety of items like beans, cookies, candies, and dried pasta fresh and organized.

    an array of containers with labels in a closet

    8. An instant-read digital thermometer, so you'll never have to guess "is my steak cooked?" again. You can grill with confidence!

    9. A magnetic shelf that'll attach to the top of your stove and provide you with easy access to all of your go-to spices. No more searching through deep cabinets for you.

    a reviewer's spices lined up on top of the oven shelf

    10. Organizer drawers you can use to transform your very own fridge into one that would bring Marie Kondo to tears.

    a reviewer's fridge with the organizational bins in it

    11. An oil mister that'll help you perfectly coat all of your ingredients without getting your hands covered in grease.

    reviewer spraying vegetables with the oil spray

    12. An adjustable storage rack to provide your muffin tins, baking sheets, cutting boards, and more with a proper home.

    the organizer with a variety of sheet pans and other tools fitted nicely into it

    13. A natural oven scrub cleaner you can rely on to remove any grease or leftover sauces from inside your most used appliance. You're welcome.

    tub of oven scrub natural cleaner
    Cleaning Studio / Etsy

    This comes with the jar of oven scrub as well as a professional-grade metallic scrubber. You can use this to clean your enamel oven, racks, and the oven door's interior glass panel. Everneat is a small business based in Fairfield, Connecticut, that sells 100% natural cleaning products and microfiber cloths. 

    Promising review: "I am in absolute shock over how well this works. I really wish I took a before picture. WOW! My oven door window had grime on it for years that I couldn't get off from the previous owners, so I'm estimating it's been like that for four-plus years. Nothing helped to cut through it and finally this oven cleaner made it look brand new. Still in shock!! Would highly recommend. Also, the smell of the product is sooo delightful." —Vanessa

    Get it from Everneat on Etsy for $19.99+ (available in two jar styles).

    14. A Petcube, which is a reliable pet monitoring camera with a wide angle and night vision. Delightful if you're out and about but still want to keep an eye on your precious pup.

    A small camera mounted to the bottom of a kitchen shelf

    15. An air purifier, a must-have for any pet owners who spend all of their time snuggling up with their furry friend. This lil' gadget will capture unwanted pet dander, pollen, dust, and more.

    a reviewer's circular air purifier

    16. A garbage guard that'll keep pesky flies and other insects from congregating around your can.

    17. An aesthetically pleasing cutting board made of plastic scraps and renewable sugarcane that'll quickly become a staple in your kitchen.

    a line up of different colored cutting boards

    18. Super soft Egyptian cotton sheets to transform your guest room into a luxurious haven for anyone who actually takes you up on staying the night — or put 'em on your own bed instead (you deserve it).

    a model sitting on white sheets holding a pillow

    19. A zippered sleeve to keep all of those pesky wires and plugs under control and out of your way so when you finally get around to hanging your fabulous new TV on the wall it won't look like a hot mess.

    a before and after photo showing the cords neatly stowed away

    20. An electric pressure washer you can use to restore your deck or back patio to the way it looked when your first set foot on it — so clean you could eat off it! But...maybe don't.

    21. An 8-in-1 kitchen gadget tool complete with a funnel, a juicer, a grater, an egg cracker, a shredder, a can opener, an egg separator, and a measuring cup. You'll never be without a must-have tool again!

    a measuring cup with other gadgets stacked on top of it as well as a bottle top that's actually a funnel, making the entire product look like a colorful plastic bottle

    22. A Clorox ToiletWand that you can use then toss away — say SEE YA' to that gross toilet brush hiding in the corner of your bathroom.

    23. A garbage-disposal foaming cleaner to scrub away the stinky grime that builds up on the blades and in the pipes.

    24. A remote organizer, perfect for keeping your various remotes, clickers, channel changes (whatever you call it in your house) in check while looking chic.

    a reviewer's photo of the remote organizer filled with remotes

    25. A double extension cord so you can run an endless amount of power throughout your home without trying to track down another outlet.

    a white double power cord

    26. A rechargeable lighter to light every candle in your house to create the *perfect* ambience without concern you'll run out of lighter fluid.

    27. A red wine stain remover, so you'll forever be prepared when you inevitably spill vino all over your favorite white shirt when something shocking happens on The Real Housewives.

    28. faux leather tissue box cover that'll transform your cardboard one into one worthy of a fancy hotel.

    Promising review: "Stylish tissue box is beautiful once its shape is formed by the tissue box! The texture is nice, and the material is softer than I expected. The hole where the tissue comes out of is perfect as most tissue covers are too big. I'd buy this again!" —C.T. Mendoza

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in 17 colors).

    29. A hard water stain-remover because you shouldn't want to shudder each time you reach to turn your shower on.

    Reviewer's before-and-after picture of their shower faucet with hard water stains and then totally clean

    30. A pet stain and odor remover, so when your furry friend gets a little too excited that you just got home and decides to pee all over your shoes, it's sort of OK.

    31. An all-natural tile and tub cleaner you can count on to effectively remove mold, mildew, and rust — just think of *how* satisfying your "before" and "after" photos will be.

    32. An electric standing desk that'll quickly become your favorite product if you've shifted to mostly working from home.

    33. A pack of oven liners to protect the bottom of your oven from any overflow/oozing and let you continue on pretending you're competing on The Great British Baking Show worry-free.

    an apple pie inside the oven that has dripped liquid onto a mat below it

    34. Blackout curtains that'll assure not a single ounce of sunlight gets into your room before your alarm goes off.

    35. A rustic wooden stand to hold your cookbook or tablet so you'll be able to follow along with any recipe hands-free.

    the wooden cookbook holder that is somewhat shaped like a cutting board

    36. A SinkShroom strainer you won't know how you lived without because it'll keep your kitchen sink unclogged no matter how much gunk you fill it with.

    37. A Google Nest Mini you'll love because you can use it to listen to music (kitchen dance party!?), adjust the lights in your home, pause your TV, and ask silly questions.

    a circular google nest mini

    38. A standing weeder (without the chemicals!) for anyone with a bad back who still wants an award-worthy lawn.

    39. A handheld knife sharpener you can use to bring your most-used kitchen utensils back to life in a flash without destroying your countertop or cutting boards. Bobby Flay would be proud.

    a knife being sharpened in the tiny sharpener

    40. And a wall-mount swimming pool skimmer that works alongside your filter pump, so you can save the lives of tiny creatures that accidentally find themselves going for a swim and ensure your water is free of leaves and other debris.

    a tiny basket with a tube attached underneath along the side of a pool

    Some reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.