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23-02-2025
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34 Problem-Solving Items That'll *Always* Be Useful — No Matter The Season
We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed and its publishing partners may collect a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page. Shopping · *Sings* Winter, spring, summer, or the problems that you can solve... 1. The compact Levoit air purifier that effortlessly removes dander, dust, pollen, smoke, and daily odors from your home while barely making a peep! This is definitely a must-have for anyone who owns a pet or deals with allergies throughout the year. Promising reviews: "We retired to the Southwest US, which is just a huge dust bowl. I didn't want to be breathing in the dust, and I absolutely hate to dust furniture. So I researched air purifiers and chose this model. In order to filter dust, it seems I needed a HEPA filter, which this purifier uses. While not washable, they are able to be vacuumed, which I do about once a week so they last longer. Overall, the price for the purifier and the filters was less for this model than others I researched. I bought the large model of this purifier for the main room of our 1200 sf Townhouse and it works really well. I only have to dust every 3-4 weeks, which suits me just fine. I think the purifier is about as loud as a white noise machine, so not very loud in my opinion. My husband, who wears hearing aids, finds it noisier than I do. I bought two of the smaller version of this same purifier for the two bedrooms. While they are just a smaller version of this machine, they don't work nearly as well. It gets dusty in those rooms within days. I wish I had purchased the larger version for those rooms too. I've had all three purifiers going 24/7 for four months now and the filters are nowhere near the point where they need changing, again noting that I vacuum them weekly. So all in all, these purifiers have been very economical to use." — SuesZoo "I was skeptical any air purifier at this price could do much, but I tried it! I have a medium-sized music room for record collections and playing those records, etc. The room is about 18x18. I hate dealing with dust getting on the records and equipment. I took note of some dark items with dust on them first. Then, I cleaned those items to see if they would stay clean because it usually takes a few days to be covered again. I ran the Levoit at medium speed for two weeks solid, and those surfaces look just as clean as when I cleaned them. Does it work? Yes, it does! The lowest setting is pretty quiet, but the medium and high can be fairly loud. I turn it off during listening times." — Charles Tweedy Get it from Amazon for $99.84+ (available in black and white, plus four styles, including a WiFi-enabled version). 2. The top-rated Elizavecca CER-100 Collagen Protein Treatment, which helps restore and repair damaged hair that's been through... a lot (read: dye jobs, heat damage, and even sun damage). Bring your hair back to life and show off your silky and voluminous tresses that look like you just left the salon. Don't worry, your secret is safe with us! This reparative mask is designed for heat-damaged hair of all types, but definitely beloved by reviewers with fine and wavy hair! Promising reviews:" I've tried everything- expensive salon products, specialty products, natural remedies, etc. NOTHING HAS WORKED. I have ridiculously thick, coarse, curly, damaged, and dehydrated hair. It's down the middle of my back and just so much to deal with. I thought my hair was done for and it put me in a deep depression. I saw this on a Facebook ad and thought it was cheap enough to give it a try…. YALL, LIFE-CHANGING. I've used twice — once a week (when I wash my hair) and just two uses have provided me with enough shine, health, and calmness that I have hope for my hair. I have cried over this and am beyond happy with the results so far. I cannot believe this $8 product beat the $60 hair mask I purchased!!!!" — Amanda " I have super fine, blonde hair. I've run through likely hundreds of different hair masks and leave-in conditioners over the years, only to have them cling to my hair like nothing else, often leaving it feeling waxy and heavy. After a few rounds of clarifying shampoo, I reached for this stuff and it legit brought my hair back from the grave. Even with my hair being extremely fine, it leaves it soft, glossy, and gorgeous! I know some people have said they're not a fan of the smell, but I find it to be super light and refreshing. Could not recommend this stuff enough!!" — Soph Get it from Amazon for $8.32. 3. Some Lumify Eye Drops to help reduce redness and provide dry eye relief in record time. It didn't climb its way to being a number one seller for no reason — according to reviewers, you see results in just minutes! Learn more about different kinds of eye drops and what they can do at Cleveland Clinic. Note that eye drops can potentially mask symptoms of eye conditions, so you should talk to your eye doctor about what's right for you. And according to Mayo Clinic, you should avoid redness-reducing drops if you're looking for dry eye relief. Promising review:"I have a big spot of blood vessels in the inner corner of my left eye. I use the expensive lubricant eye drops for moisture — I've used Visine, Clear Eyes, you name it. No eye drop has made my eyes look this great. Only Lumify! I was soo happy when I looked in the mirror and saw some beauty in my eyes instead of darkness and redness." — Angela Leonard Get it from Amazon for $11.39. 4. A jar of the internet-beloved The Pink Stuff — it helps you tackle the most difficult messes that pop up in your home, like a one-of-a-kind permanent marker art piece on your wall or a scuff on your brand-new sneakers before even stepping outside. Plus, it'll do it all with the least amount of elbow grease you've had to use in a while. A lot of people compare it to the Magic Eraser in paste form, so even your weirdest, most stubborn stains will meet their match. Promising review:"I need this in bulk!! I have tried so many cleaning solutions to get out hard cooking stains on my stovetop and nothing worked! This stuff took it right out without a problem!!" — Micaela Gunderson Get it from Amazon for $5.97. 5. A bottle of no-scrub, no-rinse, nontoxic Folex Carpet Spot Remover, which effectively removes stains like yellow mustard grease drippings from your favorite takeout, makeup after a hard nap, muddy paw prints, and sooooo much more from pretty much any fabric surface. In order to use this no-scrub product, all you have to do is apply it to the stain, gently rub it in (it's safe for humans and pets), and then blot with a cloth. It may take a couple of rounds, but you'll definitely see the mess disappear in no time! Be sure to check out our full write-up on this Folex stain remover! Promising review:"I've use this product often to get all kinds of stains out of fabrics. I recently spilled balsamic vinegar all over my shirt and I sprayed the Folex and the stain came right out. I've used it for carpet stains, red wine, blood stains, and ALL types of dog stains, including mud stains from boots and dogs. I love this product, and I recommend it to anyone. I even used it on our drapes. No foul smells either. The stains really do come out very easy. Unless you live in a museum, this is a MUST for any household." — FML Get it from Amazon for $6.33+ (available in two sizes and multipacks). 6. A cable-concealing box for the tangle of cords currently ruining the carefully curated aesthetic of your living space. This will help make sure every wire is out of sight, while still keeping you connected as you play Animal Crossing to wind down after work. See it in action on TikTok here. Promising review: "I bought it because I saw a women on TikTok showcase something similar like this on her page (on how to keep a home tidy) and I was like I HAD to buy! It's wonderful! I have ALWAYS hated seeing all the clutter of cords stick out from cord extenders and having this makes my small place look cleaner and organized! I would recommend this for anyone!" — Chidi Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in two sizes and three colors). 7. A manual flossing toothbrush with several layers of soft bristles to reach between teeth, under the gums, and deep into hard-to-reach spaces that regular brushing can't get. Plus reviewers say it feels SUPER gentle even on sensitive teeth! Just FYI, this toothbrush is not a substitute for flossing, and if you have any concerns about using this make sure to talk to your dentist! Mouthwatchers is a dentist-founded small business that specializes in creating toothbrushes to help patients get a truly deep clean. BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord loves these, and here's her take:" I use an electric toothbrush usually, but I feel like I'm getting a much more satisfying clean from these?? Especially because I tend to get yellow stains between my teeth no matter *how* much I floss, and these bristles seem to actually target that a lot more effectively." Promising review: " I absolutely love this toothbrush!! TikTok made me buy it and I will never own anything else again. My teeth feel clean all day long like I went to the dentist but better. I even have a sonic toothbrush and this blows it out of the water. Don't hesitate…buy this for your teeth!" — Amy Get a pack of two from Amazon for $9.99. 