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    I Know Places You’ve Probably Never Cleaned In Your Home — And 32 Products To Help You Tackle Them

    Like the thick grime on top of your kitchen cabinets and the trapped lint clogging your dryer vents.

    1. A looooooong Oxo microfiber duster my fellow renters will *especially* appreciate, because you'll be able to reach under the fridge, oven, and other impossible-to-reach areas and pull out all of the dust, crumbs, and small items that have fallen there that previous residents never bothered (or didn't know how) to clean. 

    Promising review: "Bought a new home and I noticed some dust under the stove and fridge so I bought this Oxo duster. Well, surprise, surprise! The previous owners were disgusting and I cleaned out much more than dust; dust, crumbs, toys, cereal, oats, nuts, and pills. Yuck yuck yuck. I don’t think I would’ve pulled out all this crap with any other duster." —Reading&Writing

    Get it from Amazon for $16.99.

    2. A mattress vacuum because I'm willing to bet you haven't thought about cleaning your mattress, like, ever — you know, the thing you rest your head on for 7+ hours every day. Over time, it builds up with dust and mites that can cause allergy flareups — not fun! It comes equipped with a UV light to eliminate bacteria and sucks up all the nasty dust for dumping out afterward.

    Reviewer's picture of the vacuum's filter filled with dust
    Same reviewer's picture of piles of dust

    Promising review: "So I brought this originally for my son who gets really bad allergies to dust. At first we didn't know what was causing this until someone told me to check our beds and furniture. Even though we change our bed sheets regularly, there will be dust left over. So I decided to give this a try and they were right! I couldn't believe how many mites and how much dust there was. I took my time cleaning everyone's bed and our sofa which was easy to use and light. My son haven't had a reaction in a while for means this product works for my family!" —Lisa

    Get it from Amazon for $109.99 (also available in a version without the UV light).

    3. A pack of dishwasher cleaning tablets capable of removing the nasty buildup inside your dishwasher that's looking so gross, you might be thinking about replacing the machine entirely. Just add a tablet, run a normal wash cycle, and watch lime and mineral buildup disappear, leaving your dishwasher clean and shiny. 

    Promising review: "My brand new LG dishwasher has stopped draining on several occasions. I recently noticed that there was an egg-ish odor and I had no clue how to fix this without hiring someone to come out for a service call and drop a minimum of $100. I bought this product, used once (put on very bottom of dishwasher) and ran without dishes. Very happy to see that the water was gone and my machine smells great. DEF worth buying because I think it unclogged pipes or something." —rebecca cohen

    Get a pack of six tablets from Amazon for $8.95.

    4. And washing machine cleaner tablets for the same reason — the thing that cleans your clothes needs to be clean itself! These tablets are the easiest way to quickly clean smelly residues and grime that build up inside your washing machine over time.

    reviewer holding a cleaning tablet in front of a washing machine
    the inside of a reviewer's washing machine looking like new

    These are safe to use with front-load washing machines and top-load washing machines, and both high-efficiency and conventional machines. Recommended to use once a month!

    Promising review: "Thought this was a needless item until the washer actually wasn’t working as well and clothes didn’t smell fresh, even with high-quality fabric softeners. Did it three times in a row as instructed for a machine with this problem. Immediately upon finishing, all clothes smelled fresh and noticed that all the dispensers are emptying completely and the washer is operating like it is new." —Steven

    Get a pack of six from Amazon for $11.95.

    5. Plus, a vacuum hose attachment that'll suck out all that gross trapped lint clogging your dryer vents. In addition to being a fire hazard, that buildup could cause your machine to dry less efficiently and take longer, which just leads to higher energy bills. You'll also get a flexible lint brush, which is handy for cleaning other areas like the coils under your fridge.

    reviewer photo of the blue vacuum attachment with accumulated dust
    the vacuum hose attachment sucking lint out of a dryer vent

    Promising review: "This thing is seriously amazing. I figured out how to use it very quickly and it worked like a charm. I had a sock stuck wayy down in my vent and would've had no idea! I still can't believe how much lent and dust came out of my dryer. My husband is already talking about other uses for this unique tool, like getting into tight spaces in our cars." —J. Johnson

    Get it from Amazon for $9.95 (available in three colors).

