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Just 41 Things Under $25 To Help You Upgrade Your Home

May 24, 2024

We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed collects a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page.

Sprucing up your home is easier (and cheaper) than you might think.

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It comes with a remote that can adjust the brightness!

Promising review "Honestly, this is such an easy-to-install product. I bought this because my house needed extra light. This brightens the room at night and makes your cabinets stand out! Took me a couple of minutes to figure out how to install but very straightforward and easy to use. Great product and great price!" —Tom16

Get the six-piece kit from Amazon for $18.89+ (available in three light colors).

Promising review: "I love this mirror!! It’s so different and looks super cute for a minimal home decoration." —julia lewis

Get it from Amazon for $9.95+ (available in two colors).

Gem We Love is a River Edge, New Jersey, small business that specializes in beautiful home decor and trinkets!

Promising review: "It's a well-made plate, simply cute, and I like the size. It has a nice detail of cork pads at the bottom, pretty shading colors of my fav combo of white and green. It's a perfect display for my accessories and will be useful in many other ways, I think. I'm already loving it!" —Liana

Get it from Gem We Love on Etsy for $20+ (available in two lengths and other colors/styles here).

Promising review: "I've been looking everywhere for shelves like these but have had no luck. Anything I found was either too big or over $100. These are fantastic. They go perfectly in my bathroom and allow me extra shelving for things I can't fit on the countertop. I'm buying another set or two for my living room. They're super easy to hang, especially if you have a drill." —Stephanie

Get it from Amazon for $10.98+ (available in nine colors).

Promising review: "I framed these prints and hung them above my bed. I love the color palette! They are a perfect bedroom pop, and there are a lot of accent colors you can choose from!" —Ellie Britton

Get the set of six from Amazon for $6.99.

Promising review: "Plants are abundant in my bathroom, and this mat is a perfect addition. It absorbs water well, and I can easily throw it in the washing machine when it needs cleaning. I am very happy with my purchase." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $16.65+ (available in three sizes).

Promising review: "These are so much fun! We ordered the small size, which fits standard hardback books (approximately five to seven hardbacks in my experience). They're a great way to add some extra storage to our very small home and we've placed them in our hallway, so people ask us about them all the time. I'd highly recommend!" —LaBuenaVidaMere

Get it from Amazon for $16.64+ (available in two sizes, two colors, and as a set of three).

These are just pillow covers, so don't forget the pillow inserts, if you need them.

Promising review: "I love these pillowcases! They are way nicer than I expected for the price. They are soft, wash well, and look more expensive than the price. I’m super happy with my purchase. I was kinda iffy on buying them, but I went ahead and did it because I knew I could return them if I didn’t like them, but I was actually pleasantly surprised." —Amanda

Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in 12 sizes and 41 colors).

Promising review: "This looks like a high-end, very expensive vase for such an amazing price! I was so impressed when it arrived, and I can’t wait to display it in my house 🤩" —Quinne

Get it from Amazon for $19.50+ (available in four colors).

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Oakdene Designs is a Salford, United Kingdom-based small biz that specializes in creating personalized home decor and other mementos!

Promising review: "Our custom key holder is absolutely stunning! The quality exceeded my expectations, and the shipping process was very quick. So thrilled with this memento of our first apartment together that we will cherish for years to come!" —Jessica

Get it from Oakdene Designs on Etsy for $21.19.

Promising review: "This is really handy. It really reduced my key hunting time. It's also great to stage your mail or small items such as sunglasses. It's good quality." —Jack M.

Get it from Amazon for $20+ (available in two colors and two sizes).

And you can easily take them off if you move! Plus, if you really want to complete the look, you can also add some magnetic windows to the top (like the picture above shows).

