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Just 37 Inexpensive Things That’ll Make Your Home Feel Like A Million Bucks
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We hope you love our recommendations! While every product is independently chosen by our editors, BuzzFeed and our publishing partners may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. You can read more about how our affiliate partnerships work in our Editorial Standards & Ethics Guide. If your bank account doesn't match your ~wealthy~ taste, you're going to love this. Promising reviews: "Wow, these are stunning! I feel quite regal just holding one of these in my hand. They feel durable and will hold that (hefty) glass of wine! ;) I would definitely recommend these beautiful stemmed glasses! Very nicely packaged as well! Thank you." —TripleMRocks "These wineglasses are beautiful! They came well-packaged in styrofoam and made it safely to my apartment. I wanted more of the flat-bottomed look rather than traditional wineglasses. These are as nice, if not nicer, than the ones I looked at from Crate & Barrel and West Elm. These look very stylish on my bar cart!" —Abigail Get a pack of four from Amazon for $13.89. Promising review: "These are awesome! My son installed them with no problems. They look much more expensive than what they cost, function well, and I am so happy with this upgrade." —Gina C. Ashline Get a set of 30 five-inch pulls from Amazon for $26.99+ (also available individually and in smaller and larger pack sizes and in eight colors). Promising review: "Great value for the price — assembly is very easy, just takes some time. Very stable and good-looking, especially for the price!" —Jacob And bonus! You can also get these matching pillowcases to complete the whole look. 😍 Promising review: "This feels incredible. I love the weight to this. I slept better last night than I have in a very long time. Sensory overload. :) I think this is one of my best Amazon finds yet. Highly recommend. You will not regret your purchase." —Ronnie Get it from Amazon for $42.99+ (available in three sizes and 13 colors). Promising review: "My favorite sheets have to be Cozy Earth. But they are way too pricey for a guest bed. These sheets are just as good without the huge price tag. Side-by-side comparison to these vs expensive brands like Cozy Earth or Peacock Alley — these sheets are thinner and deeper, which actually fit better on our deep mattress with a three-inch topper. These sheets are just as cool-feeling as the higher-end ones when you get in bed. They wash well. Actually better than [the] Peacock Alley brand. They hardly wrinkle. And even after months of use, they are still in great shape. They haven’t started to peel yet or fray. No loose threads or tears. Great sheets!" —Susan Get it from Amazon for $36.97+ (available in sizes twin–California king, plus sets with deep pockets for taller mattresses and 45 colors/patterns). Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping editor Maitland Quitmeyer says about it: This is my go-to satin pillowcase. I have two Slip pillowcases, and several of these, and actually, the Bedsure ones wash up much nicer and retain an incredibly silky smooth feel after dozens of trips through the laundry. They're the only ones I'll buy going forward, and I recommended them to my mom, and now she's in love with them too! Promising reviews: "I ordered these pillowcases just to see if they could compete with Blissy. Well, they can. I have washed them three times, and they came out great. They seem to protect your hair and skin. So, I’m very happy with them." —EMc "I bought these cases to match a new sheet set. I previously had bought much more expensive brands to match other sheets, but I love the Bedsure brand of products and wanted to try these out. Arguably, they’re softer than my more expensive ones! They did arrive very wrinkled, but after a quick wash and dry, and they’re shiny and wrinkle-free. I like the envelope closure a lot more than the competing brands' zip closure. Highly recommend!" —Hannah Watkins Get a set of two from Amazon for $5.98+ (available in standard, queen, king, and body pillow sizes and 36 colors). BTW, the reviewer used the color 'Taupe' above! Promising review: "I have never been so excited about a slipcover. Total transformation of our couch and loveseat. I was worried about it not working on our leather couch, but it stays on really well due to the straps and the separate cushion covers. LOVE." —Brian/Liz Get it from Amazon for $47.49+ (available in five sizes and 13 colors). 