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Hans India
8 hours ago
- General
- Hans India
Safe and Simple Ways to Remove Stickers from Crockery Without Scratching
If you've ever wrestled with a stubborn price tag or decorative label clinging to your crockery, you know how frustrating it can be. Not only do these stickers leave behind an unsightly sticky residue, but aggressive removal methods often scratch or damage the surface of your plates, mugs, or bowls. Fortunately, there's no need to reach for harsh chemicals or scrubbers. Your kitchen already holds the secret to a safer, scratch-free solution. These six gentle and effective techniques use everyday items to help you restore your crockery's shine—without compromising its look or quality. 1. White Vinegar Magic Soak a cotton ball or paper towel in white vinegar and press it onto the sticker for about 15 minutes. The mild acidity helps dissolve the adhesive, making it easier to peel the sticker off cleanly. 2. Olive or Vegetable Oil A dab of olive or vegetable oil directly on the sticker can loosen adhesive within 5–10 minutes. After soaking, gently wipe away the residue using a soft sponge or cloth. 3. Contact Cleaner Spray A light spray of contact cleaner can be very effective. Let it sit for a few minutes before removing the sticker with your fingers or a soft spatula. Rinse with warm soapy water to finish. 4. Baking Soda + Coconut Oil Paste Mix equal parts baking soda and coconut oil to create a gentle paste. Apply to the sticker area, wait a bit, then rub lightly with a cloth. The sticker should lift without scratching the surface. 5. The Pink Stuff Paste Known for its mild abrasive yet non-damaging formula, The Pink Stuff contains vegetable oil that softens glue while removing residue. It's a reliable cleaner for delicate kitchenware surfaces. 6. Hot Soapy Water Soak If all else fails, immerse the crockery item in hot, soapy water for 15–20 minutes. The combination of heat and dish soap helps loosen stickers for effortless removal. Next time you encounter a sticky situation with your favorite dishware, skip the harsh scrubbing and try one of these kinder, more effective methods instead. Your crockery—and your sanity—will thank you.
7NEWS
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- 7NEWS
Best lazy cleaning buys: Best Picks reveals the six cleaning buys to give you a spotless home without any stress
Let's be honest, most of us would rather scroll through oddly satisfying cleaning videos than actually scrub the shower ourselves. In fact, 72 per cent of Gen Z say they'd rather watch binge-cleaning on TikTok than pick up a mop. And you know what? Fair enough. Cleaning is boring. It's repetitive, sweaty and almost always left to the very last minute. But there's something undeniably satisfying about seeing your space go from chaos to calm, especially when it doesn't take hours or three different sprays to do it. That's why a new wave of high-performance tools and cleaners are going viral. These are the clever gadgets designed for people who want a spotless space without the effort, tools that think, scrub and suck so you barely have to lift a finger. From dirt-sensing vacuums to viral TikTok faves, here are some top-rated buys Aussies are adding to their carts right now. 1. Scrub Daddy Damp Duster, $3.95 Amazon Australia Yes, the one from TikTok. This spongey, ridged duster traps dust like a magnet — no spray needed. Just run it under water, squeeze it out and swipe over skirting boards, blinds or TV units. It's weirdly fun and very addictive. 2. Shark PowerDetect Cordless Vacuum, $849.99 at Shark Too tired to deep clean? This cordless vacuum literally does the thinking for you. It detects how dirty your floor is and adjusts the suction on the go. It's like having a cleaning assistant with a sixth sense. 3. The Pink Stuff, $8.70 at Amazon Australia There's a reason this miracle paste has a cult following. It can clean ovens, sinks, shower tiles and more without harsh chemicals or much scrubbing. Bonus: it smells amazing, and the pink tub is very cute. 4. Shark MessMaster Portable Wet/Dry Vacuum, $249.99 at Shark One minute you're cleaning up cereal, the next it's pet hair, sand or some unknown car mess. This compact cordless vac handles wet and dry messes in seconds, no cords, no buckets, just grab and go. 5. ECOVACS DEEBOT N20 Black, was $749, now 299 at ECOVACS The ultimate lazy-girl cleaning hack. Let a robot vacuum your house while you're at brunch. This smart little unit maps out your home and navigates like a pro, and right now it's 60 per cent off. 6. Shark StainStriker Stain and Spot Cleaner was $249.99, now $195 on Amazon Australia Red wine, pasta sauce, mystery pet stains, gone. This dual-spray technology lifts stains from rugs, couches and more without scrubbing. It's the stain remover you'll actually reach for (and it works fast). The truth is, most of us don't want to spend hours scrubbing; we just want things to be clean.
