31 Ways To Help You Redesign Your Home On A Budget


Because we are absolutely not going broke just to upgrade our homes.

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Give your stairs a major upgrade by using a set of removable tile decals. They come in a roll just like tape, so you slap them on your risers and — boom! — you’re done.


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Quadrostyle is a woman-founded brand from Aussie designer Gabrielle Morabia. With operations based in Bali and an HQ in the south of France, Quadrostyle embraces all corners of the globe and takes inspiration from the traditional tiles found in the Mediterranean, Latin America, and Scandinavia.

Promising review: « What a great upgrade to my very old, tired stairs — the product shipped quickly, was very forgiving as I worked with it, and it only took a couple hours to complete the project. I couldn’t be happier with how it turned out! » —Valerie

Get it from Quadrostyle on Etsy for $14.76+ (available in six heights and two finishes).

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Antique and vintage mirrors are timeless, but unfortunately they can be really expensive. Try this antique-inspired mirror that’s less than $20. It’s super lightweight because it’s plastic, so no need for heavy-duty hardware when it comes to hanging it — some folks just use tape.


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Promising review: « This was everything I had hoped it would be. It is light, easy to hang, and just beautiful! The weight really helps in the installation as I have plaster walls and can use those Command strips on this. Some mirrors are so heavy — this one isn’t. It’s just beautiful. Highly recommend. Quick shipping, too! » —Jane G Chlapaty

Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in three colors).


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Create a gallery wall with a set of eight framed pieces of art in various sizes. The themed art will create a cohesive look without being too matchy. Bonus: This kit comes with a sheet of paper that shows popular layout options, so you don’t have to spend hours going « OK, so where should THIS one go?!??!?! »


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The set comes with two frames and art in 12″x16″, 8″x12″, 8″x10″, and 6″x8″ sizes.

Promising review: « These photos are so nice and great quality for the price. My family room needed a little changing, and these photos were awesome! I also love that the seller provides a sheet of different ways to hang the photos. » —Critic

Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (the frame color is available in natural or black).

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If you have a bathroom with outdated cabinet pulls or knobs, consider swapping them out for something that’s on trend yet timeless, like these black matte-steel cabinet pulls. If you rent, simply put the old ones in a shoebox or bag under the sink so you can swap them back in when it’s time to move out.


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Promising review: « Perfect! They were exactly what I was going for! Great quality, very durable, and actually have some weight to them. Great purchase for replacing all of the hardware in my kitchen and bathroom for the camper I am remodeling. Definitely would recommend, especially at such an amazing price. Great value for great quality! » —Summertime

Get it from Amazon for $4.99+ (available in quantities one through 60 and in black, gold, or silver).

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Install a macramé hanging shelf to house all your plants and curiosities without having to build an entire bookshelf. Because it’s so lightweight, all you need are a couple of S hooks to hang it from your ceiling.


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Promising review: « I knew I’d love this little shelf unit as soon as I saw it on Amazon…and I was right! Arrived in one day; the wood isn’t that cheap Ikea-type wood. It’s nice and heavy/sturdy, which surprised me! The ropes are thick and nicely woven. I was able to hang it myself in under five minutes, using a hook screw. It fits perfectly with the green ‘boho-vintage’ theme I have in my bedroom. I would recommend this 100x over. I’d buy more if it wouldn’t be considered overkill 😂 Highly recommend 🙌🏻 » —Ashley M.

Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in three wood colors).

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Easily install LED lights around or behind your mirror, because doing your makeup with only a ceiling light shining down at you can cast some pretty unnatural shadows that makes makeup application tricky. A smart–touch dimmer lets you adjust brightness, too, so you can get glammed up even if your room is slightly dark.

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Or if your kitchen or bathroom doesn’t get enough task lighting, try an under-cabinet lighting kit. These are great because they just tape onto the bottom of your cabinets, which means they’re out of sight. They’re also remote controlled and have a dimmer and a timer, so you can set them to stay on and automatically turn off after 30 minutes, three hours, whatever!


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This set offers 13 feet of LED lights. 

Promising review: « We love this lighting fixture, and the several levels of light and is great as a night-light or to accent your appliances. Just figure our where you want light, place the self sticking pads, and set the lights in. If the string of lights is too long, just snip off where you want it to end. A terrific addition to our kitchen, adding warmth and ambiance to our kitchen counter. » —Steve

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in cool white, natural white, or warm white).

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Use peel-and-stick removable wallpaper to create a faux reclaimed wood accent wall for a fraction of the price of installing costly real wood. Simply cut the paper to your wall’s size and stick on. It’s really that easy.


