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1. A pack of washing machine cleaning tablets, because doing a load of laundry alone just won't cut it when it comes to keeping the appliance itself clean. You'll be amazed by how much gunk is really in there once you wipe it out, and with these, you can rest assured your linens aren't mingling with odor-causing residue while they're being "cleaned."
The tablets are safe to use with pretty much any type of washer: HE or regular, top-loading and front-loading. Simply place one tablet in your empty washing machine and run a normal wash cycle, then wipe away the residue — easy breezy!
Promising review: "I have used these tablets monthly since I purchased my top load washer about 10 years ago. I have no doubt that this product is responsible for keeping my washer drum looking new and odor-free. There is a slight scent when you run the tablets on a cycle, but it's pretty unoffensive. This package is a great value as compared to buying the smaller packages, which are usually available in major retailers. My best advice — mark it on your calendar and use once a month!" —Karen
Another promising review: "I did notice my clothes smelling, let's say, not so fresh. Kinda funky. After reading the reviews, I purchased a box (which according to the box, lasts six months). OK, I'll try it. I've got a new washer with a button that says 'Clean Washer.' How easy can it get? The first load of clothes after using this product, I was an immediate fan. Wow! What a difference! I'm kicking myself for not getting it sooner. Love the side panel to check off the month you used it. Thank you!" —Two Fishes
Get a pack of six from Amazon for $10.34 (also available in packs of three or five).
2. A highly sought-after Bissell Little Green cleaner, which is essentially like having your own personal stain-lifting professional in your house 24/7. This small yet mighty machine effortlessly removes seemingly impossible stains from carpets and upholstery with its strong spray and suction functions, and its large tank means less refilling while cleaning.
It comes with a tough stain tool, HydroRinse self-cleaning hose tool, and a trial-size Spot & Stain with Febreze Freshness formula.
Promising review: "We've used this countless times on our couch for baby stains, and we always end up with the couch looking like new. Yesterday the dog had diarrhea throughout the living room, and it worked magic to get the stains out of the rug. I am so glad we have this!" —Victoria Grogan
Another promising review: "This vacuum is amazing. I first heard of it on TikTok where people were using it to clean their stairs, mattresses, car seats, etc. and from the videos, it already looked amazing, but considering how dirty my dining chair cushions were, I was a little bit apprehensive and skeptical. I purchased the item and used it on my chairs for the first time and the results were SO AMAZING. I posted photos for reference of how dirty my cushions were before the cleaning and after the cleaning! Best vacuum I've ever used. I even bought a second one!" —Davina
Get it from Amazon for $123.59 (also available in a model designed for pet owners).
3. A tub of *iconic* cleaning paste The Pink Stuff, because once you realize how much stain-lifting power this absolute miracle in a jar has, you'll wonder how you ever got anything clean without it. Not only does it get stains out, it does it so quickly and with minimal effort on your part, whether you're tackling crusty cookware or crayon catastrophes.
Check out yours truly using it three ways on TikTok!
After seeing countless videos on cleaning TikTok that raved about The Pink Stuff, I knew I had to try it out on my stained, grime-coated sheet tray. I mean, if it could make a dent in that, I'd probably believe in magic. Well, I started scrubbing one corner as a test, and lo and behold, the difference was nothing short of DRAMATIC (check out my TikTok for proof!). And I didn't even have to scrub very hard, though as someone with ~minimal~ upper body strength, I doubt any force I could physically apply would even constitute as heavy scrubbing. At any rate, it worked so well that I tried it on a pair of dirty tennis shoes and a blue stain that had been singed onto my toaster oven for months, and, yup, it worked. Consider me a FAN.
Promising review: "This is the best cleaning product I've ever used. I don't often write reviews, but this one is worth all the good reviews. I almost deep-cleaned everything in my kitchen with the Pink Stuff. All my dishes, pots, glasses, and machines are like new. I also tried on my bathtub. It washed off the hard stains I failed to clean before. Will definitely buy more cleaning products from this company." —Yeshan
Get it from Amazon for $5.97 (also available in multipacks).
4. A plant-based stainless steel cleaner for anyone who loved the look of their shiny appliances the first week they got them, then quickly realized they're actually a breeding ground for unsightly fingerprints. This spray contains aromatic lavender essential oil, which polishes and shines without streaking and creates a protective barrier for preventing future smudges.
