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50 Cheap Things That Make Your Home Look 10x Better

50 Cheap Things That Make Your Home Look 10x Better

It doesn’t take a lot of cash to improve your home.

Written by Amanda Pellegrino
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There are so many easy ways to make a major change to your home to make it look tidier, more expensive, prettier — just plain better. And you can do these simple home improvements without spending major-change level money. In fact, small improvements can make a big impact. From adding statement decor pieces and customized lighting to decluttering and organizing, here are 50 cheap things that make your home look 10 times better.

01These Luxe Satin Pillowcases That Are Great On Skin & Hair

Available in dozens of luxurious colors, these satin pillowcases will not only make your bed look and better than a hotel, but the super gentle fabric is also great for your skin and hair. Because it’s so smooth and buttery soft, it prevents red marks on your face when you wake up as well as breaking, pulling, and frizzing hair as you toss and turn. It’s no wonder why these have over 223,000 five-star reviews on Amazon.

02A Chic Mirrored Clock With 2 Built-In USB Charger Ports

This clock features a mirrored surface and a digital clock face that will look great on your nightstand. It has two built-in USB charging ports, 11 color modes, three brightness levels, and a night mode so it doesn’t disturb you in your sleep. If you don’t need it as a clock, don’t worry, that mirrored surface is funtional so you can use this to do your hair and makeup in the morning.

03These Battery-Powered Lights That Turn On & Off Automatically

One simple way to elevate your space is by using battery-operated lights to brighten up the dark corners of your closets, stairwell, garage, kitchen cabinets, and other places where reaching an outlet is tough. This three-pack of lights feature motion sensors, so they automatically turn on when movement is detected within 10 feet and off after 30 seconds of stillness, making these especially great for late-night kitchen and bathroom runs.

04These Space-Saving Hangers That Hold 5 Pairs Of Pants

If you’re short on space in your closet or dresser, these hangers designed specifically for pants are a game-changer in clothes organization. They’re made of solid beechwood with steel hardware, and have five tiers to compactly store clothes. They can also be used horizontally for perfectly-spaced hanging. And don’t worry, each hook has a nonslip surface to keep your pants from bunching up and wrinkling.

05A Gorgeous Glass Lamp That Warms Your Candles Flame-Free

If you love candles but don’t love the live flame, this stunning lamp has four brightness levels that will warm your candle to get all the scent and none of the fire. It can be set to three timers — eight hours, four hours, and two hours — so you don’t have to worry about your candle setup. With a chic glass lampshade and wooden base, this stunner is a decor piece you’ll want to show off.

06A Silicone Drying Mat With Raised Edges For A Mess-Free Counter

Using this silicone mat to dry your dishes immediately elevates the look of your kitchen, creating a clean and dry counter. It has a raised edge to keep water from spilling, and a ribbed texture to increase airflow to your dishes. And, because it has a silicone base, it’s heat-resistant and can also be used a as a trivet for hot pans.

07These Purse Organizers That Hang Over Your Closet Door

If your purse collection is in a messy pile on the floor of your bedroom or closet, you need to check out these organizers. Each one holds up to six purses in individual pouches that are see-through so you can easily grab exactly the one you need. But these are not only for purses — they can also be used to store towels, sheet sets, and more.

08A Highly Rated Down Alternative Comforter With Chic Box Stitching

With a 4.7-star rating, this comforter is super soft and lightweight, which makes it suitable for every season of the year. In addition to being super comfortable, this down alternative comforter features box stitching, which looks super chic but also is functional and stops the plush filling from bunching up. This comforter is available in three sizes and nine colors and can also be used as a duvet insert.

09This Soft Bath Mat That Absorbs Water In Seconds

Diatomaceous earth bath mats are everywhere right now, and this one is a softer version, which makes it comfortable to use as you step out of the shower. This bath mat not only has a neutral appearance that can work in any bathroom, it also absorbs water in as little as three seconds and water marks will be totally gone in a few minutes, which keeps your bathroom looking great and your floor totally dry.

10An Aesthetic Mushroom Lamp That Lets Off A Warm Amber Glow

This mushroom lamp is a stunning addition to your nightstand, desk, living room, kitchen — you name it — that’s sure to make a statement. It features a striped milk white glass with a bubble top detail, and it lets off a warm amber glow that’s great for reading before bed or setting a cozy vibe around your home.

11These Corner Stickers That Keep Your Rugs From Curling

Rugs that curl on the corners are not only an eyesore but they’re also a tripping hazard. Keep your rugs secure to the floor with these stickers. The V-shaped design adheres to all four corners of your rugs with sturdy tape to slightly weigh them down and keep them securely flush to the floor.

