40 Tedious Things You Do Around Your House That Could Be So Much Easier

Not only will this portable folding board makes laundry faster, but it will also make your closet a little tidier. The durable plastic design helps you fold everything in your closet perfectly — even pajamas, pants, and dresses — in just three movements. This laundry helper is easy to store too, just fold it up and hang it in your closet when you’re all done.

Dinner prep and cleanup are way easier with this strong stainless steel vegetable chopper that’s top-shelf dishwasher-safe. You’ll chop all of your ingredients faster with the four interchangeable blades, which can dice veggies or trim them into trendy spiralized cuts. Plus, the attached container holds four cups of vegetables, which makes measuring a breeze.

There’s nothing worse than trying to get hair out of your shower drain — except calling a plumber. This drain protector stops major clogs before they happen and makes getting that hair out of your drain process pretty painless. Simply pull it out whenever you’re cleaning your tub, and wipe away any hair or gunk it catches. It fits inside any standard bathtub drain, which is why it has over 71,000 five-star reviews on Amazon.

Prep up to 12 eggs in advance for your daily avocado toast with this double-decker egg cooker. It comes with a measuring cup and makes preparing soft-, medium-, or hard-boiled eggs easy and foolproof. There’s even a poaching and an omelet option if you want to switch up your daily meals. Whatever your go-to egg recipe is, this gadget will save you from scrubbing a pot or pan. That’s because the trays, lid, and measuring cup are easy to throw in the dishwasher after breakfast.

You can pop these duster slippers onto your shoes, hands, or even the end of your mop to make cleaning fun and efficient. This set of five fits most feet and mopes, and the elastic band keeps them secure while you dust. When you’re done dusting, these colorful microfiber slippers are machine-washable.

Putting away your groceries doesn’t have to be a huge ordeal if your fridge is already organized with these BPA-free plastic bins. They’re stackable and even shatterproof in case you drop one while looking for an ingredient. You get six transparent, sturdy bins of various shapes and sizes, including an egg holder and an organizer that’s designed specifically for your favorite canned beverages.

This toilet cleaning system hides away in your toilet tank, but works hard to keep your toilet clean by releasing bleach and a cleaner with every single flush. Installing it on your toilet’s tank wakes just a minute or two, and after that you’ll enjoy a clean and deodorized toilet bowl without needing to pull out your toilet brush or using tablets that harm your plumbing system.

These silicone garlic peeling tubes save you a ton of time during dinner prep. Even if your recipe requires a lot of garlic, these easy-to-clean peelers are up to the task and can peel multiple cloves at once. Bonus perk: these no-touch peelers mean your hands won’t get sticky or smell like garlic. They also have a small cutout if you want to hang them in an easy-to-grab spot.

Laundry day can take forever, especially if you’re drying towels or sheets. This pack of plastic dryer balls helps your clothes — and linens — dry faster so you can wash, fold, and get on with your day. You can also stop spending money on dryer sheets because these endlessly reusable quick-drying laundry helpers prevent wrinkles and fluff your towels just as well, if not better, than the alternative thanks to their little spikes. They’ll even replace your go-to fabric softener and create less static in your clothes.

Get through your dishes quicker with this soap dispensing dish brush. The refillable soap holder means you don’t have to stop washing to grab more soap. Simply press the button to release more soap whenever you’re running out of suds. Thanks to the drip-free design, soap won’t leak on your countertop when you’re not using it,

Sort your mail or other important files and keep them organized with the help of this wire organizer. This organizer has two tiers for papers or magazines and a top section to sort mail, bills, invitations, and other important documents. There are even two metal mesh slots on the side for pens, stamps, or your mailbox key.

You can clean your dishwasher and dishes simultaneously with these dishwasher cleaning tablets in an empty or loaded dishwasher. Simply, drop one of the tablets in the bottom of your dishwasher, put detergent in its compartment, and run it like normal. If you need a more thorough clean, add a tablet to the detergent tray and run it without dishes. Either way, these tablets will clean every part of your dishwasher and get rid of odors, mineral build-up, and limescale with no effort on your end.

The days of precariously balancing on your couch to reach your ceiling fan are over thanks to this ceiling fan duster. It has an extra-long handle that extends from 27 to 47 inches, so you can safely stand on the floor to dust. This duster is built to clean both sides of your fan blades at once because of the clever oval design, but this can also be extremely helpful for tall ceiling corners. Oh, and no need to worry about dirt raining down on you — the fluffy design effectively locks in the dust.

