22 Genius Ways To Conceal The Things You Don’t Want To See In Your Home
Let's face it, every home has its imperfections. Whether it's an unsightly router, a tangle of cords, or a less-than-stellar view, those eyesores can put a damper on your otherwise beautiful living space. But don't despair! We've got you covered with 22 genius hacks that will help you camouflage those trouble spots without breaking a sweat (or your budget). From clever DIY solutions to stylish storage options, these ideas will transform your home from drab to fab in no time. Get ready to say goodbye to unsightly clutter and hello to a more visually appealing and harmonious home.
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Keep Your TV Chords Enclosed
Review: "This was an excellent product for me. I installed it all by myself with only the accompanying instructions as a guide. The two parts slide on and off as described. Adhesive strips are used only where I need them. I cut to size length needed with a utility knife! It looks so neat and finished.I am continuing to conceal cable around the house turning from horizontal lengths to vertical lengths of the same cable. It is a little more of a challenge but I am able tto make a neat turn." - Joya jorge
Get New Countertops With Granite-Look Paint
Review: "I bought this product and applied it to our counters in October 2019. I recently cleared the counters off to do a deep clean and I was truly amazed at how well these counters have held up. I only wipe them down with a wet rag, no chemicals and the counters still look great! I originally was not sure about painting counter tops but I must say, this kit is amazing. I recommend it to anyone who is talking about DIY makeovers." - Jessica
Redo Your Old Shower And Bath With Rust-Oleum Spray Paint
Review: "Easy to use & quick drying. So easy, my wife used it on our sinks, where there was rust: now they look brand new. Well worth the money, not some cheep immitation from a cement discount store. We WOULD PURXHASE THIS AGAIN." - Don Taylor JR
Add A Slim Storage Cart To Narrow Spaces
Review: "Great value for the price I paid; it’s perfectly slim and fit between a litter box and the sink. I popped out the bottom railing so I could access spray bottles on bottom rack. It feels and looks super sturdy, and I really like it" - Joe O'hara
Hide Random Objects From Sight With A Decorative Box
Review: "Perfect little box for sitting on side table; hides two remotes, reading glasses, pen, post-it note pad and nail file. Purchased the medium size, burnt mango wood. It is not a dark color, just looks weathered. Couldn't be more pleased with it." - GeeJodee
OMFG, is this really one of those rare storage boxes made of wood??? 🧐 🪵 🤔
Review: "This is my umpteenth purchase of a Rust-Oleum spray paint. They just keep improving their products! Love the color, the coverage, the durability and the ease of use." - Ardena K. Mathe
Hide Bathroom Supplies In A Slim Cabinet
Review: "Needed something to fill that awkward space in between the toilet and sink and I found this! It's perfect and holds enough miscellaneous items needed in a bathroom." - Hannah
This only works if you ALWAYS close the lid when you flush.
But who says hiding eyesores has to be boring? These next few ideas are all about adding a touch of style and personality to your home while simultaneously camouflaging those less-than-perfect areas. So hold on to your paintbrushes because we are just getting started!
Line Old Shelves With Fabric Liner
Review: "This got great reviews for a reason. It's grip is perfect, it looks classy and works to cover up my old wood. The thickness is perfect and it's easy to cut and install to the size you prefer." - Willyjo
I use cardboard. Free from Amazon boxes ! Now, now -- recycle !
Redo Your Floors With Concrete Paint
Review: "Great product, garage looks 10x better now that it's painted slate grey with the decorative chips I recommend this product to anyone, th you won't regret it if you follow the simple instructions listed on the paint can 😁" - CHRISTIAN
And then be prepared to deal with the paint flaking off.
Cover Your Fridge In Stainless Steel Wallpaper
Review: "Definitely would buy this stick on stainless steel wallpaper again. It is much thicker than I expected and, as you can see from the photo, looks absolutely real. As long as you clean the surface and it has no bumps, it will stick nicely. Using a hair dryer over it for a few seconds also adds extra sticking power. I have gotten so many compliments. Great product! :)" - GEM
Remove Wood Damage With This Mark Remover Cloth
Review: "This cloth did a great job with old water stains on my table as well as some heat damage and even helped with some scratches." - KYB
Under-Desk Cable Management Is Great For The Home Office
Review: "the before and after pictures speak for themselves! I have always been looking for a solution that could help clean up the disaster of wires I had underneath my desk and the CarryUp delivers in spades! super easy to set up, no tools needed, I highly recommend this ingenious clean design to organize your wires. my feet no longer get tangled in the wires and it looks great with my standing/sitting desk." - Carlos Sayde
Replace Your Ugly Plastic Hamper With A Sleek Wood Hamper and Shelf Combo
Review: "I was hesitant to buy this due to assembly required. However, this Hamper was very easy to assemble - took me less than 30 minutes once I laid everything out. It's pretty sturdy and perfect for my needs. Fits in a small corner of my small laundry room." - Bob in Miami
Review: "I have two tables that has groves or scratches and these matched perfectly!!! They don’t fill in the areas but cover discoloration. You can fill with another product then color it over with these. Great product." - S.C.
Ready to take your home makeover to the next level? These final few hacks are a little more involved, but the results are worth it. Get ready to transform those trouble spots into trendy corners that will be the envy of all your friends. Your home is just a few fixes away from being your happy place!
Use A Shoe Cabinet At Your Entryway
Review: "Love this item! For the price, you can’t go wrong. Item was packaged extremely well. I was able to put this piece together in just over an hour (much simpler than putting other pieces I’ve purchased). Like the fact that the doors close with magnets and holds 12 pairs of adult sized shoes. My foyer no longer looks like a dumping ground for shoes, and love that I can put my mail in the top drawer. No more clutter. Definitely recommend this cabinet." - Pamela Besu
Review: "This works great as a privacy film, and also adds a splash of color to otherwise doll bathroom. Easy to apply and highly recommended." - Amazon Customer
Review: "Covered up my modem and router and looks completely real! The books are in good shape and very attractive - various titles. Excellent quality construction. Completely happy with this item." - JFletch
Review: "This kit is great, it comes with everything you need to white wash your fireplace. Our color pallet doesn’t typically include warm tones so I wanted to mute the reds in the original fireplace and this did the trick. Easy to apply with a brush and then wipe away with the included wiping cloths. Makes the color pop and gives a fresh look for the fireplace. Since everything is included I’d say it’s well worth the money. It’s been a few months since we did it and is still holding up well. A great way to brighten the space." - Matt
Review: "I absolutely love it. I’m not much for fake flowers but this is fabulous. It was effortless to attach with the zip ties ( they’re included) took about 10 mins per roll . I added lights to mine. I live in a windy area and it hasn’t budged or lost it’s leaves. So 100% for durability and application. Judge for yourself on appeal!! I love it and completely recommend it!" - Tina
Review: "Perfect tray for my coffee bar. Love the color/design. Exactly what I wanted to organize that space. Size is great and is very sturdy and durable. Has a felt type bottom which is amazing. Doesn’t slide around. You won’t be disappointed." - Brandi B
Use Glass Dispencers For Uniformity
Review: "Bought 2 of these to use in the laundry room, one for detergent, one for liquid softener. Bought this particular one because they have metal handles, not plastic like so many have. I have been using them for several months and they work awesome. They look so pretty in the laundry room with the liquid detergent and softener in them. Thank you for such a quality product!!!" - Janette R Slocum
Pour Your Liquer Into Glass Decanters
Review: "Wanted to replace all the bottles at my bar and these decanters worked great." - Cheryllyn Tallman