    6. A cleaning brush kit for windowsills and sliding door bases — I don't need to see yours to know they're probably past due for a cleaning. It's hard to get into those narrow crevices with a regular rag or duster, but thankfully you'll get a set of five brushes meant for cleaning in narrow spaces. 

    reviewers window sill before cleaning
    reviewer window sill after cleaning

    This five-piece kit comes with a track cleaning brush, a tile lines brush, a window blind duster, a 2-in-1 windowsill sweeper, and a hand-held groove gap brush.

    Promising review: "These little brushes are exactly what you’re missing. They’re the perfect size to clean all the annoying, hard-to-get to areas like window tracks, blinds, etc. They make these chores so much quicker to accomplish, so you can get on with your day. Also, the tiny microfiber cover for the blind cleaner is washable. Get these!" —Roseann

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99.

    7. A bottle of Goo Gone kitchen degreaser that'll cut through the thick grime and grease layering your above-the-stove cabinets, the top of your fridge, and other out-of-sight (but definitely dirty) areas. There's nothing worse than feeling that slimy layer there and watching your usual cleaning attempts fall short of removing it all — with this stuff, it's about to be a thing of the past.

    Reviewer photo of a wall covered in stains and mold
    Reviewer photo of the same wall completely clean

    It's safe for use on tile, ceramic, and sealed stone surfaces *and* even safe for food prep areas!

    Promising review: "This stuff is amazing. I haven't cleaned the top of my kitchen cabinets in a very long time (like never). I got in the mood to start at the top and deep clean my kitchen and whew! The tops of the cabinets were greasy kitchen grime so thick I thought I was never going to get through it. So I did a little research and this stuff came up. I bought a bottle and IT IS AMAZING! EASY spray it on and wipe it off. A few passes and it's clean. I spent a total of 10 minutes cleaning it all off ALL my kitchen cabinets. Highly recommended." —JMP

    Get it from Amazon for $9.89+ (available in two sizes).

    8. A keyboard cleaning gel, because while it's always tempting to take lunch at your desk while continuing to work, that means there are likely tons of little crumbs building up between your keyboard keys, not to mention dust and grime. All you have to do is gently press this gel against the keyboard, and it'll pick up the mess between your keys.

    a hand holding the yellow cleaning gel next to a keyboard
    a hand showing some of the dirt picked up while cleaning with the gel

    Promising review: "Working from home like a lot of people I eat at my desk. Crumbs were getting everywhere. Plus my cat loved to lay on my keyboard if I was using my laptop. It does such a great job of getting fur and crumbs up. I used a little bit at first because some of the reviews were saying it was sticking. But I didn't have that problem at all. It only now it's sticking to my keyboard and hands more. But that makes sense it's just a glob if junk. So much better than an air can. A must-have for all office desks." —Ashley

    Get it from Amazon for $7.39.

    9. A foaming garbage disposal cleaner if the thought of what's lurking inside your disposal haunts you at night. It's made to deodorize while also removing the nasty grunge and buildup lurking within — no more gnarly smells or dirty water that just won't drain.

    A customer review gif of them using the disposal cleaner in their sink
    A customer review photo showing the disposal cleaner bubbling up through the drains of their sink

    Promising reviews: "Made hard water spots disappear, cleaned both sides of my sinks, and freshened up the nasty smelling disposal. Don’t know how I lived without it for so long." —KristinJA

    "Ever since I got a new LG dishwasher four years ago I have been struggling with a foul odor. No amount of cleaning or cleaners helped. I have tried numerous disposal cleaners as well that have been a waste of time and money. Then I found these. My sink and dishwasher has been completely odor free and I couldn't be happier! No more embarrassment with the death smell that came every time I opened my dishwasher. Will definitely order more." —Ferg4914

    Get a bag of four from Amazon for $3.22.

    10. And a sturdy Mr. Scrappy garbage disposal brush to break up the caked-on gunk and debris clogging your disposal. Goodbye, funky smells — hello, easy draining.

