
29 Products For Those Rare Deep-Cleaning Sessions
A Swiffer duster with an extended handle — higher than average ceilings were a cool idea in theory, but in reality, they kinda require a lot of upkeep. This handy duster extends up to three feet to trap and lock dust, saving you from constantly using a ladder. How does that dust get up there? Who knows, but this handy tool will help you remove it all!
Or, an extendable fan cleaner specifically designed to get all the dust bunnies up on the blades in one fell swoop. This is so much easier than standing on a chair with paper towels, and it's even great for dusting higher surfaces like air vents or corners of your ceilings.
A sink cleaner and polish, which works on stainless steel, porcelain, cast iron, and pretty much all other types of sinks and will help restore their just-like-new shine. It creates a water-repellent barrier to protect from future damage and prevents coffee stains from ruining your clean sink.
And, a foaming garbage disposal cleaner capable of turning your food graveyard into a lemon-scented haven. I think we all can collectively agree that shoving our hand down the disposal to deep clean is not in our job description. Just place the packet in the disposal, let it soak, and turn on your disposal! Easy peasy lemon squeezy!
The Baseboard Buddy, because the trim around your walls and ceilings are forgotten the majority of the time and they deserve a good thorough clean every now and then. The extendable arm reaches places high and low and is way better than pricey disposable dusters because the pads are reusable!
A bottle of Wet & Forget cleaner destined to turn your shower and tub from grimy and dirty to spiffy and shiny. All you gotta do is spray, let it sit overnight, and rinse! Finally, now you can enjoy your own scrub-a-dub-dub time *without* having to scrub-a-dub-dub the hard-to-reach crevices on your hands and knees.
A jug of CLR (calcium, lime, and rust remover) because hard water is starting to make your shower head and your sink's faucet look a little something like this one below, and you want to fix that ASAP.
A scratch-free scraper for those nooks and crannies that require some extra attention. This is especially great for the areas on your stove that are harboring crusted-on food and oils.
A slim cleaning brush to get in those hard-to-reach places like the window and door tracks. The handle even doubles as a scraper if there's dirt that's really stuck in there. Your plain sponge could never.
Affresh dishwasher tablets since the thing cleaning your dishes should probably...actually...most definitely get cleaned itself every now and then. These little tablets do the hard work for you. All you do is run it on a normal wash cycle, and now you have a nice, fresh dishwasher.
A jetted tub cleaner so you can enjoy that big ol' tub of yours without the creeping thought of, "Has anyone ever cleaned these jets?" The results might make you gag a little, but it's way better than having to get down and dirty in each jet because you just pour this in with a full tub, run the jets, and scrub away all the yuk!
A fume-free oven cleaner meant to tackle the most hard-to-remove buildup from last week's dinner that you just wish cleaned itself up. No more wasting money on weaker cleaning products; this stuff is literally called Easy-Off because it easily gets all the gunk off with a simple spray and swipe. New oven, who dis?
A three-part microfiber wand, which gets rid of the dust on the top AND bottom of not one... but TWO blinds at once. This comes with five microfiber cleaning towels and saves you from using up a whole roll of paper towels just for cleaning the blinds.
A Cerama-Bryte cooktop cleaning kit so when you look at your glass stove top, you can smile at your reflection instead of rolling your eyes at the leftover grease, dried-up pasta water, and other messes that come with cooking at home. It comes with a cleaning solution, cleaning pads, and a scraper tool!
A dryer vent cleaning kit you can attach to your vacuum to suck out all that excess lint that doesn't get collected by the lint trap. (Spoiler: It's a lot more than you think.)
A jar of *THE* Pink Stuff — it'll work wonders to remove dirt, oil, grime, rust, and stains from pretty much any surface. You'll be surprised that the ingredient list doesn't just say "magic" since it brings your things (stoves, pans, sinks, etc.) back to life with little to no elbow grease required.
A set of cleaning brush attachments you can attach to a drill for some serious scrubbin'. If you've ever broken a cleaning brush scrubbing with too much elbow grease, this is the thing for you. Your back will thank you, your bathroom surfaces will sparkle, and you will be so thankful cleaning took half the time it usually does.
A multipurpose, portable steamer so your floors, furniture, windows, ovens, and basically anything you can think of can be brought back to life. This comes with 17 different attachments, making it great for small crevices and larger surface areas. Win-win if you ask me!
An electric vacuum squeegee kit that makes cleaning your windows, countertops, glass doors, and mirrors a breeze. Once you apply the cleaning solution using the spray bottle and cleaning pad, this will vacuum up the excess water and dirt, leaving you with dry and streak-free surfaces.
A mold and mildew remover gel so you can actually enjoy your "me time" in the shower or tub without the scary sight of gross black stuff growin' in your grout. Squeeze this on the affected area, leave it on for 6–8 hours, and wipe away to reveal a clean new surface.
