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Whether you’re just starting out, or you’re looking to update the look of your home, it can be hard to justify dropping a ton of cash on something you don’t really need. Sure, it would be nice to have a nice end table to rest your drink on, you think, but that tray table hand-me-down from Mom works just as well.
But since we’re all for saving money, we think it’s possible to have your cake and eat it off a brand-new kitchen table. We combed Wayfair for some of the best products they have to offer—here’s 29 things that will upgrade the look of your space for less.
Living room 1. A coffee table with extra storage Credit: Wayfair
Everyone needs a simple coffee table.
Reviews: 2,137
Average rating: 4.1
This rich dark brown wood grain coffee table can elevate a living room with any style of décor, not to mention provide ample storage on its lower shelf that can be used to hold books, small storage bins, or decorative objects. Plus, owners praise how easy it is to assemble. Not sold on the color? More options are available for just a few bucks more.
Get the Zipcode Design Latasha Simple Coffee Table starting at $38.76
2. Storage ottomans with multiple uses Credit: Wayfair
Store blankets, clothes, or anything else in these foldable faux leather ottomans.
Reviews: 148
Average rating: 4.7
The trick to making your dollar stretch further? Find pieces that have more than one purpose. Case in point: these foldable storage ottomans. Made of faux leather in either black and brown, this set can hide clutter while providing extra seating. Or use them in the bedroom for storing extra sweaters and blankets.
Get the Williston Forge Bejarano Foldable Storage Ottoman, Set of 2, for $28.99
3. A two-toned set of end tables to match any décor Credit: Wayfair
This set of end tables can add style and storage to your living room.
Reviews: 369
Average rating: 4.2
This matching set of end tables offers a budget-friendly way to up the style factor in your living room, giving you double the space to display picture frames, special keepsakes, or fun lamps. Use the bottom shelf for magazines, books, or even a fun plant. Or just use them to hold your drinks. Either way, with a stylish cherry-and-black color scheme, they’ll blend into any space.
Get the Zipcode Design Colleen End Table, Set of 2, for $47.99
4. A side table that can make working from home easier Credit: Wayfair
This table is the perfect size for a drink or a laptop.
Reviews: 1,971
Average rating: 4.4
With its C-shaped design, this table made of solid wood and metal can scoot right up to a couch and act as a makeshift desk on those days you’re using your laptop on the couch. When it’s not in use, it can tuck in between the arm of a chair and the wall. One reviewer even uses the open space below to store an ottoman pouf.
Get the Laurel Foundry Modern Farmhouse Nayara End Table for $41.99
5. A stackable cube for displaying fun décor Credit: Wayfair
Think inside the box with this storage solution.
Reviews: 259
Average rating: 3.8
Whether it’s your favorite books or a collection of objects you’ve brought home from your travels, this stackable cube can offer an attractive way to display them neatly. Available in black, cedar, blue, espresso, green, orange, pink, or red, there’s a cube to match any room. And don’t worry about quality—these cubes come with a lifetime guarantee.
Get the Wrought Studio Andrade Cube Bookcase for $15.66
6. A sleeper sofa for overnight guests Credit: Wayfair
This sleeper sofa gives you two pieces of furniture for the (low) price of one.
Reviews: 447
Average rating: 3.9
Don’t make your friends sleep on the floor. A second bedroom may not be in the cards, but for less than $150, you can make this sleeper sofa the most appreciated piece in your home. Made of faux leather, it provides extra seating, and then folds down to turn into a twin mattress. Even if you don’t make it your primary couch, your guests will thank you for thinking of their comfort during the next overnight.
Get the Zipcode Design Convertible Sofa for $120.27
7. Upholstered chairs with a midcentury appeal Credit: Wayfair
Pull up a gorgeous seat with this set of velvet chairs.
Reviews: 148
Average rating: 4.8
These two gray velvet chairs will elevate any space, whether you use them in the living room, at your desk, or around a dining room table. Designed with a curved back for comfort, and quilted stitching for a touch of sophistication, they’re a steal at under $100 for two.
