Wirecutter - 5 great kitchen and bath deals

OXO Brew Conical Burr Coffee Grinder

Deal price: $80 | Street price: $100
With code FAMILYSHOP

The most important component of your coffee brewing setup is a quality burr grinder. It keeps the most essential part of the drink—the coffee itself—at its most flavorful and balanced. For those willing to trade a little consistency and longevity for convenience and a more affordable price, the OXO Brew Conical Burr Coffee Grinder is just the ticket. This compact grinder is a very capable machine with good grind quality and a simple, intuitive design.

Cuisinart CPK-17 PerfecTemp Cordless Electric Kettle

Deal price: $80 | Street price: $100
With code FAMILYSHOP

Whether you're making tea, coffee, or instant noodles, an electric kettle provides a swift and easy way to heat water without a stove. The Cuisinart CPK-17 won the top spot in our guide with its consistent performance and easy-to-use interface. This 1.7-liter kettle heats water quickly and accurately, has a “keep warm” function that holds water at the set temperature for 30 minutes, and comes with a generous three-year warranty.

Squatty Potty Slim Teak Toilet Stool

Deal price: $40 | Street price: $55

If you’ve ever wished pooping could be a faster or more pleasant experience, you may like having a toilet stool. The ideal pooping position is a squat and toilet stools help simulate that position by raising a person’s feet while they’re sitting on the toilet. The 7-inch tall Squatty Potty Slim Teak, our previous top pick, is still a nice toilet stool if you like the sleek wood aesthetics.

Fieldcrest Casual Solid Bath Towel

Deal price: $9 | Street price: $12
With code YAYDEAL & store pickup

The Fieldcrest Casual Solid Bath Towels from JCPenney are the softest affordable towels we tried in 2021. They have a dense, plush texture that’s similar to our top pick, but at a fraction of the price. The Fieldcrest towels are available in seven neutral colors, are free of harmful substances, and are also available as bath sheets, hand towels, and washcloths.

Maldon Flaked Sea Salt (8.5 Ounces)

Deal price: $6 | Street price: $7

Impress friends and family at your next dinner party by finishing off your meat dishes with this box of Maldon Flaked Sea Salt. No matter how much you season large cuts of meat, it will never seep into the center. So adding a great sea salt right before consumption adds complex flavor to the eyes of roasts and thick chops. Your guests will appreciate a dish of these delightfully crunchy flakes at the table.

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