A mattress vacuum with a strong as heck suction to trap all that dust and dirt. I mean, you sleep on your mattress every. single. night. so you should probs make it a habit to deep clean it every once in a while.
A pressure washer so you don't have to be like the Karate Kid with the constant "wax on, wax off" method when tackling your dull patio and not-so-fabulous fence. This handy dandy machine makes your home look brand new, all without making that expensive call to the professionals.
A watermark remover cloth, since you thought that using a coaster was not necessary until you found a visible reminder of your bad decision. Now, any marks left by water, alcohol, or heat will be gone in a snap!
A box of Magic Erasers so you can truly embrace your inner Mr. Clean and tackle all those annoying stains, scuff marks, and messes around the house. Reviewers love how easy these are to use and appreciate how they can get a good clean without having to use harsh chemicals.
A stainless steel polishing spray to remove fingerprints, watermarks, and any other residues that get on your stove, oven, or other stainless steel appliances. And this comes with a microfiber towel for buffing!
The Bissell Little Green, which works ✨wonders✨ on your couches, carpets, and other upholstery items since it literally sucks up dirt, stubborn stains, and any other nasty spills that have worked their way into your life. Forget calling the pros — this little green powerhouse is way more affordable and just as effective.
A pack of washing machine cleaning tablets to fight the grime and buildup that might keep your clean laundry from smelling as fresh as it should. Just pop the tablet into your empty washer and run it through a normal cycle, making sure the machine that cleans your clothes is...well...clean.
An effective grill cleaner because your fave outdoor appliance probably hasn't been cleaned since last summer, and it deserves a lil' refresh now that grilling season is upon us! This will get it back to looking spick and span since it works hard to penetrate through burnt-on grease and food residue.
You, when you see how dirty your mattress was:
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32 Cheap Products That Belong In A Hall Of Fame
A bleach-free Wet & Forget shower cleaner for helping you maintain that squeaky clean shower with next to no effort on your part. This is a great maintenance product and so easy to use: Once a week, simply give your shower a spray, let it sit overnight, rinse, and — BOOM — you're done and didn't even break a sweat. A cruelty-free under-eye brightener to effortlessly conceal dark circles since you haven't gotten enough sleep in *checks watch* about a decade. The color-adapting formula is creamy and lightweight, so you don't have to worry about unwanted creasing and cakiness, either. A wood polish because it conditions and protects wood with a combination of beeswax and orange oil while hiding dings and scratches so you can turn back the clock on worn-out furniture. A cruelty-free Essence Lash Princess mascara if you're tired of getting excited about mascaras that never live up to their promises. This one is different — or at least according to the 31,000+ 5-star ratings. A vacuum-free space-saving compression bag that'll significantly compress your clothes by sucking out all the air — no vacuum required! These are designed for travel, so all you have to do is fill up a bag and roll it out to release air through the built-in valves. A beloved tub of pink cleaning paste so you can perform small cleaning miracles on virtually any surface in your home without endless, abrasive scrubbing. Try it out on those "forever" stains you've yet to find a solution for. A nonstick microwave pasta cooker for the need-it-now noodle lover. This easy-to-use container cooks and drains so you get perfect al dente pasta every time without waiting for the water to boil or getting several dishes involved. A pack of ceiling fan carbon filters to trap dust, pollen, dander, and other allergens with adhesive pads that stick right to the top of each fan blade. Now, you can breathe easy knowing there's an in-home filtration system working silently behind the scenes for you. A set of instant cocktail packets because it's all the delicious flavors of your favorite craft bevvies without the time and energy spent shopping for obscure ingredients and mixing up your brew. Now, you can lean into the lazy at home or pack these as a convenient on-the-go option for a beach or camping trip. A dual-layered fine-bristled toothbrush if you're tired of being reprimanded by your dentist for subpar flossing. This brush's extra-fine bristles are ideal for clearing out tough-to-reach crevices and deep grooves while being extra gentle on sensitive gums and teeth. A pack of no-frills, high-waisted underwear that's got the full coverage you want combined with the 95% cotton and 5% spandex blend you need to stay aired out, comfy, and dry all day long. An easy-to-use collagen-coating hair mask so it looks like your hair hasn't undergone years of abuse at the hands of bleach and blow-dryers without the pricey salon trip. A pair of "floating" air conduction headphones for everyone who would hands-down pick headphones if they could — but who's got the bag space for that?! This is all the compact convenience of AirPods in a less invasive style that perches comfortably on your ear without sacrificing privacy or audio and call quality. A pack of biodegradable foaming drain-cleaning pouches to effortlessly take care of all the out-of-sight grime clogging (and stinking) up your garbage disposal. E.l.f.'s new sheer tint "Squeeze Me" lip balm infused with moisturizing hyaluronic acid because a little birdie told me it's a mega-affordable alternative for the viral Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm. No pouting over prices with this pocket-size formula! A patented pet hair remover if Fido's shedding is taking over your home and you're tired of constantly lugging out the vacuum. This roller uses bristles, not sticky tape, to catch lint meaning you can clean and reuse it over and over and over again. A set of self-heating foot masks that'll help bring some relief after a long shift or a night out with your deadliest shoes. Just pop on the included booties and enjoy the tingly sensation of Epsom salts, lavender, and peppermint. An all-in-one universal wall adapter so you don't show up in a new country with no way to charge your phone — no matter where you go — since several chargers for that multi-country expedition is valuable space we can't afford to lose. A box of waterproof medicated pads you apply like bandages for finally forcing out the wart living rent-free under your skin. A pair of lightweight tapered joggers to finally give all your inferior (aka sagging, stiff, and scratchy) lounge pants a chance to retire. This supremely soft style strikes a fine line between jogger and legging, making it perfect for just about everything from exercising and errands to enjoying a glass of wine on the couch. Some anti-pickpocketing clips because it's a small thing you can do to give yourself more peace of mind when traveling or navigating large crowds. This simple clip attaches to two zippers, so any unwanted intruders can't quickly unzip your bag and run off. A genius WD-40 pen that packs all the squeak-quieting, lubricating powers of the tried-and-true formula into a precision-tip pen that's easy to use and even easier to keep on hand for quick fixes, so you don't let that squeaky door live on for far too long. A fast-acting plug-in fly trap so you can lure pests in to meet their sticky demise without being forced to witness a gross bug graveyard like other, less discreet traps. A pet mess spray for eliminating new and old stains (and stank) on virtually any surface with just a quick spritz and a rinse, so you can forget that it ever happened. A steel wall-mounted sports rack if you're so done with staring at the cluttered corner of fitness gear and constantly tripping over your yoga mat. A rechargeable 3-in-1 hand fan to beat the heat no matter where it strikes. It's the perfect size to keep stashed in a bag *and* it doubles as a power bank for on-the-go charging. Did I mention the built-in flashlight? Just in case it wasn't already multifunctional enough for ya! A set of DEET-free mosquito-repelling bracelets if you want to free yourself from the fog of stinky sprays and the itchy torture of blood-sucker bites with the power of essential oils like citronella. A versatile chop, slice, and dice unit that'll drastically *cut* down on food prep and cleanup time with interchangeable blades that can each be popped into the dishwasher. A travel-sized wrinkle release spray so it's easy to revive crumpled, fresh-out-of-the-suitcase clothing even when you don't have easy access to an iron or don't want to waste space packing a steamer. Death Wish instant coffee packets to challenge everything you thought you knew about instant coffee with a high-end, artisanal taste and a whopping 300mg of caffeine per cup! Some breathable bamboo bedsheets that are luxuriously soft, cool to the touch, and wick away moisture for hot sleepers who are tired of tossing and turning. A Baseboard Buddy with an extendable handle to save your knees, back, and shoulders from the pain of crouched-over cleaning. This utilizes a contoured head that conforms to the shape of baseboards and door moldings with reusable cleaning pads that trap and lock dirt with a simple swipe.


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27 Places In Your Home That You Should Probably Clean
THE PLACE: Doors! THE PRODUCT: A pack of melamine sponges that can rid years' worth of handprints from the surface area around door knobs. All it takes is some warm water and a few seconds of scrubbing. *And* a pack of 20 sponges costs less than $15. THE PLACE: Your washing machine because the place doling out "clean" laundry should, well, probably be clean itself. THE PRODUCT: A pack of washing machine cleaning tablets that remove built-up detergent scum and various gunk to keep your expensive washing machine in tip-top shape. Add a tablet, run a normal wash cycle, and your work here is done. THE PLACE: Dryer vents because clogged vents = longer drying times = higher utility bills = less money in your bank account. THE PRODUCT: A dryer vent cleaning system if you've noticed clothes requiring an extra dry cycle. Accumulated lint might be the reason, and this removes that build-up in ducts up to 12 feet long. Promising review: "This thing worked AMAZING. I got a TON of lint out of my vent piping, my dryer works better now and runs cooler, and drying time has been reduced. I was amazed at how much lint build-up there was!" —Allen L GroomsGet it from Amazon for $29.99. THE PLACE: Your baseboards. I can envision it already: decades-old dust. THE PRODUCT: A Baseboard Buddy that easily remove dust and debris from crevices. The kit includes one Baseboard Buddy and three reusable pads that can be used wet or dry. Plus, the pads are microfiber and will trap and lock dirt. THE PLACE: Ovens coated with years-long grime build-up. THE PRODUCT: A tub of The Pink Stuff, an all-purpose paste capable of tackling your most pesky cleaning problems. Caked-on