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CBS News
10-05-2025
- Health
- CBS News
Turlock nonprofit Jessica's House helps families heal after losing loved ones
TURLOCK – For Mental Health Awareness Month, CBS Sacramento is highlighting a special place in Turlock that serves some of the most vulnerable members of the community. For more than a decade, Jessica's House has been supporting families and children who've lost a loved one. "We just hit our two-year anniversary mark. We lost our son, Weston Hank Dahlin, in a sledding accident," said Gabriella Dahlin, Weston's mother. Gabriella remembers every detail. "It was a beautiful morning, but it was really icy and so it was a few hours before snowmobiles had gotten there and it was just too late," Gabriella said. Weston passed away just 13 days before his fifth birthday. Today, Gabriella and her 8-year-old daughter, Lietta, are finding comfort and support at Jessica's House. "To make it a priority to come down twice a week and it's kind of just been our thing," Gabriella said. "On Mondays, we do girl time and get to celebrate Weston's life and process it." Since 2012, the non-profit in Turlock has been supporting bereaved families get through their darkest days. Children like Leitta get help in specialized peer groups.. "Sometimes I draw what's in my head," Leitta said. "Sometimes I do landscapes and trees. Sun." "Memories of Weston. You guys talk a lot about different aspects of grief and loss through art," Gabriella said. For people like Gabriella, who are struggling with grief, Jessica's House is a safe place with an open door. "Jessica's House's mission is to support children, teens, young adults, and also their adult caregivers with grief support," said Erin Nelson, the founder and executive director of Jessica's House. "We really just want to make sure that no child ever grieves alone." Nelson, a certified trauma practitioner, has suffered personal loss in life, too. "To come in and just openly talk about losses and to know that there's never a shame, any shame," Nelson said. When a child is faced with grief, Nelson said it can impact their emotional, mental and physical well-being. "A child who loses a parent or sibling, we're able to counter those risk factors with support," Nelson said. "So, as they find ways to cope, ways to express their grief, they are more likely to have more resiliency." At Jessica's House, kids can work through their trauma in different ways, and allow children to share their stories "I like going into the art rooms and the sand rooms," Leitta said. "Those are my favorite rooms." "So a child might want to go into the volcano room, and they might want to express their anger, or maybe they're in the hospital room and they get to be the hero," Nelson said. "It could be that they're in the dramatic playroom and they're using different props to play and tell their story, or even through music." As for Gabriella and Leitta, they're getting through their grief, one day at a time. "The more people that are willing to share the stories to help others, it can be impactful. And we look forward to the day we get to see Weston again," Gabriella said. There's no cost to families getting help at Jessica's House. That's because the non-profit receives its funding through grants, donations, and community support.
Buzz Feed
17-04-2025
- General
- Buzz Feed
29 Products For When You Aren't In The Mood To Spend All Day Cleaning
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. These things will take over the worst parts of the job *and* get 'em done faster so you can blast through your chores and move on to something fun. 1. A cast-iron scrubber for anyone who's ever spent way too long trying to scrape stubborn bits of food off of their skillet, and thought to themselves — there must be a better way. This chainmail scrubber easily pulls off the grit — without stripping off the seasoning or scratching your pan. And when you're done, just throw it in the dishwasher! Just don't use it on any non-stick pans, of course — metal scratches 'em! Promising review:"I love my cast iron skillet, but I always dreaded cleaning it, so it would make me think twice before deciding to use it over my regular nonstick pans. Turns out, this is what you're *supposed* to be using to clean your cast iron skillet! The proof is in how simple and fast the cleanup is with this compared to other methods. I would recommend this to anyone with a cast iron skillet!" — B. T. Wade Get it on Amazon for $17.99. And if you do get it, I recommend reading this review — I know it's long, but they offer some excellent advice on how to make the most of it. 2. A foaming garbage disposal cleaner — it'll bubble and fizz through the odor-causing grime all on its own while you just stand back and wish you'd gotten it sooner. All you have to do is run a strong stream of hot water into the sink for a minute, reduce the water to a trickle, insert one of the packets into the disposer, turn on the disposer, and let it do the rest! Then simply rinse the sink, and you're done! 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 House Get a four-pack from Amazon for $7.60. 3. A pack of disposable, adhesive shower hair catchers if having to take time to clean drain covers like the TubShroom after every shower bums you out. Simply stick one of these to your drain, and it'll last for weeks, collecting your hair while letting water and soap suds filter through — protecting your pipes from hair-induced clogs that could create an even bigger headache down the line. Then, when it's time to replace it, simply remove and toss it in the trash, hair and all — no cleaning necessary! Plus, now you won't have to deal with drain covers getting moldy and gross after a while. Promising review:"For anyone with long hair, drainage clogging in the shower is a pain. So THANKS to whomever thought of such a simple but clever solution. They stick perfectly and the glue lasts like three weeks. It literally does not let a hair pass and it's just so easy to place and remove. I wish I knew about this product before! A must-buy." — MER Get a 25-pack from Amazon for $11.99 (also available in a 50-pack and 100-pack). 4. And a no-scrub weekly shower cleaner that makes it easy to keep your tub and shower nice and shiny. All you have to do is spray, let it sit, and rinse — it'll clean and prevent scummy buildup all on its own. No scrubbing or wiping required, hooray! Promising review:"This stuff is amazing! I had a horrible gray ring in the bottom of my shower that was impossible to remove. I had tried the Dawn dish soap method (with a lot of scrubbing) and had even used toilet bowl cleaner to try to remove the soap scum. My next step was to tear out and replace the shower pan and tile. I figured this was my last chance. I ordered the Wet & Forget spray and really coated the shower walls and floor pan and walked away. I CANNOT begin to tell you how happy I was to rinse down the walls sometime later and watch all that crud roll right down the drain!! This is the best product I have ever used in my life!! Works great and no toxic fumes!!" — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $19.19+ (available in two scents, two sizes, and multipacks). 5. A spinning makeup brush cleaner because cleaning and drying your brushes by hand takes forever, and you have way better things to do. So, why not let this device do the work for you? It swirls your brushes in soapy water until leftover makeup, dead skin cells, dirt, and debris are gone, and then spins the brush until it's dry. Amazon, It comes with the brush spinner, charging station, eight rubber collars that securely connect the makeup brush to the spinner, a glass bowl, and a splash guard ring. Promising review:"I use my makeup brushes daily, and they get filthy. I've used other cleaners and this product wins, hands down. The wand and the cleaner itself takes all the hard work and does it for you, not to mention the brushes dry in seconds. This is the cleanest my brushes have ever been. Highly recommend." — Valerie Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in two colors). 6. A self-charging Lefant robo vacuum that scoots around and does the work all on its own so you can do other things like take a nap, go for a walk, cook dinner, or catch up on your favorite show. 7. Swiffer's upgraded Power Mop in case the idea of dragging out a traditional mop and bucket awakes the procrastinator within you. This'll get the job done in half the time and with much less effort on your part! Simply press the button to release the cleaning solution, and the super absorbent pads will trap and lock all kinds of messes using powerful scrubbing strips that reach deep into grooves to remove even stuck-on grime. The set comes with one bottle of solution, two mopping pads, and two AA batteries. Promising review:"Great mop when you need the job done fast. Liquid refills are easy to pop in, and you can slap on replacement mop pads in a hurry (you'll know when it needs to be replaced). This mop is ideal when you get one of those 'I'll see you in 10 minutes' phone calls. Just press the release button on the handle, and a spray will shoot out at the center of the path. Tip: I run the mop head under warm water first and squeeze it out before I start, as a damp mop works better. The floor was clean in no time, and I like that I don't need to store a separate bottle of cleaner. My mom loves that it's lightweight, so she can carry it upstairs and mop the hall floors and bathroom tiles." — A. Mitchell Get it from Amazon for $24.94. 8. An OXO Good Grips deep-cleaning brush set featuring a large brush (great for stove tops, grout, and more) *and* a small brush (ideal for fixtures and other tight, tough-to-reach spaces). Both are made with durable nylon bristles that are tough on grime, plus the handle is fitted with grips that are nonslip — even when wet— making them a breeze to use! Cleaning up the kitchen or bathroom just got a whole lot faster :) Promising reviews:"Easy peasy, fast cleaning. These brushes are a MUST! I cleaned the dryer and the dishwasher, and they are spotless. So satisfied with them. Makes life easier and cleaning faster." — cristina v "Perfect for cleaning grout. These make quick work of cleaning the shower!" — TS Get it from Amazon for $7.95+ (available in two styles). 9. A fully submersible Black + Decker power scrubber if you would rather not do the scrubbing yourself when it comes to banishing stubborn grime on everything from cookware and dishes to stovetops and sinks. Let this thing do the hard work much faster while you just guide it along! Amazon, It comes with AA batteries. Promising review:"What a great little tool to make housework just a bit easier. This scrubber is a joy to use and makes scrubbing anything from dishes to bathrooms fast and easy." — Wouldn't Kid Ya Get it from Amazon for $21.14. 10. An "Angry Mama" microwave cleaner — it'll loosen those splatters and stains so all you have to do is wipe 'em clean. Just add water and vinegar, and place this gadget in the microwave for five to eight minutes on high heat. Afterward, wipe off with a sponge, rag or napkin, and all the grime will come right off! 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 it down easily, and then ran it one more time to get it detailed and 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 $8.49+ (available in four colors). 11. A reusable pet hair remover for anyone who can never seem to get all of their pet's fur off of their clothes and furniture. Just roll it over your fuzz-covered item of choice, and watch it lift the fur RIGHT OFF. Then simply dump out and reuse — no more annoying sticky papers like other lint rollers! Promising reviews:" If I could give this product six stars, I would. My husband and I use it almost every day. We have three furry dogs and six fluffy cats, which makes for A LOT of hair. We were using a lint roller before we bought our ChomChom Roller. The lint roller didn't work very well and had to be replaced. We have had our ChomChom Roller for months, and it still works just as well as it did when we first got it. We can actually invite our friends over now without worrying about all the pet hair." — Morgan Willis " Works great and is very easy and quick to use! We use it mainly on the couch. We have a white dog that is almost 100 pounds. Leaves his hair everywhere. This gadget makes it easy to clean up." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $23.99 + (available in three colors). 12. Some reusable air fryer liners so you can air fry to your heart's content without having to spend time cleaning afterward since it's dishwasher-safe! Promising review:" I absolutely love these liners. I love the fact that you get three in the package so you don't have to immediately wash the one you're using before you reuse it. You can just simply use one of the other two. This was a brilliant idea." — Roxanne C Get a pack of three from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in seven sizes, three shapes, and four colors). 13. A drain clog remover that makes it super easy to clear your sink, tub, or shower drain in mere seconds! No plumbing skills required whatsoever. Promising review:"When I pulled the orange plastic spiked strip from the package, I was immediately skeptical and felt like all those 5-star reviews were from people who exist in an alternate universe. I was tempted to initiate a return on Amazon but decided that I might as well gamble on a piece of $9 plastic before gambling $200 on a plumber. I slipped the plastic strip down my shower drain and literally FIVE SECONDS LATER I was pulling up gobs and gobs and gobs of hair. HOLY COW!!!!!!!! OHMYGOSH. I can't believe I still have any hair left on my head. SO MUCH REPULSIVE GUNK!!!! It's a grisly, messy, smelly, and oh so rewarding job." — Chocolate and Chips Get a five-pack from Amazon for $7.19 + (available in two colors and packs of three and 12). 