Lavangie Silicone Baking Mats
Baking sheets are tough to clean, with food prone to sticking. With these silicone mats ($21), you no longer need to worry about scrubbing away the residue, nor using parchment paper or foil. Made from BPA-free, FDA-approved food-grade silicone, these mats can be used over and over again, making them a great alternative to other sheet liners, and have superior non-sticking qualities. This is the best method for cleaning a grimy baking sheet.
Scrub Daddy Temperature Controlled Scrubber
This set of two Scrub Daddy scrubbers ($10) allows you to get rid of set-in stains and debris without the elbow grease of a regular sponge, while eliminating potential scratches like a scouring pad. You can use them on wood, plastic, stainless steel and non-stick surfaces. It’s tough on stains when dry, and soft to the touch when wet to get loose residue off. By the way, this is how to clean your kitchen sponge because it’s really, really dirty.
That! Inventions Warming Ice Cream Scoop
Forget waiting around for your icy pint of ice cream to warm up enough to easily scoop it into your bowl. Now you can use this warming ice cream scoop ($18) to instantly enjoy a bowl of deliciousness. The design features a special coating that keeps the ice cream from melting. Use it to scoop up some of these delectable homemade ice cream recipes.
Bee’s Wrap Reusable Food Wraps
Save money and the environment with these reusable food wraps ($18). An amazing zero waste kitchen addition, these reusable beeswax wraps last about one year when used several times each week, so you can save yourself a trip to the store for more plastic bags. If you’re still on the fence, be sure to check out 6 reasons you should trade your plastic wrap for bee’s wax wrap.
WHISK WIPER Stainless Steel Multipurpose Kitchen Tool
Whisks can be frustrating to clean. No matter how many times you hit it against the side of your sink, run it under the faucet or use a sponge to scrub food residue out, there always seems to be more to clean off! With this kitchen tool ($19), you can clean your whisk without using too much water, creating a mess or wasting your precious time. It’s a spatula too! Don’t miss these 25 prep tools that will totally change the way you cook.
Amazon Smart Plug
This smart plug ($25) works with Alexa to add voice control to any outlet, making your home that much easier to control. You can schedule lights, fans and appliances to turn on and off automatically, or control them remotely when you’re away.
HuaPa Boil Over Guard
No matter how tidy you are in the kitchen, one quick boil over can leave your stove a mess! This BPA-free silicone accessory ($12) will stop spills, so you no longer have to worry when you get forgetful for a second too long. The fun flower design fits pots and pans with openings ranging from 6 to 10 inches in diameter. Plus, it’s non-stick and can handle up to 500 degrees.
Joseph Joseph Chop2Pot Foldable Cutting Board
One of the most frustrating things about chopping veggies is when they don’t all make it in the pan you’re cooking them in. This often happens because people try to slide them right off the cutting board, while others try to transfer them with their hands. This cutting board ($16) will make the step so much easier since it folds inward to create a chute-like space. Check out this article for the right way to clean your cutting board.
Bakesplit Adjustable Silicone Baking Sheet Divider
For your meal prep and roasting needs, check out this baking sheet divider ($20). It allows you to bake two dishes with one tool, eliminating the need to dirty another baking dish, while scaling back on the amount of time you’ll need to cook. Take a look at these tools from Amazon that’ll make meal prepping way easier.
Bento and Co. Multi Kitchen Tool
Keep your kitchen clutter-free with one simple accessory. This multi-functional kitchen tool ($9) comes with eight unique and stackable parts, all of which have different functions. Use it to squeeze a lemon, grate cheese, funnel something and so much more. Stacked together, you have yourself a measuring cup, too.
Self Stirring Mug
Avoid dirtying spoons with this innovative self-stirring mug ($10). It quickly blends beverages without the effort of shaking or stirring using two AAA batteries (not included). Here’s a spiced coffee recipe that would be perfect in this mug.
Pro Vegetable Chopper Mueller
This vegetable chopper ($22) will cut your prep time significantly, while also taking out the sting of chopping foods like onions, which are harsh on your eyes. It’s made with super sharp German 420-grade hardened stainless steel discs, allowing it to slice and dice through even the hardest of vegetables. If you don’t already know, this is how to chop an onion without crying.
YORLFE Silicone Splatter Screen
This silicone splatter screen ($15) is your answer to a cleaner kitchen when cooking by keeping oil, grease and sauces from splattering your stove, walls, and clothes. It can withstand temperatures up to 500 degrees and be used as a strainer, cooling mat or drain board.
BUMP IT OFF Multi-Use Silicone Cleaning Tool
This multi-use cleaning tool ($10) is about to make your scrubbing so much easier. Designed to fit like a sleeve over your hand, its flexible silicone bristles allow you to scrub away all kinds of dirt and stains, even on skin. These are the best household cleaners you can use with this cleaning tool.