    A customer review photo showing a close-up of garbage disposal brush
    the brush in a sink garbage disposal

    Promising review: "This product can be a major kitchen product if you have issues with odors in your garbage disposal. We eat a lot of cereals for breakfast and almost all are loaded with preservatives, which are like glue when they get wet. For two years, we could not get rid of a foul odor for more than a day or two. I purchased this as a last resort, but only expected it to help a little. The first time I used it, I was amazed at how much gunk was brushed away and the odor was reduced." —C. D. Cornett

    Get it from Amazon for $9.30.

    11. An automatic bleach toilet cleaning system because anything that makes keeping your toilet clean as hands-free as possible is worth it in our book. After a simple install, it'll clean and deodorize with every flush — plus, it'll save you time and money in the long run by slowing down wear and tear on internal tank parts.

    It's super quick to install, and one cartridge can last up to three months!

    Promising review: "Wife and I used chlorine tablets for years. Kept bowl nice and clean. However the chlorine eats away at tank components. After five years or so while on vacation we got a leak at the tank bolts. $10,000 in hardwood floor damage and we decided no more chlorine. Until we found this product. No chlorine goes into tank. Goes directly into porcelain bowl so no problems and just a clean bowl. Best of both worlds, clean bowl and zero chlorine in tank. The tabs sit in this device and water breaks down the tabs. When you flush the water inside device transfers to bowl directly. This product should last our four toilets a lifetime. Wish I'd found this product $10,000 ago..." —whatever

    Get it from Amazon for $10.26.

    12. super-long extendable duster to make up for the fact that it's not physically possible for us to extend our own arms over 8 feet long to reach our ceiling fans and other high-up areas collecting dust — thankfully, this bb can! It's also great for cleaning ceiling vents, chandeliers, and underneath furniture.

    Amazon reviewer holding extendable duster
    Amazon reviewer using duster to reach lamp hanging in the middle of a hallway

    The microfiber duster head is removable and washable!

    Promising review: "I love my new duster. The ability to extend the pole makes it easy to clean the ceiling fan blades, chandeliers, and the AC vents. Because it’s so light weight it makes reaching very easy." —Linette L.

    Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in three colors and larger sets).

    13. A pack of stain-removing, nontoxic Keurig cleaning cups if your morning cup of joe is starting to taste a little funky. Just run a regular cycle using one of these bad boys, and it'll remove the built-up grinds and residue without you needing to lift a finger.

    A customer review photo of the dirty water coming out of their Keurig after running the cleaning cup through it
    A customer review photo of their Keurig with a cleaning cup in it

    Promising review: "Okay, so these cleaner pods are awesome! I didn't know how gross our Keurig was until today. The big Mason jar on the left is when I actually ran the cleaner through plus one rinse cycle. The middle one is another rinse cycle and the last one, on the right, is the last one I did. So yes, I would suggest running two or three rinse cycles instead of the recommended one. But it's still an awesome product for the price! I have a Keurig 2.0 and I had no issues." —Mads0421

    Get a pack of six from Amazon for $9.95 (also available in a 12-pack).

    14. A no-rinse coil cleaner because you may not wanna clean inside your fridge or air conditioner (and I don't blame you), but the dirt and grease building up there needs addressing regardless to keep your appliance running efficiently. This makes cleaning the coils quick and painless, since all you do is spray this and let the foam wash the emulsified mess away — it's completely self-rinsing! 

    reviewer before and after photos showing dirty air conditioner coils above and the coils looking much cleaner below
    reviewer spraying an air conditioner with the foaming spray

    Promising review: "Works like magic! I have a Sub-Zero refrigerator with the evaporator at the top. I looked and saw the amount of lint and grime that had built up. There were several versions of this type of product, I bought this — one of the less expensive versions — and it worked exceptionally well. I have no idea where all of the stuff goes — but when this spray hits it, it disappears. There is probably enough of the stuff in the can to do three or four refrigerators, so I passed it onto my neighbors, who were impressed, too." —MatBo911

    Get it from Amazon for $17.09.