8. A memory-foam cushion to help relieve pressure on your tailbone and back while sitting. With over 88,000 5-star reviews, you won't have to buy a completely new office chair just to make it through the workday in comfort. Plus, you can even it use it in the car to upgrade your commute! Promising review:"I bought this. I opened it. I sat on it and my butt feels so amazing and supported! Do yourself a favor buy this now! I held off because of the price. I am now kicking myself. I'm disabled and have terrible back problems. My back is now at peace. I've tried tons of these kinds of these. This is the best. Yee seriously. I haven't sat on it for more than a few minutes but I can tell you it is amazing. Do yourself a favor buy this right now!" — Disabledwoman27 Get it from Amazon for $43.99+ (available in five colors and three styles). 9. Some beeswax wood polish and conditioner that's designed for restoring furniture, keeping wood hydrated, *and* making the shine last! So, before you start saving up for a replacement, try out this polish first. Promising review:"I used this to condition an old chair that had been neglected in a shed for years. It was easy to rub into the wood with a cloth and absorbed quickly. It brought out the color and grain of the wood. The old chair looks nicely restored. I plan to use it on some other wood furniture. It definitely conditions the wood so I gave it 5 stars." — KkRider Get it from Amazon for $9.83. 10. Orrr some wood repair markers for smaller scratches and scuffs that don't require a full replacement or refinish — seriously, it'll take only a few minutes to make your furniture or floor look like new! Promising review:"I can't believe how well these work! Much better than I was expecting. I just had my home interior painted and the painters damaged a fiberboard medicine cabinet when they removed the masking tape. It ripped off the fake wood veneer. These markers completely filled in the ugly spots and the colors blended well. I love that it appears to have some clear coat in it too as it dries with a slight shine that makes it look more like wood stain rather than marker. I also used them to stain wood filler in two spots in my maple kitchen cabinets where a previous home owner had hung a paper towel holder and I really struggle to see the hole! It looks fantastic. I highly recommend this set. It's a good value and works very well." — Shane Get a set of 13 from Amazon for $8.99. 11. A ChomChom pet hair remover that features a patented brush design, so all you have to do is push back and forth to collect all the hair and lint into a chamber — whether it's attached to clothes, furniture, car seats, cat towers, and more. Over 140,000 reviewers have bestowed it with a 5-star rating, and we agree: If a member of your household happens to have four legs and a ton of hair, this is a must-buy. Promising review: "Where has this been all my life!! We have one long-haired cat and three dogs — suffice it to say, shedding hair is a big problem on every cloth-like surface in our home. No more vacuuming the couches and chairs like wild when you have this around. This picks up hair quickly and easily when used correctly (fast back-and-forth motion). I will never not have this in our house!" — Shelby Cipolla Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in black and white). 12. A medication tracker because it conveniently sticks to the side of *any* pill bottle and has a sliding daily tracker to help make sure you don't miss a single dose of medication. I needed this yesterday, but better late than never! The trackers are curved to fit pill bottles and designed with a reusable peel and stick adhesive, so you can use it on multiple bottles after they're empty! Promising review:"I absolutely love this product! I have a couple of daily medications and oftentimes I forget whether I've taken them and/or whether I've taken the second dose. Recently, I inadvertently took a double dose because I couldn't remember whether I had taken the medication or not. This product solves the problem. There is even a satisfying feeling I get when I 'click' the tabs. Genius little invention." — Tiffany Maggard Get a pack of five from Amazon for $19.99 (available in two colors). 13. Mighty Patch hydrocolloid stickers designed to practically disappear your pus-filled blemishes and pimples with barely any effort. Whether you wear them to sleep or throughout the day, these circular patches work their absorbent magic over the course of a few hours, aka right before your eyes. Promising review:" Using this product has been a game-changer. It's as if the adhesion of it literally pulls all of the bad stuff from the spot and you'll know when it's time to remove when it turns up white on your sticker — so easy to remove and my spot has went drastically down. I'm on my fourth box, or maybe fifth? They're my go-to at the slightest spot I get to try to nip it in the bud. Might I add that my hormonal cystic acne spots have been majorly suppressed by these — as soon as I feel one coming on, I take a hot washcloth to the area and put a sticker on overnight for a couple of nights and the deep underneath feeling of that spot is gone. I love these so much, and you will too." — DebH Get a pack of 36 stickers from Amazon for $12.99. 14. Angry Orange pet odor eliminator — a citrus-scented, enzyme-based cleaner for restoring pretty much *any* surface your pet decides is a great potty spot, including tile, carpet, non-leather furniture, and more. It's even designed to make sure your pet doesn't find their go-to spot after cleaning, so you can keep working on successfully potty training them. Angry Orange is a small business specializing in cleaning products to tackle pet messes and stenches to help keep your home smelling fresh and clean! Promising review:"This product is amazing!!!! We have a Rottweiler pup and a Bichon pup and our house was feeling the PAIN! I tried everything and use to tell my wife, 'with all the science and technology in the world we still can't come up with something that gets rid of the dog mark smell! This product does everything and more. Just ordered another round. We were about to throw away some furniture due to the smell and now after use we can keep it. Saved me hundreds. Well worth the money." — clayton s tonkin Get it from Amazon for $17.96+ (available in two sizes and two scents). 15. A set of under-bed storage containers if you need a place to put that giant eyesore pile of off-season clothing and extra bedding looming in the corner of your closet. It's taking up a lot of room, so just pack it all up and slide this bag out of sight! You can use these for clothing, bedding, artwork, toiletries, shoes, craft supplies, and more! Promising review:" These storage bags are fantastic. I live in a small apartment where storage space is at a premium. I use these to store my Costco toilet paper and paper towels so I don't need to make as many trips to the store. It keeps them in pristine condition and out of sight. The handles make them easy to pull in and out, and they fold up nicely when not in use. I'm thinking about getting two more since four will fit under my queen bed." — Kimberly Dorn Get a pack of two from Amazon for $13.97+ (available in three colors and assorted multipacks). 16. A front seat organizer designed to fit in the seat gap between the console and seats, effortlessly adding two more cup holders and a spare compartment that could hold your wallet, glasses, or phone. If you're a multiple beverage person — coffee, water, juice — this will really come in handy on the daily commute, and definitely during your next road trip! Promising review: "Most awesome thing I bought all year! I have a small sports car, no cup holders. This thing looks awesome, is well-made, and is sturdy! It's everything I needed, and it looks fantastic in my car, even though I have a dark blue leather interior. Fabulous find!" — 2019 Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in three colors and two sizes). 