COST JUSTIFIED
Let's face it: A deal isn't a deal when you get a product that just doesn't function as it should. Sometimes it's tempting to skimp on common household buys, but spending a little extra can pay off in quality and ease of use on items that see daily or near-daily use. These 20 around-the-house buys can be well worth a small splurge in the long run -- and the short term, too.