Not to sound dramatic, but the home improvement ideas that you’ll find on this list truly do create amazing results. But don’t be intimidated: They are easy to pull off (you don’t need expert DIY skills or tons of time) and they’re all low in cost — to the tune of $25 or less.
Hide stains & protect your cushions with a stretchy couch cover
Shield your couch against pet messes, stains, and other potential damage with this stretchy cover that goes right onto the cushion. It has a soft feel, and the leaf design adds a textured element to the room. There are many size options (and a few other neutrals) in the listing for an ideal fit.
Brighten up your deck or fence with solar lights
Outdoor spaces like your deck or fence far too dim? Use these 12 solar-powered lights for ample illumination. They charge during the day, then flip on automatically at night, putting out a warm white glow for hours. The lights are 100% waterproof, so you can keep them out year-round.
Create extra shower storage with stick-on caddies
Don’t pile your shampoo, conditioner, and other bathroom products on the shower floor. These stainless steel caddies stick directly onto the wall/tile, creating tons of handy spots for your essentials. The set includes six different pieces (including spacious caddies and a toothbrush holder), all for less than $20. Choose from seven finishes in the listing.
Add a plug-in pendant light for extra brightness
This pendant light plugs into an outlet for power so you can hang it almost anywhere that’d benefit from some extra brightness. The cord is a whopping 15 feet long, and the fixture utilizes a standard light bulb for convenience. The shade comes in several solids and one pattern in the listing.
Hang window film for style & privacy
Not only does this 3D floral window film make the surface far prettier, but it also creates a level of privacy for your space. The peel-and-stick application is straightforward to do, though it doesn’t leave behind residue should you want to take it down. Several other styles can be found in the listing to match your style.
Stick on gold handles to elevate furniture or cabinets
Give furniture pieces or cabinets new life by adding these golden handles to them — they stick in place with their adhesive backing (so the upgrade couldn’t be simpler to pull off). The handles are made from durable aluminum alloy, and three finishes are available in the listing to match other hardware in the room. Ten come in a set.
Repair dings & scratches on wooden furniture & floors
Dings, scratches, scuffs, and other damage in wooden furniture or flooring throughout your home can easily be fixed. You just need this repair kit; it comes with five markers and five wax crayons (in five shades, including black, oak, and walnut to match) to pull off the touch-ups — the results are instant and permanent.
Use waterproof covers to hide or avoid stains on chairs
Don’t let your fabric dining room chairs end up stained: These chair covers offer a waterproof layer of protection for the surface (they also cover existing stains well). The set comes with four chair covers for just $25; they’ll stretch to fit seat cushions that are 15 to 19 inches in width. Ten colors can be found in the listing.
Illuminate dim areas with motion-activated lights
Dim areas like hallways, closets, stairs, and more can benefit from these bar lights. They have an adhesive backing (or can be screwed in place for permanency), and when there’s movement nearby, the lights flip on automatically, glowing a warm white hue to illuminate the area. Three come in a pack.
Get pet hair off furniture & more with a reusable roller
A best-seller on Amazon, this reusable pet hair remover gets rid of shed hair from pretty much any surface around your home, including carpet, curtains, bedding, and more. It traps the hair in the built-in receptacle for dumping into the trash later on. It doesn’t utilize a power source or adhesive.
Transfer shampoo & more into sleek dispensers
Say goodbye to your ugly shampoo, conditioner, and body wash bottles. This three-chamber dispenser mounts in place on your shower wall, offering a far sleeker dispensing solution for these must-have products. Each chamber holds over 12 ounces, and the large buttons on the front are simple to press.
Make a plain wall more interesting with adhesive trim
Wall trim isn’t a project for the pros: This 3D trim has an adhesive backing, allowing you to stick it right in place for a decorative accent. You could even attach it to cabinets, a mirror, or any other smooth surface. “I love this stuff. It's easy to handle, cuts with [...] scissors. Seems to stick well,” confirmed one fan. The roll is 16.4 feet long.
Add a handy magnetic spice rack to the side of your fridge
Utilize the side of your fridge (or any other magnetic spot, for that matter) for storage via this spice rack set that’ll magnetize in place. It comes with four sturdy tiers, each of which can hold up to 12 jars of spices or other cooking essentials you want in reach. There are hanging hooks, too.
Wrap up rogue electronic cords with stick-on clams
Utilize these 24 hook-and-loop clams to wrap up cables and cords pretty much anywhere — like your kitchen, bathroom, office, and more. Each one can be stuck onto the electronic item, securing the cord directly to it.
Install a rechargeable light in areas with no electrical wiring
Some rooms (like closets) aren’t well-designed for wired lighting. Luckily, this ceiling light is powered by a built-in rechargeable battery so you don’t have to worry about it. It can last over a month, depending on the mode you use it in. And the color temperature and brightness are adjustable via the included remote control.
Let in natural light by opening curtains with tiebacks
Natural light can make a world of difference in a space, and these curtain tiebacks hold open any drapes to make this happen. Each one in the pair has a handwoven rope design, and the length can be adjusted as needed to accommodate even the thickest of curtains.