grease clinging to your oven will all but vanish, with no elbow grease required (an ideal cleaning situation). PLACE: Range hood filters. If they're coated in grime, they're not able to properly do their job. THE PRODUCT: A multi-purpose OxiClean powder for getting grease off of range hood filters. It's even got the bandwidth to revitalize brickwork, bid adieu to makeup and oil stains on your favorite dress, or lift red wine stains from your living room accent chair. Promising review: "I use very hot water, add this stuff, and put the range hood filter in it. After about 30 minutes, there's already a lot of grease and dirt floating in the water by itself. If you shake it vigorously, even more grease comes off! The effect is really noticeable! I'm so excited; I can finally have a clean kitchen! And this isn't just for cleaning the kitchen; it can also wash clothes. It feels like it can do everything!!" —NamelessGet it from Amazon for $14.23 (available in two styles). PLACE: Your walls, currently coated in years worth of scuff marks and dirt. THE PRODUCT: A long-handle wall cleaner with four extension poles so you can deep clean hard-to-reach areas and eradicate scuff marks and kid's sticky fingerprints. This kit comes with a ceiling cleaner, baseboard duster, dry duster, and wet cleaning mop. Promising review: "Do you envy your friends and the fact that their walls are always spotless? Do your kids use the walls as their personal napkins or jungle gym? Are you tired of spending hours a day cleaning? Fret no more - this really does the trick! Seriously though, I was tired of seeing spots and stains on our walls. I even changed our builder-grade flat paint to a nice eggshell grayish that everyone seems to love. But we still had issues with scuffs and marks. This 'wall mop' has been a life and time saver!!" —Savannah WilsonGet it from Amazon for $39.97. THE PLACE: That trusty memory foam mattress you splurged on three years ago. The one your body rests on for a minimum of seven hours a night. THE PRODUCT: A mattress vacuum equipped with a UV light to obliterate scary bacteria *and* a suction cup design that traps dust and mites. And if you think this is wildly unnecessary and ridiculous, I dare you to take a long hard look at your bare mattress. Go ahead. Tell me you don't want to sneeze just looking at it. Promising review: "So I brought this originally for my son, who gets really bad allergies to dust. At first, we didn't know what was causing this until someone told me to check our beds and furniture. Even though we change our bedsheets regularly, there will be dust left over. So I decided to give this a try and they were right! I couldn't believe how many mites and how much dust there was. I took my time cleaning everyone's bed and our sofa, which was easy to use and light. My son hasn't had a reaction in a while, which means this product works for my family!" —LisaGet it from Amazon for $79.99+ (available in two colors). THE PLACE: Cat trees and dog beds covered in copious amounts of fur that no amount of vacuuming can solve. THE PRODUCT: A lint roller for a grossly satisfying gadget that's capable of picking up every speck of gunk plastered onto your furniture. This is excellent for collecting dog hair from both human furniture or pet beds *and* revitalizing cat trees to look good as new. Promising review: "I'm a fur-mom of five cats and two dogs, so I know all about animal hair on everything. And I was very skeptical about this purchase, but I figured why not? Nothing else is working very well. Holy moly. I have a well-loved old cat tree that I've tried vacuuming and lint rollers, and had finally resolved myself to it being cat hair carpet. This sucker grabs hair so good that my cat trees almost look newish!" —spztckttnGet it from Amazon for $23.98. THE PLACE: Windowsill and sliding door bases. Ew. THE PRODUCT: A cleaning brush kit to draw out the dust hidden in plain under your nose. Literally. A few passes with these compact, handheld brushes and woosh! Perhaps now you won't be inhaling allergy mites with every breath you take. This five-piece kit comes with a track cleaning brush, a tile lines brush, a window blind duster, a 2-in-1 windowsill sweeper, and a hand-held groove gap brush. Promising review: "We just moved and the previous owners of our new house left us a wonderful amount of dust and dirt to clean. I was originally looking for just a vent cleaner and stumbled upon these multi-kits. The price point is amazing, and it really does seem like a do-it-all all kit." —Ty Loli Get it from Amazon for $13.99. THE PLACE: Glass light fixtures that are supposed to brighten up your home. Supposed to. THE PRODUCT: A pack of microfiber cloths for a lint- and streak-free finish on glassware, windows, and yes, that includes light fixtures that have been permanently covered in a layer of dulling grime. The best part is you don't even need a cleaning solution! A bit of water combined with one of these cloths is all you'll need. Promising review: "If you have any glass light fixtures in your home you absolutely need this product. I don't think the fixture was this clear even when I bought it, and the best part is it's just using water and the two rags." —Lisa Collins Get a pack of eight from Amazon for $18.98. THE PLACE: Inside your dryer lint trap. Immediately. THE PRODUCT: A vacuum hose attachment in which multiple reviewers (multiple!) swear they pulled out whole socks from their lint traps. Clogged vents = longer drying times = higher utility bills = less money in your bank account to put toward, say, more Seamless takeout. Promising review: "This thing is seriously amazing. I