Buzz Feed
6 days ago
- General
- Buzz Feed
Say 'So Long' To Small But Devastatingly Irritating Home Issues With These 27 Products
An exhaust fan that's gonna hold onto *way* less dust than the gross grated fan you've got looming over your toilet today. Replace the grate with this (you can still use the same fan system inside!) and treat yourself to a small upgrade that's gonna make a big difference. A pack of wall plant clips (a whopping SIXTY of them, in fact) sure to delight pothos-lovers who have vines wrapped around every nook and cranny of their living room, just waiting for the day when they can spread out around the house. These gentle clips are paint-safe and sticky on the back, so you can display vines without using nails or aesthetic-killing clips. A trio of wall-mounted amber bottles complete with matching labels so your shampoo, conditioner, and body wash are off the sides of the tub and displayed in a far more practical, clean, and aesthetic(!!) manner. An elegant switch plate cover for sprucing up your space if the fixer-upper you own needs updates from top to bottom. These inexpensive plate covers were *made* for making bland walls look bold. A bottle of drywall repair putty with a quick-use applicator. If looking at your drywall's imperfections is a pet peeve that makes you feel like you're gonna ~crack,~ this simple solution is made for you! An adjustable bakeware rack to keep your kitchen tools upright and at-the-ready so you aren't playing a risky game of Jenga every time you need your casserole dish. A pack of six furniture markers that's gonna delight your kids when you tell them they actually ~can~ draw on the furniture. A drywall repair kit so you can save your walls from the "save" your goalie made the *one* time you let your kids play ball in the house. A fabric defuzzer that'll clean up the aging, cat-scratched arm of your favorite sofa you can't stand looking at in its sad state a moment longer. The Pink Stuff All-Purpose Floor Cleaner for folks who know The Pink Stuff could be the *only* stuff. Try out their floor cleaner and transform your brown grout into the white grout it actually is. An herb keeper that'll make your fridge look put together by eliminating the grocery store plastic bags you were previously keeping produce in *and* help prevent your refrigerator from becoming a graveyard for well-intentioned grocery purchases. A microwave cleaner — it's gonna save your microwave from your messiest leftovers. Bring it on, chili. A snazzy faux book display made out of reclaimed materials. This sneaky storage space is hollowed out, so it'll hide unsightly cords (or that pile of mail you don't know what to do with). This'll make your shelves look spick-and-span this summer — without any organizational effort. A roll of peel-and-stick subway tile backsplash so you can add some charm to an otherwise ~nothing~ wall. If your kitchen has no windows to speak of and you are sick of staring into that bland abyss while doing dishes, give your space some character with this renter-friendly *and* heat-resistant sticker setup! They interlock and stick directly onto the walls — no muss, no fuss. A stainless steel cleaner to wipe up grease, stains, and fingerprints you've just accepted as part of the atmosphere at this point. Now that you've noticed those grubby little splotches, snag this and make them disappear faster than you're able to say "cleaning the kitchen sucks." Turns out, it doesn't have to with this stuff. A Chomp wall cleaner complete with a baseboard duster, dry dust and wet mop cleaning pads, and a microfiber cover. With this telescoping tool, you can finally dust and scrub high windowsills, vent covers, and age-old stains on your ceiling. Plus, you can clean your baseboards without bending (and breaking) your back. A bottle of Bring It On — a cleaning solution your bathroom mirror is practically begging you to buy. If all the toothpaste, water spots, runaway hairspray, and splotchy skincare gunk that's stuck to your mirror has you feeling unsettled, this all-natural cleaner is gonna clear that up in seconds. An almond-scented wood polish and cleaner kit (with an included microfiber cloth) formulated with a grime-busting and wood-safe mineral oil that'll easily wipe away buildup on wood surfaces and restore their finish. Other natural cleaners often include beeswax or orange oil, which can leave surfaces sticky and require a second cleaning after use — this natural option is a one-stop shop! Sweet. A touch-up paint pen because scuffs make things look dirtier, no matter how clean they may be, and that one scuff mark on your wall has been MOCKING you for weeks now. Yes, trying to put up a shelf on your own ended in disaster. Thank you for reminding me, scuff mark! A grout stain remover so you can stop being ~groutchy~ about the grim state your bathroom tile is in. Concrete paint in a satin silver-gray epoxy to make worn, weathered patios and walkways look pretty much pristine. Plus, it's easy to clean and won't scuff or fade! A ceiling fan carbon filter for grabbing dust, pollen, smoke, dander, and other allergens as the fan spins. It sticks to the fan blade and is unnoticeable — but you may notice the difference in the air! A crack weeder tool designed to get those basically immortal weeds that grow THROUGH your concrete sans plant-killing chemicals. It fits into tiny, tight spaces and snatches up that unsightly stuff! An enamel paint you can paint *directly* onto metal appliances that are really showing their age. We're talkin' the fridge, bed frames, washers and dryers, dishwashers, the bathtub... turn back time and watch as your appliances magically look brand-new. A pair of linen café curtains reviewers use both over their windows as a way to create privacy (while still letting in light!) *and* as a gorgeous upgrade to unsightly storage spaces or appliances. Looking at you, ugly dishwasher... but not for long! A ChomChom pet hair remover roller — this is gonna pick up fur and lock it inside the roller, making cleanup a breeze. Plus, it doesn't lose its effectiveness with heavy use, so you can remove fur whenever the heck you want instead of waiting until your furniture is so covered it looks like a new pet altogether. A 10-piece set of drawer organizers so you can breathe a sigh of relief after turning *that* drawer into an organized masterpiece. No more stabbing yourself with a loose pair of scissors while looking for the (measuring tape, toothpicks, car keys... it's all in that drawer) thing you need.
