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34 Products To Tidy Your Kitchen With While Singing Along To Hilary Duff's 'Come Clean'
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. Turn up the tunes and let's get that kitchen of yours into better shape. 1. Washable microfiber mop pads you can use with your Swiffer WetJet. Stop spending so much on disposable options and put your hard-earned dollars to good use (aka buying yourself overpriced coffee as a treat for cleaning). One pad can last up to 100 washes and works on pretty much any surface, from wood to tile to stone. Turbo Mops is a small business! Promising review:"These are life changing. I used a Rubbermaid spray mop for years that I never really loved and when it broke I got a Swiffer and was using the old Rubbermaid mop cloth pads with it still. They didn't fit the Swiffer great and I decided to get new ones. These scrub so much better and pick up way more dirt than my other mop pad. I have two dogs and their dried water and drool is around the kitchen and I used to have to scrub to get that up each time. Not with these pads! I never thought I'd swoon over a cleaning product we are :)." — JB Get a pack of two from Amazon for $13.75. 2. Or a flat head mop and wringer set that might just make you a bit more excited to deep clean your floors — the flat style will help you get into every crevice and corner (amazing), the bucket's edges are deisgn to trap hair and grime as you clean (lovely) and the mop head is machine washable. (What more could you want?!) Promising review: "LOVE this MOP!!!!!! I have been through so many mops in the past five years and this one beats them all! Very compact, easy to use, easy to carry, and my favorite part cost effective! It comes with washable/replaceable heads that trap and clean to a T! I was not expecting this to be a 5-star but it is. I would recommend this to any one that has steps, kids, pets, its a game changer." — erica707 Get it from Amazon for $37.98. 3. A super absorbent floral dish drying mat to bring pretty vibes into your kitchen and to your least favorite chore. It's a must-buy for anyone who hasn't quite figured out how they want to set their kitchen up just yet but, nonetheless, need somewhere to dry their cups, bowls, and plates. The top layer is made of absorbent PU leather, so you can easily rinse or wipe it clean! It also has an anti-skid rubber backing to prevent sliding. Promising review: "I was a little concerned about how things would dry on this mat since it isn't fabric, but everything seems to dry really well – and it is just so pretty a thing to have on my counter! Can't beat the price either." — Nana M. Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in three sizes and six colors/styles). 4. A Dawn Platinum Powerwash dish spray that would be worthy of taking up one of your three Genie wishes — it comes in various delectable scents and works wonders on caked-on food and grease. All you have to do is spritz, let it sit, then rinse it off! Reviewers are obsessed with it — it has over 89,000 5-star reviews. (WOW!!!) I use this stuff constantly and can confirm it's fantastic. I use it on my frying pans and the grill pans from my griddler (which is ALWAYS a pain to clean). It loosens all the gunk and makes cleaning burnt bits and pieces much easier. It also really does smell incredible — very fresh and delightful! I recently swapped from the "fresh" scent to the "apple" one, and wow, it smells delicious. It also works great for removing stains on clothes (I've seen it remove coffee from a white tee with my very own eyes). Promising review:"This makes it so easy to keep my sink clear of dishes. I use it constantly throughout the day. Every time I use a dish, I give it a quick spray, wash it, rinse it, and put it in a dish drainer. It is wonderful. I wish it was a little cheaper as I'm constantly using it; other than that, I love it." — Linda W. Get a pack of four Amazon for $16.88 (available in four scents). 5. Shelf liner that'll provide a nonslip padding inside your cabinets, closets, and drawers so your belongings can be safely stowed away — you'll feel like a true adult bragging about this lil' home improvement project. Amazon You can cut these for a perfect fit, so no worries about the exact sizing. It's also machine washable, so any crumbs or stains can be easily removed. Promising review:"I have recently moved into an apartment with some pretty gross cupboards, drawers, and kitchen shelves that I can do almost nothing about. I didn't want to put down adhesive shelf liner and traditional mesh type cushioning shelf liner doesn't really protect my dishes from touching the ancient stained wood. This stuff is a great solution for me. It's a nice thick padding that's textured on the bottom so it doesn't slide around. The top is slick and smooth and easy to clean. I don't really bother to trim this stuff, instead I place it in the cupboard and let the excess bend up around the edges creating a little bumper around the edge of the cabinet. Makes me feel so much better about my kitchen and the bright white look says 'clean' in a place that desperately needs something to say 'clean.' I've used a couple of different types of this style of liner in this kitchen and this brand is by far my favorite. Go ahead and buy the larger rolls. Ten feet seems like a lot of material until you're filling cupboards and drawers you'll use more than you think." — Taylor Whitney Get it from Amazon for $7.89+ (available in three sizes). 6. A pack of oven liners to protect the bottom of the oven you just worked up a sweat scrubbing clean — no need to worry about ooey gooey overflowing cheese or saucy splatters ruining the progress you've just made! Amazon FitFabHome is a small business! Promising review:"These liners are life-changing! I never thought I needed them until a friend raved about them. Clean up is so simple, no more melted cheese or sauces burnt to the bottom of my ovens. I love that I can cut them down to size to fit my toaster oven. My husband enjoys grilling with the liners now, he doesn't have to line the grill with aluminum foil which he found so annoying, deterring him to grill. This product really has simplified my life in the kitchen and I love it." — Kindle Custommer Get a pack of three from Amazon for $12.99. 7. A SinkShroom strainer you won't know how you lived without because it'll keep your kitchen sink unclogged no matter how much gunk you fill it with. You can even toss it directly into the dishwasher for a deep clean — looooove that. I bought this for myself and OMG. This thing REALLY works. Usually when my husband makes sauce from scratch I'm left with chunks of tomatoes throughout my sink and water that WILL NOT drain — that was until I bought the SinkShroom (which comes from a small business!). My mom was so impressed she bought one, too. It's a serious game-changer. Promising review:"I've been a fan of the SinkShroom and TubShroom, and this is the best product from the line so far. My kitchen sinks simply do not clog any more, so there's no more reaching into a bunch of water to unclog anything with my hand." — Brady Amerson Get it from Amazon for $9.98. 8. An Angry Mama microwave cleaner to save your butt the next time you heat sauce and it explodes all over (oops). Fill her with vinegar and water and watch as she blows hot steam into your microwave oven to loosen up all the old food and stains. Wipe it clean and move on with your life! Promising review:"I'm embarrassed to say I hadn't cleaned my microwave in about six months. It's an awful task. I ran Angry Mama one time, wiped down easily, then ran it one more time to get it really clean. Highly recommend using it more often than once every six months for a super fast, super clean microwave!" — Kelsey Get it from Amazon for $7.99. 9. Luigi's Sink and Drain Plunger — a miniature tool you'll pat yourself on the back for buying when you're elbows deep in soapy dishes and discover the water is *not* draining. Please note how hard I'm trying not to make a Super Mario Bros. plumbing joke right now. Promising review:"Y'all, this thing is amazing! My kitchen sink was completely clogged for four days. I've been trying to clear the drain with a different sink plunger that I already had and it didn't do diddly squat. I was about to give up and call a plumber. Then I decided to order this one and it just arrived… it completely cleared the drain in like three minutes. So then I decided to take it to the bathroom sink that had been draining extremely slow and within a minute, I had the water running so quick and smooth again. I got the small one and it's the perfect size for kitchen and bathroom sinks." — JNeen Get it from Amazon for $14.99. 