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 bottle of Feed-N-Wax wood polish and conditioner that'll not only enhance your floor's and furniture's glow, but will also layer them with a protective coating of carnauba wax and beeswax, so there's less polishing for you to do in the future.
Promising review: "I have natural wood floors and work from home. I didn’t pay attention to the fact that my desk wheels were wearing out and drying out my floor. I was able to repair two years of wheel dryness in like 15 minutes. I’ve been able to do it on other areas of our wood floor and it repairs and moisturizes areas where my dogs have run across the floor over and over. It is really one of the best products I’ve ever used." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $9.95.
2. A pack of touch-up paint pens so you can address the splotches left over from when you removed your painter's tape from the striped accent wall you painted a few years ago. Just fill one of these pens up with your latex paint and brush away!
Promising review: "I love this. They're absolutely perfect for touchin' up the little spots that need touchin' up. I have several sets filled with different paints and so far they've stayed 'usable' without the paint drying out. I rinse the brush really well after each use (latex paints) and recap it." —Hooked On AMZN!
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $14.99 (also available in a larger pack size).
3. Classic premade wall panels to help give your home a little character. These water-resistant additions might just add the dash of elegance you've been looking for.
Some reviewers used mounting tape in their apartments for a no-damage-to-the-walls installation while others added these panels onto their doors and kitchen islands!
Promising reviews: "This was so easy to do, and we are nowhere near handy!" —MJ
"Total time-saver not having to make each one myself. All perfectly symmetrical and worth every penny!" —Lu
Get a single panel from Amazon starting at $9.33+ (available in sets and tons of sizes).
4. OR, a set of four accent wall panels you can use to create soundproofing in your media room or a chic headboard for your bed.
Promising review: "These wall panels are so versatile! You can do just about anything with them. They add a major LUXE quality to your home. You really can't go wrong with these!" —Chef Toni
Get it from Amazon for $189+ (available in two sizes and 31 colors).
Or check out our roundup of the best bed frames on Amazon for some other styles.
5. A set of no-drill curtain rod brackets that were featured on Shark Tank because all you need to hang them is a hammer and curtain. In a matter of seconds you'll have a chic new entryway or window dressing!
Kwik-Hang is a family-run small business working to make hanging curtains quick and easy. Everything is made in the USA!
If you've got an extra-long rod in mind (over 60"), they've also got center support brackets!
Promising review: "I was very pleased with the results and simple installation. It literally took five seconds total to install on each side! Where have these been all of my life 😂" —Kwik-Hang Customer
Get a pair from Kwik-Hang for $11.99 (available in two sizes and in five finishes) or from Amazon for $13.99 (available in two sizes and three finishes).
6. Easy-to-install interlocking teak tiles perfect for elevating any space to the level of tropical resort spa.
Promising review: "Living in Hawaii you have to select wise items that are weather-, salt-, and red dirt-proof, etc... In total I ordered 11 boxes to complete my yoga deck. I have a few left over to make steps on the back. Very pleased and happy. May order more for an outdoor shower project!" —Adelia
Get 10 tiles (covers 10 square feet) from Amazon for $75.28.
7. A fast-drying and waterproof white grout pen so your tiles always have a bright backdrop to gleam against.
Promising review: "These things are awesome! I cleaned my bathroom tile grout first because the lady who lived there before me really let it go. A few places stayed stained and I was worried it wouldn't cover them, but all grout areas are bright white and look new now!" —Donna K Cook
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in two tip widths and a variety of colors).
8. A set of magnetic decorative garage door hinges to give them the classic carriage house door treatment.
Promising review: "The only thing I don’t like is that kids think they are real and walk up and try to hang on the handles, which obviously just come right off. I have to admit it’s hysterical; it does teach the kids to quit messing around with things they shouldn’t because they think they break them...it’s downright comical. Other than that, you would never know they are magnetic. They stay on, you can pull them off easily to wash the doors and then just put right back on. Heavy rains and they didn’t come off. It’s -20 outside now, and they're still stuck on with no problems. I got three sets — one double door and one single door, looks perfect." —GSDHouse4
Get the pack of six from Amazon for $13.67+ (available in three styles/combos; faux window panels sold separately).
9. A faux-marble surface cover because your laminate countertops have been begging for a glow-up. All you have to do is peel and stick for a glossy, easy-to-clean surface that'll elevate the look of your space.
Promising review: "I do not have the money for a new vanity right now. Insert DIY project to cover my ugly pink bathroom vanity with 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! My vanity looks so great that I decided to do the tabletop in my laundry room, and that looks great, too!" —Natalie Lamb
Get it from Amazon for $5.99+ (available in six sizes).
10. A sleek Tushy bidet that'll not only help you be kinder to the planet (no paper = less pollution), but also save your bum from rough TP. It only takes 10 minutes to install and after that, you're in for a healthier and fuller clean.
