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    28 Cleaning Products To Make Tidying Up Less Painful

    For the days when you don't wanna clean up. Pretty much every day that ends with a "y".

    1. A container of The Pink Stuff cleaning paste — a beloved viral sensation that'll give you TikTok review-worthy results on some of your dirtiest items.

    reviewer photo of them holding the container
    reviewer before and after photos of cleaning wall with marker on it
    Reviewer before and after of the bottom of a frying pan with burn stains on them

    This vegan paste will remove stains from stoves, kitchen floors, metal, ceramics, porcelain, marble, wood, silverware, jewelry, glass shower doors, fiberglass doors, glass stove tops, countertops, toilets, sinks, bathtubs, car wheels, stainless steel, and so much more! Whew!

    Promising review: "Since moving into this apartment I have gradually come to hate this tub because of water stains. I have tried every product on the market including wild things from the internet like Coca-Cola, vinegar you name it..this stuff with a couple of swipes/scrubs and a toothbrush for the textured areas completely cleaned my tub in a way that I can only tell you excited me to the core of my being. All I can tell you is buy it and I wish you the best!" —Michelle

    Get it from Amazon for $5.97+ (available in packs of one or two).

    2. pet stain and odor remover in case you've completely forgotten what the original color of your carpet was. It's easy to feel like the carpet is so destroyed it'll never look clean again, but this carpet miracle is just that, and will have your carpet restored in even the most high-traffic areas of your home.  

    Reviewer before and after photo of a carpet that had a large black stain on it
    Reviewer before and after of their carpet with a stain and without one

    This cleaner is not *just* for carpet, though! You can use it on furniture, pet beds and crates, hardwood, and even laminate flooring! 

    Sunny & Honey is a small business focusing on creating products that are highly effective at cleaning pet stains. They also donates 10% of all profits to animals in need (rescue groups and no-kill animal shelters).

    Promising review: "This stuff works sooooo well. I have tried many other brands of pet stain remover, and this one is definitely the best. I have two indoor cats with hairball issues; they are often spitting up hairballs, or stomach acid only before or after the passing of the hairball. (Sorry for the TMI.) Of course, they only want to do this on the carpet and rugs. This stain remover effectively removes the bodily fluid, hairballs, etc., with a nice, fresh minty scent and no sticky residue. I keep a bottle upstairs and downstairs so I don't have to go hunting for it during those 2 a.m. hairball vomiting sessions (because, of course, that's the only time they want to throw up)." —Heather Coburn-Schill

    Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ or Subscribe & Save for $18.99/month (available in 32 oz. or one gallon and two scents).

    3. Some Bissell Stomp 'N Go pads so easy to use, you'll wish you'd thought of them sooner. All you have to do is set the pad down, stomp on it, then toss it. It works on both fresh and set-in stains. 

    a reviewer holding the pad which is covered in some sort of stain
    a reviewer's carpet with a rectangular clean spot where the pad was used

    Promising review: "It is actually working! I almost cried when I picked up the first pad!! Some genius builder put white carpet in our condo bedrooms. It's now 15 years old so it's definitely not the original white. We knew we were going to get a dog so we didn’t want to replace it right away though. Well, we rescued a dog that was barely potty trained and she did a number on the carpet. Luckily, the smell didn’t linger, but the stain did. We’ve tried numerous products and none of them helped the stain. The stains are now over a year old. We're waiting until after COVID to replace the carpet but I still wanted it to look nice in the meantime. I was skeptical for sure, but holy goodness it’s working!! You can literally see the rectangle where I used (and moved) the first pad!!!! I have a long way to go, but these pads are nothing short of a miracle! I just wish they were bigger because laying them out looks and feels like we’re laying tiles on the floor. Just buy it. You won’t regret it." —Kimmy

    Get a pack of 20 from Amazon for $27.48.

