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50 Cheap Home Upgrades On Amazon That Are So Freaking Impressive

50 Cheap Home Upgrades On Amazon That Are So Freaking Impressive

Make a big difference in your kitchen, bedroom, bathrooms, and more.

Written by Jenny White
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You don’t have to spend big bucks to step up the look, feel, and overall functionality of your home. Amazon is packed with some so many impressive products that’ll make a big difference in your kitchen, bedroom, bathrooms, and more — on a budget. From finds that are just as cozy as they are budget-friendly to elevated versions of household staples like tissue box covers and toilet brushes, the only thing more impressive than these products are the ratings they’ve gotten.

01An Insulating Door Draft Stopper To Keep Your Home Quieter

This door draft stopper will keep the heat or cold from escaping your home depending on the time of year, reducing your energy bill. It can also help with noise reduction. Made from flexible silicone, the 41-inch stopper can be trimmed to the exact size needed to fill gaps up to 1 inch in size. Also available in the listing is a 38-inch option, plus various colors.

02A Machine-Washable Rug With Vintage Vibes

A machine-washable rug is a game changer and this one features synthetic fibers that are durable yet soft. Consider 20 sizes (including round ones), as well as 11 vintage-inspired patterns in the listing.

03An Automatic Keyhole Light That Installs Without Drilling

Mount this motion-detection light over the keyhole on your front, back, or side doors so you don’t have to fumble around in the dark to get it open. The light features four LEDs for brightness (they’ll last about 100,000 hours) and it installs using included double-sided adhesive tape.

04This Cutlery Organizer With 71,000+ 5-Star Reviews

Limited space in your kitchen drawers? This cutlery tray boasts five angled compartments to take up far less room, yet it can still accommodate up to 24 knives, spoons, and forks. “This is probably one of my best purchases on Amazon ever! It gave me half the space in my drawer back and fit all of my utensils nicely,” wrote one shopper.

05This Stone Bath Mat That Absorbs Water Instantly

Made from stone, this bath mat is unlike anything you’ve ever seen — when you step out of the shower onto it, any water that drips down will be instantly absorbed and the whole thing will be dry in less than a minute. Nonslip feet on the bottom keep it in place. Gray and off-white colors are available in the listing, both of which feature a modern herringbone design.

06A Wireless Doorbell That’s Customizable

This wireless doorbell will greatly upgrade your everyday experience with its offer of over 52 chimes to choose from. The set comes with one transmitter with a 1,000-foot range as well as two receivers that can each be programmed to have different tones. On top of that, you can choose from four volume levels so as not to disturb dinner parties or nap times.

07A Sturdy Wall-Mounted Hair Dryer Holder That’s Less Than $15

Short on storage space in your bathroom? This stainless steel holder mounts on the wall to hold your hair dryer for quick and easy access (and it has a place to wrap the cord, too). It can hold pretty much any model of hair dryer, including smaller ones. Choose from three color options in the listing.

08This Toilet Paper Holder That Can Even Hold Jumbo Rolls

This toilet paper roll holder has a smart design — it hangs on your toilet’s tank (just place it right underneath the lid to secure it in place) and it can store three rolls at a time, including jumbo ones. The stainless steel pick has a rust-resistant finish and there’s foam on the back of the hook to prevent scratches. Pick from various finishes in the listing.

09A Nonstick Oven Liner That Prevents Hard-To-Clean Mess

These nonstick oven liners will save you countless hours of elbow grease scrubbing away mess from drips and splatter. They come in a pack of two and are made of Teflon that’s easy to clean by hand or in the dishwasher. Choose from black, silver, or gold, cut them to size if needed, and place them in the bottom of your oven to keep cooking mess-free.

10This 4-Pack Of Stackable Bottle Holders For Wine & More

For less than $20, this stackable four-pack of bottle holders will organize your wine collection. They’re made from BPA-free plastic that won’t shatter. You can also use this pick to store other bottles, including water bottles, protein shaker bottles, and more.

11This Food Storage Set With Airtight Lids & Personalizable Labels

Make your pantry Pinterest-worthy by putting your food in these storage containers. The set includes six stackable containers in varying sizes, 12 chalkboard labels for organizing (and a marker to write on them), and six lids that’ll create an airtight seal to keep your food fresh. Made from BPA-free plastic, the components are dishwasher safe. Larger sets are also available in the listing.

12A 2-In-1 Strainer & Stopper For Your Kitchen Sink

This two-in-one stopper for your kitchen functions as a strainer to trap food scraps before they enter your drain and also as a stopper to fill your basin with water for dishwashing. It’s made from durable stainless steel with a silicone underside to not scratch your sink. “Smart design, and works very well,” wrote one fan.

