If You Put Off Deep Cleaning All Summer, Here Are 37 Products That’ll Make The Task Way Easier
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I know you haven’t even thought about cleaning your microwave or oven in months, but no judgment — that’s what fall is for.
1. A viral spin scrubber to tackle everything from nasty bathtubs to greasy ovens. It comes with seven different brush heads so you can scrub away at basically every nook and cranny, and the pole extends to 45 inches long so you can wave goodbye to bending over to reach the baseboards or standing on the edge of the tub to clean the shower walls.
Promising review: “The cordless design adds a level of convenience that I didn’t know I needed. It allows me to move freely without being tethered to an outlet, making it easy to clean hard-to-reach areas. The battery life is impressive, providing ample time to complete my cleaning tasks on a single charge. Another aspect I love is the ergonomic design. The handle is comfortable to hold, and the lightweight construction ensures that my arm doesn’t get tired, even during extended cleaning sessions. The different brush heads are easy to swap out and clean, adding to the overall user-friendly experience.” —K.L.P.
Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in 11 colors).
2. A window squeegee with a 53-foot extendable pole, because let’s be honest, you haven’t given your windows a thorough wipe down in months. This can extend to reach those high-up windows you always forget about (but trust me, they still get dirty), and the included microfiber scrubbers can tackle the toughest fingerprints (or snootprints if you have any furry friends).
Psst! The Pink Stuff now makes a window cleaning spray that would pair perfectly with this!
Promising review: “I had this for several months, and I really like it. It’s thin and light, but it is very sturdy. The pads are still in great shape after months of use. It’s easy to clean, and it works great on glass and hard floors — either wood or tile.” —JKC2
Get it from Amazon for $23.97 (available in two sizes and two colors).
3. Bissell’s iconic Little Green cleaner — all the upholstery in your home is probably way overdue for a good cleaning, even if it doesn’t look dirty. You’ll love it so much, you’ll probably use it in every room in your home, and also add to the already-impressive 62,000 five-star reviews on Amazon.
This beloved device is super lightweight and easy to use: just fill it with the included cleaning solution, then move the cleaning brush along any upholstered fabric as the nozzle sprays the solution and quickly sucks up any stains.
Promising review: “I love this thing. I bought it on a whim after seeing so many TikToks about it, and I can now say I am obsessed with it. As soon as it arrived I wanted to try it out, so I started on an old, old stain on my rug, and imagine my surprise when it instantly came out (I had tried every cleaning product prior to this). Then I thought I would try my couch, and it now looks brand new. Next was my car. I’ve owned my car for 10 years, and it has fabric seats. Honestly, I was grossed out by how much brown liquid and dirt came out of those seats, but my car looks and smells amazing now. I would highly recommend this; easy to move around and clean rugs, couches, cars, chairs, and more.” —Zoey
Get it from Amazon for $99.59 (also available in a “Pet Deluxe” style and a “Cordless” model with a more powerful motor).
4. A microwave steam cleaner, because the mess in there doesn’t just disappear when you close the door and walk away. This little device uses the power of sheer anger (and steam) to eliminate dirt and stains with ease. If you’re microwave is covered in caked-on tomato sauce from all the pizza you lived off of all summer, this will take care of it in less than 10 minutes!
Fill it up with vinegar and water (there are helpful fill lines inside for each!), microwave for 5-8 minutes, then remove after two additional minutes and wipe away any mess!
Promising review: “This little device is great and it’s super simple. Fill to the lines with vinegar and water, nuke for seven minutes, let it sit for two minutes, then wipe clean. My embarrassingly super-gross microwave wiped completely clean with a couple of paper towels. I highly recommend this.” —UglyPetty
Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in four colors).
5. A cordless mattress vacuum, which will be especially helpful for anyone who got a bit lazy with their sheet-changing routine this summer 😬. This compact yet powerful vac will suck up any dust or pet hair lingering in your bed, and you can also use it on coaches, rugs, and any other upholstery that’s in dire need of cleaning.
