30 Laziness-Friendly Walmart Products
Promising review: "The best grabber I have ever used. It has a super strong grip that easily picks up heavier and odd-shaped items. It comes with a built-in LED light and even a magnet. I have been using a grabber for over 10 years, and this is the best buy far. Couldn't be happier with the quality or shipping of something I truly depend on." —JeniTBH Price: $9.99 (available in four colors)
An egg cooker to hard-boil those huevos (up to seven) in no time! Plus, it also acts as a steamer for veggies and dumplings. This is eggs-actly what you lazy folks need.
Promising review: "This little gadget is a gold mine! Not only does it boil eggs perfectly with no fuss, but you can also poach an egg perfectly. I have even steamed single-serving frozen vegetables in it. It's very easy to clean and doesn't take up a lot of space. I am very pleased with this product!" —ShellbellePrice: $8.98
A reusable Sauberkugel Clean Ball three-pack that gets all the dirt, dust, crumbs, and grime out of the bottom of your bags — you know, the ones you've never cleaned, not once.
Price: $33.99 for three
A tub of OxiClean because laundry piles up real quick, and failing to pre-treat or soak stained clothes means you're going to have to wash them a second (and maybe even third) time. And who's got time for that?
Promising review: "Can definitely tell the difference adding this with my regular laundry detergent. My clothes smell so good and last much longer. I've also noticed they are much cleaner. I've never used a laundry booster before, glad I tried Oxiclean first, I'll definitely be buying again." —LyndseyPrice: $11.78
A pack of 80 DEET-free mosquito repellent patches infused with peppermint and citronella oil for 24-hour protection. No more spraying, just stick one on, and those bugs won't be bothering you.
Price: $9.96
A smartplug, because imagine having to get up and turn a light on or off instead of doing it from your phone (and in a seated position). It works with Alexa, Google Home, and Samsung Bixby. You can even schedule on and off times via the app.
Promising review: "This is my third one of these plugs; they're my current favorite. Easily connects to the app for manual control or on its schedule, which you set up. Bonus points for tying it to your Amazon Echo and having Alexa turn it off and on with a command." —PatrickPrice: $12.99
A 10-pack of Mr. Clean Extra Durable Erasers to deal with nearly any manner of stain on your walls, tubs, floors, or wherever they can get to. Bonus: These also work great for cleaning dirty sneakers!
Promising review: "SOOOO effective! Between ourselves and our adult children, we have lived in many apartments throughout the years, and Mr. Clean Sponge has been with us consistently. I have used it for over a decade through cleaning out and up walls and furniture. It's so effective that, in one apartment we lived in with matte paint walls, we did not have to touch up paint walls or trim them when we moved out. It was like the sponge was covering up marks and painting for us. Does not leave any marks on all finishes of paint. When I have been cleaning textured walls, the texture rubs the sponge up; the sponge disappears more quickly than with flat walls. I cannot say enough good about Mr. Clean sponge; it's ingenious and a must for anyone moving or cleaning." —PinkchuxPrice: $12.77
A two-pack of one-size-fits-all Lock Laces for those who think the bunny takes way too long to go around the tree and into the burrow. No more tying laces, and your kicks keep on your feet with full tension all day long.
Promising review: "These things are solid. I use them on my running shoes and have had them for about a year. Ordered some last year for my mom since she has problems with her finger dexterity, and it's tough for her to bend down and tie her shoes. These things are excellent, and after a year of daily use, they have yet to wear out. Worth it in my opinion." —WeeperPrice: $15.99 (available in 6 color options)
A 2-in-1 foldable under-desk treadmill so you don't have to leave the house to exercise *and* to be "that coworker" who's always moving during the Zoom call. This model features a tilt system to increase the angle/intensity. Just try not to sweat too much on camera.
Promising review: "We love this treadmill. It is simple, lightweight, and easy to use. We also like that it is quiet. We use it every day." —Ginny417Price: $186.99+ (available in three colors)
A Wet & Forget weekly shower cleaner because you know the shower doesn't clean itself. (You do know that, right?) No more scrubbing, wiping, or elbow grease needed. Just spritz away on shower fixtures, curtains, glass, tiles, or porcelain and let it do all that hard work for you.