With an astonishing 4.8-star rating on Amazon, this compact electric can opener doesn’t need any help from you to open cans while you’re busy cooking. Pop it on top of the can, push the button, and this battery-operated opener will get started. You don’t even have to hold onto it while it works because it sticks to the can with a magnet. When it’s done, the magnet holds onto the loose lid, and your can won’t have any sharp edges.

Get your chores done more efficiently throughout the week with this magnetic chore chart. It comes with a magnetic eraser and six magnetic dry erase markers so you could even go above and beyond and color-code your chores or the person in charge of doing them. Just be sure to check them off throughout the week, so you’re not left with a bunch of cleaning to do on Saturday.

These Swedish dishcloths are made of absorbent cellulose and cotton that soaks up all types of spills from glass, wood, marble, tile, stainless steel, and other surfaces. A more eco-friendly alternative to paper towels, these cloths dry quickly, so they’re always ready for the next spill. When you’re done with them, toss them in the washing machine so you can make them clean all over again.

It’s tempting to messily pull your duvet cover up and call it a day, but this bed sheet tucker is a game-changer. It helps you quickly make your bed with perfectly tucked sheets and crisp corners. This specially designed plastic tool helps you tuck your sheets without even lifting your mattress. It works on plenty of bed frames, including platform beds.

Use these magical cleaning pads to quickly clean up messes instead of endlessly scrubbing with a regular sponge. OK, there’s no real magic in these sponges, they’re just made of dense melamine foam that can wipe away even the grodiest grime without a surface cleaner. Simply wet the cleaning pad and wipe away messes.

This set of BPA-free airtight food storage containers comes with everything you need for quick pantry organization. You’ll get labels, a labeling marker, and universal lids that allow you to stack these bins right on top of each other. The lids also have a locking lever to keep your favorite snack sealed, so you can ensure your food stays fresh.

You know that tiny line of crumbs that never makes it into the dustpan? This broom and dustpan set has a rubber strip that traps tiny crumbs and stops them from sliding underneath. There’s even an attached broom comb to make sure every last crumb makes it into the extra-large dustpan. It also locks in place when you’re ready to empty, saving you from having to clean all over again. Plus, this genius sweeping duo clips together when you’re done.

These cushioned refrigerator liners are easy to pull out and wipe down anytime there’s a spill, and the unique bubble texture helps prevents spills from spreading. Plus, these 100% food-safe (of course) and non-slip liners will protect your fridge from scratches, condensation, and food spills. And there’s no need to measure your fridge before buying, because you can just cut these liners to size.

When it’s time to dry your dishes, this over-the-sink dish rack is the easiest thing to reach for. You don’t need to set it up like countertop options: Simply roll it out and place up to 70 pounds of dishes on the rust-resistant stainless steel bars. The non-slip grips keep it secure on your sink as your dishes drip directly into the vessel. Plus, this rack can double as a trivet because it’s heat-resistant up to 400 degrees.

Each of these grocery bag handles hold up to 80 pounds, which means you can more easily carry all of your grocery bags at once without dropping any. Each handle has two hooks to stack as many bags as you can fit, but these bag carriers have a soft handle that won’t dig into your skin the way plastic grocery bags do.

This two-tier steamer with an automatic turn-off feature is especially handy for quick after-work dinners. It only takes 30 seconds to get started, so it’s ready to steam fish, dumplings, or veggies quickly. The separate and stackable steaming baskets let you cook your protein of choice and sides all at once. And after dinner, the baskets and the lid are dishwasher-safe, which makes cleanup a breeze.

This natural stain remover will get stains out of your laundry and fabrics around your home, and it was built for kids’ stains, so you know it’ll work on everything. The non-toxic, unscented formula works on all types of stains, even oil, blood, and food. It works instantly with a few spritzes and a little blotting.

Anytime a cake pan overflows or cheese melts off frozen pizza, this non-stick oven liner will catch it and prevent hard-to-remove burned bits from making your oven a smelly mess. Instead of scrubbing your oven, just pull out the liner and wipe it clean or put it in the dishwasher. You can trim this liner to fit your oven’s exact dimensions, and it’s totally safe for oven temperatures up to 500 degrees. If you have liner leftover or are in need of other oven-safe products, this liner doubles as a baking or grill mat.

This BPA-free plastic self-watering planter is for those of us who love our plant babies but hate watering day. The removable tray is the perfect bottom-watering solution — just pour water in the reservoir using the handy removable watering attachment. The hollow legs of this planter will handle the rest for up to two weeks. Plus, it has an elevated and ventilated design that gives the soil plenty of airflow, so no worries about root rot.

