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BuzzFeed and our publishing partners may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. Read More Hanging your pothos across the wall has never looked this good. Get ready. I have been a BuzzFeed Shopping writer since 2017, with a focus on unique, practical products, up-to-date parenting finds, and up-and-coming home decor. Promising review: "I flipping love this kitchen gadget! I was always buying soap stands at Target and Marshalls, and they would always sit weird, get really, really dirty or slimy, or they wouldn’t hold things properly. But then I found this, and I hate to sound like an infomercial, but it’s really great. I like this so much, and when it gets dirty, you just sand it down a little bit with the sanding circle they give you. Also, it takes up way less room, and everything looks really neat." —HonestAmazon Get it from Amazon for $16.88+ (available in seven sizes and four colors). Promising review: "These are lovely curtains. We needed just a bit of cover on a window and nothing too heavy or thick. These worked, and look really nice too. I plan to add some more plants, so it all worked out great. The material gives just enough coverage." —Michelle Get two panels from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in several sizes and colors). BTW, these come with USB-C cables for charging. After motion is detected and the lights are activated, they'll automatically turn off after 20 seconds without motion. The lights are magnetic and can easily attach to magnetic surfaces, or you can use the included adhesive iron plates for installation in other areas. Promising review: "These lights are very cool. They feel and look well-made. First, I charged them. Then cleaned under the cabinet with a good degreaser and then stuck them on. They attach with magnets. They come off easily for recharging. Also, I LOVE that you can set them to automatic on (when you get close), full on, or off. I chose the soft white, and they really are perfect. I will be buying more!" —Janis Tomasone Get them from Amazon for $16.99+ for a set of two (available in two sizes and three styles). This stainless steel cleaning spray also comes with a handy dandy microfiber cloth. Promising review: "This cleaner doesn’t leave a residue and actually works! Highly recommend!!" —Courtney B. Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (also available in multipacks). If you want to use this on countertops or sinks, it could be worth grabbing an acrylic sealer to go with it. One reviewer highly recommends this for restoring vintage pieces as well. Promising review: "Oh my goodness! This stuff is amazing! I remodeled my bathroom, and the washer and dryer looked terrible. One coat of this and they look brand new! I’m going to add another coat today just to make it extra durable." —L. Hornberger Get a one-quart container from Amazon for $27.89. Promising review: "I have a golden retriever, and the shedding is out of control. My fabric sofa is constantly covered in hair and I finally decided to try this after reading an article about popular TikTok products. The reviews do not lie, this thing works magic!! I wish I had taken a before-and-after picture because the difference is noticeable. I watched the video tutorial before I tried it to ensure I was using it properly, and everything he says is true, you do really have to put your arm to work with vigorous back and forth movement! However, I find it's a great arm workout and it works wonders." —Joanne Ertel Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in four colors). Promising review: "I needed to organize all the stuff that ends up in the bathroom vanity cabinet. These were perfect in every way. Being clear, it is easy to see what is in each bin. Assorted sizes made it easy to sort out what I had and make the best use of the space. The bins are beautifully made and look great on a shelf, in a drawer, in a cabinet, or even on the countertop. I would definitely buy again and have already suggested them to my friends. Happy to find quality products that are Made in the USA!" —Linda Get the 10-piece set from Amazon for $22.99. Promising review: "This stuff is a miracle. My husband and I just bought a house and there is very hard water. It looked like the previous owners never tried to get the hard water off the shower doors and walls. I tried vinegar and Dawn first — it didn't even scratch the surface. I tried Scrubbing Bubbles next, and it was the same. I was feeling so defeated. I did some research and bought Bar Keepers Friend. With a grade 0000 steel wool piece, it took me about two hours to clean a quarter of the window in my shower. My arm also felt like it was going to fall off. I was determined, so I researched