A single charge lasts for 30 minutes!
Promising review: “I couldn’t believe all the ick this machine removed from my mattress. It works great, is very ergonomic, quiet, and easy to clean out. I was so impressed I did my pillows, my sofa, and my favorite chair… Stopped short of doing my cat, lol. Buy this… be amazed (and a little disgusted).” —Trish
Get it from Amazon for $89.99 (available in three colors).
6. A handy-dandy wall cleaning mop — it has a pole that can extend up to 60 inches so you can give every inch of your home the thorough scrubbing it deserves. All my fellow candle lovers, this is a MUST for removing any stubborn soot stains!
The mop comes with two microfiber cleaning pads. Need a good wall-cleaning spray? Reviewers are loving this one by Chomp!
Promising review: “I used to dread spring cleaning, but this makes washing all the walls a breeze. It’s sturdy enough that I can really scrub. It has a microfiber head that’s perfect for cleaning windows. It extends long enough for high ceiling fans and high windows. I love this thing!” —Amber P.
Get it from Amazon for $39.97.
7. A cordless stick vacuum with LED lights to illuminate all the hidden dust you had no idea was secretly covering your floor. It also adjusts its suction strength depending on the floor type (so you can easily switch between hardwood and carpeted areas!), and the tangle-free brush bar means you won’t spend 15 minutes afterward cutting your hair loose from the roller. Oh, and it also converts into a mini handheld vac for smaller messes!
The filter is easily rinseable, and the battery lasts for up to 40 minutes on a single charge.
Promising review: “I did not realize how terrible my old vacuum was until I used this one! Within minutes I had a chamber full of pet hair and dirt, including baking soda that I poured on my carpet to take out any bad smells. I am so thrilled that I purchased this vacuum, and for the price, you really can’t beat it! Do yourself a favor and buy one.” —Michelle
Get the 16V model from Amazon for $98.90 (also available in a 20V model).
8. Or an iRobot Roomba that vacuums and mops at the same time! The rotating brush will first sweep away any dust, dirt, and hair on the floor, and then the pulsating microfiber mop at the back will break down any caked-on messes. Oh, and it’ll take itself home to its charger once it’s done scrubbing the floors, so you barely have to lift a finger.
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The microfiber mop pad lasts for up to 30 uses and the vacuum lasts for up to 120 minutes on a single charge.
Promising review: “I wish I had gotten this years before. I had an old off-brand one that was noisy and hard to empty, so when I saw this on Prime at a good price, I gave it a try. Took two whole seconds to set up and have it working. I can control it from my phone and even have it set to vacuum if it detects my phone leaving the house. I have two dogs and a cat, so I mainly wanted it for shed hair. I send it around the house once or twice a day and it has really cut down on the hair on the floor. Easy to empty, too. If you need a vacuum, this one is great.” —JCC
Get it from Amazon for $199.99.
9. An upgrade to your typical mop-and-bucket set you’ll wonder how you ever cleaned your floors without. You first run the mop through the chamber filled with clean water and your go-to cleaning solution, then run it through the separate vertical wringer that removes excess water while also scraping off dirt and hair!
The set comes with three washable mop heads, and the pole extends to 50 inches.
Promising review: “This mop is ridiculously fun. I’m not the best at cleaning, but I’m trying to teach myself how to clean. I really feel like this mop stays pretty clean as you are using it because of the wash section. You run the mop through it to clean it off as many times as you want and then dry it as dry as you want. The spin mops didn’t stay very clean for me. I even used this for my cabinets, top of cabinets, fridge, door frames, wall trim, doors, and air vents on the ceiling. Cleaned all of it! I even giggled most of the time because I had fun and was surprised by how well it did! Easy to use, fun, not heavy, doesn’t take up space, easy to clean in the bucket after. As a 7-month-pregnant lady, I can oddly say I can’t wait to mop again!” —Magdalena A.
Get it from Amazon for $31.99 (available in a variety of sizes).
