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If you don’t like touching the food and gunk that gets caught in your sink’s strainer, you have to check out these filters. They wrap around the strainer to collect everything that falls in there and make it easy to throw it out without touching anything. Each piece in this pack of 200 is made of a super fine polyester mesh that doesn’t stop water from draining.

All you have to do with this cleaner is spray your tub down with the attached sprayer, leave for eight to 12 hours, then rinse with warm water and voila, your bathroom looks good as new. It removes soap scum, grime, and body oils from glass, porcelain, fiberglass, metal, sandstone, tile, and more. Use once a week to maintain a clean bathroom with. very little effort.

This mini dehumidifier is rechargeable and can last 20 to 30 days before it needs to be plugged in, with an indicator light that tells you exactly when. It has a 6-ounce absorbing capacity and works for up to 333 cubic feet. It’s great for places that don’t have easy access to an outlet — think: pantry, cabinets, closets, and more.

This silicone splash mat sits underneath your furry friend’s water and food bowls to keep you space mess-free while your pet is eating. It’s waterproof and has raised edges to catch any accidental spills and prevent them from leeching onto your floors. And it has a diamond pattern on the surface that prevents bowls from sliding around.

These mats are made of a spongy, BPA-free, food-grade material that encourages air circulation on all sides of your produce, which can help prevent bruising and keep your fruits and veggies fresher longer. They can be cut for a custom fit to your refrigerator shelves and are washable to easily clean up after any accidental spills.

This cleaner has ana handy targeted applicator that allows you to apply the gel directly on top of the stain — regardless of how hard to reach it is. It’s great for washing machine seals, dishwasher seals, refrigerator seals, and also all kinds of grout and caulking to eliminate mold, must, dirt, and grime stains. It can be applied vertically without dripping.

If there’s a ton of standing water in your sink, bath, or shower every time you use it, sounds like it’s time to remove some serious clogs with these drain snakes. They have a barbed wire style surface that easily hooks onto hair and debris to pull it out and have your drain working as normal. They’re 20 inches long and can be cleaned and reused.

No wonder this power scrubber has over 18,000 five-star ratings; one reviewer says, “This little tool makes scrubbing a breeze! Great for grout, sinks, and tight spaces where regular brushes don’t cut it. The powered scrubbing action saves effort and gets the job done faster.” The powerful head oscillates 60 times per second to give you a deeper, stronger scrub than you could ever achieve by hand. It’s battery-powered and wireless, so it’s easy to use anywhere around the house.

If you hate cleaning your toilet but need to keep it clean, you have to check out these gels. Use the easy release stamp to attach them to the inside of your toilet bowl. Then, every time you flush, it helps eliminate odors and deep clean to prevent stain build-up. Each stamp lasts up to two weeks, and there are 32 stamps total.

People are obsessed with this cleaning gel — I mean, it has over 51,000 five-star ratings. The key is that it’s totally moldable so it conforms to the shape of tricky-to-clean spots like your keyboard, corners, vents, and other places. It presses into little cracks to pull out dust, hair, crumbs, and debris with a single motion.

Did you know you have to clean your garbage disposal to keep it from stinking? Well, this extra-long brush has stiff bristles that you can stick into the garbage disposal and clean out any gunk and caked on debris that are lingering there. It’s 11 inches long and has a sturdy handle on top that’s easy to maneuver around the disposal to clean it from top to bottom.

These oven liners can be cut to size and then placed at the bottom of your electric or gas stoves (as well as microwave ovens, toaster ovens, and air fryers) to collect any drips and mess so you can remove and clean instead of letting messes bake onto your oven bottom and stay there forever. They’re heat-resistant up to 500 degrees and can be put in the dishwasher between uses.

These narrows brushes are an easy and compact thing to keep on hand to clean all those hard-to-reach spots that can be quite the eyesore. Each one has dense, hard bristles, a long handle, and a hanging hole to easily store between uses. It’s great for places like around your faucet, in your windowsill gap, or in the corners of your shower.

Fan-favorite brand Poo-Pourri has moved out of the bathroom and into the kitchen with this best-smelling freshener for your garbage can. Just spritz three to five sprays directly into the trash can or garbage bag. It works to trap odors inside to keep your home smelling amazing thanks to its citrus scent. One 8-ounce bottle has up to 400 sprays.

This silicone mat sits in the space underneath your sink and can hold all your cleaning supplies and other essentials but also prevents spills and leaks from ruining the wood. It has 0.8-inch raised edges and can hold up to 3.3 gallons of water. It has a textured design for added support, and you can easily wipe it down to clean.

Attract and trap all those annoying little gnats that you randomly find around the house with this fly trap that plugs into the wall. Insects are drawn to the trap via the light, and once they’re close, they get stuck to the glue and stay there until you dispose of it. What’s great is that the sticky side faces the wall, so when you’re looking at the trap, you can’t actually see any of the collected bugs.

If you have a pet, you need this broom to clean up after them, no question; it has nearly 79,000 five-star ratings. This broom has an extra-wide head and thick silicone bristles that are designed to attract dust, hair, and debris from your wood, tile, vinyl and carpet floors. It lifts all your furry friend’s fur with ease so you don’t need to fear the invisible mess your pet is leaving around your home.

