Before coming to Mashable, I covered all things home. I spent hours building furniture, comparing rug density, and analyzing the merits of different fans. While I may have left the expansive world of home products for tech, I remain passionate about the best products out there.
In my experience, home products can get overhyped easily. Things like the Bissell Little Green machine (worth it) or a gamer chair with a footrest (not worth it) go viral on TikTok and convince you that they’re the next best thing. However, that overload of buzzy products is how you end up with a lot of stuff you don’t need. Reporters like myself spend a lot of time thoroughly vetting, testing, and living with products so you buy things that are actually worth it.
I look forward to Prime Day because the products I stand by finally go on sale. I love passing along the best products on sale to my friends and family, so I’ll give you the deets, too.
Everything you need to know about Prime Day 2024, according to our team of professional deal hunters
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When I moved into my last apartment, it was the thick of summer, and I was prepared to buy a new AC to keep my bedroom cool. Imagine my horror when I discovered vertically sliding windows that made it completely impossible to install either a portable or window AC. That summer was saved by the Vornado 660 air circulator fan.
It doesn’t look like much with its relatively small build that can supposedly move air up to 100 feet, but let me tell you, it is a powerhouse. While it isn’t a complete replacement for an AC unit, it does keep you exceptionally cool. The Vornado fan creates a cool breeze with air-circulating technology that keeps any room fresh and not filled with stale summer air. I’m always checking the price of the Vornado 660, and was pleasantly surprised to see it finally drop during Prime Day to $84.99. While those $15 savings may be minimal, it’s the best price we’ve seen since last year.
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Revival Rugs
at Amazon
$449.00
Save $164.96
Washable rugs may seem gimmicky — do you really need to be able to wash your rug? However, as someone who is both an allergy sufferer and the owner of a very messy cat, I’ve become a washable rug convert. Being able to toss one in the wash and have it come out spotless is truly divine. But the brand that totally converted me into a washable rug devotee is Revival Rugs.
Revival Rugs makes luxe washable models. I’ve tested other brands and while they come in lots of fun patterns, they’re often flimsy and leave me missing the cozy plush feel of a regular rug. You get the best of both worlds with Revival Rugs, which makes really gorgeous and stylish rugs that have the heft and feel of a non-washable rug. My favorite is the Shell rug, which is delightfully soft underfoot, while still being attractive. It will feel stiff and like you shouldn’t be able to put it in the washing machine and dryer but trust me — you can. Revival Rugs’ designs come out of the wash clean and softer than ever. Explore their collection and get up to 37% off Revival Rugs’ rugs during Prime Day.
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While my home may be filled with washable rugs, there’s still plenty of other upholstery that can’t be tossed in the wash as easily. Luckily, I have the Little Green Machine 1400B in my back pocket for everything else.
The dual tanks let you spray a water/cleaning solution from one and the vacuum brush sucks up all the dirty water and dispenses it in the other. This has been a lifesaver when it comes to pet stains (again, messy cat) or for cleaning off secondhand furniture (we’re Facebook Marketplace hounds in this household.) You will be both totally satisfied and horrified by the amount of gunk this upholstery cleaner will tackle. It’s down to $81.67 during Prime Day for 34% savings — the lowest price this year.
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Two years ago during Prime Day 2022, I picked up the Blueair 5440i and have never looked back. Having suffered from allergies to dust, pets, and pollen my whole life, even the home isn’t a safe space for me, but the Blueair 5440i keeps me breathing easy. When seasonal allergies are at its peak, my home is an allergy-free oasis thanks to this air purifier.
The large size has been perfect for apartment living. Since I’m in a small space, smoke and smells from cooking get everywhere, but the Blueair reliably kicks on to clear the air. It’s a true set-it-and-forget-it kind of device as it senses the air quality and adjusts the setting as needed. During Prime Day, it’s down to its lowest price ever of $219.99 for $100 off and 31% savings.
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Yes, this is a slight departure from the traditional home items on this list but stick with me. I spend a lot of time at home, both working my 9-to-5 and regularly hosting friends over for dinner and movie nights. My home’s pantry is almost always stocked with Fishwife tinned fish because 1) it’s delicious and 2) it’s versatile and convenient.
I’ll be the first to admit it, what initially hooked me was the cute packaging. But I’ve stayed loyal to the brand for years now because the products are all genuinely delicious. It’s a home essential for me because it makes lunches a breeze, always on hand to make a toast or rice bowl extra special. Plus, if I’m having guests over last minute, I just open up a few tins and arrange them on a gorgeous cutting board and have an instantly impressive snack spread.
I’m particularly hyped for the Fishwife sale during Prime Day, which gives you 20% off the starter pack that includes their limited edition anchovies and Fly by Jing smoked salmon collab. Normally priced at $72, it’s down to $57.60, for $14.40.
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