27 Products If Your Home Needs A Deep Clean
A Baseboard Buddy that easily removes 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.
A no-scrub Wet & Forget cleaner to make "cleaning" as easy as one, two, spritz. This no-rinse product should be used weekly to keep your shower free of mildew, which basically means it will take all of two seconds to feel like you've deep-cleaned the place in which you bathe.
Promising review: "This stuff is excellent. It performs as promised, it has a very nice scent, no fumes, and leaves shower clean with no scrubbing actually necessary. It is very easy to apply and rinse off. It is designed very well, with squirting spout separate from the large container and attached by a longish tube, so you don't have to hold the heavy container while applying the product. I've been using it for quite a while now, and I love it. I highly recommend it." —Stephanie MartinGet it from Amazon for $18.81+ (available in two sizes, two scents, and a two-pack).
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 buildup 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.
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 all...and 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 $8.99.
A pumice cleaning stone capable of removing calcium, lime, and hard water stains from your toilet bowl. The stone itself is also surprisingly gentle and won't scratch the surface of your porcelain throne.
Promising review: "I have a 19-year-old master bathroom toilet that had accumulated some nasty stains over time, and regular toilet brushes and cleaning products just would not remove them. I decided to try this pumice stone, and it worked like a charm! Given the nature and severity of the stains, it required some elbow grease. But 10 minutes later, I have a new-looking bowl, and I see no signs of scratching." —Happy RetireeGet it from Amazon for $14.99.
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 $14.98.
A stainless-steel cleaner that will rid your large appliances (I'm looking at you, refrigerator) of all unsightly fingerprints and smudges. This blend of plant-based ingredients will even prevent future smudges from forming, and (HALLELUJAH) doesn't leave any streaks behind.
Psst, this stainless-steel cleaning spray also comes with a handy dandy microfiber cloth. Promising review: "My appliances have never looked better. I was so frustrated trying to get my stainless steel refrigerator clean without streaks. This is the best thing I have found, easy to use and no streaks! So glad I took a chance." —Nancy a Williams Get it from Amazon for $19.95.
A lint roller that's especially excellent for collecting dog hair from both human furniture and 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 $24.99 (available in three colors).
A garbage disposal brush so you can deep clean *without* having to embrace the grossness that is plate dirt and smelly leftovers. So long, forever, nasty odors building up in my kitchen sink.
Promising review: "Do you ever remove the rubber cap between your sink and disposal? It is beyond gross! This is shaped just right and makes quick work of a yucky job. Good to do to keep odors away." —Mom328LSAGet it from Amazon for $10.06.
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.
A long-handle wall cleaner with four extension poles so you can deep clean hard-to-reach areas and eradicate scuff marks and kids' 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.
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).
A cleaning brush kit to draw out the dust hidden in plain sight... right 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 $7.99.
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 $17.98.
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 $9.95+ (available in five colors).
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 a five-pack from Amazon for $19.99 (also available in a 10-pack).
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.
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).
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 $44.99.
A wood polish lauded by one reviewer as the ~best money they've ever spent~. Trying your hand at furniture restoration has never been so easy: just a few drops of this formula is powerful enough to cover even the most unsightly scratches.
Promising review: "I've been using this since the 80s. My mom made us spring clean every spring break. We had to go over all the doors, all the woodwork, all the furniture, banisters and cabinets. We also had to clean every wall, every cabinet out, every closet out and every drawer out lol. It was hell, let me tell you, but boy, do I know how to clean now! I now use this in my house and love it. It covers scratches and knicks and makes everything look new and shiny." —LBGet it from Amazon for $5.97.
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 $3.78+ (also available in packs of two and four).
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 sweep.Promising 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 $6.99.
A stain cleaner that clings to silicone sealants (so the thin area around your showerhead, 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.
An Oh Yuk cleaner that 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 done.Promising 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 $18.74+ (available in two sizes and a two-pack).
Cleaning cups that'll deep clean your 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 (also available in a 12-pack).
A Scrubbing Bubbles toilet stamp to release a foaming gel with every flush, ~relieving~ you of the arduous task of scrubbing your porcelain throne once a week. This does alllllll the hard work on your behalf.