Hide an unsightly outlet with an ultra-thin cover
This ultra-thin cover will conceal an entire messy outlet situation. Run the 3-foot power cord to a more hidden location (like behind an appliance or furniture) to keep everything plugged in and powered as normal.
Replace bulky cardboard boxes with a bamboo plastic bag holder
For a cleaner pantry, turn to this bamboo organizer that can hold all of your single-use plastic bags. It has individual compartments for various sizes of baggies (accommodating even the large gallon ones), plus included labels to recall what’s what.
Switch to satin pillowcases that are gentler on hair & skin
These satin pillowcases have a silky surface that feels dreamy and can also potentially benefit your hair and skin. “This pillowcase set offers great value for the price. The fabric feels smooth and gentle on the skin, and it helps reduce hair frizz and pillow‑crease marks in the morning,” shared one shopper, who added that they’re simple to wash. The pair comes in tons of colors in the listing.
Create a serene sleeping environment with blackout curtains
Transform your bedroom into a serene sleeping oasis by hanging these blackout curtains that block up to 99.9% of light. They also keep out UV rays, unwanted noise, and extreme temperatures to save on your energy bill. Various colors and sizes are up for grabs in the listing. Your order comes with one panel.
Make your house easy to spot with a light-up address sign
Make sure that visitors and delivery drivers alike can spot your house; this house number sign is solar powered, glowing brightly at night (it flips on automatically). The sign can be hung directly on your house or placed in the ground using the stake. And there are three lighting modes to pick from.
Add custom lighting with stick-on puck lights
Wherever you need a little extra lighting, these puck lights can provide it. “They can transform a kitchen and make it look expensive. I love that these have different warmths to the light that can be changed,” confirmed one commenter, who also used them at their home bar. Three come in a pack, and they come with a remote for setting a timer or adjusting the brightness.
Avoid slamming with a magnetic door stopper
Drifting or slamming doors, no more. This magnetic stopper holds any door (even thick, heavy ones) securely open as long as you want. And the integrated soft-catch technology ensures it does so quietly. The stopper installs with either adhesive or screws.
Clear counters by mounting your paper towels on a magnetic holder
Clear your kitchen counters: This paper towel holder is magnetic, allowing you to attach it to the side of your fridge or another magnetic area to give you back some space. The two-piece design means it can accommodate any roll from any brand.
Keep out drafts & debris with a stick-on stopper
Install this silicone stopper on your door (using the adhesive backing), and it’ll keep out extreme temperatures, unwanted noise, debris, and other nuisances. The strip is almost 40 inches long, though it can be trimmed with scissors for a precise fit on any exterior door.
Attach sliders to small appliances for easier access
Attach these smooth sliders to the bottom of any small appliance — like your coffee maker, stand mixer, toaster, and more — so that you can slide it forward for access without any lifting. You can slide it back into place when not in use, too. Twenty four sliders come with for under $10.
Prevent pooling water with a sloped kitchen sink organizer
With its sloped base, this kitchen sink organizer directs water right back into the sink. “Love the design of this sponge holder,” shared one fan. “No more sitting water, looks great in my kitchen, holds everything in one place, and is also a space saver!” It comes in five finishes and two sizes in the listing.
Hang a wireless vanity light to make getting ready easier
Getting ready in the morning is more efficient with this vanity light; its 106 light beads can be set to various color temperatures and a range of brightness levels so you can see what you’re doing. It sticks in place with adhesive, and the rechargeable battery means you don’t have to mess around with any wiring to illuminate it.
Stick on baseboard molding to complete a room
Give any room a finishing touch with the addition of this baseboard trim. It’s DIY-friendly to put up — stick it in place with its adhesive backing, then trim off the excess. This is the classic white option (which you can’t go wrong with), but there are also other unique colors to consider in the listing.
Use wall plates with LEDs for efficient illumination
You don’t need to plug in a night-light to illuminate dark areas. Instead, swap regular wall plates for these wall plates that boast built-in LEDs. They cost next-to-nothing to power, largely because they’ll flip on and off on their own depending on the surrounding lighting situation.
Lay down an eye-catching door mat to trap dirt & debris
Trap dirt, grass, and other debris before it even enters your home using this coir door mat. It also welcomes your guests for you — literally. The mat has a sturdy backing that prevents it from sliding around, especially when wet. It measures a whopping 5 feet wide for impact and coverage.
Add whimsy indoors or out with a curtain light strand
Covered in over 300 warm lights, this curtain light strand makes spaces indoors or out feel much more whimsical. The lights can be set to eight different modes — like flashing, waves, or just steady on — and they’re spread across 18 separate strands. The whole thing measures 10 by 10 feet.
Squeeze in extra storage with a corner shelf
Sneak in a little extra storage — whether that’s in your bathroom, office, or somewhere else — thanks to this shelf unit that fits perfectly in a corner. It boasts two bamboo storage tiers, plus a metal structure for peak sturdiness. It comes in tons of finishes in the listing.