10. Or Swiffer’s upgraded Power Mop that sprays the perfect amount of cleaning solution at the simple touch of a button. Unlike regular Swiffer pads, the Power Mop’s pads have hundreds of scrubbing strips to help break down any dried-up dirt and mud your visitors may have tracked in.
The set comes with one bottle of solution, two mopping pads, and two AA batteries.
Promising review: “Great mop when you need the job done fast. Liquid refills are easy to pop in, and you can slap on replacement mop pads in a hurry (you’ll know when it needs to be replaced). This mop is ideal when you get one of those ‘I’ll see you in 10 minutes’ phone calls. Just press the release button on the handle and a spray will shoot out directed at the center of the path. Tip: I run the mop head under warm water first & squeeze it out before I start, as a damp mop works better. The floor is clean in no time and I like that I don’t need to store a separate bottle of cleaner. My mom loves that it’s lightweight, so she can carry it upstairs and mop the hall floors and bathroom tiles.” —A. Mitchell
Get it from Amazon for $29.94.
11. A flexible coil lint and dust brush so you can finally reach all the dust in your dryer vent (built-up lint is a fire hazard, btw!) and the crumbs that are hiding underneath your oven and fridge. I’m shuddering just thinking about what’s living under there.
The full length of the brush with handle is 27.5 inches, while the actual brush itself is 13.5 inches.
Promising review: “I use one in the dryer filter area and one under the refrigerator. They get dust I can’t get any other way. I gave five stars for durability even though I’ve had them for only a short time. They feel sturdy to last long enough for me.” —ASF
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $7.99 (also available individually and in a three-pack).
12. A powerful spray that will break down stubborn mold and mildew stains that accumulated in the summer humidity almost instantly. Just leave it on for about 15 seconds, then wipe away to reveal what your shower is actually supposed to look like.
Promising review: “I bought this RMR spray with low expectations, even with the good reviews. I sprayed a small patch in the evening and let it sit overnight. The next morning, the grout where I had sprayed was as white as if it were brand-new. I decided to spray the entire wall and part of the roof. The next day, everything I sprayed had no visible mold. By the third night, I was pretty much spraying everything left in the shower. This stuff is amazing.” —John Werner
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in four sizes and a two-pack).
13. And a rust-removing spray in a ridiculously easy-to-use gel formula that looks that looks those annoying orange stains right in the eye and says, “bring. it. on.” Oh, and it does so with no scrubbing required: just spray, leave it on for a few seconds so it can activate its rust-dissolving magic, then rinse away!
Promising review: “Used it on our tubs, toilets, sinks, and shower. Compared it to the It Works Bathroom you can get at The Dollar Tree. It took one bottle of this stuff to achieve the same result as three bottles of the It Works. I will buy this again, hands down. I tried the powder, which was good for scrubbing and soaking the tub, but the spray was fantastic for the shower and sink. Just sprayed, walk away for a few minutes and wipe/rinse.” —Carrie D.
Get it from Amazon for $11.46 (also available in a two-pack).
14. A pumice cleaning stone to break down all of the nastiness in your toilet and have it looking sparkly and presentable when you have last-minute guests over this fall. Just wet it with water, get to scrubbing, then store it in the included carrying case until your next deep-cleaning session!
Promising review: “I have a 19-year-old master bathroom toilet that had accumulated some nasty stains over time that regular toilet brushes and cleaning products just would not remove. I decided to try this pumice stone, figuring that the worst that could happen would be that it scratched the porcelain, and I’d have to replace the toilet. Which was what I would have had to do anyway if I couldn’t get the disgusting stains out. The pumice stone worked like a charm! Given the nature and severity of the stains, it required some elbow grease, but 10 minutes later, I have a new-looking bowl, and I see no signs of scratching. I am very happy with this purchase…well worth the very low price!” —Happy Retiree
Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (also available in packs of two and four).
15. Or a jar of toilet fizzies — which are basically like bath bombs for your toilet. Simply plop one in the bowl and let the blend of sodium bicarbonate and citric acid break down stains and kill any lingering bacteria. Oh, and they’re also loaded with eucalyptus essential oil to make your porcelain throne smell like a fancy spa.
