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Are you looking for ways to improve your everyday life without breaking the bank? Many things out there promise to improve your life, but most turn out to be wastes of money.
But this doesn’t mean you can’t improve your life at little cost.
People online wanted to know the best things they could do to improve their lives. The catch? It had to be things that cost less than $50.
As usual, the internet went to work. Here are the best suggestions people came up with.
#1. Curved Shower Rod
Putting a shower rod on this list might sound odd, but if you have one, you know the benefit. By having a curved rod, you add a few inches of space to your shower.
While a few inches might sound like it isn’t a big deal, it is.
The good news is you can pick one up for $30 or less and install it quickly. Then the next shower you take will feel more luxurious. Trust me on this one.
#2. Rubber Bristled Broom
An indoor broom is great, but a rubber-bristled broom is a game changer.
A static cling is formed by having rubber bristles, meaning the debris no longer goes everywhere as you sweep.
As one person said, “I have two dogs and two cats, and my house is all hardwood and tile. A regular broom just sends the fur floating everywhere, but my rubber broom keeps it all nice and tidy and easy to pick up. It works on my area rug and upholstered furniture, too!”
#3. Wake Up Light Alarm Clock
No one enjoys waking up to a beeping alarm clock or the alarm on their phone.
While most people say the sound is the worst part, it’s waking up at the wrong time during your sleep cycle. This can have lasting impacts throughout your day.
The solution? A light-up alarm clock. You set the time you plan to wake up, and the light of the clock will slowly turn on, getting brighter and brighter.
Eventually, you will wake up at your desired time when the light is brightest.
No more rude awakenings and a more productive circadian rhythm.
Related: Learn how to wake up with energy every morning
#4. Heated Blanket
Not only does it provide instant comfort, but a heated blanket can also improve your overall well-being. It can help you ease muscle tension and stress, improve your quality of sleep, and reduce inflammation in your body.
It can also help you save money too. You don’t have to turn on the heat and warn the entire house if you are chilly.
Just use your heated blanket and warm yourself up instead.
#5. Tub Shroom
Clogged drains no more! The Tub Shroom is a genius invention you insert into your tub drain that catches all the hair that comes out when you shower.
You save money by not having to hire a plumber or spend money on liquid to unclog your drains.
You also avoid the gross job of having to dig all the hair out of the drain too. That’s a win-win in my book.
#6. Shoe Inserts
You might associate shoe inserts with your grandma’s orthopedic shoes, but these little additions to your footwear can make a big difference in your daily life.
From easing foot pain to improving your posture, shoe inserts are a simple and affordable way to upgrade your shoes and keep your feet happy.
If you’ve never walked around with the comfort of extra padding in your shoes, you don’t know what you are missing.
#7. Blackout Curtains
Are you tired of being woken up at the crack of dawn by that pesky sunlight sneaking through your windows? Or maybe you work night shifts and need to get some shut-eye during the day.
Or, you live in the city, and street lights illuminate your bedroom like it is mid-afternoon.
Enter blackout curtains. They block out light and insulate against noise and temperature, making your room cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter.
And let’s be honest; there’s nothing more satisfying than taking a midday nap in a pitch-black room.
#8. Crockpot
If you’re looking for a way to simplify your life and make mealtime less stressful, look no further than the crockpot.
This handy kitchen appliance is a godsend for busy people who still want nutritious and delicious meals.
With a crockpot, you can save time, money, and energy. All you have to do is throw in some ingredients and let the slow cooking process work magic.
Plus, the aroma that fills your home as your meals cook is unbeatable.
Related: See how meal planning saves time and money
#9. Electric Kettle
Are you tired of waiting impatiently for your stove to heat water for your morning tea or coffee?
Enter the electric kettle. This small appliance can revolutionize your morning routine and save valuable time.
With just the push of a button, you can boil water in minutes. No more waiting around for your stove to heat up.
Plus, many electric kettles have an automatic shut-off feature, so you don’t have to worry about overheating or forgetting to turn it off.
And you don’t have to only use this for your coffee. I’ve used it to boil water for pasta too.
I put a small amount of water in a pot and turn it on high at the same time. When the kettle boils, I pour the water into the pot and add the pasta.
#10. White Noise Machine
If you’re having trouble getting a good night’s sleep, a white noise machine might be the solution to all your problems.
This nifty device helps create a soothing and peaceful environment by emitting a consistent and calming background noise.
It can improve your sleep by drowning out any background sounds that might keep you up at night, such as traffic noise or noisy neighbors.
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