Life's hard enough without the small annoyances that make your daily routine that much more frustrating. Luckily, these problem-solving products are here to save the day. From keeping your guacamole fresh for days to fixing the scratches on your furniture and preserving your favorite old sweater, these handy products tackle every one of those irritating problems you've dealt with time and time again. Best of all? They're all under $25.
For the Living Room
PET FUR & LINT REMOVER
PROBLEM: Your sofa looks like a dog bed.
SOLUTION: A pet hair collector that's the size of a lint roller without the sticky sheets. Simply glide this handheld wand (because it's that magical) over a pillow, chair cushion, car seat or piece of clothing while the soft bristles do the dirty work. When you're done, simply remove the base to dispose of trapped hair.
SOFA CUP HOLDER
PROBLEM: You never have a place to put your drink when you're on the couch.
SOLUTION: This brilliant silicone couch cup holder — it has weighted ends and a resin base that prevents it from slipping — works on fabric or leather and fits anything from a coffee cup to a remote control. It's safe to use with hot or cold beverages and comes in a few fun colors.
ANTI-CURLING PAD
PROBLEM: The rug is curling up, making you more prone to accidents.
SOLUTION: This handy set of anti-curling pads keep those corners secure, while also keeping the rug in place on your floor so it doesn't move around. This sticks to any floor securely but is easily removable.
FURNITURE REPAIR MARKERS
PROBLEM: That pesky scratch on your beloved wood furniture.
SOLUTION: These felt-tipped markers fix the problem in minutes. Color them on any scratch, let dry a few minutes and you're done. They come in a pack with a few colors that easily match with maple, oak, cherry, walnut, mahogany or espresso-colored wood. They work on everything from floors to furniture.
For the Kitchen
SILICONE FOOD SAVERS
PROBLEM: You're tired of wasting leftover produce.
SOLUTION: Preserve the freshness of leftover fruits and vegetables with silicone food savers. Push the leftover food into the silicone cap, and save it in your fridge until you need it again. The food savers create a seal to keep things fresh and prevent exposure to circulating air.
EASY-GRIP JAR OPENER
PROBLEM: That hot sauce lid's not coming off anytime soon.
SOLUTION: In swoops the easy-grip jar opener that fits lids or caps of any size. The patented design is perfect for kids or those with limited mobility. Just grip, twist and enjoy.
OVER-THE-SINK DRYING RACK
PROBLEM: Your dish rack is taking up all the space in your kitchen.
SOLUTION: Try this silicone-coated dish rack: It folds up easily so it virtually takes up no space in your kitchen, and it has steel insides to securely hold anything from a set of glasses to your heaviest pan right above the sink to dry with ease. It can also be used as a trivet, a colander or a cooling rack because it's heat-resistant.
STAINLESS-STEAL ODOR ABSORBER
PROBLEM: Your hands smell like onion.
SOLUTION: Washing your hands with soap and water doesn't remove the smell of garlic and onion after a chopping spree. To remove unwanted scents from your hands, simply rub the bar between your hands like traditional soap under water for 30 seconds. Since the Rub-A-Way Bar is made from stainless steel, you'll never need to replace it like you would a standard bar of soap.
FLEX POT CLIP
PROBLEM: Where's that extra hand in the kitchen when you need one?
SOLUTION: The utensil pot clip attaches directly to the pot or pan edge and holds utensils in place while you're cooking. The flexible opening is designed to fit a variety of kitchen-tool shapes, and the silicone and stainless-steel materials are heat-resistant. Now you can keep kitchen tools within easy reach and off the stovetop.
ADJUSTABLE BAGGY RACK
PROBLEM: Your kitchen counter is a mess after putting food into a storage bag.
SOLUTION: This sandwich bag opener gives you hands-free control of your food storage bag. Anything tricky to pour such as soup or sauce can be transferred into the storage bag without messes or spilling. The rack can fit bags up to one gallon in size.
GUACAMOLE KEEPER
PROBLEM: Your guac keeps browning before you can eat it.
SOLUTION: The secret to this preserver, which holds up to four cups of guac, is in the lid. Push it down and it completely expels all the air inside, ensuring your avocados don't brown for days at a time. It's BPA-free and dishwasher-safe, too, and one reviewer writes, "You need this. It's that simple."
For the Bathroom
DRAIN STOP & HAIR CATCHER
PROBLEM: Your tub always gets clogged.
SOLUTION: Try this dual-functioning hair catcher and drain stop. Press the center button to allow water flow and use as a hair catcher, or push on the upturned edges to snap the valve shut and use it as a drain stop.
TOOTHPASTE SQUEEZERS
PROBLEM: You can never get that last bit of toothpaste out.
