Say “So Long” To Small But Devastatingly Irritating Home Issues With These 27 Products

Say “So Long” To Small But Devastatingly Irritating Home Issues With These 27 Products

BuzzFeed-Shopping·2025-06-21 05:02

1. An exhaust fan that's gonna hold onto *way* less dust than the gross grated fan you've got looming over your toilet today. Replace the grate with this (you can still use the same fan system inside!) and treat yourself to a small upgrade that's gonna make a big difference.

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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

Get it from Amazon for $26.99.

2. A pack of wall plant clips (a whopping SIXTY of them, in fact) sure to delight pothos-lovers who have vines wrapped around every nook and cranny of their living room, just waiting for the day when they can spread out around the house. These gentle clips are paint-safe and sticky on the back, so you can display vines without using nails or aesthetic-killing clips. 

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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

Get a pack of 60 from Amazon for $6.49.

3. A trio of wall-mounted amber bottles complete with matching labels so your shampoo, conditioner, and body wash are off the sides of the tub and displayed in a far more practical, clean, and aesthetic(!!) manner. 

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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 $32.04+(available in different colors, styles, and set sizes).

4. An elegant switch plate cover for sprucing up your space if the fixer-upper you own needs updates from top to bottom. These inexpensive plate covers were *made* for making bland walls look bold. 

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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 $15+ (available in several styles, sizes, and finishes). 

5. A bottle of drywall repair putty with a quick-use applicator. If looking at your drywall's imperfections is a pet peeve that makes you feel like you're gonna ~crack,~ this simple solution is made for you!

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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

Get it from Amazon for $14.97.

6. An adjustable bakeware rack to keep your kitchen tools upright and at-the-ready so you aren't playing a risky game of Jenga every time you need your casserole dish.

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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.

7. A pack of six furniture markers that's gonna delight your kids when you tell them they actually ~can~ draw on the furniture.

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Promising review: "I am thoroughly impressed! We have a 115-plus-year-old house, and we only have hardwood in our downstairs hall and den. We didn't want to spend tons of money because we are probably going to be replacing the flooring in a few years. I'm actually still working on this as I'm writing this, but I am so impressed that I just had to write a review right away. The only 'negative' I have is that the colors are darker than the caps show, but not a big deal. For the money, you can't go wrong." —Borg

Get them from Amazon for $9.99.

8. A drywall repair kit so you can save your walls from the "save" your goalie made the *one* time you let your kids play ball in the house.

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Promising review: "This spackle is so handy! Much easier and faster than opening a regular container of spackle, then finding a putty knife to use and sandpaper. Everything you need is right there. I filled close to 50 small holes and nicks from kids throwing toys, etc., in less than 15 minutes. Would definitely recommend this." —Michelle Smith

Get it from Amazon for $15.16.

9. A fabric defuzzer that'll clean up the aging, cat-scratched arm of your favorite sofa you can't stand looking at in its sad state a moment longer.

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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

Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in four colors).

10. The Pink Stuff All-Purpose Floor Cleaner for folks who know The Pink Stuff could be the *only* stuff. Try out their floor cleaner and transform your brown grout into the white grout it actually is. 

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Promising review: "This is just what I wanted. I really like that there isn’t any residue left over on my floors. The smell is very simple and clean, and now my floors look terrific." —S.A. Milano

Get it from Amazon for $6.98.

11. An herb keeper that'll make your fridge look put together by eliminating the grocery store plastic bags you were previously keeping produce in *and* help prevent your refrigerator from becoming a graveyard for well-intentioned grocery purchases. 

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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 $19.99.

12. A microwave cleaner — it's gonna save your microwave from your messiest leftovers. Bring it on, chili.

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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 $6.99 (available in four colors).

13. A snazzy faux book display made out of reclaimed materials. This sneaky storage space is hollowed out, so it'll hide unsightly cords (or that pile of mail you don't know what to do with). This'll make your shelves look spick-and-span this spring — without any organizational effort. 

