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Handy for photographers or anyone hanging fabric backdrops, tarps, or curtains without leaving clip marks, and the 8-pack currently runs $1.20 below list. Buy Now at Amazon

These come in handy for anyone tackling DIY furniture repairs or woodworking projects that need multiple clamps holding at once, since one-handed operation lets you adjust pressure while keeping your other hand free to position the workpiece. Walmart has the 6-pack for $36, which is $35 (about 49%) off the $71 list price. Buy Now at Walmart

Anyone doing picture frames, molding, or other corner joints will find this handy for holding pieces at a precise 90-degree angle while glue sets or nails go in, freeing up your hands for the actual work. Buy Now at Amazon

Adhesive picture hangers are a practical alternative to nailing into walls, which makes these useful for renters or anyone hanging lightweight frames in spaces where holes aren't an option. At $14, that's $3 off the $17 list price for a 45-piece set. Buy Now at Walmart

Mounts under or alongside your desk to get the tower off the floor, which is useful if you're short on floor space or want to keep your setup cleaner without buying a new desk. Buy Now at Newegg

Handy to stock up on if you're running conduit through a basement, garage, or utility space where you need consistent spacing and secure mounting along walls or joists. Buy Now at Home Depot

Leveling furniture or stabilizing a manufactured home becomes a lot easier with these adjustable floor jacks, and at $79 that's $9 off the $89 list price. Buy Now at Walmart

Useful if you're reinforcing wood joints, repairing furniture, or building something that needs a flat metal connector between two surfaces. Stainless steel holds up better than zinc or galvanized hardware in damp or outdoor conditions, so these are worth keeping on hand if that's your environment. Buy Now at Home Depot

Useful for securing vertical pipe runs in plumbing or HVAC installations, particularly when you need a clamp that resists corrosion and handles the weight of the pipe at floor or wall penetration points. Buy Now at Home Depot

Handy for outdoor cable management, exhaust systems, or anywhere plastic ties would degrade in heat or sun, since stainless steel holds up in conditions that break down standard zip ties. Walmart has the 100-pack for $12.59, a dollar off the $13.99 list price. Buy Now at Walmart

Handy for anyone rigging up conduit, piping, or ductwork runs, since the telescoping design lets you adjust the fit on site instead of pre-measuring every hanger. The 50-pack makes sense if you're outfitting a whole basement or job site rather than fixing a single pipe. Buy Now at Home Depot

Handy for woodworkers or DIYers who need consistent clamping pressure without manually resetting the jaw each time, thanks to the auto-adjust mechanism that accommodates different material thicknesses. At $50.09, that's $16.05 off the $66.14 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Anyone building a frameless glass railing will want these to hold panels at a clean 90-degree angle without visible hardware disrupting the look, and the stainless steel construction handles outdoor exposure without rusting. Buy Now at Home Depot

Handy for anyone tackling small boat, canvas, or upholstery projects that need extra hands to hold materials in place while adhesive sets, and these run $2.40 below list price at $6.06. Buy Now at Amazon

This clamp and spreader combo suits woodworkers who need extra reach for gluing wide panels or awkward assemblies, since the deep-reach jaw gets past standard clamp limits. It's priced at $14.18, about $2 below the $16.10 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

These clips hold papers, bags, or curtains to any metal surface using rare-earth magnets, which is handy for fridges, filing cabinets, or garages where you want hands-free hanging. At $10.19, that's $1.80 off the $11.99 list price for a dozen. Buy Now at Amazon

Handy if you're securing hoses or ducting in that 6-to-7-inch range, and the chrome plating helps it hold up better against rust than standard clamps. Buy Now at Home Depot

Update: The price has changed to $30.47 since this was originally published.

Handy for woodworking or metal fabrication when you need steady clamping pressure without the padded pliers cramping your hand, and Walmart has it for $27.89, about $7.46 off the $35.35 list price. Buy Now at Walmart

A simple storage fix for cluttered cabinets, this rack holds pot lids upright so they stop sliding around and taking up drawer space. At $15, it's $2 off the $17 list price. Buy Now at Walmart