We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed and its publishing partners may collect a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page.
1. Take a look at your existing shelves and other furniture — are you happy with how your current decor looks? If not, start out with some small tweaks that'll make them look like those ones out of the magazines. Here's how you can construct a beautiful look with your shelf, coffee table, or sofa.
2. Who needs a new couch when you could just slip a velvet cover over it and try out a new color for relatively cheap? This one has nonslip straps that hold it in place even when rambunctious kiddos and energetic pups put it to the test. You get separate covers for each cushion, which is what makes it look so natural (don't worry, we won't tell).
3. Elevate that old, stained accent chair with a faux sheepskin rug that adds a soft, elegant touch to your space.
4. Retire those old, plain white switch covers and replace them with vintage-y brass ones. It's one of those everyday objects you don't think much about, but it does make a noticeable difference and makes your home feel more personalized.
Or if your style is a little more eclectic and colorful, consider these groovy archway light switch covers that are way more exciting than those boring white ones.
5. Apply removable wallpaper with bright colors or bold patterns for contrast in a room that's currently pretty plain or neutral-colored. It'll bring the whole area to life, and it's commitment-free — you're not locked in if you decide to switch up your aesthetic again down the road!
6. Give new life to that old, scratched-up desk, vanity, or bathroom counter by resurfacing it with a waterproof, stain-resistant faux marble granite adhesive. It's *significantly* cheaper and quicker than a full remodeling, and you're not married to the final result if you change your mind down the road, as it peels off easily without leaving damage.
7. Tidy up that cluttered WFH desk with some adjustable shelves that can house both your office supplies and decor. It's instant organization that you get to appreciate visually every single day.
8. Install LED strips to add backlighting to your monitor, TV, or under a desk or shelf to really take your evening ambience to the next level. It does more than just look cool, however — adding backlighting can help reduce eye strain by reducing the contract between your screen's brightness and the rest of the room!
9. Upgrade your pantry situation with see-through storage to hold dried goods like pasta, sugar, flour, and cereal. It makes it WAY easier to find what you're looking for, your food and ingredients stay fresh for longer, and the organization will feel oh so satisfying every time you look at it.
10. And slap some simple yet sleek spice and pantry labels on those containers so you don't mistake the salt for the sugar one day when you're in a rush 😬. It looks super nice and only helps you further in keeping track of what you actually have (instead of accidentally buying a bag of flour you didn't need).
11. Plus, give your spice cabinet a little love by arranging the bottles so that each label is visible at a glance (so you don't have to spend minutes searching for the oregano and, sigh, eventually buying a duplicate). For everyday cooks, this simple upgrade makes *all* the difference.
12. Hang your fruit and veggies to let them ~breathe~ and also free up space on the counter! It makes it so much easier to quickly grab an apple as you head out the door, or reach for an onion while you're in the middle of a recipe, and you'll always know at a glance whether you're running low.
13. Upgrade your kitchen appliances with some stainless-steel-effect contact paper. Because if it ain't broke, don't fix it — but you *can* still modernize the look fairly easily and cheaply.
14. Refresh the old stained grout on your tile floors or shower walls with a nontoxic, waterproof grout pen — a far easier and cheaper alternative to having it professionally regrouted.
15. Install some under-cabinet lights in the kitchen so you're not fumbling around when you come in for water at night. It'll also accentuate your backsplash!
16. No cupboard for storing toiletries? Set up your own shelf system with invisible floating shelves that are narrower than most.
17. And place an over-the-sink shelf to utilize the full length of your sink for storage without the faucet getting in the way. It adds a gorgeous rustic touch while also providing a sturdy surface for decor and toiletries alike.
18. Declutter *that* drawer (you know the one) that's simply a pile of makeup all mixed together by adding rearrangeable bins. You can configure your storage exactly the way you need it to keep your lipsticks, blushes, eyeshadows, and powders neatly separate.
19. Add some ~flavor~ to your bathroom or kitchen wall with peel-and-stick backsplash tile — a relatively cheap afternoon project in place of a hefty investment requiring professionals.
20. And while you're at it, revamp that old, plain tile floor with water-resistant peel-and-stick floor tile that's easy to install. Whether it's your kitchen, bathroom, or laundry room, it's amazing how much of a difference this makes!
21. Inject a bit of fancy spa resort energy into your bathroom by swapping in waterfall faucets.
22. And make your showers feel just as fancy when you install a high-pressure rainfall showerhead with an adjustable extension arm so you can set your preferred angle and height.
23. Then hang a bundle of fresh eucalyptus in your shower to provide some luxe-feeling aromatherapy when it steams up with your shower steam. Also it just LOOKS nice.
24. Add a little bling to your cabinets with gold cabinet pulls, which look so sophisticated, visitors will be asking for the number of your interior designer.
25. Bring an interesting flair to plain walls and doors with premade wall panels that add just a dash of elegance without being distracting.
26. Hang a bed canopy to make your bedroom feel like even more of cozy sanctuary, and it adds a lil' extra privacy too. Bonus: It can even help dull outside noise and hold in some warmth while you sleep.
27. Arrange your bed to look as plush and put-together as you always see in the magazines with this handy guide on how to arrange pillows.
28. And make your bed feel even *more* like the height of luxury by setting up a velvet tufted headboard in a gorgeous color. If you really want to splurge, pick up a matching bench for the foot of the bed to tie this gorgeous look together.
29. Line your dresser with scented drawer liners with adorable floral designs. They make a lovely little surprise for a guest room and/or to put in your own bedroom, and reviewers say the scent is wonderful.
30. Fill that empty wall and display your favorite memories using a gallery wall kit that takes all the guesswork out of arranging them. You'll get seven frames of different sizes, all the hanging hardware you need, and (most importantly) a template to follow so you know exactly where to put each nail.
31. Or hang narrow picture ledge shelves, an even easier and more space-efficient alternative to the gallery wall that looks just as chic. Plus, this makes it easy to swap in new art whenever you like.
32. Conceal messy cords, outlets, routers, or valuables behind a faux book display with a hollow interior. Not only will you look ~well read~, you'll also make the area look instantly cleaner and more organized.
33. Cover any windows where you could use a lil' extra privacy in prismatic window film and let the sun cast gorgeous rainbows across the room. It makes for a great home office or bedroom upgrade — or anywhere you don't want any nosy neighbors poking in.
34. Add a vintage-y touch to your garage doors with decorative hinges you can admire every time you get home for the day. They attach magnetically and add that classic carriage house style.
35. Refresh your windowsill by transferring your plant bbs into pretty planters, or hanging them if you're low on space (or have nibbling-prone pets around)! Finding unique pots or hangers for your live (or fake) greenery instantly makes them a more impactful presence in your home.
36. Opt for sheer curtains instead of dark, heavy ones to help brighten up a room and let that good sunlight stream in. It helps make the room feel bigger too!
37. Splurge on a rug to tie the entire look of a room together, but make sure you're getting the right size by consulting the chart below.
Looking for the perfect gift for any occasion? Check out all of BuzzFeed’s gift guides!