    4. concentrated leather cleaner you can use to fool your family into thinking you went out and bought a new couch. Yeah, that's not a pattern on your couch; it's chocolate drizzle from that sundae you got in '07. 

    a reviewer's couch cushion half clean and half stained
    a different reviewer's sofa half clean and half dirty

    Since this is a concentrate, that means a little goes a long way. This teeny 4-ounce bottle makes a whopping 32-ounces of cleaner when diluted with water!

    Leather Honey is a family-owned small business and has been a top leather cleaner and conditioner since 1968. Their products provide up to six months of leather protection, are always non-toxic and all-natural, and will make your leather softer, richer, and healthier. 

    Promising review: "I bought a sorta white leather sectional for $150 stained and dirty but no major wear or tears. Well, the pictures tell it all! It took at least three cycles of gentle scrubbing and wiping off raised dirt and a little extra for bad stains! A lot of elbow grease but holy crap! Super nice couch now!" —iPoutside365

    Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in two sizes).

    5. pet hair removal broom so now you see pet hair all over the floor, ~waves magic broom,~ and now you don't!

    Promising review: "This is a genius invention with a rubbery broom that catches everything! Today I didn't think the floor really needed to be swept, but the FURemover proved me wrong. I ended up with a big tumbleweed of dog hair, my hair, and who knows what else? The handle telescopes far longer than I need (I'm 5'8") but it comes in handy when sweeping under the couch or other out-of-the-way places. This is a gamechanger if you have a lot of fur or hair in your home. You must try this, I am so happy with this purchase!" —Frannie

    Get it from Amazon for $12.98.

    6. And a ChomChom roller to collect the fur that's left all over the house like little piles of buried treasure. Wow, look at that bounty.

    A gif of a reviewer using the chom chom roller
    A before reviewer photo of a chair with fur on it
    An after reviewer photo of a chair without fur on it
    Reviewer is holding the Chom Chom, showing the compartment holding all the fur it just picked up

    Promising review: "I have had many different pet hair rollers and this beats everything hands down. The compartment that traps the hair is genius. With many pet hair removal tools the hair sort of flies in the air a little, you have handfuls, or have to clean the brush on something...this baby traps the fur in a little compartment that is easy to empty. I sent links to this product to lots of my friends who are owned by cats and told them it will be lifechanging." —DLB

    Get it from Amazon for $28.95.

    7. A windowsill sweeper for getting down to the nitty gritty in all the crevices of your window. You'd be surprised how many critters and dust bunnies get trapped in the grooves. 

    The five tools
    Reviewer before pic of their windowsill with dirt
    Reviewer after pic of their clean windowsill

    It comes with a regular brush, a small brush, a bristle brush, a slimmer one for tight spaces, and a duster specifically meant for blinds!

    Promising reviews: "LOVE these cleaning tools. Now I’m not a neat freak, but when I clean, I CLEAN. I like to get in all the nooks and crannies, and these tools made my life so much easier. The skinny green one was great for that skinny area behind my bathroom faucet that I could ever seem to reach! And the thicker white one was fantastic for my shower door track because of the angled bristles it has. It got all the gook that I normally can’t get to. I can’t wait to use them on my windows. Would totally buy again." —Joell Almighty

    "Why haven't I ordered this before?! A friend told me about on this idea. I have lived in my home for 7 years! I don't do window seals well. I have the entire first floor of my house done, and I just got them today!! I can't believe how much dirt was in the cracks! I scrubbed them all dry to release dirt then used my mini vacuum to suck it all up!! Green handle is my fave out of all of them!!" —Danielle

    Get it from Amazon for $11.99

    8. A bottle of Folex spot remover reviewers say must be some form of sorcery because their stains disappeared like magic. Just apply, agitate, and blot for instant ~wowworthy~ results.

    a before of a reviewer's stained couch
    after and the couch is clean

    Be sure to check out our full write-up on this Folex stain remover!