Buzz Feed
19-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Buzz Feed
26 Products So Your Home Is Always Ready For Guests
A stylish shoe storage solution so you don't even need to think about lugging shoes into your closet before your guests arrive. (Have you ever been caught throwing shoes into your closet between your legs like a digging dog? Nope, just me?) It can store 12 pairs of shoes on its two racks, and the chic design makes it a perfect entryway table for dropping your keys, lighting a candle, or offering a breath mint for your visitors. An adorable waterproof laundry hamper in case you need to throw your dirty laundry (or that mound of lightly worn clothes you don't feel like washing or hanging back up) out of sight while running around like a headless chicken because your situationship just texted they'll be over in 10. This hamper even comes with a lid, so no one will see (or smell) all of those dirty socks you've been meaning to wash. Eufy's robotic vacuum — similar to the Roomba iRobot but more affordable — that'll quietly clean your hard floors and carpets so you won't need to run around tripping on a wired vacuum while people are walking up your driveway. It has a super slim profile to get under short tables and a powerful suction ability that'll *keep* your floors clean — you'll see dust you didn't even know was there. One less task for you to do every day! Some Scrubbing Bubbles toilet cleaning gel stamps because these gels freshen and fight stains with every flush, so you won't even have to *think* about cleaning the toilet before all your friends arrive for that impromptu reality TV night. Each stamp eliminates odor and can last up to 12 days, so you won't be caught gloved-up scrubbing the throne when the doorbell rings. Hope's Perfect Sink cleaner that'll impress guests with how sparkly your kitchen sink will look (even though you haven't washed it in days). The formula creates an invisible, water-repellent barrier that'll keep your sink squeaky clean for much longer! And it'll help replace that *lingering* dirty sink smell with a fresh lemony scent so that when your guests stroll by, they don't think it's the scent of whatever you're cooking. A quiet, remote-controlled essential oil diffuser because looking good starts by smelling good, and that includes your living space. You can set the mood by choosing between seven LED color options and adjusting the mist level (masking the fact that you forgot to put on deodorant in the cleaning chaos). With a full tank of water, this diffuser can mist for up to 18 hours — enough to keep your living room smelling like an orange grove or pine forest for the entire get-together. The cult-fave The Pink Stuff, aka a trustworthy solution when you need to quickly scrub down your stovetop that's covered in bacon grease from yesterday's breakfast. You can brush off the compliments like, "Oh yeah, my kitchen always looks this clean," while internally praising the *magic power* of this miracle paste that tackles dirt, grime, and stains. They'll never have to know you're make sure they always give you that 15-minute heads up. A Levoit air purifier to keep your air free of odors, dust, lint, hair, and, yes, pet dander — very helpful if your friend who always reminds you that she's *highly allergic to cats* is coming over to your feline-invested house. Just keep this purifier working quietly in the background and take a deeeep breath of clean, fresh air before the hectic hosting begins. A ChomChom pet hair remover when there's no time to whip out the vacuum cleaner, but your furry friend has turned your white couch beige with all their fur. It's a cult-followed item for good reason — just roll the brush on your couch or carpet as it magically collects all that hair, and you can easily empty it to reuse! A spare set of Beckham Hotel Collection pillows for when that casual night out for dinner turns into a bar crawl, and you have some unexpected overnight guests crashing at your place. These plush, breathable pillows feel like resting on a cloud, so your friends won't even be concerned that they're not tucked away in their own bed — in fact, don't be surprised if they show up again next week. And a bedside water carafe to quench their thirst when they wake up at 3 a.m. after one too many glasses of wine. Just place this glass jar near wherever they'll be sleeping beforehand, and you've won the Best Host Ever award! Seriously real-looking fake tulips because there's no way you have time to run out to the store and pick up some flowers to brighten up your space. Just throw a little water into a vase, plop in these silky faux flowers, and no one will know the difference. Cater to your monochrome vibe or get wild with a multicolor bundle to add a little ~pizzazz~ to your home! A 50-pack of disposable lettered hand towels that'll keep you prepared for any surprise drop-bys when you haven't had a chance to pull out the guest towels that no one is normally allowed to use. There's something about a little personalization and the convenience of a disposable option that really impresses me with a maybe that's just me. Reviewers also say they feel really nice and thick — talk about