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The 11 Things You Need to Upgrade Your Home Now
We know that making home improvements can feel like a waste of money, especially if nothing is inherently wrong with your home. But your home has a huge effect on how you feel, and making sure your home feels like a happy, comfortable place is incredibly important. Additionally, you don’t necessarily have to spend thousands of dollars in order to upgrade your home. Sure, new furniture looks great and will certainly do the trick, but there are a number of much smaller, less expensive additions you make to your home to elevate it.
We’re talking small pieces that you can add to your bathroom, bedroom, and living areas to tie your home together, giving it a stronger more thoughtful aesthetic with minimal effort on your part. We’ll prove it to you—from diffusers to coasters to crafty places to store your toilet paper, we’ve rounded up a few of our favorite affordable, easy-to-install items that will upgrade your space, make it more functional, and won’t break the bank. All you have to do is press ‘purchase’ and enjoy.
Yamazaki Rin Magnetic Key Rack w/ Tray
Price: $22
Why You Need It: This sleek key ring has built-in magnets on the back so you can stick it on any metal surface with ease. It also has a tray for holding a wallet, mail, and anything else you want to keep at the ready.
Yamazaki Tower Toilet Paper Stand w/ Tray
Price: $28
Why You Need It: Not sure where to stash your spare toilet paper rolls? Hide them in plain site with this stand that holds three extra rolls as well as a few small items in the top tray. It’s perfect for any size bathroom.
Tooletries Toothbrush & Razor Holder
Price: $18
Why You Need it: If your bathroom doesn’t have an organized place to hold all your things, this sleek toothbrush and razor holder can go either in the shower or next to the sink. The minimalist design makes it ideal for any bathroom and it also holds a tube of toothpaste and has a tray for small jewelry items or spare blades.
Housefish Coat Rack
Price: $424.98
Why You Need it: If you have a small room that lacks adequate closet space, this super aesthetic coat rack is the solution. It has a number of joints and limbs for holding coats and bags, but it also looks great with nothing on it. Win-win.
Campo Black Ceramic Ultrasonic Essential Oil Diffuser
Price: $84.98
Why You Need It: Turn your space into an oasis with this diffuser. It releases essential oils into the air at timed intervals and automatically turns off after four hours. Basically, enjoy a nice-smelling home without having to make it smell nice yourself.
iLoveHandles STRETCH Shelf
Price: $32.98
Why You Need It: This isn’t just your average floating shelf, this shelf has special divots specifically for tech devices to rest. It also has a seven holes drilled in it to easily thread charging cords through.
Seward Trunk Footlocker Trunk with Wheels
Price: $144.98
Why You Need It: Trunks aren’t just for storage, this one is attractive enough to use as a coffee table or ottoman in a room that needs a little extra storage space. It’s perfect for holding everything from extra blankets, to clothing, to tools and equipment.
Revival Rugs Necati Small Rug
Price: $540.80
Why You Need It: This handwoven Turkish rug won’t break the bank even though it’s a vintage piece that’s been expertly restored. The durable fabric will last for years to come and add a touch of comfort and sophistication to any space (literally, because it’s small enough to fit anywhere).
Bloomscape Fiddle Leaf Fig
Price: $195
Why You Need It: Plants bring a ton of life to a space, especially large ones like this Fiddle Leaf Fig. It comes with a versatile terra cotta pot as well as a booklet full of tips and tricks for expert-level care.
Fellow Big Jo' 12 oz Mugs
Price: $52.9
Why You Need It: These big mugs are super easy to hold and have a sleek matte finish with a copper bottom. They’re double-wall ceramic so they keep your beverage hot without burning your hands and the large size makes them ideal for those mornings when you need a little extra caffeine to get you going.
Bronsen Concrete Moon Coaster Set
Price: $49.98
Why You Need It: A nice coaster set will elevate your dining space more than you’d think. Not only do coasters preserve the state of your surfaces (wood especially), but they’re also a great way to add some color and texture to a table.
