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1. A power scrubber brush, which attaches to your drill to do all the hard scrubbing for you, saving your elbow grease for something else — like popping open a bottle of wine after a long day's work of cleaning.
Useful Products is a US-based small business established in 2007 by car wash owner, electrician, and former bodybuilder Anthony LaPolla that specializes in drill-cleaning brushes and attachments.
Note: Each color of the Drill Brush attachment corresponds to the type of bristles they have, and each one is best suited for a specific type of cleaning job (for example, the yellow brush has medium bristles, best used for bathroom cleaning — bathtubs, showers, tile, and porcelain). Be sure to check the listing for which color is best for your intended purpose before buying!
Promising review: "So I kept seeing this item on TikTok and thought, 'heck, why not?' I love this item for deep cleaning, whether it's car mats, shoes, or the shower." —A. Givens
Get it from Amazon for $18.95 (available in six styles).
2. A bottle of Folex Instant Carpet Stain Remover because life happens, and this water-based cleaning spray can get out just about any mess. Think: ink, grease, dirt, pet stains, food, coffee, blood, or even *old* stains you've been pushing off for weeks (or years) now.
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 spilt coffee, wine, and 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.
3. Some cushion supports giving your beloved but slouchy sofa a little time travel ticket, ensuring it remains the ultimate haven for relaxation.
Promising review: "I purchased new couches about five years ago. They were comfortable for a couple of years, but over time, they started sagging to the point that I would sink when sitting on them. They were very uncomfortable and the cushions would not stay in place. We thought about purchasing new couches, but that was an expense I could not justify, especially since these couches are not old and are in otherwise decent condition. I decided to try this cushion support in hopes of stretching the life of the furniture. I have two identical couches, but purchased only one support to try it out before buying another. I am very happy to report that my couch is comfortable again! I no longer sink in or have to fight my way out! My couch feels almost like new. I cannot wait for my second support to arrive!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in five sizes).
4. A battery-powered fabric shaver ready to give your throws, pillows, chairs, or any fabric piece a new lease on life. It removes those irritating pills with ease, making everything (even upholstery) look as good as new.
And it works on sweaters and clothes, too, of course!
Promising review: "I bought this on a whim in last attempts to save my favorite duvet cover. The pills had gotten to the point where it was seriously uncomfortable to sleep with them getting all up in my leg space. I thought I was going to have to get a new duvet cover entirely. Along came this lil' baby. Not only is my duvet cover basically brand new, but I have found a new hobby. I’m depilling everything. Sweatshirts, leggings, blankets, socks, anything that looks like it needs some love. It does the job quickly and leaves everything looking fresh." —Sydney Selmer
Get it from Amazon for $13.30 (available in five colors and a rechargeable option).
5. Or a pill-removing stone here to rescue all your fabric surfaces that have fallen victim to fuzzies and rouge things that seem to pop up out of nowhere. Just a few swipes and those little pills don't stand a chance.
Celsious is a Black woman–owned, Brooklyn-based small business that specializes in premium and sustainable laundry care.
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Maitland Quitmeyer swears by hers! She writes: "Like many of you, I've been living in sweats and PJs during this year+ of WFH full time. And it's made me revisit the state of some of my loungewear. Take for example, this college sweatshirt I wear all the time — as evidenced by the rather EXTENSIVE pilling all over it. So when I saw this pumice-esque sweater stone (it's made from upcycled car windshield glass — how cool is that?!) I decided it was worth the try. We've featured electric pill removers (mostly the fan-favorite Conair one) many times, and they really work. But sometimes you're looking for a little more detail or control — that's where this stone comes in handy. I was able to navigate around the contours of the logo on my sweatshirt with ease, removing pills using the corner or the entire flat bottom in a few quick strokes. It truly took no time at all — the sweatshirt was done in mere minutes. The only thing I would note is that particles do 'fall out' of the stone, so do your pill removing on a surface that's easy to sweep or vacuum up at the end."
6. A set of four velvet pillow covers if your pillows are beyond the point of no return and could use a little facelift. They come in an array of colors that can tie into any color scheme adding that finishing touch to any living space.
