45 Weird-As-Hell Things For Your Home That Are Actually Pure Genius

This miniature cat figurine on a small sofa doesn’t serve a purpose except to bring immense joy to anyone lucky enough to see it. The decorative piece is an ideal gift for cat lovers for very obvious reasons (hint: it’s ridiculously adorable), but the company also sells a cute frog reading a book while drinking coffee. With an overall score of 4.8 out of five stars, one reviewer wrote, “So cute to bring some creativity into your workspace.”

Attach the hose in this dryer vent cleaning kit to your existing vacuum and suck out all the fuzz and lint from the vent trap, helping to prevent vent fires. Backed by well over 28,000 five-star reviews on Amazon, the kit comes with a hose, two adapters, and a vacuum cleaner hose. It also works well at cleaning hard-to-reach areas in your home.

Well, this toothpick holder might be the cutest, most unique toothpick holder of all time. The whimsical holder is shaped like a little bee, and the toothpicks stick out like a stinger. It’s made of pretty wood, too, so this toothpick holder looks rather expensive.

Ditch your wire BBQ brush with bristles for this stainless steel grill scraper. The scaper is small and can fit anywhere, and since it doesn’t have the risk of bristles coming off in food, it’s safer to use. With a bunch of different notches, this cleaning tool is designed to be compatible with a ton of different grills, including those with V-shaped grates as well as park and campground grates.

Spray toilet paper with this toilet paper spray three to five times to create a flushable wet wipe. It’ll save money on actual wet wipes and the formula is free of harsh ingredients. Plus, the spray is an environmentally friendly way to clean yourself without clogging plumbing or septic tanks.

This pack of four spice shelves has such a genius design — the back side of them is outfitted with a strong magnet that adheres them to the side of your fridge, so you can store spices near where you cook without having to dedicate precious cabinet space. Each shelf holds up to 8 pounds.

Your favorite easy weeknight meal just got even easier, thanks to this microwavable pasta maker. This genius gadget makes an al dente batch — with no noodles sticking to each other — with minimal cleanup. Just measure and fill with noodles and water, then use the straining lid to pour off excess water. The best part? It works with just about every type of pasta.

These little magnet people are so fun to play with that your kids might keep stealing them from the refrigerator. The pack comes with 10 magnets crafted from a soft silicone resin in multiple colors that are bendable and shape-changing. They can be used as fidget toys or even as key holders on a magnetized background.

It’s hard not to fall in love with this cutie flame lamp. The LED lamp is inspired by a vintage kerosene lamp and makes a great nightstand lamp. You can switch between a candlelight mode, which mimics the effect of a real candle flame, and a nightlight mode where the light stays still.

With over 29,000 reviews and a high 4.7-star rating, this outlet extender is a great way to lend more functionality without taking up a bunch of room. It fits neatly against the wall and provides you with five AC outlets, three USB-A ports, and one USB-C port. Plus, it features built-in surge protection to keep your circuits and devices safe.

Perfect for hanging outdoor decor on bricks, this pack of four brick clips is super easy to use. The hooks effortlessly clip onto bricks without the need for drilling holes. They’re great for hanging stockings on a brick mantle, putting up Christmas lights, hanging planters, and more. Crafted from iron, each one will support up to 25 pounds.

This ingenious dish rack gives you lots of drying flexibility. It’s designed to sit over the sink so that clean dishes can drain directly into the basin but it can also rest on the included microfiber mat which absorbs moisture efficiently. It has enough space to fit up to 16 dishes and comes with a handy utensil caddy that can be removed if needed.

Add some sparkle to your alcohol bottles using these wine bottle lights for a party or just for your own enjoyment. The 10-pack of LED lights is attached to a universally sized cork that fits into most wine bottles and liquor bottles. They are battery-powered and come with pre-installed batteries. You can get them in warm white, or a mix of colors.

Make microwave mishaps a thing of the past with this ingenious splatter cover that’s a highly rated best-seller on Amazon. Besides preventing food explosions, it helps ensure even cooking while preventing food from drying out, too. It’s dishwasher safe and collapses for storage that’s a cinch.