10. Reliable Command hooks because no one has the time to drill into walls and hit nails (or at least I don't). Use 'em to show off your cute measuring cup collection, or get them out of harm's way when you actually try to cook. Promising review: I bought these for hanging utensils and KitchenAid beaters on the inside of my kitchen cabinets. They worked well. I just put them on the inside wall of the cabinet for cup hooks. So far so good. Thanks for helping me organize my kitchen!" — Memere5 Get a 16-pack from Amazon for $11.31. 11. A jar of internet-beloved The Pink Stuff, which is an all-purpose cleaning paste that'll help you tackle all of your messes but make it *~pretty in pink~* at the same time. It'll help you revive your pots and pans, kitchen sink, stove top, etc. After hearing what incredible things The Pink Stuff can do, I finally ordered it and tried it for myself. Honestly, wow! It really does work wonders. I tried it first on my Le Creuset cast iron pan (seen above, right) and really was amazed at how just one pass with The Pink Stuff (and a scouring brush) took off almost every stain! I can't wait to try it on literally everything in my home that needs a deep cleaning. Promising review:"I'm very impressed! It removed stubborn mold and grime from my shower tile grout with use of a hard bristle tooth brush. It removed hard water stains from my sinks and faucets. I noticed it really does remove mineral build up, but it takes a lot of elbow grease and repetitive applications before you start seeing progress. The texture feels similar to when you mix honey with sugar to make a lip scrub, except it's super fine grit and more pasty like putty or clay. It works amazing so far! No overpowering smell (barely any smell at all), easy to use, and a little product goes a long way. I haven't tried it on rust yet so we'll see how that goes. Over all very pleased and impressed so far. Highly recommend!" — Marissa Get it from Amazon for $4.99. 12. A pack of dishwasher cleaning tablets to toss into your dishwasher and easily get rid of that yucky smell that seems to appear after a few washes — it'll banish lime and mineral build-up and leave your dishes nice 'n' clean. Just pop them into the tray where you'd normally put detergent (or on the bottom of your dishwasher if you're washing dishes at the same time), and run as usual! Promising review: "This was simple to use, smelled good, and I was pleasantly surprised when I opened the dishwasher after the recommended cleaning cycle. This product actually did what it advertises that it will do! Great results, fairly economical — and by the way — it works!" — Old Southern Charm Get a pack of six tablets from Amazon for $8.99. 13. A box of dye- and chlorine-free dishwasher detergent pods for anyone who forever feels like they're running their dishwasher only to find residue left over on their dishes — this will help you tackle your ever-growing mountain of dirty dishes sans elbow grease. They're made with mineral-based ingredients, are cruelty-free, and come in compostable packaging! Based in the Philadelphia area, Dropps is a mother-and-son-founded small business focused on making sustainable, eco-friendly, and low-waste kitchen and laundry cleaning products. Promising review:"I wasn't expecting much when I bought these. I thought for sure it was another environmentally safe product that would only do half the job. But they are amazing and get the dishes clean with no residue. Well worth the money and so convenient. I will be using these from now on." — TamiP Get a pack of 32 from Amazon for $12.38+ (available in unscented, lemon, or fresh rain, as well as packs of 64 and 120). 14. Rubbermaid's power scrubbing brush, for when you want to give your grout an all-inclusive spa treatment and bring it back to its squeaky-clean glory. Promising review: "My family loves this product. I get so many fewer complaints from the kids about cleaning the bathtub, showers, and sinks because they don't have to touch it. I can also count on them to do a good job because it's easy to use. All they have to do is spray the area, turn it on, and rub it around. It scrubs and takes care of all the grime and hard water buildup. The versatility is great. We use it in the kitchen and the bathroom. The brushes are easy to wash and disinfect, and they come with extra scrubbing pads. The handle has a good grip. This is a quality product with great battery life. I absolutely recommend it." — Chelsea Green Get it from Amazon for $22.21. To learn why my BuzzFeed Shopping colleague loves this, check out our full Rubbermaid Power Scrubber review. 15. And a bottle of grout cleaner to help you restore your tile floor and leave 'em looking like they were just installed. Feel free to enthusiastically yell "YOU COULD EAT OFF OF THESE FLOORS!" after the job is done. Promising review:"We moved into our house a year ago and I've been on a quest to clean the grout next to the stove ever since then. As a last resort I got this and holy cow! I left it on for three minutes as a spot test at first and I could already see a huge difference. I then did two more rounds letting it sit for five minutes each. The scent's not bad, it was fine if I had the window open, it was just being down close to it that got me. Seriously, stop looking and buy this." — Britney Phillips Get it from Amazon for $21.95. 16. A silverware organizer, so when you're quickly grabbing a fork and knife for dinner you'll be hit with a delightful bit of color — why shouldn't your decor continue to live inside your drawers?! Promising review:"I needed a small silverware organizer, and I am pleased with the size, the color. What I really like, which was unexpected, is that the underside is 'grippy' so the organizer stays put and doesn't slide towards the back, which is perfect!" — wenjmen Get it from Amazon for $12.88+ (available in 14 styles). 17. A 10-foot roll of spice strips for anyone whose kitchen is lacking in the cabinet department but has a bountiful amount of drawers — the roll will help ya fit over 30 full-size spice bottles! Amazon Promising review:"This is one of my favorite things I've ever purchased from Amazon! The fact that they're so customizable allows you to cut them and shape them to any drawer size! I think this will be my go-to gift for all of my friends who love cooking as much as I do! Freeing up cabinet space and having something that can so easily be rinsed off in the sink makes this a for sure buy!" — momonono Get a 10-foot roll from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in two sizes and two colors). 18. Or a two-tier turntable you can use to elevate your cabinet storage situation — pop it into a cabinet and use it to stash an array of items like spices, baking necessities, kids' food pouches, cups, whatever! Promising review:"I purchased two, one to store baby essentials and one to store medications. It is quite big, but I knew that when purchasing. It doesn't fit in my standard cabinets, but I use it in my corner cabinet (it's deeper) with no issues. Assembly is easy. The parts just click together. I like the gripped surface. Helps keep items in place while spinning." — Luman22 Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in seven colors). 19. A brilliantly designed snack bag organizer and plastic, wax paper, and foil organizer to whip your kitchen drawers into tip-top shape *and* help you keep track of when you need to buy more of each item. Don't have an available drawer? You can use it directly on your counter! SpaceAid is a small business! Promising review (for bag organizer):"This looks amazing, has saved space in my drawer, and keeps everything neat and organized. I love the sliding top. It stays secure." — Annon66 Promising review (for plastic wrap organizer): "What did I dislike about it?....... NOTHING!!! The wife and I love this, No more fighting with the flimsy box the products come in. Just insert the new product roll and you are ready to go!" — lee carlson Get them from Amazon: the snack bag organizer for $23.78+ (available in two sizes and four colors), and the plastic wrap organizer for $22.98+ (available in three sizes and four colors). 