luxe! A small wicker basket for storing extra TP so your guests never have to ask you for more — we all know how embarrassing that can be. You could even fill it with your boujee soaps and lotions for an adorable way to *pretend* you're always ready for guests. A stair storage bin just *perfect* to contain the never-ending pile of stuff you toss on the stairs and swear you'll take up on your next trip (but never do). Now all you'll have to do is bring the basket upstairs in one trip instead of scrambling to balance every book, shoe, charger, and random gadget in your arms over many trips. Stackable storage bins to haphazardly "clean up" all of your kids' toys so they look nice and organized — but really are just thrown together in the same basket. Fill the bins up with anything you want to get out of the way, and the mess will basically be hidden in plain sight. And if you happen to have a free closet, you can even roll this away and no one will be the wiser! A protective spray in case your little ones seem to always leave a new set of fingerprint smudges around your house, and you've been losing the war of clean surfaces for too long — now you won't even need to bother with a last-minute wipe-down. This product creates a ceramic coating on stainless steel and glass that lasts for up to *12 months* so dirty appliances, windows, and mirrors aren't even a consideration when friends come to call. A faux leather storage ottoman for hiding any random clutter in your living room, because according to your aunt (who points out every detail you should have perfected), it's not supposed to look like you actually live in this room of your own freaking house. The reversible lid is also so convenient for hosting — you can use the cushioned side as an extra seat during charades or the sturdy wooden side as a side table during cocktail hour! A freestanding coat rack that'll serve as the cutest and easiest "catch-all" space instead of that random (but for some reason, distinctly designated) chair in your home you use to pile up all the jackets and scarves you don't want to hang up. This'll keep your entryway looking polished and organized with 12 hooks for your hats, bags, and jackets — and even a spot for umbrellas. A paraben-free soy wax candle for that oh-so-luxurious final touch of jasmine, oud, and sandalwood, because people who are put together always seem to have a candle burning. You know what they say, fake it until you make it! The cotton wick ensures a ~slow burn~ (which is just as important in candles as it is in romance novels) — and some reviewers say it fills the room with an amazing scent even when it's not lit! Some floor pillows so you'll have extra seating in a pinch, like when your cousin forgets to mention he's bringing his new girlfriend to game night. Just throw these cushioned, cozy floor pillows out and there'll be a seat at the table for everyone. A Swiffer PowerMop for any last-minute touches, because even though there's no bucket or wringing involved, the fresh, clean scent and spotless floor could have fooled me! This can save so much effort in cleaning your floors so that it's not a daunting task, but instead an easy chore to check off the list every time. A set of two refillable, diamond-cut glass hand soap dispensers that are a dead giveaway you love to host, simply by the fact that you actually take your soap out of the plastic bottle it comes in — impressive. It's also durable for protection against the more aggressive hand washers who come to visit. A floral-and-gold resin coaster pretty enough to leave out 24/7 and not just when you're scared about little kids (or your lifelong friends) coming over and putting a wet drink down on your nice furniture — the horror of a ring on a wooden table. A mini bar cart you can keep stocked with supplies for anything from a Hugo spritz to a good 'ol vodka cran so your home bar is ready to host at all times. If you don't drink alcohol but are really into your morning cup of joe, you can also make the coolest coffee station with every syrup and fancy mug on the market! Maybe it'll even put the Dunkin' setup to shame. And finally, a countertop ice maker because there's not a second to spare to grab ice from the store, but we all know a lukewarm bev is the ultimate party killer. In only six minutes, you'll have your first batch (about nine cubes) of bullet ice so you can get the party started and serve some kickass cocktails with zero ice tray slamming *or* overnight prep involved. Now you'll *truly* mean it when you say, "My pleasure!" All right, now it's time to embrace your inner Monica Geller and get to cleaning! 15 minutes on the Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
Buzz Feed
19-07-2025
- General
- Buzz Feed
27 Places In Your Home That You Should Probably Clean
