BuzzFeed and our publishing partners may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. Read More

It’s time to take matters into your own hands.

I’m a resident writer on the BuzzFeed Shopping team covering a variety of topics in a fun and mindful way, including travel, home, beauty, gift guides, and anything that’ll add just a bit of whimsy into people’s lives.

This is great for a bit of low-effort weekly maintenance, but if your shower is in need of a ~deep clean~, you can use this a few times in a row to get it all washed up before starting that once-a-week schedule. 

Promising review: "SO impressed with this product! Nothing was getting this buildup off the tub, and then I tried this upon recommendation. I am blown away by the results and how easy it is to use. No scrubbing, just spray, rinse after 24 hours, and go! Definitely will be buying this for the rest of my life. Also has a very nice light smell!" —Casey 

Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in two scents, two sizes, and as a two-pack). 

Promising review: This stuff is amazing. We are renting a home with manufactured dark wood floors that scratch easily. I have a three-year-old that likes to push furniture around and drop stuff, a giant cat with razor claws, and a father-in-law who has a boxer that scuffs up the floors when they visit. Spread it on with a rag and wipe it off, let it dry, and it looks shiny and amazing. It doesn’t fill gouges, but you almost can’t see them and can only feel them running your fingers over the surface. Serious 100/10 rating." —maximillion

Promising review: "Nice, sturdy, cute little storage boxes that stack well. I used these boxes to organize my craft room cabinets and shelves." —Liz

Get a set of six from Amazon for $30.99+ (available in eight colorways and a pack of 12).

Promising review: "This bracket is awesome and was extremely easy to install. We were able to hang curtains over our vertical blinds in just a few minutes and didn't even need any tools. Great product!!!" —Amazon Customer

Get a set of three from Amazon for $18.95 (also available in brass and as inside-mount brackets).

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 $13.37 (available in black and gray, a two-pack, and without the extra broom holder). 

Garden Guru is a small business that sells lawn and garden tools. 

Promising review: "True confession: I’m an old man and I hate weeds!! I have a decorative concrete walkway and when the lawn gets mowed, invariably grass and weed seeds get in-between the pavers and [grow] within days. Using weed and grass killer doesn’t make the dead weeds disappear. After an online search I found this tool. Oh my, Garden Guru Patio Crack Weeder, where have you been all my life? This is by far the best garden tool I’ve bought in ages. You just run it down the sides of the pavers and if it doesn’t pull out the weed itself, it makes it easy to pull it buy hand, even for an old guy like me. It’s inexpensive, but it is sturdy. It will last for years to come." —John B. 

Get it from Amazon for $18.95 (available in larger packs and in sets with other tools). 

Promising reviews: "After moving into a house owned by older adults, a lot was neglected. Feeling overwhelmed by the hard water left in our shower, I avoided it for months. After watching TikTok, I found this product recommendation, and MY GOD did it change my life. It is SUPER messy, so wear gloves, and it’s easiest to squeeze on a paper towel, apply, and then scrub with a wool scrub after. But once you figure out the flow, boy, does it work!!!" —Alicia

"Wow. Don’t waste your time with any other formulation that you found online. I’ve literally tried EVERYTHING! The soap/vinegar/baking soda, the expensive store bought 'hard water cleaners.' I’ve scrubbed for HOURS! But this…. This product is like magic. It’s kind of like a paste that you can rub on with a microfiber towel, and the hard water stains literally just RUB OFF. Like butter! Seriously the easiest option I have tried yet. I stopped within the first five minutes of cleaning to do this review because I’m in shock lol. Coming from someone who never writes reviews! Take that as a sign to buy this immediately. What a game changer; I’m mad I’m just now finding this stuff lol!" —_kayla_carter

Get it from Amazon for $17.77+ (available in two sizes).

Promising review: "It works wonders on all my clothes, removing pilling and fuzz in seconds. I've used it on sweaters, old shirts, blankets, and even my couch! Everything looks brand new again. The design is sleek and easy to hold, and the adjustable settings make it perfect for different fabric types. The shaver is powerful yet gentle enough not to damage delicate fabrics. Also very easy to clean after use. The large shaving head covers enough surface area, saving time, and the battery life is impressive. I was initially skeptical about how effective it would be, but after using it, I'm glad I bought it. Highly recommend it to anyone who wants to extend the life of their clothes to make them look brand new!" —Alex Park

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in two sizes and six colors).

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 eight sizes and 21 colors).

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+ (available in two sizes).

Covogoods is a Utah-based, woman-founded small business that specializes in storage solutions crafted from up-cycled books.

Promising review: "I love our fake books! I don’t like a lot of stuff out and having the router and everything else on my counter was frustrating me. I’m so glad I ordered this, because now my kitchen counter looks so much neater!" —Nicole Marko Polo

Get it from Covogoods on Amazon Handmade for $39+ (available in 14 lengths, 15 colors, or your choice of colors). 

