Of course, your home has great style, but it’s always fun to add a little something to catch the eye, spark conversation and make your life brighter. You don’t even need to invest a lot of time or money into such items. They are there for the taking if you know where to find them.
Many of us turn to Wayfair for both conventional and contemporary items. The problem is that the retailer’s site is full of must-have items, so it’s easy to miss some jewels. We’ve found 11 of the brightest for you to bring into your home or give to another.
11 Hidden Wayfair Pieces You Need Now
The following are our favorite 11 hidden gems we found at Wayfair. As always, the prices listed may fluctuate over time.
1. August Grove Doorbell Hanging Bell
Whether you’ve styled your entire home in a farmhouse/retro look or you just want to move away from the all-too-common doorbell, you owe it to yourself to get the August Grove Doorbell Hanging Bell. Yes, it’s a great doorbell you won’t see at other homes. Yet, it’s versatile enough to hang inside as a bell to summon kids to dinner or just as a statement piece.
It measures 6 1/2 inches by 5 inches by 8 1/2 inches. The solid, durable cast iron construction means you’ll be ringing this bell for years to come. It’s available in the color choices of blue, red and turquoise.
2. Trinx Nightfall Planet Tapestry
Anyone with an empty wall in a bedroom, playroom, bathroom or family room knows it’s a hassle to find attractive art to fill the void. The 100 percent polyester Trinx Nightfall Planet Tapestry is the perfect solution. Choose the right size for your space with 59 inches by 51 inches or 59 inches by 79 inches. You can even use the accessories included to hang it where you please.
The look is enchanting, and the price is budget-friendly.
3. Latitude Run Towns 5-Drawer Lingerie Chest
Custom-made closet organizers are pricey! Rather than spend hundreds or even thousands, add your own drawer system to your current setup. Of course, you don’t even need a closet to use Latitude Run Towns 5-Drawer Lingerie Chest. The metal-framed unit with five upholstered drawers looks snazzy enough to keep in plain sight.
That means you can use it in a playroom, family room or wherever else you need some extra storage. The unit measures 46.1 inches by 17.7 inches by 11.8 inches. The drawers, which pull all the way out on metal gliders, have interior measurements of 8.7 inches by 15.7 inches by 11.8 inches. It’s available in several colors.
4. Winsoon Magnetic Garage Door Accessory Set
5. Curb appeal means a lot, which is why the Winsoon Magnetic 6-Piece Garage Door Accessory Set is a must-have to spruce up your home. Affix these magnets to your steel garage door, and it looks like the handles and elegant hardware you find on doors in expensive neighborhoods.
The magnets are made of durable, UV-resistant plastic so they can withstand snow, rain, and sun. Plus, they’re as easy to use as refrigerator magnets.
You don’t need to be a bike rider to enjoy these Grovelane Bicycle Bookends fashioned from gold and black metal to resemble a vintage two-wheeler. Of course, you can use them to keep your books and magazine organized.
The black rubber stoppers on their bottoms ensure they won’t scratch furniture or slide. Each of the two pieces measures 6 inches by 5 inches by 8 1/2 inches. The two pieces weigh 3 1/2 pounds.
6. Ebern Designs Hubble Space Telescope on Canvas
Ebern Designs Hubble Space Telescope on Canvas wall art is sure to add color and conversation to any room. The image is printed on 100 percent cotton canvas and pulled over an anti-shrink pine wood stretcher bar frame.
And, you won’t need to scramble to find hardware to hang it because it includes wall mounting accessories. It’s available in several sizes starting with 12 inches by 36 inches by three-quarter inches.
7. East Urban Home Stained Glass Wall Clock
Just when you think you’ve seen all the oversized wall clocks available, along comes the East Urban Home Stained Glass Wall Clock. The 100 percent solid aluminum clock features gray, black and white semi-floral hues and a glossy finish. Of course, the finish isn’t your mom’s floral pattern. This one is reminiscent of whirled paint, so it fits in with the most modern decor or offers a splash of contemporary style to a more traditional look.
You can choose from the small, medium or large sizes. And, you’ll be happy to know you can power your clock with one AAA battery, so there’s no ugly cord to hide.
8. Latitude Run Cushing Floating Desk
The Latitude Run Cushing Floating Desk is not only functional but funky. You can choose either crisp white, Espresso or black as the color of the manufactured wood. The color choices are great because this desk is built to go where you need it most, unlike traditional desks that need dedicated spaces. You can put this in the kitchen, so you have a handy place to work on recipes, in the den as a space for bill paying or even in a bedroom so kids can use it for schoolwork.
The desk features rounded sides and an upper shelf for books or binders. It also has cable management cutouts, so your wires are organized and out of the way. The desk measures 39 1/2 inches by 42 1/4 inches by 19 3/4 inches. Hang it anywhere you need a bit of desk space.
9. Trent Austin Design Thibodeau 8 Sputnik Flush Mount Light
You don’t have to install track or recessed lighting to brighten your room. The eight lights on the Trent Austin Design Thibodeau 8 Sputnik Flush Mount offer the same illumination in an easy-to-install fixture. Just add bulbs up to 60 watts, place the fixture in a dry location and it’s ready. The light is black metal, and the piece measures approximately 4 3/4 inches by 51 1/4 inches by 27 1/2 inches.
Worried it will be too bright? Don’t be. The lights are dimmable.
10. Wade Logan Mcelroy Swivel Counter Stool Set
Counter stools always seem like a good idea until you sit on one and realize it’s uncomfortable and perhaps, not too sturdy. That’s especially annoying when you plan to eat a meal at a counter instead of taking it into a dining room. The Wade Logan Mcelroy Swivel Counter Stool Set solves that problem.
Curved manufactured wood frames, chrome footrests and swivel seats—plus high upholstered backrests give these stools a modern look without putting comfort on the backburner. You can relax, spin and even rest your feet on the bottom bar. Each stool measures 35 1/2 inches by 18 1/2 inches by 20 inches, weighing 15 1/2 pounds. The height from floor to seat is 24 1/2 inches.
Not to worry about finding a matching pair; this set includes two stools.
11. Aquarest Spas, Powered by Jacuzzi Plug and Play Hot Tub
Those who want a hot tub but just can’t get around some of the high prices and large sizes will love this hot tub—considering entry-level tubs can run you up to $7,000. Plus, many traditional tubs weigh up to 1,000 pounds, which makes moving them a major hassle.
Not the Aquarest Spas, Powered by Jacuzzi 4-Person Plug and Play Hot Tub. It’s an affordable tub that weighs in at an easier-to-move 234-pounds. The tub is crafted from impact-resistant polyethylene and includes 12 stainless steel hydrotherapy jets powered by Jacuzzi.
As you relax in up to 156 gallons of filtered water heated up to 104 degrees, enjoy the extra ambiance provided by the multi-colored LED backlight and cascading waterfall. The spa comes with an 88-pound cover. You can power it by plugging it into a 110-volt outlet. Choose a Brownstone, Graystone or Keystone color. The tub’s exterior measures 2 feet 8 inches by 5 feet 10 inches by 5 feet, so you won’t feel cramped, even when relaxing with a few friends.
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