Promising review: "Love, love, love these soft velvet pillows! The velvet is very smooth and even and doesn’t look sparse or cheap at all. They feel expensive and look like high-quality pillows. I also love the soft colors with contrasting trim, it’s very whimsical and cute. And the cats’ hair doesn’t cling to the pillows so that’s an added bonus. Overall very happy with my purchase!" —NG2
Get the pack of four from Amazon for $29.50 (available in seven sizes and nine color combos).
7. A bottle of Bar Keepers Friend you can use to remove grease and stains from basically any surface. It can tackle kitchen counters, your bathroom sink, and even pots and pans.
Promising review: "Bought our refrigerator seven years ago when we moved into our house and within a year rust spots showed up (cheap and didn't clean the stainless steel properly). Have tried numerous products over the years to no avail. Received Bar Keepers Friend today and after dinner decided to give it a whirl. This product was easy to use and all the rust stains are gone. My wife came in and said, 'Where are the orange spots? I never thought those would go away.' Highly recommend and will continue to clean our appliances with this product." —Andrew Riebesehl
Get it from Amazon for $8.45.
8. A powerful cooktop cleaner kit that'll make your glass top look like new with just a wee bit of effort on your part. With the help of the included razor and a nonabrasive cleaning pad, you can scrape and buff all the crud away, leaving a sparkling flattop behind.
In addition to a heavy-duty cleaning solution and polish, this set includes a non-abrasive cooktop scrubber as well as a cooktop scraper that reviewers say is the *game-changing* element of this kit (and won't scratch your stove's surface).
Promising review: "I really didn’t think that there was much hope for my stovetop to look good again. It had years of burnt-on grime that no other cleaner could touch. I read the reviews for this product and decided to give it a try. Well, I am blown away! It does everything it says in a matter of minutes, and with minimal effort! My stove top is gleaming, just like in the product picture. Note what others have said, unscrew and turn the blade around if you use the scraper. It did not scratch the surface at all. I couldn’t be happier!" —Wisegirl
Get it from Amazon for $19.98.
9. A leather stain remover spray because between the kids' artistic endeavors, our furry friends' adventures, the occasional coffee spill from our better halves, our cherished leather pieces can go through the wringer. This spray is like hitting the reset button giving your leather that fresh, just-bought look.
This also works on Durablend, vinyl, compound, saffiano, faux leather, and other leather or leather-like surfaces.
Promising review: "Used the microfiber cloth to apply and after the first treatment noted only mild improvement, but after the second treatment (done just after the first treatment dried), the stain was not visible!! I then did the entire chair and the results are great. Advice: Do not scrub the area hard. This may roughen up the leather. Apply lightly and wipe off with another microfiber towel." —mich
Get it from Amazon for $14.87.
10. Plus, a leather recoloring balm capable of breathing new life into your favorite lounging chair. It’s like your favorite reading spot has gotten a second wind ready to take on all future cozy moments.
You just rub it right into your leather. It can even help minimize the look of cat scratches, depending on how bad they are. Note that it's very important to test to see if it will work with your particular leather, because it's for absorbent leather only — you simply put a drop of water on your leather and see if it soaks in. If it does, this product works! (Here's a video; skip to 0:42.)
Promising review: "Can I give it TEN stars? My hubby was ready to get rid of the set. It's SUCH a comfortable set, and well-built...scale was just right for our new home. I couldn't let that happen! I had cleaned the chair with a tiny amount of mild dish soap and water previous to the stain's arrival. I threw on some latex gloves, dipped my fingers into the gel, and started massaging it into the leather. Results were immediate and impressive!! AMAZING!!" —Muysson
Get a jar from Amazon for $29.95 (available in 16 colors and three set options).
11. A highly effective mold and mildew remover spray that reviewers say actually works after they've tried everything. This gel is designed to stick to those stubborn stains, working its magic while you catch some Z's. By the time you wake up in the morning, those repulsive stains will be gone! It's like having a personal cleaning fairy. 🧚♀️
RMR Brands is a small business that launched in 2013 creating powerful cleaning solutions for your toughest messes.
Promising review: "I bought this RMR-86 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 a 32-ounce bottle on Amazon for $16.99 (available in different quantities).
12. Sunny & Honey Carpet Miracle cleaner here to rescue you from those carpet stains you were convinced wouldn't budge, from that red wine stain on your rug to the trail of muddy paw prints by your dog's bed — even that dark spot from high traffic near the front door.
