Reddit reviews VIP Home Essentials Stainless Mesh Sink Strainers Variety 5 Pack

Sink strainer. We use them in the kitchen sink (which otherwise is pretty much just a hole in the sink) to catch food particles from food prep or washing dishes to prevent them from going down into the pipes and potentially causing clogs.

Oh, that sounds awful and nasty! Shame on your landlord too as well as the previous tenant.

I've had to get creative with my shower stall drain, because most hair-catching products just weren't satisfactory. I finally went and got a large one of these, took out my drain plate's screws, turned the strainer upside down over it, and forced the screws through the mesh. Works like a charm. (Didn't want to use it right-side up, instead of the drain plate, because it seemed like a stumbling hazard to have a hole in the floor like that.)

Okay so I know you said under $5 but this is just a few cents over. I hope this can count. It's a garlic masher. Who DOESN'T want one of those?! Keep all the stinky off your hands and get a perfect mince for cooking?! It's like, heaven. I hate chopping garlic.

Also, my father is a huge griller and he swears by perfection with a meat thermometer. Getting the perfect cook every time, keep your family and friends happy :) and only $3.60.

I have a silicone basting brush at home and I LOVE IT. And it's only $2.00.

Some people don't have one of these but I love having it in my sink because it keeps all the nasty food from clogging up my drains. Into the garbage where you belong!

I noticed you had a cocktail shaker on there. Great for people who want shaken, but how about stirred drinks? Do it with something fun!

Also, make the perfect drinks with perfect pours. Jiggers make it easy if you're not an experienced bartender.

I've found some cool things for myself as well! Everyone benefits :)