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. A pack of adhesive cable clips that'll straighten out that mess of cords tangled behind your home office desk that you've been trying very hard not to think about.
2. A compact cutlery organizer cleverly designed to maximize your drawer space with stacked, angled compartments that take up waaay less space than the typical wide, flat organizers. Considering how many times a day you open this drawer, you'll be able to appreciate this space-efficient organization on the reg.
See this "life-changing" drawer organizer on TikTok! BTW, there's a version of this product for safely and compactly storing knives in a drawer too! Many reviewers ended up pairing both of these together.
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Chelsea Stuart has used the cutlery organizer to make her kitchen feel more organized. She says: "Just got this, and it has freed up SO much space in our cutlery drawer that we can now store teas, small Tupperware, etc. vs. before it was just a mess of utensils."
Promising review: "I had never seen this before I bought it, and holy crap it changed my life. So. Much. Room. There is so much room left in my drawer now that I moved stuff from another drawer and I have an entirely empty drawer in my kitchen now. Now only HALF the drawer is silverware and the other half is spatulas and cooking utensils. It is great. It also seems very sturdy. Highly recommend." —van31050
Get it from Amazon for $11.99.
3. Some stainless-steel-effect contact paper to upgrade your kitchen appliances. Because if it ain't broke, don't fix it — but you *can* still modernize the look fairly easily and cheaply.
And when you move or change your mind, you can easily remove or reposition it!
Promising review: "Amazing job at updating my wall oven. I searched for months trying to see what would be an alternative replacement to my dated wall oven (25 years old). The thing is, my old oven has always worked very well, so I couldn't really justify paying $2,000 to replace my working double wall oven only because of cosmetic reasons. Then it dawned on me that maybe if I updated the oven with this metal covering it would look like real stainless steel. So for literally the cost of $10 I updated my oven. The update is virtually unnoticeable unless you tell someone, and what's the best thing of all, it leaves no fingerprints. Best $10 I ever spent." —B. Lenj
Get an 18-inch x 6-foot roll from Amazon for $14.72.
4. Or a bottle of Therapy Premium stainless steel cleaner & polish if you've already got stainless steel appliances but they've seen better days — this plant-based cleaner will get your stainless steel looking brand new in no time flat. Goodbye smudges, dust, dirt, and oil — hello, clean surfaces and a lovely lavender scent.
You'll also get a large microfiber cloth with the bottle.
Promising review: "I bought this to keep our new stainless fridge clean. I'd tried Formula 409 and Windex, but they both left streaks. This stuff is great! Not only does it clean and polish, but it also removed the sticker residue from the price tag and leaves NO streaks! I was worried keeping a stainless fridge looking new would be difficult, but this makes it so easy. Spray on and use the microfiber towel to wipe with the 'grain' of the metal, or even just use small circular movements, it doesn't matter either way comes up shiny. It doesn't leave any residue and resists fingerprints. So happy I found this product." —Amber Morales
Get it from Amazon for $19.95.
5. A three-layer door stopper you can install (and by "install" we mean peel and stick!) underneath your door if there's a pesky gap letting in cold drafts (or those creepy crawlies that seem to emerge in the fall — ugh).
Promising review: "I’m renting an apartment and my front door doesn’t brush up against the floor. There was about an inch gap which was annoying because it meant light, noise, and bugs could get in. Ever since I’ve installed this, I’ve had almost no bugs, no light, and so much less sound! It’s great. The sound-blocking is especially amazing because my bedroom is near the front door and I hated hearing my neighbors conversations clear as day in the stairwell. It’s not totally noise cancelling but it’s so much better." —airazedy
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in four colors).
6. A foaming garbage disposal cleaner if the thought of what's lurking inside your disposal haunts you at night — these packets are made to deodorize while also removing the nasty grunge and buildup lurking within your pipes. No more gnarly smells or dirty water that just won't drain.
7. And dishwasher cleaning tablets capable of dissolving that built-up smelly residue inside your dishwasher. Just add a tablet, run a normal wash cycle, and watch lime and mineral buildup disappear. Now you don't have to worry about your dishes *actually* getting clean.
Promising review: "After the dishwasher continued to leave white spots and streaks on all the dishes, I bought this to clean it. After the first use, it made a world of difference. Dishes came out looking brand new! No spots or white marks! I now use it weekly and it still continues to work. Happy with the tablets and will continue to use them." —Catlady1414
Get a pack of six tablets from Amazon for $8.98.
8. A TikTok-famous sunset lamp that'll drench the room in rosy warm light, basically making it look like golden hour 24/7. It might seem like a little thing, but reviewers say this *dramatically* enhances a room and gives it the coziest glow.
The distance determines how wide and intense the light is — position it farther away for a softer diffused light, or closer up to focus the colorful beam on a specific spot.
