55 Clever Home Upgrades Under $30 That'll Give Your Home Quiet Luxury Vibes

You don’t have to live with unsightly cords running down your wall, thanks to this easy-to-install cord hider. The raceway comes in a bunch of sizes, and measures 39 inches in length. You can connect multiple to hide longer cords, pick up a few of the corner accessories to move the wire toward the outlet it goes in, and choose from five different colors to match your walls. They’re also paintable, if you want them to blend perfectly with your paint color.

For a luxury look without any major renovation, this gorgeous window film resembles a paned glass design, adding visual interest (and privacy) to an otherwise standard window. This film measures 24 inches by 32 inches, but you can invest in a few to outfit your entire window, or multiple windows in your home.

These curtain tie backs use magnets to hold your curtain back to your wall when you aren’t using it. The pretty floral design comes in a weathered gold material for a classic look. Attach the magnet base to your wall, and the flower will stick to it when you tie it back. One reviewer says, “These flower curtain tie-backs look so cute in my kitchen! They are a little heavy so you definitely need a hook on the wall or window frame to hold them up. The magnet is strong and material is good quality.”

Olive trees happen to be the chosen tree of the moment, and opting for a faux one as opposed to a live one is a way to try it out without having to worry if you don’t have a green thumb. This tree measures 3 feet in height and looks so chic styled in your planter of choice.

Stick this stone tray around your faucet, and it will absorb any water that spills when you’re using your sink. Choose from three gray colors to match your sink setup, and easily snap them together in place. This tray is made from a diatomite stone that’s porous to absorb water and dry out quickly.

Quiet luxury is all about the details! These tiny matte nickel shower curtain rings are rust-resistant and so cute. Swap out your old shower curtain rings for these ones with a braided, knotted design. This is a pack of 12 which should be enough to outfit your entire shower curtain.

One hallmark of the quiet luxury aesthetic is old world features, like wainscoting and trim. These wainscot wall panels are super easy to install, and come in a range of shapes and sizes to match the design that you’re envisioning. These are primed white, but easy to paint to match the colors of your wall, or they can act as an white accent against your wall color.

If your house is anything like mine, there are tissue boxes littering every room. But it’s easy to give them a little chic update with this wood tissue box cover. It is made from a warm-toned wood that looks nice with so many decor styles, and it’s easy to slip over any standard square box of tissues to conceal the exterior label. It’s the small things!

Swapping out cabinet hardware is one of the easiest ways to visually change a kitchen or bathroom. These crystal cabinet knobs are prefect for the task, and have a champagne tone that looks expensive (though they’re just a few dollars per knob). Reviewers love that they catch the light in their room, and praise how easy these are to install.

You don’t have to invest in all new frames or a new mirror if you want to update your gallery wall. This gold peel-and-stick mirror border measures 5 millimeters in width, and is easy to adhere to the thin frames in your house. The border also works great as a trim for the baseboards, Amazon reviewers say.

Easily slip this medallion around your ceiling fixture to add some charm and detailing to your ceiling. These are made of PVC, so they’re more durable and easier to work with than a wood or plaster medallion. This comes in a bunch of colors and designs and multiple sizes, so you can match your specific ceiling.

Whether you stick them in your closet, your hallway, or your bathroom, these motion-sensing puck lights are fantastic. They automatically turn on when they detect motion within 10 feet, and will turn off when 20 seconds pass with no movement. You can also set these lights to one of four brightness settings, or set a timer to one of four different options.

“Wow! What a surprise we had with this flooring product,” says one Amazon reviewer of these faux wood floor tiles. “The quality, value and ease of this flooring is amazing.” These tiles come in a set of 10, and each tile measures 36 inches by 6 inches. Layer the tiles to fit your space, or trim them if you need a more custom fit. They come in a range of pack sizes and wood tones to match your vision and space.

Not only do these fridge door handle covers protect your stainless steel from fingerprints, but they also look really nice in your space. They’re made from a patterned velvet material that’s soft on your hands and on your fridge. This comes in a set of six, so you can add them to your oven door handle, your microwave door handle, or a second fridge if you want.

A cardinal rule of achieving the quiet luxury look is hiding all of your clutter, and this boucle storage ottoman is perfect for that. The soft textured exterior is nice to sit on, and looks very chic, but it also holds a ton, making it easy to keep your knickknacks and other items stowed away and out of sight.

Your shower curtain may be one of the things you think about the least in your home, but it has the power to upgrade your whole bathroom setup. This chic linen-blend shower curtain is timeless and expensive looking, without the price tag. The tassels on the bottom are a nice touch as is the light diamond embroidery running vertically on the design.

A kitchen rug is peak luxury, and this neutral woven one is the perfect pick to achieve the look, quietly. The woven texture is surprisingly absorbent and the bottom has a nonslip design that will keep in in place. This rug measures 20 by 32 inches, the perfect size for right under your sink.

