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Quick & easy home upgrades that look so polished

— Amazon

Whether you call it freshening up, reorganizing, sprucing up your space, or something else, it can be easy to revitalize and cultivate your home without breaking the bank. There are plenty of simple things you can do — like displaying fresh or dried flowers in unique vases, adding your favorite scent, brightening up dark corners, or organizing clutter to instantly refresh your space to make it look polished, put-together, and effortlessly stylish. Scroll on for 50 quick and easy home upgrades to give you the refined look you’ve been craving.

These cotton hand towels with a cute woven fringe

EPHESUS TOWELS Turkish Hand Towels (Set Of 2)

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Elevate your kitchen or bathroom instantly when you swap out old, discolored, or mismatched hand towels for these sleek decorative ones. Not only do they absorb quickly and dry fast thanks to their Turkish cotton blend material, but they’re super soft and come in simple but eye-catching designs and colors with adorable woven fringe.

This stainless steel contact paper that’s easily removable

Yenhome Silver Brush Stainless Steel Contact Paper

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Turn any kitchen appliance into sleek stainless steel with this contact paper. With a peel-and-stick design, it can be applied to most flat surfaces and it won’t leave any sticky residue when removed. It’s waterproof, oil-proof, easy to clean, and even has that classic stainless steel shine.

These LED night lights that automatically turn on with motion

DORESshop LED Night-Lights (2-Pack)

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With a super modern, art deco-inspired square design, these night-lights are a design-forward way to illuminate to your bathroom, bedroom, hallway, or stairwell. They feature a motion sensor and have a sliding dimmer to adjust the light. They plug directly into the wall and are designed to never block the second outlet.

This sleek knife holder with a strong magnet

Strong Adhesive (No Drill) Magnetic Knife Holder for Wall - Professional 10 Inch Knife Strip - No Screws Needed - Adhesive Backing - Stainless Steel Knife Bar (Upgraded Version – Will Not Fall)

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Removing clutter is an instant way to make your home look more polished, and a great way to start is with this magnetic knife holder. It has a super strong adhesive back that can mount to your wall, tile backsplash, cabinet — you name it. The magnetic surface connects with all your knives to keep them sturdy and off the counter, all while looking so sleek.

These plastic organizing bins with a near-perfect rating

ClearSpace Pantry Organization & Food Storage Bin (4-Pack)

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Get your refrigerator, pantry, and shelves into tip-top shape with these clear storage bins. Besides being stackable so you can take advantage of vertical storage space, they’re also clear so you can always see what’s inside — and how much is left — at a glance. Plus, they have convenient handles that make grabbing them and putting them back a breeze. All of these handy features helped these containers earn a 4.7-star rating on Amazon.

These chic floating wooden hooks that hold 25 pounds each

COCOYA Wall-Mounted Wood Hooks (4-Pack)

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If your entryway could use a refresh, these wooden hooks are a simple but effective way to keep your bags, coats, and other daily essentials from piling up on your floor. The mid-century-inspired pieces mount to the wall with included screws to look like they’re floating, and they can each hold up to 25 pounds.

This digital alarm clock that doubles as a wireless charger

MOSITO Digital Alarm Clock with Wireless Charging

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Save space and remove clutter on your nightstand and use this two-in-one alarm clock that’s also a wireless charger. The brightness can be adjusted from 0 to 100% so it won’t bother you while you’re trying to sleep, and it has weekday and weekend settings for different times. And don’t worry, the charging is compatible with most Apple or Android phones.

This luxe looking soap dispenser with built-in sponge & brush caddies

ZCCZ Black Soap Dispenser with Sponge Holder, Kitchen Soap Dispenser Pump, Sponge Caddy and Brush Holder 3 in 1 Set Organizer for Sink Countertop, Removable Tray, Marble Look

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For a chic and decluttered kitchen sink look, check out this soap caddy with compartments for everything you need. It has a pump-top soap dispenser with a zinc alloy nozzle that won’t leak, a tall brush holder to keep it upright, and a long space to store your sponge. The whole thing has bottom holes to drain excess water and a removable drip tray.

These adhesive puck lights that are battery powered

Brilliant Evolution LED Lights (3-Pack)

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Because they’re battery-operated and controlled via remote, these puck lights can brighten up tricky spots that don’t have access to an outlet like under your kitchen cabinets, in a closet, and more. They use 3M adhesive tape to mount, are dimmable, and have multiple timer options for customizable lighting.

