Here’s What the Dwell Staff Would Really Buy on Amazon Prime Day

Prime Day rapidly approaches—here’s what we’ve bought (or want to buy) from Amazon.

Here’s What the Dwell Staff Would Really Buy on Amazon Prime Day

Prime Day rapidly approaches—here’s what we’ve bought (or want to buy) from Amazon.

Amazon is occasionally a necessary evil, useful in a pinch for when you cannot find the thing that you want and need, and are left with little to no choice. When Prime Day rolls around, though, Amazon’s siren call becomes a little harder to ignore.

Below, a robust selection of the random things that the Dwell staff has bought from Amazon and genuinely enjoyed—or stuff that they want and are hopeful is on sale for Prime Day.

Pet Hair Remover

Pet Hair Remover

Our pet fur scraper can effectively remove pet hair, fluff, debris, fur and dander. The pet fur remover is compact and convenient to store and carry. Keep your bedding, furniture and car interior clean and tidy at all times.

"A must -have for anyone with pets or shedding roommates." —Stella Gewirz, Email Marketing Specialist

OXO Good Grips Radial Grinder Pepper Mill

OXO Good Grips Radial Grinder Pepper Mill

With its long turning arm and comfortable, non-slip handle, the Pepper Mill takes the labor out of grinding. The ceramic grinding mechanism adjusts from fine to coarse. A clear door opens wide for easy refilling, and the base keeps countertops clean.

Woolygon Felt Cat Bed Cave

At Woolygon, our mission was to create a cat beds adored by cats. We wanted to create an eco-cat bed both beautiful and functional.. The organic wool provides them with a cozy, naturally insulated, safe, and soothing environment. The natural properties of our Organic Wool keep your cats and kittens cleaner and smelling better - and when it’s time to clean it, it’s easy to do so with soap and water. Wool Kitty Caves are extra-large, at 20" - enough for the mightiest kitty, or the most numerous litter! This is up to 3" larger than other cat caves. Made from 100% organic wool and individually hand felted for fair wages in ethical and environmentally friendly working conditions by Nepali artisans in the Himalayan Valley of Kathmandu.

"I share an Amazon account with one of my sisters so the assemblage of things in our ‘save for later’ section is a real motley assortment of bathing suits, books I want to read, supplements, cat food, and other sundry items that are frankly too embarrassing to share. However, I am in need of a pepper mill and the cat clearly ‘needs’ this bed... It’d be great if either were on sale for Prime Day, but if they're not, I’ll find some other options!" —Megan Reynolds, Senior Home Guides Editor

Dyson V8 Cordless Vaccuum

Dyson V8 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner

Powerful Dyson suction and lightweight for quick cleaning. Without the cord.Engineered for homes with pets.De-tangling Motorbar cleaner head deep cleans carpets and hard floors with hair removal vanes to clear long hair and pet hair from the brush bar.Up to 40 minutes of run time. Converts to a handheld for cleaning cars, stairs and upholstery.4 Dyson-engineered accessories for versatile cleaning.Hair screw tool for removing pet hair from upholstery and tight spaces with an anti-tangle conical brush bar.

"I finally bit the bullet and admitted the awful broom I picked up from a local hardware store wasn’t quite cutting it cleaning-wise, and went in on an on-sale Dyson, which of course has been totally worth it. I have it on good authority from a friend who has cleaned for a living that the Dyson is the way to go if you must go stick vacuum, and though I couldn’t find a natural place to mount it in our apartment (natural meaning, hidden), my partner smartly realized we could lie it down under the bed, which is working nicely."—Kate Dries, Executive Editor

ARLO Bamboo Roman Shades

ARLO Bamboo Roman Shades

These Roman style bamboo blinds gently filters light into a room. The measurement of each shade is 35" wide. For an inside mount, the inside window width must be 35.25" width or greater. Since our bamboo shades are made from real bamboo, the color can vary from a mild greenish tint to a more natural brown color.

"I have these everywhere in my apartment, paired with curtains and on their own. I love how they offer privacy, but also let light filter through."—Erin Mahoney, Senior Marketing Manager

Metal White Wall Shelves

Metal White Wall Shelves

Comes in a pack of two. Premium solid aluminum construction. Easy to install with included hardware. L15.75'' x D4.65'' x H1.57''


"Just a simple white metal shelf. I have a few, and they get the job done and look nice."—Jack Balderrama Morley, Managing Editor

Premium Bentwood Multipurpose Table and Chair Set

Premium Bentwood Multipurpose Table and Chair Set

Premium multi-functional set includes one table and two chairs that can be used as tables, chairs, stools, desks, benches, side tables, or shelves. The table and chairs are crafted from a continuous piece of birch plywood finished with a UV lacquer to seal the wood surface and resist scratching; refinish the set over time. Table measures 26.4" W x 18.5" D x 15.5" H, chairs measure 12" L × 12" W × 12" H; set is sealed with a clear finish that’s easy to clean with mild soap, water, and soft towel.

"High quality, versatile, and overall, my daughter loves it."—Maris Newbury, Affiliate Account Manager

Zalto Denk’Art Burgundy Wine Glass

Zalto Denk'Art Burgundy Wine Glass, Set of 6

Hand-blown from the finest European crystal. Offered here are six glasses. The height of the glass is 9.1 inches and it is 4.9 inches at its widest part. The volume capacity is 960 ml. The shape of the bowl was meticulously designed to bring out the best expressions of every type of grape. The lip is so thin it is as if nothing has come between you and your wine. The Burgundy glass is ideal for bold red wines as the size of the bowl lets the wine fully breathe and develop. Dishwasher-safe.

"I’m always watching for a set of these insanely expensive, would-be-totally-worth-it wine glasses to go on sale."—Samanatha Weiss-Hills, Managing Editor, Commerce

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