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40 Things That Instantly Make Your Home Look A Lot Better For Under $35 On Amazon

Because upgrading your home doesn’t have to break the bank.

by Nina Bradley
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Upgrading your dwelling space doesn't have to cost a fortune. With just a few simple additions that cost less than $35, you can instantly give your home a new look and feel. Small changes can make a major impact on the aesthetic of your living space, transforming its overall vibe within minutes. So, if you're looking for a change that doesn't cost much, check out these Amazon products that instantly make your home look a lot better.

Whether you place a magnetic knife holder on your kitchen wall, lay an area rug in your living room, or toss a cozy throw blanket across your bed, your home will quickly feel more relaxing and functional. How about a car waxer, or even a set of furniture markers that can help fix scratches in wood? Easy-fix items such as these can be of immense value, helping to alleviate the need for a car detail shop or handyman while making your home look really good at the same time.

To simplify your shopping experience, I've created a list of some of Amazon's best home improvement items. And, the best part is that they're all affordable, which means you won't have to empty your wallet to begin revamping.

As you scroll through, you're sure to find plenty of things you need — along with just as many you probably never knew you did. No matter what you choose, each option will be a great contribution to making your new home upgrading project a total breeze.

1This Set Of Refrigerator Liners To Keep Your Shelves & Drawers Clean

Place these liners into your refrigerator drawers for an easy way to keep things clean and fresh-smelling. Each one is made of material that prevents mold and absorbs moisture. They're additionally BPA, PVA-free, and well ventilated to help prevent your produce from going bad. This set includes a total of six mats that can be trimmed to fit your fridge's shelves and drawers.

2The Adhesive Marble Paper That Spruces Up Any Surface

This self-adhesive marble liner has so many miraculous uses. It can be used in cabinets, drawers, bookcases, on countertops, and more. The design is pristine, while the paper itself is easy to cut and apply.

3The Magnetic Kitchen Knife Holder Made Of Walnut Wood

This magnetic knife holder is the perfect accessory for any kitchen. It's crafted with walnut hardwood that's durable and polished. This product comes with all of the necessary hardware as well as instructions to mount it.

4A Pot & Pat Organizer That Can Expand To Fit Your Space

Instead of balancing your pots and pans in a pile inside your cabinet, place them into this expandable organizer. It's made of iron, so it's durable — and the dividers inside are adjustable to fit pots and pans of various sizes.

5These Gap Fillers For The Space Between Your Stove & Countertops

Prevent spills and debris from falling into the crevices of your kitchen with these gap fillers. They're made of food-grade, heat resistant silicone and stay perfectly in place once cut and situated. Offered in black and white, they're easy to clean and remove when desired.

6This Collection Of Succulents That'll Liven-Up Your Home

This set of succulents are sure to add beauty and liveliness to your home. The pack of five offers an assortment of easy-care greenery that can be placed anywhere around your dwelling space. Each plant in this set comes in a two-inch pot, ready for use.

7The Wood Markers That Help Correct Imperfection In Your Furniture

This kit will do an amazing job of prolonging the life of your furniture. It includes 13 markers and wax sticks along with a sharpener. Each set comes with maple, oak, cherry, walnut, mahogany, and black to help you fill in nicks, dings, and imperfections in minutes.

8An Over-The-Door Organizer For Keeping Closets Organized

Closets can work wonders for making your home look neat and tidy — but the key is having well-organized closets that contain lots of clutter and keep everything easy to find. Enter the over-the-door ZOBER Purse Organizer, which is amazing for storing more than just purses. Reviewers report it can be used to store sweaters, paper towels, toilet paper, toiletries, and much more.

9This Set Of LED Strip Lights That Can Change Colors

Place these Bluetooth light strips in your bedroom, bathroom, or living room for a fun and entertaining light show. They offer multiple colors and modes, so you can customize your room's look and feel via remote or an app. Each piece is linkable to extend as long as you'd like, and they can also be trimmed if you need a shorter fit.

10A Non-Slip Bamboo Mat That Dries Fast

Eco-friendly and natural, this bamboo mat is great for use outside of your shower, sauna, or kitchen. It features an anti-slip bottom and is water-resistant (as well as comfortable under your feet). The ventilated design ensures that it'll dry quickly after use, and the neutral coloring means it will look amazing in any home.

11The Satin Sheet Set That Comes In A Variety Of Vibrant Colors

This four-piece satin sheet set can work wonders on your hair and skin as you sleep. They ensure less tangling and dryness of your strands since they don't absorb moisture. Each set comes with a flat sheet, a deep-pocketed fitted sheet, and two pillowcases. Choose the best of many colors.