Promising review (it's long but worth it): "I HATE cleaning my oven, and this is evident by the fact that I won't do it until it fills up with smoke when baking. I bought new appliances and I was meticulous about keeping the stove/oven clean by not using them. Well, when you're a mom, that kind of doesn't work, so I made sure to not have anything splash on the stove or in the oven when cooking and to immediately clean anything that got by me. That also only lasts so long when I work long hours, so I used to tell myself, "You'll clean it tomorrow". As you all know, that's code for someday. Weeks went by, and my stove needed cleaning, and I found the handy self-cleaning button. Let me tell you, that worked....the first time. Got on Amazon and read the product description and instructions, and then went straight to reviews on multiple self-proclaimed "best oven cleaners". This one was the one I decided to put my hard-earned money on, and it paid off! I sprayed everything the night before, and I was ready with my gloves and mask, but I didn't need them. There was no splash back when spraying and no overwhelming smell. Got up the next day, opened the oven, and 30 minutes later, it was brand new. I was so happy, and this is my go-to. I use it about once a month and do the self-clean in between. I've used it on the racks of my little toaster oven as well and the grime comes right off. I've included a before and after cause, I know pictures are worth a thousand words." —Sandra Stephens

And grab that sleek cable sleeve while you're at it!

Promising reviews: "I've been searching for something to not only hide the cord mess but protect them from my munch monster of a cat. This box, in addition to cable straps and cable wrap, has solved my cable management like magic! I highly recommend this product." —Lauryn

Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in two sizes and three colors). 

BuzzFeed Shopping editor Natalie Brown says: "I bought this to go behind my bar cart, and it made such a huge difference! Now my cords are disguised under the cart, I can plug more in, and the cart can sit close to the wall. It's literally as simple as it looks: you plug it in, use the included cord organizers to make that look nice and neat, then plug in your electronics." 

Promising review (for photo above): "My router connects to the outlet behind the couch and since the couch should be flush with the wall, the cords had bent. This completely changes the look and I no longer have to worry about cords bending or making a dent in the back of the couch. The length of the cord is a bit longer than expected but the outlet was so close to the ground which I’m assuming is not how everyone else's outlets would be; none the less, it looks sleek!" —Angie

Get it on Amazon for $21.95+ (available in three lengths, a standard or inverted configuration, and a dual design). 

And since it's waterproof, it works in humid bathrooms! 

Promising review: "Where do I start? I absolutely LOVE this product. I wanted to replace our bathroom mirror, but due to the 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 $8.98+ (available in two sizes, seven colors, and as a two-pack).

Btw, the shelf inside can be detached if you prefer! 

Promising review: "This has the exact dimensions I needed for more kitchen storage. It fits perfectly under the island overhang in my kitchen and has been such a lifesaver. It's really, really well-built and hasn't given me any issues. I put it together with my partner, and it went surprisingly smoothly. It comes with everything you need. The inside is spacious, and has given me a lot more room to put food that won't fit in my tiny pantry. It's sleek and blends in well, it's high quality, and the price is right. Can't go wrong here." —Ryan M.

Get it from Amazon for $84.99+ (available in five colors and five door variations). 

The handheld applicator uses a custom formula that minimizes shrinking and withstands sanding.

Promising review: "I love this stuff! It’s super easy to use, and it flawlessly [hides] anything from nail holes to larger drywall anchor holes. Bonus that my walls are white and I can even get away with not repainting if I do a clean job! I hope they never stop making this stuff." —bookworm

Get it from Amazon for $14.89 (also available in a two-pack). 

Promising reviews: "It has doubled my closet space in my apartment where I can’t make any damage in terms of adding another permanent shelf — so this has been a perfect solution. It was easy to assemble and is sturdy. I’ve had it for a couple of weeks now with no issue. Your closet has to be pretty high for this to work or else your shirts above are going to get caught on the hangers below and for my case, some of my shirts are dragging on the floor — just keep this in mind when you’re thinking about purchasing." —Alex

Promising review: "We needed something to take the place of a dresser in a small guest room. This fit the bill perfectly. I was pleasantly surprised. I expected it to work fine, but it works great. It is sturdy and slim, yet provides a lot more room than we thought it would. I would recommend this to anyone looking to add storage to a bedroom without all the space of a dresser." —Sara

Get a pack of three from Amazon for $35.95 (available in black and white, two sizes, and in a five-pack). 

It comes in an easy-to-use trigger spray and is ideal for cleaning bathtubs, showers, toilets, colorfast fabrics, vertical surfaces, and hard-to-reach spots. Plus, it's nonabrasive, and made with nonhydrofluoric acid–based formula, which is safer than other similar liquid rust-stain removers.