Check out a similar sunset lamp on TikTok to see how it works!
Promising review: "Immediately, out of the box, it makes any room more aesthetically pleasing. It's such a simple but beautiful light to make your room feel cozy. The warm color also adds calm and serenity to your space. I am so satisfied with it, I will be buying another. My space has weird geometric angles and this light makes them feel even cooler." —-jordan_
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in four styles).
9. A set of breathable, cooling bed sheets to make your bed (and any guest beds) feel as luxurious as the one you slept in on vacation. Silky soft, breathable, and cooling, these popular sheets feel ~expensive~ but aren't, with over 158,000 (!) 5-star ratings backing up their incredible value.
Promising review: "I am a very hot sleeper therefore, I am very picky about my sheets. These sheets are very comfortable and do not make me hot. They are soft and very comfortable. Also, the company is great to work with! Excellent customer service! When my sheets arrived, there was a small problem with the fitted sheet so I emailed them (the sheets came with a flier with their contact info) and they sent me another fitted sheet right away. They said they are a family owned business and really want the customer to have a great experience. I was impressed with that level of service especially in this day and age! Bottom line: great sheets, excellent customer service and great price! Do not hesitate to buy!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available under $30 in sizes twin–queen, and in other sizes at higher price points; available in 45 colors).
10. And a set of bed bands so you can cinch those bed corners tight and keep your sheets and mattress pad from sliding right off the bed, especially if you (or your bedmate) tend to toss and turn at night.
Promising review: "We have a rather deep mattress and added a memory foam topper, which gave our fitted sheet a real stretch to be able to securely tuck at the corners and not slip off. It would hold some of the time, but we frequently had a corner or two slip off during the night. It was disrupting sleep, so I was ready to safety pin the fitted sheet corners in place. However, no need for safety pins. After giving Bed Band a try our fitted sheet slipping problem is solved! The clamp design grips like iron, but the best part is the adjustable bands that allow for a quick final fit after installing the clamps. The other designs require that you adjust the bands first, and then stretch the clamps into place under tension. With Bed Band, you clamp each band into place without tension, then you use the quick adjuster to apply tension as needed. This makes for a much simpler installation, and with a product that by its nature needs to removed and re-installed repeatedly (sheet washing), ease of installation is critical. Bed Bands is the clear design winner here for both function and ease of installation. A stellar product design at an affordable price!" —David K
Get a pack of four bands from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in three colors, two sizes, and multiple packs).
11. A set of blackout curtains that'll block out between 85% to 99% of light so your bedroom feels like the coziest cave when you want to hide away from the world (and, you know, sleep in for once). They can also help insulate the room against winter chill and summer heat.
If you don't want to drill into the wall to install curtains, we recommend going with either a tension rod, Command hooks or brackets that connect to existing blinds.
Promising review: "I don’t know why I didn’t buy these years ago. I live in a dorm with old curtains that barely helped block the parking lot light at night, let alone the blazing morning sun out of my east-facing room. I got these curtains and can now get my room pitch dark at night and darker than I had ever had it before even with the harshest light. The curtain itself lights up a little with the most direct sunlight, but it is still easy to sleep through and doesn’t ever wake me up. One of the best decisions ever and I have no complaints." —MallardTop
Get them from Amazon for $20.20+ (available in 16 sizes and 43 colors; some sizes are priced higher than $30).
12. And for other rooms, sheer curtains — opt for these 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!
You can also layer blackout curtains with sheers and keep them tied back when not in use! I use this method in my living room (it's handy to still have the blackout curtains for watching movies or playing games during the day) and it works great.
Promising review: "I LOVE THESE! I was looking for something to brighten my apartment up and to make it feel bigger. I’m so, so, so glad I decided to go with these! I was so scared while opening them. I ordered four white 95-inch sets. I just threw them in the dryer for two to three minutes to de-wrinkle them and hung them. These are amazingly cheap for how nice they are! Definitely makes my apartment feel like HOME. I would recommend these to anyone." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in 10 sizes and 23 colors).
13. Waterproof, stain-resistant faux marble granite paper to give new life to that old, scratched-up desk, vanity, or bathroom counter by resurfacing it. 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.
It took most reviewers less than an hour to completely revamp their desk, and it was two hours *tops* for others (depending on how much space you're redoing!). Psst — If you pick this up, check out this reviewer's great installation tips for applying it to a desk!
Promising review: "I do not have the money for a new vanity right now. Insert DIY project of covering my ugly pink bathroom vanity in marble contact paper. It looks 100% better and it’s super durable. It’s a little tricky to work with at first and then you get the hang of it. I’m buying more for my half bath! Update: My vanity still looks great a couple of months later! I decided to do my tabletop in my laundry room [above, right] and it looks great too! Tips: Make sure there is nothing on the surface as bumps will show through with the tiniest of debris. Also, one roll is not enough; always buy more than you think you’ll need!" —Natalie Evans
Get it from Amazon for $6.49+ (available in five sizes).