Promising review: "When it comes to doing number two, I laugh at all you TP users. The Tushy is amazing, and I can't poop anywhere that doesn't have one. I have been a Squatty Potty user for many years and now coupled with a Tushy, my bathroom experience is off the charts. So for any of you skeptics out there, buy this and thank me later. It's life-changing." —Brian Piccoli
Get it from Amazon for $49.97+ (available in two colors).
11. Prismatic window film for a little added privacy. Plus, when the sun shines through, you'll see rainbows everywhere. What an easy solution to a lack of color!
Promising review: "Buy it just for the prisms! I can't tell you how surprised and delighted we were at the rainbow effect this film has. I bought it to make a window overlooking the street more private, and I thought I would appreciate seeing the rainbow colors on the window itself. But then when the light was shining on it at the right angle, it cast these beautiful rainbow colors on the wall. So I bought a second roll to put on one of our master bedroom windows that overlooks our neighbor's patio so I don't have to draw the curtains. In the morning now, the light comes in at just the right angle to pass through the rainbow prism and cast beautiful rainbow colors on the wall...and the bed...and the cat." —J. B.
Get it from Amazon for $7.98+ (available in 11 sizes).
12. A set of three motion sensor closet lights to ~brighten~ up your wardrobe. If your closet is a dark abyss, these will help you see what clothes you actually have in there. No tools required!
These rechargeable lights offer three light mods: day mode, night mode, and always-on mode.
Promising review: "Highly recommend. Easy to install, no tools needed. The magnetic strength is strong enough so the lights don't fall off. The light is bright and works great in the middle of the night as I walk into the kitchen. Light charges quickly and it's long lasting, so you're not always recharging them. Great for kitchen, closets, and any other dark areas where you would need bright lighting. Will be ordering more f or my closets throughout my house." —Monica
Get three from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in two colors).
13. A set of metal house numbers because they add a little chic-ness to your curb appeal. Each laser-cut piece is coated in an all-weather powder to help them withstand the elements.
RapidArc is a small business whose products help you customize your home.
Promising review: "This house number plaque is everything I wanted it to be: bold, sturdy, modern looking, and well-crafted." —Amazon Customer
Get it from RapidArc on Amazon Handmade for $14.99+ (available in several sizes and colors).
14. Luxe cabinet pulls that'll help bring your bathroom and/or kitchen into the 21st century. No offense to the rusting knobs you have now that were installed back when sliced bread was invented....
Promising review: "Wow!! That's my first thought on opening these. I'm in the process of updating my master bathroom and saw these online. Of course, the bargain shopper I am, I checked my local stores. They had packs of 10 for $54...very lightweight. So I was scared of what I was getting here. These are almost 5 ounces each!! Very heavy quality, all individually wrapped with the screws for each. Definitely best quality and best price!!" —Margaret
Get a five-pack from Amazon for $12.97+ (also available in packs of 10 and 25, and in seven finishes).
15. A set of peel-and-stick tiles to make renovating your bland kitchen a whole lot easier (and cheaper)! These tiles are easy to install, clean, and maintain. HGTV is shaking!
Each pack comes with (10) 11.8" x 11.8" self-adhesive sheets.
Promising review: "I absolutely love this backsplash!! It was easy to install and looks like real tile once it’s on the wall! I would definitely recommend this product to anyone looking to add backsplash to an area of their house while staying on a budget. It will turn out looking great! JUST A NOTE: We used an adhesive spray to to make sure the tile stays in place. Better safe than sorry!" —Anna
Get a set of 10 from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in six colors).
16. Or a peel-and-stick subway tile backsplash for a sleek and classic aesthetic Joanna Gaines might just approve of.
Promising review: "These peel-and-stick kitchen tiles really brought new life to my plain kitchen. The entire job took about two hours being careful and making sure everything matched up perfectly. They were a little bit difficult to place, but the result is amazing." —Nicole J
Get a 10-pack of 12x12 panels from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in six colors).
17. A set of dimmable under-cabinet lighting strips so you can go to the kitchen for your midnight snack without facing the harshness of your overhead light. Each strip has adhesive backing, so no need to whip out the tool belt for this project.
Promising review: "I am happy that this has a true RF remote; I went behind the wall and it still worked. I needed three separate sets since my cabinets were disconnected, but being able to use just one remote for all of them is almost like what a professional would do! It came with enough cord holders to make sure they aren't hanging down. I left the lights on all day so a little bit of warmth would set the adhesive, but the lights really are cool to the touch. I think they should last for a long time since they are LED and the installation looks totally hidden!" —Daniel Moyer
Get it from Amazon for $20.99 (available in three colors).
18. Decorative wall switch plate covers with a chic hand-hammered design that'll upgrade your currently very blah situation. These modern covers are made from high-quality aluminum, so they're durable and super easy to clean.