    15. An extendable tile and tub scrubber that can stretch up to 3.5 feet to reach the tippy-top of your shower to clean the tile without pulling out a step stool, because that's just asking for an accident.  

    the extendable scrubber in a tub
    the scubber cleaning a high corner of a tile shower

    Promising review: "This extendable brush is perfect for scrubbing the shower. I am very short and the tile around my tub goes to the ceiling. Cleaning the tub is difficult because I can't reach very high. I also have trouble scrubbing with just a non-scratch sponge. This has been a lifesaver. I can easily reach all corners of the tub with the extendable pole that locks tightly into place. The head with the bristles moves around to get in the corners and the crevices under the faucet and around the handles. It also helps to easily clean the built-in shelves in the shower. The bristles are soft enough that they don't scratch or damage the tub but strong enough that they affectively clean and remove soap scum and hard water stains. This has been a big help to me. It has cut the time it takes me to clean the shower in half." —Mama O

    Get it from Amazon for $15.99.

    16. A jetted bathtub cleaner (appropriately named 'Oh Yuk') to clean up your bathtub, jetted tub, or whirlpool so you can go back to relaxing without worrying about dirty soap buildup, leftover oils, and black flakes. Even if you *think* your jetted tub is clean, you might be shocked at the gunk that's lurking in your jets. 

    a bunch of brown gunk coming out of jets in a reviewer's bathtub
    reviewer holding the bottle of Oh Yuk in front of a shiny clean tub

    Just fill up the bath, add a quarter of the bottle, wait 15 minutes for it to clean all the gross residue, then drain the tub! Each bottle cleans about four times, and it's septic safe. Check it out in action (and some very gross results) in this TikTok!

    Oh Yuk is a small, family-owned 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 am now a loyal customer of this product! I was skeptical that it would clean better than whatever else I could find. But it did. WHOA. We recently lived into a house with a jet tub and I wanted to get a really deep clean. The amount of what had to be dead skin cells that came out after using it was DISGUSTING. And also awesome. Hahaha. It also just left the tub sparkly and shiny when I was done! But I could tell it did exactly as intended and cleaned the buildup inside of the jets’ pipes. AMAZING product. Nothing else like it!" —Katy S.

    Get it from Amazon for $17.84.

    17. A microfiber blinds duster for gently cleaning those sneaky window blinds (and air vents) that have built up SO much dust over time. Instead of trying to go in on each individual blind with a dust rag (and risk accidentally breaking one — oops), you can quickly and easily run this tool over two blinds at once, without putting much direct pressure on them.

    the yellow duster being used to clean blinds
    before and after of dirty blinds that have been cleaned using the duster

    Promising review: "I love this product!! It works fantastic! I am a housekeeper for several private homes. My least favorite job is cleaning window blinds! I have used about every method there is, but the job is still very time-consuming. The main reason it takes so long is you must clean each and every slat separately to do the job right. Not any more! With this product, you can clean two slats at once and it cleans them the first swipe! The microfiber is the key to getting all the dust and the design of the product makes it super easy! PLUS this tool can be used on different types of blinds because it is flexible! I have used it on wooden shutters, plastic vertical patio door blinds, and horizontal metal 'mini' blinds. Additionally, the microfiber 'sleeve' that fits on the tool is washable and it comes with five of them so it's a real value, being reusable and with so many to use it should last a long time before they all completely wear out! This product deserves 10 stars!" —Sandy D

    Get the brush and five microfiber sleeves from Amazon for $6.99.

    18. A pack of Bottle Bright tablets, because your water bottle is probably disgusting and long-overdue for a wash. (It happens to all of us.) Drop one of these tablets into your bottle with some warm water, watch it fizz up while it deep cleans, then empty and give your bottle a quick rinse. No more funky smells or weird residue!

    Simply fill your dirty mug with water, add a tablet, let it fizz for 15–30 minutes, and then give it a thorough rinsing before drinking from it!

    Promising review: "Saw this on BuzzFeed, had to give it a try. Used it on our stainless steel coffee carafe that I have been trying to get clean for two years. The coffee stains inside just would not come out, no matter how much vinegar, dish detergent or scrubbing I did. Until today!! Hot water and tablet in, let it sit for three hours, and UNBELIEVABLE. Where has this Bottle Bright been all my life?? I can’t wait to use it on all my travel coffee mugs. Can you please make tablets for all my cleaning needs?! This was about the easiest thing I have ever done. Love it. Highly recommend!" —Someone

    Get a 12-pack from Amazon for $8.

