24 Products Under $50 That’ll Update A Boring Space And Add A Ton Of Personality

Feb 01, 2024

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You deserve wayyy better than boring.

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The tiles are water-resistant and washable. To apply, just peel the backing and stick to a clean floor. You don't need any special tools or even grout.

Promising review: "I've only had these on my bathroom floor for a month or so, but they seem like they'll hold up. They were a bit of a pain in the ass to cut, but I didn't have the best tools or patience. The price is bananas for how good these look! They really transformed the room for cheap." —Jenascia

Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $17.41.

The film is made from vinyl/PVC film and is water-resistant. To apply, you cut the film to the size you need, remove the backing paper, put it on any dry and flat surface using a D-C-Fix smoother, and it will look as good as new.

Promising review: "Wow!!! I can't believe how much this brightened up our bathroom!! The paper is very thick and seems very durable!! It looks beautiful! It is mostly easy to install. Just takes some patience. I watched videos on how other people did it first before attempting it myself which I think really helped!! Using a blow dryer to smooth it on helps prevent bubbles from getting caught underneath the paper. This cheap update made such a difference!!!" —Anna F.

Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in two sizes and nine styles).

Promising review: "Softest little gem. This pillow was the best purchase I’ve made on Amazon! It’s perfectly soft, well made, and adds just a pop of color to my couch. I love it!" —Erica

Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in two sizes and nine colors).

The battery-powered pearl light can be removed from the ceramic shell base and carried around, making this a great choice for children who like having a night-light nearby.

Promising review: "This is a pretty and unique light but be aware, the battery only lasts about 48 hours so I removed one star. It is quirky and unique mood lighting." —T3268

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

Promising reviews: "This nightlight is so cute in my bathroom. It looks like a mushroom is coming out of my wall and I love it!" —Elise

"Our family really likes this nightlight in the hallway between our kids' bedrooms and bathroom. Just enough light to see, not too bright. It changes colors which is very soothing! Makes me smile when I see it!" —Jessica Nelson

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in five colors, color changing options, and a four-pack).

Sun Sprinkle Shop is a small biz based in Saint Johns, Michigan that sells handmade jewelry and home decor.

Promising review: "SO SO GORGEOUS AND SO EXCITED TO PUT IT IN MY DORM ROOM!!!!" —Alana Lopez

Get it from Sun Sprinkle Shop on Etsy for $49 (available in five styles).

Shelby Sells Co. is an Odessa, Texas–based shop with tons of cute planters, mugs, dog bandanas, and more.

Promising review: "Great quality and exactly as pictured. It’s a nice heavy pot. I love it!" —Liz Petkis

Get it from Shelby Sells Co. on Etsy for $15+ (available in four colors).

Promising review: "I love this product so much, I was actually a little surprised at how amazing the quality was when it arrived! The fingers are slightly different sizes so you can store different sizes of rings, and they're spaced perfectly so I could fit all of my bulkier rings as well. The product is a hard plastic type of a material, and doesn't feel like it could break easily. It's also nice and sturdy so you don't have to worry about your rings flying everywhere if you accidentally bump it. Definitely gonna buy more soon to fit my other ring. 💕 I highly recommend purchasing!!" —Kitty

Get it from Amazon for $9.98+ (available in seven colors).

BTW: This does not include a curtain, you can add it over any curtain or tapestry.

Promising review: "I’m so happy with these lights! It took a few minutes to get them unraveled, but using zip ties to hang them made it quick and easy. My house feels so cozy now." —G.S.

Get it from Amazon for $20.28+ (available in two sizes and seven colors).

It comes with two traceless thumbtacks, two metal clips, and two mounting tapes, so you can hang it however you like.

Promising review: "It's so cute! And fills up the space so beautifully. Honestly get it lol. I just used nails to attach it to the wall did it alone. Its very big too. Also made a cute background for pics chacha enjoys it" —Tanya

Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in medium and large and in three colors).

To make the application easier, use a transfer tool.

Maika Daughters is a woman-owned small business that sells DIY home decor products like furniture paint, furniture transfers, decoupage papers, silicone molds, stamps and stencil templates.

Promising review: "These really jazzed up my cheap, crappy nightstand!!!" —palomageorge1

Get three sheets from Maika Daughters on Etsy for $15.99+ (also available in a bundle with tools).