Promising review: “The eucalyptus is strong, and it fizzes nicely. I drop one in once or twice a week and scrub the toilet a bit, and the scent lingers after flushing. Perfect for keeping my bathroom fresh!” —kd Bromley
Happy Earth Boutique is a woman-owned small business making healthier alternatives for your health and home.
Get a bag of 15 from Happy Earth Boutique on Etsy for $11.19+ (originally $13.99; available with or without a refillable jar).
16. A cleaning gel you can use to break down mold and mildew in your washing machine’s gasket — because I regret to inform you that it can get downright “Nasty” by Tinashe in there. You can also use it on grout, sinks, and silicone sealants — just apply to a dry surface, let sit for 3-5 hours, then rinse away!
This isn’t just for washing machines. You can use it pretty much anywhere — sinks, bathtubs, tiles, window sills, you name it!
Promising review: “Very satisfied. I tried everything to remove black mold with no success. This product actually worked to remove the black mold. I applied the gel to the mold and left it to sit overnight. I was amazed the mold wiped off with a rag.” —Robin S. Johns
Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in four sizes and in a two-pack).
17. A natural all-purpose cleaner — it’s safe to use on basically any surface, so you can mindlessly clean your entire home with just one bottle when time is of the essence. Its blend of castile soap with white grapefruit and lemon essential oils will help break through tough grease and soap scum while leaving behind an on-so-satisfying citrusy-clean scent that just screams “I have my life together!”
Humble Suds/Etsy
Promising review: “This cleaner is wonderful on anything! The smell is amazing and does a great job of cleaning.” —JoAnn Fliehs
Humble Suds is a small Etsy shop based in Denver, Colorado.
Get it from Humble Suds on Etsy for $24.95.
18. A super-long duster that can reach high enough to clean your ceiling fans and vents and far enough to clean that weird space underneath your dresser. You could practically lay on the couch and speedily dust every surface around you when last-minute visitors are on their way — because I regret to inform you that last-minute visitors do not go away now that summer has ended 😔.
The microfiber dusting head is completely removable and machine-washable.
Promising review: “This sucker is LOOOONG. It’s also short when you need it to be. But its length is one of its greatest assets, being able to reach even those ceiling beams you couldn’t reach before. Finally reach the tops of picture frames that are hanging in awkwardly high places. Clean off the poles that extend the drop of the ceiling fans. Dust the corner speakers mounted at the ceiling. This is what I did in no time at all with this duster, and despite nearly two years of web buildup in some high places, I got the whole job done in just a few minutes. Seriously, you can wipe down all the webs that have been built — all without standing directly beneath the duster! The extra length also means no unexpected guests are going to drop down your shirt while you’re evicting them. And I’m perfectly okay with that.” —M. C. Payette
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in four colors and a version with extra attachments).
19. Or a reusable and machine-washable duster — it fits onto the Swiffer duster handle so you can stop wasting money on the flimsy disposable refills. These will quickly get rid of the layer of dust that’s been accumulating since May. No judgment.
TS Designs US/Etsy
Promising review: “LOVE the washable duster attachments. These are SO soft and of such great quality. The stitching is strong, and I don’t worry about anything coming apart. We use ours with our Swifter duster wand, and it fits perfectly. If you’re looking for a more sustainable item, this is one for you.” —Cassie Couch
TS Designs US is a small Etsy shop based in West Leroy, Michigan.
Get it from TS Designs US on Etsy for $4.99+ (available in 10 colors and various pack sizes).
20. OR!!! A three-pronged duster to reach in between your blinds because they are probably way dirtier than you think 😬. The design means you can hit multiple blinds at once, so you’ll be done with the full window in just a few swipes. Once you’re done, just throw the cloth in the washing machine and pop a new one on!
The duster comes with five microfiber sleeves so you can take care of all your windows at once before giving the sleeves a good wash. You can use the cleaning cloth dry for light dust or spray your blinds with an all-purpose cleaning spray first to help loosen up any caked-on grime.
