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Spring isn't a season that leaves much to complain about. From mild temperatures and ample hours of daylight to easy-breezy outfits and all things floral, it's a time of year many of us eagerly anticipate. Well, aside from that polarizing yearly ritual known as spring cleaning. You see, for everyone who looks forward to giving their home a post-winter refresh, there's probably an equal number of people who see it as a groan-inducing ordeal. If you fall into the latter camp, I think I've got something that'll make the cleaning process more appealing: deals! More specifically, the deals I'm seeing from Amazon's Big Spring Sale.
Black Diamond Ultimate Grout Cleaner for $18 (was $27): Close to all-time low
Khelfer Electric Spin Scrubber for $32 (was $55): Editor-approved
This seasonal savings event ends tonight, so I wouldn't wait to grab anything that catches your eye. There are still a ton of goodies on sale: I'm seeing deep discounts on everything from vacuums that'll make your life easier to handy gadgets, organizers and household cleaners that really work.
Speaking of work — want to do as little of it as possible? (Don't we all?) An iRobot Roomba vacuum and mop is here to clean your floors for just $199 (an all-time low). And this Yahoo editor-approved extendable electric scrubber will make elbow grease practically obsolete — it's down to $32 (from $55). Been dyin' to try a Dyson? This sleek stick vac's a rare 30% off. Now that's what I call cleaning up.
If you've had one of these bad boys on your wishlist for a while, I'd urge you to scoop up this deal while you can. Why? Well, the discount brings this top-selling model down to one of its best prices ever (it's only dipped lower twice). Roomba and robovacs are pretty much synonymous at this point, and the fact that this one doubles as a mop makes the 43% markdown even sweeter.
Smelly fridge? Yeah, not so appetizing. But this unassuming stink slayer works for up to 10 years (yes, you read that right) to keep things fresh. All you do is place it inside and, well, that's actually it. Sorry, baking soda — you've been replaced. This little doodad can also go in closets, drawers, your car ... anywhere that could use some stench removal. This is the lowest it's been since last summer, so scoop it up while you can.
You may think of your washing machine as being self-cleaning, but experts recommend giving it a deeper clean regularly to help keep mildew under control and, er, off of your clothes.
You can go the DIY route (more on that here), or you can pop in one of these popular deodorizing pods, which have over 90,000 perfect Amazon ratings, in and let it do the dirty work for you.
"This is now the third time I've purchased these washing machine tablets," shared one five-star fan. "They work so well! One to two times a month I will run one through my front-load washer. It cleans it and helps get rid of residue, and helps prevent build up and smell. Highly recommend!"
This 8.25-pound cordless vacuum is a game changer for pet parents or anyone who hasn't got all day to get the house shipshape. Just zip it around and let its powerful suction do the rest. It has Shark's proprietary "PowerFins" in its microfiber brush roll, which dig deep into carpets to collect debris, dust and dirt. It also has an odor neutralizer, offers up to 40 minutes of runtime and comes with crevice and pet hair attachments. Clean Sense IQ detects dirt you may not even see and boosts suction powers until the area is totally clean.
"This vacuum is a hog," explained this judicious shopper. "I work for the county courthouse and see a lot of traffic all day long, and dirt, small rocks brought in off the street. This little monster has not disappointed me yet. On the highest setting, it will only last about 25 minutes, but cleaning entrance rugs and around the front steps, it really works very well and it's very agile, light and comfortable in the hand."
Of course, for a truly hands-off experience, you'll want a self-cleaning robovac, and this highly rated appliance does just that. It can run up to a whopping 240 minutes per charge and its large dustbin can hold about seven weeks' worth of debris before needing to be emptied; not to mention, its 5,500Pa suction is seriously strong.
At nearly 60% off (a record low), this is one of the best markdowns on this list.
Don't want your new vac to suck a ton of cash from your wallet? This sleek stick's a mere $90. It boasts strong suction for zapping up everything from dust to pet hair, and gets up to 40 minutes of run time per charge. Plus, its LED lights help you see those darker spaces, and its cyclonic filtration system traps airborne particles.
A two-in-one vacuum and mop that's cordless and can clean up to 2,500 square feet per charge? No wonder this model's been purchased more than 5,000 times in the past month alone. Its smart sensor automatically adjusts suction and water flow depending on the type of mess it comes across, and the self-cleaning brush roll keeps you from having to touch hair, dust and all things icky.
My price trackers tell me it's marked down to a rare all-time low, so better scoop it up, stat.
For many of us, the area under our sink is like a black hole filled with countless cleaning products, trash bags, sponges ... and who knows what else. So when we go to retrieve a sponge or bottle of wood cleaner, it takes forever to actually find what we're looking for. No more! This handy organizer helps keep things tidy, with different tiers for holding items large and small. The bottom tray also slides out, so you won't have to reach into the depths of your cabinet to grab anything. This is close to as low as it's been in months.
At this price, snag a set for you and another for a friend who could use a little, ahem, decluttering assistance.
Having to clean up after you clean just shouldn't be a thing; alas, some cloths leave streaks and lint behind. Doesn't that kind of defeat the purpose of cleaning altogether? That's probably why these microfiber wipes have racked up such a high rating. They're designed to rid practically any surface of grime without leaving residue behind and can be reused 500-plus times. At over 50% off, this is about as low as they get.
Stubborn toilet stains? They're no match for this gentle yet effective scrubber, which buffs away evidence of rust, limescale and hard water without scratching up the bowl. Once you're done scrubbing (it shouldn't take long or require much elbow grease), just stick it back in its included case until next time.
I'm as guilty as the next person when it comes to using too many paper towels, but Swedish dishcloths are here to save money while cutting down on waste. They're incredibly absorbent and can be used to wipe down counters, wash dishes and more. Plus, they're thinner than sponges for getting into tall glasses and can be used multiple times. This pack is nearly 50% off — an all-time low.
I used this top-seller to clean my very own white-turned-orange grout, and it worked like a charm. Now, I'll never be without it. If the spaces between your tiles could use a little love as well, this heavy-duty spray goes to town in a jiffy. It's not just for grout, either — you can spritz it on natural stone surfaces like granite, marble and ceramic as well. It even comes with a narrow scrub brush for getting into those little crevices. I will warn you — it's quite potent, so I recommend covering your nose and mouth with a mask while you use it. It's rarely dipped lower than this in the past few years.
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