I'm gonna cut right to the chase and say that if you have so much as a stainless-steel toaster in your house, you NEED this cleaning spray. Despite having heard nothing but rave reviews about it for months and months, I only just ordered it a few months ago to prep my kitchen for holiday hosting — nothing like having your family point out all of the streaks on your fridge! 🙃
I'd been hesitant, because everything else I'd tried up to that point hadn't been effective — either the streaks and fingerprints would be back the second I touched a handle, or the so-called "cleaners" would create even ~more~ streaks as I wiped. That being said, 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 (also available in a two-pack).
5. A pack of dishwasher cleaning tablets, because how clean could your dishes really be if your dishwasher itself is a mess? Their subtle, crisp scent is a welcome change from those rancid odors that often creep up over time with use, and in terms of your dishwasher's appearance, I think the photos say it all.
Just pop them 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), and run as usual!
Promising review: "I have had a film on my dishwasher for quite some time now, I am embarrassed to say. We did not realize that it was necessary to clean the dishwasher from time to time. The buildup had been accumulating for over four years now. I tried several other cleaners to get the buildup off, but failed. I bought this product and figured it was worth a try. We added the product into the dishwasher and ran a normal cycle without dishes. When we opened it back up, it looked like new. Highly recommend this product!" —Phillip and Katherine
Get a pack of six tablets from Amazon for $8.99.
6. A fume-free oven cleaner so you can breathe a bit easier when you finally get around to doing everyone's least favorite task. This NSF-certified product doesn't contain lye or harsh fumes, and reviewers say it works like a dream on caked-on messes and grease stains if left on overnight. Your parents will faint from shock the next time they visit.
Promising review: "I wish I had taken a before photo of my poor oven. My husband decided to make an apple pie, and managed to burn loads of overflowing apple goo to the bottom, while little bits splashed all over the side walls. I searched through different oven cleaners, looking for one that wouldn't stink up the house. This product had good reviews, so I decided to try it. When the box arrived, I was surprised by what a large can it was and how much cleaner was in it. It's much more than I expected. I got right to work and was pleasantly surprised by the light lemon scent. I followed the instructions for the two-hour cleaning and all that burned-on goo wiped right off! No scrubbing needed! It was a miracle. My oven is shining likes it's brand-new again." —Lauren
Get it from Amazon for $14.98.
7. Or a 100% natural oven scrub made of pumice that'll turn what is probably your most dreaded chore into a much more bearable experience, since it doesn't contain headache-inducing chemicals (reviewers say it smells great!). And not only that, it'll cut through tough stains just as well as heavy-duty commercial cleaners, meaning less scouring on your part!
It also comes with a metallic scrubber!
Everneat is a small Etsy shop based in Fairfield, Connecticut, that specializes in natural cleaning products.
Promising review: "I wish I had a before/after picture. My oven door looks brand new with little effort. The smell was a great bonus. I have tried everything. This is now my go-to product. Will recommend to everyone." —Stephanie
Another promising review: "This stuff is MAGIC! One application and it took 15 years of yuck off my oven that refused to come off with other oven cleaners! The product does most of the work so you really don’t have to scrub for hours. Highly recommend this stuff!" —Traci Hutchinson
Get it from Everneat on Etsy for $19.99 (available in three scents).
8. A TikTok-famous Diamond Dazzle jewelry-cleaning stick with flexible micro bristles for getting into every nook, cranny, and crevice of your most intricate pieces. With this, your dull gems will ~shine bright like a diamond~ with hardly any effort or money — plus, it's small enough for on-the-go polishing!
Promising review: "Great product. Small, compact, and incredibly easy to use. No unpleasant smell, and leaves my engagement ring sparkling like it’s brand new!" —Jessie
Another promising review: "I absolutely love this product. I saw it on TikTok and figured I would give it a try. My grandmother passed away almost eight years ago, and she left me her first engagement ring in her will. I have tried so many jewelry cleaners, toothpaste and toothbrush, you name it, tried everything except for sending it away to get cleaned. I ordered the Diamond Dazzle Stik on Thursday and it arrived the following Saturday, fast shipping! Today is Sunday and I cleaned my ring with the Diamond Dazzle Stik. My ring is just as shiny as it was when my grandfather bought it for my grandmother many many years ago. I will definitely use this Diamond Dazzle Stik on all my jewelry. Highly recommended!" —Heather
Get it from Amazon for $7.99 (also available in packs of two or three, and with jewelry wipes).
9. An eco-friendly hard-water stain remover that'll give you the crystal-clear shower doors you always wanted but didn't think were actually attainable. Surprise!