Lookatool Hanging Trash Rack
Make food prepping so much easier and cleaner with this hanging trash rack ($4). It’s easy to place on just about any under-counter door or drawer, you can have a trash bag wherever you go in the kitchen. If you find your trash can is extra-smelly, here’s how to get it smelling better in 10 seconds.
URPOWER Garment Steamer
This popular steamer ($20) is about to make your chores so much easier. Whether you need to smooth out wrinkles in clothes, curtains or bedding, put down the time-consuming iron and pick up this compact handheld garment steamer that gets the job done quickly and easily. It provides 10 minutes of continuous steam on a full tank.
BW BRANDS 20 Gallon Wheelbarrow Water Bag
Doing yard work can be tough. This water bag ($20) makes watering plants the hose can’t reach a breeze. You can easily transport up to 20 gallons of water in this bag using a wheelbarrow. The fitted spout with an attached cap makes for easy pouring and containment.
4moms Bathtub Spout Cover With Thermometer
Bath lovers rejoice! This special gadget ($14) is here to take the trial and error out of finding the perfect temperature for your soak. This spout cover features a digital display that shows you the water temperature.
MAZ-TEK Plug in Motion Sensor Lights
Make walking throughout the house in the dark safer and easier with this convenient LED night light ($16). It turns on automatically when detecting movement at darkness, so you can say goodbye to bumping into obstacles in the dark. Here are some All-American late-night snacks that are definitely worth leaving bed for.
Avantree Cell Phone Clip Holder
The sturdy gooseneck design of this cell phone clip holder ($15) is meant to relieve strain on your hands and wrists. It comes with 360-degree rotating arms and is equipped with a large clip base you can mount to your headboard, desk or even your treadmill so you can watch your favorite movies with comfort.
GREENANTS Shower Foot Rest
Shaving is annoying as it is, so why make it difficult too? If you don’t have the ideal place to put your foot for the best vantage point, you’ll love this foldable aluminum foot rest ($20).
Bluelounge Quick Peek Storage Containers Smart Label System
These smart storage labels ($10) will make your life a breeze. Download the iOS-compatible app, then take a picture of the items in the box once you pack them in and name them. After scanning the QR code sticker on the label, you’ll be able to inventory all your belongings on the app. Check out these Container Store products that professional organizers use in their own home.
Striker Adjustable Garage Parking Sensor
This garage parking sensor will save your car big time. It mounts easily and quickly to the wall, workbench, shelf or other surface in front of your vehicle. It also eliminates the need to clutter the garage floor with parking blocks or the old tennis ball trick.
The Nyche Designs Adjustable Bed Sheet Fasteners Suspenders
If it seems like you’re constantly trying to keep your linens taught on your mattress, you’ll love these heavy-duty clips ($9) that grip the fabric tightly without damaging it. Say goodbye to unraveled sheets once and for all.
JOTO Cord Management System
Keep your desk, media center and more as clutter-free as possible with this simple cable sleeve ($11). It holds together the unsightly trail of wires using super-durable neoprene that can withstand the teeth of chewing pets.
Bestek Tower Power Strip with USB
If you’re always trying to make room for more outlet space, check out this unique power strip ($27). Complete with four USB ports, it allows you to charge multiple devices at once. It can charge up to six plugged-in devices at simultaneously, and even comes with an integrated circuit breaker for overload protection of each outlet. Did you know that this is the best store to buy appliances at?
Eco Hi-Ball Laundry Balls for Washer
Whether you have sensitive skin, are looking to be more eco-friendly or are on a budget, the Eco Hi Ball ($29) is for you. An alternative detergent that does not have any harmful chemicals, it lasts up to 1,000 washes, making for about three years of use if you do laundry almost daily. The laundry accessory has antibacterial features that remove 99 percent of all bacteria on clothes, in the washer and in the drain. It’s also soft on sensitive skin due to the absence of harsh, harmful chemicals. These are the 10 laundry mistakes almost everyone makes.
Three By Three Seattle Pocket Strip Magnetic Wall Organizer
This magnetic pocket strip ($24) is ideal for keeping things organized in your home while remaining in plain sight. Keep reminders, keys, cards and more on the exterior, while slipping mail and devices into the pocket portion.
Measure PANDA 3-in-1 Digital Tape Measure String Mode
This 3-in-1 tape measure ($20) features a roll mode, cord mode and sonic mode to make your measuring that much easier. It also features a back-lit LED digital display and quick selection unit (FT, IN, CM). Here are 25 measuring hacks all DIYers should know.
Mr. Clean Magic Eraser Bath Scrubber
You spend so much money on cleaners with bleach in them, only to scrub and scrub before your bathroom finally starts to sparkle. Take the effort and money out of cleaning with the Mr. Clean Magic Eraser Bath Scrubber ($20). It features Febreze Freshness and can erase three times more soap scum than leading all-purpose spray cleaners. What makes the Magic Eraser so magical? Found out here.
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