This adorable ruffled bed skirt that comes in a dozen colors

Elegant Comfort Multi-Ruffle Bed Skirt

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Taking advantage of the storage space under your bed is important, but covering up that storage space with a bedskirt is even more important for looks. This super durable one has a layered ruffle design with a 15-inch fall to hide everything under your bed while adding a shabby chic vibe to your space. Plus it fits snug underneath your mattress so it won’t shift.

A pair of easy-to-install corner shelves that are made of glass

GeekDigg 2-Pack Glass Shelf Shower Caddie, Adhesive Shower Caddy Shower Shelves for Inside Shower, No Drill Adhesive Wall Mounted Bathroom Organizer Shelves with Aluminium Brackets

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These corner shelves looks super expensive and custom in your bathroom or shower, but they’re actually so easy to install yourself. Each one can be mounted on glass, ceramic, marble, wood, or stone with screws or super strong sealant, which is more durable than a suction cup. And the rounded corner shape gives you a ton of storage without taking up a lot of space, all while looking so clean.

These food storage containers with an airtight, leakproof lid

Simply Gourmet Food Storage Containers (Pack of 7)

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Storing your food in these matching containers will give your pantry the uniform, super sleek look of a professional organizer’s dreams. They come in five height sizes, but they’re the same square shape so they’re stackable. Each one has a leakproof, airtight lid that will keep your food fresher longer, and they even come with chalkboard sticker labels.

These marble & gold book ends with a 4.9-star rating

Cork & Mill Marble Book Ends (Set of 2)

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Adding decor — like these chic marble book ends — to your bookshelf is a great way to elevate your space and make things look more thoughtfully designed. They’re made of real marble, so they each weigh about 9 pounds, so they’ll even keep your hardcover novels upright. But they also have a nonskid bottom that won’t scratch your surfaces.

A handy glass carafe & cup set that looks elegant on your table or nightstand

ZILJJ Bedside Water Carafe Set

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This carafe and glass set is so versatile you can use it for water on your nightstand, mouthwash in your bathroom, or to serve drinks on your kitchen table. The carafe holds 17 ounces and the cup holds 9 ounces, which is great for everyday use. And when it’s not being used, the cup sits on top of the carafe like a convenient lid.

A motion sensor wall sconce that’s rechargeable & portable

Miebul Motion Sensor Night Light

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The base of this wall sconce mounts to your wall with adhesive tape and has a rechargeable light that pops in and out of the magnetic attachment, so it can double as a flashlight in an emergency. The battery-powered piece emits a warm light and will automatically turn on when motion is detected within 13 feet and turns off after 15 seconds, giving you light only when you need it most.

These cloth napkins that instantly elevate your dinner parties

Utopia Home Cloth Napkins (24-Pack)

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With cloth napkins like these, your dinners are about to totally level up. Available in multiple square sizes, they’re easily foldable into different shapes to help design the tablescape of your dreams. Plus, they’re made of super durable polyester that can be tossed into the washing machine to clean after your guests have left, which makes them eco-friendly, too.

This discreet linen & bamboo bin that hides your toilet paper

Lonbet Toilet Paper Basket

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If you want to keep your toilet paper accessible but out of sight, check out this basket. It has a bamboo lid and frame that looks super chic yet the linen fabric makes it neutral and stylish. It has the capacity to hold up to 10 rolls of toilet paper. Plus it’s waterproof, sturdy, super lightweight, and slim enough for tight bathroom spaces.

These egg containers that come with lids for stacking

Greenco Egg Container for Refrigerator (Set of 2)

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These egg containers not only protect your egg from damage in the refrigerator, but they’re also stackable so you can take advantage of vertical storage space. They can each hold up to 14 eggs and they’re clear so you always know how many you have left and when it’s time for a grocery store run.

A small motion-sensor trash can that looks way more expensive than it is

ELPHECO Automatic Garbage Can

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This motion-sensor garbage can automatically opens when you wave your hand in front of it, and then closes after 5 seconds of stillness. It’s waterproof — important for a bathroom — and has a stylish ribbed design with gold accents that turn an ordinary garbage can into one that elevates the room.