Promising review: "These faux windows are an ingenious upgrade product that added value and style to my home without breaking the bank! With an installation that takes about 30–50 seconds, I instantly improved my home's curb appeal without having to spend thousands on new garage doors. I did not cut any of the panels, but the templates included for cutting custom shapes were easy to use and understand. So far, through two harsh Minnesota winters, they have stayed right in place. I'm very happy with my purchase and would recommend these to anybody looking for a facelift for their property." —martymar

Get a set of six magnets from Amazon for $15.19+ (available in five styles).

Promising review: "It looks beautiful on my new vanity! The brightness is incredible, and I love the dimmer feature. To line my mirror, I used about half the roll, and I wish it came with another plug/dimmer for the second half! I’ll definitely be ordering them. The light is strong, and shows you ALL imperfections (which I guess is the point, but wow, surprise!!) I am now hooked, and I'm telling my husband all the things in our home that HAVE to be lined with lights!" —Jenni P.

Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (clip the coupon on the product page to get 20% off this price).

Promising review: "Can I just say I love this picture frame? It looks much more expensive than it was, and everybody that sees it compliments it! It makes me way too happy. Happier than a picture frame should. It makes me want to go buy a bunch of other stuff from Umbra because it is all very cool." —Monica Wood

Get it from Amazon for $16.33 (available in five sizes and five colors).

Plus, it has two USB outlets, which means you can use it to charge your phone (and Airpods) while you sleep.

Promising review: "This is a pretty basic alarm clock, but the mirror finish and large blue display give this a very modern look. Brightness is adjustable and controls are fairly simple. Blue is a deep vibrant shade and looks awesome against the mirror finish." —J. Pennington

Get it from Amazon for $23.95+ (clip the coupon on the product page to get 15% off this price; available in 12 colors).

This rack holds nine to 12 glasses depending on their size! If you're looking for some recommendations for wine glasses, we've got you covered.

Promising review: "I really like this wine rack! I needed a nice, space-saving solution for wine glasses that are too tall to go in my glass cabinet, and this rack fit the bill. It was simple to install and looks great. Good buy!" —Cycle Mom

Get it from Amazon for $19.93+ (available in rows of three or four, multi-packs, and in four finishes).

Promising review: "We moved into our new home, and the shower had a really yellow grout. Cleaning didn’t do anything, and I saw this grout pen online. What a saver! Otherwise, I would have just hired someone to replace my shower. I used this grout pen, and my husband was so impressed :D The tip loses its shape fast, but just pull out the TIP AND FLIPPED IT OVER, and you’ll have a new tip." —jennifer

Get it from Amazon for $8.99.

Promising review: "I love this! I put this on my bedroom wall for photos, cards, and inspiration pictures. It's easy to hang, looks great, doesn't take up too much space, and comes with the clips. It's easy to change out the photos too." —lori

Get it from World Market for $19.99.

The tiles are water-resistant and washable. To apply, just peel the backing and stick to a clean floor. You don't need any special tools or even grout.

Promising review: "I've only had these on my bathroom floor for a month or so, but they seem like they'll hold up. They were a bit of a pain in the ass to cut, but I didn't have the best tools or patience. The price is bananas for how good these look! They really transformed the room for cheap." —Jenascia

Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $17.41.

Promising review: "This was very easy to install to hide all the messy wires. This is life changing to create a nice, sleek space." —Martha Ashley

Get it from Amazon for $23.95+ (available in eight different lengths/configurations).

The film is glue-free and reusable. It blocks 98% of UV rays and glare and also provides more than 95% privacy. It can be used on any smooth and clean surface. And it's easy to apply. All you have to do is remove the backing, spray soapy water on the window you're applying it to, press the film on, and use a squeegee to remove any excess water.

Promising review: "I was looking for something to provide privacy to our front door sidelights, without blocking the natural light. This looks great! It’s subtle and classy looking. It was very easy to apply as long as you get your measurements correct. I had to do six small windows, so after I made sure the first one would fit, I used that as my template for the remaining windows. The film goes on just like a window cling. So easy!" —SarahHK

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in three styles and 17 colors).