THE PLACE: Doors! THE PRODUCT: A pack of melamine sponges that can rid years' worth of handprints from the surface area around door knobs. All it takes is some warm water and a few seconds of scrubbing. *And* a pack of 20 sponges costs less than $15. THE PLACE: Your washing machine because the place doling out "clean" laundry should, well, probably be clean itself. THE PRODUCT: A pack of washing machine cleaning tablets that remove built-up detergent scum and various gunk to keep your expensive washing machine in tip-top shape. Add a tablet, run a normal wash cycle, and your work here is done. THE PLACE: Dryer vents because clogged vents = longer drying times = higher utility bills = less money in your bank account. THE PRODUCT: A dryer vent cleaning system if you've noticed clothes requiring an extra dry cycle. Accumulated lint might be the reason, and this removes that build-up in ducts up to 12 feet long. Promising review: "This thing worked AMAZING. I got a TON of lint out of my vent piping, my dryer works better now and runs cooler, and drying time has been reduced. I was amazed at how much lint build-up there was!" —Allen L GroomsGet it from Amazon for $29.99. THE PLACE: Your baseboards. I can envision it already: decades-old dust. THE PRODUCT: A Baseboard Buddy that easily remove dust and debris from crevices. The kit includes one Baseboard Buddy and three reusable pads that can be used wet or dry. Plus, the pads are microfiber and will trap and lock dirt. THE PLACE: Ovens coated with years-long grime build-up. THE PRODUCT: A tub of The Pink Stuff, an all-purpose paste capable of tackling your most pesky cleaning problems. Caked-on grease clinging to your oven will all but vanish, with no elbow grease required (an ideal cleaning situation). PLACE: Range hood filters. If they're coated in grime, they're not able to properly do their job. THE PRODUCT: A multi-purpose OxiClean powder for getting grease off of range hood filters. It's even got the bandwidth to revitalize brickwork, bid adieu to makeup and oil stains on your favorite dress, or lift red wine stains from your living room accent chair. Promising review: "I use very hot water, add this stuff, and put the range hood filter in it. After about 30 minutes, there's already a lot of grease and dirt floating in the water by itself. If you shake it vigorously, even more grease comes off! The effect is really noticeable! I'm so excited; I can finally have a clean kitchen! And this isn't just for cleaning the kitchen; it can also wash clothes. It feels like it can do everything!!" —NamelessGet it from Amazon for $14.23 (available in two styles). PLACE: Your walls, currently coated in years worth of scuff marks and dirt. THE PRODUCT: A long-handle wall cleaner with four extension poles so you can deep clean hard-to-reach areas and eradicate scuff marks and kid's sticky fingerprints. This kit comes with a ceiling cleaner, baseboard duster, dry duster, and wet cleaning mop. Promising review: "Do you envy your friends and the fact that their walls are always spotless? Do your kids use the walls as their personal napkins or jungle gym? Are you tired of spending hours a day cleaning? Fret no more - this really does the trick! Seriously though, I was tired of seeing spots and stains on our walls. I even changed our builder-grade flat paint to a nice eggshell grayish that everyone seems to love. But we still had issues with scuffs and marks. This 'wall mop' has been a life and time saver!!" —Savannah WilsonGet it from Amazon for $39.97. THE PLACE: That trusty memory foam mattress you splurged on three years ago. The one your body rests on for a minimum of seven hours a night. THE PRODUCT: A mattress vacuum equipped with a UV light to obliterate scary bacteria *and* a suction cup design that traps dust and mites. And if you think this is wildly unnecessary and ridiculous, I dare you to take a long hard look at your bare mattress. Go ahead. Tell me you don't want to sneeze just looking at it. Promising review: "So I brought this originally for my son, who gets really bad allergies to dust. At first, we didn't know what was causing this until someone told me to check our beds and furniture. Even though we change our bedsheets regularly, there will be dust left over. So I decided to give this a try and they were right! I couldn't believe how many mites and how much dust there was. I took my time cleaning everyone's bed and our sofa, which was easy to use and light. My son hasn't had a reaction in a while, which means this product works for my family!" —LisaGet it from Amazon for $79.99+ (available in two colors). THE PLACE: Cat trees and dog beds covered in copious amounts of fur that no amount of vacuuming can solve. THE PRODUCT: A lint roller for a grossly satisfying gadget that's capable of picking up every speck of gunk plastered onto your furniture. This is excellent for collecting dog hair from both human furniture or pet beds *and* revitalizing cat trees to look good as new. Promising review: "I'm a fur-mom of five cats and two dogs, so I know all about animal hair on everything. And I was very skeptical about this purchase, but I figured why not? Nothing else is working very well. Holy moly. I have a well-loved old cat tree that I've tried vacuuming and lint rollers, and had finally resolved myself to it being cat hair carpet. This sucker grabs hair so good that my cat trees almost look newish!" —spztckttnGet it from Amazon for $23.98. THE PLACE: Windowsill and sliding door bases. Ew. THE PRODUCT: A cleaning brush kit to draw out the dust hidden in plain under