14. Prismatic window film that'll add a little more privacy while letting the sun cast gorgeous rainbows across the room during the day. It gives the coziest stained glass effect at night, and knowing no nosy passerby can peek inside your windows only makes your home feel more like a sanctuary.
Promising review: "I live in an apartment community and I wanted to find a solution to cover up my windows without using my blinds/curtains. Let me just say...wow! This beyond exceeded my expectations. Not only does it give me the privacy I need, but the way the lights reflect in the daytime AND nighttime is just breathtaking! In the morning when the sun shines through, tiny little rainbows get casted all over the bedroom! At night it looks so cozy, warm, and has a beautiful, realistic stained glass look to it." —Katie Coyle
Get a 17.5"x78.7" roll from Amazon for $9.98 (available in 11 sizes).
15. A nontoxic, waterproof grout pen so you can refresh the old stained grout on your tile floors or shower walls — a far easier and cheaper alternative to having it professionally regrouted.
I've used this before on my own kitchen tile, which had gross dark grout that stuck out like a sore thumb every time I walked in there. It takes a bit of time and patience since you have to go slow, but the instructions are very straightforward, and if you accidentally get some outside of the lines, you can just wipe it off. The end results are well worth it — the entire area looks newer and cleaner.
Promising review: "I have 12-inch white tile in my whole house that is 20 years old. Even though I have kept it looking nice, the grout still was getting dark. I cleaned the grout and let it dry good 'til the next day then used the grout pen. It looks like it is brand-new. One thing that I found out was that if the tip of the pen starts to look worn you can just pull it out and turn it over — it is the same tip on both ends. It will take some time to do the whole house but it looks so great that I will just do a section at a time 'til I finish. One other thing that I did was run my finger down the grout line after I apply the grout pen then wipe down the tile line with a paper towel so no other cleanup was necessary." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in two sizes).
16. A pack of three under-cabinet lights for the kitchen so you're not fumbling around when you come in for water at night. It'll also accentuate your backsplash!
These under-the-cabinet lights are battery-powered and come with a remote that will allow you to power them on and off, change their intensity, and set them to be motion-activated.
Promising review: "I just remodeled my kitchen and wanted lights under my cabinets to give it a cozy feel. I wanted something easy to install but effective. These lights are great! You can adjust the brightness and can even put them on a timer so they turn off on their own after 15, 30, or 60 minutes. They come with a sticky tape to attach to cabinets but I also added sticky back Velcro and they have stayed on perfectly. The company sent me an email offering any assistance if I should need it. I absolutely LOVE them and would recommend." —Lisa Corey
Get a pack of three from Amazon for $19.99 (also available as a single and in packs of two or six).
17. Scented drawer liners with elegant floral designs to line your dresser drawers with. They'll make you smile every time you catch a glimpse of them underneath your clothes, and reviewers say they have the loveliest smell too.
Promising reviews: "I am very pleased with these scented drawer liners! They are perfect for my bedroom chest of drawers. The paper is heavy and the scent is wonderful. I love it! I may buy them as gifts." —Jennifer
"This is a traditional scented drawer liner paper — the kind people used for decades before modern adhesive (plastic) papers — and it's beautiful. I purchased the royal bloom scent and it smells like fresh pears. The paper comes in a tight roll and I suggest reverse rolling or laying it flat and weighing it down for a night before installing it. I very much prefer non-adhesive paper like this because it is easy to install and replace, but also because it is old-school elegance." —Trillium
Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in three patterns).
18. A super-slim storage cart that'll let you take advantage of any tight areas in your home (like that lil' space between your bed and nightstand) because any space is potential storage space, gosh darn it! For tiny homes and apartments, this upgrade's a game-changer.
Promising review: "Fit perfectly between the bed and the wall in my small bedroom. I thought the entire thing was metal — that’s my misunderstanding. The trays are plastic. I still love it. Easily top heavy though. You must put a heavier item in the bottom if you plan to roll it around. Otherwise it’s great for the $ and perfect for what I needed." —Danielle Oed
Get it from Amazon for $21.99 (available in three colors).
19. A string of fairy lights, because there's just something magical about what these do to a room at night. It'll give your space the coziest ambience while you curl up to read or watch a movie, and make it feel a bit like Christmas year-round.
Many reviewers say the cord is short so you should definitely add an extension cord to your cart too if you don't have one. And if you like vibes of the second photo, you'll want to get some sheer curtains to recreate that hazy glow.
