5 Best New Home Products of 2012

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Vert VRT350 by Omega, Omegajuicers.com, $380 What gets lost in the juicing craze is, well, fiber. This auger-style fruit-and-vegetable pulverizer gives you the option of more pulp, and it won't hog your entire counter. (Photo: Courtesy of Omega)

M18 Fuel 2603-22CT Drill Driver, by Milwaukee, Milwaukeetool.com, $230 Meet the first affordable cordless drill/driver with a brushless motor, which translates to longer battery life, greater torque, and extended durability over conventional motors. (Photo: Courtesy of Milwaukee)

MultiforcePro SS-25 Steam Mop, by Haan, Haanusa.com, $240 Blast germs and crud with 212-degree vapor, aka steam, and you can do without gummy cleaners and chemicals. The scrubbing motion works equally well on grout lines and deck stains, so you can use this cleaner outdoors as well. (Photo: Courtesy of Haan)

Nest Learning Thermostat, by Nest, Nest.com, $250 If you turn the temp up every time you come home, this puck-size Wi-Fi-enabled thermostat will learn those patterns and start to do the work for you. It also senses when you're home or not, and adjusts your heating and cooling accordingly. (Photo: Courtesy of Nest)

Four Seasons Indoor/Outdoor Rugs, by Safavieh, Safavieh.com, From $160 Most outdoor rugs, made of polypropylene, are rough on your bare feet, but this one is made with a plush loop pile that you'll want to sink your toes into—all the better to admire the pleasing patterns. (Photo: Ted Morrison)