Marble contact paper has to be one of the most common DIY projects done these days, and for good reason. When done correctly, it looks so good. This marble contact paper is easy to apply to countertops, the top of your end tables, or the interior of a tray, in order to achieve the look of marble without the expensive price tags. This comes in five different marble tones and a few different sizes.

A tiny glass shelf that nestles in the corner of your shower? Come on. This shelf really makes a bathroom feel more custom, and also gives you a place to keep your shower products. The railing will keep your products from slipping around, and the glass surface is super easy to clean.

These vertical night-lights are great, and nestle into a base that sticks to your wall. They’re motion-activated, so they turn on when they sense movement within 13 feet and turn off automatically after 15 seconds of no motion. They have a built-in battery that lasts 8 hours, and can easily be recharged. But even better, these easily remove from their docks on the wall so you can take them with you from room to room.

If you have tired or outdated caulk in your bathroom, consider investing in this white caulk tape that’s easy to lay down wherever you need it. Update old toilet, tub, or sink edges quickly with this tape that adheres easily to surfaces. The tape measures 1.5 inches, and comes in a bunch of lengths, so you can get as much as you need for your entire project.

Swapping out planters for something new is a great way to update the look of the accents in your space. These woven planters look so luxurious, and come in a set of three in three different sizes. These are made of a natural seagrass fiber that’s perfect for all of your indoor plants.

You may not immediately think of under-bed lighting when looking for the chicest upgrades to your home. But this under-bed strip light is easy to adhere and features a motion sensor that will trigger the light whenever it senses motion within 12 feet. You can adjust the automatic timer to go off anywhere from 30 seconds to 6 minutes after it last detects motion. These can also go in your bathroom or other rooms of your house.

It may seem like a small detail, but having soft-close cabinets and doors in your home will immediately exude quiet luxury. Not only will these ensure that your home is actually quiet, but they’re the sort of home upgrade that feels really intentional. These bumpers come in a 200-piece set that are all clear, so you can use them all throughout your house.

Under-cabinet lighting is a must in any expensive-looking house. These LED light bars are super easy to install under your cabinets, and can be controlled with an included remote. These emit a warm-white light that can be adjusted to your brightness preference, and set on a timer to go off after 15, 30, 60, or 120 minutes.

Peel-and-stick tile has earned its place on the list of the highest impact home upgrades. These have a gorgeous geometric pattern and install super easily. Simply ensure the surface you’re sticking these to is clean and dry, and lay them down. Reviewers especially love that these are easy to cut to size.

A surefire way to make your home feel like a posh hotel is to invest in a bedside water carafe, like this one. This is made of a textured glass, and features a water cup that nestles into the top of the carafe when you need a drink. Fill this with water and keep it in your bedroom or guest room. Instant luxury.

This product is genius, and the key for achieving that seamless, cord-free look that all expensive homes have. Plug this into your outlet, and it will lay flat and flush with your wall. Then you can plug your appliances, bedside table chargers, or other cords into the three-prong plugs.

For better or for worse, a doorknob is one of the first parts of your home that your guests will interact with. So why not infuse the experience with a little luxury? This glass doorknob is easy to install and has a diamond-like shape. Choose from four different backings, including matte black, antique brass, or satin brass. One reviewer says, “Everything fit together and worked perfectly! I have installed all brands of hardware including Emtec, I would rate these as one of the best and easiest I have worked with.”

A home that is in use is bound to get scratches in places, but these markers are the solution. These wood markers mimic the look of your wood, and allow you to fill in the scratches or damaged parts of your coffee table, dresser, or other wood furniture.

This marble-like soap dispenser looks so nice, and has a convenient space for you to keep a bar of soap. Reviewers love that it has a little bit of weight to it, despite being faux marble. This is an easy upgrade that everyone who uses your bathroom will notice.

These damask-printed drawer liners are easy to cut to size to fit into any drawers in your house, and have a pleasant linen scent that’ll keep your home feeling fresh. These come in six different prints that you can choose from, including this stunning blue color.

Setting out a neutral vase is a beautiful way to display flowers and also add a sculptural piece to your space. This ceramic flower vase has two handles, making it easy to pick up and move, but also giving it a unique shape that’s eye-catching. This comes in six different colors, each weathered to look a little rustic.

Having a bath mat or towel next to your shower is a bit of a necessity. But this quick-drying mat is still a luxe upgrade that dries so quickly, you’ll never step on a soggy bath mat. This one is designed with a nonslip bottom so it’ll stay in place, and comes in more than 15 colors and eight sizes.

A faux fur throw is a comfy upgrade that also exudes luxury vibes. This faux fur blanket is so comfortable that you’ll want one in every room. Pick from a range of neutrals and rich jewel tones to match your space. One reviewer calls this “the softest, most luxurious blanket I’ve ever owned.”

A textured throw pillow can add a lot to a space, and these slightly striped, textured covers are perfect for evoking quite luxury without sacrificing comfort. The boucle texture is super soft to the touch, but the back is a plain fabric, so these are really double-sided. Choose from five colors and seven sizes.

