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Affordable Home Transformations: 28 Items to Elevate Your Spaces Beyond Original Value

Budget-Friendly Home Improvements to Make Your Space Appear More Upscale Than Its Actual Value

Affordable Home Transformations: 28 Items to Elevate Your Spaces Beyond Original Value

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Yo, peeps, check out our sweet suggestions! Some of 'em might be samples, but we handpicked 'em all, no lie. Our editors did the hard work to bring you a rad list under $40 for each and every item. And guess what? Most of this best-looking equipment costs way less than that. So let's get into it!

1. Fluff up your gaff:Snag aVelvety Blanketwith velvet so soft, you'll think you're lounging in a high-roller suite in Vegas.

Teal-hued blanket under inspection.

2. Rework your digs:Add a touch of luxury with Marble Contact Paper. Stick it on your counters, furniture, and more for a dazzling makeover.

3. Get poppin':Skip the costly custom wallpaper and grab Removable Wallpaperinstead. You can do a quick DIY design upgrade in just a weekend!

Critic's assessment of black tile, partially concealed by grey and white parchment for a marbled appearance.

Or if you're feeling lazy, choose Peel-and-Stick Terrazzo Wall Decals--they're easy as pie!

Shop Amazon: If our picks ain't your vibe, Amazon's got plenty more wall decal options. Choose from styles like fruit, abstract lines, or florals!

A dresser's surface, adorned with paper giving the appearance of marble stone.

Makayla Hawkes gave this one a thumbs-up: "I love these! They weren't too sticky (at least for now!), and they didn't damage my walls since I'm renting. I could never afford high-end wallpaper, but these look amazing!" Get these delightful decals on Amazon for just $10.89 (six styles available).

4. Wanna go big on the trend but low on the cost?Three Floating Bookshelveswill turn your favorite novels into art that you can gawk at every day.

Wall adorned in shades of grey, metallic gold, and white, dominates kitchen's expanse.

5. Get Sansa Stark-ready:This Faux Fur Throw comes with a plush sherpa underside to keep you toasty in the chilly nights ahead.

6. Lighten up:This Jasmine, Oud, and Sandalwood Soy Wax Candleburns slower and smells classy. So much better than those fancy designer candles, but for a third of the price!

Detailed shot of a document featuring delicate, overlapping patterns reminiscent of daisies.

Lindcy G sang its praises: "I've tried fancy candles by Byredo, Diptyque, and Jo Malone. But guess what? This Lulu Candle was better! I'll definitely be buying more scents." Pick up this luxurious, budget-friendly candle on Amazon for $29.95 (available in multiple sizes and flavors).

7. Catch those cozy vibes:A Macramé Plant Hangerwill keep your green friends snug and help you embrace your bohemian-maximalist dream life.

Floating books stacked on a wall, apparent defiance of gravity, located above a cushioned couch

8. Give your drawers some love:Use Furniture Decals to upgrade those tired old chests of drawers like a pro!

9. Rise and shine:Three Rose Gold Pocket Wall Shelvesare adaptable to any space, whether you're arranging books, office supplies, or skincare products.

Reveals Shades in Shades of Light Brown, Deep Brown, and Grey, Featuring a Faux-Sherpa Reversible Side

10. Simple Shelving Solution:Easy-Hang Ledge Shelves (command strips to the rescue!) are perfect for setting up instant shelving within a minute's notice. Use them to build the gallery wall of your dreams or organize the kids' books.

11. Elevate your flatware:Upgrade your silverware game with this Rainbow or Rose Gold Flatware Set, complete with dishwasher safety.

Hanged plant in a white pot, suspended by a taupe rope.

12. You cook, you deserve the bling:Enhance your cooking utensils with a Copper or Marble Utensil Holder. Your go-to tools need a little glam too!

13. Shine some light on your prizes:AMirrored Gold Vanity Traywill keep your favorite beauty products on display and looking trendy.

Hanger with full length and top loop, featuring four equal sections above, crossing over the pot, and adorned with a tassel at the bottom.

14. Iambread, Hear Me Roar:An Oval Bread Basket with Rope Handleswill let you show off your fresh bread like a French winery owner.

Our Goodful Shop: Grab the basket we love for $32!

Red, yellow, and orange poppy blooms adorn a dark sideboard, adding a vibrant, illustrated touch.

15. Bring Your Makeup Game to Life:Use an Acrylic Organizer to sort all your makeup goodies so you can actually see what you have and use it all.

16. Steamy, Aromatic Delight:A Eucalyptus Bundle hung over your shower head will make every shower a luxe spa experience. The aromatic oils will soothe your senses as the steam rolls up.

17. Darkness, My Old Friend:Swaddle your room in Blackout Velvet Curtainsand touch them every time you pass by. Trust us, you'll wanna.