Promising review: "Holy wizardry! Seriously it was more work to clean the mirror over the vanity than use this product. With almost no effort, this made my dark-orange, iron-water shower stall white again. I definitely suggest wearing a mask or bandana and running the ventilation fan if spraying in an enclosed area. Great product!" —Jessica B

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $16.62 (also available in a pack of three).

Promising review: "I don’t usually write reviews, but this product is amazing. I’ve struggled with stains in our toilets because of well water. I’ve tried product after product, elbow grease, and straight bleach, but could never completely get the mineral stains and lime scale off. I found this and decided it was worth a try. It is a miracle worker!!! I removed all the stains from five toilets within 45 minutes. No scratches, and I still have a third of the original pumice — it’s durable and well worth the small cost of the product. I’m a customer for life!!" —Kimberley B. 

Get it from Amazon for $14.95 (also available in packs of two, four, six, and 12). 

Promising review: "I have a tiny kitchen with only three drawers, so space is at a premium. My silverware organizer took up almost all of one drawer, so this organizer is a godsend. You can fit quite a few spoons etc. in each slot. My beater attachments fit perfectly into the top two hollows. I will say I have to flip my forks over face down in order to be able to shut and open my drawer, but then the drawer itself is kind of shallow. You NEED this if you have a small kitchen with few drawers!" —mialro

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in three sizes and two styles). 

PS: You can get the knife organizer (also pictured above) for $11.98.

Each drawer contains two layers of storage space with a panel that can be adjusted or removed so you can fit different shoe types and sizes, like chunky platforms, heels, and mid-boots. 

Promising review: "I absolutely love this!! It fits perfectly in my space, my kids actually put their shoes in it now instead of just throwing them by the door. It's nice to look at, it's sturdy, the drawers open and shut easily, and we can fit so many pairs of shoes in there!!" —Kristin Guthrie 

Get it from Amazon for $89.99+ (available four sizes and seven styles).

Promising review: "So easy to set up! All you do is peel tape and adhere to a CLEAN and DRY door. Also looks great, I don't even notice it. I had a huge gap under my door. I could smell and hear everything from the hallway. Smells, drafts, and sound all are less of an issue now." —Brit B.

Get it from Amazon for $9.98 (available in four colors).

Promising review: "My portable AC unit had gaps between the plastic piece where it mounts on my window. I tried tape but found it had no effect. I tried this tape, it lowered my room temperature by 5 degrees. Worth it!" —Tai T.

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in three sizes and in a pack of four).

When you’re done, press the button, open the remover, empty it out, and it's ready to use again! Check out a TikTok of the ChomChom in action. 

BuzzFeed Shopping editor Jenae Sitzes says: "It takes a bit of practice to get the hang of using this roller — at first, I thought you only brushed down in one direction, and was confused why it wasn't picking up hair. It's important to do a push-and-pull brushing in *both* directions so it actually pulls the hair inside, which does require you to apply a bit of pressure. Afterward, you'll just dump out the hair that's been trapped inside. The ChomChom is best for large flat surfaces like couches and beds." 

Promising review: "I have a golden retriever, and the shedding is out of control. My fabric sofa is constantly covered in hair, and I finally decided to try this after reading an article about popular TikTok products. The reviews do not lie, this thing works magic!! I wish I had taken a before-and-after picture because the difference is noticeable. I watched the video tutorial before I tried it to ensure I was using it properly and everything he says is true, you do really have to put your arm to work with vigorous back and forth movement! However, I find it's a great arm workout, and it works wonders." —Joanne Ertel

Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in four colors and a smaller style). 

Country Chic Paint is a family-owned small business that specializes in all-in-one paint. 

Promising reviews: "I've bought a total of four of these things. I went on a kick of painting all of my generic black/dark brown Ikea furniture. I used this on both the shiny/smooth furniture and the wood furniture, and it worked well on both of them. It definitely worked better on the wood furniture, though. The paint was unexpectedly very easy to use, and the color came out a LOT prettier than expected! It was easy to clean off my hands and brushes, and the paint came right off my clothes in the wash as well. Overall, I'm very very pleased with this paint and will purchase more if I need any crafty paint in the future." —Ann

"I saw this on TikTok and it looked so easy. I've hated my TV stand since I bought it. It was all black and just brought the room down. I used two coats, and it is perfect! 10 outta 10 recommend!" —Gig94Em

Get it from Amazon for $16.95+ (available in 61 colors and four sizes). 

The kit includes LED star lights, star wall decals, and a setup kit complete with three hooks and anchors. Also, the hammock measures about 56"x42"!

