There are countless clever home upgrades that make your life so easy by solving problems you might not even realize you have. Here you’ll find everything from ingenious ways to create more counter space in your kitchen or bathroom, to lighting solutions that brighten up even the darkest corners of your home, to storage hacks that will declutter your space and your brain. We’ve collected all our favorites — seriously, they’re so good — so you can stop searching and we can make your life way easier.
A protective stovetop cover that adds a ton of counter space
This silicone cover can be placed on top of your glass or electric stovetop to not only add extra counter space while you’re meal prepping, but also to protect the surface from scratches and scrapes. Plus, the textured, raised surface means it can double as a dish drying rack. It even rolls up for easy storage when you’re not using it, too.
A brush & sponge caddy that drains right into the sink
This kitchen sink caddy is so clever because it holds all the essentials to keep your countertop neat and tidy. It has multiple compartments to store your soap, sponges, and brushes. And thanks to its slanted bottom tray, it automatically drains excess water directly into the sink.
A front doormat that helps reduce dust, dirt, & mud in your home
OLANLY Front Door Mat Indoor Outdoor Entrance, Waterproof All-Season, All-Weather Doormat, Sturdy Natural Rubber, Fade Resistant, Low Profile, Easy Clean Patio Porch Entryway Mat, 29.5x17, Brown
Amazon -This front doormat has a flat weave featuring deep grooves that trap dirt, mud, and moisture, keeping it outside and off your floors. The mat is waterproof and has a natural nonslip rubber bottom for added stability. It can be cleaned easily with a vacuum to keep it looking good as new.
A sleek steel refrigerator deodorizer that lasts for up to 10 years
This stainless steel deodorizer is the kind of “set and forget” product that makes a big difference with very little effort on your part. Just place it in the back of your refrigerator and it’ll decompose smelly gases, eliminating odors at the source — think: leftovers, cheeses, meats, or fish. Better yet, it can last for up to 10 years.
Magnetic shelves perfect for storing spices, oils, & cooking essentials
These magnetic shelves can mount to the side of your refrigerator or other appliance and are the perfect spot to store spices, oils, and other cooking essentials, so they’re always close at hand. They each hold up to 8 pounds and have raised ledges that keep all your items from sliding out.
A fabric laundry basket with a detachable inner liner
This laundry basket is built with cleanliness and convenience in mind. It has a fabric base with a bamboo frame and lid, giving it a stylish look. It comes with two removable bags that sit inside that are great for separating whites from colors. As an alternative, use one as a dirty laundry bag and the other as a clean laundry bag when you transport things to and from the washer.
Colorful refrigerator mats that are so easy to clean
These refrigerator mats can be used to line the shelves of your refrigerator to add a pop of color, help organize, and make cleaning accidental spills easy and painless. They have a ribbed texture that has a nonslip effect on your groceries, ensuring everything stays tidy. Plus, they’re really easy to take out and wash clean.
An acrylic cutting board with a lip that anchors to your countertop
This acrylic cutting board is genius because it’s useful and blends into your kitchen so you won’t even realize it’s there. It has a lip design that secures against the edge of your countertop, which keeps it from slipping. And given its totally minimalist look, it’s so sleek that it’s nearly invisible.
A chenille microfiber hand towel shaped like a stuffed animal
This chenille microfiber hand towel looks like a stuffed animal, but will actually get your hands dried in seconds. The shaggy design isn’t just ultra soft — it also gets in between your fingers to dry every last drop. The cutest part is that it stands on your countertop like your favorite plushie in between uses.
A bamboo appliance slider that prevents countertop scratches
Place one of your most-used appliances — toaster, coffee maker, blender — on top of this bamboo slider so you can pull it out when you want to use it and then tuck it away when you don’t. It sits on quiet rubber wheels that move without scratching your countertops. And it even has a handle so pushing and pulling is a total breeze.
A memory foam bath mat that absorbs & dries in minutes
This bath mat manages to blend ultra-comfortable memory foam with a spa-like stone texture to elevate your bathroom and keep you comfortable when you get out of the shower. It absorbs water and, according to reviewers, dries within minutes. The nonslip rubber backing prevents you from slipping and sliding around, too.