These curved cabinet handles that are so chic

Aviano Hardware Cabinet Handle Pulls (10-Pack)

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An easy — and super noticeable — way to refresh your space without spending a ton of money is by replacing old or outdated cabinet handles with these stylish ones. They have a slightly curved design that adds a unique silhouette to your cabinet pulls, and they’re made of solid metal finishes in different options to be durable and stylish.

These classic glass apothecary jars with airtight lids

Whole Housewares | Set of 3 Bathroom Canisters - Storage Container Jars - Premium Glass Apothecary Jars with Lids - Small Glass Jars for Kitchen or Bathroom Storage - Decorative Crystal Containers

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Organize your bathroom essentials in these classically designed apothecary jars. The set has three different sized jars that are great for storing cotton balls, Q-tips, flossing strips, makeup removing wipes, and more. Plus, they have a wide mouth that makes them easy to feel and an airtight lid that keeps dust out.

This stylish bamboo shoe rack with 3 convenient tiers

Homemaid Living Bamboo Shoe Rack

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This bamboo shoe rack has three tiers to store your favorite sneakers, boots, and heels in an organized and stylish way. Each shelf can fit about four pairs of shoes and the whole shelf can hold up to 300 pounds, so you can use the top as a bench. Plus, it’s weatherproof — so you can use it indoors or outdoors.

These amber drinking glasses with a vintage embossed design

WHOLE HOUSEWARES | Colored Amber Drinking Glasses | Amber Glassware |Pressed Pattern Wine Amber Glass Goblet with Stem for Wedding | Set of 6 | 8.7 Ounce (Amber)

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Another quick and easy home upgrade that will make you feel more elegant is replacing old glassware with these amber goblets. They have a classically designed stem with a stunning embossed design that adds a vintage touch to your glassware, whether they’re on the table or displayed in your cabinets.

A stylish storage basket made of cotton blend rope

Natemia Rope Storage Basket- Nursery Bin and Toy Organizer (15”x15”x14”), Laundry Basket, Basket for Towels, Pillows and Blankets

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If you need a spot for all those miscellaneous toys, blankets, pillows, and other odds and ends, tossing them into a storage basket is a great option. It’s made of cotton blend rope that’s soft, durable, and flexible with built-in handles to easily carry it around. Plus, it’s super deep and the neutral tones go with almost any decor style.

This glass bathroom shelf with a built-in towel holder

Vdomus Glass Bathroom Shelf with Hand Towel Bar, Rectangular Wall Mounted Bathroom Shelf Storage Extra Thick Tempered Glass, 15.2x4.5 inches with Brushed Silver Finish

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Not only does this shelf have a built-in towel holder making it super functional, but it’s also made of sleek tempered glass and rustproof aluminum to look custom and sleek. The shelf holds up to 20 pounds and has a rail around the base to keep your things from falling out.

This adjustable pot organizer that can fit in your cabinet

GeekDigg Adjustable Iron Pots and Pans Organizer

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This pot organizer comes with eight super sturdy racks that can be adjusted to fit up to nine pots, pans, or lids in your cabinet or countertop, of any size. It keeps everything easily accessible without having to move things around, and becuase they’re not touching each other, the rack helps prevent scratches.

This wireless picture light that’s remote controlled

LUXSWAY Wireless Picture Light

Amazon

Display your wall art like you’re in a museum with this wireless picture light that has a luxe gold finish. It’s battery-operated and controlled with a convenient remote. It has three color temperatures — warm white, natural white, and cool white — and it’s dimmable for the ultimate customized lighting.

This sleek rainfall shower head with an extension arm attachment

PinWin 10-Inch Rainfall Showerhead Combo

Amazon

Instantly upgrade your bathroom when you swap out your builder-grade shower head for this powerful 10-inch rainfall shower head. Not only does it give you a spa-level shower experience, but it also has an adjustable extension arm with a handheld sprayer that has five spraying settings for a targeted, deeper clean.

This waffle weave throw blanket that’s cooling & breathable

Bedsure Cooling Cotton Waffle Weave Throw Blanket - Soft, Lightweight and Breathable Rayon Derived from Bamboo Blankets for Hot Sleepers, Luxury Throws for Bed, Couch and Sofa, Ivory, 50x70 Inches

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This waffle weave throw blanket not only looks elegant when it’s draped over the back of your chair or couch, but it feels great when you’re snuggling underneath it. It’s made of lightweight, breathable, and moisture-wicking material that is buttery soft. Plus, it comes in a bunch of gorgeous colors to match your aesthetic.