    Check out our Bottle Bright tablets deep dive for more incredible before and after pics. 👀

    19. Or a reusable weighted bottle cleaner, also useful for cleaning in those narrow spaces your hand simply can't reach. Just drop this adorable little guy in there with some soap and water, shake, and watch it scrub away all the gunk. 

    A blue Cleanzy Sponge inside a water bottle with soap and water
    Three Cleanzy Sponges in green, yellow, and blue
    Cleanzy Sponges / Etsy

    This works well for narrow glasses, mugs, and decanters as well!

    This small biz was started when the founder, John, had trouble cleaning drink containers. This lil' gadget makes it so much easier to get your bottles clean. Each sponge lasts about four months.

    Promising review: "The Cleanzy Sponges are awesome!! They are so easy to use and they really clean your water bottles! I actually don’t mind cleaning my water bottles now! I received the Cleanzy Sponges pretty quick too! It’s definitely worth the money and they are cute!" —Sharon Baker

    Get the blue sponge from Cleanzy Sponges on Etsy for $9.99 — the yellow and green sponges have their own separate listings.

    20. An electric pressure washer capable of blasting away all the dirt, ashes, and grime that have been building up *forever* on the outside of your house (including high-up areas out of arm's reach) and other outdoor surfaces like pathways and patio furniture so you can get your backyard in tip-top shape.

    Promising reviews: "Used it for nearly 8 hours straight without a hiccup. The five different nozzle attachments actually was a great idea and allowed me to tailor the spray to the specific part of the deck I was having a problem with. Hadn't cleaned the deck in a couple years and had moss growing on certain parts. Also used the extension wands to reach some hard to get at places and they assembled easily." —Lonelyringer

    "While this isn't a commercial power washer, it can handle most household jobs. We have a fence in the back with 20 years of grime from exposure that was whisked clean in less than an hour. 20 years of buildup on a sidewalk and driveway? Gone in seconds. Our drive and sidewalk look like NEW. We probably added $10,000 to the value of the home with a weekend of work using the Sun Joe power washer! GREAT product. Cord is quite long and the reel works well." —Thomas

    Get it from Amazon for $229.99

    21. FURemover carpet rake for your rugs and carpets, because it's basically a magnet for all that embedded pet fur you may assume doesn't exist if you vacuum regularly — reviewers said they were shocked at how much this pulled up even right after vacuuming! It can also reach into tight areas your vacuum may not fit and extends from 3 to 5 feet long!

    Reviewer photo holding a huge chunk of cat fur that they brushed out of the carpet
    the brush next to a pile of pet hair

    The built-in squeegee is also effective on hardwood, tile, and other flat surfaces to clean up any messy spills.

    Promising review: "I am amazed by it. It rakes animal fur up and it doesn’t fly everywhere. Even better than vacuuming. I have three cats and a Belgian Shepherd, and I am constantly trying to keep floors clean. Even though floor was vacuumed yesterday, I might have raked up an extra kitten this morning 🤣🤣. It is narrow enough to get places harder to get with a vacuum, too. plus! When you shrink to the 3-foot size, it is easier to get under furniture in cramped spaces!" —Michelle Carney

    Get it from Amazon for $12.98.

    Check out our FURemover broom review for more satisfying photos of the hair it removed from one BuzzFeed Shopping editor's carpet.

    22. And a portable pet-wedge hair remover, because it's remarkably effective at removing that pet hair that's really caked into your couch, pet beds, carpet, and even car interiors. Reviewers love it as an alternative to traditional lint rollers. 

    A reviewer's photo of pet hair removed by this portable tool.
    gif of the wedge being used to remove pet hair from a couch

    Just store this away from your pets, as they may chew it up if they get a hold of it! BTW, Pet Wedge is a small business!

    Promising review: “Fantastic! I was able to pick up a large amount of cat hair from my cats kitty condo without any trouble! Well worth the money as opposed to the disposable sticky pet/lint removers!" —Shannon Turner

    Get a two-pack from Amazon for $23.99.

    23. A bestselling Bissell Little Green multipurpose cleaner if you've been eyeing your sofa, chairs, carpet, or car seats lately like...I don't even wanna know what's deep in there. This TikTok-beloved cleaner is a holy grail product for many, capable of sucking out stubborn baby stains, pet accidents, dust, dirt, and more, even in small, hard-to-reach areas and crevices.

    reviewer using the bissell little green on a couch
    before/after of dirty stained chair that's been cleaned and left white

    Promising reviews: "This machine is perfect for cleaning small messes or hard-to-reach areas (like stairs). We have a dog who has accidents on the couch when she gets scared and this is perfect to be able to pull out, quickly clean the small area, and move on!" —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $89 (originally $123.59).

