11 Genius Home Products Our Staff Can’t Stop Raving About

I had no idea I could love an air purifier this much! I’ve been running this one nonstop for almost five years, and it’s been a total game-changer. Not only does it clean the air of odors and reduce dust (my seasonal allergies have never been better), but it also creates the perfect “pink noise” that helps me drift off to sleep every night. The filter is super easy to change, and overall, it’s made my bedroom feel fresher, cleaner, and more restful than I ever imagined. I honestly can’t imagine living without it! –Kelly Kraisinger, Digital Marketing Manager

Okay, yes, they’re magnets, but they are so adorable, and I’m obsessed! Fridge magnets that actually work aren’t often cute, but this pick hits the mark on both style and function. The magnets can hold up all the Save the Dates, photos, and restaurant souvenirs you can imagine, and they add a subtle personal touch. –Bree Pulver, Senior Digital Editor

My morning latte is the best part of my AM routine, and this espresso machine makes me feel like a barista. With its built-in coffee bean grinder, you get a fresh espresso shot every time, and the steam wand froths every kind of milk with ease. There’s a bit of a learning curve when it comes to nailing the settings, but once you’ve got it down, you’ll be brewing like a pro. –Heather Speer, Associate Social Media Editor

With busy summer travels and extremely hot, rainless days, a garden solution that keeps my plants hydrated is necessary. It’s super customizable—I usually connect it to a hose and a slightly rotational sprinkler so that the whole garden bed gets soaked. It takes a little practice to make sure you place it in the correct spot, but once that is sorted out, all you do is set the timer and turn the hose on! Plant lifesaver. –McKenzie Pendergrass, Social Media Editor

This drying rack is so helpful with saving precious counter space. I love that I can use it when needed, then easily roll it up and out of the way when I’m done. Added bonus: All the water drips right into the sink so there’s no mess! –Annie Tsai, Community Manager

This smart lamp is amazing—you can get multiple for friends and family, and every time you touch it, it lights up yours and theirs at the same time. My loved ones are spread out all over the country, so this enables us to feel like we’re in the same room anytime we want. It’s instant love with the touch of a finger. –Erica Brown, Social Media Director

A good bath mat is hard to find—you need to strike the right balance between everything you’re looking for style-wise, but it also needs to do the job right. And if you have any pet peeves (like slipping or dry time), then you need to find one that fits all of those needs, too. This stone bath mat is perfect for people like me who hate the ick that comes from a regular bath rugs. You have to wash them frequently, and they have a long dry time. This stone mat takes care of that, and looks luxurious no matter what. –Bree Pulver, Senior Digital Editor

Say goodbye to pesky summer gnats with this incredibly effective gnat fly trap! I’ve tested numerous products and homemade remedies against these relentless insects, but nothing comes close to the success I’ve had with this gem. It’s a game-changer! –Kelly Kraisinger, Digital Marketing Manager

These curtains have made waking up so much more enjoyable! Not only are they the ideal ivory to match my bedroom’s neutral color palette, but they let just enough light in—not too much or too little. They also add the perfect touch of texture to my decor with the linen fabric. –Heather Speer, Associate Social Media Editor

I make my own salad dressings, but I was struggling for a good way to mix them up. A bowl or mason jar worked fine, but they weren’t ideal for storage. Plus, I was going through a ton of measuring cups and spoons every time. I finally came across this salad dressing shaker—it has measurements directly on the cup, so you can make, shake, and store everything in one handy container. Genius! –Megan Stein, Editorial Director