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 Lamb Get it from Amazon for $4.99+ (available in 10 sizes and seven colors). Promising review: "The countertop is just now starting to need (slight) touch-ups around the sink itself [a whole two years later]. I couldn't be happier with this product! "This paint can be a little tricky to work with until you get the hang of how it applies. My suggestion would be to test it out on a scrap or something prior to applying. Once I had it, this product was a breeze to work with. We recently purchased a new home, and we're not gutting our main bathroom until next summer, and I just couldn't live with that 1980s green another day. So, after reading a lot of tutorials, I decided to go for it and paint the counter. I LOVE how it came out! Once it was dry for 24 hours, I applied several coats of poly and let it sit for 72 hours before I let the counter go back into normal use. It's held up like a dream. I wouldn't use any heavy chemicals on it (but I wouldn't advise those period), but otherwise zero issues with it. "Side Note: I see a lot of negative reviews on this product because it doesn't hold up for people outdoors. USE A SEALANT. Don't blame a product if you don't use it correctly." —Dogmom20 Get it from Amazon for $16.96+ (available in three colors). Promising review: "My parents went to Europe and sat outside on furs like these, and now they do the same at home. They live in the mountains in Utah. They put these on their metal patio chairs and then cover themselves with a blanket outside in the winter. The faux furs keep your backside insulated and then topped with the blanket, they are able to have cocktail hour(s) on the deck all year long! It’s honestly pretty sweet, and the dog gets her own to lie on when she’s outside, too." —Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $11.69+ (available in four sizes, two shapes, and 11 colors). These under-the-cabinet lights are battery-powered and come with a remote that will allow you to power them on and off, change their intensity, and set them to be motion-activated. Promising review: "I just remodeled my kitchen and wanted lights under my cabinets to give it a cozy feel. I wanted something easy to install but effective. These lights are great! You can adjust the brightness and can even put them on a timer so they turn off on their own after 15, 30, or 60 minutes. They come with sticky tape to attach to cabinets, but I also added sticky-back Velcro, and they have stayed on perfectly. The company sent me an email offering any assistance if I should need it. I absolutely LOVE them and would recommend." —LC Get a pack of three from Amazon for $14.99 (also available in packs of two or six, including a style with color lighting). Promising review: "I live in an apartment community, and I wanted to find a solution to cover up my windows without using my blinds/curtains. Let me just say...wow! This beyond exceeded my expectations. Not only does it give me the privacy I need, but the way the lights reflect in the daytime AND nighttime is just breathtaking! In the morning, when the sun shines through, tiny little rainbows get cast all over the bedroom! At night, it looks so cozy, warm, and has a beautiful, realistic stained-glass look to it." —Katie Coyle Get a roll from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in 14 sizes and four colors). Promising review: "This reeded glass window film was very pretty when installed. Gave just the right amount of obscurity that still allowed light but maintained privacy when viewed from the outside. I bought more of this and offered it to my son, who is enjoying it at his apartment too. We used it on the bottom half of the windows and kept the upper half of the windows open, which was the exact problem this film solved. Lots of choices, too!" —Liza S Get it from Amazon for $5.76+ (available in 12 sizes). Promising review: "Purchased these for my studio, which is in an old mill. I wanted them for their insulating properties more than to block out the light because my studio loses a lot of heat at night due to its enormous windows. The curtains/drapes work great for both — I am especially pleased with how well they help keep the space from losing heat! Before having the curtains, the space would lose about 8 degrees in temperature overnight (which in the winter is a significant amount, especially in the northeast). Now, with the curtains, the space no longer loses heat overnight! It is now so nice to go into my studio in the morning and find it still toasty warm!" —Noname Get them from Amazon for $32.99+ (available in five sizes and 24 colors). Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping editor Emma Lord says about it: "I purchased this because I have a lil' Friday tradition of going to Trader Joe's and buying the $3.99 'petite bouquets' (Alexa, play 'Flowers' by Miley Cyrus!!) and it is the absolute perfect size for a mini bouquet. It is a treat to look at on my windowsill, 11/10 recommend for anyone who wants a bright spot in their living room!" Promising review: "The vase is very nice, with and without flowers. It looks really good in my living room!" —Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $14.49+ (available in six styles and in a set of three). Each tile measures 12 inches by 12 inches. Promising review: "This brought new life to my super boring kitchen! This was much easier than I thought, and I was really worried about taking on this project, but I'm glad I did. Took me over three hours from start to finish." —Blood Agent Read the rest of this customer's in-depth review for some handy tips and tricks! Get six self-adhesive tiles from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in 13 styles). These renter-friendly beauties are fully removable btw! You'll just need to heat with a hair dryer to unstick the adhesive. For the full install, reviewers recommend: a level, sanding block and sandpaper, measuring tape, ruler, screwdriver to remove outlets, and a utility knife or scissors. Promising review: "These are great and easy to install. You have to cut the first section. I did put them on a textured wall and have no issues with them peeling off. I made a mistake and had to pull some of them off, and they came off with no problem. They are sticky, so I did have to pull a little bit, no damage to the paint or the wall, though. You will need a VERY sharp knife and a pair of scissors. I used a metal carpenter's square as a straight edge, and it worked nicely. Nice upgrade to my little kitchen. I needed about 30 tiles, and I had to buy 40 for cuts and mistakes. You can't reuse the sheet if you pull it off. I found that if you have to cut the tiles, make sure you have the 'grout' on the cut, it makes it easier to align and hides small mistakes." —Tricia Hendrickson Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in five colors, and in dozens more designs and colors on their store page). Each tile measures 12 inches by 12 inches. Promising review: "I redid my entire bathroom! We moved into our home two years ago, and our small main-floor bathroom had hideous orange mosaic tiles. We want to eventually gut and revamp our bathroom, but wanted to give it a cheap facelift. Floorpops made that possible, and it's a very inexpensive option! We used caulk to seal some of the tiny gaps and caulked around the tub and underneath the baseboards for a good seal. The tiles are not moving at all and have adhered okay." —Agnieska Get a pack of 10 tiles from Amazon for $15.74+ (available in two colors). Promising review: "This was exactly what we needed for the backyard. It definitely provides enough privacy, and it gives the backyard a very nice ambiance! The leaves completely blend in with the other trees and plants we have in the backyard, and it looks like we made a huge upgrade in our gardening game. I'm now just hoping it can withstand the Arizona summer and not fade with the sun (product description does state fade-resistant). Don't be hesitant with purchasing; it's totally worth it!!" —Amazon Customer Get a roll from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in three sizes). You'll need some green zip ties to secure them, too. Promising review: "Where do I start? I absolutely LOVE this product. I wanted to replace our bathroom mirror, but due to its size, it would have cost a lot! I came across this on Amazon and decided to give it a try. The application process was super easy and applied without bubbles as long as you go slow and rub it down as you go. I kid you not. It looks like wood and feels like it, too! You can feel and see the 'wood grain.' It’s absolutely stunning and looks like I bought a whole new mirror." —Taylor Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (available in two sizes and seven colors). Check out a TikTok of the cheese slicer in action. Promising review: "My mother-in-law had purchased one last year, and I tried hers at Christmas and fell in love with how easy it was to use. We have a lot of get-togethers with friends, and cheese is a staple appetizer in our house. So I purchased my own and have been using it weekly since. It cuts easily, and it's mostly easy to clean. Sometimes cheese gets stuck in the crack, but some scrubbing with a small brush usually does the trick." —Jessica Promising review: "These are incredible!! I like using the color feature in winter when it's drab outside, but once my gardens bloom, I stick to white. I have purchased these five times, and it's going to be six. I bought the first set two years ago and just purchased my newest set. I put the old ones right next to the sets I just purchased and had never changed the batteries on the original ones...they were still bright, so I never needed to. They are beautiful!!" —mosey Get an eight-pack from Amazon for $37.89 (also available in a two-pack and a six-pack). Promising reviews: "Magical. I'm ordering more of these. They perked up my night garden in a way that even attracted compliments from my neighbors. They were super easy to install and worked immediately. I like that they