A compact trash can with a motion-activated opening system
What makes this small bathroom trash can brilliant is the motion-activated design that allows you to open it without actually touching it — you can wave your hand or knee in front of the sensor, or even touch the side with your foot and the lid will pop up. It holds 2.2 gallons and has a secure, waterproof lid that prevents odors from stinking up the bathroom.
Refrigerator door handle covers that prevent fingerprints & food stains
These cloth covers wrap around your refrigerator’s door handles to prevent fingerprints and grime from accumulating and making your appliance look dirty. They’re double-sided and feature hook-and-loop closures to secure them in place. Plus, the gray color blends in seamlessly with stainless steel finishes, so they’re much less noticeable on your fridge.
A mold that shapes freezer bags into stackable frozen bricks
If you want to freeze leftovers, chilis, and sauces, but hate how inconvenient they are to store, check out these food block makers. Simply put a plastic bag inside the container, fill it with your liquid leftovers, and then put it all in the freezer. After a little while, the food is frozen into a solid block that’s easy to store and stack.
Battery-operated puck lights with 4 automatic timer options
These puck lights use strong 3M tape to secure under your kitchen cabinets, in your closet, around a stairwell — you name it. Because they’re battery operated and last for up to 100 hours, they can light up a space that doesn’t have easy access to an outlet. They have multiple brightness levels and four timer options for even more customization.
A door & window draft stopper that also blocks bugs, dirt, & sound
This draft stopper seal can be cut to size and installed on doors or windows to not only prevent drafts from coming in, but also prevent bugs, dust, and sound from getting into your space. It’s super easy to install and can even help lower your electric bill by keeping heat inside in the winter and cold air inside in the summer.
A spa-like, high-pressure showerhead that installs in 5 minutes
This high-pressure showerhead has a rain-like effect that will make you feel like you’re rinsing off in a spa. It has 90 rubber jets for full coverage and a sleek, square shape that looks so modern . Plus it installs in five minutes with just plumber’s tape and a water filter, both of which are included.
Clever stoppers that hold your door open with magnets
These magnetic door stoppers are easy to install since they use only super convenient 3M tape to mount to your door and your wall. When you swing the door open, the powerful magnet catches the end of it and secures the door against the wall, keeping it open until you’re ready to close it again. You can even mount the stopper to the floor for an alternative angle.
Shower caddies that hold 20 pounds of shampoo, conditioner, & more
Say goodbye to flimsy shower accessories. These caddies secure to your bathroom or shower wall with adhesive tape to store all your hair-care and skin-care essentials without taking up any counter space. They each hold up to 20 pounds and have a wired design to ensure they drain any excess water automatically.
Window screen repair tape that instantly fixes small tears
This window screen repair tape can be affixed directly on top of any holes, gaps, or tears in your door or window screens, patching them right up. The mesh grid design mimics that of a screen, so it seamlessly blends in. Plus it’s resistant to rain, wind, heat, and cold, making it a year-round fix.
A 3-shelf desk organizer that sorts paperwork & holds office essentials
This desk organizer features two cubbies for books, papers, and folders as well as a shelf with five file-sorting sections, instantly upgrading your desk so it stays clean, tidy, and clutter free. It even has a mesh cubby on the side that’s great for storing pens, pencils, highlighters, and sticky notes.
Reusable dishcloths that can last for 100 uses each
These reusable dishcloths have a ribbed texture and can soak up 15 times their own weight in spills, meaning they’re a super versatile replacement for paper towels. The plant-based cloths can be used to dry dishes, dust surfaces, or sop up messes with a cleaning solution. Just throw them in the wash and use each one for up to 100 spills.
A clever dish rack that holds glasses upside down as they drip dry
This drying rack is brilliantly designed specifically for wine glasses. It features a silicone-covered holder that suspends up to four glasses upside down, allowing them to properly drain and dry with fewer water spots. The base has raised edges to catch excess water so it doesn’t get all over your countertop. And the whole thing folds to store when you’re not using it.