17. A laundry-detergent drip catcher so you don't end up losing precious (and expensive) liquid detergent while doing load after load of laundry. Plus, it'll help keep your floors from getting all gooey! The grip style (pictured left) is designed to go around the spout of the detergent, while the slide style (pictured right) is designed to go underneath the bottle. Promising review:"Very easy to clip together. The size fits perfectly around my laundry detergent spout (Tide) & Fabric softener (Downy). The cup holder tray is big enough for all my laundry bottles. The quality of these is great for their value. I fill up the laundry cups on the trays and have never had an issue." — Lexi Bazzy Get two from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in grip or slide styles). 18. A set of satin pillowcases, which are great for your skin *and* hair because the material helps lessen friction, so you can worry less about tangles and bedhead and more about getting a good night's sleep. Plus, they'll always have a "cool" side of the pillow! Amazon Promising review:"I enjoy these pillowcases. They are soft and more gentle on my facial skin as I am a side sleeper. I feel like using these in the long run will result in less wrinkles and irritation for my face. I also noticed that my hair is growing out softer because of less rubbing. These are great to use if you love a cold feeling pillow... I just throw these in the wash and have yet to notice any pilling... I also like how they come in an assortment of colors." — Jeanine Get a set of two from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in 35 colors and four sizes). 19. A water-resistant all-weather boot tray to make sure rain, snow, sleet, and mud stay *outside* — or at least off your floors — when everyone heads indoors. It's also a great option for collecting spilled food and water from your precious pet's food bowls! Most reviewers say they can comfortably fit three pairs of adult shoes. Promising review:"This has come in handy for both my front door and back door. Collects mud and wet shoes to keep my foyer dry and clean." — Celeste Get a set of two from Wayfair for $32.99+ (originally $59.99; available in two sizes) 20. A Rub-A-Way odor remover, a stainless-steel "soap" bar helps remove those scents with or without water, so you don't have to practically scrub up like a surgeon after cooking. Now you don't have to deal with lingering smells on your hands just because you love to cook with smelly (but delicious) ingredients like garlic, onions, fish, curry, etc. Amazon And it's dishwasher-safe. Promising Review:"Hate the smell of garlic and onions on your hands even after several washings? This bar takes them away in seconds. I like that is shaped like a bar of soap (very cute in my soap tray). It's simple to use and comfortable in your hands. A couple of $$ cheaper would be nice but it works so I guess it was worth it. Whenever guests see it, they have to try it. They always ask me how it works. I tell them it's magic." — Kat K Get it from Amazon for $9.99. 21. A powerful dishwashing spray designed to break down grease and food debris *in minutes*, which in turn saves you loads of time by eliminating the need to pre-soak your dishes. Just spray and wipe the mess away! 🥲 Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping editor Elizabeth Lilly has to say:"I live in an apartment without a dishwasher, and I honestly use that as an excuse to order takeout food instead of cooking. But, as soon as I got my hands on a bottle of this stuff (regular Dawn is my go-to dish soap, BTW), I put it to use on both a saucepan I used to make homemade enchilada sauce *and* the casserole dish I baked those enchiladas, which had a ton of caked-on food. It really does work like I say it does! Like, scary well." Promising review:"This Dawn is AMAZING! Spray, let it sit for a few minutes and wipe or spray clean. No elbow grease needed to get pot and pans squeaky clean!" — StaySea7 Get one spray and three refills from Amazon for $16.88. 22. Londontown's sheer, tinted nail concealer, which cleverly hides any stains or yellowing on your nails so they look healthy and manicured no matter how poorly your might have been taking care of them. Londontown is a small business that offers a range of skincare and beauty products for your nails and body. Promising reviews: "Highly impressed and satisfied with the purchase. I've been a nail-biter my entire life. I recently stopped biting a little over three months ago, and while I've been pleased overall with the growth, I've found that my natural nails have many imperfections. For instance, I have splinter hemorrhages, as well as white horizontal lines (aka Beau's lines) on every single nail on all 10 fingers, and the tips are transparent. But this polish literally disguises all of that. I'm so so grateful to have found it." — Kourtnee amos Get it from Amazon for $15+ (available in five shades). Check out our Londontown Illuminating Nail Concealer review for more deets! 23. Some tempered glass screen protectors for your iPhone because they're extremely easy to apply and won't have you panicking every time your phone slips from your grip and hits the floor. This fits the iPhones 15 and 16, but you can find screen protectors designed for the other different iPhones or Androids in the Ailun storefront. Promising review:"Absolutely love these screen protectors, has saved my phone numerous times last night dropped straight onto cement protector did its job! Highly recommended!" — Ayok222 Get a three-pack from Amazon for $5.89. 24. A set of Snug Plugs — these tiny problem solvers are designed to be tucked into a loosened outlet for a proper fit. Next time you plug in your mini diffuser, it'll actually stay put instead of falling out as soon as you walk away. Turns out, you don't need an electrician to rewire your outlets... just a snug fit! One reviewer marked their transparent snug plugs with a red sharpie (on the right) in order to tell which plugs had them installed! Snug Plugs is a family-owned small business. Promising review:"These are SUCH a game-changer. We rent, so I can't do much about the loose outlets around the house. These have made several outlets usable again!" — Minerva G. Get a pack of 10 from Amazon for $10.99 (available in a pack of 25 and a glow-in-the-dark option). 25. A set of wool dryer balls that make a great reusable alternative to dryer sheets and help your clothes dry faster with fewer wrinkles. Pro-tip: add a few drops of your favorite essential oil to the balls to scent your laundry! Amazon Promising review:"I have been using these for over year now and I absolutely love them. I only use four in my dryer and they have reduced the time it takes to dry clothes. I did not add a scent to the balls so I sometimes throw a dryer sheet in with the balls. They make a soft thud sound while drying. I have given them as gifts to all of my sisters-in-law and they love them." — P. King Get a six-pack from Amazon for $12.99 (available in three pack sizes). 26. A WD-40 pen designed with a precision tip so you can effortlessly lubricate any squeaky door hinges without making a mess. Not to mention, it'll also help prevent the metal from rusting! Promising review: "I love WD-40 products and use them for everything. I spray on shovels to keep dirt or snow from sticking, spray around windows and thresholds to deter bugs, clean Sharpies off wood and walls, and, of course, stop squeaky doors. These small direct-point application pens are great. Keep one in the glove box, my kitchen 'junk' drawer, and the house toolbox." — BBP623 Get a three-pack from Amazon for $12.99. 27. A set of reusable silicone Nippies for anyone who likes to go braless — these will allow you to wear your favorite tops and dresses without worrying about stubborn bra straps showing *or* a sudden drop in temperature. Lots of reviewers love that these nipple covers look seamless underneath clothing and stay put the entire time! BuzzFeed Shopping editor Natalie Brown has tried these and raves: "I've worn them four or five times now, washing with hand soap and water afterward every time as directed, and they're exactly what I needed! It's simple: you stick 'em onto clean, dry, lotion-free skin, and they stay put and comfy for hours, even through moderate sweat. They've performed perfectly every time I've worn them: for day-long shopping excursions, outdoor parties, and for nights out dancing. They come in a small reusable storage box with two stiff plastic domes for them to sit on, so they'll stay perfectly intact and dust-free in your drawer and are easy to pack for travel. Oh and over 14,000 reviewers — like, five times the number of people in my high school graduating class — have rated them 5-stars on Amazon, so I know I'm not alone in my success with them!" Promising review: " Saw these on TikTok and have not been disappointed! I've been wearing them four to five times a week all day since I got them in early July and they're still sticky. Just wash with warm water and soap then let them air dry overnight! I do notice that when I've forgotten to take them off and I get very sweaty from working out they start to lose adhesion, but that's expected. My boyfriend asked if I got new ones the other day and was shocked when I told him they were the same ones. The color was perfect for me and I will definitely be purchasing again!" — Hannah Get it from Amazon for $26.50+ (available in two sizes, with or without lift, and five shades). 