12These Battery-Operated Candles In Stunning Glass Votives

Candles are a great way to set the mood, and these battery-operated ones are realistic enough to elevate your space without the worry of a live flame. They’re controlled with a remote to turn on and off, dim them, or set timers for two, four, six, or eight hours. And the real wax candles come in these stunning smoked glass votives.

13This Stone Caddy That Keeps Your Countertop Dry & Organized

This stone caddy looks spa-worthy chic while maintaining a dry and organized bathroom or kitchen counter. Not only does it elevate the look of your room but the stone surface dries in just one minute to avoid puddles on your counter. That means this piece is great to store your toothbrush, soaps, sponges, and other essentials that can get a little wet.

14A Pumice Stone Cleaner That Makes Your Toilet Look Brand New

Say goodbye to unsightly rings in your toilet when you have this pumice stone scrubber. Without the use of grody brushes or smelly chemical cleaners, this stone gently removes stains from a variety of surface, including those toilet rings. This scrubber is also great for floor tiles, sinks, grills, and more.

15These Multi-Colored Hollywood Lights That Mount To A Mirror

Create a professional-looking vanity for a budget-friendly price with these globe lights. These lights mount around your mirror and feature 16 color lighting modes to customize to the vibe you’re looking for, whether you want old Hollywood glamour with warm white or something funky and modern with rainbow. These stylish lights stick right onto your mirror, so they’re great for putting on makeup, taking photos, and elevating your “get ready with me” videos.

16This Stainless Steel Utensil Holder With Removable Dividers

This extra-wide stainless steel utensil holder rotates 360 degrees and has a fingerprint-proof surface so it always looks great on your counter. It comes with a T-shaped divider that can be removed or used for extra organization. And it has a nonslip bottom that also protects your counter from scratches.

17A Sunglasses Case That Keeps Up To 8 Pairs Organized

Keep your glasses and sunglasses organized and in an easy-to-grab place when you store them in this pre-sectioned case. The faux leather base has a clear top so you can see everything inside at a glance and a velvet interior that’s gentle on your glasses to prevent scratching. It’s pre-sectioned to display up to eight pairs.

18These Textured Throw Pillow Covers With Pom Pom Details

These decorative throw pillow covers will instantly elevate your bedroom or living room with their corduroy texture, pom pom fringe, and easy-to-style muted colors. They come in multiple sizes, depending on how big or small your couch is, and the hidden zipper design keeps the pillow looking seamless.

19These Color-Changing TV Backlights With 10 Brightness Modes

Personalize your lighting and elevate your movie nights with these LED string lights. The USB-powered strips mount directly to the back of your television and add contrast to your screen to reduce eye strain and headaches while watching. Plus, they feature 15 color options, 10 brightness options, and one fade mode.

20A Moisture-Wicking Sheet Set With Over 255,000 5-Star Ratings

With over 255,000 five-star ratings, fans are obsessed with the quality, softness, and wrinkle-resistance of these sheets, noting they always feel crisp even after multiple washes. Available in over three dozen colors and patterns, this temperature regulating set comes with a fitted sheet, top sheet, and two pillowcases that will keep you cozy and cool.

21These Chic Velvet Hangers That Preserve The Shape Of Your Shirts

Hanging your clothes on good quality, uniform-looking hangers instantly elevates your closet and makes it seem more organized. This set of 50 feature a velvet surface that’s nonslip and gentle on clothes, a 360-degree hook for easy access, and a thin silhouette to save space in your closet. Plus, each hanger has a curved shoulder line that preserves the shape of your favorite shirts and sweaters.

22These Stainless Steel Shower Caddies With Hooks For Accessories

Get your bathroom essentials off the side of your bathtub and onto these sturdy, stainless steel shower caddies. The large one holds up to 20 pounds and is great for shampoos, conditioner, body washes and more. The smaller one holds is self-draining to hold a bar of soap. And it comes with four hooks for loofahs, your razor, or a washcloth.

23This Chalkboard Wallpaper That’s Easy To Install

If you want a chalkboard wall without the permanence of paint, check out this wallpaper. The peel-and-stick black vinyl wallpaper can be cut to size, goes on smooth, and can be peeled off without ruining your paint job. It has a sleek, matte finish and the set comes with five pieces of chalk: two white, one blue, one red, and one yellow, so you can write your to-do lists ASAP.