13A Pair Of Silky Pillowcases With 219,000+ 5-Star Reviews

With a whopping 300,000 reviews on Amazon and a 4.5-star rating overall, it’s clear that this pair of satin pillowcases will seriously upgrade your sleeping experience — for less than $10. The silk-like pillowcases feel luxuriously smooth and soft, and reviewers confirm they make a big difference when it comes to your hair and skin. “Not only does it provide comfort and softness, but it also protects against hair breakage and skin breakout. Fits well over the pillow and does not slide off,” wrote one commenter. Check out the listing for all of the size and color options — there are tons to consider.

14A C-Shaped Table That Can Hold 50 Pounds

“The table can be used as an end table, a couch table, or a bedside table, making it perfect for any room in the house,” wrote one commenter about this C-shaped table. Made from steel and manufactured wood, the table can hold up to 50 pounds on its two shelves. Assembly is straightforward and takes less than 15 minutes. Pick from various finishes in the listing.

15These Stick-On Lights To Brighten Any Bath Or Vanity

Stick these LED lights on any mirror to make it into a luxurious vanity. The 10 lights can be adjusted in brightness (using the dimmer switch) based on the task at hand. The full length of the kit is 11.5 feet, but it can easily be adjusted and extra bulbs can even be cut off depending on your specific setup.

16This Highly Adjustable Rack That Works In The Kitchen, Bath & More

Use this adjustable rack to better organize your pantry or cabinets; it can be tweaked in both height and width to fit nearly any space. Made from durable plastic, the organizer can support up to 35 pounds of cans, boxes, and other food items. And the nonslip surface ensures nothing slides off.

17This Reversible Throw Blanket That Reviewers Love

This fleece throw blanket is so cozy — Amazon reviewers have given it a 4.7-star overall rating on the site. It features a reversible design with a soft material on one side and a shaggier fabric on the other. It comes in four sizes — three of which are meant specifically for beds — and 17 colors to match your home’s aesthetic.

18A Silicone Utensil Rest To Keep Your Countertop Clean

With over 37,000 ratings and 4.7 stars, this silicone utensil rest is a popular choice for keeping tools near and countertops clean while you cook. It has room to hold four utensils from spoons to spatulas to tongs and includes a large drip tray to catch any liquid or food particles. The silicone material’s nonslip texture keeps it in place and is easily cleaned in the dishwasher.

19These Rug Grippers That Can Be Used Indoors & Out

A curling rug is dangerous and an eyesore, but these rug grippers will easily fix this dilemma. The V-shaped grippers feature sticky gel that’ll affix to the underside of any indoor or outdoor rug (regardless of its material or thickness) to keep it in place without causing damage to the surface below. They can be used on rugs indoors or out. Choose from four- or eight-packs in the listing.

20A Pair Of Wooden Shelves With A 4.7-Star Overall Rating

Made from pine wood with metal accents, these floating shelves will bring a rustic, natural feel to any space — hang them in the bathroom, kitchen, or anywhere else you could benefit from a little extra storage. The set comes with two shelves (each of which is over 1 foot long), an optional towel holder for under one of the shelves, and all of the installation hardware. There are plenty of finishes to consider in the listing.

21These Adhesive LED Lights That Are Powered By Your TV

“We have a set of these for each TV we have in the house - must-have! It helps with eye strain and just looks great,” wrote one fan about these LED lights that mount on the backside of a TV or computer screen. The lights can be set to 15 different colors and 10 brightness levels to create the ultimate mood for your space. Choose from three sizes in the listing based on the specs of your TV — and they can be trimmed to fit.

22This Highly Rated Magnetic Garage Door Hardware Set

Instantly dress up your garage door with this magnetic hardware set. It includes four faux hinges and two decorative handles — all of which feature a black finish that won’t fade or crack — that’ll magnetize onto steel or metal alloy doors. “Really nice upgrade for boring garage doors,” wrote one reviewer.

23A Broom Holder That Mounts To The Wall

A perfect way to tidy up any chaotic utility closet or garden shed, this broom holder mounts to the wall to get your tools off the ground. It has five spring-loaded slots with rubber grips for taller items as well as six retractable hooks to hang things such as garden tools and dustpans. Able to hold up to 35 pounds, use the included hardware for a quick installation.

24This Soap Tray With A Self-Draining Slanted Design

The base of this soap tray is slanted so water will drain right back into the sink or shower rather than pool in the bottom. It’s made from a durable water-resistant silicone material, and there are four colors to pick from in the listing.