Promising review: "This is the best and easiest solution I have found to cleaning my shower. Just spray it on when you finish showering, leave it until the next day, and rinse it before you shower. I especially like the way it cleans the residue off the glass doors. It has a light vanilla scent. Perfect." —SusanPrice: $19.98
A stainless-steel apple slicer that takes a once tedious snack preparation scenario and turns it into one of the quickest, most efficient ways to keep the doctor away.
Promising review: "This kitchen utensil is solid and heavy, not cheap plastic or pot metal. It looks and feels like it will last forever. It's a great deal for the money!" —JeffPrice: $11.98 (originally $22.98)
A three-pack of Tide To Go stain remover pens, because even though it's your favorite shirt, you're not thinking about doing laundry for another few days (at least).
Promising review: "I feel like a super hero with these in my purse. Blood, gotcha. Wine, no prob. My kiddos mysteriously get spots on absolutely any shirt they wear, thank goodness." —LauraPrice: $7.88
An Arlo video doorbell so you can see who's at the door without actually having to walk to the door. You can see and speak to visitors with 1080p full HD video and two-way audio. Now, whenever your doorbell is pressed, you'll know whether it's a person (go away, not home) or a package (here I come).
Promising review: "I loved how easy it is to set up. It works really well, with little for me to do except put it where I wanted it. Gives great views of the porch and driveway. Bought it so that we can see deliveries if we are not home, and also to be able to view who is at the door." —BrettPrice: $78
A spray bottle of The Pink Stuff, which claims to be "tough on stains" and "gentle on surfaces," but is ready to provide damage control for all the near-impossible messes around the home with just a spritz or two.
Promising review: "I had a weird stain in my bathroom sink that looked like the foundation had sat on the porcelain for too long. But I have no idea where I came from; it just showed up one day. Anyway, I couldn't get out. I tried bleach, magic erasers, kaboom, and literally every cleaning agent I could get my hands on. I stumbled upon this, and it took the stain out in seconds. It's so good!" —ShelbyPrice: $6.27
A water-resistant, tear-free SPF-50 Coppertone zinc oxide sunscreen that shows you all the spots you've missed when applying and reapplying.
Promising review: "This works great for me as I'm trying to give my child some responsibility and autonomy, but at the same time, I want to make sure they don't get burned. I am able to see during initial application if they have missed any spots, but then it just rubs in and no more blue." —JTPrice: $15.10
A four-pack of sand removers so the beach doesn't follow you back to your car, or anywhere else. If you're someone who hates sand getting everywhere (like me), and finds it to be a losing battle, these are a must.
Price: $8.15 (available in two colors)
A Master Lock portable safe with a resettable combination to keep your valuables safe while you're at the beach, pool, or anywhere without needing to run back to the room or car. Now you can concentrate on fun instead of potential theft.
Promising review: "This is great for carrying personal items like jewelry and cash on trips. Has a way to connect it to your purse or luggage." —dianaPrice: $19.92
A bottle of Aveeno Kids' hydrating detangling spray that makes combing even the curliest hair as easy as scooping ice cream that's been sitting out. Plus it tends to cut down on all the time spent yelling, complaining, and crying.
If I didn't have this, I don't know how I'd ever get my daughter to school on time unless we both woke up hours earlier every day. This is truly a time saver, and her hair ends up looking (and smelling) great! Promising review: "My daughter has dry hair with big curls, and the bed head is REAL. It gets to the point that I have to brush her hair out in the bath with conditioner, but to my surprise, I sprayed her hair this morning and brushed right through it! I will purchase this again and again and again!" —EHPrice: $14.89
A stainless-steel Chefman Turbofry air fryer, because the oven takes too long to warm up, and the microwave doesn't always leave food tasting its best.
Promising review: "I bought this guy when it went to $50, and it was the best purchase decision I've made! This is my first air fryer, but it's super easy to set up, use, and clean. The eight-quart capacity can fit an entire chicken if needed, and it comes with a divider in case you need to make several things. I ended up getting two, and now my friend wants one too!" —JasminePrice: $87.99 (originally $99.99)
A Roomba Wi-Fi robot vacuum, which is exactly what we need robots to do: thankless but helpful tasks while freeing up your time. This sucker will clean your hardwood and carpeted floors for up to 120 minutes on a single charge. And you don't even need to say thank you.