Refillable paint pens to touch up your walls without drips
These reusable paint pens give you a totally convenient and mess-free way to touch up paint cracks, discoloring, and fading easily and quickly. Use the included syringe to add your paint to the pen and use the brush tip to precisely cover up any unsightly scuffs or marks. No globs, spills, or drips here.
A furniture-polishing kit for a shiny, streak-free glow
This furniture-polishing kit removes dust, grime, and fingerprints from your wood furniture, leaving a shiny, streak-free glow behind. With plant-derived ingredients like coconut oil and an essential almond oil blend, the polishing kit also hydrates, cleans, and conditions your wooden tables and chairs.
A desktop vacuum cleaner with a removable precision nozzle
This desktop vacuum cleaner has an ergonomic design that allows you to easily sweep it over your desk, dining table, nightstand — you name it — to clean off dust, crumbs, hair, and eraser shavings. It even comes with a precision nozzle to help you get into tricky crevices. Simply twist it open to empty.
A compact power strip with a flat plug that fits behind furniture
What makes this power strip genius is that it has a flat plug that can fit behind furniture or appliances without bending or breaking the wire. It has a 5-foot cord and features three plugs and two USB ports, so you can plug in while hiding unsightly tangles of wires behind your entertainment center or underneath furniture.
A wildly popular veggie chopper that preps produce 4 different ways
This wildly popular veggie chopper comes with four precision blades plates so you can fine dice, medium dice, ribbon, or spiralize your fruits and veggies without a fuss. It comes with a large plastic container to catch all your cuttings and a protective top that keeps your fingers away. Amazon shoppers love this gadget, a whopping 122,000 of whom have weighed in to give it an overall 4.5-star rating.
A toilet paper basket that holds up to 12 rolls
Lonbet - Toilet Paper Basket - Toilet Paper Storage - The Ultimate Bathroom Organizer - Bamboo Storage Basket, Toilet Paper Organizer Basket, Bathroom Accessories Holder - Toilet Paper Bin
Amazon -If you want to keep some extra toilet paper handy but don’t want to put it on display in your bathroom, check out this basket. It has a fabric base with a bamboo lid that can act as a shelf for your phone, air freshener, or anything else. Thanks to its slim shape, you can easily tuck it away in narrow corners. And when you’re not using it, it folds flat to store in a cabinet.
A slanted laundry detergent holder for easier, drip-free dispensing
This laundry detergent holder secures your large bottle of detergent at an angle, allowing all the liquid to flow toward the nozzle, so you can easily fill your cup and get to washing. It even comes with a strap to fasten the bottle to the platform to make sure it doesn’t slide forward or get jostled around. Better yet, the handy drip tray helps prevent spills, too.
A rubber coffee mat that prevents spills from staining your countertop
This stylish coffee mat absorbs liquids and dries within 10 seconds, preventing anything from seeping onto your countertop and causing stains or discoloration. The backing is 100% rubber to prevent slipping and sliding. The whole thing is waterproof, leakproof, and super easy to clean.
An air-drying hanger that safely holds all of your smaller items
This drying hanger features a push-grip design that can hold up to 22 pairs of socks, underwear, bras — you name it — so that each piece can dry fully after you wash them. It can hang in your closet or on a drying rack and it has a flat design that folds easily for storage. It honestly makes such a big difference when it comes to drying (and not losing) your smaller items.
A shower cleaner spray that doesn’t require any scrubbing or elbow grease
This shower cleaner spray is clever because it has a “set and forget” formula that removes the need for any scrubbing or elbow grease. Simply apply it to your shower walls, glass, and tub with the attached sprayer, leave it for up to 12 hours, and then rinse it with warm water, leaving your bathroom looking as sparkly as the day you moved in.