This carpet cleaner is from a family-run small business that specializes in cleaning products, especially ones for homes with 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 stains 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
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in two sizes and three scents).
13. A thick peel-and-stick faux-marble gel tile backsplash if you're tired of staring at that massive crack behind your kitchen sink. The "faux-gel" material gives the tiles a realistic look and texture, while also being resistant to moisture and heat.
Plus, if you're ever in the mood to switch up the kitchen vibe, they can be easily removed without damaging the wall.
Promising review: "We did a kitchen facelift this summer, repainting and making everything look fresh. We were looking at The Home Depot version of these, which are more than double the price. We decided to go for these instead and they are amazing!! I put them up myself in about two hours. I did buy the adhesive spray just in case but it wasn’t needed, even for the few I had to peel off and re-stick to center correctly. These aren’t too difficult to apply but definitely require patience. It is 100% worth the buy for a DIY affordable update!" —Hope Poirot
Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $34.99.
14. A bag of polyester stuffing so you can rejuvenate your little one’s plushies, throw pillows, and even bedding — fluffing them up to their former glory. It’s well deserved TLC for all those soft, cuddly companions and comfy cushions that have seen their fair share of snuggles and snoozes.
Promising review: "Ok, so I had been looking into buying a new couch but I only wanted a nice leather one and they are SOOO EXPENSIVE. I decided to try and fix ours and I am SOO HAPPY with the results!! I bought two $52 boxes of poly fill (used 1 1/4 total, so I still have a lot left). I cut open each of the three sections of the inner cushions of each back cushion, re-stuffed them, and sewed them back up. It took me about a day and half. I want to get some furniture foam to plump up the seat cushions (but that is another project and significantly more money), but the end result is a HUGE improvement! The couch looks (and feels) a million times better! Wish I done this years ago! The first 'before' pic has a back cushion already stuffed because I didn’t think to take a pic until after I already stuffed a cushion. If you are thinking this won’t work (like I was), you are wrong. DO IT!!!!" —Geoff
Get a 32oz bag from Amazon for $10.19 (available in nine sizes).
15. A wood polish and conditioner because no one has the time and money to constantly replace furniture. Not only does this magical elixir make your wooden furniture look shiny and new, but it also acts as a protective coating. That means you won't have to worry about those horrid scratches or water stains ruining your beautiful pieces.
Promising review: "I LOVE this product. I won’t use anything else now to shine my wood surfaces. A little goes a long way and it smells Iike oranges! No stink and no mess like aerosol sprays. I just put a little on a microfiber cloth and use on all my wood furniture and it makes it look new. I even used it on old furniture that was dry and worn-looking, this rejuvenated it! A must have in my cleaning routine now." —Nicole Rader
Get it from Amazon for $9.63.
16. And some wood repair markers, your secret weapon against the destruction caused by your pup's chewing habit. These markers can cover scratches, scuffs, and even deep grooves on wooden furniture. No need to spend a fortune on re-staining or replacing your furniture; these markers will do the job just as well for a fraction of the cost.
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 it from Amazon for $8.99.
17. A rubber broom if it seems like pet fur is just embedded into your carpet no matter how many times you vacuum. This durable rubber head attracts hair to pull it out with ease, and also works on wood and linoleum. *Plus* its built-in squeegee is perfect for cleaning up any spills or messes your fur baby may have left behind.
BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord (pictured above) swears by this thing: "An embarrassing confession: My hair gets so ingrained in the carpet that a vacuum truly does nothing for it. In fact, to make matters worse, weird particles get stuck in the hair on the floor, which is stuck to the carpet, so I often was just unrooting clumps of hair from the floor with my hands (sorry for the visual). I bought this broom and it immediately started pulling up GOBS of hair. My carpet like, genuinely changed color (turns out the pink was supposed to be much pinker, whoops). Anyway, do with that semi-horrifying information what you will."
Promising review: "I bought this broom two years ago and it is still going strong! I have four large dogs and we have fur EVERYWHERE! This works so, so well! I am always amazed at what this picks up even after I just ran the vacuum. If you remove the head from the handle you can use the head to do in all the crevices along baseboards where fur gets trapped on the carpets. I also use it that way to do the carpet corners on the stairs. Lastly, I use it to get dust and cobwebs off the floors and ceilings. It truly is a super tool." —Roseann
Get it from Amazon for $12.98.