20. A 100 percent natural oven scrub you can rely on to finally remove any grease or leftover sauces from inside your most used appliance faster than you can sing all the lyrics to "Greased Lightnin'" while gyrating around your kitchen like John Travolta. It also comes with a metallic scrubber! Everneat is a small business based in Fairfield, Connecticut that specializes in natural cleaning products. Promising review: " When we leased our house, it very obviously had NEVER been cleaned by the previous tenants. The oven was a big problem and not up to my standards. I didn't want to use a chemical or anything that would harm us or the pets, and this was PERFECT. Only took about an hour and a half to clean probably 10 years' worth of grime from the lil' nasties who lived here before us!" — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in 14 styles). 21. A bag of FryAway cooking oil solidifier — a seemingly magical substance you can sprinkle on top of your grease-coated pan and watch as it turns to a solid. No more waiting ages for it to cool, having to grossly scrape it out of your pan with a paper towel, or accidentally clogging your pipes. FryAway is a US-based small business specializing in planet-friendly cooking waste solutions. Promising review: "I will always keep this stocked in my house! My husband sent me a TikTok, I know I know, and I thought it couldn't hurt to try it out. I loved after the first night! I could easily remove the hardened oil and throw it out." — Roberta Get it from Amazon for $9.97. 22. Refillable dish and hand soap dispensers featuring a stunning diamond-glass design you can count on to truly dazzle when the sunlight shines through your kitchen window. Gladpure is a small business! Promising review:"Trying to cut down on the amount of plastic I use. These function well and, with the cut glass, they look beautiful with cheap soap. I use one in the kitchen for dish soap and one in the bathroom for hand soap." — marcusv Get a set of two from Amazon for $13.99. 23. A surprisingly chic K-Cup storage drawer starring not one, not two, but THREE dividers so you can arrange your coffee pods until the cows come home (and hopefully bring you milk to pour into said coffee). Each of these holds up to 36 standard-sized K-Cups. Promising review:"I am so glad I got this. It makes for such great streamlined storage. Keeps things tidy and neat, and also helps me keep track of how many cups I have left to determine whether or not I need to add to my grocery list. It is very sturdy and I fit my machine on top. The top is very durable, hard plastic and does not buckle with the weight of the machine filled with water on top." — tunisianswife Get it from Amazon for $20.67+ (available in four colors and in two sizes). 24. And a coffee syrup dispenser set complete with premade flavor labels to help you transform that little space next to your coffee machine into one worthy of a full-on cafe. New England Stories is a small business that specializes in home and kitchen products. Promising review: "These are worth the money! There are labels for almost every basic syrup as well as blanks so you can label them yourself. If you get a regular size Torani syrup bottle it will hold the whole bottle, so you don't need to worry about story a quarter of the bottle of syrup. SO AESTHETICALLY PLEASING, TOO." — Naomi Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (for four; available in three colors and in two- and six-packs). 25. A 33-piece set of silicone-coated kitchen utensils in a chic, neutral color that'll match everything you already own. You'll feel so much better swapping out all of your mismatched tools for a more pared-down version filled with coordinated tools you'll actually reach for every day. Amazon Can withstand temperatures of -40 degrees F up to 446 degrees F/230 degrees C. Includes 24 tools and holder. Promising review:"I love everything matching. Finally got rid of all my mix-match stuff! However, they are SO many items it was too much to fit in my drawer so I put the things I use the most in the drawer and kept the rest in the holder and store them with my pots and pans. The holder is plastic and cheap so this would not be something I'd leave on the counter. The are super sturdy and sharp looking. AND, they didn't get dirty, black or burnt when scraping up charred food in a frying pan. Cleaned right off of the spatula. Very pleased." — Bonnie Pfiester Get them from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in eight color combos). 26. A garbage-disposal foaming cleaner to scrub away the stinky grime that builds up on the blades and in the pipes. Definitely add this to your cart if you've never lived with one of these babies before and are likely to get overexcited and dump EVERYTHING and ANYTHING down there. Amazon Promising review:"Saw on TikTok (don't judge) and automatically added to cart. So easy to use, takes probably a minute to fully bubble up and clean, and you're left with a clean sink! I use with other drain cleaning products, but would 100% recommend for weekly maintenance." — Jessica Hamilton Get a four-pack from Amazon for $3.78+ (also available in larger packs). 27. A Scrub Daddy sponge that'll stay firm in cold water (good for stuck-on grime) and soft in warm water for easy-to-clean items — it won't scratch your surfaces and can be popped into the top rack of the dishwasher for cleaning. No wonder why they're permanently smiling. Promising review: "I hesitated about using this on pots and pans. My sister came to visit and educated me. Will not scratch and can be used on any and everything! Dishwasher safe, lemon scent, and just awesome! Note: You can attached the caddy holder to different surfaces. I prefer the ceramic backsplash to free up more sink space." — Pamela C. Get a pack of three from Amazon for $13.99. Check out our full review of the Scrub Daddy sponge here. 28. A cutting board and strainer combo, because who wouldn't appreciate a two-in-one item that'll save 'em room in their kitchen? Now would be the perfect time to jump up and down a la Step Brothers and squeal "THERE'S SO MUCH ROOM FOR ACTIVITIES." Amazon Promising review:"This is one of my favorite things I have purchased for our tiny apartment! It's a pretty good size cutting board and I can see it fitting over most sinks. I LOVE the bowl inside that can let wet ingredients drain liquid directly into the sink. It's seriously SO nice to have this when you're limited on counter space!" — Atara Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in five colors). 29. Or a collapsible cutting board and cutlery set that'll provide you with everything you need to wash, cut, and store your ingredients without adding any extra mess to your kitchen. If I had a crystal ball I bet I would see a very intricate, delicious salad in your near future 🔮. Promising review: "This knife and cutting board set is fantastic. We typically wash our fruit in a big bowl and then cut them on a cutting board, and this product combines both into one. It's surprisingly pretty spacious. We've had no issues just pouring in a bunch of fruit or vegetables, unplugging the drain, and rinsing them out. Then we collapse it and cut it right there. It couldn't be easier, and the convenience makes this product worth every penny. Another great part is that it doesn't take up much space in our cupboards since it collapses. My wife and I are always getting random gadgets for our kitchen, so we run out of space pretty often, so it's always appreciated when something has a small-ish footprint." — Hamish Get it from BuzzFeed's Tasty collection on Amazon for $17.99. 30. A bamboo burner cover that'll make you feel like you've waved a magic wand and, POOF! added extra counter space to your kitchen. If you've just invested in a fixer-upper that doesn't have your dream cooking space just yet, this will fill the void until your renovation. BambooMN is a small business! BuzzFeeder Jennifer Tonti credits this burner cover for helping her cook with ease: "OK so I bought this for my own tiny apartment and OMG you guys. Life = changed. Food = chopped. Counter space = doubled. I mean the math is all there." Promising review:"This is so perfect for extra space. It covers the top of my apartment-sized stove so I can then use my stove space for my Instant Pot and food prep. The best space-saving and cosmetic thing I have ever gotten for this tiny apartment." — Talyn Amber Skye Get it from Amazon for $25.75+ (available in seven styles). 