figured out how to use it very quickly and it worked like a charm. I had a sock stuck wayy down in my vent and would've had no idea! I still can't believe how much lent and dust came out of my dryer. My husband is already talking about other uses for this unique tool, like getting into tight spaces in our cars." —J. JohnsonGet it from Amazon for $16.99 (available in five colors). THE PLACE: Sink faucets and showerheads that are covered in actual grime. THE PRODUCT: A jug of CLR (calcium, lime, and rust remover) to finally rid sink faucets and showerheads of dreadful hard water build-up. TL;DR: Photos are worth a thousand words so I suggest taking a gander at the below. Promising review: "The photo says it all. I have tried so many things to get the hard water build-up off of this faucet and nothing works. It's hard as a rock! I left it soaking for about an hour in a non-diluted mix and was able to scrub it all off easily. So happy and going to use this for other hard water issues in our house." —Mar Get it from Amazon for $11.99. THE PLACE: The appliance responsible for deep cleaning the cutlery you put in your mouth every day — the dishwasher. THE PRODUCT: Affresh cleaning tablets because how can you get clean, glistening dishes if the dishwasher itself is *gag* covered in grime? Answer: You can't. These babies are here to help. Simply pop one in, put on the rinse cycle, and continue watching your show. Easy peasy. Promising review: "I had tried lots of white vinegar for two cycles in my 20-year-old dishwasher for the cloudy and powdery dinginess it had started doing, and it only helped about 30%. We have very hard water. This zapped the buildup, and the glass is clear again, and colored plastics no longer have the powdery-like coating. So glad I took a chance on this!" —J. HoldenGet a pack of six from Amazon for $8.99+ (also available in a pack of two). THE PLACE: Car vents and keyboards, both of which have an alarming amount of debris trapped inside. THE PRODUCT: A jar of TICARVE Dust Cleaning Gel for trapping said goo hunk, dust mites, and dirt with relish. And in moments. I don't know who needs to hear this Dorito trapped between the J and K key? You might want to get rid of it. Promising review: "When I first saw this product, I thought, 'No way is that really going to work,' but for the price, it was worth a try. I got it within two days of purchasing it — and it truly works. I immediately used it on my laptop keyboard and my PC keyboard. It really did pull all of the dust and whatnot out from in between the keys. It feels damp to your skin and doesn't really leave a residue, the smell is not harsh and is really barely there (not like an antiseptic or harsh chemical at all). I really like it." —BRickardGet it from Amazon for $9.99. THE PLACE: The Keurig that's been pumping out your morning caffeine for the better part of three years. THE PRODUCT: Cleaning cups that'll deep clean said coffee machine (#poetry) within minutes. Simply pop this biodegradable cleaner in as you would a cup of caffeine and proceed to marvel at the gunk that's made its way into your daily cup of joe. Promising review: "We've had our Keurig for a few years, and with the exception of using only filtered water and dispensing hot water every so often, we've never cleaned the needle or K-Cup area. I used three cleaning cups back to back, and WOW, our machine was dirty! I'm so happy I purchased these! I'll be keeping up on cleaning these more often." —Heather GarciaGet a six-pack from Amazon for $9.95. THE PLACE: Garbage. Disposal. Ohmygod. THE PRODUCT: A Glisten foaming cleaner to neutralize the funky odors coming from said garbage disposal (*yuck*). This lemon-scented stuff requires absolutely no effort and two simple steps: turn on hot water, add the cleanser. Promising review: "I went on a trip, and when I came back, there was this foul odor coming from my garbage disposal (even though we didn't leave any dishes on the sink), and I tried every home remedy I could think of to get rid of the smell, but nothing did. So I turned to the internet, and immediately, these seemed like the best choice for an okay price. I followed the instructions carefully, and within a minute, I saw the foam rise up and then go back down — awful smell FINALLY GONE!" —A.L. Get it from Amazon for $5.29+ (available in two sizes). THE PLACE: Air conditioners, fans, and window blinds... you get the idea. THE PRODUCT: An adjustable duster brush because the amount of dust that can accumulate in narrow vents is *cough* genuinely disgusting. And don't worry, cleaning said crevices requires but a few minutes of your time and just a flick or two of the wrist. This handy dandy tool comes with five microfiber cloths, meaning you'll be able to clean your whole darn house in one review: "This product is AMAZING! You can clean both sides of two blinds at once and grip them firmly to get ALL of the dust off. Plus, it comes with five covers so that no matter how dirty your blinds are, you'll be able to finish dusting your whole house! I also love that you can wash the covers and don't have to waste money on refills." —SarahGet it from Amazon for $10. THE PLACE: The silicone sealants in your bathroom. THE PRODUCT: A stain cleaner that clings to silicone sealants (so the thin area around your shower head, in between your tiles, etc.) and effectively banishes mold and mildew to the pits of heck forever, which is where they rightfully belong. Someone contact Dante and let him know we've got another inferno contender. Promising review: "You guys. I'm embarrassed to even show you this. The grout around our tub was DISGUSTING. It was never