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    35 Products That'll Make Your Kitchen Sizzle Once Again

    Whether you're looking for ways to up your cheffing skills or to just bring your culinary space into the 21st century, we got you.

    1. A Lodge pre-seasoned cast-iron skillet that looks like it would cost you several paychecks, but it's so affordable it hurts. Perfect for searing steak, browning veggies, switching dishes from the stove to the oven, and (of course) making a giant skillet cookie.

    the black skillet with salmon asparagus
    Amazon

    BuzzFeed contributor Rachel Dunkel has this and raves: "This is the cast-iron I have, and it pretty much just lives on my stovetop because I use it so much. While cast irons are most well-known for getting a good sear on meat, it's just as — if not more — amazing at crisping up veggies to perfection. To clean, simply hand wash (I usually opt for no soap, but you do you) and rub with vegetable oil to keep it nice and seasoned."

    Get it from Amazon for $19.90 for the 10.25-inch (available in eight sizes).

    2. And a silicone hot handle holder made for your new skillet to save you from singeing your precious hands as you go to flip your crispy, golden potatoes.

    the author using the red handle holder on a cast-iron pan with french fries in it
    Harper Hendrickson/BuzzFeed / Via BuzzFeed

    My BuzzFeed Shopping colleague Harper Hendrickson has this and tells us: "It is absolutely fantastic to be able to grab the handle of a cast-iron pan like it's a normal pan and go about cooking without burning myself. Now that I've started using this sleeve, I will never use a cast-iron pan without it and recommend everyone make this improvement in their life!"

    Get it from Amazon for $6.90+ (available in six colors).

    3. A peel-and-stick subway-style tile backsplash so you can ~cook up~ a new look in your kitchen. They're probably the easiest way to modernize your space and what's even more fabulous about these farmhouse-inspired tiles? You won't run into grout issues *and* they're a dream to clean — just swipe off messes with a damp sponge.

    reviewer's kitchen the white kitchen tiles
    another reviewer's kitchen with blue tiles

    Promising review: "I’ve been wanting to try peel and stick tiles for a long time and I’m so glad I found these for our kitchen facelift! They are so easy to apply and look amazing! I love that they are actual-size subway tiles as well! They’ve given our kitchen the last very important piece that it needed!" —April Grill

    Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in 11 colors).

    4. Or! A peel-and-stick faux mixed-tile backsplash for a quick facelift that's giving ~dimension~. A bonus? These are mold-, heat-, and moisture-resistant, too!

    A reviewer showing their plain white wall transformed to the white and gray tiled backsplash
    A close-up of the backsplash

    Promising review: "We did a kitchen facelift this summer, repainting and making everything look fresh. We were looking at The Home Depot version of these, which are more than double the price. We decided to go for these instead and they are amazing!! I put them up myself in about two hours. I did buy the adhesive spray just in case but it wasn’t needed, even for the few I had to peel off and re-stick to center correctly. These aren’t too difficult to apply but definitely require patience. 100% worth the buy for a DIY affordable update!" —Hope Consilvio

    Get a 10-pack of 12x12 tiles from Amazon for $29.99 (visit the shop page for more colors, including a multicolor one, a white marble one, and a brown one).

    5. foaming cleaner to once and for all banish that garbage disposal stank. These foam with a lemony scent and will do the trick to deeply cleanse the underside of the splash guard and the interior side walls.

    blue foaming cleanser pushing its way out of the sink drain
    Amazon

    Promising review: "Easy to use. I followed directions and it works just like it says. I only use this once every month now. First use I had to do it twice (which it says if it hasn’t been cleaned in a while you may need to). Weekly I follow up with the Glisten Garbage Disposal Freshener and that keeps my disposal working well and smelling great." —Lostbraincell

    Get a four-pack from Amazon for $8.

    6. Cute and customizable spice labels if minimalist packaging in sans serif fonts has you heart-eyed. This is an affordable and aesthetically pleasing way to clean up that overrun spice drawer *and* with these on display, you'll finally be able to distinguish the parsley from the oregano.

    The variation of printed labels on different kinds of spice jars
    RealAndVibrant/Etsy

    These come in customizable and standard label options, which include popular spice names like allspice, black pepper, cayenne, etc.

