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Reviewers Are Singing The Praises Of These 35 Genius Kitchen Products

Reviewers Are Singing The Praises Of These 35 Genius Kitchen Products

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An ice cube tray that'll make hollow cylindrical ice cubes — aka the perfect shape for your giant Stanleys and Hydro Flasks.
An easily washable drip catcher to prevent the counter space between the back of your faucet and the wall from turning into a puddle after you wash the dishes. This absorbent mat sits snugly around your faucet so the back section of your sink area stays dry.
An onion holder for a more secure grip and more evenly sized slices of onions, tomatoes, lemons, eggs, potatoes, and fruits. You can even use it as a meat tenderizer! Two products for the price of one!
A time-saving fruit and veggie divider because pre-cut fruits and veg are expensive! Parents swear this thing saves them so much time and is pretty convenient because it's easy and safe enough for their kiddos to use — and the little ones find it fun to use, too!
A Le Creuset magnetic trivet if you're always dangerously juggling hot plates. This GENIUS invention allows you to simply hover a hot pot over the trivet and — BAM! — the trivet will stick to the bottom, and you can place the pot on any nearby, stable surface. Gone are the days of frantically shouting, "Can someone help me in here?!" when your hands are full.
A truly ~egg-cellent~ rapid egg cooker so you can enjoy an omelet (or a soft-, medium-, or hard-boiled egg as well as poached eggies — so many options!) in mere minutes. The best part = no supervision necessary, and you won't dirty a single pan.
A lasagna trio pan that'll help you prepare meals for everyone, regardless of their dietary restrictions. Mamma mia! *insert chef finger kiss*
A pack of foaming garbage disposal cleaners to deodorize your sink ASAP and get rid of the funk. Please, please, please do not stick your hand down the drain; let this do the work instead!
A spinning water bottle organizer for those among us with an extensive collection of jumbo water bottles. This lazy Susan-style water bottle holder can accommodate up to six 40-oz. Stanleys, Starbucks tumblers, and more.
A pack of carborundum sponges because these are the heavy hitters you'll want for stains and gunk that no other sponge is strong enough to handle.
A single-handed server if you hate needing two hands just to scoop some salad. And it gives you more control over your serve — because using a spaghetti server means you either have way more pasta that you're going to eat or you're spooning noodles one by one onto your plate.
A space-saving grater and slicer set so you don't have to invest in bulky and expensive individual versions. (You probs don't have the room in your tiny kitchen anyway!) It comes with a slicer, medium grater, and coarse grater, and the base serves as both a storage container (when it's in use) and a handy receptacle for sliced zucchini, grated cheese, etc.
A pack of towel clips that'll prevent kids and pets from pulling down the towel. Or, maybe you have neither of those things, yet your hand and kitchen towels always end up on the ground.
A 2-in-1 kitchen scale and measuring cup to reduce the number of dirty dishes you create and ensure your measurements are accurate.
A pancake batter mixer with a built-in BlenderBall wire for hotcakes and waffles as fast as you can shake it. Give your best bartender impression to mix the wet and dry ingredients. Breakfast will be ready in minutes *and* with fewer dirty dishes that require your attention.
A pair of meat shredder claws because pulling apart pounds of pork with two measly forks is not efficient or fun.
A set of toss-and-chop salad tongs if you don't want to waste time pulling out a whole chopping board (that you will have to clean later) to transform your romaine into bite-sized pieces. Scissor supremacy! Use these blades to slice your greens as well as your toppings: eggs, tomatoes, radishes, cucumbers, pieces of chicken, olives, apples, and more.
A set of refrigerator drip catchers so there isn't always a puddle in the water tray...and the floor in front of your fridge. They sit securely in the tray thanks to their magnetic design.
A pack of slow cooker liners that'll come in handy if you have a lot of hungry people to feed. With the disposable liners, you can cook different recipes at the same time, reducing your overall cooking time *and* saving you from having to wash a huge stack of dishes.
