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If Your Birth Year Starts With “19,” These 28 “Boring” Products From Lowe’s Will Probably Excite You

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by Colin Gorenstein BuzzFeed Contributor

I am a contributing writer based in Brooklyn who previously held roles at BuzzFeed including Commerce Writer, Senior Entertainment Partnership Manager (Streaming Lead), and Streaming Editor.

1. A strikingly beautiful workstation sinkthat'll make you realize your old sink was kinda giving nothing. This stainless-steel workhorse comes with a built-in solid-wood cutting board, a colander, and a drying rack that slides right over the basin, so you can prep, rinse, and dry without sacrificing a single inch of counter space.

Lowe's

Promising review: "It's so NICE to have room to clean everything and/or have room for other items to soak while washing up, or load many dishes for cleaning later. Extra 'included items' are mostly useful. A veggie tray might be more of a storage bin under the sink. The cutting board is lovely. The dryer rack has MANY uses. I will never go back to a divided 'old-style' sink. Time will tell if it wears well." —SacoMom

Price: $399 (originally $469; available in three sizes) 

2. A "fandelier" fixture, which heard your "fans are ugly" take and said, "What if I was actually super elegant and made of satin...and offered ultra-powerful air movement with whisper-quiet performance?"

Lowe's

Promising review: "This fan/light is a lovely addition to our bedroom. Clean, pretty lines, an almost silent three-speed fan, and a light that can be either bright or in a dimmed setting. As we have 8-foot ceilings, I additionally purchased the 2-inch rod option and used that to make it closer to the ceiling. We are very happy with this fan/light and recommend it." —Liz S

Price: $349.99 (available in three finishes)

3. A wooden floating shelfthat'll let your trinkets do the talking with its tastefully streamlined style and charming, but not in-your-face design.

Lowe's

Includes: One shelf, two brackets, an installation template, and mounting hardware.

Promising review: "VERY cute and easy to install. The brackets are heavy-duty metal and come with a super-simple template to help you get it right where you like it on the wall. The board is hollow but doesn't look like it." —aluv227

Price: $39.98+ (originally $44.98; available in two sizes and finishes)

4. A French return curtain rod if you're an overworked human who could really use a good night's sleep. No guarantees, but this curved design, which allows the curtain to block out even more light from trickling in, might just be the answer.

Lowe's

Promising review: "I bought two of these curtain rods and they are both great. I appreciate the ability to adjust the length of the rods and the color is nice." —MP11

Price: $27.99 (nine colors/finishes)

5. A Simplehuman trash can with separate sections for trash and recyclables, plus handy liner pockets that keep replacement bags within reach. The rare trash can you won't need to tuck away because it's an eyesore! 

Lowe's

Promising review: "I needed a trash can/recycle bin in one and this fit the bill. Works perfectly in my space, and even though Simplehuman trash cans are a splurge, they are worth it. This is my second. My old one will now go into the garage. It's about 5 years old and still going strong. I highly recommend this can." —Sunshine

Price: $150

6. And a sleek compost caddythat'll make composting a breeze. It's attachable to the side of trash cans, or you can leave it out on the counter without looking sloppy.

Lowe's

Promising review: "This caddy is an asset to my kitchen and to composting. It's the perfect size, and I love having bags to keep the container clean. Clean-up after composting is minimal. As a senior, I like how low-maintenance the whole process is." —Janet J. 

"We have a septic tank, and I cannot put anything down our garbage disposal, so having this caddy is a lifesaver. I bought the caddy as an attachment to the step-open trash bin, and they have both made my life so much easier in the kitchen. They are both so good-looking. I have been updating our kitchen, and seriously streamlining our trash collecting process." —Deborah J.

Price: $49.99

7. A home office "lap desk" to make working from the couch not only practical (with its built-in phone slot for multitasking, cushioning, and ventilation), but stylish, too (with a handful of beautiful wood grains, among other materials to choose from).

Lowe's

Price: $37.86

8. A beautiful electric screwdriver kit (four words you probably never thought you'd see together) that you might actually want to leave out on display when you're not using it for miscellaneous home maintenance jobs. 