    Real + Vibrant is a woman-owned small business based in Seattle that specializes in modern labels for your home and kitchen.

    Promising review: "High quality labels!! Shipping was super fast. Seller verified the custom labels I ordered in addition to the standard 80 set before shipping. I placed a label crooked, and I was able to gently lift and reapply without damage. Love how my spice cabinet looks now!" —Etsy Customer

    Get them from RealAndVibrant on Etsy for $10+ (available in multiple sizes).

    7. A dry food dispenser with a fun twist design and airtight lid to keep your morning (and perhaps, midnight) meal fresh and crunchy. These will fancy up any breakfast bar — and thanks to the many TikToks, are adored by kids and adults alike.

    Promising review: "Pleasantly surprised. Saw this on a TikTok person I follow and loved how sturdy and sleek this looked. The metal plates are heavy and good quality. It comes with a stopper for the bottom so cereal stays fresh for sure and the turn around wheel is also rubber inside to kind of seal the exit. Glad I purchased it and kids love it. Originally wanted to place this in the pantry but wouldn't fit so it's on the counter which doesn't look bad." —Islander

    Get it from Amazon for $16.05+ (available in a single, dual, or triple dispenser and three colors).

    8. A scrap trap to make post-meal cleaning a thing of the past. Trash those skins and crumbs *as* you chop, so the only heavy lifting left to do is picking up the remote to switch on your Housewives marathon.

    This also includes a brush/scraper that fits neatly in the front pocket to easily swipe scraps and crumbs into the container.

    Promising review: "Works just as described. It is so convenient to push scraps from the counter or cutting board into the scrap trap. Even though it is too big, place a plastic shopping bag in before you fill it and you will have the scraps bagged when you are done. It keeps things neat when doing prep work. Also bought one as a gift; everyone who cooks should have one." —SR

    Get it from Amazon for $26.18.

    9. A useful 17-piece knife set encased in a sleek acrylic block that's not just for the cooking elite. Honestly, *everyone* should have a sharp and sturdy set of choppers in their arsenal, and this impressive bunch won't disappoint since it'll have you cutting through veggies like butter — with no scraps left on the blade, thanks to their nonstick coating.

    A transparent acrylic block with the knives sticking inside
    The knives on cutting boards with meat, tomatoes, and herbs
    Amazon

    The set comes with 13 knives, a pair of kitchen scissors, a peeler, and a two-stage knife sharpener.

    Promising review: "These knives are great! They stay super sharp, they’re comfortable to hold, and I love how much counter space it leaves as opposed to a big bulky knife block. Fits perfectly in my minimalist kitchen!!! And it looks great on my counter, being one of the few things that I keep on my countertop! It is the perfect amount of knives without being too many knives (I don’t like things in excess)! I have never had a cheese knife before, and this baby is my favorite one in the whole set! LOL! It slices through hard cheeses like butter! Have not tried on soft cheese, but I’m sure it’ll be great because it is super sharp! I can’t say enough about how much I love these knives!!" —Sadie Allen

    Get a 17-piece set from Amazon for $68.99+ (available in two colors).

    10. A perfectly sized Frywall that'll shield you *and* your stove top from hot splatters of oil to make clean-up duty a lot less groanworthy.

    cooktop with a pan with the cone-shaped frywall creating a larger guard to catch oil from it
    Amazon

    BTW, it's BPA-free, FDA-compliant, heat-resistant up to 450 degrees, and dishwasher safe.

    Promising review: "The Frywall works very well and I am very pleased with it. My range top is black and you can see each little spot of grease. Before now I got really tired of cleaning my range top thoroughly each time I fried anything. You have made my life much easier. Thanks." —Laurie J. Englehardt

    Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (available in three colors).

    11. A sneaky mountable jar opener because stubborn lids will have no place in your kitchen ever again thanks to metal teeth that grasp and open "glued-on" container tops. Heads up, this'll also work on everything from tiny nail polish bottles to super wide jar covers.