25This Plug-In Wall Sconce That’s Dimmable

You don’t need to hire an electrician to hang this wall sconce; it’ll plug into any standard outlet for power (though you could still choose to hardwire it instead). It boasts two built-in USB ports for charging devices, a dimmer switch to adjust the brightness, and three finish options in the listing to match any space.

26A Space-Saving Clothesline That Extends To Almost 14 Feet

Don’t have the room or desire for a bulky drying rack? This retractable clothesline extends up to 13.9 feet, giving you ample space to dry all of your clothes, sheets, towels, and other linens — it can hold up to 40 pounds. When not in use, it retracts to take up essentially no space.

27A Necklace Organizer To Keep Jewelry Neatly Displayed

If you’re tired of spending countless minutes untangling jewelry, grab this necklace organizer that allows it to hang neatly. It comes in a pack of two with 10 hooks on each. Mount it using the included self-adhesive strip or use the built-in holes on each end for nails if you prefer. Get creative and use one for shorter items such as earrings or bracelets and the other for long chains.

28This Set Of Stainless Steel Bowls That Won’t Absorb Odors

Use this set of stainless steel bowls over and over again and they’ll never transfer flavor or odor thanks to their nonporous material. Every set includes five sizes ranging from a 0.75 to a 5-quart capacity with the ability to go in the dishwasher for easy clean up. The rolled rim of each bowl allows for mess-free pouring and, best of all, they nest inside one another for space-saving storage.

29This Rotating Taco Bar With A Built-In Warming Pot

Get ready for the ultimate taco Tuesday — this turntable taco bar has a 20-ounce warming pot in the center (for queso, meat, beans, or rice), as well as six removable trays for lettuce, cheese, onions, tomatoes, salsa, or any other toppings. It smoothly spins so the whole table can access everything. Four taco holders are also included.

30A Battery Organizer That’ll Tidy Up Your Junk Drawer

Tidy up your junk drawer once and for all with this battery organizer. It has designated space for up to 93 batteries ranging from AA to AAA to 9-volt. It comes with its own convenient tester and can be mounted to your garage wall or neatly stored in a cabinet.

31A Pair Of Expensive-Looking Shower Door Hooks For Less Than $15

Hang towels, bathrobes, loofahs, and more from this pair of stainless steel shower door hooks. They are designed specifically for frameless glass shower doors up to three-eighths of an inch thick. They’re made from rustproof stainless steel with sponge pads on the back to protect your shower from scratches. Pick from gold, black, or silver finishes in the listing.

32This Roll-Up Dish Drying Rack That Saves Countertop Space

This roll-up dish drying rack rolls directly over the sink, freeing up precious countertop space for other needs. It’s constructed of stainless steel slats that encourage lots of airflow for fast drying and allow it to double as a trivet or a place to wash fresh produce. Silicone feet on either end keep the rack in place and it rolls up to take up barely any space when stored.

33A 3-Tier Fruit Basket With Locking Wheels

Shockingly, this fruit basket costs less than $35. It boasts two sturdy metal baskets for fruits, veggies, and the like, plus the wooden top can be used for other items that you’d like within reach. It sits on wheels for easy relocating but they can be locked once in place to not shift around. Four- and five-tier options are also available in the listing.

34A Stainless Steel Caddy & Soap Dish Set For Less Than $15

With a price tag of less than $15, this shower caddy set includes a shower caddy with four removable hooks to accommodate various bathing products, as well as a soap holder. Both pieces are made from stainless steel and can be installed with the included adhesive hooks.

35This Lid Organizer With Customizable Sections

If the lids of your food storage containers are a hot mess in your kitchen cabinets, then you need this lid organizer in your life. It comes with five dividers that you can use to customize the size of the compartments to accommodate small, medium, or large lids. Built-in handles make it a cinch to grab and slide the whole organizer.

36A Dryer Vent Cleaner Kit That Attaches To Your Vacuum

It’s simpler than you think to get rid of built-up lint thanks to this dryer vent cleaning kit. It comes with a long, flat hose that connects to any standard vacuum to suck out years of accumulated particles that could be making your dryer less efficient. Plus, as a serious bonus, it’ll function to keep your household safer by preventing accidental fires.

37Some Expandable Bamboo Drawer Dividers For Customizable Organization

Expandable in length from 17.5 inches to 22 inches, these bamboo drawer dividers will fit in practically any drawer. The set comes with four dividers and each one features a built-in spring to hold it firmly in place. Natural, gray, and white options are available in the listing.