  • Available sizes: Twin - California King

12A Sofa Arm Tray With Room For Your Tablet, Phone, & A Drink

Install this caddy on the armrest of your chair or sofa for easy access to your must-have items while you relax. There are built-in spaces for your tablet, phone, and a drink — and the flexible siding made with wooden panels drapes over the cushion effortlessly.

13A Colorful Toilet Night Light That's Motion-Activated

This LED toilet light is fun for the whole family. It features motion-sensor detection, so it automatically activates when someone gets near and allows you to choose between eight different colors or select a color-cycle for changing lights. This product is easy to install and use, operating on three AAA batteries.

14This Bronze Shelving Unit That Fits Over Your Toilet

Need some extra shelves in your bathroom? Just add this over-the-toilet unit. Not only is it useful for storing toiletries, but it also looks sleek (thanks to the bronze-coating steel). You can also choose from satin nickel and white.

15A Set Of Smokeless Pillar Candles

With a 55-hour burn time and smokeless, lead-free cotton wicks, this three-pack of Melt Candle Company Pillar Candles is a beautiful accent for any home. These unscented candles are four inches tall and there’s a six-inch version in the same listing. Each paraffin wax candle is hand poured and they are available in ten colors to blend with your decor.

16Under-Cabinet LED Lights For A Customized Kitchen (No Drilling Required!)

This two-pack of LED lights lets you add under-cabinet light to your kitchen anywhere you could use a boost. The lights offer 100 hours of remote-operated light via batteries and while they come with screws for mounting, they can also be installed with an included heavy-duty adhesive. The remote offers lots of options including setting them to automatically shut off after a specific interval of time.

17This Cabinet Organizer With 3-Tiered Shelves

Stick two or more of these tiered shelves next to each other in your kitchen or bathroom cabinets for more storage space and way more organization. It has three shelves to see all of your items like skincare products or even canned goods, and there’s a slim drawer on the front.

18These Fridge Handle Covers That Come In Tons Of Designs

If you're trying to keep your fridge handles clean, these covers can help. They're each soft and backed with a non-slip coating, and they come in various designs. You can use them on the handles of your oven or dishwasher, too.

19This Rustic Jewelry Holder With Rotating Necklace Hooks

Mount this jewelry holder to any wall for easy access to your earrings, necklaces, rings, and more. It features rotating hooks that offer convenient access to your items and a wood shelf that stores other trinkets. This product will also add a rustic design to your bedroom, bathroom, or closet.

20These Rustic Floating Shelves To Keep Your Things On Display

Give your home some added storage space, or create a unique display with these stylish corner shelves. The rustic design is a great accent for your home, and the two-pack — each holding up to 40 pounds — allows you to place them next to or parallel with one another. They'll look great in your living room, bedroom, or office and come accompanied with all the necessary hardware to install.

21The Dish Tray That Holds Sponges, Brushes, & More

Place this dish tray on your countertop to hold sponges, dish towels, and other items needed around the sink. It's made of waterproof and rustproof stainless steel, making it perfect for nearly any kitchen design. There's a bracket that ensures its stability, and it is easy to assemble in minutes.

22These Chalkboard Label Stickers For Organizing

Use these chalkboard stickers to label jars, cans, boxes, and more. This set of 96 offers different shapes that are waterproof and reusable time after time. There's also a bonus white chalk marker included that writes smoothly and dries quickly.

23A Convenient Key Holder With A Spot For Your Mail

This key and mail holder is perfect for your entryway or office, because it holds your essentials — even sunglasses. It's made of dark-colored pine wood with black metal accents for a rustic and sleek design. It also has five durable hooks for keys, dog leashes, and more.

24These Mini Plant Hangers For Your Succulents

These mini plant hangers will add a bit of liveliness to any room. Their minimalist design is super modern and on-trend, while the attached rope makes them simple for hanging. Each order comes with two golden metal hangers and two white ceramic plant pots with cotton ropes.

25These Lavender-Filled Sachets That Keep Clothing Smelling Fresh

Place these sachets in your closet, clothing drawers, or gym bag for fresh-smelling clothing. Each one is filled with dried lavender buds, so they're pleasantly aromatic. This set comes with 24 for a concentrated scent that you can place anywhere around your home.

26This Reusable Pet Hair Remover For A Fur-Free Couch

This handy reusable pet hair remover uses the power of static electricity to let you easily lift pet fur off a variety of surfaces — including your couch and chairs. This tool makes it easy to empty collected fur with just the push of a button and there is no sticky tape to dispose of. The next time you have unexpected guests, a few quick swipes will make your home look neater.