Promising review: "We tried everything to get rid of hard water stains and nothing worked. We were getting our house ready to sell and our tub and sink were a mess. We tried this product and it worked immediately, restoring everything to like-new. It was fast and really worked! We even used it to clean our glass stovetop. It was amazing how clean it got things. I have a bad back and have to be careful about scrubbing things and it takes no effort to use. We use it in our new house and love it!" —Bradley
Get it from Amazon for $15.10.
10. And a bleach-free, no-scrub weekly shower spray you simply — as the name says — "wet and forget." Spray it on, let it sit overnight, and wipe it off the next day to reveal a shockingly stain-free shower — no intense arm exercise required.
Promising review: "I really didn't believe the reviews that said you can spray it on shower soap scum, then come back in a day and the soap scum is gone. But that's exactly how this magical liquid works. I had a shower that was badly soap scummed, so I sprayed a good amount of this Wet & Forget stuff and left. When I came back a few days later, the tiles looked like a brand new shower. I now spray my shower once a week and I'm pretty sure I will never see soap scum again. Whoever invented this stuff deserves an award. The only drawback — it does leave the floor of the shower slippery and it takes a while for the slipperiness to wash away." —Far Left Texas
Get it from Amazon for $19.54+ (available in two scents).
11. Or a rust stain-removing gel for getting rid of the orange grime covering your shower and sink so you'll actually feel clean while you're taking a bath and washing your hands. These photos are giving me so much drama I think I need some popcorn.
Promising review: "This is the best!!! It removed two-year-old rust stains from my sink, made it look brand new, and has a fresh scent. I highly recommend it." —Ms D
Another promising review: "I cannot say enough great things about this product. We just purchased a home that has a well with very high iron content in the water. I tried everything to remove the stains from our three toilets but nothing worked. I found this product online and immediately went to Amazon. The results blew me away. I didn't have to scrub at all. I let it sit in the tank for several hours and the results floored me!" —T-urtle
Get it from Amazon for $4.26+ (available in three sizes).
12. Plus a bottle of Better Life Natural Tub and Tile Cleaner that'll have you doing a double take once you see the actual color of your shower's grout shining through. Oh, hey there, forgot you weren't always yucky and brown!
Bonus: Reviewers say it smells great, unlike harsh chemical cleaners!
Promising review: "I have an acrylic tub, which can only be cleaned with non-abrasive cleaners. I squeegee it down after every shower so there is no standing water on any surface, but still I had a dingy-looking surface all around and on the bottom. I've tried all the major brand cleaners and none of them worked. On Pinterest I found formulas for cleaning the surface without scratching it. No luck. After a few years of this, I was pretty sure I'd have to get the tub resurfaced before putting my house on the market. This product was my last hope. I tried it on a small part of the tub. I sprayed the surface heavily and left it for a minute or two. I used a scrubber sponge and was amazed at how quickly and easily it came clean without a lot of elbow grease. Not only is it clean, but it shines just like when it was new! I wish I had taken BEFORE pictures, but I just didn't believe I'd see results like this. I'm thrilled that I don't have to go to the expense of a tub resurfacing or replacement." —Janey
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $13.04.
13. A pack of melamine sponges, which are fantastic for tackling those mysterious wall smudges, dirt, and grime without the need for chemical sprays. Just wet with water, wipe, and lift your jaw off the floor when you see how well it makes those Cheeto dust fingerprints all over your house disappear.
Reviewers say they're an excellent dupe for the Mr. Clean Magic Erasers, and much more affordable!
Promising review: "We used these to get our house ready for sale. It’s perfect for all the last minute touches and mystery stains. It took off smoke stains, grease, and stuck-on foods from our white cabinets, had them looking like new! Also great for kids' crayon and even got out Sharpie from our wall! They are much thicker than Magic Erasers and didn’t fall apart as quickly as their competitors do. Plus, way better price!" —Allison B.
Another promising review: "As good as Mr. Clean Magic Erasers but half the price. They clean so many surfaces better than anything. We use them at the bar and clean our chalkboards, metal sinks and ice wells, beer coolers, FRP backsplash walls, and even graffiti in the bathrooms comes off more easily with these than other cleaning products. I took one home and cleaned my shower faster and more easily than with bottles of shower cleaner. Highly recommended." —Stephen Brandau
Get a 20-pack from Amazon for $13.95.
14. A nontoxic carpet deodorizing solution, because you love your pet, but having stained carpets and a house that reeks of pee 24/7? Yeah, not so much. Reviewers say it'll take care of stubborn messes and nasty lingering odors with its refreshingly minty scent, and since you use it with your vacuum, it's super low-maintenance!
This solution works great with Bissell, Hoover, McCulloch, Rug Doctor, Kenmore, and Carpet Express vacuum cleaners.