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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 $29.

14. A roll of peel-and-stick subway tile backsplash so you can add some charm to an otherwise ~nothing~ wall. If your kitchen has no windows to speak of and you are sick of staring into that bland abyss while doing dishes, give your space some character with this renter-friendly *and* heat-resistant sticker setup! They interlock and stick directly onto the walls — no muss, no fuss. 

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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 $39.99+ (available in 20 colors).

15. A stainless steel cleaner to wipe up grease, stains, and fingerprints you've just accepted as part of the atmosphere at this point. Now that you've noticed those grubby little splotches, snag this and make them disappear faster than you're able to say "cleaning the kitchen sucks." Turns out, it doesn't have to with this stuff.

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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).

16. A Chomp wall cleaner complete with a baseboard duster, dry dust and wet mop cleaning pads, and a microfiber cover. With this telescoping tool, you can finally dust and scrub high windowsills, vent covers, and age-old stains on your ceiling. Plus, you can clean your baseboards without bending (and breaking) your back.

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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

Get it from Amazon for $39.97.

17. A bottle of Bring It On — a cleaning solution your bathroom mirror is practically begging you to buy. If all the toothpaste, water spots, runaway hairspray, and splotchy skincare gunk that's stuck to your mirror has you feeling unsettled, this all-natural cleaner is gonna clear that up in seconds. 

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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

Get it from Amazon for $19.

18. An almond-scented wood polish and cleaner kit (with an included microfiber cloth) formulated with a grime-busting and wood-safe mineral oil that'll easily wipe away buildup on wood surfaces and restore their finish. Other natural cleaners often include beeswax or orange oil, which can leave surfaces sticky and require a second cleaning after use — this natural option is a one-stop shop! Sweet. 

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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

Get it from Amazon for $19.95.

19. A touch-up paint pen because scuffs make things look dirtier, no matter how clean they may be, and that one scuff mark on your wall has been MOCKING you for weeks now. Yes, trying to put up a shelf on your own ended in disaster. Thank you for reminding me, scuff mark!

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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).

20. A grout stain remover so you can stop being ~groutchy~ about the grim state your bathroom tile is in. 

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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

Get it from Amazon for $14.99

21. Concrete paint in a satin silver-gray epoxy to make worn, weathered patios and walkways look pretty much pristine. Plus, it's easy to clean and won't scuff or fade! 

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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 $35+ a gallon (available in two shades of gray).

22. A ceiling fan carbon filter for grabbing dust, pollen, smoke, dander, and other allergens as the fan spins. It sticks to the fan blade and is unnoticeable — but you may notice the difference in the air!

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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 $21.99.

23. A crack weeder tool designed to get those basically immortal weeds that grow THROUGH your concrete sans plant-killing chemicals. It fits into tiny, tight spaces and snatches up that unsightly stuff! 

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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 $16.95.

24. An enamel paint you can paint *directly* onto metal appliances that are really showing their age. We're talkin' the fridge, bed frames, washers and dryers, dishwashers, the bathtub... turn back time and watch as your appliances magically look brand-new. 

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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 $26.32.

25. A pair of linen café curtains reviewers use both over their windows as a way to create privacy (while still letting in light!) *and* as a gorgeous upgrade to unsightly storage spaces or appliances. Looking at you, ugly dishwasher... but not for long! 

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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 $18.99+ (available in several sizes and colors).

26. A ChomChom pet hair remover roller — this is gonna pick up fur and lock it inside the roller, making cleanup a breeze. Plus, it doesn't lose its effectiveness with heavy use, so you can remove fur whenever the heck you want instead of waiting until your furniture is so covered it looks like a new pet altogether. 

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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 two colors).

27. A 10-piece set of drawer organizers so you can breathe a sigh of relief after turning *that* drawer into an organized masterpiece. No more stabbing yourself with a loose pair of scissors while looking for the (measuring tape, toothpicks, car keys... it's all in that drawer) thing you need.

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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.

Reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.

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