28. A set of bedsheet holders to keep your fitted sheet from creeping up during the night. Simply clip 'em to the edges of your bedding and slip them under the mattress to keep everything in place — no matter how much you might move around while you sleep. And with over 15,000 5-star ratings from customers, you better believe they work! Each pack comes with four bands, which can stretch from 12 to 18 inches and hold adequate tension. Promising review:"These have worked great! I like bamboo sheets, which are slippery and the corners always came up. Since I started using these my corners haven't come up and the sheet stays relatively wrinkle-free." — Beachyfun Get a pack of four from Amazon for $14.99 (available in three colors, two sizes, and larger multipacks). 29. A retractable car charger that allows you to charge several devices simultaneously without creating a mess of cords and wires sprouting from your console like something out of a sci-fi movie. This one features two retractable lightning cables, a USB-C charging port and a classic USB charging port in case every passenger on the car has a battery below 50% — you'll never want to travel without it! Amazon Check out a TikTok of the car charger in action. Promising review: "Didn't realize I had so many cables in my car until I put this in. Now, I just keep a few wrapped up in the glove box that fit older connections. Great that the cables retract out of the way. Only complaint could be that it is rather large, but it is to be expected with four connections. Little car voltage display is nice to have as well (everyone should have one of these, by the voltage amount, it shows if your alternator is working)." — Jaxmoto Get it from Amazon for $25.99 (also available with two Apple retractable chargers). 30. Some non-toxic and fragrance-free reusable shoe deodorizers you simply slip into your shoes, gym bag, or backpack, and the activated charcoal works hard to absorb and eliminate any putrid smells. Kevin Malone from The Office could have really used these before the hotel incinerated his dress shoes as a biohazard... 😭 Yi Yang / BuzzFeed Each one can be reused for up to two years. To recharge the activated charcoal, let the deodorizers sit in the sun for at least an hour once a month. To learn more, check out our full Moso shoe odor eliminator review. Moso Natural is a small business offering a range of air purification bags featuring moso bamboo-derived charcoal. Promising review:"It took two days. Only two days. The shoes I've had for work for almost a decade, full of funk, sweat, and vague scents of past sprays that didn't work (lavender-scented foot odor is not a solution), I looked for something better. I found these, got them, and put them in my shoes. I noticed a change after the first day. After day two, it was completely odor-free. Couple this with some peppermint foot/shoe spray, and these 9-year-old shoes aren't an embarrassment anymore. Amazing product. I'm getting more." — Justin Bielak Get a set of two from Amazon for $9.95. 31. A set of room-darkening velvet curtains which block out *all* the natural light flooding in from outside when it's time to enjoy a movie marathon or hit snooze on your weekend alarm. They even help regulate the temperature of your home, and also look fantastic when not in use! Promising review:"Purchased these for my studio, which is in an old mill. I wanted them for their insulating properties more than to block out the light because my studio loses a lot of heat at night due to its enormous windows. The curtains/drapes work great for both — I am especially pleased with how well they help keep the space from losing heat! Before having the curtains the space would lose about eight degrees in temperature overnight (which in the winter is a significant amount, especially in the Northeast). Now, with the curtains, the space no longer loses heat overnight! It is now so nice to go into my studio in the morning and find it still toasty warm!" — Placeholder Get them from Amazon for $33.99+ a panel (available in five sizes and 13 colors). 32. A jewelry-cleaning stick designed with an easy-dispense cleansing solution and a brush to get in all the small, hard-to-reach places on your rings, bracelets, and necklaces, so they can return to their OG shine. A perfect tool to own or even carry with you in case your favorite family heirlooms or everyday pieces are begging for a little TLC! Promising review:"I absolutely love this product. I saw it on TikTok and figured I would give it a try. My grandmother passed away almost eight years ago, and she left me her first engagement ring in her will. I have tried so many jewelry cleaners, toothpaste and toothbrush, you name it, tried everything except for sending it away to get cleaned. I ordered the Diamond Dazzle Stik on Thursday and it arrived the following Saturday, fast shipping! Today is Sunday and I cleaned my ring with the Diamond Dazzle Stik. My ring is just as shiny as it was when my grandfather bought it for my grandmother many many years ago. I will definitely use this Diamond Dazzle Stik on all my jewelry. Highly recommended!" — Heather Get it from Amazon for $9.48+ (available in two sizes). 33. A magnetic laundry guard to keep clothes, soap caps, and dryer sheets from falling into the abyss that exists behind your washer/dryer. It's adjustable and attaches with magnets, so you don't have to do any heavy lifting to set it up! Amazon Promising review:"Oh, how I love this laundry guard! I have very little counter space in my laundry room and this allows me to use all that space on top of the washer and dryer for folding clothes. No more fishing socks and underwear from behind the machines! I love it, and so does everyone else who visits and sees it for the first time. The magnets hold it in place very well. There is not a lot of shifting unless I throw something large and heavy up there, but it's an easy adjustment to get it back in place. Good quality, not flimsy at all. I highly recommend this product." — Christa Get it from Amazon for $34.95 (available in two colors). 34. A very subtle door draft stopper that doubles as a sound-proofing strip, keeping drafts from creeping in *and* the sound of your neighbor putting on their own live-action musical of Wicked down the hall. Promising review:"So easy to set up! All you do is peel tape and adhere to a CLEAN and DRY door. Also looks great, I don't even notice it. I had a huge gap under my door. I could smell and hear everything from the hallway. Smells, drafts, and sound all are less of an issue now." — Brit Suavé Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in four colors). Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
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27-01-2025
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30 Problem-Solving Items That'll Help You Say Goodbye To Old Stains And Other Household Annoyances
1. The compact Levoit air purifier that helps remove dander, dust, pollen, smoke, and daily odors from your home while barely making a peep! This is definitely a must-have for anyone who owns a pet or deals with allergies throughout the year. Promising reviews: "We retired to the Southwest US, which is just a huge dust bowl. I didn't want to be breathing in the dust, and I absolutely hate to dust furniture. So I researched air purifiers and chose this model. In order to filter dust, it seems I needed a HEPA filter, which this purifier uses. While not washable, they are able to be vacuumed, which I do about once a week so they last longer. Overall, the price for the purifier and the filters was less for this model than others I researched. I bought the large model of this purifier for the main room of our 1200 sf Townhouse and it works really well. I only have to dust every 3-4 weeks, which suits me just fine. I think the purifier is about as loud as a white noise machine, so not very loud in my opinion. My husband, who wears hearing aids, finds it noisier than I do. I bought two of the smaller version of this same purifier for the two bedrooms. While they are just a smaller version of this machine, they don't work nearly as well. It gets dusty in those rooms within days. I wish I had purchased the larger version for those rooms too. I've had all three purifiers going 24/7 for four months now and the filters are nowhere near the point where they need changing, again noting that I vacuum them weekly. So all in all, these purifiers have been very economical to use." — SuesZoo "I was skeptical any air purifier at this price could do much, but I tried it! I have a medium-sized music room for record collections and playing those records, etc. The room is about 18x18. I hate dealing with dust getting on the records and equipment. I took note of some dark items with dust on them first. Then, I cleaned those items to see if they would stay clean because it usually takes a few days to be covered again. I ran the Levoit at medium speed for two weeks solid, and those surfaces look just as clean as when I cleaned them. Does it work? Yes, it does! The lowest setting is pretty quiet, but the medium and high can be fairly loud. I turn it off during listening times." — Charles Tweedy Get it from Amazon for $99.84+ (available in black and white, plus four styles, including a WiFi-enabled version). 