Not Soylent

This is one of my favorite cleaning products. In fact, almost the only cleaning product I use. You can buy it in a big, concentrated bottle for $9, clean virtually everything with it, and it lasts forever. Plus, it's non-toxic and biodegradable. What's not to like? It works well for everything but glass (a little streaky, as much as I hate to admit it). I've used it to clean tile, carpet, bathtubs, sinks, stoves, laundry, and on occasion, to kill ants. So, if you have skunk spray or a dirty engine, pick up a bottle. That's per their website, by the way.

$9.58, www.lowes.com

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Just Vase It

If my budget for mantel-dressing were unlimited (or even slightly higher), these would be my next purchase. I know they would look absolutely fabulous against my brown walls.

www.wingardhome.com, $40 - $48