
You Can Dramatically Improve Your Home With These 60 Cheap, Genius Things
Make major changes without spending much.
It doesn’t matter if you’re on a tight budget: There are plenty of ways to dramatically improve your home while spending next to nothing. And this list is proof of this. All of the genius products here will make your spaces function or look far better — many even pull off a combination of both.
01A Nice-Looking Stovetop Cover That’s Also Protective
Not only does this silicone cover look positively sleek on your stovetop, but it also offers a layer of protection against scratches, scuffs, and other damage. Dishwasher safe, it’s simple to get clean when inevitably dirty. Three colors and two sizes can be found in the listing.
02A Wallpaper Border To Upgrade A Tired Mirror
Give an ugly mirror new life with this textured wood-grain border that sticks in place with an adhesive backing. The 27-foot roll costs less than $10. Once up, it’s water- and heat-resistant, lasting through humid conditions — like hot showers.
03Bamboo Wall Panels For A Textural Touch
Bring a natural, textured touch to your walls with these bamboo panels. The panels are lightweight and flexible for straightforward installation, and they’re durable enough to look good for the long haul. Your order comes with a 12-by-96-inch panel, and other sizes and colors can be found in the listing.
04A Bright White Marker To Freshen Up Grout Lines
Don’t endlessly scrub at your grout lines to refresh them. Simply use this grout marker to make the surface whiter and brighter with a swipe. The water-based colorant dispenses through the tip, covering up to 150 feet of thin grout. It comes in a two-pack and other colors can be found in the listing.
05Sleek Track Lighting That Doesn’t Require An Electrician
Track lighting is made DIY-friendly with this sleek pick. It goes up easily (with all installation components included), and the lights plug in to an outlet for power so you don’t have to mess with tricky electrical wiring. The dual light heads rotate horizontally and vertically for shining at almost any angle. Three-, four-, and five-light versions can be found in the listing.
06A Decorative Window Film That Also Adds Privacy
Give your windows some visual interest with this 3D film that creates a subtle rainbow hue when hit by sunlight. It goes up with static cling (no tricky tools necessary), and once in place, it offers privacy and protection against UV rays.
07Modern Cabinet Handles With A No-Drill Install
Drilling into cabinets to install hardware is quite intimidating. But these particular cabinet handles stick in place with just adhesive to avoid this — it couldn’t be easier to do. The handles are made from high-quality stainless steel with a modern black color and shape.
08Stunning Wall Sconces That Are Rechargeable
With their golden finish and hanging design, these wall sconces are seriously stunning. Install them using the included 3M adhesive — there is no electric wiring involved since they’re rechargeable — and use the remote control to tweak the color temperature, set up a timer, and more. Two other colors can be found in the listing.
09A Set Of Fridge Organization Bins With Various Sizes & Shapes
Don’t let food accidentally spoil in the back of your fridge: These plastic organizer bins ensure you don’t lose track of anything. Included in the set are six bins in various sizes and shapes, including a handy egg holder and a drink can organizer.
10Decorative Wall Trim For A Dramatic Upgrade
With its 3D scrollwork-inspired pattern, this wall trim looks positively high-end — no one would ever suspect its DIY-friendliness, held in place by an adhesive backing. The trim is flexible, durable, and simple to clean. The roll is 16.4 feet long.
11Flexible Cable Sleeves That Look Far Cleaner
Messy cords and cables? Turn to these sleeve covers to corral and conceal them. “The material is flexible, durable, and easy to cut to size, making installation quick and hassle-free. They hold the cables securely and give a clean, streamlined look to any workspace,” shared one commenter. Your order comes with two 5-foot lengths.
12Solar Lights To Brighten Your Deck Or Fence
Give your deck or fence a nice glow with these solar lights. They charge via the sun during the day, then put out a warm white hue for up to 10 hours come nighttime. The 16 lights are waterproof, lasting through inclement weather year-round.
13A Flooring Transition Strip To Cover Up A Pesky Gap
Cover the pesky gap between two floor types with this transition strip. It has an adhesive backing to stick in place, and you can use scissors to cut it to size. This is the brown wood-grain option, but there are plenty of others to consider in the listing for your specific space.
14A Stainless Steel Shower Caddy For Extra Storage
Create convenient extra storage in your shower with this stainless steel caddy. And despite the fact that it sticks in place with adhesive, the caddy is strong enough to hold up to 20 pounds of showering essentials. There are even hanging hooks for your loofah and razor.