This easy hack for creating a frame around your mirror looks so much chicer than its price tag. The wood grain wallpaper border is just under 4 inches in thickness, and is easy to trim to fit your specific mirror or frame. One reviewer says, “If you’re considering it, I highly recommend! It’s inexpensive, seemingly renter friendly, and gave my bland apartment bathroom a little upgrade.”

Keep this marble phone stand out on your counter or your desk, and you’ll always have a place to prop your phone. And, since its designed in a chic marble material with plenty of weight to it, it’ll look so much more luxurious than its price tag.

This arch mirror is so classic, and has beautiful panes to add intrigue to an otherwise standard glass mirror. The frame measures 30 inches high and 20 inches in width, and is easy to prop on a mantle or hang from your wall. It comes in three sizes.

A classic ivory pillar candle, like these ones, are so casually chic. These are unscented, so they won’t complicate the scent profile of your home, but they still offer a pretty glow when lit. You can choose from three sizes and three colors to match your aesthetic.

Microfiber may not seem like the most luxurious fabric, but it rarely wrinkles, which makes it a great choice if you’re looking to invest in linens that look great without a lot of upkeep. This microfiber sheet set comes with two pillowcases, and is available in a range of neutrals and classic colors, as well as six different sizes.

Candles are key to achieving a luxury look in your home, and these flameless ones offer all the beautiful glow of a traditional candle with none of the fire risk. These are controlled via a remote that includes a timer setting, and the ability to control the brightness. These come in a set of three.

Swapping out bathroom fixtures, like your showerhead, can be an easy way to make a big upgrade to your space without needing to finance a whole renovation. This showerhead features 90 high-pressure nozzles that simulate rainfall, making for a super luxurious shower experience. This one comes in a bunch of metal finishes, including the chrome pictured above, gold, and a matte black.

It may not scream “quiet luxury,” but having an organized refrigerator is one of those subtle touches that makes your whole kitchen setup feel more expensive. These drink organizers are great, and sit right on a shelf in your fridge. Each one can hold up to five cans or bottles of your drink of choice, and automatically bring one to the front whenever you remove one.

This picture light really levels up your art in your home. Mount it easily to the wall above your art (or above a mirror, for some targeted lighting), and you’ll be able to see that much more clearly your investment. This light is battery-operated and comes with an included remote, so you can set a timer for it to go off, or adjust the brightness from wherever you are.

Marble coasters are a great home upgrade because they pull double duty. For one, they look really chic out on your tabletop or nestled under your cocktail or coffee of choice. But secondly, they also protect all of your wood furniture, keeping your home looking as pristine as possible. This set of four coasters comes with its own wire holder and features cork bottoms to protect your furniture and absorb any droplets of moisture.

No matter which paint color you go with, any wall is bound to get scuffed if you’re living in the space. This paint pen makes it easy to touch up any scuffs on your walls, and can store paint for up to five years. Put a little paint in your paint pens after you paint your walls, and you’ll be able wield this pen whenever you notice a random scuff or chip in your space.

These sticky cabinet drawer handles are the perfect solution to making your cabinets or doors more accessible. These handles adhere to the wherever you place them on your doors, and make it easy to get things you have stored away. Reviewers have added these handles to everything from fridges, to trashcans, to French doors. These come in a range of colors, from matte black to gold to silver.

There are few wallpapers more chic than a grasscloth wallpaper, and this cream one is timeless and will go with anything. These have a soft fabric-like feel to them, and a small, tight weave that adds the right dimension to an otherwise solid color wallpaper.

These drawer slides are easy to install and will turn your heavy cabinetry into beautiful soft-close drawers. Screw these slides into either side of your drawer and they’ll nestle together, so that every time you close your drawers, they’ll close without a sound or a thud.

A wood accent in a white or neutral bathroom is the ultimate expensive-looking home upgrade. This wood riser soap stand is perfect for propping up your makeup, skin care, or soap collection. The riser is just over 1.5 inches in height and 8.5 inches in length. It also comes in black if that’s more your style.

This dispenser is perfect for your cooking oil of choice. It can hold just under 12 ounces of oil, and comes with its own gold pourer that makes dispensing oil easy. This dispenser comes with a bunch of labels, which you can add once you decide which oil you want to store inside.

Quiet luxury doesn’t have to mean everything is gray and beige. This plaid throw blanket looks like its made of wool and resembles an expensive accent throw you’d see in a design magazine. This is a super cozy one (I actually have it styled on my own bed), and really looks and feels like it should be way more expensive than it is.

Storing items under your bed is the name of the game in most homes. But having storage visible when you walk around your room is not quite the vibe. This bed skirt is wrinkle- and fade-resistant, and easily sticks between the mattress and your bed frame. It gives the room a chic look and, most importantly, hides unsightly clutter.

Not only does this narrow toilet paper holder give you a place to stack extra rolls so there are always some on hand, but it also provides a handy place for you (or guests) to drop your phone. This holder fits five rolls of toilet paper, and has a horizontal arm to hold another roll.