Lowe's

Includes: A screwdriver, 25 bits, an extension rod, and a magnetic storage box in a portable minimalist kit.

Promising reviews: "Great screwdriver, the three settings are fantastic. The battery is great, and the little light is also brilliant for harder-to-reach screws. All in all, it's an amazing little screwdriver." —Jonathan W

"It’s the perfect size for a car or small jobs around the house. It’s got a great variety of heads and more than enough suction power. Its first job was not in the car but rather inside, picking up confetti from the carpet. The tool performed better than I could have hoped. It also cleans the cars exceptionally well with a variety of heads, ensuring that every area is accessible. Its small size and weight make the whole process a dream." —Peter

Price: $49.98

9. A non-electric bidet toilet seat, because it's 2026, and let's face it: The TP life just isn't cutting it. The bidet hooks up to your existing water line, offers adjustable water pressure and front and rear washes, and even has self-cleaning nozzles and a slow-close seat — no outlet required!

Lowe's

Promising review: "If you are looking for a reasonably priced bidet to explore if this is truly for you, I would definitely recommend this product. So far, it seems very durable; it was extremely easy to install, comfortable, and simple to use. Also isn't a major eyesore in our bathroom." —Elizabeth

Price: $89.98 (originally $99.98)

10. A sleek kitchen cartwith a bamboo top, sturdy chrome-steel base, and plenty of room to prep, serve, or stash kitchen essentials — because, no matter how big your kitchen is, we could all benefit from a little extra (portable!) counter space.

Lowe's

Promising reviews: "This cart is GREAT! The cutting board is thick, solid, REMOVABLE, and is a steal of a deal all by itself. Great functionality and adjustable to your needs." —KKSMITTY

"The cart is perfect for storing my KitchenAid Stand Mixer and large Crockpot. Both are heavy to pick up and move to the counter. Being able to roll the cart to where appliances are needed is a game changer. Perfect!!!" —Carol329

Price: $114.98

11. A slim Yamazaki storage cart that really does it all (don't be fooled by its sleek, minimalist appearance). Not only is it perfect for corralling shoes, bags, and sporting goods, but reviewers also love it as a planter.

Lowe's

Promising review: "Needed a plant stand near my living room window/patio door. Clean aesthetic, fits five small potted plants (e.g., orchids) on the top shelf. The bottom two shelves fit additional plants, but only because the pot bases happen to perfectly fit — otherwise, it would be more challenging to get use out of them. Rolling wheels are smooth, allowing for easy positioning. Happy with purchase!" —Kristin M.

Price: $148

12. A plug-in wall sconcewith frosted globe lights — perfect for the person with a taste for contemporary design and a distaste for wall installations.

Lowe's

Price: $105.66

13. A bamboo drawer organizer, because nothing beats the feeling of everything being in its right place. The expandable design helps you sort utensils, office supplies, beauty products, and god knows whatever else that has been hiding in the depths of your drawers all these years.

Lowe's

Promising review: "This is perfect for drawers, the expandable feature means a perfect fit every time. I used this in a drawer in temporary cabinets. Only one side of the expandable feature is usable unless I turn it 90 degrees from the picture. Very easy to keep clean, and keeps the silverware and others separated and easy to organize. The construction should make it last for years. Nice product, I will transfer to my new cabinets when installed."—ramiller665

Price: $39.98

14. An understated wall-mounted coat rack to organize your grab-and-go essentials. It's a seriously stylish way to keep your entryway from becoming a pile of stuff.

Lowe's

Promising review: "I bought three of these super-useful wall-mounted coat hangers. Two are in my closet for purses and PJs. The third holds brooms in the laundry room. I highly recommend this product!" —Patricia N. 

Price: $39

15. A computer desk that'll make your WFH setup feel less makeshift and more like a full-blown office. Its two roomy drawers will give you plenty of space to stash office supplies and keep your workspace looking polished.

Lowe's

Promising review: "Easy to assemble, the instructions are very clear, I put it together quickly!" —Donna

Price: $209.99 (originally $249.99)

16. Acustomizable wooden peg organizer to make your kitchen cabinets feel a bit more put-together. Its adjustable pegs are perfect for arranging all your plates, bowls, pots, and pans — especially those rogue "stackable" items that tend to shift and bounce around.