15Minimalist Bathroom Labels For Pinterest-Level Organization
Give your bathroom Pinterest-level organization with these water-resistant minimalist labels. Included are 174 labels that cover everything from medicine to linens to makeup and practically everything else imaginable. Each one is white with simple black text for easy reading.
16A Flexible Strip Light Strand For Illumination Anywhere
Thanks to its flexible design and self-adhesive backing, you could install this strip light strand almost anywhere that needs extra illumination. Use it on shelves, under cabinets, and more. The strand is about 16 feet long with evenly spaced LEDs along it, and it can be trimmed as needed.
17A Complete Wooden Furniture Repair Kit
Wooden furniture seen better days? Before you pitch it, try fixing it. This repair kit has everything you could ever need, including eight permanent touch-up markers, eight wax crayons, and various application tools. There’s a wide range of colors in the set (like black, maple, and cherry) for a perfect match.
18A Hanging Shelf Unit To Display Greenery
Display greenery on this plant shelf that showcases a hanging design — it looks particularly special when hung from a curtain rod in front of a window. The unit boasts five wooden shelves; combined they can support up to 25 pounds.
19Vinyl Baseboard Molding To Finish Off A Room
Finish off any room with this baseboard molding. It has an adhesive backing to stick in place (so there are no screws or nails involved), and it’s flexible by design to wrap around rounded areas, too. The vinyl molding is 4 inches wide and 20 feet long for ample coverage.
20A Wooden Outdoor Path That’s Durable To The Max
Roll out this 8-foot wooden path to create a walkway to your flower beds, patio, garden, and other outdoor spots. It’s made from sycamore wood, and each slat is joined by two rows of heavy-duty rubber cords and spacers for durability. The weather-resistant finish helps with this, too. Two other lengths and a darker finish can be found in the listing.
21A Bold Couch Cover That’s Also Protective
This couch cover has a bold graphic design to give your living room some pop. But it also functions as a protective layer for your couch, shielding against spills, pet fur, and other messes. Made from chenille, it’s soft and cozy to lounge on. Lots of sizes and colors can be found in the listing.
22Wireless Lights To Illuminate Dim Stairs
Position these wireless bar lights on your stairs to make the area safer for walking, especially at night. “They are sensitive to movement, are bright, and turn off quickly when there is no movement. Great solution for my dark stairway,” confirmed one commenter who grabbed this three-pack for just $20.
23A Foam Window Strip To Keep Out Nuisances
Stop cold air, moisture, and excessive noise from sneaking into your space with this 9.83-foot window strip. It’s made from a combination of nylon and foam to seal out these nuisances, and it goes up on your window using the adhesive backing. Trim it to size with scissors.
24A Handy Rack For Brooms, Rakes & Other Tools
Brooms, rakes, mops, shovels, and other similar tools are notoriously hard to store. Luckily, this wall-mounted rack has rubber-gripped slots to hold onto the handles. There are even hanging hooks for smaller items. All in all, this pick holds up to 30 pounds.
25Moody Adhesive Wallpaper That’s Renter-Friendly
Give a wall in your room some serious pop with this peel-and-stick wallpaper that boasts a moody floral design. It goes up easily on a smooth, dry surface (so you could use it on furniture, cabinets, etc., too), and it has a matte finish that’s waterproof. The wallpaper is renter-friendly, leaving behind no residue upon removal.
26A Tap-Controllable Light Bar To Brighten Your Closet Without Wires
As if figuring out what to wear for the day isn’t already hard, a too-dim closet makes it even harder. This ultra-thin light bar sticks in place and can be turned on with a tap, giving the area a warm white glow. There’s even a timer function. It’s powered by batteries.
27Contemporary Night-Lights That Shine Up & Down
These four plug-in night-lights shine both upward and downward to bring ample illumination to the room. They’re quite contemporary with their cylindrical shape and black finish. And even with this, each one costs less than $6.
28A Tumbler Lid Holder With A Clever Design
It’s pretty much a fact that tumbler lids don’t stack well. Luckily, this storage hook is the solution for under $10. It slides onto a cabinet or shelf, and the iron hook has space for up to 10 lids. The lipped edge ensures they don’t fall off.
29Sleek Acrylic Holders To Prevent Cord Chaos
Use these clear cord clips to route your cables in the neatest way possible — this prevents tangling and an overall messy look. Each of the six clips has an acrylic adhesive backing to attach to smooth, dry surfaces, and the spring open-close mechanism is sturdy and secure.