Promising review: "I was sooo skeptical and was confused about how they'd work but the gel solidifies and with every flush, suds wash through with the water and it really makes a fresh difference. Also the scent is light but really nice and fresh! I recommend these 100%! They're super interesting but they do the job." —JanetGet a dispenser and six stamps from Amazon for $4.47.
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Some are not smelly in a good way, some are stinky like the taco one. It actually smells like onions. Most of them are delicious-smelling." —S N TGet it from Amazon for $6.49+ (available in five different pack sizes). A classroom rug that pulls double duty: a nice place to direct students where to sit AND teach them numbers, letters, animals, shapes, colors, the list goes on. Promising review: "Love the brightness of the colors. My preschool students enjoy pointing out the letters, shapes, colors, and numbers on the rug." —ShawnaGet a 6'6"x4'9" rug from Amazon for $59.99. A Pretend and Play calculator cash register because you are never too young to learn financial literacy. Or they're obsessed watching the register at the grocery store. Promising review: "I'm a teacher at a preschool, and I bought this toy cash register for the children in my classroom. First, it came with play money, which is great, but that quickly got ripped, which is fine because the children enjoyed making their own play money. I love that it has sounds and is easy for the children to use. It also incorporates a little math, which is nice. Overall, a great buy!" —SarahGet it from Amazon for $34.97. A self-inking stamp for adding a little pizzazz to your grading and feedback on homework, tests, papers, and more. You'll save some time and your students will be saved some effort to decipher your quick handwriting. Promising review: "My students loved it when I stamped their papers. I teach high school juniors and older adults, and they will compare what stamps they get." —teachhistoryGet an eight-pack from Amazon for $12.85 (available in two designs). A book to set a welcoming tone in your classroom. Teacher reviewers love how this reinforces being kind and respectful to each other, and it comes with activities for the whole group. Promising review: "This book is such a great read for the beginning of the year. It touches on all of the things we want to establish at the beginning of the year: respect, differences, and kindness. There are so many fun activities to do out there that go along with it, too. My class loved it, and it is now a permanent read-aloud for my classroom year-to-year." —Stacey LagroneGet it from Amazon for $12.99. A set of drawing pads so your students can draw over and over and over again without wearing out your printer. Plus, they are waterproof and sturdy enough to withstand a drop or two (a day). Promising review: "I use these in the classroom. Students are excited to use them, and they are very durable. You can freeze the screen so it doesn't erase, but you can't erase mistakes, only the whole screen. Highly recommend. Bought for gifts too, as add-ons to presents. These are so inexpensive and worth it!" —IvyGet it from Amazon for $9.88+ (available in three pack sizes). A magnetic timer because some students need a visual cue for how long they have to complete a task. This can stick to a whiteboard, and is large enough for even those in the back to see. Promising review: "I bought this for my classroom, and it is SO helpful for my students AND me! We try to 'beat the clock' when we have our phonics UFLI lessons (supposed to be 30 minutes on the dot), and it helps them SEE how much time is left since it's not digital. I'm so glad I bought this. It truly is a game changer. Also, I love how it is magnetic. The magnet is so strong that it is literally almost kinda hard to pull it off my whiteboard (which means there's no chance it can get knocked off). Fully recommend." —LynleyGet it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in 10 colors). A set of fidget toys that are must-haves for some students to be able to focus. Teachers love that these are easy to clean, and students can pick from a few different textures. Promising review: "Soft and flexible. Easy to carry in a pocket or toss into a fidget bucket. My students love them; however, I have a few teachers who grabbed one, too. Also super easy to clean, leave out overnight, and ready to go the next day." —Kirsten SGet a six-pack from Amazon for $9.99. A pack of scented markers because you want your students to experience the ~magic~ of coloring in something orange and it actually *smells* like an orange. Promising review: "Mr. Sketch markers are an extremely fun addition to your classroom. My students love getting a star or smiley face on their paper(s) with these, so they can smell all the flavors. They love to guess the scents and by the end of the year have their favorites. They cherish the times they get to use them on big projects. They make the projects look colorful and smell great.