    Promising review: "I bought this last year and have used it many times on many different lids, even use it to open gallon milk jugs when those pesky plastic attachments just won't seem to give. I haven't found anything I try that it won't open for me. No more banging on the counter, just hold it under my cabinet and slide it in the V-shaped opening, give it a little twist to open, hardly any effort at all. It was easy to attach under the cabinet; I put mine so the wide opening faces forward. I personally think every house should have one of these." —Addie

    Get it from Amazon for $16.95.

    12. Al Dente, your new sous chef who floats and times your pasta as it cooks. It delightfully sings different songs at three-, seven-, nine-, and 11-minute intervals to alert you when different pastas are just at the right firmness to be *chef's kiss*.

    red figure shaped like person with mustache, sunglasses, suit, and fedora
    Amazon

    Check out the Al Dente TikTok.

    Promising review: "Fun little kitchen gadget — it really works. Bought this as a gift last January and ending up keeping it with the plan of buying several more to give as Christmas gifts this year." —KW

    Get it from Amazon for $23.84.

    13. A complete cutting board set some may call essential after seeing a clip of it in action — this thing is seriously impressive since it comes with multiple graters and four compartments to store the shreds from said graters. So meal prepping just got a *ton* more convenient AND it's just genius for teeny kitchen countertops.

    You're gonna be amazed by this chopping board TikTok.

    This set comes with: four varied stainless-steel graters, four storage containers, four plastic insert boards that have different corresponding food icons, and a bonus bamboo spoon! 

    Promising review: "I invested in this cutting board instead of having 3-4 different ones. It’s super sturdy, easy to clean. I love that it catches my produce as I’m cutting it up right there and then. It’s really a one stop shop. Exactly what I was looking for. Truly satisfied." —Kiisey

    Get it from Amazon for $69.89.

    14. Affresh dishwasher tablets if you've never thought to deep clean the appliance that does your least favorite chore for you. All you have to do is pop one of these in to dissolve residue buildup, blast away foul odors, and get your machine cleaning dishes like it used to.

    Reviewer before image of dishwasher with residue
    Reviewer after image with no buildup after using tablets

    Promising review: "I’ve been using this product for a while, and I’ve started to rely on it. I first used this out of desperation. My dishwasher was broken from a fried control panel. I eventually replaced the panel. I opened the dishwasher, and it was fairly gross. A little stagnant water gave way to some mold. I found this product and figured I’d give it a shot. I did need to use this two or three times before the dishwasher was cleaned and usable. But I find that a major win considering the shape it was in beforehand. Now I use it every month or two, and I have to say way it's easier than cleaning by hand. Definitely worth the price I paid." —Justin

    Get a pack of six tablets from Amazon for $8.99.

    15. A cooktop cleaning kit so you can reverse any sign of old cooking mishaps. Burned-on grease and gunk from the previous homeowner's past will never haunt you in your sleep ever again, thanks to this nonscratch trio!

    The kit includes a 10-ounce bottle of Cerama Bryte cooktop cleaner, one cleaning pad, and one scraper — and it works on glass, ceramic, induction, radiant, and halogen cooktop ranges.

    Promising Review: "Works amazing! I hadn't thoroughly scrubbed my glass cooktop in years...only wiped down with random multi-cleaners, which never seemed to do much. Then a friend recommended this product...AMAZING! The included scrubbers and scrapers really make the difference. As others have said it will leave your cooktop shiny and new. Even marks that had been on there for years came almost completely off...98% better. The key is to use very little product. Let dry to a haze and wipe with a clean, dry cotton towel. (Just like waxing a car). If you aren't getting a mirrored finish it's because you've used too much product and not enough elbow grease to polish off." —B. Swartwood

    Get them from Amazon for $12.29.

    16. An Our Place Always pan because Instagram's favorite kitchen mate is ::chef's kiss:: for cooking pros and newbs alike. This beauty replaces the need for eight (yes, eight!) cookware items, so you'll be reaching for this anytime you want to fry, steam, boil, and even serve up your signature dish.

    the periwinkle pan
    Me making the filling for a chicken pot pie with text
    My photo of pancakes made in the pan with text
    Our Place, BuzzFeed / Maitland Quitmeyer

    Nonstick ceramic coating? Check. Nesting beechwood spatula with built-in spoon rest? Check. Custom stainless steel steamer basket? Check check.