14. An ingeniously designed microfiber window blind cleaner — it'll help you get rid of all that dust hanging out on your window blinds, fans, and air conditioners without breakin' a sweat! The cleaning tool also comes with five machine-washable microfiber duster clothes. Promising review: "Where has this blind cleaner been for the past 50 years???? I have struggled to keep my blinds clean for so many years and happily found this item. It WORKS!!! And I love that it comes with extra sleeves, and the sleeves are machine washable. The handle is plastic, but I feel confident it won't break any time soon." — marionvgt Get the six-piece set from Amazon for $6.99. 15. A pack of foil liners for anyone whose stovetop always looks like a crime scene after prepping a meal — leaving you with yet *another* thing to deep clean. These'll catch the drips and splatters so they don't end up stuck to your stove, because who feels like putting in the elbow grease to clean that up after you've already done a bunch of dishes?? Simply toss the liners in the trash once they get too dirty, and you're done! Promising review:"One day I will be the happy owner of a flat surface oven/stove top! But until then, these are the best at keeping your stovetop free from food and grease spills and caked-on messes. They're cheap, so clean up is a breeze. When it's dirty, just remove it, throw it away, and replace it with a new one. It makes cleaning the stove top so easy!" — Melanin Monroe Get a pack of 50 from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in a pack of 100). 16. Or a set of liners electric ranges if the thought of cleaning underneath the burner makes you fantasize about how much fun you could have doing literally anything else. Promising review:"Clean up is a breeze. I used to have problems with food falling through the burners on my stove. Now these liners prevent that from happening, and when I need to clean my stove, any crumbs that may have fallen in are easy to remove." — deidra Get a pack of 50 from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in a pack of 100). 17. A powerwash dish spray that'll make it way easier to clean those gunk-covered dishes that have been chilling in the sink for a few days too many. It'll instantly start breaking down all that stuck-on grease and grime so you can quickly wipe and rinse it away instead of spending forever scrubbing and scraping. Promising review:"This is Dawn, but about 50 times stronger! I used to dread cleaning pots and pans, but Dawn Platinum Powerwash makes that chore a lot quicker and gets the pots and pans cleaner. Note: You get the original spray bottle plus three refills, so when you run out of the product in the bottle, it's no problem. I would highly recommend this cleaning powerhouse! I don't think there is anything else on the market even close to what this does." — Phoenix Tyler Get a spray bottle and three refills from Amazon for $12.25 (available in two sizes). 18. A set of three drill brush attachments capable of making your surfaces look brand-new — without you actually having to do any of the scrubbing! Just attach the brush head to your drill, turn it on, and watch all of that grime disappear so fast and easily, you'll think it's magic. Need a drill? Here's one! And check out our Drill Brush attachment review for more on just how well it works. Note: Each color of the Drill Brush attachment corresponds to the type of bristles they have, and each one is best suited for a specific type of cleaning job (for example, the yellow brush has medium bristles, best used for bathroom cleaning — bathtubs, showers, tile, and porcelain). Be sure to check the listing for which color is best for your intended purpose before buying! Drill Brush is a small business based in New York that makes cleaning brushes that attach to drills. It was started in 2007 by a former electrician who suffered from carpal tunnel and needed a way to clean without causing him harm. Promising review:"Makes cleaning dirty kitchen floor grout so simple and fast! I had been struggling on my hands and knees with a toothbrush and liquid cleaner for years to get my kitchen tile grout clean. Eventually, I just 'let it go,' and it got very dark. Amazingly, with a spray of liquid cleaner and a few minutes of waiting, the Drill Brush and my husband's drill did the job in record time. I would recommend the Drill Brush set to anyone who doesn't enjoy cleaning grout the old-fashioned way." — Emir D Hayric Get the set of three from Amazon for $18.95 (available in six colors and six bristle stiffnesses). 19. A tub of heavy-duty cleaning wipes — they go above and beyond to make quick and easy work of removing intense stains from grease, tar, ink, paint, permanent marker, wax, scuffs, lipstick, nail polish, food and drinks, pets, and more. Plus, the aloe vera in them makes them gentle on your hands despite being super tough on messes. These work on almost any surface: leather, fabric, furniture, hardwood, pans, metal, WHEREVER. Promising review: " Only within a couple of seconds of using these wipes, I get a clean result. I am a busy mom of three and need something quick that ACTUALLY works. This product is amazing. I would highly recommend. Renting an apartment, it's hard to clean the walls without removing the paint. This gets the job done 100%." — Sirena Get a pack of 90 from Amazon for $14.98+ (available in two styles). 20. A granite and stone cleaner that'll cut down the amount of time and effort it usually takes to clean your countertops — and with sparkling results! Plus, they also kill 99.9% of germs and bacteria that you definitely don't want hanging around where you prepare your food. Amazon, Promising review:"This is my go-to granite cleaner and I've tried a lot! Actually gets counters clean without a film or streak and not a lot of elbow grease." — Lori Get it from Amazon for $6.48 (also available as a pack of six). 21. A jetted bathtub cleaner — it can get rid of the grime from the inside of your jetted bathtub, Jacuzzi, or whirlpool in just *15 minutes* with basically no effort required on your end! Now you can actually enjoy using your tub instead of feeling like you're cooking in a bacteria soup. Just fill up the bath, add a quarter of the bottle, wait 15 minutes for it to clean all the gross residue, then drain the tub! Each bottle cleans about four times, and it's septic-safe. Check it out in action (and some very gross results) in this TikTok! Oh Yuk is a small, family-owned business based in Minnesota that specializes in PhD chemist-formulated cleaning products for home appliances, from dishwashers and washing machines to hot tubs and jetted bathtubs. Promising review:"This is now going to be my go-to for cleaning my jet tub. It worked fast and did a really good deep clean. It was very easy to use. And I didn't notice any harsh smells. Will recommend." — Maxamos Get it from Amazon for $17.78 + (available in two sizes and a pack of two). 22. A reusable cleaning putty formulated to remove dirt and debris from pretty much every surface and crevice you can think of. And because of its sticky texture, it can get into all the little hard-to-reach spots like in between keys on your keyboard and your car's AC vent without you having to put a ton of effort into the whole operation. Amazon Promising review:"This product was just the perfect little helper for fast and on-the-go cleaning of my car. It smells good for me and is very easy to use. Not sticky at all. I stretched and rolled it 10x prior to using it. It doesn't get hard or dry. Just put it back in the container after using it." — Amethyst Get it from Amazon for $6.99. 23. A small, surprisingly powerful, desktop vacuum you can use to quickly and easily slurp up all of the crumbs, dust, and other filth from your desks, tables, countertops, computers, and other surfaces and hard-to-reach areas. Plus, it's wireless and rechargeable, so you can bring it anywhere! Promising review:"I just love this little vacuum. It is amazingly handy and effective. The charge lasts a very long time. It lets you clean up annoying little crumbs, eraser shavings, spilled salt, etc., very quickly and easily. Simple and quick to empty and clean out. Works on furniture, floors, glass tables, etc. It is attractive enough that I keep it out in the open, ready for use." — North Shore Get it from Amazon for $12.98+ (available in two colors and three styles). 24. A TikTok-famous bagless, touchless stationary vacuum that'll make you wonder why you ever owned a regular dustpan. No more bending over and transporting your filth to the trash can (inevitably dropping crumbs and dust bunnies along the way). Now you can just sweep directly over to this ingenious device and watch it slurp up every last bit of filth. After debris is collected into the vacuum's canister, an indicator light will turn on to let you know when the canister is full and ready to be emptied out. Pull the canister out and dump debris into the trash without spilling crumbs and dirt everywhere. See it in action on TikTok here. Promising review:" Saw it on TikTok and knew I had to have one. I hate cleaning but get annoyed with the clumps of dog hair and bits of things on my kitchen floor... I usually just vacuum my tile with the vacuum, which is a pain. This thing is so easy to just sweep things into, and it sucks them right up. Sure, it's more expensive than my actual vacuum but I've only had it three days and have used it two times." — AC Get it from Amazon for $149 (available in three colors). 25. A rust stain remover perfect for anything coated in a thin crust of orange — a few sprays and a final wipe of this stuff will make it absurdly easy to get your bathroom or other rusty surfaces looking brand new again. Promising review:"I used it on our tubs, toilets, sinks, and shower. It took one bottle of this stuff to achieve the same result as three bottles of other brands. I will buy this again hands down. I just sprayed, walk away for a few minutes, and wiped and rinsed." — Carrie D. Get a bottle on Amazon for $9.78 (also available as a pack of two). 26. A jar of The Pink Stuff, which is beloved by reviewers for how little effort it takes to quickly and easily remove stains, rust, discoloration, and other stubborn marks from metal, ceramic tiles, saucepans, barbecues, and much more — without leaving behind any scratches! A lot of people compare it to the Magic Eraser in paste form, so even your weirdest, most stubborn stains will meet their match. Promising review:"Best cleaner on the market. This is my go-to for any time my pots or pans need a good cleaning. This works very well and has a pleasant smell, unlike most cleaners. It's a fast and easy way to get back the brand-new look on all of your cooking sets that they once had. Just scrub it onto any type of surface, and all of the stains and rust will come right off. Would highly recommend." — Rachel in CLT Get it from Amazon for $5.97 (available in two sizes and multipacks). 27. A hanging garbage bag holder — now you can easily throw out your scraps without having to transport a gross drippy mess all the way to your trash can and spend time cleaning the inevitable splatters off of your floor after. Amazon Promising review:"I love this product because I'm always chopping vegetables and cutting up meat. I would be making several trips to the trash. Now, I'm able to make meal prep quicker, easier, and cleaner! A good way to use up some of those plastic bags from the grocery store, too!" — Ellen Holcomb Get it from Amazon for $6.99. 28. A bottle of Sunny & Honey Carpet Miracle — this stuff makes it easy to banish discoloration and get your carpet back to looking like the day it was installed — *without* wasting a bunch of time scrubbing. All you have to do is add the solution to water, pour it into your carpet shampooing machine, and watch the stains wash away with ease! If you don't have a carpet shampooing machine, here's one! This stuff is from a family-run small business that specializes in cleaning products, especially ones for homes with pets! Promising review: "I had some really horrific, old stains in the carpet in my rental's basement. I tried a variety of methods to remove the stains (the origins of which, I'll be honest, range from pet accidents to cocktail drink spills), but nothing worked. I saw the price point and reviews for this product, so I decided to give it a shot. I used it as soon as it came in — and I was shocked by how quick, easy, and effective it was. Not to mention it actually left the basement smelling quite nice and clean for a while after use." — Z. Anderson Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in three scents and two sizes). 29. And finally, a power scrubber that scrubs 60 times per second, which is *two times faster* than manual scrubbing. Your arm will thank you for giving it the easy job of guiding this tool while it quickly ~degunks~ areas you thought would never get clean. Natalie Brown / BuzzFeed BuzzFeed editor Natalie Brown has this and loves it! She said: "I'm obsessed! This thing works small miracles: I cleaned about half of my bathroom's grout to its original sparkling-clean cream color in 40 minutes, and it took honestly no effort at all. And — as if easy, sparkling grout wasn't enough(!) — it busted through some serious soap scum buildup in my bathtub (thanks, fancy soap and slow-draining tub) in less than a minute. Honestly, when I first tried the scrubber out, I didn't see too many uses for it other than for grout. But after owning it for a while, I've realized that while I don't need it every single week, it's priceless for the occasions I encounter tough gunk that I'd otherwise only conquer with excessive patience and elbow grease." Get it from Amazon for $17.95.