😂" —Mary LoftusGet it from Amazon for $14.38. A pencil dispenser so you don't have to go digging through your desk when a student asks if you have an extra. Students love the instant gratification of seeing a new pencil pop down every time they press the lever. Promising review: "I think it is a great idea to use this as a pencil dispenser because my students really enjoy pressing the button and seeing the pencil go down. I usually put pencils with different designs so the students get a different pencil every time. The quality is good and it has great functionality. It is a bit expensive, but I feel like it will last for a while." —RonGet it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in seven colors). A set of answer buzzers to add a little competitive spirit to the classroom. Set-up a quiz show style game or use these to get the energy up before the lesson begins. Promising review: "Used them to play a game and wake up my class. Everything is screen time nowadays, and the students had a great time learning in an 'old-fashioned' way. All four sounds are different, colors bright. Very fun, and I could think of ways to use at home, too." —jjoy29Get a four-pack from Amazon for $16.49. A pack of floor cushions that'll help create seating areas wherever and whenever you need them in the classroom. Your students can even carry these around if they're looking for a quiet space to read or work on something independently. Promising review: "Love these in my classroom, and will buy more! They came out of the box ready to use and matched the pictures in the listing. My students love them and use them every day, and they're holding up well to being thrown around." —Elle SGet it from Amazon for $70.99+ for six cushions (available in two styles and five color combinations). A pack of paint sticks to mentor young Picassos without spending hours scrubbing paint off the floor. These are more pigmented than crayons but quick to dry and easy to wipe off. Promising review: "My students like to paint, but I hate the clean up. I bought these paints for the class, and they LOVED them! Since it dries so quickly, they could take their art home that day. I didn't have papers all over that were drying, AND the colors were not all mixed together into a black mess on their papers. They were all so proud of their work!" —Amazon CustomerGet a 12-pack from Amazon for $12.30. A set of dry-erase sleeves so it's easy for your little learners to wipe away any mistakes while they are still learning. Place your worksheets in these sleeves and they can write, erase, write, erase until they are done. Promising review: "My students love using these with dry-erase markers for practicing what we've been learning. I work with 1-12th graders, and they all like them. Easy to use — easy to clean." —Susan JacksonGet it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in 36 colors). A chair organizer because a cluttered table doesn't help anyone focus. Add these to the backs of your students' chairs and they'll love having a place to put all their things out of the way. Promising review: "These classroom chair covers are a hit at my school. Teachers are constantly asking me where I purchased them from. My students are able to keep their items with them without cluttering the horseshoe table." —abousidi75Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in four pack sizes). A set of table dots that double as dry erase boards so your students can sit in front of their favorite color and take notes. Or place these on a wall or cabinet or door and write instructions or other temporary messages you can wipe away later. Promising review: "These are awesome! They are a great size, colors are vibrant. They were so easy to use. The backing peeled off easily, and they were a nice weight, not flimsy, and easy to stick down. Air bubbles were easy to press out. My kindergarten kids were so excited when they saw them!" —Kindle CustomerGet a 10-pack from Amazon for $14.99. A number line dry-erase board to help young Mathletes practice their addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication without you having to print and cut a thousand sheets of paper. Promising review: "I bought this to teach kindergarteners to add and subtract on a number line. It was great to teach tens and some more ones. Erasing the board is also very easy, leaving no residue. The size is perfect for teaching/learning. The cards are not too big or too small. The numbers are also large enough so the kids do not have any difficulty identifying them. It is also double-sided, so it's great for kids who are not yet identifying numbers past 10. One side goes up to 20 and the other to 10. Great way to introduce and use the number line in the classroom." —KellyGet it from Amazon for $5.99+ (available in four designs and six pack sizes). A modeling clay for art projects suitable for all ages. Teachers love that these individually packaged 1-ounce portions don't dry up quickly. Students can make something to go along with the lesson's theme, or let their imagination run wild! Promising review: "As a teacher, I am always looking for ways to engage my students in the projects that we do in the classroom! This product is one of my 'must-haves' for the classroom, especially in the individual pouches! We use the model magic in so many different ways: to make models of creatures, to make historical replicas, to make beads, etc. The BEST part about it is that you can pre-color it by jabbing it with a Crayola marker (the more jabs, the darker the color)! We pre-color BEFORE we mold it, and then it air dries! LOVE this stuff!" —Tracey GrahamGet it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in two pack sizes and color options).
