Cleaning

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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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

Why You Should Replace the “One In, One Out” Cleaning Strategy ASAP

Allow us to make the case for a tiny twist on the classic decluttering mantra.

Shifrah Combiths

Jan 13, 2022

Dawn Dish Soap Just Got a Major Makeover — And I’m Strangely Excited

This one's for the tired parents out there.

Laura Schocker

Jan 12, 2022

The 4 Things You Should Always Do After Bringing Clothes Back from the Dry Cleaner

Here's how to protect your garments, reduce waste, and keep your items looking their best.

Kara Nesvig

Jan 10, 2022

6 Cleaning Resolutions That Are Actually Worth It, According to Experts

Not all resolutions are created equal.

Olivia Muenter

Jan 9, 2022

Samsung Is Developing a Washing Machine That Helps Combat Microplastic Waste

Samsung says that the Patagonia collaboration is the latest in a long line of steps Samsung is taking to create long-lasting appliances that improve environmental sustainability.

Emma Kershaw

Jan 8, 2022

These Affordable, Reusable Dish Towels Are Saving Me So Much Money in the Long Run

Bye bye, paper towels!

Stella Totino

Jan 7, 2022

This Portable Hamper is So Stylish, I Never Put It Away When Guests Come Over

This laundry basket made our Best List. Here's why I loved it.

Jasmine Grant

Jan 6, 2022

The Part of Your House You’re Probably Not Cleaning (and How to Do It)

Hint: You look at them every single day.

Ashley Abramson

Jan 6, 2022

Watch This Laundry Chute In a Single-Story House Teleport Clothes

Delaney Rose went viral on TikTok after she shared her single-level home’s most unique feature: a laundry chute that can teleport clothes.

Inigo Del Castillo

Jan 5, 2022

The Last Thing You Should Do Before Throwing Out Your Milk Jug

It'll make cleaning so much easier.

Shifrah Combiths

Jan 5, 2022

The One Thing You Need to Clean Before Entertaining

To ensure that no one feels grossed out by a less-than-pristine water dispenser or funky-flavored ice in their drinks, clean them both before you have guests.

Shifrah Combiths

Jan 3, 2022

This Simple Pantry Staple Makes Cloudy Glasses Look Brand New

There’s a simple solution to these types of stains and smudges that can likely be found in your kitchen cabinet: vinegar.

Olivia Muenter

Jan 2, 2022

One Super-Simple Way to Simplify Your Cleaning Routine This Year

Are you doing this already?

Shifrah Combiths

Jan 2, 2022

4 Top TikTok Cleaning Tips That Worked (And 4 That Didn't)

Some of them were game-changers. Some of the hacks worked... with caveats. Others? Well, let’s just say they didn’t measure up to the hype.