2. A Bissell Little Green Multi-Purpose Cleaner featuring a unique attachment that allows you to spray cleaning solution, scrub away the mess, *and* suction it all up! So when tough messes pop up around the house, you won't have to think twice about how to clean them, thanks to this portable, tote bag-sized gadget. BTW, this tool comes with an auto detailer attachment and a small bottle of ready-to-use cleaning formula, but if you need more, grab a bigger bottle for $11! Promising reviews: "This has saved me so many times. I use it mostly for my carpet and the couch. I have a cat and dog with an almost white couch, so this has been SUPER helpful. It has yet to fail me." — Amazon Customer "This little guy has been working pretty well for me so far. Raising my puppy from 8 weeks, I've had my share of things to try and get out of the carpet, from pee stains to puke to things he would knock over to the mud he would track in. This would get most of it out if I used it right away. I am happy with the way it takes out most stains." — Cece Get it from Amazon for $99.99. 3. A Baseboard Buddy, which picks up dust, dirt, and pet hair with its uniquely shaped swivel brush head and microfiber pad. The handle even extends up to 4 feet long for cleaning hard-to-reach ceilings, baseboards, or moldings. Your home will be sparkling clean! Each microfiber pad is reusable (the kit includes three!) and can be used wet or dry. Promising review:" Buy it NOW. Honestly, I had huge reservations for this thing. Yet another miracle cleaning tool that will break or bend or something. I was so wrong. It was easy to put together and I sprayed it with Mean Green and went to the baseboards. No more kneeling and no broken back. This thing is amazing. It is durable and the pad is super absorbent. I am so happy. I can't wait to do the rest of the house!" — artgirl Get it from Amazon for $24.99. 4. Plus, a pack of duster sponges — a great alternative to the always selling out Scrub Daddy Damp Duster — that allows you to clean your surfaces effectively to remove all that lingering pet hair and dust. Simply dampen it, wipe any surface, and then rinse when you're done! BuzzFeed Shopping editor Maitland Quitmeyer owns these, and here's what she has to say:"I bought a pack of these and love dusting with them! All the dust sticks right on, so you don't end up breathing in all the dust you just tried removing. It's great for baseboards, too!" Promising reviews: "This product is amazing! It makes cleaning so much easier and takes way less time! I used to hate cleaning my baseboards, but this product has made cleaning it so easy that I actually don't mind doing it anymore! It is also great for blinds as well! Definitely worth it!" — Julia "I rarely review products, but this little sponge literally changed my life! It picks up EVERYthing in one swipe! Hard water marks on your bathroom mirror, no problem! Hair clippings on your sink and counter, one swipe and they are gone! Dusty blinds? Swoosh, swoosh, swipe! And ala-presto ka-bam, like magic, they are perfect and dust-free! I just need one of these for my floors! I love, love, love how the sponge picks up everything, and with a little running water, all the dust, hair, muck, and guck just rinsed away! This will not disappoint! Thank you!" — DayDreamer Get a pack of four from Amazon for $9.99 (available in six color packs). 5. A sink cleaner and polish specifically designed to clean and restore stainless steel and porcelain sinks, so they ✨ gleam ✨ like they were just installed. It even creates a water-repellant barrier to help prevent further stains or damage from occurring, meaning you can rinse that ridiculously thick smoothie from breakfast down the drain with zero problems! This product can also be used on cast iron, corian, acrylic sinks, and more. Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping editor Maitland Quitmeyer has to say:"I bought this for my white porcelain kitchen sink and I've since texted five people about it, which is really a lot for such a boring grown-up product. It cleans beautifully, but the *best* thing about it is its ability to repel stains after cleaning. You know that thing when you rinse out your coffee cup and the coffee water just lingers in your sink and you have to purposefully rinse it out for two minutes? You don't have to do that — the coffee can't stick to the sink and just goes RIGHT down the drain. Time saved, sink clean — this is really a Virgo dream product right here." Promising review:"Holy banana peppers! This stuff ROCKS! I hate cleaning. You clean, stuff looks okay and smells nice for like an hour, and then it's as if you've never cleaned. We have a deep stainless steel sink that I love, except for the cleaning. It never looks clean, so cleaning it isn't exactly rewarding. I mean, I clean it because germs, pandemic, etc., but I don't like anything about it. I saw this on some BuzzFeed "things you should buy on Amazon" list and ordered it. And ignored it. Now, as there's a quarantine, even as an essential worker, I really have no excuse to not clean. Sigh. I splooshed some in the sink, like I did with Bar Keepers Friend liquid, and scrubbed away as usual. However, when I went to rinse, it was all sparkly and shiny and the water beaded up! I seriously made my husband and daughter come into the kitchen to look at my sparkly sink! This is the cleanest this sink has ever been, and I seriously LOVE this product! Off to order more before you all read my review and discover its true awesomeness. I didn't take any pictures before because why the heck would I do that, but believe me, the difference is amazing!!" — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $9.95+ (available in two sizes and various multipacks). 6. A WD-40 pen featuring a precision tip so you can effortlessly lubricate any squeaky door hinges without making a mess. Not to mention, it'll also help prevent the metal from rusting! Promising review: "I love WD-40 products and use them for everything. I spray on shovels to keep dirt or snow from sticking, spray around windows and thresholds to deter bugs, clean Sharpies off wood and walls, and, of course, stop squeaky doors. These small direct-point application pens are great. Keep one in the glove box, my kitchen 'junk' drawer, and the house toolbox." — BBP623 Get a three-pack from Amazon for $12.99. 7. A Dyson V8 cordless stick vacuum to put your former vacuum to shame. Not only does it take up less space, but it can be used cordlessly, handheld for smaller areas, *and* even comes with an assortment of attachments to handle any tight space or messy situation! This vacuum comes with a wall dock, charger, and five interchangeable heads: a hair screw tool, a classic cleaning head, a combination tool, and a crevice tool! I have this vacuum (technically my second), and it's my favorite cleaning tool that I own, and I hate to clean. This thing works on hardwood floors, tile, linoleum, and carpet (stone, too, if you have it)! It vacuums up dog hair like no other, and also works on thicker rugs, if necessary. IMO, it's absolutely worth it, but definitely check out our review of the Dyson V7 motorhead cordless stick vacuum. Promising review:"After one to two weeks of owning this stick vacuum, I am satisfied with it. It works well on hardwood or laminate flooring. Low power mode works well for rugs and high power mode took additional dirt out of my carpeted areas that my other vacuum was apparently not getting. It worked great in the car as well, it took everything down to almost like a new look. I was considering several other major brands in the ballpark price range and settled on this after watching several YT videos showing how well it sucks up messes that it is not even intended for. It feels like it's good quality and should last several years." — Chase Get it from Wayfair for $469.99. 