A silicone broom squeegee that removes water & pet hair from floors
Original Broombi - All-Surface Silicone Broom, Squeegee, Pet Hair Remover - Smart Broom for Indoor Cleaning - Cleans Glass, Fine Dust, Hair, Liquids - for Smooth Floors, Rugs, Windows (Black)
Amazon -This squeegee-bottomed broom can be used to remove all kinds of messes from your floors. It has a long handle and a silicone edge that creates static electricity so it can attract hair, dust, dirt, and more. This multitasking tool can also be used to sweep up liquid spills on your hardwood, tile, or even carpets and low-pile rugs.
An electric jar opener that activates with just 1 touch
Place this electric jar opener over any jar you can imagine and it opens it with just one simple touch. (Talk about making your life easier.) It uses high-torque power and can be used on nearly any lid under 3.5 inches in diameter. “If opening jars was an Olympic sport, I’d be sitting on the sidelines watching everyone else because my hands just don’t cooperate. Enter this magical electric jar opener, the real MVP of my kitchen. [...] This thing powers through stubborn lids like a champ and then politely auto offs like it knows it’s done,” raved one reviewer.
Drywall repair putty that fills holes & cracks to refresh your space
This drywall repair putty fills in holes, cracks, and nail marks on the wall in seconds, instantly refreshing your space and making it look more polished. Simply twist the bottom to raise the putty, apply directly to the wall, and leave it to dry — it doesn’t even require a putty knife. When it’s dry, you can paint over it and your wall will look good as new.
Rug corner grippers that flatten the rug & prevent sliding
If your rug curls or slips and slides every time you step on it, these rug grippers are going to change your life. They adhere to the bottom corners of your area rugs and feature a sticky gel bottom that uses friction to secure them to your floor. As a bonus, the slightly weighted design keeps them from curling up as well.
A cushion support insert that prevents your couch from sagging
This support insert slips between the base of the couch and the cushions, preventing unsightly (and uncomfortable) sagging to extend the life of your sofa. The extra support has 9-inch flaps that can be extended in increments all the way to 67 inches, depending on the width of your couch.
Anti-fatigue kitchen rugs that help take pressure off your joints
KIMODE Kitchen Rugs and Mats 2PCS Cushioned Anti Fatigue Kitchen Mat Non-Skid Waterproof Kitchen Runner Rug for Kitchen Decor,Floors,Office,Laundry,Grey
Amazon -These nonslip anti-fatigue kitchen mats have stabilizing cushioning that helps support your feet, knees, lower back, and joints. The plush foam and soft coating work to make sure you’re comfortable whether you’re cooking, washing dishes, or manning the stove. Most importantly for high-traffic areas: They’re waterproof and easy to clean with a sponge or vacuum if there are any accidental spills.
An ultra-cozy sheet set that feels like sleeping on a cloud
This ultra-cozy sheet set comes with a flat sheet, fitted sheet, and four pillowcases to instantly upgrade your bedroom and make you feel like you’re sleeping on a cloud. Made of high-quality brushed microfiber, this sheet set is virtually weightless and so buttery soft, you’ll seriously feel like you’re at a relaxing hotel. Grab it in dozens of colors.
Silicone baking cups with built-in batter fill lines
These reusable silicone baking cups are the greatest way to make cupcakes, muffins, egg bites — you name it. They have easy-lift tabs that can help you remove them from baking sheets and a batter fill line inside that keeps all your baked goods the same size for even results. Plus, they’re a breeze to clean.
An adjustable fridge riser for stackable storage that saves space
This shelf riser is totally clear so it looks built in and adds a ton of storage space to your fridge. The height can be adjusted from 5.9 to 14.9 inches depending on how much space you have between existing shelves. The legs are slim and tapered so you can store larger items underneath, too. Throw in some nonslip feet and you’ve got a recipe for a reliable little kitchen accessory.
A pull-out closet rod that can help you plan your next outfit
This metal rod installs inside your closet and slides out to give you ample space to hang clothes. Use it to dry delicate laundry to even plan your next outfit. It extends 12 inches and, when you’re not using it, tucks back into the base so you barely even know it’s there. It will make your closet feel like you’re shopping in a designer store.
