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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Light blue t-shirt with small green stains on the front, lying on a marble surface.
The 9 Cardinal Sins of Stain Removing
Here's how to make sure you get a stain out without ruining your clothes.
Shifrah Combiths
Apr 22, 2022
Mosquitoes Swarm Around These Four Colors the Most
Avoid these hues.
Inigo Del Castillo
Apr 21, 2022
This Small Swap Will Instantly Make Your Cleaning Routine Less Wasteful
Spoiler alert: You don't have to buy a thing.
Marlen Komar
Apr 19, 2022
I Don't Have a Dishwasher, But J.R. Watkins' Dish Soap Is the Next Best Thing
It's affordable, effective, and smells SO good.
Blair Donovan
Apr 18, 2022
Amazon Shoppers Swear This $40 Steam Mop Makes Cleaning Floors a Breeze
Springtime grime is no match for this steam mop.
Alyssa Longobucco
Apr 18, 2022
3 Personal Dishwasher Rules I Break (A Little) Sometimes
Lightening up a little goes a long way during kitchen cleanup.
Shifrah Combiths
Apr 17, 2022
I Tried the Fancy Detergent Trending on TikTok
Who wouldn't want to know what "laundry nirvana" feels like? Here's how it went.
Ashley Abramson
Apr 16, 2022
This $12 Find Is Like a Magic Eraser for Scuffed Shoes and Sneakers
Make your favorite white kicks look brand new.
Tamara Kraus
Apr 15, 2022
The $2 Find This Pro Baker Swears By for Removing Stubborn Stains (Including Turmeric!)
It's a sensitive-skin-friendly (and delicates-friendly) stain-removing solution.
Kendall Cornish
Apr 13, 2022
The Best Time to Clean Your Shower, According to a Cleaning Pro
Now this is how you get ahead of the curve.
Marlen Komar
Apr 13, 2022
These 19th Century Bed-iquette Rules Never Went Out of Style in My Home
No street clothes on the bed, period.
Jenna Gallagher
Apr 12, 2022
6 Things You Should Never (Ever) Put Down Your Kitchen Drain
Here's what to do with them instead.
Marlen Komar
Apr 11, 2022
7 Super Easy Ways to Fight Off Pests This Spring (Before They Take Over)
Stop them in their tracks with these common hacks.
Marlen Komar
Apr 9, 2022
Give the Most Used (and Overlooked) Thing in Your Living Room Some TLC
This quick cleaning task will instantly inspire more relaxation, promise.
geraldinemcampbell
Apr 5, 2022
This Cleaning Technique Has Kept My Grandma's Coffee Pot Spotless for Decades
ORGANIZE & CLEAN
Talk about a "cool" trick.
Marlen Komar
Apr 5, 2022
The Reason I Love Spring Cleaning That Has Nothing to Do with Hygiene
I never knew sunlight could be considered an amenity until I moved to Manhattan.
Katherine Laubscher
Apr 4, 2022
The One Thing Almost Everyone Forgets to Clean (and How to Do It)
Prepare to be amazed by how much more effective your spring cleaning will be after completing this one overlooked task.
geraldinemcampbell
Mar 29, 2022
I’ve Used This Stain Remover on Everything from Clothes to Furniture and It’s Truly Magic in a Bottle
The spot cleaner that made me believe in cliches.
Kendall Cornish
Mar 31, 2022
The $11 Tool That Keeps My Sinks and Counters Spotless
Goodbye sponges and towels, hello squeegee!
Britt Franklin
Mar 29, 2022
This Shark Tank Product Might Be Your New Cleaning Secret Weapon
This multi-use cleaner saves you time, space, and money.
Shifrah Combiths
Mar 27, 2022
The $6 Crafting Tool I’m Adding to My Cleaning Kit
It's perfect for lifting sticky messes from stovetops, oven surfaces, glass, and even flooring.
Shifrah Combiths
Mar 25, 2022
6 Satisfying Steps For Doing a Digital Spring Cleaning
If you’re looking to organize your cyber clutter, here's how to get started. 
Kristen Garaffo
Mar 23, 2022
This Steam Mop Finally Got Me Excited to Clean My Floors
It’s worth the small investment.
Marlen Komar
Mar 23, 2022
Amazon Shoppers Swear This Versatile $20 Tool Makes Cleaning Every Area of the Home So Much Easier
It's a lifesaver and a back-saver!
Britt Franklin
Mar 22, 2022
This Self-Cleaning Deshedding Comb Keeps My Home Fur Free — and My Dog’s Coat Has Never Looked Better!