Lowe's

Price: $174.99

17. A grout cleaner with a brightening formula that'll cut through dirt, grime, and stains with ease. Zep-ers know what a massive difference a bit of a tile clean-up can make in the bathroom!

Mullau21/Lowe's

Promising review: "Bought a 20-year-old condo, with 20 years of dirt and crud on ceramic tile bathroom floors! After several products didn't get the area clean, this product was amazing! Applied it, waited 15–30 minutes, then used a long-handled grout brush, and with very little effort, layers of filth lifted off. Best part is that there was no odor!!!" —Condo 

Price: $8.98 (originally $10.98) 

18. A two-tier pull-out cabinet organizer that'll turn any awkward cabinet storage into an easy-to-access hub for everything from cleaning supplies to pantry essentials. 

Lowe's

Promising reviews: "This cabinet insert slides smoothly, has a soft-close feature, and is heavy duty. Installation was quick and fairly simple. I've been wanting inserts in my lower cabinets for years. We bought a new house, and I finally did it. So worth it! I can find everything quickly and easily. Love this product!" —Chris081626

"The directions are easy to follow, and the time estimated for installation was accurate. The shelves slide out smoothly and have a soft close. I feel like my things are more accessible, and without eliminating a lot of items, I was able to fit pretty much the same amount of things in less space, so I really did make space for more." —NanLu 

Price: $159.98 

19. A compact Dyson air purifierto quietly filter out dust, allergens, pet dander, odors, and other airborne pollutants while automatically monitoring your air quality.

Lowe's

Promising reviews: "Good air flow, low noise. I keep it on auto, and it comes on when it’s needed. Thankful I had it for all our Canadian wildfire smoke." —Jude

"It’s been a month since I got this little beast, and my house has never felt so dust-free and the air so clean. The noise level is minimal in auto mode, and the full power noise isn’t bad either, like a small space heater or an AC vent, but totally fine; the airflow is good. You can feel the jet stream coming out, and I really appreciate the constant air quality check." —Simon

Price: $349.99

20. A TV-mounting kitthat'll help you finally conceal those hideous dangling cords from your setup. Bonus: It'll give you the added flexibility to tilt and swivel your screen for maximum visibility and minimal glare. 

Lowe's

Promising reviews: "This is a very well-built item, and I was happy with how easy it was to install. The supplied template was measured out perfectly and the ease of attaching it to the wall was great. I highly recommend this." —Bruce S.

"Very easy to install. The hole is big enough to easily fish wires between studs. I bought a true flush mount for my TV and this allows it to completely touch the wall. I recommend this!" —Ruon2me

Price: $37.98

21. An aesthetically pleasing Windmill window AC— for spaces up to 350 square feet — with smart features that let you control it from your phone. Finally, an option that won't kill the vibe with a booming motor or a clunky appearance! 

Lowe's

Promising review: "These Windmill air conditioners set a new standard for the window AC market. From the non-invasive, sleek design and quiet, efficient operation, to the second-to-none customer service and care, they are what all window air conditioners should be from here on out. They don’t cost much more than the old, noisy, uneven air-obnoxious ones do, either, and with their deals and discounts, they are pretty much the same, but you get a much better-quality unit that truly looks good hanging out of your window. To anyone in the market for a new window AC, I highly recommend the Windmill. We now have two, and I will not buy anything else." —Kevin

Price: $449.99

22. A satin nickel outlet plate, because yeah, it might just be an outlet plate, but have you seen what a massive difference switching these out can make in a space? Sleek and understated — this is the best cheap (and renter-friendly) upgrade you'll make all year.

Lowe's

Promising review: "Super simple to install, and (because it's silver) doesn't show scratches as easily as plates that have a darker finish on top." —eveska

Price: $3.98 (available in three other colors/finishes)

23. A super-effective spot remover spraythat works to remove the toughest spots and stains from carpets, rugs, and upholstery. The best part? No rinsing, vacuuming, or...even waiting to see the results.