Buzz Feed
14-03-2025
- General
- Buzz Feed
If You Can't Wait To Start Spring Cleaning, These 37 Products Will Help You Achieve A Spotless, Clutter-Free Home Right Now
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. Your place will be looking spick and span before spring has sprung. 1. A foaming garbage disposal cleaner that'll bubble and fizz through the odor-causing grime all on its own while you just stand back and wish you'd gotten it sooner. All you have to do is run a strong stream of hot water into the sink for a minute, reduce the water to a trickle, insert one of the packets into the disposer, turn on the disposer, and let it do the rest! Then simply rinse the sink, and you're done! 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 House Get a four-pack from Amazon for $8.60 (available in two sizes). 2. A set of stackable clear drawer organizers to turn what was once a bottomless pit of a junk drawer into a place where you can actually like... find things. The six-piece set comes with two 3"x3" bins, two 6"x3" bins, and two 9"x3" bins. Promising review:"Great product! I bought these to put in my nightstand drawer to store small things, as the drawer is very deep. I've got ChapStick, hand lotions, a small flashlight, and other bedside items in them so they're not just rolling around the drawer. I just bought some more for my bathroom vanity. They fit together nicely but also lift right out of each other. The plastic is sturdy, and they came individually wrapped to keep them from scratching." — Sparkyj Get a six-piece set from Amazon for $12.99. 3. A set of three drill brush attachments capable of making your surfaces look brand-new — without any scrubbing on your part! Just attach the brush head to your drill, turn it on, and watch all of that grime disappear so fast and easily, you'll think it's magic. Need a drill? Here's one! And check out our Drill Brush attachment review for more on just how well it works. Note: Each color of the Drill Brush attachment corresponds to the type of bristles they have, and each one is best suited for a specific type of cleaning job (for example, the yellow brush has medium bristles, best used for bathroom cleaning — bathtubs, showers, tile, and porcelain). Be sure to check the listing for which color is best for your intended purpose before buying! Drill Brush is a small business based in New York that makes cleaning brushes that attach to drills. It was started in 2007 by a former electrician who suffered from carpal tunnel and needed a way to clean without causing him harm. Promising review:"I bought the yellow and use it regularly for cleaning shower tile, removing hard-water stains from glass (with Lime-A-Way), and even for my oven top. For the price, you can't beat it. They are good quality and the different sizes are convenient for different jobs. Gonna get a red set next for the tougher jobs!" — Emir D Hayric Get the set of three from Amazon for $18.95 (available in six colors and six bristle stiffnesses). 4. A jar of The Pink Stuff, which is beloved by reviewers for how little effort it takes to quickly remove stains, rust, discoloration, and other stubborn marks from metal, ceramic tiles, saucepans, barbecues, and much more — without leaving behind any scratches! A lot of people compare it to the Magic Eraser in paste form, so even your weirdest, most stubborn stains will meet their match. Promising review:"Found this product on TikTok. I don't think I've ever seen value like I do this product! Literally use it on EVERYTHING!! Kids and teens have dirt, grime, and grease on their walls? This will make it look like a new paint job. Baseboards need some love? A pea-size amount of this makes them look brand new. Need a shoe cleaner? PERFECT for sneakers. I could name a million more uses, but I can ASSURE you this is worth every penny. What's more? You need such LITTLE of this product, it will last a VERY long time. Thank you, TikTok!!!" — Rachel in CLT Get it from Amazon for $5.97. 5. A machine-washable EasyWring microfiber spin mop — it includes an automatic hands-free wringer and a splash guard so you can mop *without* the worst parts of mopping — getting your hands all dirty and splashing dirty water all over the floors you JUST washed. It'll deep clean your home using *only* water — no harsh ingredients needed (!) — thanks to its millions of advanced microfiber strands that are pros at capturing dirt and grime. Plus, the 360 rotating triangle mop-head allows it to easily reach into corners, under furniture, alongside baseboards, and between tiles. Check out this TikTok showing it in use! Promising review: "I had had it with my broken basic mop and bucket. I tried to just get a dollar store Swiffer to get us by, but that wasn't cutting it at all. With three boys and a dog that makes his rounds on all the furniture and every exposed corner, I had to do something. After seeing a TikTok where a woman demonstrated this mop to clean her walls, and hearing my boss raving about it, I decided to click the Amazon button. Let me tell you, I HATE cleaning, I HATE mopping, but I LOVE for things to be clean. " I was able to mop the entire house TWICE (Because it was that dirty. Please don't judge.) within an hour. A few days later, I mopped the entire house again within 10 minutes because they weren't quite as dirty. On another positive note, my boys love the spinner and think it's a toy! So, every time I get the bucket out my 10-year-old and 4-year-old ask to mop the house because they think it's fun. MAJOR BONUS!" — Molly Get it from Amazon for $34.97. 6. A pair of rustproof shower caddy bathroom shelves — now you can stop trying to balance all of your tubes and bottles on the edge of your tub and knocking them over constantly. These sturdy shelves can hold up to 15 pounds and come with removable hooks where you can conveniently hang sponges and loofahs! Promising review:"If you are looking for some shower space and you don't want to tear out your shower to build in the these babies. They stick great and hold a ton of stuff! They took our shower from looking cluttered and always having stuff fall underfoot to looking put together and having everything be right where you need it to get to it. I use liter bottles of shampoo and conditioner, and these babies hold both in one basket. Pick up a set. You won't be disappointed." — Chris Get it from Amazon for $30.49+ (available in four finishes). 7. An ingeniously designed microfiber window blind cleaner that'll help you get rid of all that dust hanging out on your window blinds, fans, and air conditioners without breakin' a sweat! The cleaning tool also comes with five machine-washable microfiber duster clothes. Promising review:"Where has this blind cleaner been for the past 50 years???? I have struggled to keep my blinds clean for so many years and happily found this item. It WORKS!!! And I love that it comes with extra sleeves, and the sleeves are machine washable. The handle is plastic, but I feel confident it won't break any time soon." — marionvgt Get the six-piece set from Amazon for $6.99. 8. A *loooooooooooong* vacuum hose attachment capable of reaching those hard-to-get-at spaces behind the stove, fridge, couch, and laundry machines that you know are getting grosser and grosser the longer you avoid them. It's also great for cleaning out your dryer vent so it doesn't get clogged with lint — which makes for longer drying times, higher utility bills, and even dangerous fires. Skip all that hassle by simply attaching this hose to your vacuum and letting it do all the hard work! This hose adapter fits on most vacuum cleaners (except for some Dysons), and some reviewers have even found socks they thought were gone forever after this thing pulled them out of their lint traps! Promising review:"This thing is seriously amazing. I figured out how to use it quickly, and it worked well. I had a sock stuck way down in my vent and would've had no idea! I still can't believe how much lint and dust came from my dryer. My husband is already talking about other uses for this unique tool, like getting into tight spaces in our cars." — J. Price Get a set of two from Amazon for $9.45+ (available in three colors). 9. A set of magnetic glass spice jars — stick them to the fridge to free up a cabinet for other storage needs. If your love for seasoning is overwhelming your kitchen, these jars are here to help! Gneiss Spice is a woman-owned small biz based in Maine! Promising review:"I am in love with my magnetic spice jars! I recently moved to a small apartment and don't have the counter or wall space to store spices or a spice rack, so magnetic jars it was! I love how these have a decorative feel while providing a secure way to store the spices. Unlike other magnetic spice jars I feel that these add an extra flair to displaying your assorted spices." — Get a 12-pack of small jars from Amazon for $70+ (available in two sizes and larger multipacks). 10. A pack of melamine cleaning sponges reviewers say are a great and more affordable alternative to Mr. Clean Magic Erasers if you're looking to effectively clean surfaces without using chemicals. Simply add water to these extra thick sponges and watch in amazement as the grime wipes away without leaving damage behind! Reviewers have used this to clean marks on their walls from their kid's markers, grease marks, the yellow rust stains in their tubs, pigment stains from paint, and even dirty sneakers! Note: The sponges *will* slowly disintegrate as you use them— good thing there's 20 in the pack! Promising review:"Obsessed. You start by scrubbing that one scuff that's been bugging you every time you walk by since the day it mysteriously appeared. ... Then, you see a small one next to it. Then, hours have passed, and you're holding this shriveled up fluff, and your house is spotless, and you realize you can't live without these things." — Amazon customer Get a pack of 20 from Amazon for $14.95+ (also available as a pack of 100). 11. A bottle of Sunny & Honey Carpet Miracle that makes it easy to banish discoloration and get your carpet back to looking like the day it was installed. All you have to do is add the solution to water, pour it into your carpet shampooing machine, and watch the stains wash away! If you don't have a carpet shampooing machine, here's one! This stuff is from a family-run small business that specializes in cleaning products, especially ones for homes with pets! Promising review: "Worth every penny. I've bought this product so many times — now I have it on auto-ship! Saw the reviews and figured I'd give it a try. My cat likes to pee over the litter box and stained the brand new carpet. I used this in my Bissell and it took all the stain and smell out!!! I'll never use another cleaner." — Wendy Get it from Amazon for $19.99. 12. A slim shelving unit on wheels so you can maximize even the tiniest unused space in your apartment for extra storage. Promising reviews:"This was a great touch for a previously wasted space between my washer and dryer in my laundry room. It works best if it can roll straight out, but my husband secured the joints. It also allowed me space for the iron and ironing products rather than filling up my utility closet." — Wayfair Customer Get it from Wayfair for $28.88 (originally $79.99). 13. An under-bed storage bin for everything that doesn't fit in your maxed out closets and drawers, and winds up just lying around your room. It's less than 6 inches tall — perfect to slide under beds that sit low to the floor. Promising review:"This is large, and there's two! Fits perfectly under my bed and holds so much stuff. One holds my winter casual clothes and pajamas and the other holds my summer swimsuits and casual sundresses. I'm very impressed! The sides are collapsible but fit perfectly under my bed that has drawers and the bungee board, so it's pretty tight under there but they fit perfectly. I emptied several totes and organized my closet. 👍🏻👍🏻 Definitely recommend." — Houston Get two bins from Amazon for $12.97+ (available in three colors, two styles, and sets of four). 