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27 Products If Your Home Needs A Deep Clean
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. A Baseboard Buddy that easily removes 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. A no-scrub Wet & Forget cleaner to make "cleaning" as easy as one, two, spritz. This no-rinse product should be used weekly to keep your shower free of mildew, which basically means it will take all of two seconds to feel like you've deep-cleaned the place in which you bathe. Promising review: "This stuff is excellent. It performs as promised, it has a very nice scent, no fumes, and leaves shower clean with no scrubbing actually necessary. It is very easy to apply and rinse off. It is designed very well, with squirting spout separate from the large container and attached by a longish tube, so you don't have to hold the heavy container while applying the product. I've been using it for quite a while now, and I love it. I highly recommend it." —Stephanie MartinGet it from Amazon for $18.81+ (available in two sizes, two scents, and a two-pack). 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 buildup 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. 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 $8.99. A pumice cleaning stone capable of removing calcium, lime, and hard water stains from your toilet bowl. The stone itself is also surprisingly gentle and won't scratch the surface of your porcelain throne. Promising review: "I have a 19-year-old master bathroom toilet that had accumulated some nasty stains over time, and regular toilet brushes and cleaning products just would not remove them. I decided to try this pumice stone, and it worked like a charm! Given the nature and severity of the stains, it required some elbow grease. But 10 minutes later, I have a new-looking bowl, and I see no signs of scratching." —Happy RetireeGet it from Amazon for $14.99. 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 $14.98. A stainless-steel cleaner that will rid your large appliances (I'm looking at you, refrigerator) of all unsightly fingerprints and smudges. This blend of plant-based ingredients will even prevent future smudges from forming, and (HALLELUJAH) doesn't leave any streaks behind. Psst, this stainless-steel cleaning spray also comes with a handy dandy microfiber cloth. Promising review: "My appliances have never looked better. I was so frustrated trying to get my stainless steel refrigerator clean without streaks. This is the best thing I have found, easy to use and no streaks! So glad I took a chance." —Nancy a Williams Get it from Amazon for $19.95. A lint roller that's especially excellent for collecting dog hair from both human furniture and 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 $24.99 (available in three colors). A garbage disposal brush so you can deep clean *without* having to embrace the grossness that is plate dirt and smelly leftovers. So long, forever, nasty odors building up in my kitchen sink. Promising review: "Do you ever remove the rubber cap between your sink and disposal? It is beyond gross! This is shaped just right and makes quick work of a yucky job. Good to do to keep odors away." —Mom328LSAGet it from Amazon for $10.06. 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. A long-handle wall cleaner with four extension poles so you can deep clean hard-to-reach areas and eradicate scuff marks and kids' 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. 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). A cleaning brush kit to draw out the dust hidden in plain sight... right 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 $7.99. 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 $17.98. 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 $9.95+ (available in five colors). 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 a five-pack from Amazon for $19.99 (also available in a 10-pack). 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. 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). 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 $44.99. A wood polish lauded by one reviewer as the ~best money they've ever spent~. Trying your hand at furniture restoration has never been so easy: just a few drops of this formula is powerful enough to cover even the most unsightly scratches. Promising review: "I've been using this since the 80s. My mom made us spring clean every spring break. We had to go over all the doors, all the woodwork, all the furniture, banisters and cabinets. We also had to clean every wall, every cabinet out, every closet out and every drawer out lol. It was hell, let me tell you, but boy, do I know how to clean now! I now use this in my house and love it. It covers scratches and knicks and makes everything look new and shiny." —LBGet it from Amazon for $5.97. 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 $3.78+ (also available in packs of two and four). 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 $6.99. A stain cleaner that clings to silicone sealants (so the thin area around your showerhead, 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. An Oh Yuk cleaner that 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 $18.74+ (available in two sizes and a two-pack). Cleaning cups that'll deep clean your 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 (also available in a 12-pack). A Scrubbing Bubbles toilet stamp to release a foaming gel with every flush, ~relieving~ you of the arduous task of scrubbing your porcelain throne once a week. This does alllllll the hard work on your behalf. Promising review: "I was sooo skeptical and was confused about how they'd work but the gel solidifies and with every flush, suds wash through with the water and it really makes a fresh difference. Also the scent is light but really nice and fresh! I recommend these 100%! They're super interesting but they do the job." —JanetGet a dispenser and six stamps from Amazon for $4.47.