These stackable water bottle organizers that are so sturdy

Vtopmart Stackable Water Bottle Organizers (4-Pack)

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Keep your collection of water bottles from toppling out of the cabinet every time you open it with these organizers. Each rack can hold three water bottles — for a total of 12 — and they can be placed next to each other or stacked on top of each other to save a ton of space.

This easy-to-install peel-&-stick tile backsplash that’s water-resistant

Art3d Backsplash Tile (10 Sheets)

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Refresh your kitchen by adding a simple but sleek looking tile backsplash with peel-and-stick wallpaper. It’s made of an upgraded vinyl material that’s durable, shiny like real tile, and water-resistant. It even has realistic-looking grout lines between the tiles. And the whole thing can be installed simply by peeling off the backing and sticking onto the wall.

A decorative ladder to display your towels or blankets

ABQ Blanket Ladder

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This decorative ladder lean or mounted to the wall, which is great for displaying the throw blankets in your living room or towels in your bathroom. It’s made of metal with a rust-resistant finish and has nonslip feet to prevent it from falling or scratching your floors.

This highly rated organizer bin that dispenses cans 1 at a time

Greenco Refrigerator Soda Can Organizer Bin

Amazon

Organize your cans and take advantage of stacking space with this dispenser. It allows you to store nine standard cans or 14 slim cans on top of each other, and it automatically rolls them to the front as you remove them one by one. Plus, it has handles that make for easy grabbing and moving — just one handy feature that helped this bin get a 4.8-star rating on Amazon.

A minimalist oil dispenser set with a golden accented spout

Molimoli Glass Olive Oil Dispenser Set - Weighted 350ml Cruets With Pourer for Kitchen, Set of 2

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Display your favorite oils and vinegars in style with this dispenser set. It comes with two gorgeous glass bottles that allow you to see how much you have left at a glance, two gold accented spouts, one collapsible silicone funnel and 40 blank and pre-written sticker labels to keep you even more organized.

This gorgeous hanging mirror with a chunky gold chain

LONGWIN Hanging Mirror

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Mirrors — like this gorgeous hanging mirror — are a great way to make your house look more polished, while also reflecting light for a brighter, larger-looking space. This circular mirror has a golden frame, a golden chain to hang it on your wall, and a velvet-lined back so it doesn’t scratch or damage your walls.

This 5-piece set of rustic wooden utensils that are hand-crafted

Tramanto Olive Wood Utensil Set 5 Piece Spatula and Spoon, 12 Inch Luxury Kitchen with Gift Box

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This set of five olive wood utensils is so pretty, rustic, and effortlessly matching, without sacrificing superior function. The set comes with a flat spatula, curved spatula, slotted spatula, spoon, and corner spoon, and they’re hand-crafted from a single piece of olive wood that blends beauty and durability.

This wooden vinyl storage rack that holds up to 50 albums

KAIU Vinyl Record Storage Holder

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Organize your records and display them at the same time with this vinyl storage holder. It has a wooden base with notches that can hold up to 50 12-inch or 7-inch vinyls, keeping them upright, easily accessible, and safe from slipping, sliding, or cracking. And it has two acrylic ends that are minimalist, elegant, and keeps the album artwork front and center.

These clear drawer organizers that come in a bunch of different sizes

Vtopmart Drawer Organizer Set (9 Pieces)

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These drawer organizers come in four different sizes so you can mix and match them to fit exactly the way you want inside your vanity, bathroom, kitchen, or junk drawer. They’re totally see-through to make everything inside pop and easily visible, and they come with silicone pads to prevent sliding and scratching the inside of your drawers.

This super quiet bladeless fan with 3 speed modes

Konsiden Bladeless Desk Fan

Amazon

With its ultra quiet operation, touch controls, three speed options, and compact size, this fan is a must-have if you need a little cool down in your day. It gives you a cool, natural breeze with bladeless technology that makes it safer to use around pets and small children. Plus, it has a super sleek design that looks like luxury — but with a bargain price tag.

