7 spring cleaning essentials that actually work

Ah, spring. A glorious season filled with sunshine, warm breezes… and the sudden and unavoidable urge to clean every nook and cranny of the house!

Nonetheless — in the meantime advise There may be. Without the right cleaning tools, it can be nearly impossible to get the job done. Instead, your spring cleaning to-do list starts piling up. must Does that work? absoluteness Because you don’t even know where to start.

Fortunately, those of us blessed with the grace of #CleanTok—a TikTok corner filled with expert cleaning tips and tried-and-true cleaning product recommendations—know that help is out there. From viral sensations to Shark Tank-approved products that have become undeniable must-haves (look at you, Scrub Daddy), there are plenty of products that will make spring cleaning a breeze. But be careful. As word spreads, niche products emerge that may not be budget-friendly, but may still be tempting. So we’ve rounded up the best spring cleaning products that actually work, are actually worth your money, and best of all, you’ll actually use.

7 Most Popular Spring Cleaning Essentials (that Actually Work)

O-Cedar H2prO Flat Mop System

In recent years, the Internet has gone crazy for O-Cedar’s innovative hands-free EasyWring Spin Mop and Bucket System, and with over 200,000 five-star reviews, it’s hard to imagine a better product. But what’s even more shocking is that the O-Cedar H2prO Flat Mop System is actually a huge improvement! TikTok shopaholics like @shop.with.selena showed off the differences between the two models, noting that the H2prO is smaller, easier to store and more portable. Like the original, the flat mop model has completely separate tanks for clean and dirty water. Soak the mop head, spray clean water (and whatever cleaning solution you want to mix in) from edge to edge, then dip into the second chamber to squeeze out any excess water, then wipe down floors, walls, baseboards, windows, and anywhere else the 56-inch adjustable handle can reach.

Plus, when you shop at Target through March 21, you can get 20% off cleaning supplies, including H2prO.

price: $39.99 with Target Circle bonus (originally $49.99) at Target.

Blueland Clean Essential Kit

Blueland’s eco-friendly, sustainable cleaning products first attracted attention when they were launched on Shark Tank in 2019. warm Asking $270,000 for a 2% stake, they legitimately knew what they were worth! Ultimately partnering with “Mr. Wonderful” Kevin O’Leary for a 3% stake and royalties, Blueland generated $300 million in sales while helping reduce single-use plastic waste and carbon emissions.

The best-selling Blueland Clean Essentials kit includes four “forever” bottles (three sprays, one foaming pump) and one dissolvable tablet for multi-surface cleaner, bathroom cleaner, glass and mirror cleaner, and foaming hand soap. If you need refillable tablets, they are readily available at chain stores such as Costco, Target, HEB, Meijer, Whole Foods, and Kroger. It may seem like a lot of upfront costs, but it can actually save you a lot of money in the long run.

price: From $36.80 at Blueland

swedish dishcloth

From messy spills to routine maintenance, any quick cleanup can be easily handled with just a few paper towels. But we just throw our money straight into the trash can. Just one of these TikTok viral Swedish dish towels can do the job of 17 rolls of paper towels, saving you a ton of money and wasted paper in the long run. Busy TikTok moms like @NikiFulmer have even done the dirty work to show the differences between the two in real time.

Swedish dishcloths are odor-resistant and much more absorbent than paper towels, making them more efficient for cleaning and drying your entire home and even scrubbing stubborn messes without scratching surfaces. Made from wood cellulose and cotton, each lasts for about a year and can be washed by hand, in the dishwasher or in the laundry.

You can find them anywhere in the TikTok Shop, but these highly rated Swedish dish towel bulk packs on Amazon are one of the best deals for trustworthy quality.

price: $19.99 for 10 on Amazon

The Pink Stuff Miracle Cleaning Paste

This UK-based company has actually been around for almost 100 years, but this affordable all-purpose cleaner has become incredibly popular around 2021 due to its incredible ability to get rid of stubborn stains and general itchiness. As #CleanTok experts like @CleaningWithIda show, pink goo can restore hard pots and pans, cooktops and oven doors, dirty grout, rusty metal, outdoor furniture, dirty sneakers, and more. Pink bottles of cleaning paste have become ubiquitous from the brand, but they recently introduced a squeezable tube to make it even easier to use. (The Pink Stuff ~can do Slightly abrasive, so be careful where you use it!)

price: $5.97 at Home Depot

BISSELL Little Green Mini

If you have pets or kids, you know that dealing with messes in your carpets or upholstery is just a way of life. You also know that the Bissell Little Green Machine is one of the best ways to stay sane in these situations! But what if I told you that your beloved little machine has become uniform? smaller It is in the form of a Bissell Little Green Mini. It offers the same impressive suction power (props to @TheShealyFam for dousing hot sauce on his new rug to prove it), but it’s about 45% lighter for much easier carrying and is more compact to store. This makes it a great choice for cleaning stairs or taking it with you to your car. If you anticipate having to do tougher work, stick with the original and the 48-ounce tank. However, the 16-ounce mini is perfect for quick spot cleaning and is much cheaper.

price: $88.99 at Amazon (originally $99.99)

Dawn Platinum Power Wash Spray

Dish detergent, really? — Listen to me. Clearly, this super-strong Dawn formula can tackle greasy gunk all over your kitchen while still being safe to use on most surfaces. (You can see I have a pot of Powerwash soaking in it as I write this.) But like former housekeeper and current TikTok cleaning queen @vanesamaro91, you can also use it to remove stains and effectively clean everything from upholstery to clothes to makeup brushes and sponges. Compared to regular dish soap, this product is a concentrated alcohol-based formula that sprays into a foam that stays where you need it and removes dirt 5 times faster. Best of all, there’s usually no need to scrub. Just wipe it down and wipe away any residue that comes out.

Bonus: Don’t forget to grab your Target Circle coupon for $1.50 off until March 21st!

price: $3.49 with clipped coupon (originally $4.99) at Target.

RYOBI Compact Scrubber Kit

If you need to deal with a really tough grime and elbow grease won’t do the trick, third-generation custodian and cleaning expert Brandon Pleshek (@cleanthatup) recommends power tools (yes, power tools) to get the job done. Specifically, the RYOBI Compact Scrubber Kit offers scrubbing power of up to 300 RPM and 11 interchangeable brushes and scrubber heads, allowing you to remove stubborn build-up from tile, granite, fiberglass and more both indoors and outdoors.

But if you don’t need that much power, the fan-favorite Rubbermaid Reveal offers a small head suitable for baseboards, grout lines, door and window tracks, as well as scrubber pads suitable for larger surfaces, at about a quarter of the price.

Either way, you’ll get very clean results without any hard work.

price: $99.94 at The Home Depot (originally $109.94)

Related: Want to strategically plan your March purchases? Check out our guide to what to buy in March.

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