This adorable non-toxic microwave cleaner makes cleaning up food stains and splatters easier. Simply fill it up with water and vinegar before you pop it in your microwave for five to eight minutes. It loosens leftover food spills, so won’t have to spend time scrubbing. You can also add in lemon juice instead of vinegar. You’ll still get the same cleaning benefits, and it will leave a fresh lemon scent.

Sort your laundry as it gets dirty with this rust-resistant rolling laundry cart. There are four compartments for lights, darks, towels, and all of those clothes with very specific washing instructions. Each compartment is an individual, durable, and waterproof lining laundry basket that’s completely removable and easy to carry with the included handles. If you want to do all your laundry at once, this cart can be rolled from the bedroom to the laundry room, and the wheels lock to keep it in place when needed.

This meal planning pad can hang right on your fridge, so you’ll never forget what you planned to have for dinner that night. It also has a handy grocery list section on the side so you can add ingredients as you plan out your weekly meals or use the last bit of oat milk. The best part is: the grocery list section is perforated, so you can pull it off and take it on your grocery run.

This extendable tile scrubber will get your tiles cleaner than they’ve ever been because you can actually reach all of them without you balancing on the edge of the tub. Yep, this thing can extend from 26 to 42 inches. The triangular, pivoting scrubber head is built to deep clean every tile and all of the grout, including the corners.

This expandable bamboo drawer organizer is designed for your cooking utensils and can have seven to nine slots, depending on how large your drawer is. There are long, deep compartments to fit tongs, spatulas, your go-to wooden spoon as well as smaller slots for cutlery and smaller utensils, like measuring spoons. This organizer is totally water-resistant and complete with non-slip feet, so it won’t slide when you open your drawer.

This tiny vacuum cleaner has a 360-degree design so you can slide it all over your dinner table, coffee table, or desk in any direction to vacuum up messes. While you’re tidying, you can even use this 3 1/4-inch vacuum to clean your computer, keyboard, or to clean small spaces in your car, and it’s small enough to easily keep nearby at all times. Unlike other tabletop vacuums, this one is charged by USB and will run for over six hours on one charge.

Get through your dishes quicker with this soap dispensing dish brush. The refillable soap holder means you don’t have to stop washing to grab more soap. Simply press the button to release more soap whenever you’re running out of suds. Thanks to the drip-free design, soap won’t leak on your countertop when you’re not using it.

If you’ve ever experienced a broken plastic grocery bag, you’ll know why these reusable grocery bags are genius. They’re extra-large, and you can fit five normal grocery bag’s worth of items in each one. You’ll also never have to worry about a broken bag again because they have reinforced bottoms that hold up to 65 pounds. Plus, their structured design stays open while you unpack, making putting away groceries slightly less annoying.

This dishwasher-safe tofu press is just large enough for a block of tofu (or paneer), so it won’t take up a bunch of extra space in your cabinet. Instead of awkwardly balancing your cast iron skillet on top of paper towel-wrapped tofu, add your tofu to this device, choose from two pressure settings, and it will only take 15 minutes to fully press. There’s even a built-in drainage tray in the bottom to collect all of the liquid, saving you from another mess

You’ll always have what you need to quickly pack lunch with this bulk pack of dishwasher-safe meal prep containers. They’re complete with three compartments, so you won’t need to carry around separate containers in your bag. Each one is BPA-free, microwave-safe, and comes with a leak-resistant lid. If you’re really on top of meal planning, you can stick your prepped containers in the freezer.

Toy pickup time can even be a fun thing to do with your kids with this storage bean bag. This soft, durable cotton storage solution is perfect for putting away plush toys because it zips up and doubles as a comfy bean bag chair. It’s also a great spot for extra clothes or blankets. This machine-washable storage bag is complete with a handle to pull it around with you while you tidy up.

If you’re tired of dusting your glass stovetop, protect it with this waterproof rubber stovetop cover when you’re not cooking. It’s non-slip and dishwasher-safe for whenever it’s dusty (or you spill something). Plus, it lets you use your stovetop as extra counter space for prepping dinner. When you’re ready to cook, this cover has two loops on the top and comes with hooks, so you can hang it.

This electric potato peeler actually works on any fruit and vegetable that fits including eggplant, apples, carrots, and more. The adjustable holder lowers or raises to keep your produce secure. It gets all of the skin off in one smooth movement and does so in about 10 seconds, which is much, much faster and easier than peeling anything by hand.