    BTW, this tool comes with small bottles of ready-to-use cleaning formula, but if you need more, grab a bigger bottle for $11.98!

    24. Reusable, washable Swiffer-style duster pads that lay *super* flat and have long, wide fabric bristles that can reach between narrow areas to clean, like the gap between your fridge and cabinets. No more buying the disposable kind you have to *keep* rebuying — and some reviewers say these do an even better job at picking up dust!

    reusable fabric swiffer heads in different color combinations
    TS Designs / Etsy

    Note this doesn't come with the handle! If you don't already have a Swiffer duster, you can get one from Amazon for $4.99.

    TS Designs is a West Leroy, Michigan-based small business that sells fun gifts and decor along with eco-friendly items. 

    Promising review: "Great washable duster replacement tops. They vacuum off and wash up easily, and they grab dust and cobwebs every bit as well as the disposable ones I was using. Considering it means putting a bit less into landfills and also saving money in the long run, I only wish I had bought these years ago, sincerely. Also they shipped very promptly and arrived sooner than expected, so that was a pleasant surprise. Thanks!" —otherlings

    Get it from TS Designs on Etsy for $5.49+ (available in 10 colors as well as multipacks).

    25. An effective grout cleaner and scrubbing brush combo letting you get deep into the crevices to scrub away years of built-up dirt — maybe you've never even seen what your clean grout looks like. Time to turn back the clock to when your home was once new...

    the grout cleaner and scrubbing brush
    a tile floor that's been partially cleaned with the grout cleaner, with one side looking noticeably cleaner with white looking grout

    Promising review: "I wish I had bought this sooner. I knew my grout was dirty but I didn't realize how disgusting it was until I used this cleaner. Sprayed it on and waited three minutes. I then used the brush to agitate the dirt in the grout, which was much easier than I expected it to be — I thought I was going to have to scrub hard. Instead, it was a very simple back-and-forth motion and the dirt immediately came loose and out of the grout. I then used a very wet dish towel to clean up the cleaner and dirt. The results were significantly better than I anticipated. I'm buying more to finish my entire home." —FatherOf4

    Get the bundle with a spray and little scrubbing brush from Amazon for $24.98.

    26. A hairbrush cleaning tool that might just be the most brilliant product you never knew you needed, considering how well it'll pull out all of that stuck-in hair, dirt, and product buildup inside your brush (that you've been running through your clean hair, over and over, every day for years 🤢). 

    The reviewer above got such amazing results by using this tool along with soaking their brush in a Dawn-and-diluted-vinegar solution!

    Promising review: "When I bought this I was really skeptical. I am grossed out by my hairbrush and clean it all the time. I've soaked it in vinegar and tea tree oil, used a toothbrush, scrubbed it with shampoo, picked it clean by hand — everything you can think of. Still, it's so hard to get the little lint that forms at the base of the brush — they don't dissolve off and you have to pick them off the bristles one by one because a toothbrush won't even break them up. This thing works amazingly. I don't know why, it just does — the particular texture of the bristles on this really grabs everything. It scraped the little lint rings right off and now my brush is cleaner, 10 times as fast." —HeartsofHavoc

    Get it from Amazon for $8.96.

    27. A drain snake if you're tired of trying to shower with a gross pool of standing water at your feet. This flexible 19.6-inch barbed wand is capable of grabbing that disgusting hair monster and pulling it out of your drain for good.

    the drain snake with a bunch of hair attached to it
    The reviewer holding a massive clump of hair pulled from drain

    Promising review: "Super easy to use and it WORKS! Drano, plunging, didn’t unclog the drain but after reading the reviews for this product gave it a try. When I used it on my bathroom sink it pulled out a mass of junk the size of a rat! My sink is good as new now. No plumber needed! So glad I did!" —Edie Mayeshiro

    Get a four-pack from Amazon for $5.97

    28. A brilliant power scrubber brush that straight-up attaches to a drill to handle all the muscle power of cleaning for you. If you've got stains, hard-water marks, and mold and mildew buildup, this could be the thing that finally does the trick — and the bristles are even capable of getting into hard-to-reach corners and crevices, like grout lines.