I had no idea it would work as well as it did for an at-home doggy makeover!
Britt Franklin
Mar 22, 2022
This Smart Air Purifier Literally Has me LOLing and Breathing Better
Yes, somehow it makes air quality fun.
Allison Arnold
Mar 22, 2022
We Have Family Cleanup Time Every Single Evening — Here’s Why
It's key to keeping my house in reasonable order.
Shifrah Combiths
Mar 22, 2022
Americans Hate This Household Chore The Most, Study Finds
News
Your to-do list isn't alone.
Inigo Del Castillo
Mar 18, 2022
Amazon Shoppers Can’t Stop Raving About This $25 Twist Mop — It Has Over 4,000 5-Star Reviews
Shopping
This no-fuss mop is a cleaning staple.
Meredith Schwartz
Mar 18, 2022
7 Ways to Make Your Home Look Cleaner — Without Cleaning
Make your home look and feel just nice enough that you can enjoy it.
Shifrah Combiths
Mar 18, 2022
This Space-Saving Rolling Cart Is the Storage Solution I Didn’t Know I Needed
And I love the no-tools-needed assembly.
Britt Franklin
Mar 17, 2022
Bed Bugs Are Coming — Here Are 3 Things Everyone Should Know
Fun fact: They’re more common on red-eyes and international flights.
Jenna Gallagher
Mar 17, 2022
This Budget-Friendly Amazon Steam Mop Has More Than 20,000 5-Star Reviews and Removes Years of Dirt with Ease
Get an amazing clean for less than $100.
Britt Franklin
Mar 16, 2022
8 of the Best Budget-Friendly Cleaning Products (for $4 or Less!)
They're cheap AND effective.
Ashley Abramson
Mar 16, 2022
I Use This Gorgeous Bath Towel to Clean My Kitchen and It’s Better Than Anything Else I’ve Tried
It's my official do-it-all towel.
Kendall Cornish
Mar 14, 2022
The One Thing You Should Always Do Before a Group Yard Sale
Decluttering is just more fun with friends.
Jennifer Prince
Mar 14, 2022
The Chic, Portable Clothing Steamer My Friends Always “Borrow” (Bonus: AT Readers Get an Exclusive Discount)
I can't say I blame them.
Kendall Cornish
Mar 11, 2022
6 Things to Consider If Your Drinking Glasses Seriously Won't Get Clean
Reaching into the cabinet and pulling out a less than sparkling water glass is a real bummer — especially when you think you’ve already gone to the work of washing it.
Lauren Williamson
Mar 11, 2022
My Boyfriend Introduced Me to This Commercial Steamer and I’m Never Going Back to Cheap Steamers
While it might be a bit of an indulgence with its $100 price tag, for me, it's well worth the money.
Marlen Komar
Mar 11, 2022
This $8 Household Must-Have Saved My Stairs (and My Security Deposit)
You might already have it in your cabinet.
Amy Gordon
Mar 10, 2022
6 Cleaning Tasks I Take On When I Need a Sense of Order and Calm
These quick tasks will help you take control of your environment and find a relaxing, mindful connection. 
Heather Bien
Mar 5, 2022
9 Smart Tricks for Getting Musty Odors, Yellow Stains, and More Out of Your Vintage Finds
Yes, you can get rid of yellow underarm stains.
Loredana Buonopane
Mar 3, 2022
I Tried This $500 Wet/Dry Vacuum and I Have Complicated Feelings
It's grossly-satisfying, but also just gross.
Geraldine Campbell
Feb 28, 2022
The Common Mistake You’re Probably Making When Cleaning Your Sheets
Fix this mistake for perfect, wrinkle-free sheets.
Geraldine Campbell
Feb 27, 2022
I Made a Before & After Time Lapse to Motivate Me to Clean My Bedroom (and Here’s How it Went)
Making a time lapse brought out my best cleaning self for the "audience," even if that was just me and my kids.
Shifrah Combiths
Feb 25, 2022
This TikTok Hack Makes Cleaning Your Ceiling Fan So Much Easier
No more getting dust everywhere!
Ashley Abramson
Feb 23, 2022
This Cordless Wet-Dry Vac Completely Refreshed My Area Rug and Got My Hardwood Floors Sparkling Clean
The results were beyond my expectations!
Britt Franklin
Feb 22, 2022
Here’s Why You Should Vacuum Your Mattress ASAP, According to a Dermatologist
Your mattress is a hot bed for dust, dirt, and dead skin cells — all of which serve as food for dust mites.