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Promising review: « I love this product, it looks amazing! You really can’t tell it’s not real wood once applied. I used it to line the inner drawers and cabinets in my bathroom and so far I haven’t had any issues. Very durable, easy to cut to the size you need, and sticks really well after you burnish it down. I am very pleased with the results so far! Will definitely recommend and purchase again when needed. » —kara upperstrom

Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in five sizes).

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A big part of interior design — especially if you don’t want to break the bank — is to incorporate a lot of wonderful houseplants into your space. If that’s intimidating because you have a hard time keeping plant babies alive, try a pack of food spikes for fertilizing every type of flowering and foliage houseplant you have. Each stick provides up to two months of food for your plants, which eliminates the need to constantly fertilize and check the soil for nutrients.


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For best results, replace spikes every 30 days in spring and summer; replace every 60 days in winter and fall.

Promising review: « I swear by these plant food spikes!!! The package says they are for indoor plants, but I actually use them for all of my outdoor plants, especially my herbs. I first tried these after planting some basil and other herbs that seemed to be taking an eternity to grow. I figured I’d give them a try since they were so inexpensive and wow!!!!! Within just a few days, my plants had grown more than double what they had grown in the previous several weeks!! One of my friends (who also enjoys gardening) came over to my house and was in awe of how big and healthy all of my herbs were. When I told her about these spikes, she went straight from my house to purchase some and had the exact same growth results. » —GatorDO17

Get a pack of 24 spikes from Amazon for $2.79.

Read our full review of the Miracle Grow plant food spikes here.

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And keep your plants happy and healthy by using a trio of self-watering cat globes for those of us who are either chronic overwaterers or constantly traveling. Each bulb provides water for your plants for up to three weeks, depending on your climate.


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Promising review: « So glad I got these. I’m a chronic overwaterer and my plants were struggling. Now I don’t have to worry and I don’t even have to water. This is great for indoor plants that don’t actually need much water. And they’re super cute. I get lots of compliments on them! » —MB

Get it from Amazon for $20.97.


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Want the look of luxury without the hefty price tag? Try some dining chairs that are upholstered in PU leather — aka artificial leather. PU Leather is actually a wonderful material for dining chair upholstery as it doesn’t stain nearly as easily as traditional leather and can be cleaned with way more common household products.


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Promising review: « This is my second order of these chairs because I wanted more of them! They are delivered two in one box, packed well and are easy to assemble. I just built two and it took me about 15–20 minutes total. I think they are really comfortable and hold up well. We’ve used the chairs (from my first order) for about about a year now in our kitchen. There are five of us and the chairs still look brand new! » —Amazon Customer

Get a set of two from Amazon for $89.91+ (available in gray or white).

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Want to party but stuck at home? This color-changing showerhead will create that vibe without you having to pay an entrance fee. DJ booth not included.


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Promising review: « Our old showerhead broke, got this as a quick, affordable replacement and thought the light would be funny. It’s actually so amazing!! Like a spa at home, LOL, nice to shower in the dark before bed. The light is enough to light up the bathroom in the dark but not blinding. The water pressure on this thing is actually great, lightweight showerhead, only one speed setting. You can’t change the lights as they change on their own and it runs with the flow of the water. Hose is long enough to still bathe our dogs in the tub, too. Great value for the price. » —Gabby

Get it from Amazon for $27.99.

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If you need a nightstand but don’t necessarily want or need to spend big bucks on a traditional one, consider this metal end table with a charcoal-gray top that’s big enough for storing all your bedside essentials. The tabletop has a lip that curves upward around the edge, so if you ever spill snacks or liquids it won’t make a mess on the floor.


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Promising review: « This table is FANTASTIC. Putting it together literally took three minutes. It’s sturdy, attractive, and the perfect size for decor and some books. HIGHLY recommend. » —KayKay

Get it from Amazon for $48.99 (available in grey/gold or black/gold).

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Unsightly shower enclosure or bathtub got you down? Cover it up with a gorgeous shower curtain designed by Justina Blakeney, the bona fide queen of the bohemian interior design style that’s all the rage right now.


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Jungalow by Justina Blakeney is a Black- and woman-owned business based in Los Angeles that creates all sorts of boho-inspired home decor, from pillows and bedding to planters and wallpaper. Justina is the author of the New York Times bestselling book The New Bohemians, among other books.

Get it from Jungalow for $49.

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Are you short on storage? Keep your best and most-used products within reach with a space-saving shower curtain that has nine generously sized mesh storage pockets.


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Promising review: « I love this shower curtain. It’s very functional. I don’t have enough storage space in my bathroom. This curtain is a lifesaver. I use all the pockets, keep heavy things in them, too. Nothing ever happened. » —svhare

Get it from Amazon for $19.99.


