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With summer in full swing, it's that time of year when energy bills go way up (or worse—the air conditioner goes out). From cooling blankets to tower fans, we rounded up cost-effective home essentials that will help keep you cool and comfortable no matter how hot it is outside.

Whether you've recently moved or you're just looking to give your space a quick refresh, there's no better time than now to stock up on home essentials. One Kings Lane is having a huge Memorial Day sale (up to 20 percent off!) and trust us, you won't want to miss out. You'll find amazing deals from outdoor furniture to home decor to light fixtures. Scroll down to see our favorite items that we're definitely shopping from the sale.

You don't have to splurge on fancy equipment from expensive home good stores to get great bakeware. Instead, check out the selection at your favorite home improvement store: The Home Depot. From nonstick pans to Pyrex glass, The Home Depot has everything you need to stock your kitchen—at super affordable prices.

From adding a new backsplash and swapping out your faucet to painting your cabinets and switching out the knobs or pulls, creating the matte-black kitchen of your dreams doesn't have to be a challenge. To help you get started we've rounded up our favorite essentials to make your own matte-black kitchen a reality.