Promising review: "These little vases look great holding fresh, artificial, or dried flowers or herbs. Alone or in groups on a nightstand or a luncheon table, you can enjoy their pretty colors and designs." —C. Gaj

Get the set from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in multi-color and clear varieties).

Promising review: "I have extra tall windows in my sunroom. I decided to order ten of these panels because they were so inexpensive and because the print would add a nice touch to all the plants, white wicker, etc. I LOVE THE WAY THIS LOOKS IN A SUNROOM. The quality is what you would expect for the price, the print is great but the seams pucker slightly. But when I put the ten panels together, that all just worked together. My windows are now bright with leaves cascading down and the whole room is just fantastic because of these curtains." —Janice Briggs

Get one panel from Amazon for $12.69+ (available in three sizes and four colors).

Promising review: "Picture does not do this justice. It's so pretty. I love it." —Dana

Get it from Amazon for $13.98+ (available in two sizes and three colors).

Promising review: "I don't like night-lights because they take up the wall outlet, so this was the perfect solution. I put it in the guest bath and at night with the bathroom door open this provides just enough light to guide a person to the bathroom without blinding them. I ended up putting two on my hallway switches as well. What a great product." —LMK

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $22.98 (also available for light switches).

Barwood Shop is an Adirondack, New York-based small business creating home and living decor!

Promising review: "These are adorable and just what I wanted! Everyone who uses my bathroom comments on how cute these pins are! They work well and are super stylish — a win-win!" —Raeanne O'Day

Get it from Barwood Shop on Etsy for $5.99+ (available in three sizes and seven colors).

Promising review: "So this was a total impulse buy, but I’m sooo glad I bought it! Literally no dislikes. I bought the mustard yellow in the 60"x80" and it’s the greatest thing everrrr. So pretty and comfortable. I’m obsessed. 🥰 I will definitely be purchasing as a gift for family and friends in the future." —Kassandra Emerson

Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in four sizes and 21 colors).

Promising review: "I am obsessed with these! I initially bought a set so my kids could have somewhere to hang up their backpacks (yes, they’re sturdy), but I love them so much I got some so my husband and I could hang our coats. They’re modern and have an elegant look. We loved them, so much we plan on purchasing another pair for my kids' coats." —Linny

Get a set of two from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in two finishes).

Promising review: "These look so good, are super easy to install, and are highly functional. The end of my kitchen counter always had keys, phones, whatever, and now, it’s clear." —TC&Mina

Get it from Amazon for $21.99 (also available in blue).

Eucalyptus Blooms is a woman-owned small biz based in North Carolina that makes a variety of unique shower bundles and other scented products.

Promising review: "Followed the instructions on the wrapper, the fragrant was very refreshing and calming! The eucalyptus leaves held strong when I squeezed it with none falling off. Very good quality!" —Lydia

Get it from Eucalyptus Blooms on Etsy for $12.59+ (originally $16.80; available in three sizes).

Promising review: "I just got this magazine holder today, and I can't tell you enough about the quality of this product. It's beautiful, just like the picture, and it's efficient...I put it alongside my TV stand and no longer have to clutter up the stand ;)" —N.M.P118

Get it from Amazon for $18.65 (available in five styles).

P.S. the labels are included!

Promising review: "These are actually cuter than I expected! They are a tad smaller than some I've seen, but they actually looked great and can hold plenty of Q-tips and cotton balls in the spare bathrooms. I have mine on a serving tray with a candle and vase, and they look great without taking up too much space!" —tara savage

Get a set of four jars from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in sets of two or three).

Promising review: "I love this tray. It looks very expensive and seems to be made from durable material. I took a gamble by ordering the gold color because some can be too bright, but I'm so glad I did. This tray is beautiful and provides a nice accent color in my bonus room." —TDT74

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in 24 colors).

The lights come with 20 clear photo clips that emit warm white light. It requires three AA batteries, so be sure to grab some!

