Cleaning

Welcome to your cleanest home yet. We have everything you need, from product recommendations to cleaning methods. You’ll see tried-and-true tricks, passed-down advice, and more to achieve a home that’s clean and in your control. Remember: it’s about progress, not perfection.

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This Budget-Friendly, Long-Lasting Dish Soap Is the Only One That Doesn’t Make My Hands Feel Dry
I'm never going back.
Alicia Kort
Sep 8, 2023
How to Make My Natural Science-Backed Bug Sprays
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They really work to keep pests away.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Sep 8, 2023
This ADHD Coach Has a Smart Hack for Getting Laundry Put Away Fast
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And there’s no folding required — seriously!
Meg Asby
Sep 8, 2023
The Best Editor-Tested Steam Mops That You Can Buy Right Now
If you don't have a steam mop yet, your cleaning lineup is incomplete.
Amy Gordon
Sep 8, 2023
I Tried "Postage Stamp" Vacuuming and It's Saved My Life
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It’s a must-try for pet parents.
Sarah Magnuson
Sep 7, 2023
4 Old-School Tricks to Avoid Ticks from TikTok’s Favorite Grandma
You probably have everything you need already.
Arielle Tschinkel
Sep 4, 2023
This “Dishwasher Pod Style” Cleaner Makes My Kitchen Floor Shine
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I was impressed by the results.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Sep 4, 2023
What to Do If You Run Out of Laundry Detergent
So you have a huge pile of laundry to tackle, but — uh oh — not a drop of laundry detergent left. In order to do that load, do you have to venture out to the store during this uncertain time of social distancing?
Brigitt Earley
Aug 29, 2023
How to Get Rid of Stink Bugs, the Pests You Might Spot at Home in Fall
These pests get their name for a good reason. Here's what to do if you spot one.
Dabney Frake
Aug 31, 2023
The Best Editor-Tested Pet Hair Vacuums You Can Buy Now
Put down the lint roller and pick one of these up instead.
Rebecca Ravee Norris
Aug 31, 2023
How to Mop Floors the Right Way
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According to cleaning experts.
Ashley Abramson
Aug 30, 2023
This Is How You Can Shrink a Sweater
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According to laundry pros.
Jennifer Billock
Aug 29, 2023
Everything You Need to Know About Steaming Your Clothes
Ready to get steamy? Here's everything you need to know about garment steaming.
Brittney Morgan
Aug 22, 2023
Yes, Your Toaster Oven Needs Cleaning. Here's How to Do It Right.
Toaster ovens are subject to the same kinds of crumbs and grease splatters that a full-sized oven is.
Shifrah Combiths
Aug 24, 2023
The $3 Tool That Gets Rid of All the Grime and Leaves Surfaces Spotless
You can ditch your cleaning toothbrush!
Morgan Pryor
Aug 24, 2023
Aldi Has a Handheld Steam Cleaner for Just $20 Right Now
Upgrade your cleaning tools without breaking the bank.
Abby Monteil
Aug 24, 2023
6 Home Finds from QVC That’ll Keep Your Space Cozy and Clean for Fall
Including plug-in wall outlet heaters!
Tamara Kraus
Aug 23, 2023
This Game-Changing Bathroom Scrubber Saved My Shower and My Back (Bonus: It’s on Sale!)
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If only I'd gotten it sooner!
Sarah M. Vazquez
Aug 22, 2023
The Unusual $14 Amazon Find You Should Be Using to Dry Your Sweaters
It takes up hardly any space!
Morgan Pryor
Aug 21, 2023
50 Ways to Your Deepest Clean Yet: The Ultimate Fall Cleaning Checklist
Our ultimate fall cleaning checklist.
Shifrah Combiths
Aug 21, 2023
I Tried One of the Best All-in-One Robot Vacuums Out There
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Here’s what surprised me the most about the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra.
Stephanie Nguyen
Aug 21, 2023
I Used a Dishwasher Tablet to Clean My Microwave — Here's How It Went
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It tackled caked-on grease with minimal effort.
Shifrah Combiths
Aug 20, 2023
This Easy-to-Use Bug Catcher Takes the Ick out of Removing Insects — Bonus: It’s on Sale
Don't like bugs? Then you'll love this.
