My Favourite Finds from Exclusively 2026: Kitchen & Home Products Worth Bringing Home.
There are always products that catch your eye at trade shows because they’re shiny, clever or a little bit different. Then there are the ones you find yourself thinking about days later because you know they’d actually make life easier.
That’s exactly how I felt after visiting the Exclusively Homewares & Gift Show in London.
As someone who spends far too much time in the kitchen (usually with flour somewhere it shouldn’t be), enjoys trying new gadgets and is always looking for products that genuinely solve everyday problems, I came away with a notebook full of favourites.
These are the products that really stood out.
OXO Good Grips Box Grater – Proof That Even a Grater Can Be Clever
I’ll admit, I never expected to be impressed by a box grater.
But OXO has a knack for taking something ordinary and making it noticeably better.
I’ve reviewed several OXO products recently, and they’re quickly becoming one of those brands I instinctively trust. Their products aren’t flashy—they’re simply designed by people who clearly understand how kitchens work.
The four-sided stainless steel grater comes with a measuring collection box that catches everything neatly as you grate. No more cheese scattered across the worktop or guessing how much you’ve grated for a recipe.
It’s one of those small improvements that makes cooking feel that little bit less messy, and I can already see this replacing my ageing grater at home.
Minky’s Opti-Clean Spin Mop – Finally, No More Washing Floors with Dirty Water
This was one of those demonstrations that instantly made sense.
The clever dual-chamber bucket keeps clean and dirty water completely separate, meaning you’re actually washing your floor with fresh water every time.
Once you’ve seen it in action, it’s difficult to look at a traditional mop bucket in quite the same way again.
The removable, washable microfibre head and compact storage are thoughtful touches too. Cleaning isn’t exactly anyone’s favourite job, but products like this certainly make it less of a chore.
Salter’s Self-Basting Roaster – Sunday Lunch Just Got Easier
If, like me, you love a proper roast dinner, this immediately catches your attention.
The clever self-basting lid continuously returns moisture to the meat while it cooks, helping everything stay beautifully juicy without constantly opening the oven door.
The durable vitreous enamel coating, PFAS-free finish and generous size make it perfect for family meals, while the fitted lid also means less mess inside the oven—which is never a bad thing.
It’s one of those products that quietly earns its place in the kitchen for years.
Beldray’s Ultimate Grip Pegs – Surprisingly Impressive
Who knew I’d leave a trade show talking about clothes pegs?
But these aren’t just any pegs.
Made from recycled plastic, they’re designed not to twist, resist rust and moisture, grip tightly in windy weather and, perhaps best of all, they’re gentle enough not to leave those annoying peg marks across your clothes.
Sometimes it’s the simplest household products that make the biggest difference.
For Pet Owners, Beldray Has Thought of Everything
Anyone who shares their home with a dog or cat knows pet hair has an incredible ability to appear absolutely everywhere.
Beldray’s Pet Plus range caught my attention because it offers reusable alternatives to endless sticky lint rollers.
The upholstery brushes lift stubborn pet hair from sofas and chairs using soft rubber bristles, while the clever self-cleaning lint remover empties itself into its storage case ready to use again.
If you’ve ever spent ten minutes trying to remove fur from a black jumper before leaving the house, you’ll understand why these appealed to me.
NoStik Silicone Baking Mat – A Simple Swap That Makes Sense
I love products that save both time and waste.
The reusable NoStik baking mat replaces endless sheets of baking parchment, creates a naturally non-stick surface and makes cleaning trays remarkably easy.
As someone who enjoys baking, anything that means less scrubbing afterwards is an instant winner.
It’s also one of those sustainable swaps that doesn’t require changing your routine—simply use it, wash it and use it again.
ReBorn SquishBin® – The Clever Kitchen Organiser I Didn’t Know I Needed
One of the most practical products I discovered at Exclusively has already found a permanent home in my kitchen.
The ReBorn SquishBin® is designed specifically for collecting soft plastics ready to be recycled, and I honestly didn’t realise how much I needed it until I started using it.
Like many households, we recycle as much as we can, but bread bags, frozen food packaging, crisp packets and other soft plastics always seemed to end up stuffed into an overflowing carrier bag under the sink. It worked… just about… but it certainly wasn’t tidy.
Now everything goes straight into the SquishBin®. Its clever design compresses up to 20 litres of soft plastic into a compact 5-litre bin, meaning my recycling cupboard has never looked so organised. It sits neatly inside the cupboard, taking up very little space, and when it’s full I simply empty it into the supermarket soft plastics recycling collection.
It’s one of those brilliantly simple ideas that quietly makes everyday life easier. The integrated handle makes it easy to empty, and if cupboard space is limited it can even be mounted on a wall or hung over a cupboard door.
For anyone trying to make their kitchen a little more organised while reducing waste, this has been one of my favourite discoveries of the year.
Minky Makes Cleaning Feel… Almost Fun
Cleaning products don’t often bring a smile, but Minky’s new Under the Sea collection certainly does.
Inspired by the coast, the bundle combines practical cleaning essentials with cheerful seaside-inspired designs that somehow make everyday chores feel a little less mundane.
I also spotted the SmartFit Premium Ironing Board Cover, which proves Minky pays attention to the little details. A thicker surface and a better fit might not sound exciting, but if you iron regularly, you’ll appreciate the difference.
Why These Products Stayed With Me
After every trade show, there are products that are impressive because they’re new, and then there are products you genuinely want to take home.
For me, these all shared one thing in common.
They solve everyday problems.
Whether that’s making cooking easier, keeping floors cleaner, organising kitchen cupboards, tackling pet hair, simplifying recycling or improving the laundry routine, these are products that earn their place in your home.
The best homeware products aren’t always the most high-tech or expensive. They’re the ones that quietly become part of your everyday life until you can’t imagine managing without them.
If my shopping list has grown considerably since visiting Exclusively, I have absolutely no regrets. In fact, several of these products are already hard at work in my home, and they’ve proved that the very best finds from a trade show aren’t necessarily the most glamorous—they’re the ones that make life just that little bit easier every single day.
Poppy Watt