Perfect for kids who enjoy the finer things in life, these zombie popsicle molds are perfect for parties or simply the weekend. The silicone molds come in a set of four and make fun, detailed zombie characters. They feature a drip guard to keep little hands clean, they can go in the dishwasher, and they come with reusable sticks. If zombies aren’t your thing, they come in other great designs like monsters, mermaids, penguins, dinosaurs, ocean animals, and zoo animals.

Say goodbye to big plumber bills and hello to these drain snakes. Each 25-inch piece is made of a flexible yet extremely durable plastic with barbed pieces on the end to effectively maneuver through your drain and grip hair, food, and other debris. Best of all, when you’re done, you can through the clog remover out — no need to touch the gunk.

This sink faucet mat is made of diatomite earth stone, so it looks really expensive but it’s secretly incredibly functional. The material is nonslip, quick absorbing, and fast drying, making it a great way to catch stray drips from the sink. It’s also ideal for placing your soaps and sponges to keep your counter in tip-top shape.

This snap-on refrigerator egg drawer snaps underneath a shelf and protects your eggs from cracking. The adjustable slide-out shelf is a convenient way to reach your eggs without having to take the entire carton out of the fridge. The drawer can hold 18 eggs, but be sure to check the listing for dimension information to ensure it fits.

Washing machines and dryers are loud — but these anti-vibration pads make them significantly less so. They’re made of a super durable rubber with nonslip bottoms to sturdy your machines to reduce vibration and noise. One reviewer wrote, “Our new washer started “walking” across the floor after being professionally installed. We tried parts of a rubber mat to stabilize it but that was a temporary fix. Bigger loads still moved the washer. These anti-vibration pads worked very well. They are thick hard rubber but soft enough to grip the floor and absorb vibration. After a few big loads, and not a fraction of movement, it’s clear they work well. An added benefit is how much quieter doing the laundry is.”

If your feline friend has confused your couch for his scratching post, these cat scratch shields will set them right. The flexible panels adhere to the sides of your furniture and create a slippery surface that not only protects the upholstery, but discourages your kitty from clawing. The clear design is barely noticeable and the included twist pins help ensure a secure fit.

Hang your purses, backpacks, jackets, jewelry, and whatever else on these decorative wall-mounted hooks. They aren’t just wall hooks, though — they are cleverly shaped like tiny climbers. Each of the hooks in the three-pack is just under seven inches tall. If you prefer over-the-door hooks, those are available too.

This clever corner shelf can be used practically anywhere — in your kitchen for spices, in your office for knickknacks and utensils, or in your bathroom for skincare. It fills space that is often otherwise unused. Each tier’s height can be adjusted to fit your needs, and this shelf even comes with four little hooks on the side to hang odds and ends, making it even more useful.

Holes in your wall from old art or accidents are the definition of an eyesore, but this repair putty can fill them in an instant. Best of all, you don’t even need other tools. Just twist the tube, apply the putty, wipe off excess with your hand, and that’s it. It dries quickly, and you can paint over it to finish the job.

If rambunctious children or pets have left indelible scuffs on your prized furniture, don’t be dismayed. Turn to these wood markers that cost under $10 and can make it seem like no damage was caused. They come in a set of six in a range of shades along with six wax sticks and a sharpener to fill in deeper scratches. Simply match up the correct marker to your wood and fill in the marks to make your furniture look free of imperfections.

If you’ve got a four-legged pal who happens to be an enthusiastic eater, this splash mat is a must have. This mat is made from waterproof silicone, with raised edges that contain water and kibble spills. It comes in a variety of colors and sizes and boasts an anti-skid backing to keep it locked in place.

• Available sizes: 5
• Available colors: 30

These night-lights have a chic weaved design that makes them look really nice and expensive — but of course, they’re super cheap. They have a few handy features, too, like a dusk-to-dawn sensor so they automatically turn on and an easy-to-adjust brightness slider for customizable lighting.