Promising review: "Really love these. They were inexpensive, but look top notch. We used them in both our bathrooms. Can be used either direction for a sharp look." —Kelsey F

Get a set of five from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in five finishes and various quantities).

Promising review: "These were way more impressive than I thought they would be! They are the perfect little piece to add to my open cabinets in the entryway of my home! The quality is outstanding, and the plants are genuinely so beautiful and full! I cannot wait to purchase more of these!!!! BUY THEM!!!!! So worth the price which is honestly AMAZING!!!! 🤩🤩🤩🤩" —Alex Harris

Get a set of three from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in two colors and a six-pack).

Promising review: "I’m so happy that I found this shelf while I was looking for ideas to decorate my bedroom. It was so easy to put together and looks amazing on my walls. I bought four greenery plants that I had no idea they came in small pots; my original idea was to hang them from my wall. So, I needed a new idea for them. I added two to my entertainment center and two to this shelf, and it added so much to it, and now, I’m obsessed! I love it!" —C. Whitaker

Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in eight finishes).

Promising review: "I just moved into a house with a boring view of the side of the neighbor's garage from my home office, and I spend WAY too much time in my office. This stuff makes a rainbow migrate throughout the day from the floor to the wall and makes my long work day a lot more tolerable! It also blocks my boring view of the neighbor's garage and their view in my window. It looks cool at night too." —Ariel Dutton

Get it from Amazon for $7.98+ (available in 11 sizes).

Check out our Rabbitgoo window film write-up for more on why it's worth buying!

Promising review: "This lamp is gorgeous! It has beautiful mosaic patterns and lots of styles and colors to choose from, makes it difficult because they're all so pretty! The lights that shine from the lamp onto the wall are stunning. This lamp is worth every single penny, it is well made and definitely a conversation starter." —Chris Logan

Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in eight colors).

This shelf holds up to 15 pounds BTW!

Promising review: "If you are running out of space for your books, get these bad boys right away. They are incredibly strong, can hold several heavy books, and give your bedroom an incredible look." —Amazon Customer

Get a set of three from Amazon for $14.94+ (available in two sizes individually or as a set of three and in silver and white).

Promising review: "This planter brings me so much joy every day! It is well crafted and beautifully packaged. I appreciate the extra touches, like the fact it comes with a few extra mirrored tiles and that there are different ways to display it — it comes with a stand and nicely braided hanging rope. Every day my whole living room becomes a party. :) Cannot recommend enough." —Phil

Get it from Amazon for $27.97.

Atomic Surplus is a small business based in Idaho that handmakes atomic-age accessories.

Promising review: "These plates are fantastic and Sam is great to work with. I placed a large order and changed out every plate in the house. They look fantastic and I'm so happy I stumbled on Atomic Surplus. What a terrific find." —Meg Morton

Get it from Atomic Surplus on Etsy for $30+ (available in a variety of styles and colors).

BTW, we have a full list of the best slipcovers available on Amazon.

Promising review: "I have never been so excited about a slipcover. Total transformation of our couch and loveseat. I was worried about it not working on our leather couch, but it stays on really well due to the straps and the separate cushion covers. LOVE." —Brian/Liz

Get it from Amazon for $32.49+ (available in five styles/sizes and 21 colors).

Promising review: "If you’re looking for a cheap and machine-washable rug, I would highly recommend this one!!! Whenever I buy any expensive rug, I always end up having to toss it, because my dog or son will have accidents on it. And spraying it just doesn’t get the smell completely out! But with this, I can just throw it into the laundry and call it a day! It comes out even softer and fluffier, and at less than half the cost of the other rugs! And it’s cute and matches my living room decor, so it’s a win! 😭🩷" —Nini Jade

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in seven sizes and 13 colors).

Promising review: "I love the color and the aesthetic that it gives to my room and goes with my vanity!! Such a cute addition for such a good price!" —Victoria Arroyo

Get it from Amazon for $25.59 (also available in blue).

Promising review: "Our new bathroom has a lot of white and marble and stone, with hexagon floor tiles so I was looking for something without hard lines. This was perfect, the asymmetry really brought the look together. The mirror is heavy, and sturdy. I have gotten tons of compliments already on this." —noemi alvarado!

Get it from Amazon for $39.90.

Get it from our Goodful shop for $18.

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