    Former BuzzFeed Shopping editor Bek O'Connell is lucky enough to have one of these and can be quoted as saying, "Sometimes I just hold mine and sigh over how nice it is! Sorry if that's lame, but it is the truth. I am love with my pan."

    Promising review: "This pan is EVERYTHING! I went from making pasta in the basket to steaming broccoli in it and then finishing my meal in there. Then I forgot about cleaning it because I’m lazy — and the nonstick cleaned up so easily. The sponge they include is incredible, I do all my dishes with it now. Also it looks really cute sitting on my stove all day." —Darby S.

    Get it from Our Place for $145 (available in nine colors).

    17. A stackable cutlery organizer that will *cue hallelujah music* tidy up your once nightmarish kitchen drawers, and finally arrange silverware so you can open and close said drawers with ease. Goodbye to the days of hodgepodge storage that was jammed with extra knives that your roomie insisted would fit!

    One tray fits up to 24 pieces of cutlery.

    Promising review: "THE BEST silverware storage organizer compartments I’ve EVER had in my entire life! We have a large family and therefore have the need for a lot of silverware. Unfortunately we have a small shallow and narrow drawer in our house but it was always full! Constantly disorganized before, and now amazingly organized. The only reason I would hesitate would be if your drawer is not adequately deep, but from reading reviews people said if they had 3.5 inches of depth it would be just fine which is exactly what I have and there’s adequate drawer depth for me. I measured my skinny drawer and realized I still had space for two units and took the plunge and am so glad I did! Silverware goes quickly from the dishwasher straight into the drawer and you don’t have to stack perfectly to put a lot in!!! ADD IT TO YOUR CART NOW, you’ll be glad you did if you have the same problem as we did!" —oceantiff

    Get it from Amazon for $11.44.

    18. A plant-based cleaner because you spent an arm and a leg on your stainless-steel appliances and they deserve to sparkle just like the day you bought 'em. This'll tell grubby fingerprints, residue, and water marks to take a hike.

    Promising review: "If you have a Sub-Zero fridge, you know the struggle is real when it comes to keeping it clean. It's a different type of stainless steel and shows all product residue. Then I found this stuff. Oh wow! A few seconds of polishing and it looks amazing!! It has never looked this good, this shiny, and this clean! Best product ever!" —Katerina

    Get the set of the cleanser and a cloth from Amazon for $19.95.

    19. Boon drying rack if your collection of bottles and accessories for your tiny human has gone from cute to chaotic. This little lawn will bring order to your drying spot and hosts just about any shaped item — *and* features a tray to collect all the water.

    Bottles, pacifiers, and sippy cups drying on the plastic grass rack
    Chandni Reddy / Buzzfeed

    BuzzFeed Shopping's resident parent product expert Chandni Reddy has this and raves: "Is it possible for a drying rack to be life changing? Why yes, it is. I caved and bought this grassy patch after my kitchen started to look like an episode of Hoarders. This thing instantly organized my kitchen by creating a dedicated spot for baby stuff. Bottles, pump parts, sippy cups...this bad boy can hold a LOT (at least six bottles and four cups at once) and dries everything quickly. Did I mention it's a heck of a lot more cheerful and stylish than your regular drying rack?"

    Promising review: "Newborn twins are a mess. They took over our house within moments of coming through the door. For this type A mama, it was a horrifying side effect of the two most precious things in the world. A friend gave us one lawn at our shower, and we promptly hopped on Amazon and bought a second to manage the sheer volume. The lawn and the accessories are a convenient and cute way to keep your bottles and pump parts organized. There is ample space in one for one baby's needs." —Lacey

    Get it from Amazon for $21.24+ (available in four styles).