Sunny & Honey is a family-run small business making cleaning products designed for pet owners who want keep their homes stain- and odor-free.
Promising review: "We have a five-pound Chihuahua who was a rescue and has awful bathroom habits. She doesn't like to go around people so has a tendency to hide and go, in closets, under beds, you name it. I didn't realize all the places she had gone until we were moving out of our apartment. Everything smelled like urine. She'd left (now dried) turds everywhere. I was convinced we would have to pay to replace the carpets. We used this solution in a carpet cleaner. Not a fancy one. Not one we rented. Just a vacuum-style home machine. The carpets looked and smelled brand new. I got my full deposit back and the whole place smelled great. I will definitely recommend this to everyone!" —Melissa T.
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in two sizes).
15. Or a pack of stain-removing pads to keep you from crying every time your beloved cat decides your new carpet is the best place to do their business. They work on wet and dry stains, and all you have to do is plop 'em down, stomp, and prepare to be amazed.
They're also great for things like wine, mud, coffee, blood, and juice.
Promising review: "WOW! Honestly, I was a little skeptical of the promise of these pads, but I bought them just to try out. THEY WORKED AMAZINGLY WELL! Seriously. I have some stains that are 1.5–2 years old. I've tried everything to get them out. I put these pads on the stains (two to cover the spot), let sit for about an hour, pulled them up, and the stain was gone. I truly couldn't believe it. The pad was yellow. Somehow the old urine was soaked up into the pad. My carpet looks like new. I couldn't recommend these any higher for what I wanted and what I got. Wish I could give this more than 5 stars." —Matt
Get a pack of 20 from Amazon for $27.49.
16. A pack of denture cleaning tablets that'll remove those gnarly stains from your night guard in as little as 15 minutes — your mouth deserves better than crusty dental appliances! Oh, and they'll kill 99% of odor-causing bacteria, which equals better breath.
Promising review: "Great product. It leaves my night guard looking like new. Rinses clean and doesn't leave a bad or soapy taste." —Erin
Another promising review: "I really loved this product. I am currently waiting for a new Invisalign set. My old Invisalign needed to be cleaned. I read the reviews and decided to purchase. OMG it worked! There was a fresh taste and they were clean. I wished I had found this product sooner. I did let them soak overnight only because I had been wearing them for the last four months. Nothing happened to Invisalign; there was no weakness or anything. Just very clean and fresh. If I could have given the product 10 stars I would have." —Lisa R.
Get 120 tablets from Amazon for $21.44 (also available in a pack of 240).
17. A bottle of Bar Keepers Friend you can use on practically ~anything~ in need of a little refresh. Grease-coated pans? Check. Rust-stained shower? Check. Streaky stainless steel? Check. The before and after photos don't lie!
Promising review: "Just amazing...I use this for so many different things. I collect vintage glass and pottery and this cleans anything and everything and makes them like new again." —Lauren Flynn
Another 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 with 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 $7.40 (also available in a pack of six).
18. A wood polish and conditioner that'll make you think twice before replacing your scratched up furniture — yes, there is hope for it! This conditioner contains beeswax, which acts as a protective coating, along with orange oil to help condition the wood and keep it from drying out.
Promising review: "I admit, I was a skeptic, so I only ordered one bottle. Our solid oak cabinets are 30+ years old, and obviously have seen wear. I applied one coat of the polish/conditioner tonight, and truly they look like brand new! I'm leaving it on overnight for maximum absorption, and will wipe/buff any excess in the morning. I'm quite certain I'll be ordering more of this product. How exciting to have my cabinets look so amazing!! Thank you for such a great product!" —Lynn
Another promising review: "I am so happy with this purchase. I have a dresser from the 1940s that is dark cherry and the piece looks amazing after one treatment! So easy to apply and smells wonderful. I cannot wait to use this on my other wood furniture. I highly recommend this product." —MJS in Miramar Beach
Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in two sizes).
19. A bacteria- and virus-killing Clorox Toilet Wand Starter Kit complete with disposable heads so you're not stuck with a gag-inducing dirty brush in the corner of your b-room — we all know there's no way of really cleaning those! If you think these before and after photos are shocking, just wait until you see the difference IRL.
Just stick one of the disposable sponges on, give your bowl a good scrub, and pop it off into the trash!
The kit comes with a wand, six refill heads filled with Clorox, and a storage caddy. The wand has a convenient button you can use to dispose of the used sponge heads in the trash, and the heads are uniquely shaped to fit under the rim of your toilet.