more. Then, I found this stuff. I was so anxious that I cracked it open minutes after receiving it in the mail. I applied it to my grade 0000 steel wool and started scrubbing away. BINGO! It took me about 15 minutes to clean the same size section as I did with the Bar Keepers Friend. I'm not gonna lie, this stuff needs some elbow grease, but it definitely works. It took off what seems like years of hard water stains. It does have a smell to it, but it's not super harsh and totally able to withstand. This is going on my 'always available in my house' list! I love this stuff!" —Tyrene A. Gapol Promising review: "I’ve been wanting to try peel-and-stick tiles for a long time, and I’m so glad I found these for our kitchen facelift! They are so easy to apply and look amazing! I love that they are actual-size subway tiles as well! They’ve given our kitchen the last very important piece that it needed!" —April Grill Get it from Amazon for $32.99+ (available in 20 colors). Slobproof is a woman-owned small business. Promising reviews: "Works great, no mess! This was easy to use to touch up our son's bedroom corner walls." —Elizabeth "Love this — absolutely perfect for touchin' up little spots that need touchin' up. I have several sets filled with different paints, and so far, they've stayed usable without the paint drying out. I rinse the brush really well after each use (latex paints) and recap it. It would be nice if the manufacturer put an area on the pen where you could easily label the paint info, but I use a permanent marker, and it works okay." —Hooked on AMZN! Get a pack of two from Amazon for $14.99 (available in two pack sizes). The kit comes with a ceiling mount, Tulip shade, 12 removable tape strips, and three screws (as needed for textured ceiling applications). Tulip is a small business from Lori Smyth. Check out the different styles and how easily they install via Tulip's TikTok. BuzzFeed editor Chelsea Stuart has and loves this light cover. She says, "I just had a chance to try one of these, and I am simply OBSESSED. I live in NYC in a rental, and I have a really drab light in my kitchen that even an electrician couldn't get off the ceiling without breaking... so I gave up on replacing it right after I moved in. Alas, fast forward a year, and I found Tulip on TikTok! Instantly, I thought 1. This is absolutely genius, and 2. How has no one come up with this before?!?! 'Installing' it (installing makes it seem way more involved than it is) took all of 10 minutes and that includes removing it from the box, Command Strip-ing the ring to the ceiling, and then popping the magnetic shade in place. (Honestly, the thing that took me the longest was fishing my step stool out of the depths of my junk closet.) Not only is the shade itself beautiful, but the diffused light is just so soft and pretty. I can't wait to get another one for my entryway!!!" Promising review: "I have been searching for a paper lamp or replacement for my current apartment lights, but they either wouldn't fit or it would require too much effort that my landlord wouldn't appreciate. That's when I came across Tulip. I can't be more blunt than this — you literally Command Strip the ring to the ceiling, and the shade attaches via magnet... seriously ingenious." —Oliver O. Get it from Tulip for $149 (also available in 21 other styles). PSA: There's a chance that the included Velcro-like adhesive can become dirt-traps when the filters are removed. Also, some reviewers note that the adhesive peeled the finish off of their fan during removal. If you’re scared of that happening, you can install these filters with Command strips instead! Promising review: "I wasn't sure what to expect when purchasing these, but now they are a staple in every room of our house. Within three days the air smelled more crisp and was easier to breathe in our home. So simple and effective!" —Haylee Marez Get a three-pack from Amazon for $22.99. Promising review: "This is a game changer, y'all! I'm awestruck! I have arthritis all over and a limited income, and this helped me clean every single wall in my bedroom in one day. I just rinsed out the yellow head in the sink every few square feet. I'm so excited and telling all my friends!" —Lou DeJesus Promising review: "These really dressed up our garage door!!!! UPDATE!! It has been almost a year since I purchased these. They have faded ever so slightly but still hold on to the metal of the garage door and have not cracked with the cold of winter or heat of summer. Very pleased!!!" —Robert R Get a set of four hinges and two handles on Amazon for $9.99+ (available in five kit styles). Therapy Clean is a family-owned small biz in the United States using safe-for-you ingredients to make cleaning products. Promising review: "I didn't