A cookware set with detachable handles to replace the pots and pans that are currently (and very inefficiently, I might add!) taking up basically all the storage space in your cabinets. The removable handle attaches to all pieces, and then you can pop it off and stick it in a separate drawer while you neatly stack the pots and pans in half the space your old set needed.
A pack of reusable toaster bags for when a 2 a.m. craving for a grilled cheese hits, but you don't want to dirty a pan. Just plop your bread and cheese in the bag and then in the toaster, and you're minutes away from ooey, gooey, cheesy goodness.
A plant-based cooking oil solidifier (you might remember it from Shark Tank!) because it makes getting rid of leftover grease easier than whatever method you're using right now. Simply sprinkle the powder in your remaining oil while it's still hot, let it cool, and then scoop it into the trash.
A pack of dishwasher cleaning tablets so you can clean as your machine runs — no need to spend your precious free time cleaning it by hand.
A set of magnetic air fryer cheat sheets that'll ensure your foods emerge perfectly cooked instead of still raw or burned to a crisp because you guesstimated the cook time.
A pouring chute to save you a lot of frustration when you're baking. Both wet and dry ingredients slide down seamlessly and into the mixing bowl instead of ending up on the counter...which you will now have to clean.
A set of oven liners for catching crumbs before they can permanently attach themselves to your oven and create a big freaking mess you'll spend hours cleaning. Raise your hand if you hate cleaning your oven. Great. Now, take that same hand and click the "add to cart" button.
A set of modular sheet pan dividers because no, you don't need to suffer through veggies that are burned to a crisp because you had to leave the pan in the oven to make sure the salmon was fully cooked. With this handy system, you can just remove individual trays when the ingredients are fully cooked.
A Souper Cube if weeknight dinners take you no less than an hour and a half to make (and that's not counting cleanup time!). This silicone freezing tray stores perfectly portioned soups, stews, sauces, and more so you can meal prep in bulk over the weekend and then freeze it in these trays. It's so easy to quickly grab them as needed and defrost them for an easy meal.
A space-saving ceramic folding griddle so incredibly well designed that you'll swear some magical wizard made it. There's a built-in drip tray for grease and two temperature zones, meaning you can cook at different temperatures! Eggs on one side, bacon on the other. Meat on one side, veggies on the other. You get the idea!
A box of cleaning K-Cups that'll get rid of residue in your machine and prevent flavors from transferring in just one cycle. Or have fun descaling it multiple times. Your choice!
A trivet tree to protect your table from a hot pot or pesky water rings. When the trivets aren't in use, they stack on the included wooden base and look like a cute lil' tree!
A microwave pasta cooker to save the day when you want soft, cheesy, noodly carbs but don't want the hassle of boiling water, cleaning a giant pot, and struggling to strain your noods without spilling hot water everywhere.
A time-saving Thaw Belt because you didn't remember to move your chicken from the freezer to the fridge, and now you're home from work, starving, exhausted, and seriously considering ordering takeout. This silicone strap keeps your meat submerged so it defrosts in minutes instead of hours.
A foil pan protector if your one job is to bring a dish to the family potluck, but your flimsy foil pans are doing their darnedest to leak everywhere. Enter the Fancy Panz. Simply plop your foil pan inside it (there's a riser so you can use it for both shallow and deep foil pans), and you'll have peace of mind knowing your pasta salad isn't sloshing around in the backseat, leaking dressing all over your car. You can even stack 'em — that's how sturdy they are.
A pizza storage container so you don't lose the *entire* second shelf in your fridge to a pizza box. This expandable container grows to hold up to *5* slices of 'za and creates an airtight lid that keeps your slice from getting stale or soggy. AND! The dividers prevent your pieces from sticking together while also serving as plates when you want to microwave your pizza.
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32 Useful Wayfair Products For Your Kitchen