18. A pack of dishwasher cleaning tablets, because you wouldn't shower in a dirty bathroom, so why would you eat off of plates that were cleaned in a dirty dishwasher? Just pop one of these in and run a cycle like normal, then sit back while it scrubs away all the gunk and grime.
You'll pop it into the tray where you'd normally put detergent, or on the bottom of your dishwasher if you're washing dishes at the same time.
Promising reviews: "This was simple to use, smelled good, and I was pleasantly surprised when I opened the dishwasher after the recommended cleaning cycle. This product actually did what it advertises it will do! Great results, fairly economical — and by the way — it works!" —Old Southern Charm
"Just get them. Changed the way my 20-year-old dishwasher works. Much cleaner dishes and the interior is like new. First time you use it, run it empty with just the cleaner. I didn't realize how much mold and ickiness it got out of my machine." —drpicard
Get a pack of six tablets from Amazon for $7.98.
19. An enamel paint specifically designed to renew the look of your old metal appliances. From your trusty fridge that's seen better days, to the washer and dryer duo that's been with you through thick and thin, this is your go-to solution for banishing those unsightly scratches and rust spots, making your metal surfaces look brand new again.
Some reviewers even use it to redo their countertops or sinks, although you might want to use an acrylic sealer afterward if you decide to do that! It's fantastic for vintage appliances too, according to one reviewer.
Promising review: "Oh my goodness! This stuff is amazing! I remodeled my bathroom and the washer and dryer looked terrible. One coat of this and they look brand new! I’m going to add another coat today just to make it extra durable." —L. Hornberger
Get a quart from Amazon for $26.98.
20. A set of garage door magnets to instantly up the curb appeal of your house. No need to spend lots of money on a brand-new garage door — just stick these on where you want them, step back, and bask in the glory of feeling like you're the host of an HGTV show.
The listing has two different options: the set of 32 windows and the set of four hinges and two handles. You do have to buy the set of windows and two sets of handles to get the full look above!
Promising review: "OK, seriously, these magnets are fantastic! We are in shock that they look as good as they do. Our neighbors thought we bought a new garage door, and the 'windows' add the perfect pop to the garage without overdoing it. The magnets are excellent quality and stick to our door." —Scott Teichert
Get them from Amazon: the windows for $21.99 and the hinges for $11.99.
21. An all-in-one spackle kit here to fix that hole in the wall you made when you decided to rearrange your whole bedroom at 3 a.m. This kit comes with everything you need to fill, smooth, and repair those unsightly dents. Gone are the days of needing to be a DIY expert like Bob the Builder to tackle home repairs!
This kit contains repair paste, patches, scraper, nozzle extenders, and sandpaper! Reviewers mention that if you add a quick layer of paint after using this, your walls will look as good as new.
Promising review: "I recently tried out the drywall repair kit and it was absolutely fantastic! The wall mending agent did an amazing job filling in cracks, and the scraper and sandpaper made the surface incredibly smooth. The disposable gloves were a nice touch for cleanliness. The nozzle extenders were a lifesaver in reaching those hard-to-get-to spots. Overall, I highly recommend this kit for anyone looking for quick and professional repairs!" —Sean Lehman
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $13.98.
22. Along with a set of airtight touch-up paint pens ready to cover that unsightly little scratch that's been glaring at your otherwise pristine wall. You can fill these nifty pens with your own paint, ensuring an absolutely perfect match to your wall or any surface begging for a quick fix. Plus with its precise tip, you can easily navigate the tightest of nooks and crannies.
Slobproof is a woman-owned small biz that sells these genius touch up paint pens!
Promising review: "Love this — absolutely perfect for touchin' up little spots that need touchin' up. I have several sets filled with different paints and so far they've stayed usable, without the paint drying out. I rinse the brush really well after each use (latex paints) and recap it. It would be nice if the manufacturer put an area on the pen where you could easily label the paint info, but I use a permanent marker, and it works okay." —Amazon Customer
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $12.79.
23. A stone-effect spray paint to help transform your (how should I put this nicely) extremely vintage-looking '80s bathroom vanity to a fresh new modern one with just a few cans of paint and some basic tools.