18. Jewelry Paradise:Keep your jewelry in a Two-Level Jewelry Box, so it can display like a high-end boutique piece.

Nursery featuring a recliner and black ledge shelves adorned with books on the wall behind.

19. Light'em up!Three Remote-Controlled Adhesive Puck Lights are a budget-friendly solution for the under-cabinet lighting of your dreams, installed in less than an hour.

20. Minimalist Tissue Sanctuary:Give those kleenex a place to call home with a Minimalist Tissue Box Cover. No more clashing brand names and logos!

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21. Disguise your switches:Filegreed Metal Light Switch and Outlet Coversupgrade your dingy defaults to something more glamorous in just a few minutes with a screwdriver.

22. Blend In:Rose Gold Cooking Utensilswill add a touch of class to your cooking area while being dishwasher safe.

The rainbow-hued gathering displays luminous iridescence

23. Nifty Fridge Organizers:Clear Acrylic Fridge Storage Binswill make your fridge looks keen and keep your stuff tidy.

24. Light up the night:Twenty Minutes of Glowwith a Strand of Battery-Powered Fairy Lights because they're cheaper than fireworks and every bit as magical!

Gold-labeled copper utensils, featuring a gold-tone metallic design, are showcased in this selection.

25. Stay Tidy:An Over-the-Door Storage Basketwill make your hair tools organized, neat, and displayed like a pro.

26. Elegant Soap Dispensers:Amber Soap Dispenserswill add warmth and style to your bathroom, free from competing logos and characters.

Promising Review: "These amber glass soap dispensers are amazing! They're sturdy, easy to fill, and look great on my bathroom or kitchen countertops. Highly recommend them!" Pick up a set of two for $14.99 (available in different pump colors).

27. Karate Chop those garage doors:A Set of Carriage Door Magnetswill make your garage door look sleek like you're living in a renovated barn, even for the Queer Eye guys!

The reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.

Enrichment Data:

When shopping for decor on a budget, check out these helpful tips and resources:

  1. Shop online.
  2. Amazon offers: ceramic vases ($19.99), outdoor rugs ($31.79).
  3. Walmart provides: wall clocks, vases, and more.
  4. Decor Steals features daily deals on modern, vintage, rustic, and farmhouse decor.
  5. Follow social media and blogs.
  6. Pinterest: discover ideas, create boards, and save images.
  7. Home Decor Blogs: Real Simple, House Beautiful offer ideas and trends.
  8. DIY Projects.
  9. Upcycle: transform old items into unique pieces (e.g., ladders into bookshelves, mason jars into vases).
  10. Peel-and-Stick Wallpaper.
  11. Shop second-hand stores.
  12. Thrift stores and garage sales: find unique, affordable items
  13. Watch for seasonal sales.
  14. Retailers offer deals during spring (e.g., throw pillows, blankets, outdoor decor).
  15. Delightfully transform your living space with a set of Peel-and-Stick Terrazzo Wall Decals from Buzzfeed Boutique, available on Amazon for just $10.89.
  16. Stay informed about the latest market-apple-news and trends in budget-friendly decor with content from sites such as Buzzfeed, providing ideas for upcycling old items, shopping second-hand stores, and selecting peel-and-stick wallpaper.
  17. Send a shout-out to your friends about the awesomely budget-friendly home decor finds you discovered on Amazon, including Lulu Candles, Three Floating Bookshelves, and Removable Wallpaper, all priced under $40.
Holds over Seven Major Cooking Implements, Measures in Marble Material
Gold-edged rectangular tray featuring a two-inch railing, designed for hassle-free viewing of cosmetics items placed upon it.
Streamlined organizer featuring three rows of base drawers, enhanced by slots for lipstick and additional storage compartments on top.
Eucalyptus branches suspended within a shower environment
The reviewer's nursery corner is adorned with three towering, floor-to-ceiling blue velvet drapes.
Grey-hued velvet container revealed
Illuminated Exhibit: Display illuminated exclusively by undermount lighting within the reviewer's cabinetry.
Kitchen illumination double-up: Reviewer switches on under-cabinet lights and main kitchen lights simultaneously
White residence featuring a chimney-like structure, issues a stream of tissues appearing like smoke emanation.
Floral-patterned, green-blue electrical outlet cover featuring intricate filigree detailing
A switch plate matching the hue and motif of the surrounding decor.
Glowing lights adorn a gold platter on a entrance table, casting a gentle radiance.
Glowing Vase at rival party's centerpiece, base illuminated by softly radiating lights
Organizer with hanging hooks for a curling iron, a circular opening for a hairdryer, and a looped holder for a round hairbrush.
Garage door in question features four hinges and two handle attachments.
Detailed view of the two handle pieces, exhibiting a design mimicking bolted connections.

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