30A Fan-Favorite Outlet Concealer With An Extension Cord
This outlet concealer boasts an incredible 46,000-plus five-star reviews with fans loving how it fully covers an outlet (for a far neater appearance). Everything can still get powered as needed — there is a 3-foot extension cord that can be hidden in a less-obvious spot.
31A Stylish Bathroom Storage Cabinet For A Steal
Add practical bathroom storage — that also looks stylish — with this narrow cabinet. The cabinet boasts open and closed-off storage areas, and the metal legs are adjustable to ensure it sits perfectly. It comes in two sizes and several colors in the listing.
32Solar Spotlights To Draw Attention To Outdoor Areas
Draw the eye to specific outdoor areas — like your landscaping or part of your home’s exterior — with these four spotlights that are powered totally by the sun. Each one has 63 built-in LEDs that shine a cool white hue. Set them to various brightness levels as needed.
33A Double-Sided Hamper To Presort Laundry
Utilize this dual-sided hamper to make laundry day go smoother. “I love how you can easily take out the laundry and dump it in the washer. Never have to separate or touch dirty laundry. Each side holds a full load,” explained one shopper.
34A Doorbell Chime Cover That’s Far Prettier To Look At
A doorbell chime can’t be removed, so you might as well make it part of your decor. And this wooden cover does just that — it fits over the chime to conceal it, and the Corinthian-style pattern paired with the white finish is way nicer on the eyes.
35A Cord-Hiding Track For Under $10
For less than $10, this cord hider will dramatically improve your cord and cable situation in areas like behind your TV. The 42-inch track conceals up to four wires, and the three included sections connect together seamlessly or can be utilized separately.
36Adhesive Flooring For A Major Refresh With Minimal Cost
Not in love with your floors? You don’t need to call in the pros for a full demolition: These peel-and-stick floor tiles will give your floor new life. They’re DIY-friendly, well priced, and long-lasting thanks to their permanent adhesive backing. Your order comes with 10 tiles that measure one square foot each.
37A Well-Designed Shoe Rack With Sloped Tiers
The sloping tiers of this shoe rack allow it to take up less room in your bedroom or closet. And even with this, there’s still space for five-plus pairs, including bulky boots and sky-high stilettos. It’s made from a combination of plastic and stainless steel for peak durability.
38A Solar Address Sign For Visitors To Spot Your House
Ensure your house is visible for delivery drivers and visitors thanks to this customizable house number sign that lights up. It’s solar powered — charging during the day, then glowing bright when the sun goes down — and there’s a stake base to stick it directly into the grass or soil.
39Protective Fridge Liners That Are Way Easier To Clean
Position these fridge liners on the shelves and drawers to protect the surface; you can cut each one to the exact size needed. When they get dirty, you can also pull them out (since they have a nonadhesive design) for a far simpler clean. Eight come in the pack and they’re trimmable for a custom fit.
40A Kit To Give Windows A Gridded Appearance
Use this adhesive trim kit to give plain, boring windows a high-end grid design. The set comes with five rolls of trim (for over 32 feet in total), each of which is made from heavy-duty PVC with a crisp white finish.
41Acrylic Shelves For Versatile Storage
There are so many places and ways you could utilize these four acrylic shelves. “I bought this to organize my cosmetics in the bathroom and I must admit I am not disappointed,” shared one commenter. And another fan indicated, “They’re holding up my pop figures, perfumes, and books without any issues.”
42Vintage Kitchen Mats That Are So Comfy To Stand On
These kitchen mats are made from thick foam, which provides optimal support for your whole body as you cook dinner or wash dishes. And even with this level of comfort, the mats are still stylish — the pattern is vintage-inspired with a range of hues available in the listing.
43Smart Light Bulbs With 16 Million Color Options
Ditch regular light bulbs in favor of these smart bulbs that can be controlled in numerous ways, including your voice (via tech like Amazon Alexa or Google Home) or with an app on your phone. From there, you can set them to 16 million color options, various brightness levels, and more. They even sync up to music. Four come in a pack.
44A Magnetic Paper Towel Holder To Declutter Counters
Cluttered counters tend to be an eyesore. But this magnetic holder gets your paper towel roll mounted on the side of your fridge (or another magnetic spot), so that’s one less item taking up room. It can hold any size or brand of paper towels thanks to its two-piece design.