caulked right and it got gross very quickly. I would scrub. The cleaning lady would scrub. It would get worse. Well, I came across this in a BuzzFeed list, and this stuff made me curious. I don't know why it doesn't have 10,000 good reviews. Seriously. All I did was squeeze it on and walk away. I let it sit overnight. Check this out. Buy it. Like today." —KarynBGet it from Amazon for $14.99. THE PLACE: The fancy water bottle you use every day and have decorated with stickers but have cleaned, oh, maybe once. Or any other long chambers with hard-to-reach bottoms... think vases. THE PRODUCT: Bottle-cleaning tablets that quickly remove all that funky, gross, probably-starting-to-smell build-up in hard-to-reach areas. These are biodegradable, chlorine-free, and require absolutely no effort or scrubbing. The results are so. damn. satisfying. to look at. Promising review: "I seriously can't believe how well these little tablets work. I had the most disgusting Hydro Flask coffee mug — I tried everything. A bottle brush, different kinds of soap, vinegar, EVERYTHING, and there was still a seemingly impenetrable layer of black sludge inside. I let a tablet sit in each of my mugs for an hour or two, and the black sludge rinsed out COMPLETELY without even scrubbing. They look brand new. What a magical product. No weird smell or taste afterward, either. I liked it so much that I used it on another Hydro Flask I use primarily to hold my Bloody Mary mix in the fridge. I couldn't put anything else in it because it would always taste like spicy tomato juice. Bottle Bright to the rescue! No residual smell or taste anymore. AMAZING AMAZING AMAZING." —Amazon CustomerGet a pack of 12 tablets from Amazon for $7.99. THE PLACE: If you are so lucky, the jets in your hot tub. THE PRODUCT: An Oh Yuk cleaner with results so fantastic, they'll both satisfy and concern you: This lures out all the hidden grime lurking in your tub, aka the kind that was absolutely present when you took that last "relaxing" bath. Run your bath, add this jet cleaner, have allllllll the grime come out of said jets, and then wipe down your tub. BOOM! You're review: "OK, so I love to clean, and I run bleach through the jets prob twice a month on top of my daily weekly cleaning. And I was skeptical about how this product could get any cleaner than I thought it was. Well, I am here to tell you this pic is after the second cleaning with this cleaner!!!! I am a believer and would highly recommend this product to anyone with a jetted tub!!" —Momof2greatboysGet it from Amazon for $17.84. THE PLACE: The back of your beloved cookware. THE PRODUCT: A non-abrasive Bar Keepers Friend cleansing and polishing powder that will destroy years of icky build-up on all of your porcelain, copper, glass, tile, stainless steel, plastic, and brass. Time to grab your cookware set, folks, because the after photos are about to get good. Promising review: "We've all seen products that claim to be the 'best' at whatever they are intended for. All too often, we are sadly disappointed by a product that falls far short of these audacious claims. Bar Keepers Friend is not one of these products. While I'm no barkeep, I can honestly state that I am impressed with the cleaning power of this product. I've used it on my glass-top stove, on metal pots and pans, and even some of those heavily stained aluminum baking pans that tend to turn brownish after use. This product cleaned them with very little effort on my part. I tend to sprinkle just a little on whatever I am going to clean, and then, using a clean paper towel or other nonabrasive cloth with a bit of moisture, I then wipe the area until the stains lift up and out. A few extra passes to remove any remaining cleaning powder/product and I'm off to other chores. I seldom have to use this, but when I do, it is quick and efficient." —Steven M. Get a pack of two from Amazon for $13.50. THE PLACE: The grout between kitchen and bathroom floor tiles. Surprise — it's not supposed to be that shade of dark grey. THE PRODCT: A water-based tile pen that'll transform the chore of grout cleaning into a fun activity reminiscent of filling in the pages of an adult coloring book. Consider mold banished after a few swipes of this nontoxic formula, which releases anti-bacterial agents with each pass. Promising review: "These things are awesome! I cleaned my bathroom tile grout first because the lady who lived there before me really let it go. A few places stayed stained, and I was worried it wouldn't cover them, but all grout areas are bright white and look new after using this." —Donna K Cook Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in a wide or narrow tip). THE PLACE: Cutting boards and butcher blocks. THE PRODUCT: An food grade mineral oil to help restore and protect wood and bamboo surfaces. Simply add a few drops of this odorless oil to protect surfaces from drying, cracking, or smelling. This oil is also great for butcher blocks, countertops, knives, and more! Promising review: "My husband is a professional sous chef and he was absolutely AMAZED with the end result. As many may be able to imagine, our cutting boards are used heavily and frequently. One treatment and the wood grain popped and, aside from visible blade strikes from years of use, our cutting block roared back to a deep and rich-looking wood." —Vanessa GrazianoGet it from Amazon for $11.29. THE PLACE: Bathroom sinks and shower drains, especially if water isn't going down as quickly as it should. THE PRODUCT: A FlexiSnake Drain Weasel not meant for the faint of heart. Use this to easily de-clog every drain in your home, but prepare for the horror