Promising review: "This summer I grew bored with my same old blah plastic pots from Lowes/Home Depot and others that had faded over the years but were still in good condition. You first need to wash and dry them well and take a piece of sandpaper/sanding block to very lightly scratch and give the surface some 'tooth.' I don't normally use a primer but I have pre-painted some pots with a similar or coordinating color as the stone paint I will be using. The coverage of this paint is excellent but you can paint it as many times as you like depending on the coverage and look you want. I've also used several colors on one pot and wound up with some attractive-looking planters! I painted a few with a clear sealer made just for this stone paint and others with a regular clear sealer (they are probably all the same.) I've found that they all stood up to the outdoor weather and sun well, even a small stone garden rabbit I didn't seal although it says it is not waterproof. Now I keep looking around for other items to stone paint. It's fun and leaves you with professional, expensive-looking pots or any item." —Mistella
Get it from Amazon for $23.94+ (available in six colors and in four packs).
24. A heat- and cold-resistant multipurpose moldable glue that dries into a waterproof flexible, durable rubber that can be used to mend just about anything. Need to wrap up frayed cable ends? Check. Fix a leaky faucet or a broken pot? Check and check.
Once you remove it from the packet, you can mold it into whatever shape you need, after which it will set to be a flexible (but super strong!) rubber consistency.
Promising review: "First off I just wanted to say I love this product, and it is so flexible with all the different things that you could make and do with it. I personally used some on my keys to my house, to make them bigger and easier for me to grip with my carpal tunnel. Honestly, I think this product is a fabulous way to increase accessibility for all sorts of different things in everyday life. For example, I was thinking about using some to make a more comfortable grip for one of my pens for when I take notes." —Jjanss
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in seven color combos).
25. A bottle of plant-based Therapy Premium Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish if you're tired of seeing handprints, paw prints, and everything else all over your stainless steel appliances. Just a few swipes of this is all that's standing in between you and smudge-free surfaces.
You'll also get a large microfiber cloth with the bottle.
Therapy Clean is a family-owned small biz that sells cleaning products boasting safe and readable ingredient lists in the loveliest scents.
My former colleague Britt Ross says, "I don't know what kind of fairy dust this plant-based spray is hiding inside, but it made my mucked-up fridge sparkle within a MINUTE! I was skeptical when I first sprayed it onto my fridge because it took a second for the streaks to start fading, but lo and behold, there was *zero* residue left behind after a super brief wipe sesh. Once I saw how downright dazzling my fridge looked, I decided to put it to the ~real~ test — my filthy dishwasher. Again, a minute of buffing with a microfiber towel was enough to make it look like a brand new appliance, and it worked wonders on the greasy stainless steel edges of my oven, too. Oh, and it legit smells like lavender, which makes me look forward to cleaning! I can confidently say I will never be without at least two bottles of this magic spray in my house for as long as I live."
Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (available in two sizes and a two-pack).
26. A rust-removing spray because you're tired of being greeted with a...not-so-pleasant sight every time you step into the shower before work. Just spray this on, let sit for a few minutes, and finally scrub away that brown stain that's been staring at you for weeks.
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 spray, walk away for a few minutes, and wipe/rinse." —Carrie D.
Get it from Amazon for $11.45.
27. A tub of internet-beloved Pink Stuff capable of cleaning and removing stubborn stains and dirt from surfaces such as sinks, cookware, tiles, and more WITHOUT the need for elbow grease. Using The Pink Stuff can restore the shine and cleanliness of your home, making it look newer and fresher.
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 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.
28. A handheld knife sharpener so you can quickly sharpen all of your dull kitchen knives without having to constantly go out and keeping buying replacements.
It has two slots: coarse for sharpening dull and damaged knives, and fine for polishing a knife or giving an already-sharp knife a quick touch-up.
Promising review: "I use this on my high-end German knife and it performs as well as any expensive sharpener. If your 'good' knife requires some fancy sharpener, perhaps the knife is the problem. I use this on three large kitchen knives as well as paring knives, and it keeps them all in tip-top shape. I do a lot of chopping, so having every knife tomato-ready is great. If you want an expensive sharpener, be my guest; for me, I'd prefer to spend my time USING sharp knives rather than adding undetectable macho sharpness I don't need. Find a couple of good videos before you start — the instructions are OK, but don't actual demonstrate all the features!" —Pete S.