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A kitchen island that gives you extra counter space and extra storage and a spot to eat breakfast. Basically, the kitchen MVP. Promising review: "I honestly can't believe my apartment only came with one kitchen drawer — like, who thought that was a good idea? The Myro kitchen island has been such a lifesaver! It's given me all the extra storage I desperately needed. The drawers and shelves are perfect for organizing my utensils and random kitchen stuff, and the countertop has been awesome for food prep (and let's be real, just having extra space in general). It's sturdy, looks great, and fits perfectly in my small space. If you're struggling with a lack of storage or workspace in your kitchen, this thing is a total game-changer. I'm so glad I found it!" —StevenPrice: $512.99+ (originally $689.99, available in three colors) A set of four metal bar stools that are equal parts sturdy and stylish. Slide them up to your counter and suddenly your kitchen feels like the coolest café in town. Promising review: "I love my stools! They are absolutely beautiful and are the perfect height for my island. The hardest thing about assembling them was unboxing, and that was a piece of cake! There was a vinyl seat cover included so that you wouldn't damage the wooden seat putting it together. The instructions were very clear. This has been one of my best purchases from Wayfair!" —Granna JanPrice: $139.99+ (available in four colors and three heights) A stainless-steel motion sensor trash can that opens with a wave like you're summoning a genie. Because touching the lid with chicken hands? Nope. Promising review: "I have had this garbage can for almost a year at this point. The batteries last forever in it. Everyone that comes to my house and uses it asks me for the link because they love how it works. 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22 Organization Solutions For Your Beauty Collection
22 Organization Solutions For Your Beauty Collection