Promising review: “A super time saver. It legitimately used to take us hours to clean all the blinds. We can now do all the faux-wood Venetian blinds in the house in about one hour. It’s really nice that it comes with some spare cloths for it, and it’s cheap enough to buy a whole additional set so we can make more than one kid do this chore at the same time.” —R.D.
Get it from Amazon for $6.99.
21. A washable and reusable alternative to disposable Swiffer pads — they aren’t just better for the environment, they’re also way cuter. Just look at those prints — you can pick a different one for each season!!! They can be used dry to pick up dust and hair, or you can spray them with a cleaning solution if your floors are in need of a quick mopping after your last beach trip of the year.
These cloths are made of 100% cotton flannel, machine-washable, and can be used wet or dry.
Promising review: “Great mop pads, fits my Swiffer perfectly, picked up a ton of dog hair! Took it outside, shook it off and did another room. Will order more for my daughters!” —Sue R.
Porter Lee’s is a small Etsy shop that specializes in reusable cleaning accessories.
Get a pack of six from Porter Lee’s on Etsy for $15 (available in three colors, surprise prints, and also available in a pack of 12).
22. A laundry sanitizer that’ll take the funk out of your towels and make the blankets you haven’t washed all summer smell fresher than crisp fall air. Just pour two capfuls into the fabric softener chamber and prepare to obsessively sniff all your laundry once it’s time to fold it.
23. A Swiffer-style cleaner specifically designed to fit in all the grooves in your baseboards, because, honestly, when was the last time you actually cleaned them? Who knows, but it definitely wasn’t over the summer. It may seem like a time consuming task, but the the 4-foot handle makes it a breeze to reach the baseboards without even bending over.
The kit comes with one Baseboard Buddy and three reusable pads, which can be used wet or dry.
Promising review: “For many, this may seem like a waste of money. Not for me. I am over 65 and have difficulty getting up and down from the floor. As a result, my baseboards did not get dusted as frequently as the rest of the house. This made it so much easier for me.” —retired
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
24. A tub of The Pink Stuff, which has become so TikTok-famous it’s racked up 153,000 positive ratings. It’ll completely revitalize your sink, bathtub, and tiles with the help of a little elbow grease. It also works wonders on neglected ovens, so you might want a bonus jar for the kitchen as well before you start your fall baking.
This is a mildly abrasive cleaning paste, so use with care and go slowly when testing on new surfaces. Simply apply it to the surface with a damp sponge or cloth, give it a few scrubs, and then rinse away with hot water.
Promising review: “I had tried everything to get the hardware stains off my shower. CLR, metal scrubbing pads, vinegar, and many other things. I thought I’d end up having to replace all the faucets. I saw this in a BuzzFeed article and thought, no way it’s THAT good… It’s that good. It’s better than good. It’s wild how good it is. My shower looks better than new. It took rust stains off the tile. It took years of hard water scale buildup off in seconds. It is literally a miracle product.” —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $5.29.
25. A Power Dash carpet cleaner so lightweight and compact, it has more than 55,000 reviewers looking forward to deep-cleaning sessions. It features a powerful brush specifically designed to tackle your pet’s nastiest messes, and it uses the power of 🔥 HeatForce 🔥 to quickly dry your carpets so you won’t have to step on a wet floor for hours afterward.
Promising review: “This carpet cleaner is better than I could ever imagine. When I first got it, I was skeptical because it was so small. I couldn’t wait to see what it did. I started my carpets at 6 and was done by 10. That included two living rooms, two hallways, and two bedrooms. My carpet was so clean, I stood there just starting, amazed at my carpets. I had big dirt spots from plants and pee spots from my pooch, and after I cleaned it, you couldn’t even [tell] the stains were there! One of my carpets is cream and the carpet cleaner did so well you couldn’t tell that it wasn’t done professionally. The carpet cleaner is lightweight and easy to assemble. The way my carpet was dry was amazing. All carpets were dry by 11. I never would have thought that a small carpet cleaner could even give these types of results. Everything about this carpet cleaner and solution is amazing, and I wish I found it sooner. Run and get you one right away!” —Myriam H.