Get it from Amazon for $9.22 (available in three colors and multi-packs).
Elizabeth, one of our editors, owns one of these and loves it — you can read her full knife sharpener review for more!
29. A drain clearer designed with micro-teeth-like hooks to grab on every last strand and pull out enough hair to make a wig. You, my friend, just saved yourself a FAT plumbing bill.
You just insert it down your drain, twist it a few times via the handle, let the grabby micro-hooks on the tip (similar to Velcro) do their work on the stuck, clogging hair and debris. Then pull it up, and your sink will drain like it's new!
Promising review: "As someone with long hair, I am constantly having slow and stopped up shower drains. I have gone through so much Draino and still slow. I've tried the plastic snakes and they've done nothing. Then I saw this product on one of those BuzzFeed lists and I thought I would give it a try. OH. MY. GOD. It pulled up a giant wad of hair that looked like a small, dead animal on the first go. I decided to try again just to be sure it was clean and pulled up another small animal's worth of hair. It was pretty gross but now my drain runs better than it has in years." —S. Gross
Get one with five included refills on Amazon for $19.99.
30. A pack of bubbling cleaning tablets specifically created to get rid of those annoying stains inside your coffee pot, tea kettle, or mugs. Just fill the bottle with warm water, drop in the tablet, and let it stand for 15–30 minutes. The results: A sparkly clean cup with no scrubbing required.
You simply fill your container with warm water, add a tablet or two, wait half an hour, then rinse. Reviewers say it works best on metal or ceramic (not so much on plastic).
Promising review: "My husband drinks about three or four cups of tea each day. He uses stainless steel mugs that stain horribly. No amount of soaking or scrubbing would get them clean. I set our electric kettle to 200 degrees and poured the hot water over the tablets, filling the mug to the top. I left them in the sink overnight, and all I had to do was dump the dirty water out! No soap or scrubbing at all, and they were like new!" —Rachel
Get a pack of 12 tablets on Amazon for $7.99.
31. A 100% natural oven scrub made to easily cut through the burnt-on food and grime left by your kid's latest cooking experiment. This scrub is pumice-based and is formulated with zero harmful chemicals, which means it smells great.
Everneat is a small business based in Connecticut that makes natural cleaning products and tools.
Promising review: "LOVE IT! Oven door is a constant struggle. I hate chemical cleaners, so I thought I would try this. I bought the Lift scent and the unscented. The Lift smells fantastic, natural, not chemically, and the Clear truly is unscented. Works beautifully! I think the combo of grit in the scrub plus the metal scrubbie are magic together. I wore nitrile gloves and the scrubbie did end up poking a hole in them, so keep that in mind if you just got a mani or don’t want rough nails — use thick gloves. It does require elbow grease, because, hello, baked on bits of grease! But was very simple to use. Just smeared it on, added a little H2O to the scrubbie and went to town. Very impressed! I used not even 5% of one jar (for just the very dirty door) so it seems like it will last a while." —aniebauer
Get it from Everneat on Etsy or Amazon for $19.99 (available in three scents).
32. A foaming garbage disposal cleaner if “rank” isn’t a strong enough word to describe the state of your garbage disposal. Not only does this cleanser get rid of that funky smell, but it also cleans the underside of the splash guard, which is often overlooked in the cleaning process.
Promising review: "Saw on TikTok (don’t judge) and automatically added to cart. So easy to use, takes probably a minute to fully bubble up and clean, and you’re left with a clean sink! I use with other drain cleaning products, but would 100% recommend for weekly maintenance." —Jessica House
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $3.78.
33. A bottle of Oh Yuk jetted tub cleaner here to break down and remove all the yuck from inside your jetted bathtub, leaving it looking and smelling fresh as a daisy in only 15 minutes.
It only takes 15 minutes to clean — just run the water, pour it in, and turn the jets on!
Oh Yuk is a family-owned small business based in Minnesota that specializes in PhD chemist-formulated cleaning products for home appliances, from dishwashers and washing machines to hot tubs and jetted bathtubs.