    Promising reviews: "So my dog got into my makeup bag and got ahold of some liquid lipstick and, needless to say, I flipped out to see my carpets neon orange. It took about an hour and two rolls of paper towels but holy moly! WOW did this stuff work! My mother recommended it to me after using it on minor stains at her house and I'm so glad I got it. Definitely worth the money and it really does disappear right before your eyes like the bottle says!" —Jen

    "The reviews and before/after pics had me curious, but still skeptical. I used it a few times on random stains around the house and it really does just make them disappear instantly! But all of those were new stains that hadn’t set yet. I finally decided to try it on my car seats that have been stained for years and I’m amazed at the difference! You can still see some remnants of the stains but that’s my fault for not having enough dry towels. If you follow the directions on the bottle you will not be disappointed!" —LMK32294

    Get it from Amazon for $13.38+ (available in various sizes and multiple packs).

    9. A Baseboard Buddy — a genius device that'll make cleaning your baseboards a breeze. What used to take hours can now take mere minutes. It'll save your back from extra strain and pressure, too. 

    Reviewer pic of the dirty pad
    A reviewer before pic of their baseboard covered in hair
    A reviewer after pic of their baseboard clean without hair

    It comes with three reusable cleaning pads. The handle extends over four feet, which means you can even use it to clean your crown moldings! 

    Promising review: "I have a whole house of 5" baseboards. I had new carpet coming and was tired of moving everything, but I wanted my baseboards cleaned before and after the carpet install. This works, and I did not have to sit on the floors and slide around the rooms. Nor did I have to bend over until exhausted. There is a slight learning curve on the best angle and where to stand, but it works. It also allows you to get behind furniture." —Kindle customer

    Get it from Amazon for $24.99

    10. A pack of melamine cleaning sponges because you can literally erase stains. These lil' baddies can erase marks on the wall, grease from the microwave, scum from your tub, and so much more — which is why you might as well just buy a pack because you're definitely going to need them. 

    A gif of a reviewer cleaning their wood trim
    a before photo of a reviewer's dirty door
    the after photo of a clean door

    Reviewers have used these to clean marks on their walls from their kid's markers, grease marks, the yellow rust stains in their tubs, pigment stains from paint, and even dirty sneakers! Note: the sponges *will* slowly disintegrate as you use them— good thing there's 20 in the pack!

    Promising reviews: "I own a cleaning business and have spent a small fortune on the name brand. I clean everything from condo rentals to long term lease/residential rentals, and I have had to clean unimaginable NASTY, I mean 'pics or it didn't happen' kind of nasty, and these cut right through it. They work just as well as the name brand, if not better, and they seem to last a little longer!" —Keisha Marie

    "Had no clue my bathtub could be pristine white until it was recommended to try 'Magic Erasers' on soap buildup. Not wanting to pay ridiculous price for box of two at our local store — I turned to Amazon. I have used a different generic brand in past and was disappointed they crumbled immediately, surprisingly, these held up very well despite using them on a very tough cleaning job that required lots of deep scrubbing. These will remove Sharpie marks on some materials, clean/brighten trim molding, cut through soap scum — the possibilities are endless — good to have on hand for various cleaning needs. Highly recommend." —Kat

    Get a pack of 20 from Amazon for $11.95.

    11. dryer lint vacuum attachment to reduce the risk of starting an accidental fire. Believe it or not, you can't just keep drying your clothes without cleaning the trap. This device will help you get it done quick and right. 

    Reviewer before and after photo of their dryer with lint in it
    Reviewer pic of a pile of lint from their dryer

    It's suitable for most vacuum cleaners and comes with a brush to help clean your dryer!

    Promising review: "I clean out my dryer vent every other load and I never could get the lint that would fall below. It started to build up so I thought I’d give this attachment a try and boy was it worth it! Not only inexpensive but super easy to use. Highly recommend this product." —B.Garcia

    Get it from Amazon for $11.95+ (available in three colors).

    12. An all-surface cleaner made with simple ingredients so you can feel confident cleaning your house without worrying about harsh chemicals.

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    a product shot of what the surface cleaner formula looks like
    HumbleSuds / Etsy

    Humble Suds is a small shop based in Denver, Colorado that creates natural plant-based cleaning products.