31. A bottle of plant-based stainless steel cleaner and polish spray you can count on to make your appliances so shiny you won't be able to stop staring at your own reflection in them. (Spoiler: you look GOOD!) Plus, it comes with a microfiber cleaning cloth! Therapy Clean is a family-owned small business based in New Hampshire making plant-based cleaning products for the home. Promising review:"I live in an apartment. The sink is about 35 years old and has become badly stained and scratched from neglect and indifferent care. This has made a noticeable difference. This sink will never look brand new again, but your product removed, I would say, about 80% of the stains, without any extraordinary effort, and put a really polished look on the sink. It is gleaming and actually looks very clean for the first time since I have lived here." — David Brennan Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (also available in a pack of two). 32. Extra thick magic cleaning pads you can use to tackle a whole slew of messes in your kitchen by just running one under a little water. Sticky substances on your microwave handle? Fare thee well. Grime on your stove top? See ya later! These lil' beauties can tackle it all. Amazon Promising review:"I have less of a family, and more of a circus. There's six of us, including the dog. Three children under the age of six. And more grubby hands/fingers than I'd like to think about. I needed an all in one, and, boy, have I found it! Aaaand it's easily half the price of the leading brand! Especially with twins (everything baby related gets purchased twice) we need every penny stretched! It just so happens that we don't have to sacrifice quality, and I really appreciate that." — Mrs. Hawkins Get a box of 20 from Amazon for $14.95. 33. A duster designed specifically to clean blinds — it'll make removing dirt and debris from those pesky window coverings a breeze. Buh-bye dust! Amazon, The set comes with five microfiber sleeves that can be washed and reused. Promising review:"Really wasn't sure if this was going to work, I've used something similar many years ago. It works remarkably well! Cleans top and bottom of the blinds, is easy to use with some cleaner. Definitely a game changer, I've already cleaned three sets of blinds since I got these today. Bravo!" — Lisa C. Wear Get it from Amazon for $6.99 (available in two colors). 34. And a robotic vacuum will lend you a helping hand in all your cleaning endeavors — Cheetos dust, coffee grinds, endless strands of hair; none of these stand a chance against you and your new partner in crime. They'll get the cleaning done so you can conquer another task on your to-do list. (Sigh, it's laundry, isn't it?) This robotic vacuum can easily move between hard floors and low- to medium-pile carpets/rugs and can pick up all the accumulated dust, dirt, and hair while you go about your day. It has an infrared sensor to avoid knocking into obstacles (like furniture and walls) and drop-sensing tech so it won't fall down stairs and off ledges. And if it starts to run low on battery, it'll just return to its base for a recharge! Reviewers do recommend keeping stray items like socks and cords off the floor before running this. Promising review:"This robot vacuum is incredible! I have three dogs and a cat; this vacuum is a time saver. I run it each day, and it has done an incredible job of keeping pet hair, dirt, and debris picked up in my home. Works well on carpet, hardwood, and tile floors. Wish I had purchased it sooner!" — t. hampton Get it from Amazon for $129.99+ (also available in three other models). Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
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22-03-2025
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Congrats, You Just Bought Your First Home — 47 Products To Help You Get Ahead Of The Problems That Will Inevitably Arise
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. Becoming a homeowner will throw a lot of curveballs your way, but we can try to get ahead of 'em. 1. Luigi's sink and drain plunger — a miniature tool you'll pat yourself on the back for buying when your bathroom sink finally exclaims, "I'VE HAD IT WITH YOU AND YOUR HAIR SHEDDING!" If you tend to wash, dye, brush, or style your hair over the sink, you most certainly need this in your cleaning arsenal. Please note how hard I'm trying not to make a Super Mario Bros. plumbing joke right now. Promising review:"Y'all, this thing is amazing! My kitchen sink was completely clogged for four days. I've been trying to clear the drain with a different sink plunger that I already had and it didn't do diddly squat. I was about to give up and call a plumber. Then I decided to order this one. It completely cleared the drain in about three minutes. So then I decided to take it to the bathroom sink that had been draining extremely slowly, and within a minute, I had the water running so quickly and smoothly again. I got the small one, and it's the perfect size for kitchen and bathroom sinks." — JNeen Get it from Amazon for $14.99. 2. A Dawn Platinum Powerwash dish spray that would be worthy of taking up one of your three Genie wishes — it comes in various delectable scents and works wonders on caked-on food and grease. All you have to do is spritz, let it sit, then rinse it off! Reviewers are obsessed with it — it has over 89,000 5-star reviews. (WOW!!!) I use this stuff constantly and can confirm it's fantastic. I use it on my frying pans and the grill pans from my griddler (which is ALWAYS a pain to clean). It loosens all the gunk and makes cleaning burnt bits and pieces much easier. It also really does smell incredible — very fresh and delightful! I recently swapped from the "fresh" scent to the "apple" one, and wow, it smells delicious. It also works great for removing stains on clothes (I've seen it remove coffee from a white tee with my very own eyes). Promising review:"This makes it so easy to keep my sink clear of dishes. I use it constantly throughout the day. Every time I use a dish, I give it a quick spray, wash it, rinse it, and put it in a dish drainer. It is wonderful. I wish it was a little cheaper as I'm constantly using it; other than that, I love it." — Linda W. Get a pack of four Amazon for $16.88 (available in four scents). 3. A super absorbent floral dish drying mat to bring pretty vibes into your kitchen and to your least favorite chore. It's a must-buy for new homeowners who haven't quite figured out how they want to set their kitchen up just yet but, nonetheless, need somewhere to dry their cups, bowls, and plates. The top layer is made of absorbent PU leather, so you can easily rinse or wipe it clean! It also has an anti-skid rubber backing to prevent sliding. Promising review: "I was a little concerned about how things would dry on this mat since it isn't fabric, but everything seems to dry really well – and it is just so pretty a thing to have on my counter! Can't beat the price either." — Nana M. Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in three sizes and six colors/styles). 4. A self-adhesive SwitchBot Smart Switch Button Pusher you'll likely want to buy for every single switch in your home (apologies) as you'll be able to use it to transform *any* device into a smart one! Once you set it up, you'll be able to use Google, Alexa, or an app on your phone to control it. Technology, man. Reviewers love this because it doesn't require you to "smart enable" other parts of your home. I need to get one of these for my husband who drags himself out of bed every morning to turn on his espresso machine. Promising review:" This little bot has vastly improved my quality of life! I've stickered it to my air conditioner unit in two separate apartments, and it's made controlling the room temp a breeze (no pun intended). Do note, in order to use it with Alexa, you will need a separate component. That said, you can control it within its own app as is. I highly recommend getting it set up with Alexa, though. It automatically paired with Alexa, and it works off of Bluetooth, so it's super easy to detect and set up. It's exactly what I wanted!" — Danny Conner Get it from Amazon for $29+ (available in white and black). 