Promising review: "I love these lights! The settings are so much fun and add excitement to a room when you have guests. The light is so warm and makes it feel so cozy inside! I love to turn off all of the other lights in my apartment and just have these lights going when I am watching a movie. It creates a great warm glow but isn't too bright to wash out the movie. They are also a fun background for pictures!" —J_Thill
Get them from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in five colors).
20. And some ivy garland you can string up as a backdrop for your bed or computer setup or drape along a bookshelf, bed frame, floor-length mirror, the ceiling... the options are endless! They add such a cool natural vibe to the space and really help bring it all to life.
Promising review: "I ordered these for my dorm. They came in single strings for me to hang. I paired them with some curtain lights. They were easy to hang, lightweight, and look great! The smell is a little much once you first open the bag; however I do not smell anything now that they’re up." —Meghan Roum
Get a 12-pack from Amazon for $9.99 (available in two lengths).
21. Peel-and-stick backsplash tile to add some ~flavor~ to your bathroom or kitchen wall — a relatively cheap afternoon project in place of a hefty investment requiring professionals.
Promising review: "This brought new life to my super boring kitchen! This was much easier than I thought and was really worried about taking on this project but I'm glad I did. Took me over three hours from start to finish." —Blood Agent
Read the rest of this customer's in-depth review for some handy tips and tricks!
Get six self-adhesive tiles from Amazon for $17.09+ (available in five styles). One box covers about five and a half feet of wall!
22. Or a version with that classic subway tile look, perfect for revamping your kitchen backsplash. You can apply this in a single afternoon — no retiling needed.
Promising review: "I never write reviews but this product deserves a great review! I have been wanting to put subway tile in our kitchen as a backsplash since we moved in but didn’t have the time or motivation to do it, not to mention the expense. I came across these and decided to try them. I have been blown away with how great they look and every person that has seen them after I put them up doesn’t know they are not real tile. They are shiny like tile and have the texture of tile as well. They are easy to clean and relatively easy to install. It took me two afternoons only because I hadn’t ordered enough and needed one more package (a total of three packages completed my L-shaped backsplash area). This was one of the best decisions I have made for my home and it looks great!" —Kyle & Noelle
Get a 10-pack of 12x12 panels from Amazon for $26.99.
23. *And* while you're at it: Water-resistant, easy-to-install peel-and-stick floor tile to bring new life to that old, plain tile floor. Whether it's your kitchen, bathroom, or laundry room, it's amazing how much of a difference this makes!
Promising review: "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 eventually gut and revamp our bathroom 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." —Agnieska
Get a pack of 10 tiles from Amazon for $11.90 (available in two colors). Each tile measures 12x12 inches.
24. A macrame hammock, because hanging your fruit and veggies will let them ~breathe~ and also free up space on your kitchen 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.
This cute macrame hanging basket is handcrafted by Knapps Knots, a San Diego-based macramé and wood craft shop run by Anastasia Knapp, who is originally from Ukraine.
I recently picked up this macrame basket (in the Cactus shade) and *highly* recommend it if you're looking to add a cozy touch to your kitchen. As someone with a relatively small NYC kitchen, I need every bit of counter space I can get, and this lets me keep produce out without having to take up space with a fruit basket or banana stand. I'm a big fan of utilizing vertical space as storage, and this does just that; plus, it allows for ventilation to help your fruit stay fresh for longer. I'm constantly cooking with onions or grabbing an apple as a mid-day snack, and having them right there at an arm's reach is sooo nice. BTW, these come with hooks that screw directly into a cabinet, but if you (like me) want to avoid that damage, I recommend using Command hooks — I'm using four of these small toggle hooks and they've held up the basket *with* produce in it wonderfully.
Promising review: "I love love love this! It adds a lot of charm to our kitchen, and it’s super functional. The macrame is very high-quality, and it shipped fast." —Rachel Amity
Get it from Knapps Knots on Etsy for $27.90+ (available in two sizes and 11 colors).
25. For cat owners: A large, double-layered litter mat with a honeycomb design that catches and traps litter so it doesn't scatter across your floor. You can then press in on the sides to open up the mat and dump the trapped litter back into your litter box, or slide it into the trash can, whichever you prefer!
I've been using this trapper mat for over a year now, and let me tell you: It 👏 is 👏 a 👏 game-changer 👏. While it's pretty much impossible to eliminate all litter from your home if you own even one cat, let alone multiple, this mat has made keeping the floor of my litter box room MUCH more manageable. Unlike other mats, where the litter just kind of sits on top and eventually gets kicked elsewhere, this mat is designed so that the litter falls through the holes and stays inside the mat until you're ready to dump it. It's made out of an EVA material that's supposed to be gentle enough for cat paws, and my two kitties don't seem to have a problem walking on it. I *highly* recommend getting the larger 30-by-24-inch mat to extend the coverage area — I initially got the smaller one but went back for the larger size and it's perfect. Note that the mat will probably have a fold down the middle when it first arrives, but just give it some time and weigh it down with something if needed; it'll lay flat.