Promising review: "SO cute, SO high quality. My partner and I own a lot of stuffed animals. They were taking over the entire house. Stuffies EVERYWHERE! I was not expecting this to be so beautiful and sturdy in person, and I couldn’t be happier! I love that it came with a string light and star stickers, too. Absolutely precious. I don’t have kids, but I’m a kid at heart, and this was everything I could hope for! It saves us so much room, and it looks so nice! It’s high-quality, thick material. I love that it comes in my favorite shade of gray, and it holds a stupendous amount of plushies with no issues." —Skye

Get it from Amazon for $35.95 (available in eight colors and two sizes).

As with all peel-and-stick products, these may leave some adhesive behind when you remove. 

Promising review: "Great product. Purchased years ago for our kitchen and now again for our bathroom. The kitchen tiles have had major spills, and furniture moved across the floor and they still look like the day we installed them. They adhere to the floor well but are also easy to take off if needed." —Molly

Get a set of 10 for $19.80+ (available in six colors). 

Promising review: "Ordered this to help free up drawer space in my small bathroom and it has saved so much space so far. And it doesn't look cluttered on the countertop, and the grey matches with my bathroom color. My other family member got the green one and is also very beautiful." —Mackenzie 

Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in four colors and two- or three-tier styles). 

Here's what BuzzFeeder Maitland Quitmeyer has to say about it: "I bought this for my white porcelain kitchen sink and I've since texted five people about it, which is really a lot for such a boring grown-up product. It cleans beautifully, but the *best* thing about it is its ability to repel stains after cleaning. You know that thing when you rinse out your coffee cup and the coffee water just lingers in your sink, and you have to purposefully rinse it out for two minutes? You don't have to do that — the coffee can't stick to the sink and just goes RIGHT down the drain. Time saved, sink clean — this is really a Virgo dream product right here."

Promising review: "Holy crap!!!! I only wish I had a before picture. Our porcelain kitchen sink was just disgusting. My husband tried his best when we first moved in to get it to even resemble the original white, but the bottoms were just permanently stained a tan color. I gave up. Installing a new sink was added to the to-do list. I saw this product on a BuzzFeed article and bought it on a whim. It was cheap, and I figured it couldn’t make the sink any worse. Holy crap! I’m absolutely blown away. I used a scrubbing brush drill bit on my power drill and went in a quick circle around the basin. 10 seconds tops. Boom. The sink was white. Not just white. The brilliant, bright original white it was supposed to be. I couldn’t believe my eyes. I called my husband over, and he stared with his mouth open at the sink, then grabbed this stuff out of my hand. 'What the f- is this stuff!!?' I went to town on both sides excessively for probably 10 minutes total, and my ugly sink looks shiny and white again. No more new sink for us. I couldn’t be more impressed. I’m subscribed now!" —Danielle

Get it from Amazon for $9.95+ (available in two sizes, larger packs, and in a kit with cleaning pads). 

Btw— Hope's also makes a countertop cleaner and polish! 

Promising review: "We let a neighbor kid use our dryer, not realizing he had crayons in his pockets. We did our best at the time to clean it, but there were still obvious stains inside. It sat in storage for a year and a half before I went at it again. I googled tricks to get crayon off, tried WD-40 like many advised, Goo Gone, nothing made that crayon budge. I happened to see The Pink Stuff listed on a Buzzfeed list, and decided to try it. WOW. It took just a little elbow grease, but not even close to what I was expecting. Its scent is really mild, too. If you have a stubborn stain, try it out! It truly is a miracle worker." —Emily

Get it from Amazon for $5.97 (also available as a two-pack). 

The microfiber dusting head is completely removable and machine-washable.

Promising review: "This sucker is LOOOONG. It's also short when you need it to be. But its length is one of its greatest assets, being able to reach even those ceiling beams you couldn't reach before. Finally reach the tops of picture frames that are hanging in awkwardly high places. Clean off the poles that extend the drop of the ceiling fans. Dust the corner speakers mounted at the ceiling. This is what I did in no time at all with this duster, and despite nearly two years of web buildup in some high places, I got the whole job done in just a few minutes. Seriously, you can wipe down all the webs that have been built — all without standing directly beneath the duster! The extra length also means no unexpected guests are going to drop down your shirt while you're evicting them. And I'm perfectly okay with that." —M. C. Payette

Get it from Amazon for $11.99 (also available with extra attachments).

* Pretty Innovative Home Products You’ll Probably Want Now That You’ve Learned They Exist

* Renter-Friendly Upgrades That’ll Keep Your Home’s Aesthetic *And* Security Deposit Intact

* If Your House Is Your Favorite Place To Be, Here Are 45 Things To Make You Love It *Even More*

* Things To Turn Your House Into A Home Without Drilling, Painting, Or A Major Renovation

* Your Home Will Be Soooo Much Better Off With These 43 Under-$25 Convenient Products

Plus, the home products we gave 2026 Buzzy Awards to and finds from Amazon, Target, Walmart, Wayfair, and World Market.

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.

Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.