you'll experience as you dig up about one million pounds of hair and built-up gunk. This FlexiSnake is great for sinks and showers in which the water takes forever to go down, plus it's reusable — just clean with hot water and soap after each use. Promising review: "My shower drain had been clogged and so before I called a plumber, I decided to give this baby a try. All I can say is that I wish I had stock in this company. This is a fantastic item that every single person who owns or rents a home should have. It was EASY to assemble the gadget. It was EASY TO USE. And best of all-it pulled out so much hair that it looked like a giant rat. I could not believe how QUICKLY I was able to do the job, and I can't tell you the deep satisfaction it gave me to know that all that crap was out of my drain. I'm telling you, it is worth every penny!" —1CreeksidegalGet it from Amazon for $19.99. THE PLACE: Screens! Cellphones, laptops, tablets. THE PRODUCT: A liquid-free, reusable rolling screen cleaner so you can see what your phone, laptop, and tablet looked like pre- permanent fingertips. A few quick swipes = no more smudges staring back at you whilst you respond to emails. Promising review: "This little device removes the oil from your screen. Often, when you are 'cleaning' your screen by wiping it with a cloth, you are simply pushing around the oil into a thin enough layer to see-through without noticing it as much. This device actually lifts the oil and removes it. My screen feels like new, which is great because I am picky about my devices. Also, this is much better than cleaning the screen with some kind of wipe since repeated cleaning with most wipes will damage the screen over time. Unbeknownst to me, my wife was cleaning her screen daily and now her screen collects oils far too quickly because she wore off the protective layer. With this product, you don't need to worry about that. Clean it as often as you want/need, and you can continue to enjoy that pristine screen without fear of wearing the oleophobic layer off prematurely. I would highly recommend this to others." —AlexGet it from Amazon for $24.95+ (available in three sizes). THE PLACE: Your microwave, babe. THE PRODUCT: A steam cleaner to finally (and I mean finally) rid your microwave of the caked-on dinner that's been there since about, oh, last year. Simply fill this handy device with vinegar, let 'er run for five to seven minutes, wipe, and done. Promising review: "This thing works great. Ideal for the lazy housekeeper that I am." —elcolsonGet it from Amazon for $8.99.


Buzz Feed
16-07-2025
- Buzz Feed
These 27 Products May Not Make You *Love* Cleaning, But They'll Make You Loathe It Less
Bioclean, a hard water stain remover for everyone who is just tired of trying to clean those cloudy glass shower doors, spot-covered fixtures, tile and grout, and more. It even works on pools! If you're not convinced, just hear from one reviewer: "Step one: Look at the pictures. Step two: Buy a lifetime supply immediately." A pack of duster sponges that make dusting almost effortless (and are an alternative to the more expensive and always sold-out Scrub Daddy Damp Duster seems to be constantly sold out, and these are totally similar, for less! Just dampen, and wipe whatever surface needs dusting — all the dust (and even pet hair!) will accumulate on the ridged surface. Just rinse clean and you're done! A TikTok-approved, compact Levoit air purifier with a true HEPA filter because dust, pollen, and pet dander can get you DOWN (and sneezy) — and make it look like you haven't cleaned in ages, when you totally dusted yesterday. This'll suck so much out of the air, you just might find yourself dusting less often! And it can help your home smell fresher, too. A sink cleaner and polish formulated to use on stainless steel AND porcelain sinks (plus cast iron, corian, acrylic, and more) to restore that just-like-new shine *and* protect against further damage. It creates a water-repellant barrier, so instead of your morning coffee, lunchtime soup, and evening pasta sauce just sitting in the bottom of the sink, it'll actually rinse clean with ease. A fume-free oven cleaner you can spray on, leave for a minute, and then wipe away for an oven so clean, you'll think it was swapped out for a new model overnight. Time to reward yourself after all this cleaning with a cake. A Clorox toilet wand with disposable scrubby heads *preloaded* with cleaner so you can clean the whole bowl with one hand — and *one* product. A vacuum cleaner designed just for your car, because your ride deserves to be as crumb-free as your home. This lil' guy plugs into your 12V outlets and sucks up all of the dirt, dead leaf particles, McDonalds french fry salt, and all the other detritus accumulating on the floors and seats — it has three attachments for detailing in alllll the nooks and crannies. Dawn Powerwash, a borderline magical spray-on dish soap that BLASTS through tough grease and baked-on messes with ease. But it's not just for dishes — if you have a greasy range hood or backsplash, or you want to deep clean your cooktop or grill, this is *perfect* for that too, cutting through the toughest messes! The TikTok-famous Bissell Little Green carpet and upholstery cleaner that sprays on water and stain-fighting cleaner, then sucks it away to blast away years' of mess — on carpet *and* furniture. Reviewers love it for banishing pet stains, spills, and more — without having to waste a lot of their valuable storage space. The Chom Chom, because it's every pet-owning neat freak's dream that shedding exist. And this genius roller is the closest we can possibly get to