Promising review: "My daughter absolutely loves this in her room! The lights don't get overheated and haven't burnt out yet. The clips hold the pictures perfectly without damaging them or being too loose. This is a great purchase!" —Shelley

Get the 20-LED set from Amazon for $7.99 (also available in two other sizes).

It took most reviewers less than an hour to completely revamp their desk, and it was two hours *tops* for others (depending on how much space you're redoing!). Psst — If you pick this up, check out this reviewer's great installation tips for applying it to a desk!

Promising review: "I do not have the money for a new vanity right now. Insert DIY project of covering my ugly pink bathroom vanity in marble contact paper. It looks 100% better and it’s super durable. It’s a little tricky to work with at first and then you get the hang of it. I’m buying more for my half bath! Update: My vanity still looks great a couple of months later! I decided to do my tabletop in my laundry room [above, right] and it looks great too! Tips: Make sure there is nothing on the surface as bumps will show through with the tiniest of debris. Also, one roll is not enough; always buy more than you think you’ll need!" —Natalie Evans

Get a roll from Amazon for $5.99 (available in five roll sizes).

Promising review: "These are amazing soap dispensers. The amber glass is sturdy and strong, and the pump works great. They're easy to fill and they look so good on your bathroom or kitchen countertop. Highly recommend!" —Emily

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $14.99 (available in three pump colors).

Promising review: "This is the perfect solution for hiding a cord! It looks like it is just a part of the baseboard. Mine is covering a cable wire only, but I think they are big enough to hide more than one cord if needed. I didn’t cut mine, and I bought two. You can tell where the two meet if you look closely. However, I do not think anyone would notice. I can’t believe I let our cable cord sit across the floor for this long. I wish I would have found these sooner!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in three sizes and five colors).

It comes with two traceless thumbtacks, two metal clips, and two mounting tapes, so you can hang it however you like.

Promising review: "I was redecorating our bedroom and wanted something large to cover the ugly wall behind our bed (our house is very old). I found this and figured it was worth a shot for the price. It's PERFECT. I am totally in love with it. It took five minutes to hand (it comes with stuff to hang it, but I used push-pins), and it is just amazing. I cannot believe it solved a big problem for me for that little money. Absolutely recommend this 100 percent!!" —Beth Friscino

Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in medium and large and in three colors).

Promising review: "The size is perfect for a two-drawer nightstand. The bottom has a soft smooth surface. I like the switch. It is an easy push button. I used electrical tape to adhere it to the back of the nightstand for easy accessibility. It gives lots of light for a minimalist lamp. It’s very effective without taking over the room with style and light." —Delilah McCullough

Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (clip the coupon on the product page to get $4 off this price; available in 11 colors).

BuzzFeed Shopping editor Abby Kass says: "I used a similar kit on my TV stand after moving it into my current apartment, and it worked great! It was super easy to use — you just color in the scratch. And you can't tell the difference. It's amazing! And next time I move, I'm def hiring movers."

Promising review: "I can’t believe how well these work! Much better than I was expecting. I just had my home interior painted and the painters damaged a fiberboard medicine cabinet when they removed the masking tape. It ripped off the fake-wood veneer. These markers completely filled in the ugly spots and the colors blended well. I love that it appears to have some clear coat in it too as it dries with a slight shine that makes it look more like wood stain rather than marker. I also used them to stain wood filler in two spots in my maple kitchen cabinets where a previous homeowner had hung a paper towel holder and I really struggle to see the hole! It looks fantastic. I highly recommend this set. It’s a good value and works very well." —Shane

Get a set of 13 from Amazon for $8.54.

Promising review: "This ottoman is very useful. It doesn’t have a tray, but if you turn the lid, it can be used as a tray. It’s not very big, but I can rest and put my feet there. We can even sit to take pictures, and I store the blankets of the children in there. It's good for the price. I even ordered a second one." —marisa caballero

Get it from Amazon for $20.99 (available in four colors).

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