SOLUTION: This three-pack of toothpaste squeezers couldn't be easier to use: just insert and rotate with the handle, and you'll get every bit of your money's worth out of that tube. It works on tubes made from plastic or aluminum, and you can even use it with things like shaving cream or moisturizer.
MINI SPATULAS
PROBLEM: You're tired of slamming your almost-empty makeup on the counter.
SOLUTION: This money-saving tool will allow you to use every last drop of your bottled products. The Spatty comes in two sizes, and each one can fit inside small openings to scoop out stubborn cosmetics.
HAIR TOOL STORAGE
PROBLEM: Your hair tools are always tangled and disorganized in your bathroom.
SOLUTION: This over-the-sink hair tool holder has three spaces to neatly store your dryer, curler, straightener, brushes, and more. This will keep cords organized and your bathroom way more organized — and you won't have to put hot tools on surfaces it could damage. The sleek chrome finish is incredibly sturdy, too.
FOGLESS SHOWER MIRROR
PROBLEM: Your mirror always fogs up just when you need it.
SOLUTION: Whether it's a shave, tweezing or makeup application — nothing stops your bathroom routine faster than a foggy mirror. This fogless version has a rotating arm that you can easily adjust and is easy to install onto mirrors or into the shower with its suction cup. There's even a little hook for a razor.
For the Laundry Room
SNEAKER DRYER & WASH BAG
PROBLEM: You really, really need to wash those sneakers.
SOLUTION: This handy mesh bag protects your dryer from streaks and dents that often occur when putting sneakers in the dryer, and it effectively eliminates the annoying tumbling noise. The bag features a zipper closure that keeps shoes secure during the washing and drying cycles. Plus, you can even use it for delicates.
BAMBOO CHARCOAL AIR FRESHENER
PROBLEM: Your shoes smell bad.
SOLUTION: These natural, air-purifying bags are an easy and convenient way to maintain fresh, dry and odorless shoes, gym bags, luggage and sports equipment. Simply place the charcoal bags inside the affected area and leave overnight. To reactivate, place the bags outside in the sun once a month for at least an hour. With proper care, they'll last up to two years, and at the end of the bag's lifespan, you can recycle the bamboo charcoal into the soil.
SWEATER SHAVER & CASHMERE COMB
PROBLEM: A favorite sweater just won't stop pilling.
SOLUTION: These sweater combs come two in a pack: One comb works for any sweater, and the other works for gentle cashmere. Both do the same thing; however, they remove the lint and pilling that makes your beloved favorites look worn. You can even use these on couches or bed sheets.
WOOL DRYER BALLS
PROBLEM: You're always running out of those wasteful dryer sheets.
SOLUTION: These dryer balls — made of 100-percent New Zealand wool — actually tackle a few problems; they eliminate the need for dryer sheets, which saves you money over time, and they also make your laundry fluffier, too. The balls bounce around, separating the laundry and helping it to dry 25-percent faster without any static. Wool dryer balls also don't contain harsh chemicals like dryer sheets often do. If you really love the scent of sheets, you can use drops of essential oil on these as well.
For Everywhere Else
BAG CARRIER
PROBLEM: You're tired of struggling to carry lots of bags to the car.
SOLUTION: This nifty gadget is the easiest way to carry groceries, shopping bags and dry cleaning quickly and comfortably. It distributes weight evenly, allowing you to carry more bags in one trip.
CABLE YOYO
PROBLEM: Your earbuds are always tangled.
SOLUTION: This cord spool features a magnetic center to keep earbuds tidy and tangle-free. The spool design makes it quick and easy to wind and unwind earbuds in seconds.
NAIL POLISH HOLDER
PROBLEM: You haven't mastered at-home manicures.
SOLUTION: The Tweexy wearable polish holder fits all finger sizes and all nail polish bottles, making DIY manicures even easier.
CAR GARBAGE BIN
PROBLEM: Your car is always a mess.
SOLUTION: This car garbage can has hundreds of five-star reviews for a reason: it's an easy way to keep your car clean. The adjustable straps can easily secure this to wherever it's most convenient, plus the Oxford cloth and sturdy plastic bottom are strong and leak-proof. One reviewer wrote: "I use this wastebasket in my car all the time. It holds quite a lot and keeps garbage from getting under the car seats before you can make a stop to clean your car."
PURSE ORGANIZER INSERT
PROBLEM: You can't find anything in your purse when you need it.
SOLUTION: With three exterior pockets, 10 interior pockets, a detachable center pocket with a sturdy zipper and a detachable lanyard for your keys, this is the thing that will keep your purse in check. The felt design is cute and comes in a few colors and sizes.
**Article originated on HGTV.com by Kayla Kitts 9/12/2020