    Promising review: "I used the surface scrub today on my bathtub and bathroom sink, and it works WONDERS! I love that the ingredients are minimal and organic, but gets the job done. I love this product!" —hinako jefferson

    Get it from HumbleSuds on Etsy for $14.95+ (available in two classes).

    13. A Scrubbing Bubbles toilet cleaning stamp you can stick onto the inside of your toilet to help maintain your bowl's cleanliness and freshness.

    Gif of a hand stamping the gel in a toilet, the toilet flushing, and arrows showing how the gel is able to clean the bowl
    A hand stamping the circle of gel in the toilet
    Scrubbing Bubbles / Via www.youtube.com, Scrubbing Bubbles

    Promising review: "I can not give it enough stars, this item is so great. It does everything it claims to do. I have hard water so extremely bad, but this has taken care of it. I am very satisfied with this product and will definitely purchase again." —KyBlueFire

    Get a tube of six stamps from Amazon for $4.67.

    14. A genius automatic bleaching system to clean your toilet bowl with every flush. Once installed, it sends cleaner into the bowl every time you flush and lasts three months! 

    Promising review: "I've installed these in all six toilets in my home and they are a great idea. I've been using this for about four to five years. This device circulates bleach product into the toilet bowl after every flush, where it is needed to prevent staining such as water lines from calcium buildup. The chlorine water is restricted to the bowl, not the tank. If chlorine is in the tank it will erode away the flapper and foam seal which separates the tank from the bowl, requiring more expensive repairs. This product solves that problem with no drawbacks and don't look unsightly like the clamp-on bars of chlorine that are permanently inside the bowl." —Dr. D123

    Get it from Amazon for $10.81.

    15. A Bissell multipurpose portable cleaner with the power to restore your carpet to the way it looked before you welcomed your furry pals to the family.

    reviewer image of the green portable cleaner
    gif of someone using the cleaner to clean their couch cushion

    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. Best vacuum I've ever used. I even bought a second one!" —Davina

    Get it from Amazon for $123.59

    16. A floor cleaner, an all-natural product that'll get your floors in tip-top shape without harming them. Since you're always wiping up spills, you'll rest easy knowing that your floors won't be rubbed raw. 

    The floor cleaner
    Farmhouse Clean / Etsy

    Farmhouse Clean is a small business based in Illinois that sells all-natural cleaning products for the home in aesthetic packaging. 

    Promising review: "I have never felt so excited to clean. I LOVE the unique beachy scent. I love the design of the bottles. I love the natural ingredients. I loved the super fast shipping. I loved the funny (but serious message) labels on the shipping box. Everything gets a perfect score." —Randi J. Sayles

    Get an 8-ounce bottle from Farmhouse Clean on Etsy for $7.95 (available in two scents).

    17. A foaming garbage disposal cleaner because no one really knows how to clean a garbage disposal. This takes all the guesswork out of it and leaves you with a lemony fresh scent afterwards.

    blue foaming cleanser pushing its way out of the sink drain
    Amazon

    Promising reviews: "We moved into a townhouse that had a garbage disposal in the kitchen. I never had one growing up and didn't think too much about it until the funky smell started. I researched ways to clean it and came across these. Decided to order a four-pack and try them. THEY ARE LIFE CHANGING. Just run some water, toss the packet in, and turn on the disposal. The little packet does all the hard work for you. I order a new set as soon as we start to run low." —lucas broshears

    Get a four-pack from Amazon for $4.25.

    18. A box of OxiClean that'll save you from that embarrassing moment when a house guest asks, "Um, what's that spot?" Add water to this powerful formula and watch those mysterious stains disappear.  

    Mattress with a dark brown stain on it
    The same mattress with the stain virtually all gone

    Promising review: "This stuff is amazing! It cleans clothes like nothing else. It makes whites as white as chlorine bleach and makes colors pop. This stuff cleans more than clothes, too — bath tubs, grout, driveways, teeth (of your mechanical cogs and saw blades). Who could ask for more in a cleaner?" —mycull

    Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in four quantities and four formulas). 