14. A mold and mildew removing gel to banish that gross buildup we'd rather not think about or spend too long dealing with. Just apply the gel, let it sit for six hours (out of sight, out of mind), and simply wipe away! Promising review:" I was embarrassed about our tubs because the people we bought our house from didn't caulk or seal them properly and this resulted in mildew buildup. I tried EVERYTHING until I saw this on TikTok, I believe — MIRACLE FREAKING WORKER. I will be buying more." — Brooklyn Nguyen Get it from Amazon for $14.99. 15. A reusable pet hair remover for anyone who can never seem to get all of their pet's fur off of their clothes and furniture. Just roll it over your fuzz-covered item of choice, and watch it lift the fur RIGHT OFF. Then simply dump out and reuse — no more annoying sticky papers like other lint rollers! Promising review:" If I could give this product 6 stars, I would. My husband and I use it almost every day. We have three furry dogs and six fluffy cats, which makes for A LOT of hair. We were using a lint roller before we bought our ChomChom Roller. The lint roller didn't work very well and had to be replaced. We have had our ChomChom Roller for months and it still works just as well as it did when we first got it. We can actually invite our friends over now without worrying about all the pet hair." — Morgan Willis Get it from Amazon for $23.99 + (available in four colors). 16. *And* a FURemover squeegee broom reviewers say attracts hair like a magnet, making cleaning *much* faster. All that fur and fuzz hiding deep in your carpet is no match for this thing, and while pet hair is the focus, it'll do an impressive job cleaning up water, dirt, and dust too. Promising review:"I decided to take a chance on this broom and I am so happy I did. It takes some elbow grease but it gets the fur off the area rug in my living room. Not only is it great for getting the fur off rugs, but it's also even better on the hard floors. My regular broom catches some of the hair (which I then have to clean off by hand) but much of it just swirls away in the breeze the sweeping creates. This broom actually collects even the tiny stray hairs and deposits them in the dust pile without me having to get my hands dirty (literally)." — Sarah R. Get it from Amazon for $19.74 (available in different styles and with accessories). 17. An "Angry Mama" microwave cleaner — it'll loosen those splatters and stains so all you have to do is wipe them clean. Just add water and vinegar, and place this gadget in the microwave for five to eight minutes on high heat. Afterward, wipe off with a sponge, rag or napkin, and all the grime will come right off! 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 detailed 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 $8.49+ (available in four colors). 18. A mounted organizer you can use to hang brooms, mops, ironing boards, and more. Now you can free up some much needed floor space for all of the *other* things that need storing. Promising review:"Love this broom/mop holder. So nice to save space and stay organized. Holds them so firm and flat to wall. Also has hooks that fold out as needed. I recommend this to anyone looking for space-saving storage!" — Jaclyn Get it from Amazon for $16.97+ (available in four colors and a pack of two). 19. A cable organizer box because, let's face it, piles of tangled cords are not very aesthetically pleasing, and you didn't put effort into making your room cute only to have it marred by your quenchless thirst for electricity. Plus, now your kids and/or pets won't decide those cords are their new favorite dangerous toys. Promising review:"I'm so happy with this organizer box. I can't stand a heap of tangled cords going every which way. I've got two AC adapter boxes in there. Also in the box is a small power supply, the cord for the iMac I use, and a long USB cord plugged into my charging station. It's awesome." — Ben W Get it from Amazon for $36.99+ (available in three colors/styles). 20. A toilet wand cleaning system with a disposable head (and six refills) preloaded with Clorox so cleaning is a breeze. Just swish, swirl, and scrub as needed with the hexagon-shaped sponge head designed to hit those tough-to-reach places, then pop it off and toss it when you're done! Your toilet will be sparkling and smelling fresh in record time. Includes a wand, storage caddy, and six disinfecting wand head refills. Promising review:"So, we have a toilet that belongs to the cats. We don't use it, we don't look at it, we like to pretend it does not exist. Even with semi-regular flushing, cat waste is pretty nasty stuff and built up quickly in the bowl. One of these wands cleaned it up in a single session! Before and after pic attached." — Whitney Get it from Amazon for $20.86. 21. A two-tiered slide-out storage basket to upgrade any cabinet that needs some assistance with not just one, but TWO layers of storage. Plus, the baskets include dividers to keep things extra organized! Amazon Promising review:" This was perfect for organizing under my bathroom cabinet. I used one each for facial and dental, hair, makeup, and 'medicine cabinet' type randomness including sanitary care. I just pull a whole bin out for whatever I'm doing and put it back when I finish. Bye-bye countertop clutter and under cabinet disaster area." — Tee H. Get it from Amazon for $22.99 (available in clear, frosted, blue, and with dividers). 22. A set of legging organizing hangers in case your collection has simply spiraled out of control. Now, you can store up to ten pairs of leggings neatly on one hanger, saving space in your closet and making it way easier to find the ones you're looking for when you need them. Each hanger holds 10 pairs of leggings. Promising review:"Yes...I have too many clothes. I LOVE my leggings. These saved me soooo much room! Now I have much more space, AND I can see them all easier." — Larry Seymour Get a pack of two from Amazon for $15.99 (available in three colors and a pack of one or four). 23. A super-long extendable duster so you can stop neglecting cleaning your ceiling fans as well as other hard-to-reach spots like vents and under your furniture. This'll make it easy peasy! Promising review:"I love my new duster. The ability to extend the pole makes it easy to clean the ceiling fan blades, chandeliers, and the AC vents. Because it's so lightweight it makes reaching very easy." — Linette Leadon Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in three styles). 24. Some seriously strong, plant-based Better Life tile and tub cleaner — it'll leave your tub, tile, grout, fixtures, sinks, toilet seats, and even shower walls, doors, and curtains looking brand new. Just spray, let it sit for 15 minutes, and when you come back, the soap scum, mold, mildew, rust, and hard-water stains will easily wipe right off! Promising review:"I have an old shower/bathtub. I tried name-brand shower cleaners and bleach to try to clean the soap scum off the tiles and tub. I had no luck, and I would cough and get sick because of how strong the smell was. I thought I would try this to save my lungs. I sprayed my entire shower and left it for about 15 minutes. I came back and rinsed off the walls, and they were shiny! I've never had such a clean shower. The smell is amazing and subtle. All I smell is tea tree, and it didn't affect me at all. The price is also a good deal since the bottle is pretty large. It came with a separate sprayer and the bottle sealed so it wouldn't leak in the box. I highly recommend this." — Amber Erwin Get a pack of two from Amazon for $22.47. 25. A Shoe Slotz space saver designed to *double* the amount of shoes you can store by neatly stacking each pair of shoes on top of each other — without getting all squished! Sally Elshorafa / BuzzFeed, Amazon Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping editor Sally Elshorafa has to say about this handy organization unit: " This product SAVED MY SHOES! I have an awkward set of built-in shelves in my closet, and it was the only place I wanted to put my shoes. As you can see from the before pic (above), it was a big mess; my shoes were piled on top of each other and getting really dirty. Traditional shoe caddies or boxes didn't really work because there's not much horizontal space, so I tried the Shoe Slotz. It fixed the problem perfectly! Because the design smartly stacks one shoe on top of the other, you save 50% of the space you'd normally use to store your shoes." Promising review:"These things are genius. I had my closet redone and asked for the back wall to have cubbies so I can easily display my shoes, but I either underestimated the number of shoes I have or overestimated the space that was in the closet and I couldn't display them all. I bought a few packs of these and now I have extra space. I guess I'll have to go out and buy more shoes now!" — Hercules Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $29.99 (also available as a pack of 20 or 40). 26. A bottle of Leather Honey that'll quickly and gently remove dirt, oil, tough stains, and other grime from leather *and* faux-leather goods, so you can get your furniture back to looking nice and spiffy!! Just grab a bottle of this stuff and a scrubbing brush to get started. It also works great for cleaning leather handbags, shoes, jackets, and more! Promising review:"This cleaner really does only require a small amount to clean the leather. The small bottle at first had me thinking I was going to end up having to buy three bottles before it was all said and done, but that wasn't the case surprisingly. Follow the directions exactly and it works beautifully. I do suggest conditioning after the cleaning as leather does need moisture to retain its beauty. The leather cleaner is an excellent product and don't be afraid of the small bottle, a little goes a long way. 10 out of 10 will buy again and recommend." — Dorothy I. Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in three sizes). 27. A super satisfying-to-use electric pressure washer in case you need a little extra power at your disposal when it comes to cleaning layers of grime and discoloration off of your deck, patio, car, driveway, fence, boat, and more. Promising review:"Power washer was delivered Monday, it's Wednesday and I have washed two cars, cleaned driveway and sidewalks, cleaned back fence, and the work keeps piling up; everything I see now needs to be cleaned! This little dude does not back down; plenty of power and it's surprisingly not too loud. Soap dispensers work great, and the tips are easy to change." — MAR Get it from Amazon for $199. 28. A four-tiered storage shelf – it's ideal for placing over the top of your toilet! Plus, it holds a lot, so you can neatly store all your bathroom essentials without taking up too much of your precious floor or cabinet space. Promising review:"Great storage capacity. Bought for my son in his new apartment. Very little storage space in the vanity and no shelves on the wall. This gave him a huge amount of storage space for his clean towels and toiletries." — Judkinfo Get it from Amazon for $33.04. 29. A hard water remover that'll remove the cloudy film from your once-clear glass surfaces. Promising review:"When we moved into our new place the shower doors looked like they had never been cleaned before. I tried at least 10 different products and methods to remove the hard-water spots but nothing even made a dent. Bioclean, however, was like a magic eraser! I scrubbed each door for about 10 minutes and it was incredible! I've never written a cleaning product review before but this one is worth every penny." — Shane B Get it from Amazon for $19.77. 30. An over-the-cabinet storage shelf capable of maximizing the amount of stuff one lil' cubby can hold. It's ideal for cutting boards, wax paper boxes, and more! Promising review:"This organizer is so useful! I recently moved and ended up with a much smaller kitchen, so I've been doing everything I can to make sure there's a place for everything and no wasted space. Luckily, I have pretty wide cabinets, so this works out perfectly. I have one holding my cutting boards (four standard plastic boards) and another holding my foil, cling wrap, and parchment paper boxes. The organizer is super easy to assemble and it's completely versatile — hang it over the cabinet door or attach it to the wall/cabinet door, which means it's great for renters and owners." — Kerry Get it from Amazon for $17.97 (also available in a two-pack). 