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A simple acrylic storage case if you just want to put things away. This tower has seven different drawers in various sizes to capture everything from blush to larger eyeshadow palettes. Thankfully, you can see through the container so you don't have to rummage blindly. Promising review: "I am very pleased with this organizer! It has allowed me to have my makeup much more accessible and it looks great on my counter. It is a quality item and I know I will have it a long time!" —Mary Jane HendersonGet it from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in two styles and five colors). A spacious makeup hub with a mix of cubbies and drawers to be your one-stop makeup shop. Reviewers don't want you to be fooled by the photo; they say this unique makeup storage is much larger than they expected. Promising review: "I am super happy with this purchase. Great size and great value! More often than not, when I order particular things on Amazon, they turn out smaller than expected. 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Promising review: "These drawer organizers are such a steal!! I ordered them so that I could organize the makeup in my bathroom and these work great! They hold my eyeliner, mascara, lipsticks, eyeshadows, makeup brushes, etc., perfectly! The material is also of good quality, so I don't feel that the bins will crack when I am hooking or unhooking them together. Definitely recommend if you are looking to bring some organization to any drawer!" —Amazon CustomerGet an eight-piece set from Amazon for $9.99. Or! A set of clear plastic bins that'll offer the same versatility in a crystal clear design. Promising review: "Simple, yet so impactful! I got these for my makeup drawer and junk drawer!! Such a little fix, but so helpful. Organization eases my anxiety, so I mean it when I say the little things really do matter! I want these in my office now, too! Will buy again. Thank you!!" —ColbyGet a six-piece set from Amazon for $12.99 (available in three sizes). A rotating drawer storage on the chance that you'd like your makeup storage to double in usefulness. This crescent-shaped container can hold your makeup and serve as a jewelry box for various accessories. You can also place a few daily go-tos on top, too. Get it from The Container Store for $49 (originally $70). A hanging toiletry bag that once folded resembles a super cute streetwear clutch. Sure, this is a pretty rad travel toiletry bag but it's also a great option for commuters or people who travel a lot in general. It can sit on your counter at home and have everything you need when you're ready to hit the road, which practically ensures you won't forget your Laneige lip mask. Promising reviews: "Use this to hold my daily makeup routine and for easy packing when traveling!" —Morgan B."I love this bag. I thought it might take up too much room in my carry-on, but it saves so much space with its clever organization and the elastic loops. I can fit everything I would ever need, makeup, toiletries and more, and have room to spare. It also saves so much space on a hotel bathroom counter! Everything is neat and tidy, and easy to find and grab! If you are thinking about it, just buy it!" —Allison it from Calpak for $56+ (available in seven colors). A slim partial view circular organizer complete with a see-through cabinet and plenty of room to store your beauty products *and* makeup inside. Promising review: "I personally love it, it is plastic and the the doors are a little flimsy, but if you handle it with care it should last you a long time. It is very spacious and aesthetically it makes your space look chic. Very happy my purchase. I saw a video where they shake it to make it look wobbly, I do not have that problem, to me it feels sturdy." —Aleyda AragonGet it from Amazon for $35.99+ (available in two sizes, two colors, and with optional brush holder). An ivory pearl brush and makeup holder that's so pretty, it's like adding a piece of art to your collection. It has three compartments, perfect for hosting your various makeup brushes. Artful Resin Designs is a small biz based in Olathe, Kansas that specializes in handcrafted items including accessories, jewelry, and home items. Promising review: "I'm a messy girl when it comes to makeup. This piece holds so much and is super cute. I also got a pair of earrings that I LOVE.❤️💕" —Samantha Trinceri Get it from ArtfulResinDesigns on Etsy for $42+ (available in six colors). A corner organizer perfect for the sink that doesn't come with counter space. This two-tier organizer will nestle right into that tiny pocket of vacant territory. Promising review: "This is a great fit in our bathroom and just what we needed. My daughter has a lot of makeup and skincare products, and our bathroom counter was constantly a mess. I like the way it fits in the corner, and it holds so many items, and it cleared up counter space, too. I would buy again." —Stewart1999Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in two sizes and four colors) A lay-flat drawstring makeup organizer to keep your makeup from spilling all over the counter and spilling out all over the floor. It makes packing up and heading to the next stop that much easier, too. Fill it with your top products of the day and throw it in your bag for touchups throughout the day. An eyeshadow palette organizer because we find a place for our brushes and small compacts, yet neglect our most colorful makeup items. Reviewers love how the palettes are on full display, which makes hunting for your smokey eyeshadow palette even easier. Promising review: "This ended the chaos on my makeup shelf. I have several palettes that I use all the time but it was always an adventure to dig out the right one because they were stacked in a box and all the cases were similar in appearance. This solved the problem perfectly. I labelled the front of each pallet with a description of what's in it which I can easily see through the divider. No more hunting. Very durable and easy to clean." —J. WeirGet it from Amazon for $14.99. A liner and pencil organizer if you really want to get to the nitty gritty by putting everyone in their very own home. Now that we've got the shadows squared away, it's time to zero in on the lip and eye liners. Wow, now we can see just how many we have, including the ones we've forgotten. Promising review: "I love this a lot more than I thought I would. I've spent the last 2 years having to dig my lip liners and lippie sticks out of an overstuffed bag or makeup drawer so after finally getting my own vanity for my makeup, I knew I wanted to have them displayed and within easy reach. I didn't expect how heavy duty the acrylic would be or how nice and organized my lippies could look. I might end up getting another one soon, I'm in love!!" —WingLeader04Get it from Amazon for $14.49. A Caboodle — a retro gem that truly needs no introduction. This nostalgic contraption opens into a multi-level storage bin with compartments for all of your beauty tools *and* a mirror. A soon-to-be favorite for college goers living the dorm life. Promising reviews: "The design brings me back to the nineties! I organize all of my makeup beautifully! Quite roomy and matches my bedroom perfectly!" —Jen Joy"This plastic makeup toolbox is just the thing to take a trip down memory lane. It's built just as sturdy as it was, back in the day. It's perfect for makeup organization, and getting ready in front of a window, since it has it's own mirror built-in. What's not to love? Hop onto this retro gem!" —HeartofAvalonGet it from Amazon for $15.39+ (available in a variety of colors and patterns). A compact and eyeshadow organizer you can use in your drawer or on your counter that is the perfect size for all of your rounds — eyeshadow, highlighter, powder foundation, and setting powder. Promising review: "Great buy! I am so happy I got this organizer. It fits perfectly in my vanity and keeps everything organized. It fits most compact cases/powders. It's nice and durable, so I know I'll have it for a while. 10 out of 10!" —RavynGet it from Amazon for $7.99. A tiered nail polish organizer with room for up to 48 (!!!) bottles including a special compartment for nail files, clippers and other manicure necessities. You might as well apologize to your local nail tech now; this might inspire you to experiment with more at-home manis and pedis. And, a heavy-duty makeup train case for aficionados that stay up to date on the latest and greatest in all things beauty. If you have five different reds to choose from when your bestie asks for a red lip, chances are your inventory is overflowing with beauty goodies. This train case unfolds to reveal massive storage that'll help you carry your collection with you wherever you go, even if it's just from the bedroom to the bathroom.