Get the Hashtag Home Witherspoon Side Chair, Set of 2, starting at $89.99
8. A space-saving bookcase for small rooms Credit: Wayfair
In this case, it's OK to put baby in a corner.
Reviews: 1,944
Average rating: 4.3
No matter how little space you may have in your home, chances are you have a corner free to fit this five-shelf bookcase. Standing 57.6 inches tall, it’s large enough to provide storage help in any room of your home—from holding books in the living room, towels in the bathroom, plants in the bedroom, or even (as one happy review notes) liquor bottles in the kitchen.
Get the Zipcode Design Johannes Corner Bookcase starting at $24.72
Bedroom 9. Drawers for storing clothes or shoes Credit: Wayfair
This cute chest can add to your closet space.
Reviews: 226
Average rating: 3.9
Compact enough to fit in a closet, but stylish to make a part of your bedroom furniture, this pine chest of three fabric drawers can hold socks, underwear, or other extra pieces of clothing you need to access easily. It can even be a stylish solution to storing extra pairs of shoes, or seasonal accessories like scarves and hats that you don’t need out year-round.
Get the Rebrilliant Palma 3-Drawer Lingerie Chest for $27.99
10. A chic laundry hamper that only looks expensive Credit: Wayfair
This hamper is stylish enough to keep out in the open.
Reviews: 1,462
Average rating: 4.6
It can feel silly to spend money on something like a hamper, a vessel for holding sweaty gym clothes until the next time you have a chance to do laundry. That’s why we love this bamboo option—it’s attractive enough to keep out of the closet while still coming in at less than $20. It’s foldable for storing when not in use, and the cloth bag comes out easily for transporting clothes to and from the washer.
Get the Rebrilliant Bamboo Laundry Hamper for $18.09
11. A rustic ladder for hanging blankets Credit: Wayfair
Display your cozy knit blankets on this rustic ladder.
Reviews: 1,936
Average rating: 4.3
As summer cools down, we’re nearing peak blanket time. Make sure they’re always within reach with this decorative blanket ladder that can display everything from beautiful quilts to your favorite Snuggie. Follow the lead of some users and use the runs to display fall scented candles.
Get the Gracie Oaks Rustic Wood 4-Foot Blanket Ladder for $29.09
Kitchen 12. A kitchen set for family dinners Credit: Wayfair
A dinner for four is possible with this inexpensive table-and-chairs set.
Reviews: 343
Average rating: 4.5
A proper set of tables and chairs can often be a reach item for those on a budget. Eating on the couch is just as easy, right? But for the days when you want to gather with friends, or even just enjoy a breakfast without sitting on the remote, this table set is perfect. For less than $150, you get a glass-topped table with four chairs that reviewers report are sturdy and easy to assemble.
Get the Zipcode Design North Reading 5-Piece Dining Table Set for $124.15
13. A set of dining chairs with a modern look Credit: Wayfair
These sleek dining chairs can add a touch of elegance to any space.
Reviews: 252
Average rating: 4.7
Available in black or white (or more colors for about $30 more), this set of four sleek chairs can add some modern design to any home. And at just about $20 apiece, they’re a steal. Surround a table for dining, or use them around your home at a desk or in the living room.
Get the Corrigan Studio Blomquist Dining Chair, Set of 4, starting at $89.60
14. A bar stool for a pop of color Credit: Wayfair
Spice up your bar with brightly colored stools.
Reviews: 15,219
Average rating: 4.8
Fifteen thousand reviewers can’t be wrong: This metal stool is a great pick for anyone looking for bar or counter seating. While prices vary based on seat height (24 or 30 inches) and 26 color options, the glossy green and glossy yellow are the most cost-conscious, perhaps inspiring you to finally add a pop of color to your kitchen. (Not a fan? Black is only a couple bucks more.)