31. And a hair tools holder to keep your brushes, electronics, and other tools from taking over your already limited surface space and STRESSING YOU OUT while you're just trying to get ready. Amazon Promising review:"This is the best thing I have purchased from Amazon! It is holding two brushes, a blow-dryer, and four other heating tools! Best used with a blow dryer that has a retractable cord." — katie Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in two finishes and sizes). 32. A jetted bathtub cleaner — it can get rid of the grime from the inside of your jetted bathtub, Jacuzzi, or whirlpool in just *15 minutes* with basically no effort required on your end! Now you can actually enjoy using your tub instead of feeling like you're cooking in a bacteria soup. Just fill up the bath, add a quarter of the bottle, wait 15 minutes for it to clean all the gross residue, then drain the tub! Each bottle cleans about four times, and it's septic safe. Check it out in action (and some very gross results) in this TikTok! Oh Yuk is a small, family-owned business based in Minnesota that specializes in PhD chemist-formulated cleaning products for home appliances, from dishwashers and washing machines to hot tubs and jetted bathtubs. Promising review:"I wish I could give this stuff 10 stars. I've been using my jetted tub daily for almost two years. Never seen any sign of issues with gunk in the pipes, but I thought I'd give this stuff a try as part of my spring cleaning. OH. MY. WORD. I followed the directions on the website, not the bottle because the bottle directions are for maintenance and not the initial clean. For the initial clean I filled the tub, turned on the jets and added 6 ounces of Oh Yuk. Ran it for about an hour. It got pretty sudsy but not too bad. When I came to check, I found this slimy green grossness around the tub. So disgusting!!!!! I am going to run this monthly and will be buying the gallon next time because I never want to be without this stuff." — Elizabeth Get it from Amazon for $18.73+ (available in two sizes and a pack of two). 33. A Baseboard Buddy, which is a four-foot extendable cleaning tool perfect for reaching those spots that would otherwise require a ladder or you kneeling uncomfortably on the floor. Now you can stop putting off cleaning your baseboards, molding, ceiling fans, grates, and other tough spots, and finally make any room look truly spotless. The kit comes with one Baseboard Buddy and three reusable pads which can be used wet or dry. Promising review:" Buy it NOW. Honestly, I had huge reservations for this thing. Yet another miracle cleaning tool that will break or bend or something. I was so wrong. It was easy to put together and I sprayed it with Mean Green and went to the baseboards. No more kneeling and no broken back. This thing is amazing. It is durable and the pad is super absorbent. I am so happy. I can't wait to do the rest of the house!" — artgirl Get it from Amazon for $24.99. 34. A fast-acting carpet-spot-removing spray to remove those stains you thought would never ever come out. Messes from pets, wine, dirt, coffee, oil, and more are no match for this stuff! Promising review:"This stuff is AMAZING! I was a little skeptical, because I have some carpet stains I've let sit for a while because I didn't have any cleaner at the time of the accident. The accidents have included coffee spills and poorly cleaned cat barf stains. I ordered this because I didn't want to spend the money on a carpet cleaning service, plus you have to be out of your house for too long. This stuff was INCREDIBLE. You just spray a concentrated amount and then scrub the stain away. It worked in every single stain I had and was super quick and easy. 100% recommend if you need a good spot cleaner!" — Kimberly Get it from Amazon for $6.88+ (available in two sizes and multipacks). 35. An overhead garage storage rack so you can keep way more stuff in your garage and still be able to fit your car in there. Amazon Promising review:"Very nice and sturdy. Not difficult to install, but it is time consuming. Someone wrote they installed it in 40 minutes. That's just not true (unless you have four people). It takes at least two to three hours as there are about 60 sets of bolts and nuts, plus the time it takes to measure, mark, find studs, and drive the anchors (all above your head on a ladder). Yet, the work pays off. The instructions are fairly easy to follow and well-illustrated, and the final product is sturdy and looks sharp. I put approximately 400 lbs. of weight on it and it seems to be holding very well with no sagging. It says it can hold up to 600 lbs., which seems about right. I would highly recommend this product." — ChadL Get it from Amazon for $137.99+ (available in three colors and packs of one or two). 36. A pack of Command hooks because they make it easy to use your walls to reduce clutter! They're strong enough to hold a wide variety of items and require *no tools* to install. Plus, you can move or remove them whenever you want without leaving behind any damage or annoying sticky residue. Promising review:"Absolutely love these! I have bought them three times already on Amazon. I have been trying to organize my kitchen utensils. I have minimal counter space and ceramic tile walls behind my counter. I am unable to risk drilling into the tile or to the underside of my cabinets. These sticky hooks are perfect!! They adhere to the tile AND to the wood laminate of my upper cabinets. They also are great on the painted wall and the bumpy side of my refrigerator. I started using these around March of 2020 and I have not had a single one fall down. I have various sizes of kitchen utensils and items hanging from them." — Tigerakp Get a pack of 16 from Amazon for $11.51 (also as a pack of 28). 37. And finally, a cube storage organizer you can arrange into whatever style works best for your space. Put them on the floor of your closet or on a top shelf, stack them up like a freestanding shelving unit, and rearrange whenever needed! Promising review:"I put these in my closet to make extra shelves for sweaters/sweatshirts. They were easy to assemble and worked great at adding additional space to my closet. I like that my clothes don't topple over into the pile next to them anymore. They were easy to put together, and if I move they will be easy to take apart, put in a small box and move. I'm very happy with this purchase." — Goldensummerdog Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in five colors and two sizes). Some reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
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I Know It Sounds Extreme, But These 42 Kitchen Products Are Actual ~Lifesavers~
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. Shopping · These products will take you from kitchen klutz to culinary master. 1. A cute lil' mini rice cooker that is designed to get you perfect, hot rice — aka the most versatile dish base ever — in less than 20 minutes! Reviewers rave about how consistent the end results are, so never end up burning your rice and having to make that emergency Thai food order ever again🤷♀️. Plus, it's got PFOA-free nonstick coating, makes up to two cups of rice, and includes a rice measuring cup, serving spatula, and recipe book. Promising reviews:"I love this rice cooker. I've used it a dozen times. It cooks rice so fast. I use the small cup they provide, fill the rice to the top, and then add two of the same small cups of water. Hit the cook button and go on to do other things. When it's done it's on warm. I don't add any butter or salt, the rice is cooked perfectly. The pot is nonstick, so very easy to clean up. Highly recommend." — DRG Get it from Amazon for $21.95+ (available in five colors). 2. A foaming garbage disposal cleaner to deep clean and deodorize your garbage disposal and pipes that have probably gone a little too long without your attention 😬. It removes hidden bacteria, leaves a lemon fresh scent, and can even help extend the life of your disposal! 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 House Get a four-pack from Amazon for $3.78+ (available in multi-packs). 3. A large Cuisinart food processor that will amaze you with how effortlessly it chops, slices, and shreds all kinds of ingredients — especially if you always dread the amount of time it'll take to prep your meal. With this, you'll be dippin' into that salsa in no time flat. If you're wondering whether it's worth shelling out money for this, keep in mind it has a whopping 14-cup capacity, so if you really hate chopping vegetables, this will hold a garden's worth. It also includes a spatula, instruction manual, and recipe booklet. Promising review: "This food processor is a beast! Forget wasting time chopping and dicing. You can even put cheese in here. I'm glad I got the large. I cook a lot and it really has helped me save time while making dinner. It's expensive, but totally worth it. I'm buying another for my parents!" — Tori Powell Get it from Amazon for $249.95+ (available in 9 colors). 4. A miraculous veggie chopper with four interchangeable blades that slice and chop your fruits and veggies for you. It cuts down your food prep time by a LOT, making it a huge relief for when you have guests coming over and you didn't know making stir fry could take that long. Amazon Promising review:"Makes life so much easier. I can't imagine chopping onions or bell peppers by hand anymore, and it does so much more. We used to have a Prepworks chopper that was a similar idea, but you had to press so hard to chop, and it broke after not too long. This one requires very little effort to cut through the food and it has a generous container." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $24.97+ (clip the $5 off coupon on the product page to get this price; available in four colors). 5. A pack of oven liners made of nonstick material that'll prevent your dinner's overflow from creating a sticky, frustrating mess on the floor of your oven. This way, you can just remove the liner at the end of the night to rinse it off instead of having to get on your knees and scrub your oven clean. Amazon 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 (available in two sizes). 6. A handheld milk frother if you spend so much money at Starbucks, the baristas are starting to learn your name 😬 This lets your curate your own rich, creamy foam in seconds so that you can enjoy caramel macchiatos and other foamy cups of joy from the comfort of your own home (and with probably twice the amount of money in your bank account than usual). Promising review:" Best frother that I've ever comfortable to use and powerful, too. Got this to replace another branded one that zonked out on me after only a couple of months. Love love this frother. I use it to 'blend' my morning coffee with coconut oil. This frother is more powerful than my last. The stand is a nice little bonus to keep the frother off the table and from rolling off the counter. The handle is very comfortable to hold. The back (if the label is facing you), has an index finger rest. I highly recommend this frother." — N Duong Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in 20 styles). 7. A charming macrame produce hammock to store your colorful fruits up and off of your prep space so that you're no longer confined to one corner of your counter space when dicing up your tomatoes. TBH, who wouldn't want something that works as both a space-saver and a lovely home decor piece? Knapp's Knots / Etsy San Diego-based small biz Knapp's Knots is pretty much any macrame lover's dream — in addition to their popular produce baskets, they make beautiful shelves, plant hangers, and wall decor. Promising review:"I hated having a pile of fruit on my countertops. Bowls and baskets were always too big or small and taking up precious counter space. This is the perfect, cute and functional solution! I was able to screw in the hooks by hand — quick and easy installation." — Taylormschulte Get it from Knapp's Knots on Etsy for $28.90+ (available in two sizes and 11 colors). 