5. A set of stoneware bowls that are so lovely and will look absolutely fabulous on display in your new open kitchen shelves instead of your old mismatched ones — their depth makes them perfect for everything from salad to cereal *and* they're dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning. These bowls are microwave-, freezer-, dishwasher-, and oven safe! Promising review:"I legit think salads taste better out of this dish. I can't explain it but it's amazing and I'm now eating more salads. Maybe because a bowl holds dressing better than a plate and I'm not worried about running the greens off the side of a plate but can scoop them up with ease with the edges of this dish? Questions that don't really need answering I suppose but illustrates how great this dish is. Buy the set, you won't regret it." — ANH Get a set of two from Amazon for $26.99+ (also available in a set of four and in four styles). 6. Prismatic window film to add extra privacy from your nosey new neighbors who are just dying to see what you've done with the place. They'll also create a burst of color in any room that'll make you want to croon "Somewhere Over the Rainbow." Check out one BuzzFeed Shopping editor's writeup on the Rabbitgoo rainbow privacy film for more deets on why it's so popular! 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 the the cat." — J. B. Get it from Amazon for $9.98+ (available in 11 sizes). 7. An outlet light for anyone who has accidentally walked into a wall one (or two) times too many when getting up in the middle for a glass of water — especially if you're not used to the new layout of your home! This lil' gadget will subtly light your way without the need for a bulkier option. Amazon Promising review:"I don't like night-lights because they take up the wall outlet, so this was the perfect solution. I put it in the guest bath, and at night, with the bathroom door open, this provides just enough light to guide a person to the bathroom without blinding them. I ended up putting two on my hallway switches as well. What a great product." — LMK Get it from Amazon for $22.98+ (available in four colors and three sizes). 8. A Furbo camera that's an absolute must-have for pet parents — you'll be able to check on Fido at any time and will even receive push notifications when your pup is barking so you can talk to them through the app to calm them and even toss them a treat! It features real-time two-way audio, color night vision, and a 360-degree rotating 1080p camera. Promising review: "Having cameras inside the house are nice for checking on the dogs. Having a feeder where you can watch your dogs eat is better. Having a camera that can swivel to check where your dogs went and feed them? Perfect. The setup was easy, and I was up and running in no time. I have no regrets making this purchase, and I've gotten my dogs used to the new camera, and they definitely enjoy all the treats being dispensed. It's also nice to be able to talk to the pups and stop them from doing stuff through the mic. Highly recommend for people who aren't at home a lot and worry about their pets and just want to give them some loving while you're busy." — Eugene Get it from Amazon for $129.99. 9. A robotic vacuum, because you and I both know you don't want to spend a weekend morning trying to conquer all of the pet hair, debris, and other unexplainable messes that have found their way into your home. Kick your feet up, put on a podcast, and let this lil' gadget do its thing. This robotic vacuum can easily move between hard floors and low- to medium-pile carpets/rugs and can pick up all the accumulated dust, dirt, and hair while you go about your day. It has an infrared sensor to avoid knocking into obstacles (like furniture and walls) and drop-sensing tech so it won't fall down stairs and off ledges. And if it starts to run low on battery, it'll just return to its base for a recharge! Reviewers do recommend keeping stray items like socks and cords off the floor before running this. Promising review:"This robot vacuum is incredible! I have three dogs and a cat; this vacuum is a time saver. I run it each day, and it has done an incredible job of keeping pet hair, dirt, and debris picked up in my home. Works well on carpet, hardwood, and tile floors. Wish I had purchased it sooner!" — t. hampton Get it from Amazon for $129.99+ (also available in two other models). 10. A set of faux coffee-table books inspired by the fancy-schmancy Assouline travel series, except they're *a lot* more practical! They open with a magnetic lid to become secret storage compartments so that you can hide the many remotes and cords you've yet to figure out what they do post-move. Amazon Promising review: "The color of these books is actually more vivid and beautiful in person. I'm thrilled with how it looks on the shelf — plus it's a very good hiding spot. I would 100% recommend these for anyone looking to add color to your home." — elishiva Get a set of four from Amazon for $27.99. 11. A modern pendant light to upgrade your home's lighting situation while seamlessly blending in with the lovely decor you already have. No more fumbling around in your entryway for your keys — this beauty will light your way *and* look good doing it. Promising review:"I love these. I hung four of them above my island. They are stunning. Everybody who sees them loves them. They bring in such a great ambiance and vibe that softens the room." — Veronica Get it from Amazon for $70.99+ (available in three sizes and four styles). 12. Or a conversion kit that'll lend you a hand in transforming your boring old recessed lighting into a modern-day masterpiece. Exciting pendant lights, here you come! Amazon It has an about six-step installation process and includes all the parts you'll need. The brace adjusts to any size between 4' and 6' and fits the standard base sockets. They can be used on sloped ceilings up to 45˚, works in damp locations, has a 50-pound maximum load rating, and is paintable with no visible screws or hardware. Promising review:" This was a pretty easy installation considering the work is on the ceiling. I've been wanting to change out the two can lights over my sink for years, so I started investigating the easiest possible way to do so. Ran across this item, and watched the video on YouTube. What the heck, I thought! Rewatched the video before installation, looked at the directions on both the converter kit and the pendant light, gathered the necessary tools described in all instructions, and set upon my mission. The hardest part (for me) was getting the self-tapping screws started. I'm pretty pleased with the outcome, I must say! By the way, I'm a 55-year-old female who has worked at a bank all of my life. Yes! It was that easy. I would highly recommend it." — Trisch Reeve Get it from Amazon for $22.61. 13. A stainless-steel rainfall showerhead you can count on to make you feel like you're taking a few minutes to rinse off in the fabulous bathroom of your room at The Ritz-Carlton when, in reality, you're in the very outdated bathroom you haven't had a chance to update just yet. Promising review:"This is a beautiful showerhead, very thin, but feels quite sturdy and heavy. Installation took no more than five minutes. The shower head has a very smooth, highly polished, mirror-like chrome finish. It gives a satisfying showering experience without wasting too much water. Absolutely no leaks whatsoever. Everybody in our family said they liked it. What else is there to say about a showerhead?" — Sadda Reddy Get it from Amazon for $19.95+ (available in five sizes and four finishes). 14. A cleverly designed rechargeable electric candle lighter with a flexible neck so you'll never find yourself fighting to ignite a candle wick while the match you just lit burns down faster than you can say "ouch!" Promising review: "I cook outside, and lighting a fire during wet and windy weather was a real pain. This lighter was a game-changer! If the material is dry, this lighter will light regularly, consistently, and easily. Plus, it's rechargeable! Love it!" — Sandra Get it from Amazon for $15.29+ (available in nine colors and as a two-pack). 