Ljabn/Lowe's

Promising reviews: "I had several nasty stains on a carpet that were from bookstand legs; the legs had gotten wet and deteriorated, leaving stains. This product was wonderful for stain removal, eliminating all odors and deeply penetrating the stain, leaving no residue. After drying, the surface was safe and usable. Would buy again!" —Pamela 

"Bought to clean up cat throw-up spots on my carpet. It worked!! Spots gone!" —Macs

Price: $6.88 (originally $7.48)

24. A cordless Ego air inflator so you don't have to keep hauling out a bulky compressor for quick inflation jobs. This compact and portable option has a digital gauge that lets you easily set your desired pressure and is perfect for topping off tires, sports equipment, and more.

Lowe's

Promising reviews: "Works well. I had a Black & Decker that was very good, but I found out the hard way that it needed a rest between jobs. Always read the instructions. This little guy is portable, seems very sturdy, and the removable light really is useful. My use is for 42 psi car tires and 100 psi bike tires. No problem with either." —Dscarty

"I got this last week, and I'm loving it! I have a trailer tire with a slow leak and all I have to do is connect this pump while I’m busy strapping down the load and by the time I’m done, it’s finished." —TomSach

Price: $149

25. A plug-in flying insect trapwith a design so discreet that you'd never know it's collecting bugs left and right on a hidden adhesive cartridge inside. It lures fruit flies, gnats, house flies, and other pesky bugs around the clock with a blue and UV light. 

Lowe's

Promising reviews: "I was skeptical about this product working, but decided to try it anyway. I kept getting houseflies and happily, this did take care of them!" —Hazy 

"Zevo really works and captures all flying insects. It also works as a night-light along the floor in the outlets. I bought three for our house." —AE50

Price: $19.98

26. A Dyson V8 cordless vacuum that'll make tackling pet hair, crumbs, and everyday messes feel way less like a chore. It's lightweight and converts to a handheld, so you can seamlessly go from cleaning the floors to getting into those hard-to-reach corners and couch cushions.

Lowe's

Promising reviews: "So easy to use and store. My son-in-law hung it for easy accessibility. Mainly used for wooden floors in my kitchen that always has crumbs, and the wooden foyer floor, where dirt is tracked in. No more lugging out the heavy sweeper. Plus, having no cord is sweet." —joyce

"This is our third Dyson vacuum, and the quality just keeps getting better. The dust capacity, filtration, maneuverability, runtime, and suction are all excellent. My favorite feature is not having to remove hair from the roller brush that impeccably stays clean after vacuuming several rooms with two strictly indoor cats. Dyson vacuums are supreme and well worth the investment!" —Cat Parents

Price: $399.99

27. A cordless outdoor roller shade with light-filtering fabric to help soften harsh sunlight and cut down on glare while giving you a little extra privacy.

Lowe's

Promising review: "Exactly what we needed to keep the sun's rays from coming into our home. The temperature dropped 5 degrees and has maintained a steady 70°F since we put them up. The roller is bidirectional, so you can mount it with the roller crank on either side. Not bad for a manual crank. Shades move up or down pretty fast. I recommend these for anyone who wants to help cool their home down and also for privacy." —String

"We absolutely love these porch blinds! They were exactly what we were looking for to use on our screened-in porch for privacy. Husband had no trouble putting them up, and they have withstood some strong winds. He used the bungee cords that came with the blinds. Very pleased and would recommend!" —Buffy

Price: $61.98 (available in four widths and four colors/finishes) 

28. A bottle of Feed-N-Wax wood polish that'll make your table look brand spankin' new and add a protective layer to prevent future drying and fading. Wood ya look at this before and after!

Lowe's

Promising reviews: "I used a stencil brush to apply to my antique basket. It works so very well. Then I applied to my kitchen cabinets. Works on them too. All around win." —Flowers4me

"Great for reviving the insides of drawers without ruining your clothing and getting wooden drawer slides moving easily again." —Meow 

"This product is a fabulous and easy way to moisturize wooden furniture. It goes on smoothly, buffs to a nice finish, and it smells so good!" —Judith

Price: $11.48

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