This chicken shredder is an amazing kitchen ally when you’re whipping up a salad or barbecue sandwiches. Just place an already-cooked breast between the two pieces, then twist the top to create bite-size shreds. This dishwasher-safe gadget is a best-seller on Amazon, with a 4.6-star overall rating.

This trash can is small, with a 2.2-gallon capacity, and narrow, with a 6-inch width, but it still has some high-tech features that make it a must-have for your bathroom or office. It’s waterproof, which is great for steamy showers, but most importantly, it has a motion sensor so it can be opened hands-free with the swipe of your hand or a little kick to the front.

Drain your pots with a single hand, wash produce with ease, or have a place to dry your dishes with this colander. Unlike others, this long rectangular colander has lips and expands from 14 to 19 inches to fit over your sink. It’s super useful and super popular on Amazon with over 16,000 five-star reviews.

Enjoy a perfectly temperate sleep using these cooling pillowcases made with fibers that absorb your body’s heat. Available in 11 colors, they feature an anti-static texture as well as soft and breathable cotton jersey on the bottom. Soothing for both hair and skin, the pillowcases can be either hand or machine-washed.

Unlike baking soda or charcoal bags, this fridge deodorizer sits in your refrigerator effectively eliminates odors and extends the life of your food for 10 years — and it won’t need to be recharged, refilled, or replaced. The outside is made of stainless steels, too, so it’ll blend right in.

If you like to listen while you sleep but don’t want to disturb your partner, these sleep headphones are an excellent solution. The Bluetooth headband doubles as an eye mask while you sleep and also makes for a great pair of running headphones since they stay put on your head — something that can be hard to come by for runners.

Take those squashed bags on your closet floor and give them the care they deserve by storing them in this purse organizer. It hangs on your closet rod and provides you with eight pockets (four on each side) for small to large bags. Clear windows allow you to see what’s stored where with the open sides making it easy to grab your purse of choice and head out the door.

This tile scrubber has a handle that can extend from 26 to 46 inches so you can clean without reaching and stretching. It has a uniquely shaped head with a triangle at the top to get into corners with ease. The head is made of an anti-microbal fabric to keep things sanitary.

The stiff bristles and T-shape of this brush help to clean even caked-on gunk out of hard-to-reach areas in your garbage disposal. This brush has a 15-inch long head to really get into the crevices, and reviewers say it really works. One shopper wrote, “i saw this on a home cleaning channel, and decided to give it a try. I have how gunk can build up in the disposal, and particularly until the flange. I must say this worked really well and cleaning out the build up. It’s turned a messy chore into a fairly routine operation.”

This toilet paper storage basket is such a genius way to store extra TP without leaving it in sight. Easily stock up to up 12 toilet paper rolls in the corner of your bathroom, or tuck this basket under your sink. It comes in a few colors to match your bathroom.

This wooden tissue box cover looks like three antique books and makes for a fun piece of decor to add to an office, library, or den. Of course, it also holds tissues, which is nice. If your tissue box doesn’t fit, you can remove them from their cardboard box and set them in the wooden box that way.

Adding this multifunctional spoon rest to your kitchen tools will allow you to put your cooking utensils down without dirtying the countertop. In addition to spoons and other utensils like spatulas, the organizer can also hold pot lids. It’s also foldable, saving space when stored. It also comes in green and white.

You deserve the perfect whiskey drink or cocktail, and with this set of ice ball molds, you’ll be on your way to achieving that. The orange molds make sphere-shaped ice that melts slower than regular ice cubes, and their durable plastic base is designed to prevent spills. At the end of the night, they’re easy to clean. Three molds come in the set, and they also come in blue.

These battery storage boxes are the perfect way to declutter your junk drawers. Each box can hold 12 batteries, and this set comes with two AA boxes and two AAA boxes. (Thought it’s also available in a C and D set.) The boxes are clear, which helps you to see how many you have left so you know when it’s time to restock.