15. Or a dazzling candle warmer with a lampshade reminiscent of a high-end crystal chandelier you'd likely see in the middle of a ballroom on Bridgerton. More importantly, you won't need to keep a stash of matches on hand *and* your fave candle will last basically forever since it won't actually be burning down when you pair it with this gadget. Amazon, Promising review: "I loved this candle warmer! I love that it has different functions, even a timer to set how long you want it on. The lights are super cool, too, and you don't get that smoky smell when you blow out a candle. Definitely obsessed!" — Laura Get it from Amazon for $47.99 (available in two styles). 16. A high-tech trash can you'll probably cry tears of joy over if you hate germs, because now you'll never have to physically touch the garbage can again. Simplehuman also makes custom-fit liners for each of their trash cans, which fit perfectly in the can's back compartment and conveniently dispenses from inside the can. I have this very garbage can and often finding myself awkwardly waving my hand over OTHER ones expecting them to magically open like mine does. Oops. Promising review:"It looks sharp and is so convenient. I love how well the trash bags fit, how the lid keeps the bag hidden, and that the bin stores the spare bags in a handy little compartment. The step lid seems sturdy, closes quietly, and keeps odors contained. The snug bag fit also ensures trash fills the bag well, instead of awkwardly. The 45-liter size is perfect for our two-person home and holds more than I thought it would. We're no longer overfilling our bin and changing the bag is an absolutely breeze since you don't have to totally remove the larger lid — you just flip it up. I'm so happy with this trash can." — Sally Bidwell Get it from Amazon for $119.99+ (available in three sizes and colors). 17. Plus, a smart sensor wastebasket to plop in the half-bath situation you're still trying to redecorate. This beauty is stylish, practical, and will prevent your pets or toddlers from getting their grubby little paws on yucky bathroom-only trash you'd rather them NOT touch. Promising review:"Great little trash can. Easy to assemble wooden legs and simple to attach. Fits well in small spaces. The lid opens and closes with a wave of the hand to the sensor located in front. 2AA batteries. Holds a grocery-size bag. Very sturdy, although lightweight, but does not look cheap. Great value for the money." — Anita Gordon Get it from Amazon for $39.99. 18. A pet hair remover with a unique patented brush design that'll let you invite guests to sit down without fear of them being covered head to toe in your dog's smelly hair (especially if they're overdue for a ChomChom is a small business. Promising reviews:"I've had it in my possession for like two hours, and I've cleaned everything. The couch, the blinds, the cat tree pad, the chair; I'm obsessed. I feel like this thing should win an award for being so awesome. It should be in raffle baskets, giveaways, and silent auctions for every event that highlights 'things cat people need.' It's better than those sticky rollers, and it's better than the one-directional velvet wand thing that I always use the wrong way. It's the best." — Meowser Check out our ChomChom pet hair remover review! Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in four colors). 19. A mason jar cold brew maker if you're a proud member of the Drinking-iced-coffee-all-year Club (here, here!) Plus, it'll be ready and waiting when you roll out of bed. Reviewers absolutely love this version and also use it to brew their favorite iced teas. County Line Kitchen is a small business specializing in mason jar–style cold brew makers, pitchers, and accessories. Promising review: "This has been a hit in my house. Makes the most delicious cold brew and is of great quality. Has saved a ton of money on going out and on pods I used to buy. I try to let it sit for 48 hours so I can dilute it with a little water to get it to last longer, and throw it in my dishwasher in between uses. Perfect!" — Jo Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in two sizes and colors). 20. Or a Moccamaster drip coffee machine that'll become your most bragged about gadget thanks to how beautifully it'll match your kitchen decor — it comes in over 23 colors! The brewing basket will stop the flow of coffee the moment you remove the carafe and it has a hot plate to keep coffee hot as long as necessary (aka long enough for you to tackle one home improvement project and come back to it, still warm!). My husband, a coffee connoisseur, has assured me in the "coffee community" this machine is regarded as one (if not THE) best drip coffee machines on the market. I mean, it does boast the ability to brew between a half or full carafe, a brew basket that automatically stops the flow of coffee when removing the carafe (no mess!), and a hotplate with an independent heating element to keep coffee at the *perfect* temperature. But for me? It's the color options. There are SO many to choose from — there's no doubt in my mind anyone would be able to find an option that would look great in their home. I actually *do* own one in my home (it's fabulous) and it does all that it says it will. It's certainly lived up to our expectations — and we drink a lot of coffee as parents of a baby and a toddler. Get it from Amazon for $359 (available in 25 colors). 21. A toothbrush holder and dispenser, because trying to put together a to-do list in the morning is hard enough to cope with, so you might as well mount this bad boy and let it dispense your toothpaste for you as *one* less thing to think about. It's the little things! Amazon Promising review:"I love this item! I saw it originally on TikTok and thought it would be perfect for our bathroom! We have one bathroom upstairs and five people who use it. This cleared up so much counter space for us! There are ventilation holes where the cups go to help make sure they dry properly. The toothpaste dispenser has really been working to get every last drop out of the tube. Would definitely recommend for a family or kids bathroom. There is also a little storage compartment behind the toothpaste that is great for extra brushes, cotton swabs, or flossers." — Sariyah J Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in four colors). 22. A cup rinser that'll make cleaning bottles, glasses, and mugs as easy as 1, 2, 3, which means you'll have more time to do more important things like pick out a trendy wallpaper for your new bathroom or argue with your partner about different shades of white paint for your entryway. Amazon, Check out a TikTok of the cup washer in action. To install, you can use the instructions and materials provided to easily hook it up to the hot water line. Note that this won't install on sinks without a flat edge! Promising review:"Never knew I needed one until I saw it on TikTok, and with water bottles and toddler cups it is essential to my household!" — Gayla Brink Get it from Amazon for $19.99. 23. A wireless endoscope gadget you'll absolutely want in your toolbox if you're a homeowner — it has a teeny tiny camera on the end you can send behind walls or into drains to see what's going on before calling in a professional. Mr. Fix-It WISHES they had one of these bad boys. 😉 My husband found this online and was absolutely blown away by the technology. This tool connects to an app on your phone, allowing you to problem solve without having to spend an exorbitant amount of money. He used it many times throughout our first year as homeowners to look into heat ducts, down drains, inside walls, etc. Promising review:" This camera works so well it's almost a joke. An overhead light in my boat's cabin had severed wire. The hole to access the wire is not even 1/2' in diameter, and the gap in the ceiling is only 2' tall. Adjusted the semi rigid cable, located the severed wire, went back in with the hook attached, and voila!" — the family cook Get it from Amazon for $25.49. 