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Jan 08, 2024

27 Home Upgrades For Your Best Summer Yet

We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed collects a share of sales and/or other compensation

We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed collects a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page.

Because a happy home is a happy life.

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Your pet will appreciate your ability to control the temp while you're out, too!

Promising review: "This thermostat was easy to install and the use of technology makes it suitable for easy living. In the past, I would forget to change the thermostat when I was not home and the electrical bill in the summer would climb. This has made changing the temp and setting times easy and beneficial to my wallet during certain seasons. I would recommend this product." —Paul Garcia

Get it from Amazon for $101.99+ (available in four colors and a bundle pack).

Promising review: "I got this because my front door is un-level and very drafty. I didn’t want to spend a lot since we rent it but the amount of bugs coming from underneath was annoying. This material is very flexible and pliable which is great. A lot of these that I’ve found at big box stores tend to be somewhat rigid and want to fall off the minute you open the door. For my application, the door itself is raised up about 2 inches from the floor, so I didn’t have to worry about it dragging. However the door is 90 years old so it’s seen a lot of wear and tear but this thing works perfectly. So impressed with how easy it was to apply, you can guide it along as you need to since it’s so flexible. I never thought I’d get excited about a door draft stopper but this is that moment." —rezzim

Get a set of two from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in four colors).

Promising review: "I absolutely love this mattress topper. Bought it because I was suffering from pressure point pains from my old mattress. This topper was a life saver. It’s very thick and that makes difficult to move around on the bed, but that thick memory foam cradles the body which is what makes it wonderful. The quality of my sleep has improved tremendously. I have a high stress job and needed sleep music to help me get to sleep and to stay asleep at night, but since getting this mattress topper I have had no difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep all night. My children no longer want to sleep in their own beds. I now have to purchase toppers for their beds, so that they will get out of my bed." —SEJR

Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in 2- or 3-inch depth, in 10 standard bed sizes, and with or without a topper).

Promising review: "I absolutely freaking LOVE these sheets. I really just bought these on a whim because I was so tired of waking up in a puddle of sweat every night. Plus, they were super affordable for king sized sheets. Lo and behold, THESE ARE MY FAVORITE SHEETS EVER!!!! I will be buying more in the future. The bamboo material is so soft and smooth, but they're even cooler than my high thread count Egyptian cotton sheets which makes a GIANT difference for me when I'm trying to sleep. We have a stupid hot memory foam mattress (something else we need to rectify), but these sheets make the best of the situation and really help me stay comfortable at night. You can't go wrong with the price, but even if these were expensive, I'd still buy a bunch more sets because the quality is outstanding!" —Luckyeights86

Get a set from Amazon for $27.95+ (available in 14 sizes and 35 colors).

Promising review: "Fantastic pillow. The perfect balance between support and softness. I usually dread new pillows as I always have to break them in for a few weeks to get a good night's sleep. This is the first pillow I ever tried new and got the best sleep in a long time. I didn't wake during the night to shift my pillow or to change sides. I normally sweat on my pillow and this pillow was completely dry. The gel in the foam really does work at cooling. Highly recommended." —Zainab N. Nawaz

Get it from Amazon for $31.99+ (available in three sizes and in packs of two).

Promising review: "I'm very happy with this silk pillow cover. I needed to get one because I have long hair and sleep with it in a loose bun on top of my head. I was noticing quite a bit of breakage of the hair on the back of my head at the nape of my neck. Since I started using a silk pillowcase the breakage has pretty much stopped. It's very comfortable and stays cool throughout the night." —JenniferD

Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in six sizes and 33).

Promising review: "Absolutely love the dim feature! These bulbs are more round than oval like others, but I love them. When they are off, there’s a cool yellow in them that offers a lovely aesthetic when not in use. Our pergola is wired for lights so we mounted them on and almost always dim them because the white pergola reflects the light. These lights have made our patio my new favorite spot in the house. My husband and I find the evenings so relaxing, we’ve literally grown closer together from spending time out under the lights in our new favorite place." —fishurmo

Get them from Amazon for $14.39+ (available in six lengths and three color styles).

Promising review: "Works PERFECTLY! We purchased this item so that our dogs would be able to go in and out freely without there just being a wide opening into our house for bugs to just fly in, must say it was well worth the money! Our dogs run right in and out and it magnetizes perfectly back together each time! Definitely would recommend." —Taylor Wong

Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in two styles).

Promising review: "This air purifier is great! I bought it because there was a lot of pollen and cat dander in my house which was making my asthma flare-up. Since I’ve got this air purifier, the cat odor has decreased and I don’t need to use my inhaler as much. The noise is very quiet and not interruptive for me. Overall, I love this item and totally recommend it." —Dana

Get it from Amazon for $89.99 (available in two colors).