Promising review: "This is a genius product. All toilet brushes should be shaped like this. I've used this once and absolutely love. My toilet is sparkling like new! It gets in all the crevices. I bent over the other day and saw how nasty my water jets were getting. I then realized no matter how much I tried, my regular toilet brush wouldn’t get into those crevices, which prompted this purchase. Totally love this for deep-cleaning my toilet." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $11.98.
20. Or a gentle yet effective pumice cleaning stone that'll keep your bowl sparkling, even in the midst of limescale, water rings, rust, and anything else that might be making your toilet look unsightly. And since it comes with a handle, you won't be putting your hand near anything you'd...rather not.
It's also chemical-free, meaning no headache-inducing odors!
Promising review: "Honestly...what is this sorcery?! This product is amazing! I had tried everything and couldn’t get the stains out of my toilet. Saw the reviews for this product and thought I’d give it a try. Super easy to use. Had to use a lil' elbow grease on the really bad parts but it did the job! It literally took all the stains away and my toilet is like new! 10/10. Don’t buy anything else. Your search is over. This is all you’ll need. And bonus...it comes with a case so you can reuse it any time you need." —brittney h.
Another promising review: "I have very hard water that leaves 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 the after picture is from only 20 minutes of scrubbing, 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 $12.99 (also available in packs of two or four).
21. A bottle of silver polish to help revive all of those tarnished heirlooms you've been wondering whether you should keep or not. You'll feel like a regular restoration expert, and wiping away the rust to reveal a glistening finish will bring you *so* much joy.
Promising review: "This product is amazing! Polished some silver I found at a thrift store. It was heavily tarnished and now looks like the queen's tea set. I also polished some family heirlooms and they look brand new, not passed down through generations. It's so easy to use and works almost instantly." —KNZ
Another promising review: "I purchased this polish so I could clean the antique silver that my grandmother needed polished. Well, color me impressed! I was expecting it to look a little cleaner, but this polish went far beyond that. It removed all the tarnish and dirt that had built up over the last decade. Everything shines beautifully! I was so impressed that I tried it on my jewelry and stainless-steel refrigerator. It cleaned and shined quickly." —Amanda Dempsey
Get it from Amazon for $7.44 (also available as a pack of six).
22. A water-based, nontoxic grout pen that'll have those gunk-coated spaces between your tiles looking downright dazzling without any bleach or heavy scrubbing. Think of it as your weekend ~art project~.
Promising review: "I used this product five years ago on the bathroom floor of a house we bought. It had beautiful beige tile and hideous orange grout. After cleaning the grout, I applied the pen. It covered completely and I have beige grout. It has lasted without reapplying for five years. The floor is washed every week. We recently bought a vacation condo with beige tile and orange grout in the shower. I used the white pen and the shower looks brand new. Now I ordered more for the floor." —Pamela Brucker
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available with narrow or wide tips, and in more colors here).
23. Or a highly effective mold and mildew remover, which actually sticks to grime and buildup to leave your backsplash (and any other dirty caulk) looking like new. Let it sit overnight, then wipe away and ta-da!
Promising review: "This stain remover is amazing. I've tried everything under the sun to get those gross black stains removed from the grout in our shower, and nothing ever works. The product says to leave it on the stain for 5-6 hours and you may have to repeat this process. I put the stain remover on the grout around 7 p.m. after work last night, and this morning when I got up to shower, THE STAINS WERE ALL GONE!! The grout was a beautiful white, like it was brand new. AMAZING STUFF!!! Will buy again, and again, and again :) Definitely recommend!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
24. A box of bottle cleaning tablets if you're looking for a nearly hands-off solution for getting rid of those gross coffee stains for good. Simply fill your bottle with warm water, drop in a tablet, let it fizz for 15–30 minutes, rinse, and presto!
Check out BuzzFeed Shopping's Bottle Bright deep dive for more info!
Promising review: "My tea mug was horrible — 'stainless' steel that was totally brown from tea. It's shiny and silver again. Used it on my coffee mug and my gym water bottle as well, and they're all like new! Highly recommend, and it works super fast. No scent during or after use." —afK2
Get a pack of 36 tablets from Amazon for $24 (also available in packs of 12 and 78).
25. A plant-based Puracy spray reviewers say will send even the most stubborn tomato sauce, oil, sweat, and baby poop stains packing their bags. Apply it to your stained fabrics, let it sit, then just toss in the washing machine. Now you won't scream "NOOOOO!" as you watch your very adorable (and very not-potty-trained) puppy use your favorite throw blanket as a pee pad. 🙃
Based in Austin, Texas, Puracy was started by two best friends with the aim of making plant-based cleaning products that are gentle enough to use around children.