24. A dryer vent cleaner attachment that'll pull all of the hard-to-reach pieces of lint out of your dryer — it'll revive the new dryer you just inherited with the house and get it in (fingers crossed) tip-top shape before you use it on your clothes. Trust me, from experience, you're going to want to clean that out, STAT. This adapter is compatible with most vacuum cleaner pipes, so all you have to do is attach it to your vacuum and guide it around your dryer to suck up excess and hard-to-reach lint. Too much lint buildup not only slows down the drying process, it's also a fire hazard, so this handy device can actually be considered a safety tool! When my husband and I first moved into our house we were left the previous owner's washer and dryer — which was great! Except, they had a dog that apparently shed A LOT and their hair was embedded deeply in the dryer. There was tons to clean out so that the hair didn't get all over our clothes. This definitely would've done the trick! Promising review:"Yes, we had a sock in our dryer vent!! This past summer, the lint trap broke on our dryer. Our kids ran the dryer regardless! What a disaster. Received my vacuum kit today, and now my clothes are dry! I sucked up the sock, as well as a piece of lint roller tape. Great product!" — Laurel Enoch Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in four colors). 25. And a box of washing machine cleaning tablets to easily remove any odor-causing residue from inside your machine — you don't want your clothes to smell, do ya? You can use this product on both front-load and top-load washing machines. I ran it through the old washing machine that was left in my new house (beggars can't be choosers!) and it came out nice and clean. Promising review:"Works great. My washer started smelling like sour clothes. In turn, my clothes were smelling sour as well. I plopped an Affresh Tab in the washer and let it do its magic. After it was done I opened the washer and to my surprise there was no smell at all. This is a six-pack so buy one box for half a year or two boxes, and only have to order once per year. Definitely recommend." — jcski Get a box of five from Amazon for $9.79 (also available in a six-pack). 26. Plus a pack of dishwasher cleaning tablets you can toss into your dishwasher and easily get rid of that yucky smell before your family arrives for a visit — it'll banish lime and mineral buildup and leave your dishes nice 'n' clean. Just pop them into the tray where you'd normally put detergent (or on the bottom of your dishwasher if you're washing dishes at the same time), and run as usual! Promising review: "This was simple to use, smelled good, and I was pleasantly surprised when I opened the dishwasher after the recommended cleaning cycle. This product actually did what it advertises that it will do! Great results, fairly economical — and by the way — it works!" — Old Southern Charm Get a pack of six tablets from Amazon for $8.99. 27. A garbage-disposal foaming cleaner to scrub away the stinky grime that builds up on the blades and in the pipes. Definitely add this to your cart if you've never lived with one of these babies before and are likely to get overexcited and dump EVERYTHING and ANYTHING down there. Amazon Promising review:"Saw on TikTok (don't judge) and automatically added to cart. So easy to use, takes probably a minute to fully bubble up and clean, and you're left with a clean sink! I use with other drain cleaning products, but would 100% recommend for weekly maintenance." — Jessica Hamilton Get a four-pack from Amazon for $3.78+ (also available in larger packs). 28. A wet/dry vacuum, aka the new love of your homeowning-life — it's probably what Kelly Clarkson was inspired by when she sang "My Life Would Suck Without You." It'll suck up anything from nails and water to bits of wood and leaves. You name it, it can be cleaned up with this vac. My husband and I bought our first home in 2021 and it has been quite the learning experience. Luckily, my father-in-law has a plethora of tools, such as this vacuum, that made most of our DIYs a breeze. After ripping up a carpet and removing all the staples that had been holding it down, I was amazed we were able to use this machine to clean all the debris up in one swipe. Promising review:"I had a 40-year-old Craftsman shop vacuum that finally broke, I was not expecting a modern one to perform as well as the old one however this new one is better in every way. The hose holds its shape under the vacuum, the wheels turn easily allowing it to move freely. It's so much quieter than the old model, I like the cart especially as it gives a handle to allow you to move the vacuum around without bending down which for someone with low back pain, this is a great relief" — Silver Get it from Amazon for $139.99+ (available in two sizes and four different accessories). 29. Shelf liner that'll provide a nonslip padding inside your cabinets, closets, and drawers so your belongings can be safely stowed away — you'll feel like a true adult bragging about this lil' home improvement project. Amazon You can cut these for a perfect fit, so no worries about the exact sizing. It's also machine washable, so any crumbs or stains can be easily removed. Promising review:"I have recently moved into an apartment with some pretty gross cupboards, drawers, and kitchen shelves that I can do almost nothing about. I didn't want to put down adhesive shelf liner and traditional mesh type cushioning shelf liner doesn't really protect my dishes from touching the ancient stained wood. This stuff is a great solution for me. It's a nice thick padding that's textured on the bottom so it doesn't slide around. The top is slick and smooth and easy to clean. I don't really bother to trim this stuff, instead I place it in the cupboard and let the excess bend up around the edges creating a little bumper around the edge of the cabinet. Makes me feel so much better about my kitchen and the bright white look says 'clean' in a place that desperately needs something to say 'clean.' I've used a couple of different types of this style of liner in this kitchen and this brand is by far my favorite. Go ahead and buy the larger rolls. Ten feet seems like a lot of material until you're filling cupboards and drawers you'll use more than you think." — Taylor Whitney Get it from Amazon for $7.89+ (available in three sizes). 31. And/or peel-and-stick floor tiles for anyone who has a deep-rooted hatred for the bathroom floor that came with their house — these are water-resistant (important!) and are so gorgeous once you apply them you'll likely find yourself redecorating your entire room around 'em. Each box has 10 12" x 12" tiles. Promising review: "Best purchase ever, love that it brightened and give my bathroom a new fresh look. Easy to put together and only took about two hours." — Billy Get it from Amazon for $13.90. 32. And glue-on foam ceiling tiles with the ability to transform any run-of-the-mill room into a Roman retreat. No one would ever guess that your over-the-top ceiling is actually made from the same material as the styrofoam cups you used to take a bite out of as a kid. (No? Just me?) Amazon, Promising review:"If you're even considering doing it, JUST DO IT!! I can't even begin to tell you how easy this was, and the end result is mind-blowing! When people come over (we're remodeling our newly purchased home built in 1865), their jaws drop. We put this in the sunroom/eat-in kitchen area. We love it so much we'll be doing it in the bar area of the dining room. When you actually get them on the ceiling and look at your finished product, you'd never guess it's styrofoam. Caulking between the tiles was crucial to giving its overall look. That was the most difficult part. My advice (from watching hours of YouTube videos and doing research) find the center of the ceiling and work your way out. It took us two hours to do a fairly large space. We definitely overestimated how many it would take but I'm glad we had extra on hand in the case we messed one up. Also — make sure your blade is SHARP!" — Steven Get it from Amazon for $22.96+ (available in packs of 8, 48, 96, 144 and eight colors). 33. Felt pads to ensure you don't immediately scratch the wood floors you just paid a ton of money to have stained and refinished. You'll be seriously impressed how your furniture can glide across the floor like a world-class figure skater once you pop these pads onto the bottom of 'em. Promising review:"Just got a new house with all new wood floors. Every piece of furniture needed felt 'feet.' I found this package on Amazon and hoped it would do the trick for all of my furniture. When I received it (quickly no less) I thought it was too small of a package to get the job done, but once I started with the dining room table and six chairs I realized there was plenty in the package to add a dot to every bit of furniture I needed to 'shoe.' It was easy to adhere and now everything scoots like a dream." — Robyn Restel Get a box of 181 pads from Amazon for $13.91. 