    19. A screen cleaner kit with the power to give you back that HD quality picture by ridding your screen of dust, dirt, and fingerprints. You won't have to wonder if it's a bug or a piece of lint covering up your perfect view of Sebastian Stan. 

    a reviewer photo of a TV with smudges across the screen
    a reviewer photo of the same TV now clean

    The spray is free of alcohol, ammonia, and harmful phosphates. You can use it to clean any screen, including HDTVs, PC monitors, tablets, laptops, smartphones, and more!

    Promising review: "A miracle! I've been looking for this product all my life! I have a nice 42-inch smart TV that I hate cleaning. Every product I used left streaks everywhere so I'd use more and rub and rub...Make sure your screen is cool and spray an ample amount on the cloth provided and smear it everywhere. Then flip the cloth and rub it off. I think this is truly one of the greatest breakthroughs in modern history. They give you a huge can of this stuff and a quality cloth." —Paul Wedero

    Get it from Amazon for $19.97.

    20. weekly bleach-free shower spray that'll let you spray and forget your shower, letting the cleaner do the work for you. Reviewers say it can take on big jobs and is definitely worth the buy👇🏽.

    Before: a dirty shower floor; after: the clean shower floor
    Amazon

    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 (this is a house we were moving out of). 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." —Far Left Texas

    Get it from Amazon for $19.98.

    21. A cordless Black + Decker hand vacuum designed to make it that much easier to clean up tiny messes without having to grab the big dog (aka the upright vacuum). It features a pullout crevice tool that you can flip up to help you get a more detailed cleaning in your home or car. 

    The handheld vacuum being used to clean baseboards
    The same vacuum being used by a model to pick up a spilled mess from a puppy
    Amazon

    Promising review: "Ok y'all, my 2-year-old loves helping me clean now because of this dustbuster! It is the perfect size for her to help out! Plus, it is powerful enough for me to use to clean out my car as well. It's super easy to empty and clean. I'm very happy with this purchase!" —Ashley Rawlins

    Get it from Amazon for $44.99.

    22. A stainless steel cleaner made with natural essential oils to safely remove water marks, residue, and grease from your steel sinks and appliances. A couple of sprays and wipes and it's back to looking model-home new. 

    Plus, it comes with a microfiber cleaning cloth!

    Promising review: "I was hesitant because other cleaners weren’t great. They either didn’t work or left a weird residue that dust would stick to. This cleaner doesn’t leave a residue and actually works! Highly recommend!" —Courtney B.

    Get it from Amazon for $19.95.

    23. A microfiber spin mop reviewers say makes mopping quick and easy and helps the floors dry faster, too. Quick-dry floors means you can quickly tackle this chore and move on to the next thing on your to-do list. 

    reviewer using foot-operated peddle to wring microfiber mop
    reviewer image using the mop to clean the floor

    Promising review: "Ashamed to say, but I barely ever mop the floors. I purchased this O-Cedar Mop and Bucket based upon the great reviews. I am here to add a 5-star review of my own. This mop and bucket not only cleaned my floors, but it made the entire process easy (and dare I say fun?). I did the entire first floor of my house both tile and wood. Then wanted more fun, so I scooped up the handy handle and carried it upstairs where I continued on to the bedrooms and bathrooms. I don't want to go on and on, but this mop picked up lots of dirt and grime, then popped easily into the washing machine. It came out great. The swirly thing makes all the difference. It wrings out all of the excess water, so it's easy to mop without using too much muscle, which I do not have. And the mop heads are short, rather than long mop heads, which only make for heavier mops. If you're on the fence, go for it, you'll agree." —LauraP320

    Get it from Amazon for $48.22.

    24. A microfiber window blind cleaner just begging to ~wow~ the crowd by showing you just how disgusting the in between crevices of your blinds can be. Don't worry, I'm not judging. 