Get it from Amazon for $92.79 (also available in “Advanced” and “Pet” styles).
26. And a bottle of Sunny & Honey Carpet Miracle cleaner that’s tough enough to remove the most potent odors, even the ones that you might be nose-blind to at this point. Just mix with water, add to your carpet cleaner’s tank, then get to cleaning! Reviewers say it smells divine, and it’s even safe to use around kids and pets.
Promising review: “I cannot believe how incredible this carpet cleaner is!! I have four dogs, five kids, and a large home with very light carpet. This carpet cleaner literally is magic. It has gotten out red wine, coffee, raspberry stain on white carpet, old urine stains that were found WAY after the fact, and the list goes on and on. I use it in a spray bottle as a pretreatment before shampooing, and most often, the stain is completely gone before I even shampoo it. When I say ‘gone’…I mean, GONE! And that’s with no scrubbing. It disappears like magic! To say that I’d buy it again is such an understatement. I can’t be without it!!” —Angela Raab
This carpet cleaner is from a family-run small business that specializes in cleaning products, especially ones for homes with pets!
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in two sizes and three scents).
27. Or a carpet spot cleaning spray (no machine required!) more than 73,000 reviewers keep on hand to clean up everything from spaghetti mishaps to iced coffee spills in your car. It also lives up to the “instant” in its name: simply spray the stain, agitate for a few seconds, then wipe away!
Check out this TikTok of the Folex Carpet Spot Remover to see it in action!
Promising review: “There are products that you love and buy again. And then there are products that you love and can’t live without. And then, above that, are a few select products that you revere and hold with the highest honor. Folex is that product. I have used Folex for years, and it works wonders on everything from spilled coffee to wine to dog messes without any chemical smells or residue. But my love for Folex grew so much deeper when I dropped a 32-ounce jar of salsa down the stairs. My husband took one look and declared that the stairs were ruined and would need to be replaced. I took a look, grabbed the Folex, and said, ‘We’ve got this.’ If you have children, pets or are very clumsy with your canned goods, you need this bulk-size jug in your arsenal of cleaning supplies.” —Carobnty
Get it from Amazon for $6.65+ (available in two sizes and in multi-packs).
28. A pressure washer, which is one of those responsible purchases that’ll turn you into a ~super adult~ almost instantly. It comes with a variety of spray tips so you can tackle the outside of your home, decks, and driveways with ease. Reviewers say this is worth the splurge since it’s super lightweight and can remove years of dirt and grime.
Promising review: “My neighbors would rate this 0 stars because I’m running this bad boy at all hours. Car wash at 4 a.m.? You bet. Hose out the garage and all down the driveway? Consider it done. There’s no longer any paint on my house; the layers of dirt from when dinosaurs walked the Earth have been removed from every crack of concrete, and the stubborn moss that engulfed my front steps has been screaming, ‘No more, Daddy!’ for days now. I’m a ruthless power washing machine now. It has become a part of me. I dream about it every night. Now I’m just figuring a way to power-clean my putrid, filthy soul.” —b00mfox
Get it from Amazon for $199.
29. An oil stain remover that’ll remove that giant spot that’s ruining your driveway’s entire vibe (you can try to convince yourself that nobody notices or cares, but we do and we’re all talking about it). Pour it over the stain, wait for it to dry, and then brush away to reveal a sparkling clean driveway. The temps are finally dropping, so now’s the perfect time to tackle those outdoor messes before it gets way too cold.
