5 everyday essentials I'd buy during Presidents' Day

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Presidents' Day is this weekend, and it's a great time to grab the products you already use and love every day, or something you will be using and loving daily.

Also: The best Presidents' Day deals so far

I test nifty gear and accessories 24/7/365, and as ZDNET's deals and shopping editor, I know my way around a sale page. The best way to maximize savings is to shop strategically, purchasing everyday items or essentials that won't break the bank. Here are a few of my favorite offers I'm eyeing during Presidents' Day weekend -- from beauty to kitchen appliances.

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Everyday Presidents' Day deals I'm shopping this weekend

This toaster has been sitting in my Amazon cart for over three months. It's finally on sale for $20, and I figure for that price, I will finally be purchasing.

In the spring I'll be moving into a new home that's limited in counter space, so I liked the slim design of this toaster, and the neutral color is a bonus, since it will likely live on my counter. Plus, it will be an easy return thanks to Amazon if I decide I don't like it.

I'm not sure what it is about chargers and cables, but they always seem to grow legs. Anker has two 100W, 6ft cables on sale, and they're compatible with tons of devices since they're USB-C to USB-C.

Dawn dish soap is a must-have for me. It has so many uses, from spot-treating laundry to cleaning actual dishes. I personally find the best deal on Dawn via the refill jugs at Costco, but I scooped up a few of these EZ-Squeeze tubes for the new house to have on hand, and right now they're just a few cents less than my local grocery store.

Despite being 5'10, I can't reach the attic pulldown in my house. This is going in the upstairs closet so I don't have to keep jumping up and down for the foreseeable future.

Also great for a garage, pantry, or mud room.

I may be a tech editor, but I also enjoy finding deals on my favorite beauty and wellness products, too. Amazon surprisingly has a decent selection, especially during major sale events. Right now one of my favorite body butters is $20 off thanks to a coupon, which beats out every other retailer right now, including Kiehls' own site.