Transformative Ideas and Innovative Solutions to Realize Your Ideal Dwelling
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Hey there, buddy! Here's a collection of some kick-ass finds we think you'll dig! Remember, these links might funnel a bit of dough our way, but trust us, our editors picked them out fair and square.
It's like a housewarming party without all the social anxiety (though, let's be honest, the social anxiety is all there).
By: Elizabeth Lilly, BuzzFeed Staff
*1. A lavish-feeling pretend sheepskin rug to grace your ugliest armchair, transforming it into the royal seat where you hold the power of deciding which Netflix show to binge.
*2. A seashell pillow, way cheaper than what you'd find in a hip vintage shop. Your other throw pillows are craving a new pal.
*3. A bidet toilet attachment for a luxurious spa-like experience. Imagine the closet space you'll save once TPs history is in your rear-view mirror!
*4. Peel-and-stick wallpaper for a rapid, DIY style upgrade. You'll eventually afford an interior designer, we promise.
*5. A slipcover for your worn-out couch, giving it a brand-new look. Extra points for the straps that keep the cover securely in place, so you don't have to fuss with it all the time.
Amazon
Promising Review: "I've never been this thrilled about a slipcover! Total transformation for our couch and loveseat. I was concerned it wouldn't fit our leather couch, but the straps ensure it stays on nicely." - Brian/Liz
Price: $32.49, Available in two sizes and 10 colors.
*6. A stretchy armchair slipcover to revamp that decent find from Facebook Marketplace. It's affordable and comfy.
Amazon
Promising Review: "Before and after - I couldn't be happier with this cover. Simple installation and it feels so soft." - Amazon Customer
Price: $23.99, Available in five sizes and 21 solid colors.
*7. Some washable dining chair slipcovers for putting those free dining sets from Aunt Edna to good use. Reviewers say they're effortless to apply across various sized chairs.
Amazon
Promising Review: "These arrived yesterday and took only about 10 minutes to apply to six chairs. Love them! I'll be buying more for the holidays." - lisa browning
Price: $39.99, Available in 51 solid colors and prints.
*8. An euphoric Dutch oven to elevate your kitchen without breaking the bank. Hoping for a Le Creuset one day? We feel you.
*9. A grout pen for giving your stained grout a cheap cosmetic facelift. Go on, imagine your grout as it once was.
*10. A peel-and-stick faux-gel tile backsplash that's mold-, heat-, and moisture-resistant - offering you a fabulous kitchen makeover montage. On a budget.
Amazon
Promising Review: "Bought these for my kitchen remodel. Still can't believe The Home Depot's versions are twice the price! Installed in about two hours. Highly recommend for a DIY, affordable upgrade!" - Hope Consilvio
Price: $29.60, Get a 10-pack.
*11. Some chalk paint for upgrading furniture and surfaces with a touch of magic. That hideous stain on the dresser? Gone in a flash.
Amazon
Promising Review: "Transformed my interior brick! I researched for months and discovered no better way to stain a raw brick fireplace. Diluted, applied with a brush, and worked into holes and crevices with a sponge. Simple and effective." - maina donaldson
Price: $21.90, Available in 12 colors.
*12. A scratch-off map to fuel wanderlust. This road trip out west is closer than you think!
*13. A classy-looking mousepad with a sleek metal base, making your home workspace pop - even if your workspace is your bed.
*14. A faux cat tree to let your pets live their dreams of treetop adventures. We love multi-purpose pieces!
*15. A set of soap dispensers for concealing your skincare or budget-store shampoo in stylish decanters.
*16. Reusable dispenser bottles with elegant labels, evoking the feel of high-end toiletries from fancy restaurants.
*17. A washable boho rug, adding character to high-traffic areas while making vacuuming a breeze.
*18. A roomy storage ottoman, hiding away items you'd rather keep out of sight.
*19. A modern tabletop mirror that offers reflections both pleasing to the eye and stylish focal points.
*20. A plant-watering bird to keep your houseplants healthy even while you wane.
*21. A Juniper Bonsai for new life to join your flourishing plant collection.
*22. A compact desk for your computer and accessories, sized appropriately to avoid clutter.
*23. A luxury office chair for sitting in style while handling your workload.
*24. A framed photo for displaying your favorite memories, all at a budget-friendly cost.
*25. A gallery wall kit, complete with hardware, helping to dress up your bare walls.
*26. Magnetic stickers for replicating the carriage-door style you love on your existing doors - without the hefty price tag.
*27. A candle set fitting for your very own 'Golden Girls' shrine.
*28. A mini fridge perfect for housing your skincare or soda - whichever you prefer to keep secret.
*29. Luxury-looking curtains that make statements as they block light - mounted above the window frame for the ultimate dramatic effect.
*30. A wordy pillow for bookworms who know Nancy Drew solves the mystery of home ownership.
*31. Colorful bamboo toilet paper, allowing you to express yourself in the little things.
*32. A countertop painting kit, transforming old surfaces into granite-esque masterpieces for a fraction of the cost.
*33. A kitchen cabinet painting kit requiring zero stripping or priming - making you question whether you're actually in someone else's home before your morning coffee.
*34. Under-cabinet lights to elevate your kitchen's appearance and atmosphere.
*35. A wall art piece with a jewelry-like upgrade, leveling up your collection.
*36. Oversized Turkish cotton towels that absorb well, dry quickly, and offer the luxury of a bath sheet.
*37. An industrial-style table lamp, keeping you from stubbing your toes on bare bulbs while upgrading your room's illumination.
*38. A provocative nude vase, adding a touch of friskiness to your interior decor. When plants fail to thrive, it serves as a chic storage solution instead.
*39. A crystal decanter set for showcasing your liquor collection without taking up floor space.
*40. An undercover dog bed, hiding your furry buddy's playtime spot in luxury and ease to clean.
*41. Stainless-steel-effect contact paper, replicating the modern look of fresh appliances on a budget - a job that calls for effort, but check out that payoff!
Reviews lightly edited for length and clarity.
- BuzzFeed Staff's article suggests a bidet toilet attachment as a luxurious spa-like experience, just like the one mentioned in the article, available on Amazon.
- In the list of products from the article, a set of washable dining chair slipcovers is recommended for upcycling free dining sets from family, these slipcovers are easy to apply and fit various sized chairs.
- Straps, mentioned in the promising review of a slipcover on Amazon, play a significant role in keeping the cover securely in place, so one doesn't have to fuss with it all the time.
- Repainting is mentioned in connection with a chalk paint product for upgrading furniture and surfaces, as quoted from a promising review on Amazon.
- Under-cabinet lights, mentioned in the list of products from the article, are described as a way to elevate a kitchen's appearance and atmosphere.
- Magnetic stickers are suggested as a way to replicate the carriage-door style on existing doors, offering a dramatic effect similar to a gallery wall kit, also recommended in the article.
- Bamboo toilet paper, mentioned as a product available on Amazon, allows one to express themselves in little things, just like the colorful option suggested in the article.
- Contact paper, mentioned in the list of products from the article, can replicate the modern look of fresh appliances on a budget, as stated in the buying guide.
- A plant-watering bird is suggested as a way to keep houseplants healthy, similar to the "plant-watering globe" mentioned in the article.
- A Juniper Bonsai, part of the list of products in the article, can be a new life addition to a flourishing plant collection, much like the variety of other plants recommended in the article.