your nose. Literally. A few passes with these compact, handheld brushes and woosh! Perhaps now you won't be inhaling allergy mites with every breath you take. This five-piece kit comes with a track cleaning brush, a tile lines brush, a window blind duster, a 2-in-1 windowsill sweeper, and a hand-held groove gap brush. Promising review: "We just moved and the previous owners of our new house left us a wonderful amount of dust and dirt to clean. I was originally looking for just a vent cleaner and stumbled upon these multi-kits. The price point is amazing, and it really does seem like a do-it-all all kit." —Ty Loli Get it from Amazon for $13.99. THE PLACE: Glass light fixtures that are supposed to brighten up your home. Supposed to. THE PRODUCT: A pack of microfiber cloths for a lint- and streak-free finish on glassware, windows, and yes, that includes light fixtures that have been permanently covered in a layer of dulling grime. The best part is you don't even need a cleaning solution! A bit of water combined with one of these cloths is all you'll need. Promising review: "If you have any glass light fixtures in your home you absolutely need this product. I don't think the fixture was this clear even when I bought it, and the best part is it's just using water and the two rags." —Lisa Collins Get a pack of eight from Amazon for $18.98. THE PLACE: Inside your dryer lint trap. Immediately. THE PRODUCT: A vacuum hose attachment in which multiple reviewers (multiple!) swear they pulled out whole socks from their lint traps. Clogged vents = longer drying times = higher utility bills = less money in your bank account to put toward, say, more Seamless takeout. Promising review: "This thing is seriously amazing. I figured out how to use it very quickly and it worked like a charm. I had a sock stuck wayy down in my vent and would've had no idea! I still can't believe how much lent and dust came out of my dryer. My husband is already talking about other uses for this unique tool, like getting into tight spaces in our cars." —J. JohnsonGet it from Amazon for $16.99 (available in five colors). THE PLACE: Sink faucets and showerheads that are covered in actual grime. THE PRODUCT: A jug of CLR (calcium, lime, and rust remover) to finally rid sink faucets and showerheads of dreadful hard water build-up. TL;DR: Photos are worth a thousand words so I suggest taking a gander at the below. Promising review: "The photo says it all. I have tried so many things to get the hard water build-up off of this faucet and nothing works. It's hard as a rock! I left it soaking for about an hour in a non-diluted mix and was able to scrub it all off easily. So happy and going to use this for other hard water issues in our house." —Mar Get it from Amazon for $11.99. THE PLACE: The appliance responsible for deep cleaning the cutlery you put in your mouth every day — the dishwasher. THE PRODUCT: Affresh cleaning tablets because how can you get clean, glistening dishes if the dishwasher itself is *gag* covered in grime? Answer: You can't. These babies are here to help. Simply pop one in, put on the rinse cycle, and continue watching your show. Easy peasy. Promising review: "I had tried lots of white vinegar for two cycles in my 20-year-old dishwasher for the cloudy and powdery dinginess it had started doing, and it only helped about 30%. We have very hard water. This zapped the buildup, and the glass is clear again, and colored plastics no longer have the powdery-like coating. So glad I took a chance on this!" —J. HoldenGet a pack of six from Amazon for $8.99+ (also available in a pack of two). THE PLACE: Car vents and keyboards, both of which have an alarming amount of debris trapped inside. THE PRODUCT: A jar of TICARVE Dust Cleaning Gel for trapping said goo hunk, dust mites, and dirt with relish. And in moments. I don't know who needs to hear this Dorito trapped between the J and K key? You might want to get rid of it. Promising review: "When I first saw this product, I thought, 'No way is that really going to work,' but for the price, it was worth a try. I got it within two days of purchasing it — and it truly works. I immediately used it on my laptop keyboard and my PC keyboard. It really did pull all of the dust and whatnot out from in between the keys. It feels damp to your skin and doesn't really leave a residue, the smell is not harsh and is really barely there (not like an antiseptic or harsh chemical at all). I really like it." —BRickardGet it from Amazon for $9.99. THE PLACE: The Keurig that's been pumping out your morning caffeine for the better part of three years. THE PRODUCT: Cleaning cups that'll deep clean said coffee machine (#poetry) within minutes. Simply pop this biodegradable cleaner in as you would a cup of caffeine and proceed to marvel at the gunk that's made its way into your daily cup of joe. Promising review: "We've had our Keurig for a few years, and with the exception of using only filtered water and dispensing hot water every so often, we've never cleaned the needle or K-Cup area. I used three cleaning cups back to back, and WOW, our machine was dirty! I'm so happy I purchased these! I'll be keeping up on cleaning these more