45Tiered Wooden Hangers To Save Closet Space
Each of these four beechwood hangers has six hanging tiers, allowing you to better maximize the available space in your closet — it’ll make the whole thing seem bigger. Use them for shirts, jackets, skirts, and other items that require hanging.
46Fresh Light Switch Covers For A Few Bucks Each
An often overlooked way to improve any room? Swapping out old yellowing light switch covers with fresh ones. And these particular ones just so happen to cost just a few bucks each. They boast a matte white finish with decorative edging. Four come in a pack.
47A Pantry Storage Cart On Wheels
Greatly step up your pantry’s organization with this three-tier cart that’s conveniently on wheels. It has open storage spots for stashing produce, snacks, cans, condiments, and more — everything stays visible and within reach.
48Floral Drawer Liners That Boast A Lovely Scent
These flower liners offer a layer of protection for drawer and cabinet surfaces. Plus, each one has a lovely rose-inspired scent (with a touch of sweetness) that you’ll experience each time you open them. The set includes six nonadhesive liners that can be trimmed with scissors for a perfect fit.
49A Magnetic Door Stopper To Prevent Slamming
If you have a door that drifts or even slams shut, this door stopper has a magnetic design to keep it ajar. And the soft-catch function absorbs the force of the door so the whole situation is nearly silent. Install this pick using the included adhesive or screws based on the permanency you need. Your order comes with two of them.
50Under-Sink Organizers With Pull-Out Tiers
“I use them in my bathroom cabinet. I was amazed at the amount of shampoo and other items they held,” shared one commenter about these pull-out organizers. They maximize the often-overlooked area underneath sinks, and each one has two storage drawers, plus hanging hooks.
51Luxe Metal Shower Curtain Rings For Dollars Apiece
For just $10, you can make the swap to these 12 shower curtain rings that have a high-end feel and level of functionality. The golden finish is so chic, and the rings will glide smoothly across the rod thanks to their smart S-shape. Four other finishes can be found in the listing.
52A Dryer Vent Cleaner For Safety & Efficiency
This best-selling dryer vent cleaner reaches 30 feet long to thoroughly remove lint, dust, and debris that’s likely impacting the efficiency of your machine. It’s also a potential fire hazard, too. The rods are flexible to reach tricky areas, and the dual brush heads grip onto these nuisances well.
53An Elegant Organizer That Hangs On A Door
With 10 spacious compartments, this storage organizer can hold a ton — like extra linens, office supplies, snacks, and more (up to 80 pounds). It has a space-saving design, hanging on the back of a standard door. There are even a few mesh pockets to organize smaller things.
54Rug Grippers To Stop Curling & Sliding
A curling rug is a total eyesore. Luckily, these corner grippers are a budget-friendly fix. Using a renewable sticky gel, the grippers provide a firm hold on rug corners to prevent curling and sliding. They work on any rug, indoors or out (they’re 100% waterproof).
55A Pot & Pan Rack With An Adjustable Design
With its adjustable design (including width, height, and overall position), this pot and pan organizer can easily fit your whole collection — and lids, too. It’s made from sturdy cast iron with a durable powder-coated finish.
56A Low-Cost Dresser With Fabric Drawers
This tall dresser is proof that you don’t have to spend a lot to organize your clothes. For less than $35, this pick boasts four fabric storage drawers to stash T-shirts, underwear, leggings, and other items. And the frame is constructed from steel for strength. It comes in six shades in the listing.
57Furniture Leg Protectors For Less Than $1
Slide these silicone covers onto the legs of your furniture — particularly pieces that slide around often, like chairs — to protect them and also the floor below. Each one has a wool felt bottom for softness, and the set comes with 32 covers, making each one less than a buck.
58A Modern Faucet Mat That Prevents Water From Pooling
This faucet mat is made from diatomite stone that sucks up water instantly — so liquid doesn’t pool on your countertops — and it dries in mere minutes. It comes in various neutrals and sizes in the listing to fit your setup.
59A Vintage-Inspired Rug That’s Machine Washable
This soft rug will bring a vintage flair to any room. And what’s arguably even better is the fact that it’s machine washable — this means you can place it in high-traffic areas (since you can get it clean any time you need). Lots of sizes and shapes can be found in the listing.
60Stretchy Bedding Organizers That Are Labelled
These bedsheet bands are pure genius; wrap them around your coordinating bedding pieces (like sheets, a duvet cover, etc.) to keep them together in your linen closet. Each band is labelled with a mattress size — this particular set includes twin, full, queen, and king — for organizational reasons.