Promising review: "Way better than a traditional litter rug. Keeps the litter to a minimum and easy to clean! A clutch upgrade to my multi-cat household." —Quinn bae
Get the large-sized mat from Amazon for $23.99 (available in four colors and in a smaller size).
26. A slim laptop stand that'll be a game-changer for that WFH setup — it'll raise your laptop and bring it closer to eye level, especially handy if you use it with a desktop monitor. This is better for the overall ergonomics of your setup, but it also ensures your laptop gets ventilation and doesn't overheat.
This stand fits any laptop from 10 to 15.6 inches and can be easily disassembled into three parts for easy transportation.
Promising review: "This product came very quick, was easy to assemble, and it’s very sturdy. I can’t believe it took me as long as it did to purchase a laptop stand as I’ve been working from home since October. It makes a big difference in my comfort sitting at my desk for eight hours. I have two screens, so I needed my laptop to be elevated so I don’t slump over. Hands down, an absolute must for the home office." —Amazon Customer
Get it in classic silver from Amazon for $28.99 (available in nine other colors at higher price points).
27. A floral tapestry with soft colors and an eye-catching pattern — drape it behind your bed or couch for the coziest backdrop (and an easier, cheaper alternative to hanging art). It really makes an impact on the whole room!
Some people like to pair this with a canopy and/or fairy lights to really tie the look together!
Promising review: "Love this mandala tapestry! I have hung it up in my living room and it fits right into my cozy and boho vibe!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in three colors and two sizes).
28. A bed canopy you can hang to make your bedroom feel like even more of a cozy retreat, and it adds a lil' extra privacy too. Bonus: It can even help dull outside noise and hold in some warmth while you sleep.
Hang some vines and/or fairy lights to really add to that fairytale vibe! It can also help serve as a room divider.
Promising review: "This item is so beautiful. It was easy to install and a great value, especially compared to another well-known store charging 60 dollars for theirs! It gives my room the dreamy, whimsical look I wanted. I'm so happy with this purchase!" —Tiffany
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in three colors).
29. A vintage-y brass switch plate cover so you can retire those old, plain white switch covers in your home. 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.
Promising review: "Feels quality, not flimsy. Installed in a bathroom and adds a nice classy vintage touch to my switch. The metal is not highly reflective, closer to a brushed look. Great for disguising fingerprints and blends in with other non-reflective metal hardware. When the light switch is frequently the first thing someone looks at and reaches for in a room, having a quality cover like this gets noticed and enhances a room very easily. I can't believe I'm still writing about how much I enjoy a light switch cover." —Tom Generic Dude
Get it from Amazon for $4.99 (also available in a switch plate cover design and a combo design).
For another option, check out these gorgeous old-timey brass switch plate covers for $15!
30. Decorative hinges that'll liven up your garage doors with a classic carriage house look, which you'll be able to admire every time you get home for the day. They attach magnetically!
Promising review: "I didn't think these would last through one Oklahoma Spring tornado season but they have. They were easy to install and very durable. They add a very unique touch to my new garage doors." —Lila S.
Get it from Amazon for $17.08+ (available in three styles/combos, including one at a higher price point).
31. A six-outlet wall charger and surge protector so you can *finally* put an end to your daily routine of plugging and unplugging things because outlets in a certain room are limited — it even has two USB fast-charging ports and can handle those annoying bulky chargers! This MVP (most valuable product) doubles as a night-light with a dusk-to-dawn sensor, automatically turning on when ambient light in the area isn't enough to see.
Promising review: "I work from home in a small apartment, and this really made my setup work the way I want it to. I need to use all six plugs, plus I like to keep my phone and MiFi charging while working too. This was the perfect thing for me to get everything plugged in and essentially retrofitted into a built-in apartment wall desk setup that was intended for the large desktop towers of the late '90s. I’m ordering a second one in hopes it transforms another part of my weird floor plan. Bonus: The USB ports seem to fast charge my iPhone XS Max. I can go from dead to fully charged in about 90 minutes." —Moose
Get it from Amazon for $17.97+ (available in two styles, depending on what USB ports you need).
32. Or an ultra-thin socket cover with an attached power strip. The cover lays flat against the wall so you can avoid awkwardly bumping into it and actually push your desk up against the wall. It also looks *much* cleaner and is easier to hide while still giving you access to multiple outlets for your devices!
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, it's clean looking. Someone is a genius. Thanks so much!" —Jay
Get it from Amazon for $23.95+ (available in two lengths and other styles).
33. Some adjustable shelves that can house both your office supplies and decor to tidy that cluttered WFH desk. It's instant organization that you get to appreciate visually every single day.