27An Automatic Soap Dispenser That'll Also Help Keep Your Counters Clean

This automatic soap dispenser will help you wash your hands without touching the container, because it'll detect when your hands are underneath the nozzle. The device is compact enough to fit onto your bathroom countertop and operates with four AA batteries for cordless use. It also includes an on-and-off switch and adjustable volume controls for the amount of soap that comes out.

28A Clear Organizer That Holds & Dispenses Cotton Swabs, Toothpicks, & More

This organizer can hold and dispense cotton swabs, toothpicks, and other small items. It's made of clear, durable plastic that'll blend into your decor — and you can buy the matching cylinder for larger items on your vanity.

29This Label Maker To Help You Tag Items For Easy Storage & Access

You can use this label maker to easily tag items around your home. It can print five different fonts and offers a preview option that allows you to view them before printing. This device operates with batteries and is compact as well as lightweight.

30A Sleek Espresso Maker That Works On The Stovetop

Make espresso on your own stovetop by using this espresso maker and manual coffee percolator. It's designed to work on all gas and electric stovetops and can make nine cups at a time. Easy to assemble and brew, this pot is available in four color options.

31Some Secure Adhesive Strips For Hanging Wall Art Without Nails Or Tacks

Never put holes in your wall again! These best-selling hanging adhesive strips from Command let you display posters, banners, flags, and more in no time. The weight limit is 0.5 pounds per strip, so they could even hold a lightweight TV remote if needed. “Easily applied and easily removed with no residue,” one fan reported.

32This Stylish Tabletop Wine Rack That Also Holds Glasses

Set this tabletop wine rack on any surface to display your favorite beverages. It's totally freestanding and can hold up to four wine bottles and four glasses at once. The assembly is simple and easy, requiring only four screws to install.

33These No-Drill Under-Cabinet Mug Holders

These under-cabinet mug holders have six hooks each to hold coffee mugs, kitchen utensils, or they’re even perfect for your entryway to hang bags and keys. They’re no-drill, so they don’t require screws. If your items are extra-heavy, they come with adhesive accessories that help secure them.

34The Durable Cups To Match Your Pastel Plate Set

Pair these eco-friendly cups with the aforementioned plate set to complete your collection of pastel eatery. This set comes with five cups that are biodegradable and suitable for use in the freezer, dishwasher, and microwave. Stack these unbreakable cups in your cabinet to save space.

35A Bamboo Cutting Board With Built-In Storage For All Your Mise En Place

When your recipe calls for a bunch of diced veggies and garlic, it can be a pain to transfer them to individual dishes that clutter your workspace. With this genius bamboo cutting board, you get four built-in storage containers — just slide what you’ve chopped in until all your prep work is done. The dishwasher-safe, plastic containers are also great for storing extra ingredients for your charcuterie board, and thanks to the board’s side handles, you can carry it to any part of your kitchen or serving area with ease.

36These Eco-Friendly Pastel Plates Made With Wheat Straw Fiber

This set of eco-friendly plates are sure to brighten up your home. They're made of natural and non-toxic wheat straw fiber, starch, and premium polypropylene material. This set comes with four pastel plates. Each of which are unbreakable and safe for the dishwasher and microwave.

37This Lid & Utensil Stand That's Useful While Cooking

Navigate your kitchen a little easier with this lid stand, which also helps reduce clutter. It can hold lids and other utensils — such as spatulas and ladles — while you cook so that everything is right there when you need it. The construction is durable and rust-resistant.

38This Spoon Rest That'll Help Prevent Messy Countertops

Eliminate messy drips around your kitchen with this silicone utensil rest. It keeps your countertops clean while making sure your utensils close are within reach. The holder is BPA-free and crafted with four slots to hold spatulas, spoons, whisks, and more.

39The Toothpaste Dispenser That Mounts To Your Wall

Install this toothpaste dispenser to your bathroom for simple, non-contact use. It's made of durable, BPA-free plastic and mounts on your wall without tools (only an adhesive strip). It's durable and easy to clean, making the task of brushing your teeth much more enjoyable.

40This Polisher That'll Keep Your Cars Looking Great

Give your vehicles premium treatment with this waxer and polisher. This set comes with a 6-inch polisher, one foam applicator bonnet, and two polishing bonnets for use on cars, trucks, boats, and more. It has a 10-foot cord and is equipped with a comfortable two-handle design for easy handling and use.

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