38This In-Cabinet Garbage Bag Dispenser That Has A Shelf On Top

Get rid of the ugly, bulky box your garbage bags came in and store them in this handy dispenser instead. It holds a standard roll of 13-gallon bags, and when you need access to one, simply pull it out through the large opening in front. The dispenser mounts on standard kitchen cabinet doors using the sturdy steel bracket on top. Use the shelf on top to store small essentials.

39A 4-Pack Of LED Bar Lights That Are Battery Powered

Add ambiance and extra light to your home with these LED lights. While they’re designed to be positioned underneath kitchen or bathroom cabinets, reviewers also use them in other spots around the house, including in a closet, pantry, garage, or office. The set comes with four lights, each of which puts out a warm white glow. Use the remote control to tweak settings like the brightness or set a timer. The lights are powered by three AA batteries each and can be installed via adhesive tape or screws (both are included).

40A Surprisingly Stylish Toilet Bowl Brush & Plunger Set

Whoever said that toilet bowl brushes and plungers are always ugly has never seen this storage set before. The two-in-one design features a covered brush holder and a plunger holder to accommodate these bathroom essentials stylishly and discreetly. Also included are the bristled toilet bowl brush and a rubber plunger with a long, narrow profile. Consider a few neutral colors in the listing.

41This Sleek Soap Dispenser That You Can Control With Your Wrist

Using just your wrist, push down on the extra-large pump head of this soap dispenser to get the product out — it’s much more sanitary and convenient when your hands are messy. The dispenser is compatible with all types of liquid hand soap and it can hold around eight ounces at a time, though you’ll know when it’s time for a refill thanks to the transparent base. Pick from five modern colors in the listing.

42These Silicone Baking Mats With Macaron Stencils

Work on your patisserie skills with these highly rated silicone baking mats that include helpful macaron stencils. The mats are completely nonstick and don’t require a bit of greasing or parchment paper. Heat-safe up to 480 degrees Fahrenheit, they can be washed in the dishwasher and reused again and again as a cost-saving and environmentally-friendly baking tool.

43A Surge Protector That Can Power 9 Devices At Once

This three-sided outlet extender can power up to nine electronics at once because it boasts five regular three-pronged outlets, three USB-A ports, and one USB-C port. It has built-in surge protection and a fire-resistant casing to keep your electronics safe.

44This Magnetic Holder To Keep Your Cables In Place

Say goodbye to chaotic electronic cords and hello to a much more organized and stylish setup. This magnetic cable manager rests on any surface (there’s a grippy bottom to stay in place) and the built-in magnet on top securely holds onto cords so they don’t end up in a jumbled mess on the ground. There are two sizes available in the listing, as well as four colors.

45An Adjustable Organizer For Storage Bags, Plastic Wrap & More

Pantry overflowing with boxes of aluminum foil, storage bags, plastic wrap, and more? This box organizer snaps together fast and the three tiers can be adjusted in height to fit any size or shape of boxes that you have. Nonslip feet prevent it from sliding and larger options are also available in the listing.

46A High-Quality Marble Tray That Has So Many Uses

The potential for this marble tray is essentially limitless. Use it in your kitchen as a caddy next to the sink, on top of your dresser in the bedroom to corral loose items, or in your office for all of your supplies. It’s made from genuine marble with a polished finish and it measures 12 inches in length.

47This In-Drawer Bamboo Knife Block That Holds 16 Blades & A Sharpener

This wildly practical bamboo in-drawer knife block deserves an instant “add to cart.” It securely holds up to 16 knives — the upper tier holds eight knives that are up to 9 inches long, while the bottom section holds eight knives up to 16 inches long — and a knife sharpener.

48A Pair Of Versatile 2-Tier Organizers With Sliding Baskets

These two-tier organizers are sturdy, functional, and easy on the eyes. The organizers are made from metal and each one features dual sliding drawers that allow for quick access to the stuff inside. Reviewers use them for all sorts of items all over the house. Choose from gray, bronze, or white in the listing.

49This Digital Kitchen Scale That Provides Precise Measurements

Whip up your favorite recipes to perfection using this digital kitchen scale that will give you measurements down to the gram. It can weigh in ounces, pounds, and milliliters as well with a large screen being easy to read. A helpful tare button and an easy-to-store design add to this little scale’s great functionality.

50A Coffee Mat That Absorbs Spills

Place this ingenious coffee mat underneath your espresso setup as it will keep your countertop clean by instantly absorbing any accidental spills. Available in eight colors such as dark gray, smokey blue, or pink-orange, it features a rubber backing to keep in place and prevent any leaks to the surface below. Choose from three sizes.

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