Promising review: "This stuff is great! We just bought a house and my hubby cleaned the jetted tub twice with a strong bleach solution. I bought this product based on the reviews and tried it after. Look at the crud that came out of the jets. Now our tub is all sparkly and clean! 😊" —Becky
Get it from Amazon for $18.73.
34. A ChomChom hair roller that works so well to remove pet hair, it will make you say, "Oh yeah, my couch was that color!" Unlike a normal lint roller, the ChomChom doesn't contain sticky adhesive, which means it can be used over and over again.
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 $26.99+ (available in two colors).
35. A pack of melamine sponges, which are a real superhero when it comes to cleaning. No more worrying about the crayon marks on your brand-new coffee table or the slimy hand prints on the wall. This sponge will tackle all of that and then some.
Promising review: " should have taken a before picture because holy smokes these are amazing!! So much better than a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser. I would say twice as strong. It made our sink look brand new and it’s a 20-year-old sink. It instantly took old the dinge, I highly recommend!!" —danielle thompson
Get 20 sponges from Amazon for $13.95.
36. Some Goo Gone to remove that sticky (and stubborn) tape residue, gum, glue, and other questionable gunk that's clinging onto surfaces around the house. This stuff is like magic in a bottle, zapping away all those pesky adhesives without a fuss.
BuzzFeed Senior Shopping editor Natalie Brown gives this her stamp of approval: "This is another product I bought for my move a couple of years ago: My boyfriend had hung up these posters that used big foam adhesive squares (no, they were not Command strips), and when we pulled them off the wall, they left a bunch of foam and sticky stuff behind. Goo Gone (plus a plastic scraper) came to the rescue! It took a little patience, but the stuff would never have come off without the Goo Gone. It helped break down both the foam stuff and the adhesive, which came off in little bits, leaving nothing behind. We did then wash off the paint with some dish soap and water — Goo Gone is super greasy — but by the end, you couldn't tell anything had been there at all, and the paint was undamaged."
Promising review: "I have some 3-year-old sticker glue on a stainless steel kitchen appliance. Put a squirt of this stuff on a paper towel, and 20 seconds later, sticker glue all gone! Not really sure if I can give higher praises here." —Berkford
Get two bottles on Amazon for $14.28 (they also make a spray-on version for $19.98).
37. A gentle yet effective pumice cleaning stone that's tough enough to scrub away those stubborn stains, but gentle enough that it won't scratch your porcelain throne. Now you won't have to gasp in horror every time you lift open the toilet lid.
Promising review: "I have very hard water that leaves hard-water buildup and nasty stains. It’s embarrassing to have guests over because the toilets are so gross! I have tried so many products and cleaning solutions — from natural essential oils to harsh chemicals so strong I was lightheaded for the rest of the day. Well, I tried out this pumice stone after reading about it in a BuzzFeed article, and honestly the hype is real! It does take some elbow grease, but it's light enough that I didn’t break a sweat! The stone does get used up, but I think this one should last me a couple of years at least. So if you have embarrassing toilets, try this!" —Stephanie Ray
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (also available in a pack of two).
38. A specialty dryer vent cleaning kit and brush complete with a brush that can (if you're feeling adventurous) attach right to your drill to clear out yearrssss worth of lint that's been hogging up space in your vents. Not only are you slashing the fire risk in your home (because let's face it, lint is a sneaky little fire starter), but your clothes will thank you by drying faster. Now that's a double whammy for ya.
Oh, and you could get a pro to do this, but it's a pretty simple DIY — that's more money saved! Just make sure you get enough rods to extend all the way through your dryer vent in one direction (see below for options) to completely clear the buildup. BTW, several reviewers recommend using duct or electrical tape to secure the rods even more!
Promising review: "We bought a 16-year-old house from the original owners, who are fine people but not legendary for their routine maintenance. The dryer that came with the house would take two 40-minute cycles to dry towels. I followed instructions, cleaning about three feet at a time, then pulling out the assembly and adding two more shaft sections, and repeating until the brush got to the roof vent. All told, about half a grocery bag of lint came out of the vent pipe. 20 minutes work, and drying time has been cut in half. Worth every penny and effort." —Hillyb
Get it from Amazon: with 15 feet of reach for $13.49 or with 26 feet of reach for $34.95.
The reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.