Promising review: "This is an amazing dehumidifier. We have never purchased one before. Our basement always had a musty smell and we could not get rid of it at all. We decided to purchase a dehumidifier and this is the one we selected. We were not disappointed. This literally eliminated the odor overnight." —MM

Get it from Amazon for $89.99.

It includes 36 recipes for you to try out.

Promising review: "I saw one of these at a friend's house like five years ago and thought it was just a made up memory, because making ice cream out of solely frozen fruit seems wild. But when I saw a TikTok about it I immediately bought it. Literally this was the BEST decision of my life. I still cannot believe how amazing this thing is! It makes the creamiest, best tasting fruit ice cream ever. It’s easy to take apart and clean, and super easy to use." —DMCKAY

Get it from Amazon for $39.50+ (available in six colors).

Each trap lasts up to 45 days.

Promising review: "We get fruit flies every summer, but this year has been the worst by far. They land on any food you leave out, but worst of all...they hover around your face. I've tried a lot of different things, and nothing actually attracts the fruit flies. They're always attracted to everything except the bait that I put out! I bought four of these little apple-shaped fruit fly traps and filled them with the bottle of Terro bait. Within a week, each trap had at least 20 fruit flies. What's really cool is that you can unscrew the traps to dump the fruit flies out. Once the fruit fly goes in, it can't get out, and that is eliminating a great deal of them. I highly recommend trying these if you are suffering through a fruit fly infestation!" —KZ & SC

Get a pack of four from Amazon for $14.15 (also available in packs of six and 12).

You can also shut the top and just use it as a regular end table when you're not utilizing the cooler function.

Promising review: "Have gotten so many compliments on this already. Great even when not using as a cooler for just a functional end table near our furniture around the fire pit. Can put drinks on there, s'mores stuff, etc. It's nice because it functions as a table without being big and bulky. It can easily be moved around to where it is needed. and the cooler function of course is what sets it apart from all other tables and makes it awesome!" —Amy M

Get it from Amazon for $81.41+ (available in two colors).

Plus, the stand is easy to assemble, disassemble, and pack up in the included carrying case for storage or travel.

Promising review: "The cotton fabric is sturdy and breathable. I never feel stuck to it the way I do in a nylon hammock. The set up/take down is super easy and the frame is very sturdy — we have definitely put 300+ pounds in it. The ability to raise and lower the hammock with the multiple hook positions might be the best feature. I have bad knees and like to get into the hammock from a higher position...no problem. My kids like it lower so they can reach the ground to swing it...no problem. It works great as a traditional hammock to lay in. It works as a 'swing' to sit on. It has enough fabric that you can cover up if you're cold or want to block out light or bugs. We have accidentally left it out in the rain several times and it dries great, hasn't faded from the sun, hasn't had any mold, and hasn't developed any weird smell." —Mary

Get it from Amazon for $69.99+ (available in 19 colors/patterns).

Promising review: "This is the definition of 'product you didn't know you needed because you didn't know it existed.' I was FOREVER pulling the wrong chain on our bedroom ceiling fan. (Want the light off? Oh no...now the fan's on high. Need to change the fan speed? Eek...now you're in the dark.) They're a much better quality than I expected. They're actually quite heavy-duty pull chains, and they add a bit of fun to the decor (when you notice them — most of the time, who even thinks about a ceiling fan pull chain?). As an added bonus, my infant daughter loves staring at them while I change her diaper or jammies. I tap them to make the chains swing, and it's instant fascination, which helps make my job easier!" —LHD

Get them from Amazon for $5.79+ (available in four colors, two lengths, and in a pack of four).

A lot of folks use eucalyptus for allergy, congestion, and even anxiety relief.

Promising review: "As graduate students, my friends and I are always finding new ways to destress. These little bundles ended up being the perfect gift! I gave them to colleagues and mentors. Some kept them in their car as opposed to using them in the shower, and others sat them on the counter to give the bathroom a fresh smell in general. I personally used them in the shower and it was a nice scent that stays around for awhile after each shower. The eucalyptus is nicely complemented by the lavender. They lasted the amount suggested on the item. Will definitely buy again for future gifts!!" —Macy

Eucalyptus Blooms is a North Carolina-based, woman-owned business that specializes in eucalyptus bunches and sprays designed to freshen up your home.

Get a set of three from Eucalyptus Blooms on Etsy for $11.99+ (also available in a pack of five).

Promising review: "This grill is great! It has three burners so the things that you are grilling do not cook unevenly. I purchased a 20-lb to 1-lb propane adapter and hooked up my 20-lb propane to it. It is easy to assemble. I usually prefer a charcoal grill over propane, but this grill came close to giving me the charcoal grill taste, it did not disappoint me. Awesome product!" —Jyno

Get it from Amazon for $229.99+ (available in five colors).