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If soggy bath mats are absolutely not your thing (we hear you) consider a bamboo bath mat. It even has little rubber feet that prevent it from moving around.


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Promising review: « This mat is perfect for my tiny Brooklyn apartment. I like it because it does not get gross like textile-based bath mats. It is easy to wipe down and looks clean. If feet germs gross you out, this is the mat for you! » —Laura Anne White

Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in two finishes and four sizes).


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Add a peel-and-stick subway tile backsplash to your kitchen to create a more finished look. These are extra great if you’re a renter — they don’t damage the wall at all if you ever need to remove them.


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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 six colors).

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Or if you want a peel-and-stick backsplash that has more of a wow factor, use this one that mimics Talavera Mexican tile.


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Promising review: « So easy to install. Looking to upgrade the generic beige tiles on the fireplace that were actually leftover tiles from master bathroom. This peel-and-stick fit perfectly over the 12″x12″ ceramic tiles. I initially used a box cutter to cut, but toward the end it was easier to carefully cut with normal sharp kitchen scissors. Very pleased with the way it looked upon completion. Looks absolutely like real tile. » —CatherineM

Get it from Amazon for $31.99+ (available in gray or multicolor).

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A lot of us are still working from home, but that doesn’t necessarily mean we all of the sudden have the space for a home office. Try this small writing desk with a side pocket for getting tasks done without taking up too much space. There are nine wood finishes available, but this particular brown gives it an expensive reclaimed-wood look.


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Promising review: « Looks and feels great! It’s very light but doesn’t feel like it will fall apart with any weight on it. The wood looks very good quality and makes it look more expensive than it is. Highly recommend for people who need a simple no frills desk for a small space. Fits perfectly a laptop, some books, and a lamp if needed. And the side compartment is awesome, very thick and sturdy so I feel comfortable putting heavy things in it, from books to my iPad. » —William

Get it from Amazon for $55.99+ (available in five sizes and nine colors).

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Lighting is so important to good design, and this pack of three battery-powered stick-anywhere lights will illuminate those tough areas like closets, drawers, and staircases that otherwise become dark corners of your home. Each light has a motion sensor, so they will turn on when you’re near them and off when you’re not.


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Promising review: « I purchased these lights as a gift for my husband. We’ve been to a couple of nice hotels that would have motion-sensor lights under their beds that were nice when having to wake up in the middle of the night to use the restroom. The lights were incredibly easy to use, just put the AAA batteries (not included) in and voilà! I placed them on a middle post under our bed and the adhesive backing seems to be holding up. Now anytime it’s dark, because they won’t turn on with the lights on, we can move around our room without having to turn any lights on and are able to see just fine. The lights also only stay on for about 10–15 seconds, which is perfect for us. » —H. Michelle

Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (available in four colors).

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Ugly bathroom floor got you down? Instead of trying to permanently fix it (which can cost thousands!) try a vinyl mat that’ll look like tile on your floor. This one’s antifungal, hypoallergenic, thermal insulated, and 100% recyclable.


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Art Maison Canada is a small Canadian business in that makes vinyl art mats.

Get it from Art Maison Canada on Etsy for $20.82+ (available in five sizes).

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A well organized fridge is such a feast for the eyes, and this set of fridge organization labels that have a ton of font, size, and color options is the perfect way to achieve that look. Imagine opening your fridge and everything is exactly where it’s supposed to be. Ommmmmmmmm.


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Organise Life is a small business out of Australia that focuses on pantry and home labels.

Get it from Organise Life on Etsy for $1.62+ (available in small, medium, and large).


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Use a special shelf for books that — thanks to unique hardware — literally makes it look like your books are floating on the wall. An easy and very cool way to show off your favorite pieces of literature.


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From BuzzFeed staffer Kayla Boyd: « I love my floating bookshelves because they save a lot of space and since I colorized them, they look like fun decor in my room. It definitely helps me get excited about reading more since they’re so cute and visible. The shelves were also super easy to hang and, as you can see, they’re very sturdy. » —Kayla

Promising review: « These are so much fun! We ordered the small size, which fits standard hardback books (approximately five to seven hardbacks in my experience). They’re a great way to add some extra storage to our very small home, and we’ve placed them in our hallway so people ask us about them all the time. I’d highly recommend! » —LaBuenaVidaMere

Get it from Amazon for $18.93+ (also available in sets of three).


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Tired of opening your drawers to grab some socks or undies, only to find a giant pile of indiscernible fabrics? Try an underwear and sock divider insert because you deserve to open a drawer and actually see what your options are instead of feeling like you’re staring into the abyss.