34. A bamboo burner cover that'll make you feel like you've waved a magic wand and, POOF! added extra counter space to your kitchen. If you've just invested in a fixer-upper that doesn't have your dream cooking space just yet, this will fill the void until your renovation. BambooMN is a small business! BuzzFeeder Jennifer Tonti credits this burner cover for helping her cook with ease: "OK so I bought this for my own tiny apartment and OMG you guys. Life = changed. Food = chopped. Counter space = doubled. I mean the math is all there." Promising review:"This is so perfect for extra space. It covers the top of my apartment-sized stove so I can then use my stove space for my Instant Pot and food prep. The best space-saving and cosmetic thing I have ever gotten for this tiny apartment." — Talyn Amber Skye Get it from Amazon for $25.75+ (available in 11 styles). 35. A classic handheld Oxo can opener because anyone with a house should have this staple item literally on hand — you'll be happy you bought it when all you want after a long day of DIY projects in your new home is a classic can of tomato soup and a grilled cheese. It'll also work when the power is out (unlike the fancier electric versions) so you'll never be stranded without canned food options. Amazon I have this can opener and bought it for my parents when their old electric one died. It may not seem like the most essential purchase but when you've watched your dad try to open a can of tuna with a butcher knife, you'll realize it's best to have one on hand. Promising review:"This is a top-notch can opener. Gone through several other cheap brands that have broken and left me nearly cutting a finger off trying to finish opening the half mutilated can, but this guy knows how to get the job done and the handle is much more ergonomic in my opinion. Do yourself a favor and buy five, one for yourself and four for people in your life because this guy will change their life." — AK Get it from Amazon for $13.94. 36. Motorized custom shades that'll help you make even the sunniest of days into cozy ones fit for movie marathons — all you'll have to do is click your remote or ask Alexa or Google to lower them for you! After all the hard work you've been putting into your home you deserve some downtime. Promising review: "While a bit spendy, these blinds are great! The customer service is impeccable, and they are very responsive and were able to work with my poor measuring skills to get me sorted with a new set that only required a motor swap! After doing it twice because I put the reset button the wrong way, I'm back installed, and they work great!!!! Thank you!!" — Johnny X. Get them from Amazon for $153.99+ (available in 22 colors; all orders are custom sized). 37. A pack of oven liners to protect the bottom of the oven you just worked up a sweat scrubbing clean — no need to worry about ooey gooey overflowing cheese or saucy splatters ruining the progress you've just made! Amazon FitFabHome is a small business! Promising review:"These liners are life changing! I never thought I needed them until a friend raved about them. Cleanup is so simple, no more melted cheese or sauces burnt to the bottom of my ovens. I love that I can cut them down to size to fit my toaster oven. My husband enjoys grilling with the liners now, he doesn't have to line the grill with aluminum foil which he found so annoying, deterring him to grill. This product really has simplified my life in the kitchen and I love it." — Kindle Custommer Get a pack of three from Amazon for $12.99. 38. A garbage guard that'll work just as hard (if not harder) than the King's Guard, except instead of protecting a royal family member, its sole purpose is to stand between pesky bugs and your trash can. Promising review:"Got an outdoor can, the kind the mechanical arm on the garbage truck picks up and tips over, with the lid opening by gravity. Placed this on the inside of the lid, near the hinge to lessen the chances of it being scraped off during emptying and no flies/maggots! No apparent odor, just seems to put a big hurt on the fly party that used to be my trash can (litter box contents, remnants of meat, etc.)" — Michael E. Bradley Get it from Amazon for $9.84. 39. A Clorox ToiletWand you can rely on to efficiently clean your porcelain throne but then also happily toss away — no grime-filled old school toilet brush to take up residence in the corner of your bathroom! Amazon, I own and cherish this product. It's a dream knowing the "brush" is fresh and hasn't been intimate with the inside of my toilet prior to my picking it up again. This set comes with the wand and 16 refills. Promising review:"The primary reason I decided to purchase the Clorox Toilet Wand was so I could clean under my toilet rims, which I noticed was definitely getting neglected via using the standard toilet brushes to clean. Initially, I was looking for a toilet brush that had the shape needed to actually GET under the rim, and that's how I found out about it. Now that I've used it... I can say without a doubt that'll I'll never go back to a regular brush. I like the cleanliness of the disposable brushes as opposed to a regular toilet brush. And I especially like that I don't have to purchase a second brush with a shape capable of cleaning under the rim, which not only takes up more space, but also would take more time given I'd have to switch back and forth and apply product. With this, I can just clean the entire pot in less than five minutes with the same tool." — Brittney Nelson Get it from Amazon for $20.86. 40. A utility sink that'll come in handy when you come home after exploring the neighborhood with your dog but get a bit lost and end up with mud-caked shoes (and paws!). Rinse off before you destroy that lovely lil' rug you just put down! Amazon My parents have one specifically for my mom to dye her hair (sorry for, uh, publicizing that, Mom) in so she doesn't stain their nice, new sinks. I'm planning to get one for my laundry room to soak stained clothing and whatnot before tossing it into the washing machine. Promising review:"I purchased this as a replacement for an old but nearly exact sink that is the only sink in my garage/auto shop. This is plenty sturdy for filling pails and cleaning heavy parts. As noted by others, the faucet is especially nice. Along with the faucet, this unit would be ideal for washing dogs up to a medium size. An excellent piece for not much money. As is usual with Amazon, it was delivered in just two days." — D OC Get it from Amazon for $209.99+ (available in two styles). 41. A solar-powered, motion sensor-activated lights to make you feel like you've just made your Broadway debut anytime you step into your backyard. Or, you know, alert you when a stray cat is passing through. Amazon, Promising review: "I purchased these to cover the side of my house. Installation was easy and I left them outside for two days to charge. The light coverage was about what I expected from them and do the job well. The motion sensitivity covers all the side and lights turn on. It has rained about three times and still work great and hoping they last for a long time." — J. Argueta Get a set of four from Amazon for $29.99. 42. Rubbermaid's power scrubbing brush, for when you want to give your grout an all-inclusive spa treatment and bring it back to its squeaky-clean glory. Natalie Brown / BuzzFeed, Promising review: "This Rubbermaid scrubber is fantastic. It cleans around the kitchen sink easily, scrubs those pot scrapes off porcelain sinks with ease. It also cleans in the bathroom, scrubs the tile in the shower, cleans walls at the sink area and so much more. I don't know how I cleaned without it. It is wonderful! Don't hesitate, buy it!" — lindae Get it from Amazon for $17.38. To learn why my BuzzFeed Shopping colleague loves this, check out our full Rubbermaid Power Scrubber review. 43. And a grout pen to help you restore your tile floor and bathroom walls and leave 'em looking like they were just installed. Feel free to enthusiastically yell "YOU COULD EAT OFF OF THESE FLOORS!" after the job is done. Promising review:"These things are awesome! I cleaned my bathroom tile grout first because the lady that 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 narrow and wide tips).