often." —Heather GarciaGet a six-pack from Amazon for $9.95. THE PLACE: Garbage. Disposal. Ohmygod. THE PRODUCT: A Glisten foaming cleaner to neutralize the funky odors coming from said garbage disposal (*yuck*). This lemon-scented stuff requires absolutely no effort and two simple steps: turn on hot water, add the cleanser. Promising review: "I went on a trip, and when I came back, there was this foul odor coming from my garbage disposal (even though we didn't leave any dishes on the sink), and I tried every home remedy I could think of to get rid of the smell, but nothing did. So I turned to the internet, and immediately, these seemed like the best choice for an okay price. I followed the instructions carefully, and within a minute, I saw the foam rise up and then go back down — awful smell FINALLY GONE!" —A.L. Get it from Amazon for $5.29+ (available in two sizes). THE PLACE: Air conditioners, fans, and window blinds... you get the idea. THE PRODUCT: An adjustable duster brush because the amount of dust that can accumulate in narrow vents is *cough* genuinely disgusting. And don't worry, cleaning said crevices requires but a few minutes of your time and just a flick or two of the wrist. This handy dandy tool comes with five microfiber cloths, meaning you'll be able to clean your whole darn house in one review: "This product is AMAZING! You can clean both sides of two blinds at once and grip them firmly to get ALL of the dust off. Plus, it comes with five covers so that no matter how dirty your blinds are, you'll be able to finish dusting your whole house! I also love that you can wash the covers and don't have to waste money on refills." —SarahGet it from Amazon for $10. THE PLACE: The silicone sealants in your bathroom. THE PRODUCT: A stain cleaner that clings to silicone sealants (so the thin area around your shower head, in between your tiles, etc.) and effectively banishes mold and mildew to the pits of heck forever, which is where they rightfully belong. Someone contact Dante and let him know we've got another inferno contender. Promising review: "You guys. I'm embarrassed to even show you this. The grout around our tub was DISGUSTING. It was never caulked right and it got gross very quickly. I would scrub. The cleaning lady would scrub. It would get worse. Well, I came across this in a BuzzFeed list, and this stuff made me curious. I don't know why it doesn't have 10,000 good reviews. Seriously. All I did was squeeze it on and walk away. I let it sit overnight. Check this out. Buy it. Like today." —KarynBGet it from Amazon for $14.99. THE PLACE: The fancy water bottle you use every day and have decorated with stickers but have cleaned, oh, maybe once. Or any other long chambers with hard-to-reach bottoms... think vases. THE PRODUCT: Bottle-cleaning tablets that quickly remove all that funky, gross, probably-starting-to-smell build-up in hard-to-reach areas. These are biodegradable, chlorine-free, and require absolutely no effort or scrubbing. The results are so. damn. satisfying. to look at. Promising review: "I seriously can't believe how well these little tablets work. I had the most disgusting Hydro Flask coffee mug — I tried everything. A bottle brush, different kinds of soap, vinegar, EVERYTHING, and there was still a seemingly impenetrable layer of black sludge inside. I let a tablet sit in each of my mugs for an hour or two, and the black sludge rinsed out COMPLETELY without even scrubbing. They look brand new. What a magical product. No weird smell or taste afterward, either. I liked it so much that I used it on another Hydro Flask I use primarily to hold my Bloody Mary mix in the fridge. I couldn't put anything else in it because it would always taste like spicy tomato juice. Bottle Bright to the rescue! No residual smell or taste anymore. AMAZING AMAZING AMAZING." —Amazon CustomerGet a pack of 12 tablets from Amazon for $7.99. THE PLACE: If you are so lucky, the jets in your hot tub. THE PRODUCT: An Oh Yuk cleaner with results so fantastic, they'll both satisfy and concern you: This lures out all the hidden grime lurking in your tub, aka the kind that was absolutely present when you took that last "relaxing" bath. Run your bath, add this jet cleaner, have allllllll the grime come out of said jets, and then wipe down your tub. BOOM! You're review: "OK, so I love to clean, and I run bleach through the jets prob twice a month on top of my daily weekly cleaning. And I was skeptical about how this product could get any cleaner than I thought it was. Well, I am here to tell you this pic is after the second cleaning with this cleaner!!!! I am a believer and would highly recommend this product to anyone with a jetted tub!!" —Momof2greatboysGet it from Amazon for $17.84. THE PLACE: The back of your beloved cookware. THE PRODUCT: A non-abrasive Bar Keepers Friend cleansing and polishing powder that will destroy years of icky build-up on all of your porcelain, copper, glass, tile, stainless steel, plastic, and brass. Time to grab your cookware set, folks, because the after photos are about to get good. Promising review: "We've all seen products that claim to be the 'best' at whatever they are intended for. All too often, we