Zoe Pickburn
Feb 21, 2022
I Tried the Viral TikTok Hack for Cleaning Cutting Boards and Let’s Just Say I’m Disappointed
I had high hopes for this one!
Ashley Abramson
Feb 20, 2022
Febreze Has Announced Its First-Ever Scent of the Year
The earthy scent features notes of lava.
Emma Kershaw
Feb 19, 2022
This $80 Vacuum Makes Cleaning a Breeze — and It Has Over 25,000 5-Star Amazon Ratings
This way to spotless floors!
Stella Totino
Feb 16, 2022
This Smart TikTok Hack (And the Comments!) Will Leave Your Kitchen Trash Smelling So Fresh
You probably never thought you’d learn so much from a trash-themed TikTok, but this is truly a forum that keeps on giving.
Olivia Harvey
Feb 11, 2022
3 Things You Should Do Before Trying Any TikTok Cleaning Hack
Having complete trust in TikTok when it comes to cleaning can be downright dangerous.
Olivia Muenter
Feb 11, 2022
The $12 Amazon Find That Keeps My Shower Drain Clean and Clog Free
Shopping
We found an easy way to keep your shower drain clean and hair free.
Grace Cooper
Feb 9, 2022
Here’s How Often You Should Vacuum Under the Bed
It's probably more often than you think.
Olivia Muenter
Feb 8, 2022
This Bestselling Amazon Hamper Has Made Laundry Day So Much Easier — and Now I’m Telling Everyone About It
I wish I bought it sooner!
Britt Franklin
Feb 4, 2022
This Smart Tip Makes Washing Your Sheets So Much Easier
While there's nothing quite like slipping into a set of freshly-washed sheets, getting them to that freshly-washed state can be a bit of a chore.
Shifrah Combiths
Feb 3, 2022
Parachute Just Launched a Gorgeous Storage Basket Collection That Will Get You Organized in Style
Shopping
Storage solutions for your laundry room, bedroom, and all the spaces in between.
Britt Franklin
Feb 2, 2022
The Powerful Tool My Accident-Prone Family Swears By for Spot-Cleaning Spills and Stains
Shopping
It's a must-have in our house.
Britt Franklin
Feb 2, 2022
This $16 App Helped Me Get My Cleaning Schedule Back on Track
Sweepy has given me back a "house that cleans itself."
Shifrah Combiths
Feb 2, 2022
This Lightweight Sweeper-Vac Has Nearly 8,000 5-Star Amazon Reviews and Might Just Make You Enjoy Cleaning
Shopping
You won't believe what it picks up.
Alyssa Longobucco
Feb 1, 2022
Try This Inside-and-Out Bathroom Cleanup Routine to Make Your Mornings Better
January Cure
First, do a quick sweep of the storage areas; then clean up the bathroom surfaces and fixtures.
Taryn Williford
Jan 25, 2022
The Best Clothing Steamers You Can Buy Right Now
These editor-tested finds will remove wrinkles in minutes.
Kendall Cornish
Jan 21, 2022
Painting Your Home? Don’t Skip This Prep Step
Do this first before anything else.
Ashley Abramson
Jan 22, 2022
This TikTok Video Is Blowing Up Thanks to a $14 Kitchen Counter Tool from Amazon
It has over 5,300 five-star reviews, to boot.
Blair Donovan
Jan 21, 2022
I Use This Miraculous Stain Remover on Everything and It Works Every Time (Bonus: It’s on Sale!)
It gets out red wine, blood, grease, sauces, and so much more!
Sholeen Damarwala
Jan 21, 2022
7 Things You Should Be Vacuuming But Probably Aren’t
Make cleaning so much easier (and save time, too) by harnessing the power of your vacuum.
Ashley Abramson
Jan 19, 2022
3 Cleaning Products You Don’t Need (and What to Use Instead)
The solution is probably already in your cleaning arsenal.
Shifrah Combiths
Jan 18, 2022
This Might be the Reason You Can Never Get Your Bathroom Clean
Plus what to do about it.
Jordan Snowden
Jan 17, 2022
3 Cleaning Tasks You Don’t Have to Think About Until Spring
Cross these tasks off your list until warmer weather.
Shifrah Combiths
Jan 16, 2022
Here’s What Drew Barrymore Should Do to Get Rid of Her Closet Moths
Luckily, there are lots of solutions and prevention methods.
Alexandra Frost
Jan 15, 2022
Does Your Kitchen Need “Inside” Help or “Outside” Help? Here’s How to Tell
January Cure
And, since it's Friday, don't forget to treat yourself to flowers.
Taryn Williford
Jan 14, 2022