    20. USA Pan sheet pans famous for their sturdiness in high high temps and magical nonstick abilities that are complete with easy-to-clean superpowers. I think the time has come for you to ditch the flimsy ones you've been hoarding since college, I mean...just take a look at the coating on these...drool.

    reviewer making gingerbread cookies on two different pans. The USA Pan (right) made smooth cookies and the left pan made cracked cookies
    same reviewer showing that the non-USA pan left cookies on the pan while the USA pan merely left crumbs

    Promising review: "These pans are very well-made and seem very durable. They seem to conduct heat very evenly which is very important, but they also have an amazing nonstick surface that makes it a breeze to clean them. I was very impressed and I think they are well worth the money even if you only occasionally bake, because they will last a very long time." —Z

    Get it from Amazon for $16.80 or a set of two for $33.90.

    21. And some "cheat sheet" pan dividers drawing acclaim for making one-pan meals *gah* even easier. These'll streamline your trays and allow you to prepare separate ingredients based on their cook time — without losing nutritional value. *Plus* reviewers are noting that these are perfect to avoid cross contamination in households with food allergies.

    the four pan dividers with vegetables and salmon and carbs being cooked separately
    Amazon

    Promising review: "These are great for so many reasons. We're in a mixed gluten household (one person has celiac and is diabetic, but we are not all doing a gluten-free diet). We can portion control for carb counting and separate out gluten-free vs none on one pan. Plus, cleanup is just throwing in the dishwasher!" —Jara Fansler

    Get a set of four dividers for $29.99 (available in three colors and get the full set complete with lids for $35).

    22. An eco-friendly oven scrub created so you can actually watch your mains and sides come to life. Because eyes are the window to the soul, and oven doors are the window to your bubbling mac 'n' cheese...that you can *finally* see thanks to a blend of plant- and mineral-derived cleaning agents that cut through burned-on goop.

    GIF of someone applying the scrub to a dirty oven door
    Cleaning Studio/Etsy

    The naturally derived ingredients include: eucalyptus, lemon, and peppermint oils, as well as pumice stone and baking soda.

    Everneat is a Fairfield, Connecticut-based all-natural cleaning shop from Claudia and Angelo Zimmermann. Their oven cleaner comes with a professional-grade metallic scrubber you can use to scrub your appliance before wiping it down with a microfiber cloth. 

    Promising review: "I was skeptical because I had tried so many products to clean the glass on my oven doors with no luck. The auto-clean cycle just baked it on the glass. THIS STUFF IS AMAZING! It took me about 15 minutes to get the glass on both my oven doors clean. Very minimal scrubbing effort required. I will be telling all of my friends." —Teresa Casner 

    Get it from Everneat on Etsy for $19.99+ (available in three scents).

    23. Keurig cleaning cups if you're someone like me who didn't realize a coffeemaker needed to be descaled — turns out, it DOES. Just pop in one of the pods as you would a coffee pod, and proceed to be amazed (read: horrified) at the amount of residue that trickles into your cup of joe.

    Promising review: "This is an excellent product that I cannot say enough good things about. I had thrown away my current Keurig machine thinking it was broken. I decided to try to resurrect it using these cleaners, and I am glad I did! One cup took care of years of neglect on my part (lesson learned). Because there was so much cleaning needed, I used two cups, and now the machine works perfectly. So glad I discovered this product and highly recommend. I am thinking a three-month interval to keep the machine in good condition. Thank you so much!" —Susan

    Get it from Amazon for $9.95.

    24. A futuristic odor-neutralizing trash can made from a smudge-proof stainless steel that will ensure your kitchen never smells like the scraps from last night's fish dinner.

    A model stepping on the front pedal to open the stainless steel trash can
    Amazon

    Includes one neutralizing filter — with each filter lasting about three months!

    Promising review: "Easy-to-use foot pedal. Doesn't hit the wall and can be pushed all the way against the wall. Trash bag when put on can be tucked in between pull-out and outer can so you don't see it when it's closed. Great size and I love the slow-close lid. Seems very well-made and looks great. Highly recommend." —Amber

    Get it from Amazon for $90.61+ (available in 19 sizes and finishes).

    25. A faucet splash catcher if you just *detest* droplets that turn into pools of water around le sink. This baby soaks up dishwater so you don't have to go ~chasing waterfalls~ down your kitchen cabinets.

    the blue splash catcher affixed around a kitchen faucet
    a close up image of the six different colored mats showing them with their opening
    HustleSewShop/Etsy

    HustleSewShop is an Oregon-based shop that makes quality home goods with the option to have them personalized.