realize how 'thirsty' my furniture was until I used this product. It made my dining table look great (and it is 20 years old and used daily). Also, it applies easily and doesn't leave streaks. Highly recommend!" —Keri By the way, installation takes about five minutes and requires no cutting or patching. Plus, this has a universal fit, so no worries about measuring to make sure it works for your space — it does! Promising review: "It's amazing how this can transform a bathroom from decrepit to beautiful in fewer than two minutes. Money well spent." —Polo To use, simply apply, wait six to eight hours, and then rinse away. No scrubbing required! Promising review: "I was skeptical about using this product as I have tried countless 'mold and mildew removers' out there. My mold and mildew problem is impossible to remove. I scrubbed, bleached, and treated it, but no noticeable difference. I left this product overnight, and I was like, 'What is this sorcery?' I have no other words to explain it. Phenomenal results!!" —iAwesome Promising review: "Excellent, easy to use and clean up. My outdoor patio is a little rough, and it took a full gallon to cover 200 square feet." —RLB Get it from Amazon for $47.97 a gallon (available in two shades of gray). Promising review: "The windows are noticeably squeaky clean and clear, and no scrubbing is required after only needing about 20 minutes to dry on a sunny day. I also used this to clean two outdoor glass dining tables, which are now ready for lunches and early dinners outside in the summer. Great product, definitely recommend and will be buying again!" —Helen Simmons Promising review: "I've been searching for something to remove the weeds for a while, and came across this amazing tool. Since I refuse to use chemicals in my yard, I've been left with scraped knuckles every time I attempt to remove weeds. The weeds have grown so tightly in the concrete cracks that I pretty much gave up; even weed-whacking it didn't help much. Yes, you do have to use a little bit of effort, but the end result was so worth it!" —Shelley Arakaki Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (available in two pack sizes). Promising review: "These are absolutely beautiful! If I ever move, I'm taking them with me. You may think they're a little pricey, but they're REALLY heavy and far nicer than the stuff you find at the local hardware store. I bought the switch plate, outlet plates, and even a blank plate to cover an old electrical box." —Karebow Get it from Amazon for $30 (available in several styles, sizes, and finishes). This is water-resistant, so it's prepared for spills in bathrooms, kitchens, and laundry rooms. It comes in a sheet with 10 tiles, and some reviewers recommend getting an extra adhesive spray before applying. Promising review: "These are so easy to install! We sold our house and moved into a mobile home on our land while we built a house. We wanted to do a little updating, but we don't want to spend a lot. We decided to use self-adhesive flooring, and I fell in love with these! The pattern and color were perfect for my bathroom theme! Installation was easy and quick. They stick great, and it's been a few weeks, and we've had no issues. I love the texture, and they're so easy to clean! Definitely recommend!" —Heather Wine Get a set of 10 tiles from Amazon for $18.64. Promising review: "I had a hole in drywall from a wall anchor that had been removed. This product did exactly what I needed it to do with a minimum of muss and fuss, and no special equipment or tools. Follow the directions, use the cap edge to smooth it out, and it's just about perfect. I've since also used it to repair drywall that was damaged when an old vanity was removed, and filled up the dent perfectly. I'm going to be doing some redecorating with some new pictures on my walls, and I know this will work perfectly to patch old holes. Good stuff." —Barbara A. Hanson You can scrape off grime, grease, labels, stickers, dried-up food, candle wax, and so much more! Promising review: "This is the greatest cleaning tool invented! I love it! I had tried every tip to get rid of the hard-water buildup around my sinks, and this little gizmo gets rid of it in a breeze. Everyone should have one. So simple and so brilliant." —Debra J. Get a pack of two from Amazon for $14.99. See how one TikTok user styled hers in this TikTok video by Miriam Gin. Promising review: "We have a narrow bathtub/shower with little space. I love this product, it’s so easy to install. I used a level to keep them aligned. Wait 24 hours before you use them. Great price, great quality, I highly recommend." —Karen Kopecki Get them from Amazon for $34.99 (available in different colors, styles, and set sizes). Promising review: "By the picture, I was