24A Case-Friendly Wireless Charger That’s Super Slim

This wireless charger looks so sleek on your nightstand, desk, or wherever else you need to power up your devices. It has a super slim, 5-millimeter thick design, and it works through your case so you don’t have to worry about taking it off every time your battery level is red. Plus, it automatically powers off to protect from over-voltage, overcurrent, and overheating.

25These Cute Glass Cups With Bamboo Lids & Glass Straws

Great for both hot and cold drinks, these 18-ounce glass cups are in an adorable jar shape and come with four bamboo lids, four glass straws, one straw cleaner, and two coasters. They’re scratch-resistant and made of thick glass, making them perfect for your morning brew, evening margarita, or daily water.

26These Clear Fridge Bins With A Near-Perfect Rating

Get your fridge TikTok-worthy with the help of these clear organizational bins. They have a simple acrylic design that can hold everything from produce to condiments, and if they’re not overflowing, they can be stacked to make great use of vertical space. These bins have handles on the front to make pulling out your ingredients a breeze, which is why they have a 4.7-star rating on Amazon.

27This Battery-Operated Light That’s Museum-Worthy

Turn your gallery wall into a glamorous art museum with this battery-operated picture light. The narrow and long tube sits above the painting’s frame to blend in while highlighting each individual piece of art. It’s controlled with a remote, comes in three color temperatures, can be dimmed to 50% and features four timer options.

28This Velvet Jewelry Box With Areas For Every Piece

If you need a chic and convenient home for all your jewelry, check out this velvet box. It comes with pre-sectioned areas specifically designed to hold your rings, earrings, necklaces, and bracelets, and even has a small built-in mirror. Plus, the compact size makes it easy to travel safely with all your favorite pieces if you want to move this from your dresser.

29These Ceramic Flower Pots With A Gorgeous 2-Tone Design

Your plants will look great when you swap out their old, uninteresting planters for these stunning and mod flower pots. The set comes with two sized pots — a large cylindrical one and a smaller octagon one, both with modern, hand-painted lines and colors that will make a statement in your home for a budget-friendly price.

30This Super Cool Lamp That Projects The Sunset

This super cool sunset projection lamp lets you create magic hour in your home — no matter the weather outside. The lamp has a 180-degree rotating head that allows you to adjust the angle and size of the sun projection, letting you customize it to your space. With over 2,000 five-star ratings, reviewers are loving the brightness, ease of assembly, and overall vibes.

31A 3-Tier Bamboo Serving Tray That’s Great For Displaying Produce

These bamboo serving trays can be used to store your fresh produce, display a charcuterie board at your next dinner party, or neatly stack desserts or scones for a tea party. Each tray has slightly raised edges to prevent anything from falling off, and they’re each a different height to add some dimension and get things off your countertop.

32These Textured Pillar Candles That Look So Romantic

Elevate your tablescape by styling these candles. These simple pillar candles have no scents, which makes them great for dinner or bubble baths, since they will add romantic, moody lighting without disturbing your other senses. They have a subtle texture to add more style and come in tk colors to match your vibe. The cotton wicks burn clean, too, so no need to worry about unsightly smoke.

33This Mini Curved Mirror With A Chic Wooden Base

Add an eye-catching touch to your dresser, bathroom, or vanity with this acrylic mirror. The frameless, curved mirror is modern and uneven, and it stands upright on a luxe wooden base. Because it’s made of super high-quality acrylic, there’s no weird distorting while you put on your makeup or do your daily skincare.

34These Dimmable Outdoor String Lights That Are Weatherproof

These outdoor string lights are waterproof, windproof, heat-resistant, and frost-resistant, and they feature two hanging hooks to install with cable ties, cup hooks, or whatever you need. The offer a luxe, slightly vintage feel and can be dimmed to set the mood. One strand is 25 feet long, but you can connect up to 60 strands to fit everything from a small balcony to a large yard. .

35These Wall-Mounted Jewelry Organizers With 10 Hooks Each

Mount these simple but beautiful hooks on the wall above your dresser or vanity. They not only organize your jewelry but turn them into a work of art. Each organizer has 10 hooks, which are great for necklaces, rings, bracelets, and watches. The organizers can also be used in your entryway to store keys and other essentials.

36These Sleek Cabinet Handles That Elevate Your Kitchen

A super easy way to change up your kitchen for a budget-friendly price is swapping out dated hardware for something like these mod handles. They come with two different sized screws to adjust to your cabinets’ width and instantly add a clean, modern look to your kitchen or bathroom without any major renovation.