8. Or a Roomba robot vacuum, which does all the hard work for you, literally sweeping around your home and sucking up crumbs, pet hair, dirt, and more while you run errands, relax, or even WFH. It can even be programmed with Alexa or Google Assistant for voice control, and this upgraded version has 18x more suction and more battery life compared to the 600 series — it even delivers map reports after cleaning! Amazon Promising reviews: "Gifted this to my mom for her birthday and needless to say it's been the best gift I've ever given her. She loves to keep the house tidy and my dad cannot vacuum due to having issues with his hands and knees, so Roomba has become a great little helper for them both. It does a great job cleaning the carpets and moving around furniture. It's very easy to open to clean out the bin. They have lovingly named the Roomba 'Daisy'." — jtwy "I got this for my boyfriend who has a a short hair cat, a long haired Maine coon cat, and a 180-pound St. Bernard. His house has never been cleaner. It's almost unreal how clean it keeps floors. Best Christmas gift ever. I want one for me now." — VeraVonVixen Get it from Amazon for $251. 9. A plant-based stainless steel cleaner that'll help remove annoying fingerprints, stains, and other miscellaneous residue that ends up on your sleek, shiny appliances. It even comes with a microfiber cloth for streak-free cleaning that delivers a shine reviewers swear lasts for days! Therapy Clean is a family-owned small business creating eco-friendly, cruelty-free cleaning supplies. Promising review:"Stop looking. This is the best. I love my stainless refrigerator but I absolutely HATE cleaning it. Until now! I have tried so many different stainless products over the years and none of them worked well. This is the only one that actually cleans like it should. I also use it to clean my stove and range hood. It makes all of them look so shiny and new. Once you try it, you won't go back to any other cleaner. It's the best!" — Shelley Get the set of cleanser and polish from Amazon for $19.95. 10. The popular Chom Chom pet hair remover — it features a patented brush design, so all you have to do is simply push back and forth to collect all the hair and lint from clothes, furniture, car seats, cat towers, etc., into a chamber. Then remove and throw all that hair away. You're going to want to have this when shedding season springs up on you! Promising review:"This thing had been popping up on my feed for a few months, but I had a hard time justifying the price. I really do hate cleaning cat hair so when I bought my new couch I thought, why not? Holy cow. This thing is magical. It used to take me 15-20 mins to vacuum my furniture. Then I'd have to pick off all the fur to clean the attachment. I only had the energy to do it once a week and my allergies are out of control (yes, I'm allergic to cats and I have two 😂). Now, I clean all my furniture at least once a day. It's so quick, and the hair is scraped off into a compartment that is easy to clean. I would marry this thing if I could, but that would be weird. So I'll just carry it down the aisle instead of a bouquet. It's worth every penny. Buy it." — Tabitha R. Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in three styles). 11. Bioclean, a hard-water stain remover that dissolves years of nasty-looking, impossible-to-clean mineral buildup and staining in your shower, toilet, tub, or faucet in a matter of minutes! This professional-quality cleaner will help restore your plumbing fixtures (and even your brick and concrete finishings) with a spray and a light scrub. One treatment can deliver results that keep repelling stains for months afterward! Plus, it has a minty scent, so your bathroom smells fresh afterwards and not like cleaning products and chemicals! Promising reviews: "LOVE THIS! I hate cleaning my bathroom and using so many chemicals that never seem to work. I saw this product and decided to try it, and WOW it was so easy to use and worked like magic on my glass shower, shower tiles and sink/faucet. Picture 1: Before cleaning Picture 2: After cleaning glass before cleaning tile floor Picture 3: After Cleaning glass and tile floor. This is definitely a must buy product!!!!" — Laura " Wow. Don't waste your time with any other formulation that you found online. I've literally tried EVERYTHING! The soap / vinegar / baking soda, the expensive store bought 'hard water cleaners.' I've scrubbed for HOURS! But this….t his product is like magic. It's kind of like a paste that you can rub on with a microfiber towel and the hard water stains literally just RUB OFF. Like butter! Seriously the easiest option I have tried yet. I stopped within the first five minutes of cleaning to do this review because I'm in shock lol. Coming from someone who never writes reviews! Take that as a sign to buy this immediately. What a game changer, I'm mad I'm just now finding this stuff lol!" — _kayla_carter Get it from Amazon for $18.76. 12. A bulb changer, which is an essential for when that lightbulb that's been there since before you moved in finally goes out. There's no need for a step stool or ladder, as this unique tool carefully grips the bulb with adjustable stabilizers, so it stays in place and screws in evenly. The gripper is sold individually, but you can also buy it with the pole in the same listing! Promising reviews: " If you read the description, they claim this product to be over-engineered and well-built. Let me tell you, they are very correct! We have a banquet center with 135 can lights in a 14-foot ceiling. It is a pain to change them. I've used many pole changers in the past, and they all were fairly effective but poorly built and had limitations. This unit is incredible!" — Brad Quevreaux "We have 10-foot ceilings, and one of our overhead floodlights was starting to blink on and off. I have an 8-foot ladder but rather than hauling that into the house and climbing up on it, I got online to see what I could find. I had an old 10-foot car wash pole, and that worked perfectly with the bulb changer — so much easier than the hassle of a ladder. After replacing my bad light, I then wondered about changing my stairway light 16 feet up from the stairs landing. Luckily, we had bought a second-story window-washing kit a couple of months ago, which included a four-piece extending pole, so I thought I would try that out and see how it would be. It's a little tricky holding steady that high up, but when the need arises, I think it'll work just fine. So all-in-all, I'm quite happy with this, and it'll make a great tool to keep stored away waiting for the next light bulb failure." — Patrick Get it from Amazon for $19.83+ (available in two styles, with or without the pole). 13. A Cerama-Bryte cooktop cleaning kit that includes an appliance cleaner, a razor blade scraper, a grip pad, and scrubber to make sure all that stuck-on red sauce from last month's pasta night finally comes off. The kit includes a 10-ounce bottle of Cerama Bryte Cooktop Cleaner, one cleaning pad, one power grip tool, and one scraper to make it a quick and easy job. Promising review:"Love, Love, LOVE this stuff! Who else hates cleaning their stove like me?? It feels like every time I clean the stove, it just gets dirty again. Well I found THE BEST clean for your stove top. I applied this once after having oil and food caked onto my stove, and within seconds of using the cloth to clean it off, it was TOTALLY clean. Seriously, this stuff is incredible. It also comes with a little scraper which is perfect for getting those little nuggets of food off your stove. Buy this won't regret it!" — Meredith B Get the kit from Amazon for $11.48+ (with one or three cleaning pads). 14. A "Shower Cat" to attach to your shower wall — perfect for anyone who sheds so much hair that the drain looks like they're raising a pack of animals. All you have to do is remember to put your loose hair (from your brush, fingers, or shower walls) here and then toss it later, so you don't have to stress about drain problems later. Shower Cat is a small business creating unique products to help prevent shower clogs. Promising review: "I first saw this product on TikTok and I knew immediately that I needed it. I just moved into a new apartment and I didn't want to be how I used to be, where I'd just let hair go down the drain and plug it eventually, or peel it off of the drain after each shower. It works great but I probably need some practice with it. I currently just floss my hair through it so it will hold them and there are a few stray hairs that don't stick. I would recommend to anyone who is tired of putting your loose strands of hair on the shower wall." — Cari Schwartzkopf Get it from Amazon for $14.95 (available in two colors). 