Promising review: "I used this spray hoping it would get stains out of old baby clothes, and it did amazingly! I was going through my toddler's baby clothes that had been sitting in storage for 2+ years with old stains, and wanted to try to get them a little freshened up so that baby #2 doesn't have to wear only stained hand-me-downs. There were onesies and sleepers with spit-up stains that had been washed; after using the spray I could only tell that a stain had been there because I knew what I was looking for! Worth every penny, I've been using the spray on all of the stained toddler clothes that I thought couldn't be saved from spaghetti, dirt, and paint. All of the clothes are like new!" —E.V.
Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in two sizes).
26. Or an all-purpose stain spray, which is called "Emergency Stain Rescue" for a reason. Spritz it on any fabric in need of reviving, let it work its magic, and voila! Whether you're famous for wearing white shirts whenever pizza night rolls around or have a toddler who loves hugging you with slimy hands, you'll wanna keep a bottle stashed in your cabinet.
The Hate Stains Co. is a small biz that was founded by a parent who set out to create a stain remover that was nontoxic but effective.
Promising review: "My son had a white shirt that he covered with spaghetti — I know, right, what was I thinking, white shirt and red sauce with a toddler. I had already washed this shirt with no treatment and dried it, I'd obviously forgotten about the stains, so I was super bummed thinking this shirt was a goner. Then I tried the Emergency Stain Remover, I sprayed it on before washing and all the stains were removed — looked like a brand-new shirt. I really like this product and will be buying more in the near future." —Crystal
Another promising review: "I bought the smallest bottle because I wasn't sure how good of a stain remover this product was, but I have to say that this little bottle of stain remover works like magic. I used it to take old dog urine stains off my white carpet and it worked! What a surprise. I also took some other old, dark stains off the carpet with it that didn't come off with other carpet cleaners. It works better than any of the other carpet cleaners that I have used and now I will be trying it on some other items that are stained. I can't say enough good things about this product." —Diane Merritts
Get it from Amazon for $7.94 (also available in packs of two or three).
27. Plus a bottle of seemingly magical Wine Away red wine stain remover you should have at the ready when one of your friends inevitably spills their drink on the pricey white couch you insisted on buying. Seriously, what kind of sorcery is this?!
Wine Away is a woman-owned brand based in the US!
For best results, absorb the excess liquid, then saturate the spot with the stain remover. Let it sit for one to five minutes, then blot it out. This product can also be used on hard surfaces to remove latex paint and grease.
Promising review: "Absolutely love the product!!!! I had an over-a-month-old wine stain all over my dining chair and this Wine Away product removed the old wine stains from my chair. The chair is back to its original look, like new. Amazing product! I spilled red wine all over my chair but cleaning it was super easy. Very happy with the results." —~Gigi~
Another promising review: "When you have anything white in your house and you have a love for red wine THIS PRODUCT IS A MUST! We had a dinner party of about 15 people in our house so I bought five bottles just in case. Someone spilled red wine on our brand-new white couch. I was so mad, but I used this stuff and it was GONE. It didn't just take most of the red wine out — the red wine was GONE! No trace of it at all! I will buy more!" —Alial
Get it from Amazon for $11.
28. A bottle of Goo Gone kitchen degreaser, because those slimy spots on your oven hood you assumed were permanent? Not so impenetrable after all. It cuts through grease like no one's business, and reviewers say it works quickly and requires very little (if any!) scrubbing.
It's safe for use on tile, ceramic, and sealed stone surfaces *and* even safe for food prep areas!
Promising review: "The degreaser I have been looking for!! This stuff is magic in a bottle. Not making this up at all. If you have nasty build-up in your kitchen, you HAVE to get this. My stove looks brand-new. All you do is spray it, let it sit for a little bit, then wipe away. Best cleaning solution yet." —Alexis Briana Lindsey
Another promising review: "I moved into a new apartment in September, and the kitchen was full of grease stains on the floor, floorboards, walls, and cabinets. They must have been there for a long time, since I was never able to get them up. I tried every type of cleaning solution, brush, sponge, wipe, you name it. The second I used this product on the stains they came up immediately. I didn't even have to put any elbow grease into it, I literally just wiped over it a few times and it was gone. I would leave more than 5 stars if I could." —alysonnnnn__
Get it from Amazon for $11.63+ (available in two sizes).
29. A drill brush kit, which attaches to your drill to send your toughest stains packing their bags when you don't feel like spending an afternoon on your knees, scouring away. This set includes three types of brushes in different shapes and sizes to suit corners, flat surfaces, and everywhere in between.