    Promising review: "LOVE these splash catchers! They save me from having to chase the puddles that form around the base of our faucet before they start creeping over the counter. So reasonably priced, made well with neatly finished edges, and packaged with gift-ready care. Highly recommended!" —Alina

    Get it from HustleSewShop on Etsy for $13.50+ (available in sizes S–XL and six colors).

    26. A touchless stationary vacuum that'll ta-da! make sweeping up your cookhouse feel like less of a chore. This zippy thing sucks up any debris that comes close to it, so you can say "see ya!" to the days of awkwardly bending down with your dustpan to gather crumbs...only to lose half of what you swept.

    the gray and black bagless, touchless vacuum on a tiled floor next to broom
    GIF of reviewer sweeping dust into bagless vacuum

    An indicator light will turn on to let you know that the canister is full, and then you can remove the canister and dump the debris in the trash.

    Promising review: "I saw it on TikTok and knew I had to have one. I hate cleaning but get annoyed with the clumps of dog hair and bits of things on my kitchen floor. I usually just vacuum my tile with the vacuum, which is a pain. This thing is so easy to just sweep things into, and it sucks them right up. Sure, it's more expensive than my actual vacuum, but I've only had it three days and have used it two times." —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $129 (available in four colors).

    27. A set of shelf bins to transform your chaotic mess of groceries into a fridge worthy of making an appearance on MTV's Cribs. And if you live with forgetful housemates, you'll actually be able to see what you're stocked up on, so they don't end up piling in doubles of the things they already bought last week.

    reviewer's fridge before using the shelves
    same fridge with organized groceries

    The set includes: five drawers and one egg holder.

    Promising review: "I’m in love! I don’t know if it's my obsession with being organized but it’s a game changer! No longer trying to reach for stuff in the back of the fridge and knock over a bunch of stuff in the process. I just slide it out grab what I want and slide it back!" —Libbey Durkee

    Get a 6-pack from Amazon for $22.99 (also available in packs of 12).

    28. And some fridge organization labels that'll take your organization to whole new HGTV level. These babies will give your food storage a glamorous (and totally easy to achieve) makeover. Just pick from a plethora of fonts, sizes, and color options that'll make you gasp with joy every time you reach for the milk.

    Photo of the inside of a fridge with storage labels
    Photo of the inside of a fridge door with organization labels
    Organise Life / Etsy

    Organise Life is a small business in Australia that focuses on pantry and home labels.

    Promising review: "My fridge looks so organized. The words are clear and easy to read and they look fantastic." —Etsy Customer

    Get it from Organise Life on Etsy for $1.47+ (available in small, medium, and large with multiple labels and font size options).

    29. An Oxo under-appliance flexible sweeper to make it easier to finally reach down and clean the nooks and crannies beneath your fridge, that awkward spot between your dishwasher and stove, and under your low-profile sofa. Hey, you may even find that $5 bill you never knew went missing — which means, you're now rich *and* efficient.

    the duster being used between a dishwasher and stove
    reviewer showing the length of the red duster

    Promising review: "So, I never thought about cleaning under our sectional when we purchased it. It's huge, heavy, and unmovable — and the kids like to eat nearby, so food is constantly rolling/sliding/migrating underneath and it gets disgusting. Too low-profile to vacuum; broom won't fit. Was using one of the static dusters for ceiling fans that was doing a meh job — this little thing got yuck out from under there from...*shudder* let's not talk about it. Great little tool. Fit under my washer, dryer, and fridge, too, which was an added bonus. Cleanup is easy, too." —mmj

    Get it from Amazon for $16.95.

    30. A biodegradeable bacon sponge ideal for slurping up alllll the grease from your favorite fried foods — and even better, you don't have to waste a whole roll of paper towels every time you cook breakfast.

    a pile of freshly cooked bacon on top of the bacon sponge
    Amazon Handmade

    FYI: The towel absorbs 10 (!) times its weight in grease and absorbs liquids 20 times faster than other fabrics. 

    Plus, it comes from a woman-owned small businesses based in Denver, Colorado. 