Nic Dobija-Nootens
Aug 18, 2023
This $16 Amazon Find Makes Cleaning My Kitchen Practically Effortless and It Has Over 16,000 5-Star Reviews
An affordable find I didn't know I needed.
Britt Franklin
Aug 17, 2023
7 Essential Oils You Can Use for Your Laundry
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And how to use them properly.
Jennifer Billock
Aug 16, 2023
We’ve Tested Dozens of Pet Vacuums, and This Lightweight Model Is the Best at Tackling Stubborn Odors and Stains
It's small and mighty.
Britt Franklin
Aug 15, 2023
Cleaning the Kitchen Will Be So Much Easier With This Step-by-Step Checklist
Having a clean kitchen feels like the first step of having a completely clean house.
Shifrah Combiths
Aug 11, 2023
I Finally Figured Out What Those Tiny Red Bugs That Pop Up Periodically Are
You know them by their size (smaller than a pinhead) and their color (bright red). But what exactly are these tiny red bugs?
Dabney Frake
Aug 10, 2023
The $65 Cleaning Tool That Does All the Scrubbing for You Is Finally Back in Stock and It’ll Get Your Floors Spotless
It puts old-school mops to shame.
Nic Dobija-Nootens
Aug 9, 2023
This Innovative Laundry Rack Will Dry Twice the Amount of Clothes at Once (Plus, It’s on Sale!)
This will be your new favorite laundry tool.
Nic Dobija-Nootens
Aug 9, 2023
The $20 Secret Weapon I Use to Tackle Unpleasant Trash Odors (It’s Hidden In Plain Sight!)
It even got Mom's stamp of approval.
Britt Franklin
Aug 7, 2023
I Put Aluminum Foil in My Dishwasher — And My Silverware Has Never Been Shinier
You don't want to miss this easy tip!
Shifrah Combiths
Aug 5, 2023
10 Ways to Keep Your Home Nice-Smelling All of the Time
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According to Reddit.
Ashley Abramson
Aug 4, 2023
This Under-$100 Best List-Winning Vacuum Makes Cleaning Pet Hair and Other Messes a Breeze
Pet owners, you need this!
Morgan Pryor
Aug 2, 2023
The Best Editor-Tested Laundry Stain Removers You Can Buy Now
These are the formulas that work like magic.
Kendall Cornish
Aug 2, 2023
We Tested Dozens of Trash Cans, and This Stylish, Airtight Model Is the Best at Keeping Out Odors and Pests
It's a must for minimalists.
Britt Franklin
Aug 2, 2023
This "Divide and Conquer" Habit Leaves My Fridge Sparkling Clean
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It’s such a convenient system.
Taylor Maple
Aug 2, 2023
The House Centipede: Get Rid of Them, or Let Them Be?
Here's what you need to know.
Dabney Frake
Aug 1, 2023
10 Ways to Fold Socks
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Including no-show, long, and even fuzzy socks!
Catherine Toth Fox
Aug 1, 2023
This $6 Stain Remover Saved My Favorite Blouse from a Turmeric Stain and Earned A Permanent Spot in My Laundry Arsenal
If it can tackle turmeric, what can't it do?
Sarah M. Vazquez
Aug 1, 2023
8 Cordless Vacs That Editors and Shoppers Swear by for Keeping Their Spaces Spotless
There's one for every budget.
Sarah M. Vazquez
Jul 31, 2023
Does Laundry Detergent Expire? Here’s What a Pro Says.
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Plus, tips on how to best store your detergent.


Catherine Toth Fox
Jul 31, 2023
Why I Love Using These Colorful Bins for Toy Storage
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Even after trying lots of toy storage bins, I always come back to these.
Laura Fenton
Jul 30, 2023
The Storage Bins This Dad of Three Loves for Arts and Crafts Supplies
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He's obsessed with them, and you'll be too.
Tyler Moore
Jul 29, 2023
I Tried This Cleaning App and It Revolutionized How I Tidy My Home
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And now it’s staying put on my phone.
Barbara Bellesi Zito
Jul 29, 2023
This $9 IKEA Tool Is My Laundry Room Secret Weapon
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It’s the real MVP on laundry day.
Shifrah Combiths
Jul 29, 2023
Was That a “Palmetto Bug” or a Cockroach? Here’s How to Know.
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Sorry in advance, but there’s bad news within.
