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15 home upgrades you won't believe are this easy to install
A floating shelf
A curtain rod
Available in bronze, nickel, and brass, this rod takes the hassle out of a frustrating process. Simply align the brackets to the window, secure the rod with curtains attached, and style your curtains to cover the hidden brackets.
Smart Rods Easy Install Drapery Window Rod, $26.61-$49.39 available at TargetA sofa
Each piece of this adaptable sofa comes in a separate box and you can assemble the whole thing, tool-free, in minutes. When it comes time to move, it's just as easy to disassemble.
Burrow Sofa, $1,195, available at BurrowAn armchair
Like Burrow's offerings, Campaign's furniture involves tool-free assembly. Choose from oak or maple legs and a variety of eye-catching colors. You can also change the color with a removable fabric kit.
Campaign Chair, $695, available at CampaignA TV wall mount
Spend less time struggling to put your TV up and more time enjoying your shows on the big screen. The three-step installation process will place your TV 2.5" from the wall and you can tilt the mount up to 15 degrees.
ECHOGEAR Tilting TV Wall Mount With Low Profile Design for 32-70 inch TVs, $34.99, available at AmazonRemovable wallpaper
Changing your wallpaper is an instant way to transform your space. We like Sweet Pea Wall Design's options because they're gorgeous and don't leave residue when you peel them off.
SweetPeaWallDesign Tropical Hibiscus Removable Wallpaper, from $28, available at EtsyMagnetic blinds
The magnets in these mini blinds are super strong, but you can still quickly snap the blinds on and off whenever necessary.
Magne Blind Aluminum Magnetic Mini Blinds, $44.95, available at AmazonA picture hanger
Just push this small steel piece into drywall and you're ready to hang up to 40 pounds of art, photos, or mirrors.
High & Mighty Tool Free Picture Hanger, $4.47, available at Home DepotA bed frame
This steel frame with wooden slats took me less than half an hour to put together, so I could sleep in elevated comfort right away. All the parts are clearly labeled, the slats attach to the frame with Velcro, and it comes with anti-slip pads to keep the mattress in place.
Zinus Modern Studio 14 Inch Platform Bed Frame, $77.44-$153.06, available at AmazonAn outlet shelf
Keep your electronics organized while saving space with this shelf. It's perfect for smart home devices and speakers. Installation is just like replacing an outlet cover.
ECHOGEAR Outlet Shelf, $23.99, available at AmazonA shoe rack
When searching for a new shoe rack, I looked for ones that didn't require tools to assemble and have the ability to add more shelves to accommodate my future shoe purchases. This one fit the bill perfectly.
Seville Classics 3-Tier Resin Slat Utility Shoe Rack, $29.92, available at AmazonAn entertainment center
Complete your living room setup for only $20 and no tools. It can hold TVs of up to 80 pounds as well as storage cubes in the side compartments.
Mainstays No-Tool Assembly 3-Cube Entertainment Center for TVs up to 40", $24.99, available at WalmartCarpet tiles
Changing an entire floor of carpet is tricky to do by yourself. Individual peel-and-stick carpet tiles are much easier to install.
Nance Industries 20" x 20" Carpet Tile in Assorted, $1.17/sq. ft., available at WayfairA wireless doorbell
This doorbell can be fixed to a door frame with the included screws or attached using adhesive tape. It uses batteries and includes 36 different ringtones.
1byone Easy Chime Wireless Doorbell Kit, $12.99, available at AmazonBacksplash tiles
You can install your own backsplash with these peel-and-stick tiles that look like the real deal. You don't have to add extra glue and the patented clear Gel-O component ensures they'll never yellow or crack with time.
Smart Tiles Muretto Durango 10.20 in. W x 9.10 in. H Decorative Mosaic Wall Tile Backsplash (12-Pack), $99.98, available at Home DepotPopular Right Now
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