15. A Clorox toilet wand designed to kill bacteria and viruses lurking on the inside of your porcelain throne. Simply pop on one of the refill sponge heads, scrub the inside of the bowl, and then throw it away! Cleaning the toilet *literally* couldn't be simpler. The kit includes a wand, six refill heads filled with Clorox, and a storage caddy that sits right next to toilet! The wand is easy to use and has a button to pop the used sponge head off, so you don't have to touch it — and the sponge heads are even designed specifically to fit under the rim of your toilet! Promising review:"Let's be real – cleaning toilets is a necessary evil. There is nothing that I hated doing more. I used to avoid Clorox wands due to the price of the scrubbing heads. Why spend that money when you can use your traditional toilet bowl cleaner for way cheaper? Because it makes it SO EASY. No need to deal with gloves, messy toilet bowl cleaners, keeping bristles of a brush clean, keeping the brush and container dry so it's not gross, etc. These wands take the YUCK out of cleaning it. I'd rather pay the few extra bucks each month to be less grossed out. I have one for each bathroom, but you could use one head for two toilets if you really wanted to. If you dislike cleaning toilet bowls the traditional way as much as I do, buy this product. You won't regret it." — Emily J. Get the kit (one wand and 16 scrubbers) from Amazon for $20.86. 16. And a self-cleaning toilet system, which easily installs in minutes and cleans your toilet bowl with each flush thanks to a replaceable bleach cartridge. Your "favorite" seat in the house will be so fresh and so clean each time you go to use it! Each cartridge lasts three months before needing replaced. Promising reviews: "If you hate scrubbing the toilet bowl like I do, then this product is for you. The bleach only goes into the bowl water, not the tank, so it doesn't make your tank parts disintegrate. Don't get me wrong; you still have to clean your toilet seat and stuff, but this keeps the bowl itself sparkly clean! Just love it!" — S.L. Beason " Best purchase of 2023! I've been using these on all my toilets for 60 days now and this is my review. My toilets generally get a hard water ring around them within a few days of cleaning, it was infuriating and I found myself cleaning toilets literally 2–3 times a week just to get rid of that little ring around the water line. These were so cheap I figured why not so I bought three of them and OH MY GOODNESS THEY WORK!!!!!! I've had these installed on all three of my toilets for 60 days now and from what I'm seeing I should be able to clean my toilets maybe once every two months now. I am so happy. If you have hard water buildup issues do yourself a favor and buy one of these, try it on a single toilet first just to be sure but I think you will be happy :)." — nima bean Get the kit from Amazon for $10.59. 17. A jar of the internet-beloeved The Pink Stuff, which helps you tackle the most difficult of messes in your home, like a permanent marker pop-up art piece on your wall or scuffs on your brand-new sneakers. It disappears gunk and grossness with a minimal amount of elbow grease, earning its loyal TikTok fanbase and hundreds of thousands of positive reviews. A lot of people compare it to the Magic Eraser in paste form, so even your weirdest, most stubborn stains will meet their match. Promising reviews:"This plus a Scrub Daddy is a cleaner's heaven. This stuff is amazing. I like this way more than the spray version of it, I think the clay deep cleans way better and I don't have to use as much. It smells kind of like clay, too, but it's not a bad smell. I've always hated cleaning the oven but this makes it an ease." — Jaiden "Had stains in the bathtub I could not remove for years. First time using this, the stains are gone. Pretty easy to use with Scrubb Daddy. I hate cleaning. This is a miracle product for me. And no I did not get paid to write this review. If you want stains gone from your bathtub use this. Your life will be made so much easier. Don't believe me. I don't care. Your loss, not mine." — Patricia C Tinney Get it from Amazon for $5.49. 18. A touchless paper towel dispenser for all those times you're mid-cook or mid-clean and need to dry your batter-covered or sudsy hands. This dispenses the paper towels for you, so you no longer make an even bigger mess trying to grab one with dirty hands! 😮💨 And if you don't grab the paper towel, it feeds it back up for next time! Check out a TikTok of the touchless paper towel dispenser in action. Promising review: "Do we need it? No. But it might be my favorite unnecessary gadget purchase of all time. It leaves our counter tops uncluttered, the no touch sensor lets me grab a paper towel with dirty hands, and I feel like we use less paper towels overall. It's easy to install, easy to program, and easy to replace the roll." — Mlc Get it from Amazon for $95.99+ (available in two colors). 19. A Iron Out rust stain remover, which will do away with the staining that seems to randomly appear around your drain or faucets after a few months. And all you have to do is spray it on the affected area, leave it alone as it works its "magic," and then you can wipe it away! Promising review:"My new BFFL. Guys. I hate cleaning, so anytime I find a product that makes it easier and faster, I'm in! This stuff works wonders. My sink had rust stains that I just couldn't get out, so I did what anyone would do... I walked away and pretended it didn't exist. But now, I spray this on and walk away and come back to a rust free sink. This stuff... Stop reading reviews and just buy it. You can thank us all later." — Laurane Petrarca Get a pack of two from Amazon for $19.99 (available in two sizes). 20. A set of under-bed storage bags if you need a place to put that giant eyesore pile of off-season clothing and extra bedding looming in the corner of your closet. It's taking up a lot of room, so just pack it all up and slide this bag out of sight! You can use these for clothing, bedding, artwork, toiletries, shoes, craft supplies, and more! Promising review:" These storage bags are fantastic. I live in a small apartment where storage space is at a premium. I use these to store my Costco toilet paper and paper towels, so I don't need to make as many trips to the store. It keeps them in pristine condition and out of sight. The handles make them easy to pull in and out, and they fold up nicely when not in use. I'm thinking about getting two more since four will fit under my queen bed." — Kimberly Dorn Get two bags from Amazon for $11.87+ (available in three styles and packs of four). 21. The no-scrub, bleach-free Wet & Forget weekly shower cleaner — simply spray down your shower and rinse it 8–12 hours later (definitely before your next shower) to get rid of soap scum and mildew taking over your tub or shower stall! Work smarter, not harder. Amazon, Promising review: "Let me be clear, I HATE cleaning the bathroom, all aspects of it, including the shower. At the same time, I HATE a dirty bathroom, especially the shower, since I got Lasik and can clearly see the filth and scum that until now was there but invisible to my blind eyes. Along comes Wet & Forget and holy shiny tile Batman, this stuff works! I use it weekly (unless I forget, which is part of its name oddly enough) and it really looks like I used some brute force to bring my shower to it's original glory. Get it, use dang it, don't forget it!" — Randy Bassett Get it from Amazon for $19.39+ (available in two scents and two sizes). 22. Microfiber cleaning cloths, which deliver a streak-free clean to your windows, mirrors, and other glass surfaces. You'll get your sliding glass doors so clean, you might run smack-dab into them at the sound of the ice cream truck (à la Michael Scott)! Maybe just put a sticker on there to remind you when it's closed? The set includes six blue glass cleaning cloths and two green all-purpose cloths. Their tried and true method is to clean your surface with a dampened green cloth first, and then dry with the lint-free blue one! Promising reviews:"I am obsessed with these cleaning rags. My windows have never been cleaner and there is no pile of paper towels that I am throwing away. I HATE cleaning my windows but these make it so easy. Literally the cleanest windows I have ever had. Throw them in the laundry when they get dirty. Do yourself and the planet a favor and get these. Also great on mirrors and glass table tops." — mckeeca "OMG, these things are a miracle. I've always hated cleaning my windows and shower because it was such a pain to get it streak-free and I hated using rolls and rolls of paper towels to do it. After having cleaned the windows inside my car and doing such a poor job recently I took my car to the carwash mainly to have them do that. As I was waiting for them to finish up, I started to wonder what they were using to clean the windows because they did it fast, left no streaks and only used rags. I had used rags in the past with terrible results. When I got home I started researching it and found these. They work unbelievably well and I only have to use water??? Who would have known. I've used them on my shower, windows, glass and even my stainless steel appliances. I hate cleaning my appliances!!! The only thing I ever found was polish, which was an absolute