automatically turn on at dusk and shut off at dawn." —Sharyn Bearse "I love these little balls of moving light in our garden! Make sure you loosen them up out of the box. They are very upright at first, but the wires flex, and you can arrange them to appear to float in the night. I plan on buying more to give the illusion to my whole backyard. They are absolutely brighter than many of my other solar lights. So far mine have stayed lit until morning!! The wind makes them bounce and sway, just enchanting!! Buy some! They will make you happy!!" —Ruth Anderson Get a two-pack from Amazon for $11.39 (also available in larger quantities). The World Gallery is a London-based small business that specializes in an eclectic mix of classic and modern wall art. Promising reviews: "Beautiful print. Can't wait to hang it on the wall." —Lasha Phutkaradze "Amazing quality. It looks absolutely stunning." —Mimma Get it from The World Gallery for $18.31+ (available in 13 sizes). Promising review: "This is a beautiful showerhead, very thin, but feels quite sturdy and heavy. Installation took no more than five minutes. The shower head has a very smooth, highly polished, mirror-like chrome finish. It gives a satisfying showering experience without wasting too much water. Absolutely no leaks whatsoever. Everybody in our family said they liked it. What else is there to say about a showerhead?" —Sadda Reddy Get it from Amazon for $37.99+ (available in three sizes and four finishes). And if that scent combo isn't doing it for you, there are oodles of other ones to choose from! Lulu Candles is a US-based small business that specializes in scented candles and perfumes. Promising review: "I was staying over at a friend's house and sitting next to her coffee table. She had this candle on the table, and even though it wasn't lit, I could smell it, and it was so delicious that I instantly went online to find it and bought it for myself! If this came in a perfume, I would buy enough to last the rest of my life. I don't know how to even explain the scent, but if you are an amber/patchouli/vanilla fan, this is absolutely for you. The jasmine adds an unbelievable freshness without a flowery scent. I even bought the shampoo and conditioner, which I will probably use as more of a body wash and shaving cream, but that is how desperate I am to get this scent on me!" —Melissa I. Get it from Amazon for $16.95+ (available in seven sizes, in gift box options, in packs of two, and in a variety of scents). Promising review: "Love this candle warmer! The design fits perfectly with my home office aesthetic — clean and modern-looking. Super user-friendly with different brightness settings and a timer that lets me set it and forget it. The adjustable height is super handy for different-sized candles. Best part is how evenly it melts my candles, no more tunneling or wasted wax stuck on the sides! My candles last so much longer now. The dimmer is great for setting the perfect ambiance, and honestly, I look forward to turning it on every day. Such a good value for what you get. If you're into candles but hate waste, grab this!" —Dani T. Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in three styles). Promising review: “I purchased this for my brother as a Christmas gift last year. The package arrived in perfect condition, with its contents safely intact. After pouring our first glass of whiskey from this decanter, we immediately felt more sophisticated and used words like 'indubitably,' 'transcendent,' and 'ergo.' Indeed, drinking from this decanter will make even Canadian LTD taste piquant." —Justin Pickens Seriously, though, the folks who live below you will thank you for the extra cushioning for footfalls! Promising review: "To be fair, I was quite hesitant to purchase a rug online, seeing as how you can't feel the carpet. However, I took a chance and went with it, and I couldn't be happier with my decision. Not only is the carpet nice and soft, but the colors are very true to the picture. Thanks, guys, for producing a fair-priced and luxurious product!" —(ffcccdxx Get it from Amazon for $26.56+ (available in seven color combos and a variety of shapes and sizes). Check out a TikTok of the bowls in action. Promising review: "These are awesome! Perfect thickness (not too thin and not too thick). I love the wavy appearance. Matte black has a sort of sheen to it, and it's just lovely. These look amazing on my open shelving in my black walnut kitchen. They are LARGE, too. Awesome pasta/salad plates." —C. Mah Get a set of four from Amazon for $31.95+ (available in three colors and also in sets of six). Promising review: "I actually love this more than I thought I would! It's soo soft and serves many purposes. I bought it to drape over a chair in my study area and to use on the floor for when I take pictures of my outfits in front of my mirrored closet doors. I now drape it over