expecting a lightweight plastic base with flimsy metal uprights that would hold a lightweight pan or cutting board. BOY WAS I WRONG!!!! This is a very heavy-duty base with a good grip on the bottom. The uprights are heavily coated wire to prevent scratching of the items they hold. I am SO PLEASED with the quality of this rack that I will be ordering a couple more to use for my skillets. Buy with confidence as these are really a quality product." —labbie1 Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in three styles). Promising review: "If you’re even considering doing it, JUST DO IT!! I can’t even begin to tell you how easy this was, and the end result is mind-blowing! When people come over (we’re remodeling our newly purchased home built in 1865), their jaws drop. We put this in the sunroom/eat-in kitchen area. We love it so much, we’ll be doing it in the bar area of the dining room. When you actually get them on the ceiling and look at your finished product, you’d never guess it’s Styrofoam. Caulking between the tiles was crucial to giving its overall look. That was the most difficult part. My advice (from watching hours of YouTube videos and doing research) find the center of the ceiling and work your way out. It took us two hours to do a fairly large space. We definitely overestimated how many it would take, but I’m glad we had extra on hand in case we messed one up. Also — make sure your blade is SHARP!" —Steven Get 48 tiles from Amazon for $169+ (available in four pack sizes and eight colors). The battery-operated model requires two AA batteries, not included. Promising review: "Okay, I don’t normally rave about things like this. I bought this on a whim in a last attempt to save my favorite duvet cover. The pills had gotten to the point where it was seriously uncomfortable to sleep with them getting all up in my leg space. I thought I was going to have to get a new duvet cover entirely. Along came this lil' baby. Not only is my duvet cover basically brand new, but I have found a new hobby. I’m depilling everything. Sweatshirts, leggings, blankets, socks, anything that looks like it needs some love. It does the job quickly and leaves everything looking fresh. Hi, I’m obsessed. I can’t stop. I should send this back. I’ve started asking if my neighbors need anything depilled. I’m going to buy one of these for everyone in my life. Everyone needs to own this. Take it away from me." —Sydney Jensen Promising review: "This is something I didn't believe until I tried it. All it took was a quick swipe with a paper towel and GONE. It loosened everything, and it was sooo white once cleaned!! I would buy these as gifts." —Max's Mum Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (available in four colors). Promising review: "This product is designed to be perfect for its usage. Herbs stay fresh and visible. Plus, it is beautiful looking. So much better than using a drinking glass." —zerg4 Get it from our Goodful line on Amazon for $23.55. Promising review: "I love this product! It makes the floors shine, the aroma is pleasant, and everything feels and looks refreshed. It is streak-free, easy to use, and makes my bathroom floors look beautiful. It takes a small amount but does a fantastic job." —Prime_Shopper_2017 Get it from Amazon for $6.98 (available in three sizes). Covogoods is a Utah-based, woman-founded small business that specializes in storage solutions crafted from up-cycled books. Promising review: "This is perfect for hiding our router and accessories in our bookcase. Love it!" —supergirl Get it from Covogoods on Amazon Handmade for $39. Promising review: "I have used them for both plants and light cables. The leaf design blends in nicely and looks decorative. They stick well on smooth walls, but a few lost grip over time — best for light vines. Still, they’re creative and serve different purposes." —Daniela Gomez * Products That’ll Instantly Upgrade Your Backyard * If Your Bedroom Is In Need Of A Makeover, These 31 Items Have Got You Covered * If Your Home Had Fingers, It Would Have 'Em Crossed For You To Buy One Of These 31 Things BuzzFeed Shopping is service journalism first: our writers and editors spend all day shopping so you don’t have to, vetting products, fact-checking brand claims, and surfacing what actually helps in real life. We center readers over revenue, recommend products with authenticity (using real experiences, not ad-speak), and reflect our diverse audience, inclusive of a variety of price points, people, and needs. We cut through fake deals, favor useful info over glossy fluff, and recommend both budget and splurge options with context so you can decide what’s right for you — and still have a little fun along the way. Reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.