Think your plastic is recyclable? Think again
Think your plastic is recyclable? Think again

Axios

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  • Axios

Think your plastic is recyclable? Think again

A West Des Moines family is displaying a year's worth of plastic waste that wasn't allowed to go into their recycling. Why it matters: Even if your plastic has the recycling symbol on it, it often still ends up in the trash. State of play: West Des Moines resident Natasha Kennedy used to recycle everything. At work, she would save her plastic Starbucks cups to recycle at home, going so far as to even take her co-workers' cups. That is, until a colleague told her she actually can't recycle the cups, despite them displaying the signature recycling symbol. "I'm like, 'This is ridiculous,'" Kennedy tells Axios. "I didn't believe her, so I went online and no, you can't recycle it — and there's a lot of other things you can't recycle." Driving the news: That prompted Kennedy to save her family's impermissible recyclables for a year, string them together and display them on her lawn and public right of way, including berry boxes, produce packaging and, of course, Starbucks cups. How it works: Recycling is a commodity, and if the processed materials can't be sold, they go to a landfill, says Joe Horaney, deputy director of Solid Waste Agency in Cedar Rapids and Linn County. Recyclable plastics are labeled with a number denoting their plastic type. In Cedar Rapids, recyclable plastics labeled 1-5 and 7 are allowed, but ultimately, only 1-2 are recycled because there is no market demand for the others, Horaney says. Solid Waste Agency works with third-party Republic Services to process their recycling. Once all the plastics are sorted through, items labeled 3-7 end up in a landfill that's not in Linn County. They plan on banning more plastics in the future. "I tell folks, it's kind of a waste at that point because it costs more to recycle," he says. "At my home, I only recycle ones and twos." What they're saying: Metro Waste Authority (MWA), based in Des Moines, tells residents to only recycle plastic containers with a twist-off lid, like laundry detergent, milk jugs and shampoo bottles. Berry and Cool Whip containers are not accepted because their packaging is thinner, making them more difficult to melt down and be repurposed, says Emily Grier, spokesperson for MWA. MWA opened its own recycling facility in Grimes in 2021 instead of relying on a third party, which has helped it take control and find more partners to purchase its recycling. Still, people are using too much plastic to make all of it sellable on the market, Grier says. Flashback: For 30 years, China purchased nearly half of the United States' exported recycling materials, according to NPR. But that ended in 2017, after Chinese officials banned " foreign waste," resulting in a national recycling stockpile that the country is still enduring today. Zoom in: Kennedy received notice from the city yesterday noting she can keep her signs in the right of way, but must remove the plastics from there. Her family said they are willing to move them back into the front lawn. The big picture: Plastic makers — including oil and gas companies — have spent millions marketing to Americans that their items could be recycled, but investigations have shown they knew there wasn't a market for it.

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