Sydney Wingfield
Jul 28, 2023
I’ve Tried 5 Different Pet Stain Removers to Clean My Carpet and This Is the One That’s Never Failed Me
It works on carpet, hard flooring, furniture, and more.
Britt Franklin
Jul 27, 2023
The “Times Left” Expert Trick I Use to Get More Done in the Kitchen
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It always works.
Meg Asby
Jul 27, 2023
This Best List-Winning Air Purifier Has a Surprising Feature That Makes Your Home Smell Like Fresh Linens
For when you want to freshen up your small spaces.
Britt Franklin
Jul 26, 2023
I Just Moved Into a New Apartment and Was Shocked by How Many Layers of Grime This Vac-Mop Cleaned Up
Bye, Swiffer!
Morgan Pryor
Jul 26, 2023
The 7 Best All-Natural Cleaning Supplies Under $25 to Tackle Every Mess
Embrace a more sustainable lifestyle that still produces that satisfying squeaky clean. 
Heather Bien
Jul 25, 2023
5 of the Best Under-the-Sink Storage Ideas to Maximize Every Inch
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Make sure this space reaches its full potential.
Heather Bien
Jul 24, 2023
Why You Should Be Running the Dishwasher Half-Full
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Hear me out.
Meg Asby
Jul 23, 2023
The Under-$10 Kitchen Cleaning Tool This Pro Cleaner Always Recommends
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It’s cheap and great for deep cleaning.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Jul 22, 2023
I Tried a "Traffic Light” System for My Daily Cleaning Tasks
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It’s allowed me to keep my home as clean as I need it to be, on my own terms.
Zoe Pickburn
Jul 21, 2023
These Ingenious Scrub Daddy Pads Keep Eyeglasses and Screens Streak-Free (And They’re on Sale!)
It's time for a smudge-free phone screen.
Morgan Pryor
Jul 19, 2023
This Clever $29 Amazon Find Prevents My Washing Machine from Smelling
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It prevents mold and odor without having to leave the door wide open.
Meg Asby
Jul 19, 2023
The Laundress Is Back with a Core Collection of Fabric Care Products
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After a massive recall, the brand is back with a few changes.
Danielle Blundell
Jul 18, 2023
These Gorgeous Dish Towels Are Stylish, Super Absorbent, and the Chicest Addition to My Kitchen
I'll never use another set again.
Sarah M. Vazquez
Jul 18, 2023
The One Laundry Task This Organizing Expert Refuses to Do
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Everyone has their limit when it comes to laundry duty.
Abigail J. Fallon
Jul 16, 2023
This $10 Amazon Find Provides Instant Bug Bite Relief
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I’ll be keeping this in my purse all summer long.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Jul 15, 2023
8 Ways to Keep Your Apartment Cool Without AC in the Summer
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Here's how to avoid my mistakes.
Meg Asby
Jul 15, 2023
The 10 Best Stick Vacuums for Every Home and Budget
Including a name-brand find that’s under $30.
Nic Dobija-Nootens
Jul 14, 2023
The One Ingredient I Use to Get Rid of Sweat Smells in Clothes
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And you most likely have it in your kitchen right now.
Zoe Pickburn
Jul 14, 2023
The $6 Stain Remover Spray That Got Red Wine Stains Out of My Favorite Pants
You absolutely need this for white laundry days.
Nikol Slatinska
Jul 14, 2023
The Gross Reason Why You Really Shouldn't Sleep with Wet Hair
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What a nightmare!
Barbara Bellesi Zito
Jul 13, 2023
I Wish I’d Bought This Game-Changing 10-in-1 Steam Mop Years Ago — and It’s on Sale!
Save big!
Morgan Pryor
Jul 12, 2023
The Editor-Favorite Cleaning Solution That Made My Bathtub Look Brand New (It’s on Sale for Prime Day!)
Get it while it's on sale!
Britt Franklin
Jul 12, 2023
The Only Thing That Worked During My Pup’s Potty Training Is on Sale
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It saw us through the puppy stage with our sofa and rugs intact.
Caroline Mullen
Jul 12, 2023
This Smart Cordless Vacuum Has Kept My Home Pet-Hair Free
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This is a must-buy for pet parents.
Stephanie Nguyen
Jul 12, 2023
As a Cleaning Editor, This Is the One Gadget I’m Buying This Prime Day
I’ve never met a robo-vac so smart.
Quinn Fish
Jul 11, 2023