37This Faux Sheepskin Area Rug That’s Super Plush & Furry

Between the plush furry faux sheepskin and the asymmetrical design, this area rug instantly adds a touch of glamour to any room. It’s extra thick and cozy and has a nonslip bottom to keep it from moving. Plus, its small size makes it great in your reading nook, beside your bed, or on top of another rug for a layered look.

38This Himalayan Salt Lamp That Lets Off A Warm Amber Glow

This salt crystal lamp is made of pink Himalayan salt that lets off a warm amber glow when on. The lamp is hand-carved from an extra-large salt crystal making it an extra special addition to your space. It’s a natural and beloved home addition with over 21,000 five-star reviews on Amazon.

39A Buttery Soft Throw Blanket With Extra Long Fringe

This throw blanket has a stunning solid knit design with extra long fringe and a wildly cozy texture that will look great whether you snuggle underneath it or drape it over your couch. It’s lightweight and breathable for summer but warm enough to keep you cozy in the winter. And it comes in dozens of colors to match your existing decor.

40This Cosmetic Organizer That Lets You Separate The Drawers & Shelves

Keep all your makeup and accessories displayed and organized in this clear cosmetic container. It features four drawers — two large and two small — which are great for jewelry and hair essentials. On top, there are multiple compartments of various sizes for your brushes, moisturizers, lipstick, scents, palettes and more. You can take the top off to use these separately, adding to the versatility of this easy-to-style organizer.

41These Space-Saving Hangers With 5 Hooks Each

If you’re short on space in your closet, these ultra-thin hangers hold up to five items of clothing vertically to open up plenty of space on your racks. Also, you can use them to organize your closet by putting like clothing together — all your sweaters on one hanger, your button downs on another, etc.

42A Cable Management Box To Hide Ugly Cords & Power Strips

Keep your chargers, wires, and power strips hidden from view by placing them in this sleek cable management box. It has an discreet and neutral design and a roomy interioir in which you can place a power strip and wire your cables through. Not only will this hide a common eyesore, this box will also help keep your cords from getting all tangled up.

43These Silicone Coasters That Are Heat Resistant To 480 Degrees

These coasters not only have a super chic design that will look great while protecting your tables, but their nonstick, ribbed texture prevents them from sticking to the bottom of your glass every time you pick it up. These silicone pieces are heat resistant up to 480 degrees and feature a raised edge to catch condensation drips.

44A 3-Tier Book Tree To Display Your Favorite Reads

If the TBR pile on your nightstand is getting out of hand, organize and display your upcoming reads with this three-tier shelf. Shaped like a tree, it has three pre-divided sections that each hold three or four books. It’s a simple way to get your book stack off your table to free up some valuable surface space.

45This Set Of 6 Live Succulents That Are Super Easy To Care For

Plants are a great way to add some color and style to your space, and these succulents are so low maintenance, they make it easy. This set comes with six different species to add some eye-catching variety, and they can be moved into your favorite decorative pots for an additional eye-catching touch.

46These Wall Sconce Mason Jars Filled With String Lights

A little traditional, a little farmhouse-style, these hanging wall sconces feature glass mason jars filled with strip lights for a unique way to brighten up your space. They’re battery-powered so you don’t need to worry about outlet placement, and feature a timer to automatically turn off after six hours.

47A Sleek Automatic Soap Dispenser With Touchless Operation

This soap holder automatically dispenses soap when it senses motion up to 2.75 inches away, making for a touchless, mess-free hand wash. It’s battery-operated, and has a sleek plastic, chrome, and black exterior that will look great on your counter or mounted on your wall.

48A Bamboo Rolling Cart With 6 Shelves

Because this bamboo cart has wheels, it’s great for storing your plants in a way that makes it easy to roll them in front of the sun as it moves throughout the day. It has six shelves — four of which can hold your taller plants — and the triangular structure is reinforced to be extra sturdy.

49An Astronaut-Shaped Projector That Shows Off The Galaxy

Turn any room in your home into outer space with this astronaut-shaped projector. With a ton of colors and effects, the astronaut projects color-changing light-scapes of the galaxy all over the walls and ceiling. It has two timer options that automatically shut off after 45 or 90 minutes, and it’s fully dimmable.

50This Bamboo Cheese Board With 4 Stainless Steel Knives

Impress your guests by decorating a charcuterie board on this high-quality bamboo cheese board. It has built-in grooves that are great for holding crackers and dips, as well as add an artful dimension to the board. It also comes with four stainless steel utensils specifically designed for different kinds of cheese.