4 Common Household Products You Should Spend Money On and 4 You Should Buy Cheap (PHOTOS)

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by Emily Abbate 3 hours ago

When it comes to furnishing and buying things for the home, we all have different tastes and styles. Me, I'm more into clean lines and neutrals with that splash of bright color to make things pop. Whether or not you and I have similar tastes in decor, I think there is one thing we can agree on: If you don't need to splurge, then keeping costs down is the ideal. Especially on some typically expensive home items.

From cookware and hangers to the sheets on your queen-size bed, check out our splurge vs. save guide on what home items are worth the extra investment:

What items do you spend extra money on for your home?

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A great set of tools will last you for years and years. Sure, you could buy a cheap set at a local market, but the last thing you want is the head of a hammer falling off mid-job.

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