are sadly disappointed by a product that falls far short of these audacious claims. Bar Keepers Friend is not one of these products. While I'm no barkeep, I can honestly state that I am impressed with the cleaning power of this product. I've used it on my glass-top stove, on metal pots and pans, and even some of those heavily stained aluminum baking pans that tend to turn brownish after use. This product cleaned them with very little effort on my part. I tend to sprinkle just a little on whatever I am going to clean, and then, using a clean paper towel or other nonabrasive cloth with a bit of moisture, I then wipe the area until the stains lift up and out. A few extra passes to remove any remaining cleaning powder/product and I'm off to other chores. I seldom have to use this, but when I do, it is quick and efficient." —Steven M. Get a pack of two from Amazon for $13.50. THE PLACE: The grout between kitchen and bathroom floor tiles. Surprise — it's not supposed to be that shade of dark grey. THE PRODCT: A water-based tile pen that'll transform the chore of grout cleaning into a fun activity reminiscent of filling in the pages of an adult coloring book. Consider mold banished after a few swipes of this nontoxic formula, which releases anti-bacterial agents with each pass. Promising review: "These things are awesome! I cleaned my bathroom tile grout first because the lady who lived there before me really let it go. A few places stayed stained, and I was worried it wouldn't cover them, but all grout areas are bright white and look new after using this." —Donna K Cook Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in a wide or narrow tip). THE PLACE: Cutting boards and butcher blocks. THE PRODUCT: An food grade mineral oil to help restore and protect wood and bamboo surfaces. Simply add a few drops of this odorless oil to protect surfaces from drying, cracking, or smelling. This oil is also great for butcher blocks, countertops, knives, and more! Promising review: "My husband is a professional sous chef and he was absolutely AMAZED with the end result. As many may be able to imagine, our cutting boards are used heavily and frequently. One treatment and the wood grain popped and, aside from visible blade strikes from years of use, our cutting block roared back to a deep and rich-looking wood." —Vanessa GrazianoGet it from Amazon for $11.29. THE PLACE: Bathroom sinks and shower drains, especially if water isn't going down as quickly as it should. THE PRODUCT: A FlexiSnake Drain Weasel not meant for the faint of heart. Use this to easily de-clog every drain in your home, but prepare for the horror you'll experience as you dig up about one million pounds of hair and built-up gunk. This FlexiSnake is great for sinks and showers in which the water takes forever to go down, plus it's reusable — just clean with hot water and soap after each use. Promising review: "My shower drain had been clogged and so before I called a plumber, I decided to give this baby a try. All I can say is that I wish I had stock in this company. This is a fantastic item that every single person who owns or rents a home should have. It was EASY to assemble the gadget. It was EASY TO USE. And best of all-it pulled out so much hair that it looked like a giant rat. I could not believe how QUICKLY I was able to do the job, and I can't tell you the deep satisfaction it gave me to know that all that crap was out of my drain. I'm telling you, it is worth every penny!" —1CreeksidegalGet it from Amazon for $19.99. THE PLACE: Screens! Cellphones, laptops, tablets. THE PRODUCT: A liquid-free, reusable rolling screen cleaner so you can see what your phone, laptop, and tablet looked like pre- permanent fingertips. A few quick swipes = no more smudges staring back at you whilst you respond to emails. Promising review: "This little device removes the oil from your screen. Often, when you are 'cleaning' your screen by wiping it with a cloth, you are simply pushing around the oil into a thin enough layer to see-through without noticing it as much. This device actually lifts the oil and removes it. My screen feels like new, which is great because I am picky about my devices. Also, this is much better than cleaning the screen with some kind of wipe since repeated cleaning with most wipes will damage the screen over time. Unbeknownst to me, my wife was cleaning her screen daily and now her screen collects oils far too quickly because she wore off the protective layer. With this product, you don't need to worry about that. Clean it as often as you want/need, and you can continue to enjoy that pristine screen without fear of wearing the oleophobic layer off prematurely. I would highly recommend this to others." —AlexGet it from Amazon for $24.95+ (available in three sizes). THE PLACE: Your microwave, babe. THE PRODUCT: A steam cleaner to finally (and I mean finally) rid your microwave of the caked-on dinner that's been there since about, oh, last year. Simply fill this handy device with vinegar, let 'er run for five to seven minutes, wipe, and done. Promising review: "This thing works great. Ideal for the lazy housekeeper that I am." —elcolsonGet it from Amazon for $8.99.