Install wall planter holders to bring the outdoors in
Bring a natural touch to any room with the addition of these planter holders that mount on the wall. Each one in the pair is made from metal with a circular tray featuring a raised rim to securely hold the plant pot in place.
Utilize a hanging organizer for back-of-the-door storage
Utilize the back of any regular door for extra storage: This five-tier organizer has two metal hooks at the top for hanging it up. It’s perfect for a bathroom, bedroom, pantry, or any room that needs help in the organization department. Two organizers come included to spread through your home.
Upgrade to a rain showerhead for a spa-like experience
This rain showerhead gives you a spa-like shower experience all from the comfort of home. It features 90 rubber jets to create this high-pressure water stream, and even with this, it has a maximum outflow of 1.8 gallons per minute to help save on your water heating bill.
Utilize an outlet extender to charge more devices neatly
Get a bunch of electronics powered at the same time thanks to this outlet extender that has nine total ports (including five outlets and four USB ports). The ports are well spaced to avoid blocking issues. And surge protection helps keep everything safe.
Use a mounted holder for brooms, mops & other tools
Brooms, mops, rakes, and other similar tools are notoriously difficult to stash — they fall right over. However, this wall-mounted organizer has five slots (with nonslip silicone rollers) to grasp onto each handle for storage. There are four hanging hooks, too. Install it with the included screws to hold up to 30 pounds or the included adhesive to hold up to 8 pounds of tools.
Clean ceiling fans with an extendable duster
You don’t have to break out the ladder to clean your ceiling fans and light fixtures. This extendable duster reaches nearly 50 inches long for a thorough clean as you stand on stable ground. The double-sided head is soft and dense to grab onto dust. It’s washable and reusable.
Put an absorbent mat under the coffee maker to catch drips
Made from diatomite stone, this thick mat instantly sucks up liquids and dries quickly, so it’s ideal for underneath a coffee machine or another similar appliance. “The rubber backing keeps it in place, and it does a great job hiding stains, which is a huge plus for daily use. It’s durable, easy to clean, and has held up perfectly over time,” noted one commenter. It comes in various styles and sizes in the listing.
Utilize vacuum storage bags to maximize space
Spare blankets, seasonal clothing, extra towels, and other similar items should all be stored in these vacuum storage bags. When you remove all of the excess air in the bag (using the included hand pump or a vacuum), it reduces the original volume by up to 80% to maximize space. Your order includes four 24-by-16-inch bags, but other sizes can be found in the listing.
Grab a narrow cart for extra storage nearly anywhere
This four-tier plastic cart is less than 5 inches wide, allowing you to position it almost anywhere to sneak in some extra storage. It’s even on wheels for relocating from room to room. And you can lock them once in place. Five colors are up for grabs in the listing.
Hang keys & other essentials on this self-adhesive holder
Struggle to locate your keys? Hang this stainless steel holder right next to your door or in your entryway as a designated spot for them. It goes up with adhesive and boasts four hooks; you could also use it for spare umbrellas or a small bag.
Position heat-resistant liners in your oven to catch drips
The simplest way to keep your oven clean, these heat-resistant liners sit in the bottom of the oven (or on the lowest rack, depending on your oven), catching drips, spills, and splashes. Then, you can pull them out and stick them in the dishwasher for cleaning. They’re reusable, too. Three come in a pack.
Incorporate faux potted plants for a touch of greenery without effort
It doesn’t matter that these artificial plants aren’t real: They’ll still bring a natural green element to any room. The six plants are made from plastic, and they come ready for display in white planters. Each one ends up costing just over $2. They have earned a 4.5-star overall rating on Amazon — rare for faux plants.
Use a cushioned kitchen mat for comfier meal prep
Made from thick memory foam, this kitchen mat is far comfier to stand on for long periods of time (like while you prep meals, wash dishes, and do other kitchen tasks). The exterior surface is PVC, which is water- and stain-resistant. Choose from other styles and various sizes in the listing.
Stick corner grippers onto a rug to stop it from sliding
Curling, sliding rug? Never again — once you stick these corner grippers onto the underside. They’ll hold the rug in place on surfaces indoors or out (they’re 100% waterproof) without causing any damage. It’s a low-cost yet effective solution.
Wrangle electronic cables behind your desk with this kit
Between the keyboard, printer, chargers, and more, your office space comes with a lot of cords and cables. Luckily, this sleek cable raceway kit — which mounts underneath practically any desktop — can wrangle up to 16 cords to streamline the whole situation.
Stash seasonal shoes under beds in these organizers
You don’t need to keep out-of-season shoes accessible during the other months. Instead, store them in these shoe organizers, which are designed to fit under a bed, so they’re out of the way. The two fabric organizers have a clear zippered top to keep out dust.
Hide TV cords behind the wall with a pass-through kit
The best way to hide all of those cables coming from your TV? These cord pass-throughs that install in minutes (using just a drill) and allow the cords to be completely hidden behind the wall. The pass-through can even be painted to blend in further.