Price: $189.94
A 14-in-1 veggie chopper that cuts big or small dices, thick or thin slices, shreds, and even juliennes (fancy). It comes with a handy hand-guard to prevent cutting fingers, a claw, a brush for cleaning, and a peeler. But you still have to eat your veggies.
Promising review: "I can't express in words how much I love this chopper. My life has been a complete failure until this chopper came into my life. Onions...CHOPPED. Celery...CHOPPED. Carrots...CHOPPED. Cucumbers...SLICED AND CHOPPED. Potatoes...CHOPPED. It even cuts the cheese!" —JeremyPrice: $19.98
A five-pack of bleach-free Clorox foaming toilet bombs to clean stains, hard water, rust, and any other funk that's occupying your bowl.
Promising review: "These are the best. One and done! Drop in, scrub, and good to go. These are great for a quick clean once a week. Foam up nicely. I love these. Please make other scents, Clorox. Thank you!" —JohnPrice: $4.98
An original Fasta Pasta microwave cooker so you never have to wait for a big pot of water to boil ever again when you want to load up on carbs. Spaghetti, fettuccini, macaroni, lasagna noodles, rotini — it cooks them all with minimal mess.
Promising review: "Until I purchased this pasta cooker, I would avoid making pasta due to the time to boil a large pot of water, the time to cook the pasta, and the difficulty of trying to drain water from a heavy pot of cooked pasta. No more! This pasta cooker is one of the most convenient kitchen tools I've ever purchased. Just follow the directions that come with it, and achieve perfectly cooked pasta in record time." —anonymousPrice: $21.99
A spray bottle of water-based Folex instant carpet spot remover, because if you've got a carpet (that you care about), you best believe it's gonna get stained. Take a look right now; there's probably a new stain waiting for you! This is the fastest way to make those stains go away.
Promising review: "This is what magic is made of! It has removed every stain I can find on any cloth surface! It has restored the carpet to new condition after coffee stains had settled in for three weeks! It works wonders. Coffee stains are so simple for this product to remove. I'm so glad I have it!" —ZahraPrice: $9.80 (originally $19.60)
A cordless, battery-operated automatic pan stirrer to keep you from standing in front of a hot stove top while whipping up sauces, soups, and gravy. No one has to know, it's still your recipe!
It requires four AA batteries!Price: $38.95
A waterproof car trash can with a lid and storage pockets for instilling just a modicum of hope that you might be able to keep the car somewhat cleaner than the house. Maybe.
Promising review: "I got this for my car and it hangs over the back of the passenger seat. It is well-made, comes with bags, has side pockets, and is my new favorite gift to buy for people." —TopNunPrice: $18.48
And a cordless, rechargeable car vacuum cleaner that'll save you a trip to the car wash by cleaning every nook and cranny from the dashboard to the trunk for 20–30 minutes on one charge.
Promising review: "I had a DustBuster years ago, but this outperforms that by miles! It has decent suction and is very easy to clean. I use this in the corners and spills in the kitchen, like flour, rice, oats, etc., or even on the counter or table for crumbs. —JanPrice: $26.99 (originally $59.99)
A jar of car detailing cleaning gel to extricate all the gunk that manages to get into every crevice of your ride. Fight grime with slime, works every time.
Promising review: "I was afraid it would leave a residue behind, but it did not! Very pleased with it getting the microfiber that cleaning rags leave behind. It has an interesting smell… A hint of blueberry, but if you fully smell it, it's really bad, but that is the only con." —LesliePrice: $6.99
A set of two Drop Stop car seat gap fillers (as seen on Shark Tank) because there's no way you're spending time trying to extricate all the loose change, receipts, wrappers, or French fries that fall into the deep, dark, unreachable voids of your car.