The shelves come in two separate parts that can be arranged close together or spread further apart, depending on what you need! You can also use these shelves on any cluttered surface, like a dresser or bathroom counter.
Promising review: "Excellent product! I have been searching for an organizer to put on the top of my dresser, and I could never find anything unique, functional and not too big. I came across this organizer and took a chance since I wasn't seeing it in person. I am so glad I did! The product arrived overnight (instead of two days) and was super easy to put together... just follow the pictures exactly as shown. They even included a screwdriver, so you don't need anything extra to put it together. It is super cute, fun and fits perfectly. I definitely recommend." —lmeglin
Get them from Amazon for $25.99 (available in four colors).
34. A soundproofing strip if the walls in your apartment building are paper thin and you'd really rather not hear car horns or your neighbor's loud music while you're trying to focus. There's another big benefit as well: These can prevent heat from escaping under your door, saving you $$$ on energy!
Promising review: "This product works really well! I needed a quick fix to my home office situation. I live in an apartment in Manhattan and never noticed how much sound comes in and out until I had to be on conference calls working from home! This little tape made a big difference, took me a couple of minutes to install." —Sandra Revueltas
Get it from Amazon for $8.97+ (available in four colors and two lengths).
35. 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!
These come with a 24-key remote that controls the 16 different colors and four dimmable modes.
Promising review: "I purchased these to backlight my computer monitors and they work great. Very easy to apply (peel and stick) and easy to configure. 16 different colors, including white, can be selected via the remote control plus dimming. I think that background lighting can be more useful for computer monitors since you sit so much closer to them than your television. Also, the light given off by your monitor tends to be harsher since you are often viewing documents or other scenes with a white background. I'm thinking of purchasing longer strips of these lights to use as under-cabinet kitchen lighting or even to illuminate the toe-kick area. You could set different moods by adjusting the intensity and color." —GMak
Get a 6.5-feet strip from Amazon for $21.99.
36. A popular set of clear drawer organizers you can use to finally declutter *that* drawer (you know the one!) that's simply overflowing with small, jumbled items. It's a simple yet game-changing solution for separating your pens from your pencils, your mascaras from your lipsticks, your bobby pins from your scrunchies, and anything else that could use its own, dedicated spot.
This six-piece stackable set gets you two 3"x3" bins, two 6"x3" bins, and two 9"x3" bins. And you can use them everywhere, from your work drawer to the bathroom, kitchen, or bedroom vanity.
Promising review: "I was able to take this mess of a junk drawer, where I couldn't find a dang thing, and turn it into a work of art. It was so satisfying to make this drawer functional. These containers fit really well into this oversized drawer and I'm able to see what I need clearly." —akrei7
Get a six-piece set from Amazon for $14.99 (also available in an 18-piece set).
37. Clear refrigerator bins that'll majorly upgrade your fridge organization and make it look like something out of a magazine.
You get five drawers and one egg holder! These are great for stashing drinks, produce, and other commonly used items.
Promising review: "I love these things so much. I just got my first apartment with my boyfriend and it looked so messy in our little fridge and now it looks really appealing and everything is easy to get to. The quality of them is so good, I’m honestly impressed they’re very sturdy and the egg holder is so cute and holds 14 eggs!" —Faith Sperry
Get a set of six from Amazon for $17.99 (available in five colors).
38. And if you *really* wanna feel like a lifestyle influencer, some little fridge labels to help you (and other members of your household) remember what goes where. These *really* tie the whole look together and give it a consistent aesthetic.
Organise Life is a small business in Australia that focuses on pantry and home labels.
Promising review: "I am so delighted with my labels! They look super slick and I feel so smug looking at them all lined up along my pantry shelves. Best thing I have bought for ages!! Fast excellent service also! Thank you!" —V. Allcock
Get them from Organise Life on Etsy for $1.35+ (available in small, medium, and large sizes and in sets, as well as in four colors). You pick what you want on your labels, so you can customize them to your needs!
39. Plus, anti-mold pads that'll put an end to the frustrating cycle of fruits and veggies going bad inside your fridge before you even have a chance to use them. We've all shamefully thrown away a bag of wilted spinach or a wrinkly bell pepper — basically pouring money down the drain. These pads will buy you days of extra time and save you $$$ in the long run.
These foam liners help cut down on mold by absorbing excess water and providing your fruits/veggies better air circulation.
Promising review: "I can’t say enough good things about this product! I absolutely love them. I’m a big fan of prolonging the life of my fresh produce, and these def have helped in that quest! I use them in both my fridge drawers and in my hang baskets for my other produce. It keeps my apples fresher for longer at room temperature, and I even noticed I got an extra day or two from my avocados while using these!" —Ibeth
Get a set of four from Amazon for $13.99.