Need a drill? Here's one.
This brush comes in different colors and bristle textures: white is a soft bristle, best for wheels, carpets, upholstery, glass, and leather; yellow is a medium bristle, best for bathrooms, bathtubs, shower, tiles, and porcelain; green is a medium bristle, best for kitchens, stoves, cabinets, countertops, and linoleum; blue is a medium bristle, best for boats, pools, canoes/kayaks, hot tubs, and plastics; red is a stiff bristle, best for outdoors, siding, brick, garages, and gutters; and black is a hard bristle, best for grills, loose paint, furnaces, ovens, and industrial use.
Drill Brush is a small business that was founded by Anthony LaPolla, a former electrician with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome who developed this tool as a way to clean while avoiding painful scrubbing.
Promising review: "I had some build-up of soap scum on my bathroom sink I had tried to get off, and it just wasn't possible, so I let it continue to build up. I got to the point where I just thought it looked awful and needed a new solution. I decided the drill brushes was worth trying, and within about 10 minutes of drill brushing my sink is like brand-new." —ToddV
Another promising review: "Bought these on a whim and was skeptical if they would really help, but man am I glad I did! They made cleaning our glass shower door and fiberglass shower a breeze! Don't really want to admit how long it had been between cleanings, but the shower shined like it never had before. No issues with the brushes leaving marks, but definitely want to err on the side of caution on how long you stay in a spot." —Molly
Get a set of three brush heads from Amazon for $17.99+ (available with soft, medium, stiff, and ultra-stiff bristles in several colors).
30. Or a Rubbermaid power scrubber that's like an electric toothbrush for your whole bathroom. Use it for reaching smaller areas, like grout and fixtures, or anywhere that could use a little TLC (Truly Lustrous Cleaning).
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Natalie Brown is a fan of this: "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."
Promising review: "I used this to clean the grout on my ceramic tile floor over the weekend. Used just this scrubber and a grout cleaner and the floor looks literally brand new. I used the cleaner and a toothbrush a couple years back and the results weren’t nearly as good and took about 4x longer. I definitely recommend this to everyone with tile to clean." —Meghan Allen
Check out Natalie's full Rubbermaid Reveal Power Scrubber review for more!
Get it from Amazon for $19.67.
31. A truly awe-inspiring bottle of Quick N Brite Fireplace Cleaner you'll probably leave in your will once you see how well it tackles those soot stains you thought were unsalvageable. Magic, I tell ya!
It even comes with a handy scrub brush!
Promising review: "This stuff is amazing. I made the mistake of putting too many logs in my fire at one time and my flue couldn’t keep up. So needless to say, my white fireplace got discolored. I used this stuff and it made it as good as new!" —Jedadia T.
Another promising review: "Unbelievable! My daughter just moved into her first home. She thought she would have to paint her brick fireplace because of the heavy soot stains that had been there for years. We applied the product twice and put in a whole lot of elbow grease, but what a difference! It’s a messy process, but well worth the time and energy." —MM
Get it from Amazon for $20.97+ (available in two sizes).
32. A concentrated leather cleaner so your couch will look as spiffy as it did on day one, especially if the only way you've cared for it up until now is a quick paper towel swipe every now and then. Oh, and it's safe to use on everything from handbags to jackets!
Promising review: "I used this on my black leather shoes and it worked great! My shoes look brand new! Very easy to use, only needed a little bit to get the job done, and didn’t leave any sort of gross residue on my shoes or hands. Highly recommend!" —Emma
Another promising review: "This stuff is amazing! I knew my couches were dirty but I didn't realize they were this bad off. Prior to switching to Leather Honey I was using leather wipes from another company. Those wipes didn't do much for dirt removal as I am now seeing. The leather is a yellow cream color but the sofas were looking gray. Leather Honey took the dirt right off. I left the solution to soak in for two minutes in the more problematic areas and then wiped it off clean." —Ruby
Get it from Amazon for $18.95 (also available in two other styles).
33. A bottle of Oh Yuk jetted tub cleaner, because if you're one of the lucky people who actually has a jetted tub, the last thing you probably want is a luxurious soak in what's really a bath full of dirt. 🤢 With this, you'll be looking at a sparkling tub in as little as 15 minutes — just run the water, pour the cleaner 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: "I honestly did not think this was going to work any better than some other methods I had tried. Boy was I wrong. Followed the instructions and watched in disbelief as the gunk and the grime started surfacing in the tub. Let it run its course, drained the tub, then filled it with cold water, ran the jets for 10 minutes, and it was like brand new. Every now and then you come across a product that actually works, this being one of those. BTW it hardly has any smell which also surprised me." —JJS in Madison
Get it from Amazon for $17.84.