If your washer is starting to smell a tad on the musty side, you need this washer door prop to keep it open just enough to let air circulate. It’s designed for front-loading washers and is made of a flexible but firm hose with a magnetic end that attaches to the side. Bend the hose as needed to wrap around the washer door and keep it securely open for a fresh-smelling tub.

This floating bookshelf is so inconspicuous, it makes stacked books look as if they are actually floating against a wall. The small, L-shaped shelf can hold up to 15 pounds, but the company also sells a larger shelf that can hold more books, photos, or whatever you want displayed. Mounting hardware is included, so you can set it up right out of the box.

Keep your counter free of stains and drips with the help of this drying mat. It’s made of absorbent, quick-drying rubber — and the brand claims stains disappear in as little as 10 seconds. It comes in nearly 20 colors and three sizes to suit your needs and style.

Hiccups are no fun, but this hiccup straw promises to help you and your kids get rid of them fast. The company says the straw is 92% effective — a number that was impressively published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. That’s a number worth gambling with when you’ve had it with the hiccups. It’s dishwasher-safe, reusable, and easy to travel with.

Keep your pipes free of debris and hair and your shower clean with these mesh stickers. They simply adhere over flat drains, and the fine mesh allows water to flow through while keeping dirt, grime, and hair out of your plumbing. There are two ways to clean them; you can either wipe them off or just peel the sticker off and toss them.

With this set of three splatter screens, you can protect your skin (and your backsplash) from spitting oil. Made from stainless steel, each screen has a mesh design that keeps oil droplets contained, while still allowing steam to escape. You can even use them to drain off grease after frying. The set comes with screens in 10-inch, 11.5-inch, and 13-inch sizes.

Instead of using paper towels for every small cleanup job in the kitchen, reach for this combo squeegee and brush tool. One side features tiny bristles that sweep away counter crumbs, while the other side has a squeegee that wipes liquid messes right into the sink. This genius tool even has a hook, so you can hang it on the ledge of your sink.

This silicone trivet pulls double duty in the kitchen. Like any trivet, it has a heat-resistant construction that protects surfaces from hot pots and pans. But it also doubles as a small drying mat, thanks to the ridged design that elevates items for ventilation and a raised lip that contains water.

Whether you use them for beverages in the fridge or canned goods in the pantry, these dispensers upgrade your kitchen storage situation. They make use of vertical space and feature a rolling design that automatically brings each can to your fingertips. They’re popular on Amazon, where they’ve earned a 4.6-star overall rating after 32,000 reviews.

If you don’t have storage space for an ironing board, this mat will be a game-changer. It turns any flat, metallic surface (like your dryer or washing machine) into an ironing board. It can handle heat up to 200 degrees and folds up for compact, easy storage (or travel).

Keep bar soap scum-free and help sponges to drain with these soap holders. They’re made of durable, easy-to-clean silicone and also have raised edges inside to help with airflow and a slight tilt to allow them to drain right into your sink.

Top drawers can be an absolute mess, but these organizers have designated compartments to keep socks, bras, panties, and other essentials tidy and sorted. This set of four comes with four uniquely sized organizers with different sized compartments to keep everything neat. They’re made of breathable, non-woven fabric to keep your clothes in tip-top shape and odor-free.

When painting your space, take one of these pens, refill these pens with leftover paint, and it’ll keep fresh for years. These pens have precise tips to get around small but highly trafficked, prone-to-scratches spots like around light switches and doors. These are remarkably popular on Amazon, with over 7,000 sold this month.

This boot tray is ideal for your entryway or mudroom to keep your floors free of mud, salt, and rain. It has raised edges to keep everything contained and a textured, nonslip bottom to keep your shoes and umbrellas firmly in place. It comes in five sizes to suit your needs.

This sink caddy is ideal for holding dish soap, scrub brushes, and sponges. Not only will it keep these by-the-sink essentials organized and in one place, the bottom has a little ramp that allows any spare water to flow right into the sink basin, keeping your counters clean.