    A hand using the duster on blinds
    A reviewer photo of the duster covered in dust

    The cleaner also comes with five microfiber duster clothes.

    Promising review: "Where has this blind cleaner been for the past 50 years???? I have struggled to keep my blinds clean for so many years and happily found this item. It WORKS!!! And I love that it comes with extra sleeves, and the sleeves are machine washable. The handle is plastic, but I feel confident it won't break any time soon." —marionvgt

    Get the six-piece set from Amazon for $7.99 (also available in green).

    25. A Roborock cordless wet dry vacuum, a godsend for homes with hardwood floors, especially with curious little kids who tend to get a little messy. You won't have to worry about grabbing a mop and then a broom after each spill. This vac can tackle both at the same time.  

    a reviewer using the wet vac on their kitchen tiled floor
    the wet dry Roborock Dyad vacuum
    www.amazon.com, Roborock

    Promising review: "My kitchen and the basement have always been the high-traffic area with three kids and a dog roaming around. I am so happy I finally got this to do all the vacuuming and mopping in one run. Dyad came in with all the parts already pre-installed. It was easy to set up, took me less than 10 mins. My kitchen floor is made from natural stone tiles. The surface easily traps dirt and stains. In the past, I had to sweep the floor first, then mop with cleaners several times. The Dyad did a great job picking up debris and dirt from the corners and between tile grouts. It also cleaned and removed the dark spots and stains in one mop. I was very impressed. With a full tank of the solution, I was able to clean the kitchen floor multiple times. The battery lasted for a long time. I charged the vacuum to 100% before using it. When I got a voice alert to empty the dirty water container, the battery was at 75%. I like the self-cleaning function in the Dyad. All I had to do was empty the dirty water container again after rinsing the rollers. I can't wait to use it in the basement next. :-)" —RC

    Get it from Amazon for $449.99.

    26. A touchless stationary vacuum that might leave your dustpan without a job. You can sweep over dirt and hair and watch as the vacuum sucks it all up. Then, you can empty the dirt into the trash. Tell the kids it's like playing hockey with dirt. Now, shoot for the goal! 

    the gray and black bagless, touchless vacuum on a tiled floor next to broom
    GIF of reviewer sweeping dust into bagless vacuum

    EyeVac is a small biz that creates touchless and bagless vacuums.

    An indicator light will turn on to let you know that the canister is full, and then you can remove the canister and dump the debris in the trash.

    Promising review: "I absolutely love this magic floor sucker. I live in the Rocky Mountains with four large dogs and two cats. It makes sweeping not so bad and much more manageable. You just sweep it to the vac and it sucks it up. LOVE IT." —MaryKat

    Get it from Amazon for $129 (available in five colors).

    27. A set of scrubbing attachments to put the elbow grease into cleaning without making you work twice as hard. These attachments fit onto your drill and add extra power behind the scrub brushes to tackle bigger projects in half the time. 

    Promising review: "We originally purchased this to scrub our tile floors and grout in the bathrooms. We have a dog who slobbers everywhere and the only way to clean it is to use elbow grease. This thing is magical! We’ve used it on the walls (no paint removed), base boards, door jams and doors, windows, floors, and cabinets. Just dip it into warm soapy water and go to town! Recommending this to all our friends. Cuts cleaning time in half!" —A. Bos

    Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (available in six colors).

    28. A robot mop that's pretty much one of the best inventions ever because it literally does the chore of mopping for you. Oh yes, no hands! It's like having a personal housekeeper. Now, if we could just find one that cleans windows 🤔. 

    the white robot mop machine cleaning a wood floor
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I love my Braava jet; it mops so I don't have to. I've had it for about six months and it makes my floors absolutely sparkle. It's not heavy duty; if you want something that really scrubs your floors, this won't do it. But a regular, gentle mop that keeps a floor clean and dirt/dust free? Absolutely. It picks up perfectly where my Roomba leaves off and grabs what it missed." —Danielle

    Get it from Amazon for $199.99.

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