that dream. It has a patented brush design (and *no* adhesive strips) to rid your lovely black sofa of all your furry friend's shedding in just a quick roll! A Furemover rubber broom made of ~electrostatic~ rubber that's designed to attract and trap dust and hair. Despite the name, it isn't just for those with shedding pets (although it's great for that) — as one of my BuzzFeed shopping colleagues knows firsthand, it's also great at getting *human* hair out of carpet in just a few quick sweeps (once you realize how much hair is trapped never be able to un-know it). You'll be surprised how much more vibrant and clean-looking your carpets and rugs will be! The Pink Stuff, a TikTok- (and reviewer-) beloved cleaning product that miracles! Name your mess, and this mildly abrasive paste will take care of business — including but not limited to bathroom tiles, sinks, stove tops, painted walls, grills, and outdoor furniture. A 🙌 no-scrub, no-wipe 🙌 Wet & Forget cleaner if you love having a clean don't actually enjoy the cleaning process itself. Now you can keep your shower clean and mildew-free by spraying just *once a week*, waiting 8-12 hours, and then rinsing to reveal a cleaner shower over time. And it's bleach-free, so no harsh smells! The Baseboard Buddy, an As-Seen-On-TV gadget that'll come through for you if you're TIRED of all the dust that accumulates on your trim and baseboard every. single. day. This guy is lightweight and has an extendable telescoping handle and 360° swivel so you can wipe surfaces clean with the contoured microfiber head *without* having to bend over or get down on your hands and knees, so you can get your heavy-duty cleaning done AND make regular dusting touchups easier too. A plant-based stainless steel cleaner to remove streaks, marks, residue, and fingerprints from all of your appliances with *one* wipe of the included microfiber cloth. And it helps keep fingerprints and smudges away — reviewers say the shine lasts for days! A Cerama-Bryte cooktop cleaning kit, which includes cooktop cleaning solution, a scrubbing pad, and a scraper so you can absolutely remove every bit of baked- and caked-on food from any smooth range — no matter how long it's been there and what other cleaning products and DIY solutions you've tried in the past. A Bissell CleanView bagless vacuum designed with a specialized brush roll for picking up embedded pet (and human) hair, powerful suction on carpet and hard floors, and an easy-empty tank so you don't have to (gag) touch all of that icky stuff. Or a basic Roomba robot vacuum (with 18x more suction and 33% more battery life than previous models!) that'll do the work *for* you, navigating around your home, picking up crumbs, pet hair, dust, and anything else that keeps your house from feeling clean on a regular basis so you can sit back and relax but still enjoy all the thrill of a clean home. It even works with Alexa and Google Assistant so you can control it with your voice! An automatic makeup brush cleaner with a textured silicone bowl to really get those foundation- and eyeshadow-caked brushes cleaner than ever — without a lot of elbow grease on your part. Just squirt in some makeup brush shampoo (I recommend the EcoTools one!) and water, plug 'er in, press the button, and away the bowl spins, scrubbing your brushes clean while you simply hold them in place! A three-part microfiber wand so you can dust your blinds, air-conditioner vent, and any of those other narrow, hard-to-reach areas quicker and easier than ever before. When you're done, just take the covers off and pop 'em right in the washing machine! A set of three scrubbing attachments for serious cleaning jobs on your to-do list — you can simply add an attachment to any power drill to make cleaning your tub, floor, appliances, or even the wheels of your car ridiculously fast and easy. A mold & mildew removing gel, because you don't need to get your whole shower redone once this is in your life. Just squeeze out and let this non-drip gel work its magic overnight — NO s c r u b b i n g. A deep-cleaning brush duo with a powerful scrubbing head for banishing grout discoloration with ease and a wiping blade to reach the crevices, crannies, and nooks that never get haven't at least since your last deep clean. A Iron Out rust stain remover you can use on interior *and* exterior stains from the bathroom to the concrete walkways outside, so you can make over your indoor and outdoor space. The formula clings to the stain — you don't even need to scrub! Microfiber cleaning cloths that'll become your best friends when it comes to *streak-free* cleaning — use them on your car, stainless steel, countertops, wood furniture, floors (reusable Swiffer sweepers, anyone?), metal fixtures, and wayyy more. You'll get a better clean and waste fewer paper towels and disposable wipes — you can put that extra money towards exciting plans. A Hoover PowerDash carpet-cleaning machine designed with pets in mind (but great for any household messes) that'll save you so much money on cleaning services in the long run. It can pick up deep-set stains, uses heat to ensure your carpets actually *dry* quickly, and is surprisingly compact and lightweight too! And a carpet cleaning and deodorizing solution you can use with a steam cleaner for a ridiculous level of deep clean. Not only does it knock out stains, but it's also biodegradable and nontoxic (and scented with essential oils). Puracy's all-in-one cleaning concentrate you can dilute and use on just about everything — floors, countertops, dishes, windows, laundry, and more — so you don't have to keep swapping out bottles in your linen closet.