    Promising review: "This is great. I don’t like using loads of paper towels in draining meat, but I didn’t know what else to use. The bacon sponge is absorbent and easy to clean. It performs as advertised and makes me feel better about eliminating another source of waste." —PamelaRenee

    Get it from Green City Living on Amazon Handmade for $14.99.

    31. A simple-yet-magnificent lid organizer with adjustable dividers so you can *cheers to the sky* finally retrieve missing lids that were previously just chucked in your cupboard by your lovely but idle roommate.

    a reviewer's drawer with a chaotic mess of lids
    the same drawer with the lids neatly stored int he organizer

    Promising review: "This product does exactly what it's supposed to and does it well. In under 15 minutes I took my nightmare lid drawer and turned it into a functional, convenient storage space. The dividers were simple to install and provided flexibility. Slowly but surely I am getting my tiny, chaotic kitchen under control, and this got me a huge leap closer." —S. Hawthorn

    Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (available in five styles).

    32. Oven liners that'll get ahead of unavoidable spills come dinnertime (since you now know the method of cleaning smarter instead of harder). These'll prevent stovetop and oven messes, so you can give your arms a much-deserved rest after all that weekly meal-prepping.

    Liner being used to catch pizza melting spill in an oven
    Reviewer showing the liners on their stove top

    These reusable mats are heavy duty and can be cut according to where they need to be placed. They're also dishwasher safe, and safe for temperatures of up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit!

    Promising review: "I love these oven liners. We moved into a house a few years ago with liners in the oven and I am amazed that I did not know about these before! They have literally saved me from EVER cleaning my stove. They protect the bottom of the stove from spills and are so easy to clean. We just replaced our stove and my first purchase was a new set of liners. They should last for years. These were so easy to trim to fit. Very thick and nice quality. I ordered two so I could also line my toaster oven." —Amazon Customer

    Get a two pack from Amazon for $11.99.

    33. And some stove crack covers, because there is a higher being who wants to save you from pulling out the oven and sweeping up messes caused by your beloved, but careless, family members. *Goes back in time* plop these in place and watch that accidental spill of oats make you laugh instead of cry.

    reviewer's picture of their crack cover, well, covering the crack. Ha!
    reviewer's photo of some dried oats that spilled out of a can onto the stove and counter but were blocked from falling between the crack because of the crack cover

    Promising review: "Product works exactly as designed. Upon unboxing, I had thought these inserts were too wide but I've been pleasantly surprised that they are an EXACT PERFECT FIT for the function. Installation is very easy. A toddler can do it. Makes dinner clean up even easier than expected. Just wipe and go. No more vacuuming and brushing out those pesky crumbs that get stuck between the stove and counter. They don't even get stuck around the sides. They are not affected by the heat either. I should've gotten these years ago. I'm very satisfied." —Madame X

    Get it from Amazon for $8.88+ (available in a set of two; two colors and two length options).

    34. A plastic cutting board you can dice and slice on like a pro. The bonus? This nifty thing folds into a funnel so you can just *arm gesture* schoop up all those veggies and plop 'em in the pot in one fluid motion.

    The green cutting board with handle, flat on a counter with sliced peppers on it
    The same cutting board, held over a pot with the two sides folded up to form a funnel for pouring the peppers into a pot
    Amazon

    Promising review: "Very good foldable chopping block. We use it daily and love being able to chop a lot of different items and just fold the block and pour into a pot or container. Seems to be standing up to lots of use with little wear showing. We use the large and medium sizes daily and are very happy with them." —Nathan Bales

    Get it from Amazon for $21.36.

    35. An Angry Microwave Mama to come to your rescue after the many meals that have splattered all over your microwave. Just fill it up with vinegar, water, and lemon juice and let her unleash her steam on your messes!

    reviewer's dirty microwave with the Angry Mama inside of it
    the same microwave now clean after using the Angry Mama

    Promising review: "LOVE this purchase!! I wish I had taken a before picture; my disgusting roommates destroyed our microwave, it was filthy. They would’ve never cleaned it since they’re slobs but this purchase saved me SO much time. All the food came off very easily and it looked brand new after! Amazing, wish I could give it 10 stars." —Marissa

    Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in four colors).

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