hassle and time consuming. Well, THIS WORKED FOR THAT TOO!!! It was easy, only had to use water and gave an excellent result. I wish I had figured this out a long time ago and saved myself a lot of time and irritation." — Amazon Customer 23. Sunny & Honey Carpet Miracle Cleaner for anyone whose carpets and rugs have been collecting dirt, mud, pet urine, crumbs, and more deep down in the fibers for some time now. If you're this close *pinches fingers together* to ripping up the carpet — try out this biodegradable and non-toxic cleaner (adored by over 9,000 5-star rating reviewers, BTW) and ugly cry at your carpets looking and smelling like new. Sunny & Honey is a family-run small business specializing in cleaning products, especially for pet owners' homes. Promising review:"I live in an apartment so the carpet quality is not the greatest. I had a stain that occurred from a garbage can liner leaking a long line of... I don't know what... across a four-foot piece of carpeting. No home remedies worked. Bought a steam cleaner I had been wanting and this product. I am totally amazed at how well it worked! The stain is gone. I need to add that I had tried EVERYTHING with a lot of elbow grease and nothing else worked. Whatever it was in my carpet this product was removed completely after two applications in two days!" — Cat D. Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in three scents and two sizes). 24. A fume-free oven cleaner that you simply spray, let sit, and then wipe away the hardened food drippings and splatters that you thought could never be removed. Cleaning the oven has never been easier! Promising review:"I HATE cleaning my oven and this is evident by the fact that I won't do it until it fills up with smoke when baking. I bought new appliances and I was meticulous about keeping the stove/oven clean by not using them. Well, when you're a mom, that kind of doesn't work, so I made sure to not have anything splash on the stove or in the oven when cooking and to immediately clean anything that got by me. That also only lasts so long when I work long hours, so I used to tell myself, "You'll clean it tomorrow". As you all know, that's code for someday. Weeks went by, and my stove needed cleaning, and I found the handy self-cleaning button. Let me tell you, that first time. I needed professional help the second time, so of course, I put that off until I couldn't. Got on Amazon and as I always do, I read the product description and instructions and then went straight to reviews on multiple self-proclaimed 'best oven cleaners'. This one was the one I decided to put my hard-earned money on, and it paid off! I sprayed everything the night before, and I was ready with my gloves and mask, but I didn't need them. There was no splash back when spraying and no overwhelming smell. Got up the next day, opened the oven, and 30 minutes later, it was brand new. I was so happy, and this is my go-to. I use it about once a month and do the self-clean in between. I've used it on the racks of my little toaster oven as well and the grime comes right off. I've included a before and after cause, I know pictures are worth a thousand words." — Sandra Stephens 25. A length-adjustable Furemover rubber broom that just might end up replacing your vacuum (just kidding, you'll still want to vacuum because of dirt, dust, and surface pet hair). The rubber bristles will effortlessly collect and remove all the embedded pet hair your vacuum misses and deliver the most satisfying clean you've ever seen IRL! It even has a built-in squeegee for spills! Promising review: " This thing is amazing!!! Great for area rugs, carpets, and bare floors. To say I hate sweeping is an understatement, dog hair is always floating away from the pile. This rubber broom is a game-changer, with two labs I always have dog hair to be swept up and this gets the job done without hair floating away. It creates easy-to-sweep-up piles of dirt and dog hair. Seriously just buy it, you won't regret it." — Trista Tozier Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (available in four other types/styles). 26. A set of three scrubbing attachments that powerfully remove all the grime and gunk away on tons of surfaces, from your shower to your even your gutter! Now, you won't have to get on your hands and knees, scrubbing until you're spent just to clean the soap scum staining the bottom of your tub. Drill Brush is a small biz created by a former electrician with carpal tunnel syndrome who needed a way to properly clean without causing him harm. Promising review:"I don't normally write reviews, but I have to tell everyone how much I love this product. I HATE scrubbing my bathroom because I have hard water, and trying to get hard water stains off the shower is impossible. Until now! As soon as put the brush on the surface, it just ripped through the stains as if they were cleaning dust off a floor. I wish I would have taken a picture of before and after but I forgot. Not only that, but it was so satisfying to hold the drill and watch it destroy the caked of stains. And best of all, my wrists do not ache after cleaning my shower!" — RSCOTT Get it from Amazon for $18.95 (available in six brush types for different surfaces). 27. A multi-level corner shower caddy shelf so you can organize all the soaps, shampoos, and other bath accessories currently crowding your tub ledge. It's even got an adorable little soap dish in case you prefer using a bar over liquid! Promising review:"This is great for my stand-up shower. There is no space for my things and the shower racks that hang over the showerhead were not enough. This fit perfectly in the corner and got everything I needed. Would definitely recommend." — Destinie Arguello Get it from Amazon for $24.99. 28. A self-closing, mess-free toothpaste cap, which effectively prevents your toothpaste from getting all crusty on the lid or squeezing everywhere in the sink. Parents absolutely love it for keeping nighttime routines with kiddos mess-free and delivering the *perfect* amount of toothpaste onto the brush! Promising review: "I saw these on an Amazon review video on YouTube and figured I'd give them a try because my boyfriend tends to leave the toothpaste bottle a complete mess and I can't stand it! These things have a great seal and give out a good amount of toothpaste when you squeeze it. It wipes clean very easily. So glad they come with more than one but not sure what I'll use the other ones on yet." — Kimberly C. Get a set of three from Amazon for $7.45+ (available in seven color combos and larger quantities). 29. A top-rated, no-scrub mold and mildew removing gel — it removes gross-looking stains from grout and caulk in your bathroom overnight. Tackling those stubborn, persistent, revolting spots isn't an impossible task anymore, and you can avoid breaking the bank for someone else to re-caulk your bathroom! Promising reviews: "I bought this product after seeing it on BuzzFeed. I wasn't sure it was going to work, but took the chance as I hate scrubbing my shower grout. I was surprised that it actually worked. The application was easy. The rinse-off was easy and I was left with the whitest looking grout! Ten out of ten would buy again!" — JAMIE A "I CANNOT emphasize enough that this stuff works MAGIC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I wish I had taken before photos, because when I say magic, I mean UTTER WITCHCRAFT. The caulking around my tub was staining moldy, but a little hit of this, and it was GLOWING WHITE like we had just recaulked. I recommended it to my aunt, whose house was built in the 1970s, so her tub caulking stains were over 40 years in the making, and she was going to pay someone to come in to strip the caulk and do it over new. I told her no need — just use some of this stuff! Worked like witchcraft AGAIN!!!! Her caulking is also glowing white now, and she's recommending it to HER friends now!!! This stuff is so good you'll recommend it to everyone you know. No caulking stains are too deep for this!!!!!!" — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $14.99. 30. A chemical-free gnat trap, which does all the work for you by using a UV light to attract any flies, gnats, mosquitoes, and other flying pests that are lurking around and invading your space. The best part? You don't have to see any of the grossness until you throw it out! This indoor trap offers 400 square feet of protection. Promising review: "My apartment complex has had an outburst of flies and gnats lately. Bought this and it changed my life. No more fly swatter, no more looking around endlessly, trying to find those pesky flies. No more trying to be a fly samurai. This thing works and it works GREAT! I have bought two more since then and additional glue pads. I am a forever customer." — Jose Fernandez Get it from Amazon for $14.19. Reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.