40. A set of macrame plant hangers — hang some of your precious plant bbs in these by a sunny window to save space *and* keep nibbling-prone pets from taking bites out of them. By elevating your plants, they really become a gorgeous piece of decor; plus, these hangers will help show off your prettiest planters by bringing them up to eye level!
I am a Lazy Plant Mom who used to let my new plants sit around in the plain pots they came in for wayyy too long, but since I finally got around to transferring them into cute pots and hanging some of them, it's made *such* a huge difference in my home. I've now bought this set of macrame hangers twice, and they were super easy to install all on my own; it took me (as someone who is *not* good with a drill) maybe five minutes tops per hanger. Each hanger has a slightly different design for a varied look, and they are super sturdy! I have a HEAVY ceramic pot holding a big golden pothos in one of my hangers, and it's holding up just fine. Trailing plants look particularly striking when hung, but I have some of my smaller plants in these hangers too and they look great! And as a cat mom, these let me hang my non–pet safe plants so they're out of reach of my curious kitties as well.
Get the set of four from Amazon for $20.99 (available in two colors).
41. A conversion kit that'll let you replace the plain recessed lighting in your kitchen so you can hang those gorgeous pendant lights you've had saved forever.
It has an about six-step installation process and includes all the parts you'll need. The brace adjusts to any size between 4 and 6 inches and fits the standard base sockets. It can be used on sloped ceilings up to 45 degrees, works in damp locations, has a 50-pound maximum load rating, and is paintable with no visible screws or hardware.
Promising review: "This was a pretty easy installation considering the work is on the ceiling. I've been wanting to change out the two can lights over my sink for years, so I started investigating the easiest possible way to do so. Ran across this item, and watched the video on YouTube. What the heck, I thought! Rewatched the video before installation, looked at the directions on both the converter kit and the pendant light, gathered the necessary tools described in all instructions, and set upon my mission. The hardest part (for me) was getting the self-tapping screws started. I'm pretty pleased with the outcome, I must say! By the way, I'm a 55-year-old female who has worked at a bank all of my life. Yes! It was that easy. I would highly recommend it." —Trisch Reeve
Get it from Amazon for $18.11.
42. A two-sided tea stand so you can get rid of the mountain of open tea boxes currently occupying a cabinet in your kitchen. It takes up a fraction of the space and makes it easier to find the exact blend you're craving for your daily brew.
You can choose between 80-bag or 120-bag stands with eight or 12 removable bins, respectively. Also, multiple reviewers split this in two to mount them all the way vertically as a DIY solution!
YouCopia is a woman-owned small business that specializes in home organization products.
Promising review: "Do I really need a tea bag organizer? That's what I was thinking when I ordered this. And when I took it out of the box. And when I filled the first little bag holder. But, as the pile of empty boxes grew larger, I knew the answer was yes, I do need a tea bag organizer. I was using a whole shelf and a half of jumbled tea boxes that I had to sift through to look for a specific tea. In the end, I think this held about eight or nine boxes of tea bags (I crammed some of them). I am so happy that I got this!" —Sarah C.
Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in two sizes).
43. And a U-shaped spice shelf organizer that'll make better use of your vertical cabinet space so you can quickly find what you need at a glance. It looks *much* neater, and it'll likely save you money over time when you're not accidentally buying duplicate spices because you couldn't find the oregano in the back of your cabinet. 🙃
Promising review: "Product is perfect for what I need it to do. Fits just right, is more than sturdy enough, and has made my absolutely nightmarish spice cabinet look awesome. No more duplicate spices going bad in the back of the cabinet! It’s not at all difficult to assemble. Watch the assembly videos (they’re short) before you start opening the parts bags. Otherwise, it’s easy to get intimidated by all of the extra pieces." —Congaree
Get it from Amazon for $27.99.
44. A little corner tray to give your kitchen sink essentials a dedicated spot, because you're tired of finding sopping wet sponges sitting in the sink or pooling water on the counter! It keeps everything neat, plus it has holes to allow excess water to drain directly into the sink.
Promising review: "Organization and simplicity at its best, and at a fair price. This little piece of plastic has made a WORLD of difference for my sink. Before, I'd always knock the liquid dish soap into my sink when reaching for it, or even the hand soap or sponge would get knocked around. Not to mention all the germs they were exposed to, just sitting on the sink. This has helped organize the space as well as providing protection from germs. It also fits well with almost any color you may have in your kitchen. Mine's white and stainless steel, so it's perfect." —Anna Kilgore
Get it from Amazon for $15.99.
45. A set of ultra-soft corduroy pillow covers for cozying up your bed or couch. They'll accent your color scheme or other decorative pillows *and* give you an excuse to take way more midday naps.