A compact cutlery organizer with layered compartments to save space
This compact cutlery organizer has five compartments that hold your knives, forks, and spoons at an angle, each one layered below the next. This way, they can fit inside a slim drawer in your kitchen. It even has little icons so you always know where everything is. It can hold up to 24 pieces of cutlery and can save you a ton of space in your drawer.
A magnetic grill caddy to organize spices, sauces, tools, & more
This grill caddy magnetically mounts to the side of your barbecue, giving you way more space to store all your essentials — sauces, spices, grill brushes, spatulas, and more. It even has a built-in wooden dowel that can hold an entire roll of paper towels, so they’re always close at hand when you need them.
Clever plug-in night-lights that double as clocks
These plug-in night-lights are absolutely brilliant because they feature digital clocks in the center. This way, when you wake up in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom, you can see what time it is without hurting your eyes with a harsh glare. They have three automatic timing options, 10 brightness levels, and three color temperatures.
A perforated knife that makes even hard butter instantly spreadable
This knife was specifically designed to spread butter. It has one serrated side and one flat side with holes that curl the butter into little ribbons, making it softer and instantly easier to spread. It’s made of a lightweight stainless steel and has a 1-inch blade that helps create the toast, sandwiches, and breakfast of your dreams.
A toilet brush that mounts behind the bowl for discreet storage
This clever, invisible toilet brush installs onto the back of the tank lid. It hides behind the tank when you’re not using it, allowing you to swing it outward to grab it quickly when it’s needed. The angled handle makes it way easier to clean the toilet bowl and the durable bristles scrub all the hard-to-reach places.
An acrylic stand to raise your computer monitor to a more comfortable level
This acrylic stand looks nearly invisible on your desk, but works wonders when it comes to raising your computer monitor to a more ergonomic height. It can hold up to 60 pounds and you can even store your keyboard underneath if it’s less than 15 inches wide. It comes with nonslip feet to prevent scratching your desk’s surface.
Window privacy film with a beautiful stained glass vibe
If you’re looking for more privacy without sacrificing the natural light in your space, this privacy film is exactly what you need. It has a 3-D texture with a slightly iridescent finish that beautifully reflects light while also blocking anyone outside from seeing in. Plus it only requires water for installation, so it’s great for owners and renters alike. Basically, it’s stained glass on a budget.
Silicone furniture leg covers that stretch to fit square, round, & irregular legs
These chair leg covers are made of a stretchy and secure silicone that stretches to fit over the square, round, or asymmetrical legs on your chairs, couches, tables, and more. The magic is in the felt bottoms, which protect your floors from scratches when you move the chairs back and forth.
A bakeware rack that keeps items upright & organized
Pot lids, cupcake pans, cookie sheets — they all fit neatly on this bakeware rack. It's outfitted with seven adjustable dividers to help keep items upright and not tipping over, plus the nonslip feet ensure the whole thing stays in place. With a 4.6-star overall rating after 15,000 reviews, it's a fan-favorite kitchen upgrade.
A sink cover that adds counter space & doubles as a makeup brush cleaner
This silicone cover can be placed on top of your bathroom sink, giving you a ton more counter space while you’re getting ready for the day. It’s heat resistant so you can store your hairstyling tools on it without fear of surface damage. As a bonus, the textured surface has holes in it so you can also use it to lather and scrub when you clean your makeup brushes.
Magnetic weights that keep your shower curtain from billowing
These weighted discs come in two pieces that attach to either side of the bottom of your shower curtain with strong magnets. Once in place, they prevent it from billowing in or out while you’re showering to cut down on drafts and splashing. They have a rust-proof design with silicone covers that are waterproof and long-lasting, too.
A mini ice cube tray that releases straight into the container
These mini ice cube trays create 56 pieces of ice and secure to the top of the storage bin while freezing. When the ice is ready, you can store them in the container so you can refill the ice makers and start making some more. Just press the mold downward to release the cubes with ease. The set even comes with a scoop that stores inside the container so you can grab ice without freezing your fingers off.