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Promising review: « I got this organizer for my daughter’s drawers. I was so tired of putting her clothes away and barely closing the drawer because she had so much stuff packed into it. These organizers fit in her drawers perfectly. They came ready to go. All I had to do was zip the bottom to make it stable and put it in the drawer. I used one in her underwear drawer and the drawer looks so wonderful and organized. The compartments are a good size. I was able to get two pairs of underwear into most of the compartments. This is a sturdy organizer and a well-made product. » —Kari and Kevin

Get it from Amazon for $10.88+ (available in two sizes and seven colors).

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If you want your bathroom to have the look of a swanky hotel bathroom or spa, consider these stainless-steel and glass soap dispensers that look expensive but are actually quite reasonably priced. The uniform look will make your bathing experience feel so fancy.


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Promising review: « I purchased these to use as shampoo, conditioner, and body wash dispensers. I wanted our shower to look like a spa! They are great quality and many people I know have copied our idea, so they are a hit! Very high quality, the plunger part is always the most important part. These are metal and not plastic, something that seems to be hard to find when looking for dispensers. » —Rebecca Morea

Get set of two from Amazon for $14.99.

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Houseplants are such a mood, but often times they can take up a lot of floor space. If you’re short on space, this vertical plant stand can hold six medium-sized plants.


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Promising review: « The shelf is amazing for the price!! Very cute, adds style and functionality to a room. It’s super easy to put together; took me 20 minutes or less and all supplies/tools are included. Only *possible* drawback is sturdiness, because it is a little tall and could get top-heavy possibly. I opted to put smaller plants on top and heavier plants on bottom for that reason. Overall, 100% worth it, would buy again. Probably will. » —chelsey sample

Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in two sizes).

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Messy bed got you down? Upgrade your bedding situation with a set of buttery soft microfiber sheets. The thread count is 1,800, which means you’ll feel like you’re floating on a cloud every time you plop onto your bed. Even better: They’re wrinkle, moisture, and fade resistant.


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Promising review: « They feel like butter. I feel like an angel when I get into bed at night. We will be buying more. We like these better than our MUCH more expensive sheets. Do yourself a favor and get these today. » —Matt/Jenn

Get them from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in five sizes and 13 colors).


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We know that wallpaper is for, well, walls, but who says you can’t do more with it? A budget-friendly DIY project is to update old furniture with wallpaper, like this toile peel-and-stick wallpaper with a country-life theme.


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Promising review: « I have been looking for this type of peel-and-stick wallpaper, and Wayfair had it in the exact color I wanted! It is very easy to work with, so if you attach it incorrectly, it comes off and can be reapplied so easily. » —Bernice

Get it from Wayfair for $1.35 per square foot (available in two colors).


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Lack of whimsical mood lighting got you down? Try this string of rechargeable fairy lights so your luminous decor ambitions are no longer limited by outlet locations and the desire to not spend your life’s savings on batteries.


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Promising review: « These lights are great. They really add a lot of ambiance to my office. I love that they come with a remote and have adjustable brightness and many different modes for different looks. The remote also came with a battery so you’re ready to go right out of the box. I like them so much that I plan on buying another set for at home. You can’t beat the quality for the price these are being sold for. » —Billy

Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in 33 feet or 66 feet lengths).

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If your kitchen is lacking in both cabinet and counter storage, consider this freestanding kitchen workstation. It has five shelves, 10 hooks (perfect for hanging those large and awkwardly shaped tools that take up waaay too much drawer space), a spice organizer, and a basket.


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Promising review: « My cooking skills have improved enormously over the last few years, and my kitchen has become horribly cluttered as a result. I really needed something to put the microwave on that had enough shelves to store things like cereal and all of the boxes of Saran wrap that my mom keeps buying at the 99-cents store. This rack looked good, so I thought it was worth a try.

« This thing was incredibly easy to put together. I did it by myself and I didn’t even have to lock the cats in the other room or have a shot of whiskey like I do when I have to assemble IKEA furniture. Everything fits, it looks great, and it is cat approved. Wish I had bought this years ago. » —Ruthulhu

Get it from Amazon for $92.99+ (available in four wood finishes).

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Add a soft touch to your bedroom without investing in a completely upholstered (and therefore more expensive) bed frame. This tufted headboard will give you look and the comfort without needing to spend bookoo bucks.


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Promising review: “I wish there was more than 5 STARS. This headboard is beautiful, very well made, the legs are easy to put on, comes with everything you need. The color, fabric, and button tufting are magnificent!!! When I finish building my home I will be purchasing more for the guest rooms. I bought a king size and it fits perfectly. A+ on quality and got it four days before estimated delivery.” —D.B.

Get it from Amazon for $74+ (available in twin, full, queen, and king and 10 colors)

You after seeing how easy it is to make some major upgrades to your home without having to spend a small fortune:


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