8. A dishwasher magnet that you'll want if you've ever experienced the horror of watching your roommate put dirty dishes into a clean dishwasher. Easily switch this little gadget to "clean" or "dirty" so that everyone in the household is in the loop, and no one has to get the ~bombastic side eye~. Promising review:"What took them so long?? Every household should have one of these. Does your partner point to the dishwasher and ask you, "Hey, are these good?" Mine did, almost daily. Not anymore, though! A breeze to install (our dishwasher is magnetic, but I'm really glad it came with adhesive pads — someday when we move, if we need them we have them!), and even though I bought it (mostly) as a joke, I use the heck out of it. Slides easily when it needs to." — Andrea Braun Get it from Amazon for $5.99+ (available in six styles). 9. And a pack of dishwasher cleaning tablets you'll appreciate because they power away the limescale and mineral buildup that you can't see in your dishwasher, which probably ends up on your dishes (yikes). It'll replace those rancid odors with a subtle, lemony scent and return your dishwasher to its squeaky clean state. 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 reviews: "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 "Just get them. Changed the way my 20-year-old dishwasher works. Much cleaner dishes and the interior is like new. First time you use it, run it empty with just the cleaner. I didn't realize how much mold and ickiness it got out of my machine." — drpicard Get a pack of six tablets from Amazon for $8.99. 10. An instant-read thermometer that'll act as your little helper to keep you from ending up with a drier-than-the-desert cake. Use it with meats and other desserts as well so that they're baked to *chef's kiss* perfection. Britt: I sincerely hope you'll never have to suffer through a burnt steak ever again (the same goes for anything that's too raw as well), and using an instant-read thermometer is the best way to monitor the cooking process along the way and ensure your food is at its safest — and most delicious — temperature. This one might not be quite as durable as the pricier options on the market, but it's much more affordable and will cover any basic cooking needs — just don't leave it in the oven, like one reviewer did! Promising review:"I like to make jam, and since moving to Denver I've had trouble accurately adjusting my recipes for the altitude. Things were coming out too soft (but still delicious!). This was a small investment that is making all the difference; I just cook to temperature now rather than time. I've made several batches and it is accurate, cleans up easily, and is sturdy and easy to use." — Jen P Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in two colors). 11. A nonstick microwave pasta cooker so that you don't have to subject yourself to the patience it takes to wait around for water to boil. This cooker will satisfy your spaghetti craving in just 12–13 minutes! You'll be slurpin' up those yummy noodles like you're in Lady and the Tramp in no time. It also doubles as a strainer, and you can use the holes in the lid to portion out long pastas. Promising review:"I love pasta, but I hate *making* pasta. Too many pots, pans, strainer, cleanup, etc. Forget it. And after a long day at work when I am craving pasta, all I want to do is eat right away. This pasta cooker cooked pasta better than I have ever cooked pasta in my life. I am Italian, so as you can imagine I have eaten (and made myself) a LOT of pasta. This product is a game changer. It was extremely easy to use, cooked quickly, and it came out PERFECTLY. Not over cooked, a little al dente, but not firm. Perfection. Now I have no excuse not to cook pasta for myself (and my husband) practically every day. BUY THIS. It will change your life." — Hope Lanza Get it from Amazon for $17.95. 12. An Oxo corn peeler, because the main downside to the joy that is eating corn is having to those annoying threads out from your teeth. With this, you can easily slide those kernels off, which is much easier (and much safer!) than trying to use a knife and risk losing a finger. Promising review:"I didn't have high expectations for this corn cob peeler, but saw the good reviews so thought I would give it a chance. I am amazed. I can peel an ear of corn in seconds. As a child, I remember how my mom would peel off the corn and freeze it for year round corn. She would work her fingers to the bone. How great this would be for people who can or freeze corn. I noticed the blade is razor sharp, so I am being very careful with cleaning and storage. Highly recommended!" — Flossygirl Get it from Amazon for $9.99. 13. A plant-based stainless steel cleaner for anyone who misses that beautiful, shiny reflection that their stainless steel appliances used to give off. It uses a blend of natural coconut oil to polish and remove streaks, smudges, and residue. It also leaves a protective barrier so that your surfaces stay cleaner for longer. Need I say more? Promising review:"The stainless-steel appliances in our rental were so stained and smudged. Regular cleaners didn't work. I saw this product recommended on TikTok and immediately looked it up on Amazon. The reviews were good and price was right, but what won me over was the plant-based ingredient list and lavender scent. I used the product the day it arrived in the mail. Worked like a charm! Easy-to-use spray, microfiber cloth included. So now my stainless-steel appliances look shiny and my kitchen smells amazing! Highly recommend." — diana, diana, diana Get it from Amazon for $19.95+ (available in two sizes and as a pack of two). 14. A pack of Baker's Joy no-stick baking spray if you're tired of sharing your signature homemade brownies with your pan. This spray uses flour and oil to ensure that your dessert slides right off and keeps its perfect shape. Plus, easy prep = easy cleanup! Britt:"My grandmother's copper Bundt cake pan is one of my most prized possessions, but let me tell you — the first cake I attempted to make in it was nothing short of a disaster. I'd thoroughly greased the pan, so when it came time to flip my cake out, I figured it would be smooth sailing. Cut to: The bottom two-thirds of the cake slipped out easily, while the top stayed stubbornly fixed to the inside of the pan. A baker's nightmare. I'd heard of Baker's Joy, but until that moment, I'd thought of it as "cheating." HOWEVER, I quickly got over myself and bought a can, and the next Bundt I made effortlessly glided out of the pan without me even having to do so much as tap on it (see photo above!). Let's just say Baker's Joy now has a permanent place in my pantry." Promising review:"I was ready to throw out my Bundt pans when someone recommended this to ease out cakes made in detailed Bundt pans. I was so excited that my gingerbread cake came out of the pan…perfectly. I tried a second time and it worked again. Hooray!!" — Rustycat2 Get a pack of two from Amazon for $17.99. 15. A Dash Safe Slice Mandoline — your fingers have been through enough near-death experiences in the kitchen. This comes with 30 slicing options that help you quickly achieve freshly cut, uniform fruits and veggies, whether you want them paper-thin or eight millimeters thick! This makes prep time so easy-breezy, I may just start cooking more (hey, I said might). You can also use it for julienne- and matchstick-dicing! Just feed your ingredients through the tube, push the lever, and your slices will come out on the other side. Promising review:"This tool is AMAZING! Like with anything, it has nooks and crannies to clean, BUT they provide a brush to clean it with. The product itself is easy to use and saved me SO much time! I just prepared a recipe that required a lot of 'chopping,' and I think this thing saved me 30 minutes! I wish I had bought it sooner!" — Craig J Get it from Amazon for $36.25+ (available in two colors). 16. A rapid egg cooker because it might just become the thing that gets you out of bed in the morning. It can make omelets, poached eggs, eggs Benedict, and scrambled, soft-, *and* hard-boiled eggs. (Six at the same time, might I add!). No need to worry about skipping out on breakfast when you've got your own personal little chef right here. Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord says:"I've owned one of these babies and have faithfully used it every week for upward of two years, and especially love it while working from home — it simplifies breakfast because I know no matter what assortment of groceries I'm working with, there are precooked eggs to add some protein to it (I like mine medium-boiled 🍳). If my dinner is boring or seems like it needs a little extra "oomph" to it, I'll throw in an egg from this too. Some reviews note that the alarm on it is a little loud, but the new models have significantly decreased the volume and sing a little song instead!" Promising review: "I saw someone on TikTok with this and gasped! Ordered it right away. I had no idea these things existed. Super easy and convenient and the hard-boiled eggs came out perfectly. I'm testing a batch now without punching a hole in the eggs to see how they come out. Because why not make an easy process even easier?!?! LOL." — Gina Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in six colors; also available in 7 eggs cooker). 17. A set of cleaning K-Cups — just what your single-serving coffee maker needs! It flushes out all of the residue that's been making your morning coffee (as if Monday mornings aren't hard enough 🙄). Pop one in and brew as if you were making your go-to hot drink, then brew again without the cup to rinse it out. Now all that's left to do is *sips coffee* ~enjoy~. Promising review:"I bought this product because the needle in my Keurig 2.0 keeps clogging, causing inconsistent brew and taste. These cleaning cups fixed both of my issues, and I especially liked that it was really quick and easy to use. I put the cleaning pod in and ran one cycle, then took the pod out and ran a rinse cycle to clean out any leftover grinds. FAST, EASY, and GREAT results… VERY HAPPY!!" — Corey West Get a pack of six from Amazon for $9.95 (also available as a 12-pack and an 18-pack). 18. And for your travel mugs, a pack of bottle cleaning tablets, because it'll give your go-to work mug a much needed refresh and remove those stubborn stains giving your morning cup of joe a funky taste. The best part? It takes almost no effort on your part! Simply fill your bottle with warm water, drop in a tablet, let it fizz for 15–30 minutes, rinse, and kiss those coffee stains good bye. Check out BuzzFeed Shopping's Bottle Bright deep dive for more info! Promising review:"Despite being diligent and rinsing my bottles out, they do tend to accumulate funky color, slight odor, etc. and generally just get gunkier over time. I heated up a pot of water, filled a few bottles, dropped one of these into each, and 15 minutes later most were sparkling clean, good as new. A few of the worst needed to be left a few hours/overnight, but in every case these pills worked magic. I also tried one just for kicks on my stainless steel lined coffee pot, over five years of daily use with filtered water, monthly descaling process, etc. but still showing browning inside, and one pill cleared all the stains away." — C Stevens Get a pack of 12 tablets from Amazon for $7.99 (also available as a 36-pack and 78-pack). 19. A patience-saving pair of herb scissors to help you achieve that Gordon Ramsay-level presentation with a fresh garnish. The best part? I'll cut to the chase. These scissors have five blades so that you no longer have to mince all those frustratingly tiny leaves by hand. It also comes with a comb to clean the leaves out from between the blades! Promising review: "I like to grow herbs and use them in salads, soups, and many other recipes. I received these herb scissors as a birthday gift, and can't believe how fast and easy it is to cut up cilantro, basil, parsley, lovage, etc. My husband tried them today too for the first time while making guacamole, and found that slicing the cilantro went very quickly. The storage case-cleaner is very efficiently designed, too. I ordered four of these sets to give as gifts." — Lucille P. Nawara Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in three colors). 