Promising review: "These seat gap fillers worked GREAT! EASY to install and definitely do the trick! Terrific design makes it clear that they would fit almost any car model. We have a gap that isn't very wide, and this still fits down into it. The narrow gap makes it impossible to get your hand down the side of the seat to recover things, so the gap filler is perfect!" —SherryHPrice: $24.99
A roll of silver 3M all-weather duct tape to ensure broken things stay good and stuck on until you can properly repair them later (maybe).
Promising review: "I have purchased previously and was pleased with its stickiness/durability outdoors. There IS a difference between 'all-weather' and regular duct tape. This is a good price. I've shopped around." —choc51Price: $17.41
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27 Amazon Kitchen Products You'll Use All The Time
A veggie chopper that will become the holy grail of your kitchen. This incredible invention chops, spiralizes, and slices vegetables in an instant, and the built-in container means there's gonna be absolutely zero mess. So long, chopping boards. A trio lasagna pan because if you're an "edge piece" kind of person, all of your dreams are about to come true. Use it to whip up three different lasagna flavors, or use the tin for *the* crispiest pastries and brownie edges. A rotary cheese grater that's going to make shredding up your favorite cheeses a breeze. Grate some Parmesan over your next pasta dish without worrying about the perfect time to "say when," because you're doing it yourself and if you want to use the full block of Parm, you go for it. A pair of left-handed scissors for my fellow lefties who haven't been able to neatly open a packet of crackers or a bag of pasta for years because they've settled for a pair of generic scissors that don't snip properly and are a pain to hold. Well, struggle no more. Promising review: "So my three youngest are left-handed even though no one else in the family is. Now that they are teens their school-sized left-handed scissors don't fit their hands. I ordered these because we have always used Fiskars school stuff, especially scissors. They are just what I was hoping they would be. And my teens are so excited to not have to use the regular kitchen scissors anymore. Sounds funny, but when you are left-handed those things make a big difference. I am going to order a few more pairs. Great scissors!" —oliveoilPrice: $12.99 (also available in a petite version) A handheld milk frother so you can become your very own barista. If you've been trying to save $$$ on your coffee runs, now you have no excuse. Promising review: "This makes the creamiest froth ever! I am completely blown away by the results of this device. I had no idea that I could make froth at home like this. This changes my whole cappuccino experience!!!" —WellsPrice: $7.99+ (available in 24 colors) A clip-on pasta strainer that looks like one of the most life-changing things I've ever seen. Yes, pasta has my heart, but I hate the part when you have to break your wrist to strain out the water while trying to hold the lid on the pot. Promising review: "Pouring a scalding hot pot of pasta into a colander brings back memories of said colander tipping over and pasta spilling all over the sink or the bottom portion of pasta sitting in a shallow pool of water you just poured into the sink. Not to mention the splash back when the water hits the rim or side of the colander just perfectly. This product relieved me of having to worry about those catastrophic events. Just snap onto your pot while still having two hands to control the pour." —JCPrice: $9.99+ (available in seven colors) A salad spinner because even though your bag of arugula says it's triple-washed, you should be washing it anyway. Alexa, play "Spinning Around" by Kylie Minogue. You can use it for fruit, too!Promising review: "I cut one whole head of lettuce and filled it up to wash, and it fits with the lid on. It doesn't squish the lettuce and all the parts feel well-made. I like that everything is clear and see-through so you can see the color of the water. All the pieces disassemble for washing and rinsing, and they don't have too little spaces that trap lettuce." —amy_incaPrice: $29.95 A handheld surface 3-in-1 steam mop to effectively clean up your kitchen floor, even getting riiiight into those tight nooks and crannies behind the oven that you've been meaning to clean forever but have never gotten around to. Promising review: "I absolutely love this little powerhouse! I use it regularly in my kitchen, particularly around and inside of my oven, and all around my bathroom! 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19-07-2025
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27 Places In Your Home That You Should Probably Clean
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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. 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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.