Promising review: “Changed the oil on my girlfriend’s car and some oil spilled on my NEW driveway…which I didn’t notice ’til four days later. Four spots, all about the size of a dollar bill, baking in the Arizona sun for four days. Found this searching on Amazon, and I thought, whatever. That’s one less vodka soda tonight for dinner. Put the stuff on (sits on the stain like pancake batter — don’t be afraid to pour liberally) and let it sit from 6 p.m. ’til about 9 a.m. the next day. It dried, and the instructions said to just sweep the stuff up (right, like I am not going to need a scraper and wire scrub pad for an hour. HA). Well, it broke apart with the broom, and the stains were gone, I just swept up the powder pieces — it took about a minute. I WAS SHOCKED! Something that actually works on oil and is easy. Absolutely NO sign of anything that was there. My driveway is smooth concrete, so I can’t vouch for what would happen with a rougher surface, but whoever makes this stuff is a genius. If they tried to take on World Peace, Earth would be a better place.” —AmazonBob
Get it from Amazon for $17.97+ (available in two sizes).
30. A slim cleaning brush to reach all of the hidden messes that moved into your home this summer and you thought would just permanently live there rent-free. From window sills, shower doors, sliding door tracks, and even those awkward spaces around your faucet, this brush will help loosen caked-on dirt from almost anywhere. Plus, you can flip to the scraper side to chip away at particularly stubborn grime.
Promising review: “This is an amazing set of brushes. Don’t be fooled by the low cost. The brushes are soft and long enough to get into tight spots but firm enough to hold up. They work amazing in those hard-to-clean aluminum window runners and sliding doors. I’ve used them to clean enclosed fan blades, refrigerator vents, etc. They wash easily, and with a bit of TLC, they hold their shape. Always nice to find something so simple and inexpensive that works so well.” —CNJ
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $5.48.
31. A broom for pet and human hair so you can rake up everything lurking beneath the surface that your vacuum can’t reach. You’ll be shook when you see all the hair and dust that’s hiding out in your area rugs.
Promising review: “I have two dogs — a terrier mix and a short-hair dachshund mix. I have a navy woven couch that LOVES my dachshund’s fur. I have tried pretty much everything to get the fur out — traditional lint roller, those blue fuzzy lint rollers, special vacuum attachments, etc. The terrier’s fur comes out great with all of those options. The dachshund’s fur, much like the dachshund herself, remains stubbornly on my couch. I got this product as the new ‘let’s see if it works’ item of the month with low expectations. THE FUR ACTUALLY CAME OUT, GUYS. It acts like a broom for my couch — sweeping the fur (with some elbow grease) basically onto the floor, where I vacuum it up! Give this a try if my story sounds pretty similar to yours!” —JT
Get it from Amazon for $15.93.
32. An all-natural scouring paste that’ll show all the gunk in your sink and tub who’s boss (especially if it’s caked with sand). The sodium bicarbonate will help scrub away dried-up messes, while the citrus essential oils will break through soap scum. You can even use it as a nontoxic oven cleanser!
My Shopping team colleague Danielle Healy is a fan (she took the photos above!), saying:
“I recently moved into a new apartment, so lately I’ve been cleaning A LOT. Shortly after moving in, my partner and I went to store something on the top of the kitchen cabinets, only to find them caked in a thick layer of grime 🤢. After going at it with a regular multipurpose cleaner (with little success), we broke out the scour paste as a last-ditch effort, and OH BOY, did this miracle product deliver (pics above). If it can handle that grossness, it’s going to have no problem with day-to-day messes like soap scum and burnt-on food. Plus, it smells delightful and comes in minimal, low-waste packaging!”
Get it from Humble Suds on Etsy for $15.95+ (available in two sizes).
33. A grout-cleaning kit to loosen up all the dirt in between your tiles, because a sparkly-clean floor can go a surprisingly long way in revitalizing your kitchen and bathroom.
The kit comes with two bottles of Grout-Eez and a scrubber you can attach to a standard mop or broom pole.
Promising review: “This is an excellent product. I have tried several grout cleaners over the past 15 years since the majority of our flooring has been ceramic tile. This product surpassed all of them. In fact, nothing has ever worked this quickly. The three best features included: 1) the instructions on both the bottle and with the product were clear, and I followed them to a tee, 2) the perfect brush that came with it that fit perfectly into my grout lines and was easy to attach to an existing handle, and 3) how easily the soil was removed from the grout. I would recommend using this around one tile first and definitely wait the 10 minutes, then wiggle the brush in the grout lines. The soil comes up quickly.” —Karen
Get the kit from Amazon for $39.95.