I own these in the orange shade and can vouch that they're *so* soft and not just for looks (but they look cute too!). I was so tired of getting decorative throw pillow covers that were cute but scratchy and not at all pleasant to lay your head on, and these fit the bill perfectly. They're a permanent fixture on my couch now and I've taken many a nap on them, and they'd be great on a bed too.
Promising review: "I bought the orange rectangular ones to go with some fall printed pillow covers. They were really just for decoration, but they are super soft and cozy! They fit very snug on the pillows I had. I really like them; in fact, I bought a square set in green to go with my Christmas decor! Would definitely recommend." —gb
Get a set of two 18x18 covers from Amazon for $14.99 (available in 22 colors and nine sizes).
If you're looking for affordable pillow inserts to match the covers, you can buy a set of two hypoallergenic pillow inserts on Amazon for $9.99+. For the fluffiest pillow, opt for an insert that's 2 inches bigger than your cover (so if you get an 18x18-inch cover, you'll want a 20x20-inch insert for optimal fluffiness).
46. A faux sheepskin rug to lay on the floor beside your bed, in front of your floor-length mirror, or across your reading chair to inject some serious "hygge" (a Danish word referring to a mood of coziness and contentment).
Heads up that if you have any pets, wherever you place this will *probably* become their new favorite nap spot.
Promising review: "Hygge! Need I say more? I purchased it to go on top of my ottoman just to add a bit of cozy to the living room. It transformed the room. It’s soft and pretty but mostly it just gives the room a comfy boho meets modern meets scandi in winter look. Yep, it’s a keeper." —Happy
Get a 2x3 rug from Amazon for $20.99 (available in 12 sizes and 21 colors, some of which are at higher price points).
47. A pack of drawer dividers that'll make your jumbled mess of an underwear drawer look like a Victoria's Secret display. They expand to fit the length of your drawer with grips to hold them in place.
Promising review: "I love these dividers! They are sturdy and very simple to install. They stay in place and are easy to move when needed. I continue buying more in an attempt to organize my life and make my house look like those on Instagram. They are so useful! They look a bit bulky, but I don’t mind because they work so well. I’m glad I decided to purchase these instead of similar looking, less expensive dividers. This is a quality product that I wish I had discovered sooner. I only wish there was also a 6-inch high size available for deeper drawers." —HKA
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $22.99.
48. Or drawer dividers with bins for storing individual pieces of underwear or socks, which *really* ensures the drawer won't end up jumbled over time, especially if you don't have a perfect fold for each one.
%20Home%20Upgrades%20Under%20%2430&media=https%3A%2F%2Fimg-mkr.buzzfeed.com%2Fbuzzfeed-static%2Fstatic%2F2023-01%2F13%2F17%2Fcampaign_images%2Fd96dc791faed%2F50-simple-but-impactful-home-upgrades-under-30-2-9763-1673631088-5_dblbig.jpg%3Ftemplate%3Dpinterest-vertical-dots-v1%26title%3DNTAgU2ltcGxlIChCdXQgSW1wYWN0ZnVsKSBIb21lIFVwZ3JhZGVzIFVuZGVyICQzMA%3D%3D%26color1%3Dpink){kind=link}
Promising review: "I lose socks all the time and previously had to waste time rummaging around my sock drawer to find a match or to find a particular color. This organizer helps socks stay together and I can easily see what I have. It's also great being able to store underwear and put them in rainbow order — very satisfying. It's easy to assemble and I'm happy that when I move if I need to I can easily collapse it so it doesn't take up space. Highly recommend!" —Erica
Get it from Amazon for $13.87 (available in seven colors).
49. A pack of two invisible floating shelves if you don't have a bathroom cupboard for storing toiletries, or just need more space. These invisible floating shelves are narrower than most so they don't protrude out much, and they look as nice as they are functional.
Promising review: "The shelves look better than I thought they would and are a great solution for providing additional storage on a small wall space in the bathroom. Most other similar shelves are too wide (in depth) for my space so be aware that wide items may not fit but I needed something narrow. Also, I was afraid it might be made of flimsy plastic but it's quite sturdy for cosmetics and lotions (would not recommend for a bowling ball collection). Was just what I wanted." —DLK
Get a set of two from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in two sizes and with ends).
50. Finally, a bundle of fresh eucalyptus for hanging in your shower to provide some luxe-feeling aromatherapy when it steams up with your shower steam. Also it just LOOKS nice.
These bundles are put together and sold by Eucalyptus Blooms, a small woman-owned shop based in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Promising review: "Exceeded my expectations!!! I received my bundle quickly and it was packaged well. Very fragrant and I appreciated the hook that was included with the bundle to hang it right in my shower. I am definitely enjoying the aroma of eucalyptus as I shower." —Mcjunkinst
Get it from Eucalyptus Blooms on Etsy for $13.44+ (available in three sizes).
Note: The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.