34. A powerful cooktop cleaner kit that'll actually conquer those burnt stains you had zero hope for — very little elbow grease required. Meet your match, caked-on tomato sauce from six months ago!
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: "Life happens and water boils over…I’ve tried a couple products to clean my newer glass top stove, but was unable to get all the crud off. Weiman Cooktop and Stove Top Cleaner did the trick! My glass top looks like new again — AMAZING!" —Katie Teutemacher
Another 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 $17.88.
35. A citrus-scented foaming car upholstery cleaner you should have if your car's seen its fair share of drive-thru visits, with the ketchup stains and lingering french fry smells to prove it. Now, you won't have to do any explaining when you give someone a ride, except to tell them how you keep your car so spotless (and smelling so good!).
Promising review: "So I had a spot on my dash that I wanted to clean and grabbed this stuff because I figured my car could use some TLC over the years. Well, I went to clean one small part and ended up almost detailing the entire inside of both front and back driver and passenger side doors. It worked so well, so fast, and smelled so good that I couldn't stop. My car looks brand-new!" —Michael
Get it from Amazon for $10.99 (also available in several bundles).
36. A multipurpose Wet and Forget outdoor cleaner, because your driveway, fence, and patio deserve some attention too! Those green moss and mildew stains you thought you'd be stuck with? Nope, no match for this stuff. Spray some on, and then...literally just admire your beautiful "work."
Promising review: "Have an old wooden fence with lots of green algae. Just spray it on and leave it and it looks like new. Great product." —AmazonCustomerReview
Another promising review: "I have a brick patio. When I bought this house it was covered, and I mean covered with moss. A good power wash each spring was never enough to stop the moss from returning, and month after month during the summers was a struggle, man vs plant. I did that for two years, cursing and complaining the whole time. This April I did my spring power wash as usual and immediately treated this patio. It is now going into August and I have not had even a wisp of moss this year — I mean nothing! I would recommend this product without any reservations. When you put it on you may think to yourself that it doesn't look like you really did much. It dries quick and looks the same as it did before, but wow does it do exactly what it says it will do." —PM in NH
Get it from Amazon for $19.98 (also available in packs of two and four).
37. Or an electric pressure washer to bust through large outdoor messes with Incredible Hulk-like power (and hardly any effort on your part). Plus, the five included spray tips target areas big and small.
It connects to your hose, and it's great for washing down cars, houses, boats, patios, and outdoor furniture. It comes with two detergent tanks, a garden hose adapter, and a clean-out tool.
Promising review: "I bought this pressure washer based upon the good reviews that I found, and I am happy to report that I am not disappointed. I have run this machine for a total of 12 hours during the past two days without a hiccup. My concrete patio, which had three years of grime and mold, now looks like new. This machine is as good as advertised, and I highly recommend it." —Bill
Another promising review: "I love this washer. It competes with my 2,200-psi gas-powered pressure washer, which in fact I sold to keep this. But doesn't have the noisy gas engine or the heavy weight. Easy to move around lightweight and has great power. Very quiet. I love all the attachments and the different stream types. The soap dispenser works well. I'm cleaning everything, my deck, my house, the garage doors, the concrete slab. It takes off all the dirt and mold from the old concrete stairs and sidewalk." —Tim S.
Get it from Amazon for $169 (also available in several bundles).
38. And finally, a pretty spectacular wheel cleaner for hubcaps so shiny, they'll look like they did when you first got them. Give 'em a good spray, let the cleaner sit and loosen up the dirt, then simply wipe away the grease and grime for a true "wow" moment.
It works with various wheel finishes including chrome, aluminum, steel, clear-coated, PVD, painted, plastic wheel covers, magnesium, and aftermarket wheels.
Promising review: "One of the few products I have used on rims that does a remarkable job! Easy to use and leaves the rims looking like new! Just a great product!" —Amazon Customer
Another promising review: "It will take one look from your friends to say 'Did you buy some new wheels?' This stuff is absolutely amazing. For the full effect, dismount your wheel, spray the back. Go do something for 10 minutes. Wash with water, no scrubbing needed. Turn the rim face up, do it again. Do the rest of your rims, and don't forget the tire protectant when you reinstall them. This stuff will handle salt, road tar, off-road dirt and mud — you get it dirty, it comes clean. Where was this stuff when I was racing off-road?" —johnfcon
Get it from Amazon for $16.49 (also available as a much larger refill).
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