Promising review: "As blissful as the cold side of your pillow. Let me start by saying I get extremely over-heated when I sleep but also enjoy the weight of a blanket on me. This blanket is the perfect solution for that. It is large enough to cover my entire queen-sized bed and just heavy enough to provide some weight while I sleep. It is definitely cold but not overwhelmingly cold at all. It’s like flipping your pillow over the cold side, except it’s an entire blanket! I love this thing, but I may have to get another one since my husky-mix loves it just as much as me!" —Madison Price

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

Promising review: "I am pleased with this product so far. The cushions are comfy and it's a good height for sitting. Assembly was easy and didn't take long. I can't wait to enjoy more days on my porch with this set." —Kathrin Blosser

Get it from Amazon for $199.99 (available in three cushion colors).

Promising review: "These chairs are quite literally the most comfortable lounge chairs I’ve ever purchased. There is ZERO assembly. You take them right out of the box and they are ready to use — just clip the tray to the side of the chair — that’s it! The mesh netting is comfortable. They are lightweight and fold up easily. They are also super sturdy. I’m currently writing this review as I comfortably bask in the glorious sun from this chair. Purchase these bad boys. You won’t be disappointed!" —Sturgeonson

Get a set of two from Amazon for $119.99 (available in 23 colors/patterns).

Promising review: "Exactly what I was looking for and stunning color — ordered teal for my coral-and-teal color-schemed bedroom. They block out sunlight very well — so happy! Good quality, thick and soft too. Almost feels like velvet. EDIT: Almost a year later, let me tell you what — these curtains work wonders for sleep. They keep out light, and you can even draw them during high afternoon sun and feel like it’s bedtime — great for a nap or watching a movie in the dark. Love them!" —Sarah

Get two panels from Amazon for $21.45+ (available in 22 sizes and 42 colors).

You could even color-coordinate the flowers you put inside 🌈. Do note the size of these as they're pretty small! They're just under four inches tall and four inches wide.

Promising review: "Lovely colorful flower pots. Perfect size to hold a single flower, and they add such a nice pop of color to my yard. Very easy to hang up, no hardware required! I’m getting a lot of compliments on them. I bought several sets and planted bright flowers in them. I have them lining the inside of my yard and on the front of the house. They add a lot a cheer and homeyness for a simple and cheap project." —Maegan

Get a set of 10 from Amazon for $17.99 (also available in black and white sets).

Promising review: "I LOVE my projector! Pictures don’t even do justice to how good the image quality is. It was easy to set it up. I just connected it to my Amazon Fire Stick, linked it to my Amazon account, and downloaded all my desired apps for free. Within 10 minutes, I was ready to watch movies and play music. The sound quality is amazing, I thought I’d have to add a speaker, but I didn’t. Overall, I’m amazed at how well this projector works and wish I'd gotten it way sooner. 100% recommend!! Super happy customer here!" —Lauren

Get it from Amazon for $89.99.

Promising review: "Bought this water toy mainly for my German shepherd. She's obsessed with water. We finally got a nice hot day with no rain, so I got it out of the box and set it up for her. She absolutely loves it." —ZoomT12

Get it from Amazon for $18.99.

Promising review: "The details in the candle are really beautiful. Perfect centerpiece for a small outdoor table and a chic way to keep the bugs at bay!" —Veronica Williams

Chrissy's Soaps And More is a small business that creates handcrafted all-natural soaps and candles.

Get it from Chrissy's Soaps And More on Etsy for $13.95+ (available in two sizes).

Promising review: "I've had this thing for probably a couple months, and I really like it. I've had no issues with it at all. It has two different 'blow' settings, one a little more powerful than the other, but honestly I don't really use the more powerful setting that much. It will obviously come down to preference of course, but I find that most of the time the lower setting works fine for me. And I will say that I was pretty surprised by the amount of air you can get off this thing. I guess I didn't necessarily expect all that much given that it's USB-powered, but don't let that fool you into thinking this thing cannot push some air...it can. And it's pretty quiet too if that's any concern to you." —Matthew

Get it from Amazon for $11.19+ (available in four colors).

The bin is made from biodegradable bamboo fiber, and it's dishwasher-safe!

Promising review: "This compost bin is the perfect accent piece to our newly remodeled kitchen. I love the matte finish, and the terracotta color goes well with my pale green and grey cabinets. It works well too. The filters and design of the top keep the odors trapped inside, and it holds plenty of food waste. So happy with my purchase!" —Alisa L

Get it from our Goodful shop for $40 (available in five colors).

The reviews used in this post have been edited for length and clarity.