19. A stone-effect spray paint if your countertops are in need of a glow-up but your budget is DIY. Just spray in an overlapping pattern, wait 30-60 minutes for it to dry, and voila!
Promising review: "We recently purchased a new home, and we're not gutting our main bathroom until next summer, but I just couldn't live with that 1980s green counter another day. So after reading a lot of tutorials, I decided to go for it and paint the counter. I LOVE how it came out! Once it was dry for 24 hours, I applied several coats of poly and let it sit for 72 hours before I let the counter go back into normal use. It's held up like a dream." —Mistella (This reviewer left a super in-depth review, so check out the rest of it here for their tips and tricks.)
Get it from Amazon for $15.75+ (available in seven colors).
20. Or an acrylic faux-granite DIY paint kit for an inexpensive countertop upgrade sure to impress!
Promising review: "I have a very small kitchen counter and was looking for a refresh without having to replace the ugly granite that was there. I wanted a more marbled/blended look instead of speckles, so I did a lot of blending to achieve the look. I absolutely love it! I am thrilled with this product and I will be buying another kit for my granite upstairs!" —Salami Jones
Get it from Amazon for $99.95 (available in five colors).
21. A brick whitewash paint kit to help modernize your living space. And it's simple enough to get done in just one day!
This kit comes with everything you need for your DIY project! It includes a 16-ounce can of paint, three wiping rags, a mixing container, plastic drop cloth, painter’s tape, stir stick, paint brush, and detailed instructions.
Promising review: "I highly recommend this brick paint to anyone wanting a cheap, easy, and amazing upgrade to an outdated fireplace! I googled a quick YouTube video first, then just followed the instruction. It was so easy and I'm in absolute love with the results!!!! It completely transformed & brightened our living room." —Daniel N Mandy C
Get it from Amazon for $48.85.
22. A modern waterfall faucet that'll make your bathroom feel like a fancy resort!
23. A set of wood-repairing markers and wax sticks if the annoyingly huge scratch on your lovely coffee table is your Joker origin story. Just take one of these markers and color over any imperfections. Once it's dry, your furniture will be free of any annoying scuffs, nicks, and scrapes!
Promising review: "For $10 you can cover up so many scratches that you couldn't buy a house big enough to run out of ink. I've had this for just four hours, but I fixed a table that was scratched when I moved it, kitchen cabinets, chairs, a wine rack, and some hardwood flooring. It does a good job at covering the scratches to a point where you have to stare at a spot to notice it, but don't expect it to make your furniture to look brand new again. But for $10 you can make your furniture look reasonable! Would highly recommend to anyone who has pets who scratch the !@#$ out of their wood furniture." —Phaedrus
Get six markers, six wax sticks, and a sharpener from Amazon for $8.99.
24. A high-pressure rain shower head so now you can close your eyes and pretend you got caught in a storm. A very cleansing storm.
Promising review: "I love a good showerhead with great pressure and a wide flow pattern. This showerhead delivers just that. I moved into a new house and immediately replaced the standard showerhead with this one. I'm very happy with this purchase. I installed it on the original pipe and did not use an extension pipe arm. It's got all the water pressure you'll need." —DeeOz
Get it from Amazon for $61.30+ (available in four finishes).
25. Or an aromatherapy handheld shower head filter whose vitamin C-rich shot turns every shower into a citrus-scented experience. This high-pressure shower head also works to neutralize chlorine and remove other contaminants floating around your water pipes.
Get it from our Goodful shop for $95.
26. A water-based Bissell steam mop cleaner because it effectively (and safely) removes dirt and germs! Use it on your tiles and hardwood and watch as they all return to their former glory right before your eyes. Water really is magical.
Promising review: "I just put the Bissell steam mop through its paces and I'm moved to write a scintillating review. Filled the reservoir with distilled water (not tap water and DEFINITELY no chemicals) and selected the lowest steam setting once the ready light steadied after a short warmup. Our floors weren't in terrible shape but there was dirt, smudges, and streaking left over from the family holidays. Also having two dogs that seem to love to bring into the house anything they find outside rounded out the state of the flooring. I noticed immediately that the floors looked clean even though they were still a little damp. The mop glides nicely over the flooring and I gotta say it was kinda fun. A little music and I'm a cleaning machine." —Steven Baker
Get it from Amazon for $92.69.
27. Gorgeous peel-and-stick stair risers sure to ~step~ your decor game up a notch! Give your stairs a little personality with these tile lookalikes.
28. Some restorative wipes whose technologically advanced formula restores and protects your faded, oxidized, and sun-damaged possessions. These wipes can be used on your doors, tires, patio furniture, and more!
Promising review: "My metal barstools were left on the balcony all winter because of a surprise three-day blizzard. After being buried in snow all winter I thought for sure I would have to throw them out when I saw them in the spring. Looking at them now after using the product, no one would suspect that they weren’t new ones!" —Mom@home
Get five wipes from Amazon for $14.52.
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.