my bed in the morning after I make it as well. My stepson is autistic, and he loves the soft feel of this rug and loves wrapping it around him. It has shed slightly, but not more than expected. Great value also." —Caity This set comes with one to two pillowcases (depending on the bed size), a flat sheet, and a fitted sheet. Hotel Sheets Direct is a small business. Each set comes with a flat sheet, fitted sheet, and two pillowcases. Promising reviews: "I absolutely love the sheets! Softest sheets I have ever felt. Had a great first night's sleep on them. I would recommend the sheets to anyone. In fact, I’m ordering another set. For someone with insomnia on a regular basis, anything that helps me relax and rest in order to get to sleep is heaven-sent. These are so so worth the money." —Aria Beesting "So soft, cozy, cooling, but comfy. I used to look forward to going to bed as a kid because the sheets would initially be cool. Now, that is once again a reality. My wife stays warm, and I stay cool. They're like magic. I would recommend them to anyone/everyone." —Aaron Jones Get them from Amazon for $54.99+ (available in six sizes and 10 colors). Promising review: "I love the aesthetic of it and the smell is amazing! I bought two more as soon as I saw how nice this was. The quality feels so expensive and luxurious that it just had me in a chokehold, and I definitely love the look." —Isabell Thao Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in three sizes and 26 scents). Promising review: "These bathroom rugs exceeded my expectations. The teal color is vivid. They are thick and plush with an updated, spa like feel and appearance. My dog had an accident on one just before my guests were arriving. I had no choice but to toss in the washer and dryer. I can’t tell it apart from the others that have not been laundered. The non-skid backing really grips the floor. Rugs do not move at all unless picked up and moved. I’m very happy with these rugs. I bought two of the larger ones and one of the smaller ones for the toilet area." —Melissa Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in nine sizes and 21 colors). Promising reviews: "My room is even more aesthetically pleasing with this chic tissue box. Now I can say goodbye to goofy colored and patterned tissue boxes that threw off my stylish vibe! 😂 Highly recommend!" —Samantha "Color, shape, and size are exactly as I expected. Looks great in my contemporary style home office! Highly recommend!!!" —Carole Jane Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in two sizes and 12 colors). Promising review: "Bought this as a gift for a good friend and she loved it. It is beautiful and well made. The crystals sparkle and it looks more expensive than it is. Seems to be well made also. I'm thankful she is so pleased with it." —J.K. Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in three sizes and two colors). Promising review: "I absolutely loved this set! I purchased two, and each set was well worth the price. The packaging was very elegant and gave me a very luxurious feel. I am very pleased with the quality of the set. The added tags for cotton balls/swabs and lotion/soap were also great! Would definitely recommend!" —Ravynn Lenise Hughes Get it from Amazon for $21.49+ (available in six colors). * Things To Make Any Closet In Your House, Well, Better * Easy Ways To Help Make Your Backyard The Best On The Block * Spend A Little, Get A Lot: Home Upgrades That Won't Break Your Budget * Things To Make Your Rental Kitchen Feel More Like A Custom Job * Tips For Hiding All The Parts Of Your Home That Make You Go "Ugh" When You See 'Em * Products That’ll Make Your Home A Dream Home, Even If You Have Zero DIY Skills * Easy Upgrades For Anyone Who Spends A *Lot* Of Time In Their Home Office * These Cozy Finds Will Basically Turn Your Home Into One Big Hug Plus, finds from Article, Etsy, Ikea, Urban Outfitters, Walmart, and Wayfair. Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity. BuzzFeed Shopping is service journalism first: our writers and editors spend all day shopping so you don’t have to, vetting products, fact-checking brand claims, and surfacing what actually helps in real life. We center readers over revenue, recommend products with authenticity (using real experiences, not ad-speak), and reflect our diverse audience, inclusive of a variety of price points, people, and needs. We cut through fake deals, favor useful info over glossy fluff, and recommend both budget and splurge options with context so you can decide what’s right for you — and still have a little fun along the way. Gabriela Manjarrez is a staff writer on the BuzzFeed Shopping team who covers a variety of topics from beauty to home to travel, while having a special enthusiasm for K-beauty, quirky (but useful!) trinkets, and all things luxe and aesthetic.
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