Every space could use a little expensive-looking touch-up now and then, and I promise it’s shockingly easy to do some upgrades. You just have to identify the small mistakes around the house that could make your place look less-than-luxe, and luckily, I’ve identified all of them. This list also proves that a stylish and inviting home doesn’t have to be expensive. So, scroll through for super common mistakes that could be making your home look cheap (and all the budget-friendly items you’ll need to elevate it).

Tackle stubborn mold and mildew marks with this pre-mixed stain spray that you simply spritz on. It’s ideal for your mold-stained kitchen surfaces, decks, wood, vinyl siding, drywall, concrete floors, brick walls, and more. It also removes stains below the surface — no scrubbing required.

Torn window screens are an eyesore, but this repair tape can help you patch up holes quickly. Rather than replacing the entire screen, cut a piece of this fiberglass repair tape to size and then apply using the self-adhesive. It comes in both grey and black and is made to stand up to the elements (and keep out pests).

Scrub away grime without damaging delicate surfaces with this clever pumice stone cleaner. It’s dense and durable, so it’s designed to power through multiple cleaning sessions, and it comes with its own storage case. To use, just get the pumice wet and use gentle pressure to lift away dirt and hard water stains.

Draw up any latex-based paint into the body of these brush pens, and you’ll have a convenient way to do paint touch-ups anywhere you need them. The precision brush head makes it easy to fix small areas, and the paint will stay good in the pens for years, so you won’t have to worry about dealing with messy brushes and cans.

This universal outlet concealer tidies up loose cords and chargers, making your walls or even your kitchen backsplash look more streamlined. It fits most duplex outlets, and the attached power strip features three AC sockets and two USB plugs. Plus, the flat 3-foot extension cord comes with adhesive and clips to help everything blend into the wall.

Use this baseboard cleaner to quickly and easily clean tricky spots that are up high or down low. It’s lightweight and has an expandable arm so you can reach baseboards and door moldings. The contoured cleaning head swivels 360 degrees to move around corners, and the microfiber cloths can be used wet or dry.

Instantly organize your space under your sink with this seriously sleek garbage bag caddy. It features a sturdy steel bracket that hangs over cabinet doors and has nonslip padding to prevent cabinet damage. It holds a standard roll of kitchen garbage bags and has a removable lid for easy reloading as well as storage.

Remove dust, pollen, and dirt from window screens with this seriously quick-to-use mesh cleaning tool. Use the ergonomic handheld brush on its own or with the handle to reach tall screens and brighten up your view. The cleaning head can be used wet or dry on screens or upholstery. Plus, the extra long fibers dig into the holes in screens to thoroughly remove grime.

Revive old and discolored grout by simply painting over it with these game-changing grout pens. You can paint right over up to 150 feet of grout (if it’s 2 milimeters), and the water-based formula is fast-drying, so it won’t interrupt your routine. They’re also super precise, so you won’t get any of this grout refresher on your tiles.

Protect fabrics and upholstery from spills with this super quick-to-use water shield spray. Spritz it on, and it will dry clear and odorless, so you’ll barely know it’s on your furniture until you need it. It’s ideal for furniture, shoes, bags, or luggage; basically anything that needs to be kept dry.

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