Get the Trent Austin Design Lompoc Bar & Counter Stool starting at $29.86
15. Extra kitchen storage on wheels Credit: Wayfair
Add three extra shelves of storage (on wheels!) to your kitchen with this set.
Reviews: 77
Average rating: 4.7
Kitchen space can be hard to come by. Luckily, this storage solution is inexpensive enough supplement any pantry. Its three shelves can hold extra food or bulky pots and pans, and its lockable wheels will make sure it’s never far from reach.
Get the Whitmor Inc. Jumbo 3-Shelf Shelving Unit for $35.99
16. Hanging wine glass storage to save on cabinet space Credit: Wayfair
It's time to literally elevate your wine game.
Reviews: 378
Average rating: 4.8
Give your kitchen the look of a chic wine bar (or just free up some precious cabinet space) by hanging your glasses underneath your cabinets. Available in brushed oil-rubbed bronze, chrome, or satin nickel, these simple wire glass hangers can hold three glasses each. Mounting is simple with only two screws that come included.
Get the Hardware Resources Under Cabinet Hanging Wine Glass Rack for $8.45
Office 17. A space-saving desk for your home office Credit: Wayfair
Work from home in style with this home office set.
Reviews: 946
Average rating: 3.9
With a total of four shelves to hold your computer, printer, folders, books, and anything else you may need throughout your work day, this desk is perfect for any home office. Available in a number of color of combinations, it can match any décor while taking up such a small footprint you can even squeeze it in your bedroom. Bonus: You can install the shelving on either the right or the left to best suit your needs.
Get the Zipcode Design Meagan Desk starting at $32.95
18. A classic lamp for any desk Credit: Wayfair
This desk lamp will never go out of style.
Reviews: 791
Average rating: 4.5
The timeless design of this desk lamp means you can proudly display it atop a desk without worrying about it giving back-to-school vibes. With an extendable neck, it has a reach of 28 inches—perfect for illuminating any late-night project. Black is the least expensive option, but it’s also available in white, mint, and rose.
Get the Hashtag Home Atomix 29-Inch Desk Lamp for $19.73
Entryway 19. A design-forward way to hang coats Credit: Wayfair
This coat rack is as beautiful as it is functional.
Reviews: 2,155
Average rating: 4.7
Who says coat racks have to be boring? This contemporary design available in white, black, and espresso features five hooks that can be pushed in and hidden when not in use, making it look more art than utility.
Get the Umbra Sticks Wall-Mounted Coat Rack for $25
20. A coat rack with enough hooks for all your outerwear Credit: Wayfair
This coat rack has 11 hooks to hold everything from jackets to scarves.
Reviews: 195
Average rating: 4.4
Grab this metal coat rack before your next winter get-together and avoid throwing a party’s worth of snowy coats all over your bed. Standing tall at 68 inches, this rack features 11 hooks of various sizes to hold coats, hats, scarves, and bags with ease.
Get the Mind Reader Hang 11 Hook Metal Coat Rack for $20.34
Outdoor 21. A colorful beach umbrella to get a jump on next season Credit: Wayfair
Get ahead of the game by securing your beach umbrella in the off season.
Reviews: 115
Average rating: 4.4
Beach season may be over for many, but that means it’s actually the perfect time to stock up on summer goodies like this colorful beach umbrella. Available in green or orange (or blue for a few dollars more), this large umbrella is a steel at just over $20. Just keep it wrapped up in storage if it’s too chilly to use now—your future self will thank you.
Get the Freeport Park Allyson 6-Foot Beach Umbrella starting at $21.99
Game room 22. A classic dart board for entertainment Credit: Wayfair
A dart board can double as décor in a game room.
Reviews: 52
Average rating: 4.6
This set that includes a dart board, scoreboard, and six darts is sure to up the ante in any game room. Is it the most stylish piece of home décor? Debatable. But your flip-cup-fatigued friends will thank you for a new form of entertainment when you whip it out during your next party.
Get the Trademark Games Game Room Dart Set for $22.99
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