Clean your house from top to bottom — and everything is $20 or less. (Amazon)(Amazon)
Summer might be about barbecues and vacations, but don't forget to clean your house! Before you start envisioning warm, sunny days spent inside scrubbing for hours, know that we're here to help you avoid exactly that. Having the right cleaning products makes all the difference, and judging by Amazon reviews, these 10 household essentials will have guests thinking you hired a cleaning service (not to mention, they'll do most of the dirty work for you).
All $20 or under, they're the perfect way to keep your home looking spic and span. Just don’t be surprised if this list puts you on a first-name basis with your Amazon delivery driver. Here are 10 Amazon shopper faves.
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!"
Just attach this No. 1 bestselling tube to your vacuum and suck up years of accumulated lint, which in turn will shorten your drying times (saving you $$$) and help prevent vent fires.
This No. 1 bestseller amassed legions of fans on TikTok, and for good reason: You can use this paste just about anywhere in your home — pots, pans, walls, the tub — and it will eliminate any muck and grime like magic, fans say.
"This stuff is a complete miracle worker!" shared one of 149,000-plus five-star reviewers. "I thought our white marble island countertop was ruined in our brand-new house. Our 2-year-old son left hot pink slime on it ... needless to say, we had a huge hot pink stain on our counter. We tried all types of cleaners, and this is the only thing that worked!"
Check out our full Pink Stuff review for more.
These scratch-free scrub sponges soften up in hot water, so they can tackle even your most delicate glassware — though when they're rinsed in cold water, they're perfect for sloughing off grime and caked-on foods from your pans. These Shark Tank alums are sure to be your new favorite cleaning crew.
"These little guys are beyond cute with their smiley faces, but it's their cleaning power that really shines," declared a happy customer. "They get firm in cold water for tough grime, and soft in warm water for lighter jobs. Super versatile for all my cleaning needs and they don't scratch surfaces, which is a big plus. They do wear down with intense use, but honestly, they work so well I don't mind. Cleaning's actually fun now, and my kitchen's never looked better. Definitely a repurchase for me!"
This No. 1 bestselling cleaner vanquishes food, wine, dirt, even stains left behind by pets — and leaves you with a carpet looking just as excellent as it did on the day you unrolled it.
Dishwasher starting to stink? The solution could be as easy as popping one of these bad boys into the detergent tray and running a normal wash cycle. Not only will it fill the appliance with a fresh, lemony scent, it'll also help remove limescale and mineral buildup.
Those fingerprints on your fridge aren't going to clean themselves — but this popular spray will get the job done in no time. Your holiday guests will be so impressed!
Microfiber cloths have risen in popularity for their ability to replace paper towels, saving you money and lessening the amount of trash going into landfills. And more than 68,000 fans give Mr. Siga a thumbs up for sustainable, durable towels with maximum absorbency. Now 43% off through Cyber Monday, this is the perfect opportunity to make the switch (or at least experiment).
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The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.