20. A SinkShroom strainer if you're someone who puts off doing the dishes because you can already tell how long the sink will take to drain just by looking at it (It's me, hi, I'm the problem, it's me). This helpful little gadget will catch all those extra food bits and keep your drain clog-free without slowing the flow of water. Guess there are no more excuses to avoid doing the And when it's full, just *pop* the remnants into the trash without scraping any gunk out with your fingers. Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping editor Heather Braga says about it:"I bought this for myself (since I'm clearly a REAL adult) 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. My mom was so impressed she bought one, too. It's a serious game-changer." Promising review:"I've gone through quite a number of sink strainers in my life and ALL of them have either broken or the little pop-up part won't stay in the up position... especially when there's a couple of pots in the sink that have been soaking. It doesn't seem like a big thing, but day after day, cleaning out the sink drain, trying to get the little bugger to stay in the 'up' position, wrapping rubber bands around that pop-up thingy, only to have them become really yucky from the stuff I'm attempting to keep from going down the drain and I'd about had it! Then I find this SinkShroom. It's been about two weeks and yes, it has CHANGED MY LIFE! I keep expecting a mini mess in the morning (my kids are usually up late at night, cooking and then cleaning their mess so it's usually full in the a.m.) and there's my SinkShroom... half filled with food pieces but EASY TO EMPTY!! No yucky wet mess. Just a simple flick into the garbage can. HALLELUJAH!" — Elizabeth B. Get it from Amazon for $9.98 (also available as a two-pack and with a stopper). 21. Wilton cake strips to achieve cakes with smooth, flat layers and beautifully shaped domes that look like they belong on The Great British Bake Off. Just wet the strips, wrap them around your pans, and toss it all into the oven. You'll be fooling everyone into believing you're a pro in no time. Amazon, Promising review:"These really do work. You just soak them in ice water for a bit and put them around the pan and bake the cake, and the cakes come out much, much more level — no more dome top! After using these for the first time a year ago, I bought an extra set to have on hand for when I make multilayer cakes. You will still need to level your cake slightly, but it will be small adjustments rather than cutting off a large piece of the top. It is definitely easier to fit them to the pan BEFORE you get them wet — trying to adjust them when they are wet and cold is much more difficult. I've reused them multiple times with no issues. I highly recommend for anyone who does any basic level of cake baking/decorating." — Michelle E. Get a set of two from Amazon for $9.97 (also available as a set of six). 22. And a Wilton cake leveler if you refuse to let uneven layers be the downfall of the dessert you worked so hard to create. Use the measurement guide to adjust the blade to the height you want, glide it through your cake, and slather that yummy frosting on! It's designed for cakes that are 10 inches or smaller. Promising review:"I had never used a 'cake leveler' before, although I had tried the procedure with a knife a couple of times — with disastrous results. This a great idea! I was making a special cake for a special birthday, and I wanted the layers to be even. I baked four layers, de-panned them, and let them completely cool in the fridge for an hour (as was recommended to me). I actually baked enough layers for two cakes, just in case I had a horrible accident while leveling and needed to start over. When the moment came to level, I approached the cake with some trepidation, but I needn't have worried. The leveler sliced easily through each layer, with no tearing and no crumbling, and gave me perfectly flat tops. I ended up with two nearly perfect cakes. The trick is to be firm, but not rushed. A gentle sawing action did the trick. I will definitely be using this item a lot. My cakes finally look more like those made by the pros! Love it." — Dr H Get it from Amazon for $14.78. 23. A 2-in-1 garlic press that lets you mince two cloves instead of one and comes with a silicone tube to peel them without having to get those potent juices on your hands (and potentially in your eyes!). Just cut off the hard part of the bottom of the garlic, put it in the tube, roll it around a bit, and out comes a perfectly intact clove. Oh, and there's also a small cleaning brush that'll make getting those little stuck-on bits out a whole lot easier. Promising review: "A garlic press??? Do you need a garlic press? The answer is YES, YES, YES!! This is a great garlic press combo set. It is made of very good, strong aluminum construction. It feels good in the hand, nice weight, and very easy to use. I have used it four or five times. It is designed with two holes, one that crushes the garlic, the second to slice the garlic. Both holes work great. The handle is nice and sturdy, easy to use. The durability factor is great. It comes with a little brush and a little cleaning tool to assist with cleaning. It makes cleaning fast and easy. It does a great job with any garlic that is stuck in the press. It does well in the dishwasher, too. I love the silicone peeler tube. I can't believe I have never used a tool to assist with peeling. I guess it is better late than never!! This is a great press, of great quality, at a great price. It works great! This garlic press has saved me so much time in prep, making cooking a little easier. I will get one for my sister. She would love this, I know I do!! Great buy!" — Dee's World Get it from Amazon for $12.99. 24. A pair of extra-long oven mitts, because let's not forget — your wrists and forearms are subject to kitchen burns too! These will cover all the most vulnerable parts of your hands and arms, so you can reach into that oven for your freshly made casserole without fear for your skin against the super hot temperature. Promising review:"There is nothing to dislike about these oven mitts. They arrived quickly and I use them every day. I've baked cookies and bread and roasted meat and veggies without a single burn, which is a first for me. These long mitts protect way up on my arms and they are very more pans slipping out of my hands because of padded cotton mitts that are too bulky to allow for a good grip. I will never use anything but these mitts, and I'm buying some for my daughter as well!" — Georgia grandma Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in four sizes and 11 colors). 25. A pie crust shield you'll be glad to have on hand when you realize it keeps those edges from getting burnt while the rest of it bakes to perfection. This is probably what Snow White used when making her signature gooseberry pie👀 It adjusts to fit pies ranging from 8–11.4 inches and is BPA-free! Promising review:"Can't live without these. You spend so much time preparing everything to make the perfect pie and then you notice that the crust is getting burnt. Argh. So you grab the aluminum foil and try not to burn your hands as you gingerly place it on the pie. This product is a game changer. It fastens into place to accommodate even little pot pies. You can put it on at the start and take it off near the end to brown the crust. No more burnt crust, I love it. I stick it in the dishwasher and it's ready for the next pie. Worth the smile you'll have on your face when you take your masterpiece out of the oven." — OH Get a set of two from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in red or green). 26. An over-the-sink dish drying rack that's especially ideal for kitchens in city apartments that could use a little (A LOT) more space. Use it to place smaller kitchen accessories or use it to since of your fruits and veggies! Promising review:"I bought this because I saw it on TikTok and I'm so glad I did! I hate having things on my counters that don't belong. I have a dishwasher but I have some things (like most everyone) that aren't dishwasher safe. I love that I can just roll this out and dry my dishes over the sink. The fact that air is able to get to all sides allows dishes like cups and bowls to actually get dry. Prior to this I was using a drying mat next to my sink, but I was always having to towel dry items that had been sitting out 'drying' for hours. Even my husband is impressed. He has told me multiple times it was such a good buy!" — Sheri Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in two colors and nine sizes). 27. A four-event timer with a multi-tasking ability that I could only dream of having. It can track up to four separate events (each with its own distinct alarm!), has a magnet to stick to the fridge, and has a whiteboard so you can write down which dish is assigned to each timer. Come Thanksgiving, you'll have your guests thinking you secretly have eight arms with how perfectly cooked every single dish is. PS: It's magnetic, so just stick it on your fridge! Promising review:"This is SO handy! I was thinking of it, particularly for Thanksgiving, but have already used it for multiple cooking times. Takes a little practice setting, but once you do it a couple of times, it's easy. Nice loud alarm. Does not shut off until you shut it off." — shopping genie Get it from Amazon for $9.99. 28. A jar of Fly By Jing Sichuan Chili Crisp for those nights when you get home from work and you're in the mood for a flavorful meal but you are not in the mood to cook it. No need — just add this tasty condiment to your instant cup o' noodles and it'll give it just the right amount of spice, making your quick dinner go from basic to elaborate just like that. Fly By Jing is an Asian woman-owned small business that makes sauces, seasonings, and dumplings featuring flavors from Sichuan. Britt: "Ever since my sister introduced me to this life-changing condiment, I've slathered it on pretty much everything I could think of — from roasted vegetables and noodles to seafood and popcorn. It's got a kick, yes, and while I'm a big fan of spicy food, the thing I love most about this chili crisp is that it also has great flavor that doesn't get overpowered by the heat, which happens with so many other spicy sauces. That deep savory flavor comes from ingredients like fermented black bean, shallots, mushroom powder, ginger, and seaweed, so it's no wonder it's become my go-to pantry staple when I want to zhuzh up my dinner in a matter of seconds. PS: Some people even swear by it as an ice cream topping!" Get it from Amazon for $9.98 or from Fly By Jing for $15. 29. An adjustable measuring spoon if you have a kitchen drawer that accommodates approximately five utensils. This combines five spoons into one so that you don't spend half the time it takes for you to make your banana nut bread looking for your measuring utensils. All you gotta do is drag the slider to your desired amount and you're good to go! Promising review:"I really like that I can use just one tool to measure whatever I need by adjusting the spoon size. I cook and bake frequently and this has been so convenient to use. I no longer have to worry about finding a specific spoon size and this takes up less room, which is key since I have limited storage space." — Amber O Get it from Amazon for $22.76. 