    Reviewer using the brush to clean grime out of a tub
    before/after of dirty grout that's been cleaned and left white

    If you happen to need a drill, here's a good Black & Decker one. And check out our Drill Brush attachment review for more on just how well it works!

    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!

    Drill Brush is a small business based in New York that makes cleaning brushes that attach to drills. It was started in 2007 by a former electrician who suffered from carpal tunnel and needed a way to clean without causing him harm.

    Promising review: "The brush bristles are exactly what I have been looking for to help make those hard-to-reach areas so easy to clean! I love having this to use and often look for things to scrub clean with it! It is very durable and holds good against most surfaces! It really takes the muscle work out of scrubbing anything! I highly recommend this product to anyone looking to clean anything with ease!" —Melanie F

    Get a set of three from Amazon for $18.95 (available in six styles).

    29. A Baseboard Buddy so you can stop getting down on your knees or grabbing a ladder every time you spot a buildup of dust on your baseboards, moldings, and other hard-to reach areas — this handy pole extends up to 4 feet (!) to wipe away dust and dirt with ease.

    a reviewer showing a dirty baseboard buddy pad
    a before and after of a reviewer's once dusty baseboards

    The kit comes with one Baseboard Buddy and three reusable pads, which can be used wet or dry. 

    Promising review: "Buy it NOW. Honestly, I had huge reservations for this thing. Yet another miracle cleaning tool that will break or bend or something. I was so wrong. It was easy to put together and I sprayed it with Mean Green and went to the baseboards. No more kneeling and no broken back. This thing is amazing. It is durable and the pad is super absorbent. I am so happy. I can't wait to do the rest of the house!" —artgirl

    Get it from Amazon for $24.99

    30. A magnetic spot cleaner for those tricky containers you can't fit your whole hand inside, like vases, wine decanters, jars, water bottles, and more. You can guide this over the stains using a handle on the other side to wipe them right away!

    someone using the red and black magnetic cleaner in a vase
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I love this thing! My hubs buys me lots of flowers and I'm always fighting to get vases clean. This scrubber handles any stuck-on leaf/petal with ease. And it's kinda fun bc, well, magnets are fun." —Kassie Hicks

    Get it from Amazon for $12.70.

    31. A handy little scraper tool that'll help you scrape off that burnt-on stovetop gunk, annoying little stickers, dried-on paint, and other hard-to-remove substances, even in tight spots, that have resisted your scrubbing thus far.

    Promising reviews: "This is the greatest cleaning tool invented! I love it! I had tried every tip to get rid of the hard-water buildup around my sinks and this little gizmo gets rid of it in a breeze. Everyone should have one. So simple and so brilliant." —Debra J.

    "Great to scrape small areas or tight spaces on dishes, stove, etc. I also use it for crafting and after craft cleanup. Very handy gadget for cleaning nooks and crannies and hard-to-reach areas." —Tony Mills

    Get a two-pack from Amazon for $11.99 (also available in a five-pack).

    32. spray-and-drip crystal cleaner if your chandelier is looking a little dull lately, because running a duster over it occasionally isn't enough to keep it sparkling. Just spray this on and let it drip-dry until all the dirt and grime is gone (place some towels, newspapers, or empty garbage bags underneath to catch the mess!) — no need to take it down and tediously clean each crystal by hand!

    A review image of a modern chandelier with large, cloudy glass panels
    The same chandelier after using this cleaning spray, the panels are now considerably brighter and no longer cloudy

    Promising reviews: "This stuff is incredible. There's no smell, it's a super easy application, and it gives instant results. You could see the dirt dripping down the chandelier...gross. I will definitely be buying this again. I recommend putting plastic underneath with a sheet or paper towels on top to absorb the drip. I’ve attached before and after one application photos —seen above." —kw

    "We have two extremely large chandeliers on 19-foot ceilings. Some crystals are hard to reach even on ladders. We just spray those and they sparkle." —SavyConsumer

    Get it from Amazon for $22.89.

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