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12-07-2025
- Buzz Feed
29 Must-Have Products For Beginner Gardeners
A cordless grass trimmer that'll help you tackle hard-to-reach areas in your garden bed or simply get the job done if you are the proud owner of a tiny patch of grass. A variety of sunflower seeds to transform that boring patch of dirt in your yard into a photo shoot–worthy garden without the stress of hand selecting which flowers to plant. Alexa, play "Sunflower" by Harry Styles. A standing weeder (without the chemicals!) in case you've found your dream home, but, unfortunately, it came with a grass full of dandelions. Unwind after a busy day at the office with some therapeutic weeding that won't hurt your back. 👍 A programmable timer to work some Fairy Godmother-like magic on your hose and transform it into a sprinkler. Bibbidi, Bobbidi, Boo-tiful lawn! A row of colorful flower pots with draining holes and hooks that'll brighten up your deck with very minimal effort. A fast-acting lawn repair formula made up of grass seeds, mulch, and soil amendment will undo all the damage your beloved doggo (who, obviously, can't help but pee all over your grass) has done to the yard. Now, back to trying to teach Fido *not* to dig up the new grass... A hedge trimmer that'll ensure your neighbors will be peeking over your fence to get a glimpse at how fabulous those bushes look. Pruning shears, for anyone who has successfully created their own magical rose garden in their yard. Better get yourself a glass jar too to display it like in Beauty and the Beast. And a long-handled lopper to help you can trim any overgrown bushes or trees in your yard, a must-have for anyone who isn't Edward Scissorhands. A seeding square kit, so planting your lil' sprouts won't turn into a game of guess and check. You'll know *exactly* what pattern you planted your basil seeds in this year. And vegetable, fruit, and herb markers to help you *actually* keep track of what you planted where — each stick is individually sold and with over 40 options to choose from you should have no problem finding exactly what you need to keep your garden in check. A garden dibber to make planting bulbs, sowing seeds, and breaking up clumps of dirt easier than ever — every gardener should have one of these babies! Pretty gardening gloves, so you can continue to get down 'n' dirty keeping your plants and yard looking fresh without ruining your manicure. Or garden gloves with claws that'll make you feel like the Lady Gaga of gardening and make digging in the dirt both easier and more fashionable. A scent-free mosquito repellent to keep those lil' bloodsucking buggers at bay while you're trying to plant your daisies or pick your cherry tomatoes. A soaker hose you can attach to the hose you already own to provide your bushes, plants, and trees with the shower they've always dreamt of (especially during those too-hot summer days). A soil test kit to relay the moisture in your plant's soil as well as its pH and light levels so you'll know once and for when it needs to be watered. Knee pads you can count on to make the many hours you typically spend gardening on a Saturday morning a bit more comfortable — a must-have for anyone whose knees simply aren't what they used to be. An expandable garden hose to help you water your grass, the vegetables you planted and prayed will actually grow, and your flower bed without worrying about any kinks getting in the way. An adjustable gardening bench complete with padding for your knees and handles on the sides to assist you in getting up from the crouched position you've likely been in for a *tad* too long while tending to your veggies. It can even be turned into a seat so you can take a true break! A plant supporter that'll give your tomato plants and bushes a bit more support so they can grow big and tall — since they're powder-coated in green they wont' ruin your garden's *~aesthetic~*. A garden colander to fill up with all of the fruits and veggies you've worked so hard to grow from little seedlings — wash 'em off outside with the hose to prevent getting dirt all over your kitchen. A pack of seeds that contain, basically, any kind of vegetable you'd want to grow in your garden — beets, cucumbers, cabbage, butternut squash, and more. You've got a biiiiiiig salad in your future. A sturdy garden tool set so no matter what kind of planting plans you've got in your future, you'll be ready. Joyful Dirt concentrated plant food and fertilizer designed to be mixed into a watering vessel or sprinkled directly onto the soil to help plants grow bigger and faster. And! It's organic! A pack of bamboo garden stakes available in an array of thickness levels that'll support your plants and veggies as they grow. Reach for the sky, babies! A weather-resistant cedar pathway you can roll out alongside your prettiest garden bed or just anywhere you tend to walk so often the grass tends to get a bit torn up. Installation of a new walkway has *never* been this easy. A vintage-style bike planter complete with three baskets you can fill with your favorite flowers and enjoy even if you haven't ridden a bicycle in over a decade. And The Complete Gardener's Guide by Simon Akeroyd — AKA the bible for plant parents. It explains how to sow, plant, and prune while also providing tips on selecting plants, protecting your plants, and designing your garden.