A best-selling desk organizer with 5 built-in dividers

Marbrasse Desk Organizer

Amazon

This desk organizer not only keeps the clutter at bay with five built-in dividers, but has a ribbed style to look amazing while doing it. It has a base that rotates 360 degrees so you always have access to your things, nonslip feet to keep it sturdy, and a two-tone design that’s eye-catching and cute.

This durable contact paper with a super realistic marble design

Caltero Marble Wallpaper

Amazon

Made of super thick PVC material, this contact paper is waterproof, moisture-proof, oil-proof, and super easy to clean, making it a great option to refresh your kitchen or bathroom countertop or backsplash. It has a convenient peel-and-stick design that’s easy to adhere and even easier to remove without leaving any tacky residue behind.

This popular 24-piece silverware set with a modern black finish

Ewfen Black Silverware Set with Steak Knives (24 Pieces)

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This silverware set comes with everything you need — four teaspoons, dinner spoons, salad forks, dinner forks, salad knives, and steak knives — in a sleek and cool mirror black finish that exudes modern elegance. Each piece is made of stainless steel to have the perfect amount of weight, while remaining sturdy, durable, anti-rust, and just plain gorgeous.

A pair of small table lamps with chic textured bases

Sucolite Small Table Lamps (Set of 2)

Amazon

Table lamps this size — just 11.8 inches high and 6.6 inches wide — are great to have on-hand to refresh almost any area of your home, from your kitchen to your bedroom to your entryway. Their small footprint combined with their simple shade and subtle studded base design makes them blend in with whatever style your room is.

These glazed latte mugs that hold up to 16 ounces

Mora Ceramic Large Latte Mugs (Set of 4)

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Available in a few different color combinations, these large latte mugs hold 16 ounces of your favorite coffee or tea and look homemade and stunning. They’re made of clay covered in a lead-free natural glaze, with a cute raw detail at the bottom that adds to the natural, no-fuss vibe. Each one also has a super wide mouth to show off your latte art or give you extra room for whipped cream.

This reed diffuser with adjustable scent levels

Sweet Water Decor Reed Diffuser

Amazon

By adding or removing reeds in this diffuser, you can control how strong its delicious scent is in your home. One 3.5-ounce bottle lasts up to three months and gives your home a spa-like vibe while also looking so polished on your shelf or table. Plus, there are dozens of delectable scents to choose from.

A comfy & lightweight comforter set that is so budget-friendly

Litanika Queen Comforter (Set Of 3)

Amazon

Sometimes it’s as easy as refreshing your bedding to create a new, updated look to the entire bedroom. This comforter is stuffed with double down alternative that’s breathable, lightweight, and unbelievably soft. Plus, along with the comforter, this set comes with two matching pillowcases to fluff up your bed and make it look like you’re sleeping on a cloud every night. This set comes in over two dozen colors and nine sizes to suit your needs.

A smoke-free tabletop fire pit that looks so expensive

Houswise Tabletop Fire Pit

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If you want to curl up by the fire to read a book, roast marshmallows, or drink a glass of wine but don’t have the space — or want the hassle — of building one yourself, check out this tabletop fire pit. It uses isopropyl or ethyl alcohol to operate so you can use it inside or outside, for a smoke-less, ash-less, and odor-less experience.

These diatomite coasters that absorb water in 2 seconds

NiuYichee Absorbent Diatomite Coasters (2 Pieces)

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Made of polished diatomite, these coasters absorb water within two seconds and are completely dry only five minutes after exposure, which makes them great for kitchen and bathroom counters. They have an indent around the perimeter to collect excess water so it doesn’t drip onto the surface underneath, and it has nonslip feet on the bottom to keep it sturdy and avoid scratching.

A trio of ceramic vases with farmhouse-style shapes

Sullivans Ceramic Jug Vase Set (3-Pack)

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These jug-shaped vases come in three unique and contrasting sizes and colors that look great when displayed together or individually around the house. They’re ideal for displaying fake or dried flowers for an instant space refresh with little to no maintenance involved.

This matte black curtain rod with an adjustable, curved design

iDesign Curved Metal Shower Curtain Rod

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Curved curtain rods like this one gives you 5.5 inches of extra space in your shower area, which makes a big difference whether you’re shampooing or shaving. It has a stylish and sleek matte black finish and an adjustable length to fit showers from 41 inches to 72 inches long. Plus it’s super easy to install and comes with all the hardware needed.

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