34. A cleaning kit that’ll make your ceramic cooktop look as shiny and flawless as the day you moved in. The kit comes with a bottle of cleaner, a cleaning pad, and a heavy-duty scraper that are all designed to break down burnt-on foods and tough stains.
Promising review: “As soon as I used this stuff, I couldn’t believe it! We had a new stove that I didn’t clean for months and assumed the burnt pea juice (my enemy) would just be a new stain forever. However, after one application, it was basically gone. I used the scraper that came with it and did one more small application on just that spot, and it was gone! Every time I use this, it looks like my stove could be brand-new.” —Christi Lambertson
Get it from Amazon for $11.48.
35. Or! A gas range cleaning spray — it takes just seconds to cut through grime and grease and eliminate any evidence that your roommates are total slobs. Now, I’m just projecting. Just spray it on and wipe away — or leave it on for 30 minutes if you’re dealing with caked-on nastiness.
This stuff is THE TRUTH. My roommate is the best, but let’s just say wiping down the stove after cooking is not one of her favorite activities. I’m not particularly fond of doing the dishes, so I guess we’re even. Anyways, I spray this on a few times a week, let it sit for about five minutes, then wipe with a cloth and it removes EVERYTHING. Like, every little spot of caked-on grease and burnt crumbs come off with just one wipe.
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $16.19.
36. And a sprayable “miracle cleaner” that’ll break down every morsel of grime that’s made its way onto the oven racks you’ve probably never taken out to clean. The Princess Diaries was right — ~miracles~ truly do happen once in a while when you believe.
Reviewers particularly love it for cleaning the kitchen, though it also can be used to clean bathrooms, car engines, and even laundry stains.
Promising review: “This product is one of the few to live up to the ‘miracle’ descriptor. For YEARS, I’d been trying to find a solution to my husband’s stinky shirt collars. For some reason, while he exudes no smell under the sweatiest of circumstances, over time, the collars of every one of his shirts would become intolerably foul-smelling to the point that nothing would get it out, and we had to throw them away. I tried everything you could think of, from vinegar to Sports Suds to antibacterial detergents, but nothing worked. I suspected it was an issue of oils getting trapped in the shirt fibers, but even Dawn didn’t work. A friend who heard this tale of woe randomly suggested this product. I figured we had nothing to lose. I sprayed the offending shirts and also washed them in the solution as suggested. They came out FRESH AS A DAISY. Unbelievable. Spectacular. Life changing. 10/10. A true laundry hero.” —Tina R.
Get it from Amazon for $21.99+ (available in two sizes).
37. And finally, a small but impressive power scrubber to break down all the caked-on grime in your shower so you can turn your bathroom into the clean, shiny sanctuary you truly deserve. You can use it on basically any tough spaces (think the tight areas around your faucet, window sills, etc) and it claims to work twice as fast as a manual brush, so you’ll be saving so much time.
Psst: Batteries are included!
Here’s what BuzzFeed Shopping Editor Natalie Brown had to say: “I’m obsessed! This thing works small miracles: I cleaned about half of my bathroom’s grout to its original sparkling-clean cream color in 40 minutes, and it took honestly no effort at all. And — as if easy, sparkling grout wasn’t enough! — it busted through some serious soap scum buildup in my bathtub (thanks, fancy soap, and slow-draining tub) in less than a minute.
Honestly, when I first tried the scrubber out, I didn’t see too many uses for it other than for grout. But after owning it for a while, I’ve realized that while I don’t need it every single week, it’s priceless for the occasions I encounter tough gunk that I’d otherwise only conquer with excessive patience and elbow grease.”
Get it from Amazon for $23.99 (refill heads and attachments also available).
Reviews here have been edited for length and/or clarity.