30. An oh-so-helpful corer so that your fingers are no longer at the mercy of a knife when trying to precariously prep your apple. It's also suuuper satisfying to use. Pro tip: core the apple, slice it into horizontal pieces, and slather some peanut butter on it for an effortless, yummy midday snack! It's so much more efficient than using a knife, and once you've removed the core, the blades open up for simple disposal. Promising review:"This thing is great. Very sturdy. Works amazingly well. I bought this because I had 1 1/2 bushels of apples I needed to core to make apple butter. Did the job in no time at all with this gadget. Much less waste than cutting around the core and in more than 99% of the apples, it removed the entire core and seeds without me having to do touch-ups with a paring knife. I highly recommend this tool and will be buying more of them to give as gifts for friends who enjoy the culinary arts." — James Miller Get it from Amazon for $7.98+ (available in 13 colors). 31. And an Oxo 3-in-1 avocado tool because it'll guac your world (🤭). It safely splits, pits, and slices your avocados so that you can stop faking that confidence when grabbing a knife to cut it in half (even though you know that seed in the middle is out for blood). Promising review:"I love avocados, but I hardly ever buy them because they're so inconvenient to deal with. This tool ABSOLUTELY changes that. I knew I was getting something that would make it a little easier to pit and slice my avocado, but I had no idea HOW MUCH EASIER it would be. This thing is amazing!" — Edianter Get it from Amazon for $9.98. 32. A silicone baking mat that'll spare you so much money (and so many trees!) because it'll let you kiss that flimsy parchment paper goodbye. This mat is bigger and thicker than your average one to accommodate more pastries and is made of non-stick material that helps reduce residue, making it super easy to clean. You can also use it as a sturdy surface to knead your dough! If you're sick of your cookies (or anything you cook) getting stuck to your baking sheet, consider this ingenious product your new best friend. Its slick, nonstick surface allows foods to glide right off (yes, really!) without any mess, and if you're a lazy baker (like me) who doesn't want to get the tape measure out, there's a convenient measurement guide on each mat in case you want to be extra precise. Promising review:"I like everything about these baking mats. They are great in the oven and really cut down on cleanup for cookie sheets and baking pans. I bought some more to put in my refrigerator. Cleaning is a breeze. I just take them out, wipe them down with vinegar and water, and rinse them off. I let them dry in the dish drainer whilst I wipe down the fridge. And they provide an added bonus of keeping the glass shelves from getting all scratched up." — pauwau Get it from Amazon for $10.19+ (available in three sizes). 33. A KitchenAid immersion blender here to save the day and keep you from having to pour hot liquids into a blender and risk burning yourself. It speedily dissolves any chunks in your homemade tomato soup so that it has that velvety, creamy texture without ever having to transfer it from the pot! Britt Ross / BuzzFeed, Britt: I own the blue immersion blender, and as someone who's just 5 feet tall and has practically zero upper body strength, I find that it's been a total game changer. Now, whenever I want a smooth sauce or silky soup, all I have to do is stick this bad boy into the pot, press a button, and presto! No more having to muster up all my strength to lift a heavy pot, and then pour hot liquid from it into a blender (I mean, disaster waiting to happen and such a poor use of time). Oh, and it's SO easy to clean, plus the pretty blue hue makes me happy every time I use it! Promising review:"Best immersion blender I've used! This thing is so powerful! Smoothly blended my roasted butternut squash, onion, and celery to make a bisque. I love the pan guard so I can blend right in the pot and it doesn't scratch. It was very easy to use and clean. Highly recommend." — Annabelle Get it from Amazon for $54.95+ (available in 11 colors and in a bundle with accessories). 34. A total lifesaver, an Oxo fat separator with a stopper that keeps all of your gravy's glorious flavor in and that unwanted fat out as you pour the juices over it. Gone are the days of having to take forever to skim the fat off (but I mean, who are you to correct others if they think you did this all yourself?). Amazon, Promising review:"I can't believe I spent so many years using a spoon trying to get the fat out of gravy and sauces. This separator took mere seconds to do the work!" — Marlo Casabar Get it from Amazon for $16.95+ (available in two sizes). 35. A 100% natural oven scrub for when your mom is on her way to visit and uh.. your oven has seen better days. This is made of pumice powder and essential oils that give it deep-cleaning powers free of harsh fumes while leaving a light, fresh scent. No more scrubbing frantically until your arms fall off — this'll cut through those tough stains for you. Everneat / Etsy It also comes with a metallic scrubber! Everneat is a small biz based in Fairfield, Connecticut that specializes in natural cleaning products. Promising reviews: "Love everything about this! Love the scent and the clean it provides! We could not get our oven window clean with any previous product — this did it in seconds:)" — Elizabeth Rowe "This stuff is MAGIC! One application and it took 15 years of yuck off my oven that refused to come off with other oven cleaners! The product does most of the work so you really don't have to scrub for hours. Highly recommend this stuff!" — Traci Hutchinson Get it from Everneat on Etsy for $20 (available in three scents) or from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in 14 styles). 36. A set of food storage containers with labels so that you never again confuse the cinnamon for the cumin powder — yikes. Plus, who doesn't enjoy a beautifully organized pantry cupboard that happens to make their everyday life easier? These containers are also air-tight so that there's nothing in there that shouldn't be in there. This epic set comes with 15 canisters and 24 labels! Promising review:"Fits and stacks not only on my counter, but in my cabinets, too! Instead of the boxes, I dump it all into the containers and label them. Gives me more space in my cabinet. Great buy!" — Doreem Get a set of 15 from Amazon for $26.99+ (clip the $2 off coupon on the product page to get this price; available in three colors). 37. A hands-free electric can opener, because idk about you, but I'm a little too uncoordinated to be hand cranking those cans open every time I get the motivation to meal prep. This does it for you and leaves a smooth edge to avoid cuts! Don't forget the AA batteries! Promising reviews: " Life changing!!! I open dog food cans daily and pumpkin cans to mix with the dog food. My old hands couldn't take it anymore! This little gadget does it ALL! Set it on top of the can, push the button, and walk away!! AND! NO SHARP EDGES!!" — Tammy Richardson "Such an easy way to open cans. This will reduce my cooking time! I would shy away from cans at grocery stores because I had such a hard time using my mechanical can opener. They were risky and left sharp edges that could hurt anyone. This can opener is a godsend. It comes with an instruction manual that clearly shows how to use it. It's super simple. I got it out of the box, inserted four AA batteries, and it was good to go. This is very user-friendly, no sharp edges, and gives a clean cut. I love love love it. To everyone who is thinking about getting one, it's a little more expensive than the manual ones, but well worth it. It will save your hands!" — liberty Get it from Amazon for $29.99. 38. An Angry Mama microwave cleaner — this mom actually cleans for you instead of being angry that you didn't clean. Just fill with vinegar and water, heat in the microwave for about seven minutes, and admire how easily those gross, crusty food remnants wipe right off ~without~ the need for any hard scrubbing while crouched in that tiny space. 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 $8.49+ (available in four colors). 39. A four-tier kitchen organizer for those teeny tiny gaps in your kitchen that you thought had no use but to collect dust. Use this to store all your most-used spices and easily slide it in and out of its space, instead of cramming them all together and having them plan a sneak attack on you as you open the cabinet doors. It's perfect for things like condiments, baking ingredients, and canned goods, though many reviewers use this for their bathrooms and laundry spaces, too! Promising review: "This is pretty fantastic. I had the exact amount of space needed to put this little pantry between my refrigerator and cabinets. It was easy to install and holds quite a lot of stuff. I put about 24 bottles of water and juice and some cereal and I still had space. Highly recommend it for small spaces." — SIMARA Get it from Amazon for $24.97. 40. A pair of cut-resistant gloves, so that your fingies no longer have to fear for their life when you reach for that knife. Throw these on and you'll be choppin' up those fruits and veggies with more confidence, whether you're a beginner or a pro! Amazon Promising review:"I bought the gloves because I had two nasty cuts in quick succession from a cheese grater. Anyone who has had injuries to their fingers knows how difficult it is to continue to do everyday activities and meal preparation while still protecting your wound. I received the gloves quickly after my order and pressed them into use immediately that evening. I am most impressed. My fingers/hands were protected from my very sharp grater and knife while I prepared dinner. I bought two pairs, one to keep and one to give as a gift. I am now going to buy a third pair in a larger size for a friend who also likes to cook but suffers from occasional run-ins with mandolines, graters, and knives. Great product!" — O'Hare Psst — check out BuzzFeed's NoCry Cut Resistant Gloves deep dive for more deets. Get it from Amazon for $13.49+ (available in sizes XS–XL, three styles, and four colors). 41. A genius scrap collector that hooks right over a cabinet door or drawer so that you can easily dispose of all the leftover bits of food in your prep area without having to cradle them in your hands and run them over to the trashcan. What did Colette from Ratatouille say? Keep your station clean! Amazon Promising review:"I love the size! I hang it from a drawer above the cabinet where the trash is located — it fits great without getting in the way of opening the trash below and helps me remember to use it for food scraps before putting in garbage in the trash. I also like that it's silicone. I was worried it would be flimsy on the countertop when performing food prep, but not all — it stands on its own holding its shape. We have problems with fruit flies so I empty it into our food scraps bag in the freezer frequently, but I also find adding coffee grounds keeps food odors at bay. Ordering another one of these for our lake cabin and would definitely recommend to others!" — MalshiMama Get it from Amazon for $17.24. 42. And last but not least, an ultra-cushiony nonslip kitchen mat because your legs and feet deserve some lovin' too! If you can't stand feeling like you have to sit down every five minutes throughout your food prep time, place this in your kitchen area for that extra support and comfort to make standing for long periods much comfier. Amazon, Believe it or not, comfortable kitchen mats can cost way more than you'd think, but this affordable version has thousands of great reviews. It's waterproof, has a nonslip bottom, and is super easy to clean. Promising review:"For over a year, we've been cooking more meals in our kitchen, and the tile floor is very hard on our legs when you are just standing by the sink washing and prepping foods, not to mention washing dishes, etc. This kitchen mat relieves leg fatigue. So much so, no one is complaining about it anymore. Really such a good value compared to all the other more expensive alternatives. My only advice is when you receive the mat, to put it on a flat surface and weigh the edges down for a day or two, since it has a tendency to curl up after you unpack it. Other than that, it's great." — C. Cruz Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in 12 sizes and nine colors). Reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.