This screen cleaning brush has a large flat mesh surface that gets deep into the small holes of your window screen to remove dust, debris, and dirt so you won’t even know they’re there. It has a built-in handle and a detachable 9-inch handle to help you reach higher up spaces. It’s powerful but gentle to clean without breaking or scraping anything.

These steam cleaners work in just five to seven minutes to deep clean your microwave, loosening up caked-on stains so all you have to do is wipe it down and it looks good as new. Simply add water and vinegar (and a splash of lemon juice if you’re feeling fancy), microwave for a few minutes, then wipe down and there you have it — a microwave clean enough to eat out of.

If you never clean high-up spaces is because you can’t reach them, this duster is about to throw that excuse into the garbage. It has a microfiber head that traps dust and debris instead of just spreading them around into the air. And the handle extends from 30 to 100 inches to help you reach windowsills, fans, cabinets, and shelves.

These silicone gap covers come in common appliance colors and can be cut to size to perfectly cover the gap between your stove and your counter. They’re heat-resistant up to 446 degrees and have a nonslip bottom grip that keeps them in place. Now, spills, gunk, and food won’t fall and spoil in that impossible-to-clean spot and will sit on top of the easy-to-wipe cover instead.

“This is the ONLY thing that has cleaned the hard water ring from my toilet and sinks!” one reviewer raved about this pumice cleaner. To say it’s tough on stains is an understatement. Simply get it wet and then use a gentle rubbing motion to remove hard water stains and mineral deposits on surfaces without leaving scratches or residue behind.

If you don’t feel like scrubbing your garbage disposal, check out these convenient drops. Simply run your disposal to remove anything lingering inside, add one capsule with the water on in a pencil-thin stream, then turn on the disposal for 15 seconds. Sit back, and the lemon scent will fill your space while cleaning and refreshing everything inside the disposal.

If your cat’s bathroom absolutely stinks, this odor eliminator was specifically designed to help with that. Mix this powder in with your litter, and the blend of essential oils neutralizes odors from the start and wicks away moisture so you can go longer between cleanings and keep your space smelling amazing. And, of course, it’s non-toxic and safe for pets and humans.

If you have a flat drain in your shower, this sticker is exactly what you need to prevent hair from clogging your pipes. It has a strong waterproof adhesive that sticks to the drain surface, and it’s made of a fine mesh that allows water to drain while collecting keeping any clog-forming debris. When it’s full, just toss it and replace it with a new one.

This duster has a long and flat surface covered in a microfiber cloth that can fit underneath and between furniture and appliances to remove dust and hair. The telescopic handle expands from 31 to 61 inches so you can reach down low and high up without breaking your back.

These pods make it easier than ever to keep your washing machine clean ,which is important because you want clean clothes, don’t you? The pods are packed with powerful ingredients that remove odors, dissolve pet hair and build-up, softens water, and removes grime. Simply put one tablet in an empty tub, run a hot wash cycle, and wipe out any remaining residue.

If your refrigerator smells like fish, onions, leftovers, or whatever else you’ve got in there, check out this deodorizer. It’s the kind of set-and-forget product that you can put in the back of your refrigerator and not touch again for 10 years. It’s made of stainless steel and uses advanced decomposition technology to eliminate odors from the source, which can help keep your fresh produce lasting longer.

Over 40,000 people gave this humidifier five stars because, as one reviewer put it, “this humidifier is so easy to use and it works great. I run it every night for 8 hrs and it really helps my breathing.” It’s easy to fill and to clean because of the wide opening at the top, and this humidifier also operates at a whisper-quiet level, which is great for nighttime.

All you have to do is spray your glass with water and let these cloths do the work for a totally streak-free shine. Both made of premium microfiber, use the waffle weave cloth to wipe your surface down and remove fingerprints, dust, and everyday grime, and then follow up with the smooth weave polishing cloth to remove streaks and leave your windows so clean you won’t even realize they’re there.

The outside of your house is what makes a true first impression, so use this mold and mildew stain remover spray to keep it looking fresh and clean. Simply spritz it onto decks, vinyl siding, drywall, concrete floors, brick walls, and more, and watch the stains fade before your eyes. It doesn’t require any scrubbing — you just have to rinse it with water when you’re done.

These shelf liners are a must-have when it comes to keeping your refrigerator neat and clean. They can be cut to size for a custom fit and they can be removed in an instant to clean up any crumbs or accidental spills. They have a nonslip surface that keeps your leftovers and produce from sliding around. And the clear color totally blends in so you won’t even realize they’re there.

These compact cleaners are specifically designed to get into the tough-to-reach crevices in the tracks on your windows. They have a removable scouring sponge base that cleans both sides of the elevated track in one fell swoop. They also come with cleaning brushes that can finish up the job — and use on vents and other tricky gaps.

What makes these sponges different from the norm is that they’re made of a silicone material that not only scrubs and removes baked-on messes without scratches but also remains breathable and wicks off moisture to avoid odor building up over time. They have a large surface that’s fast-drying and non-absorbent, so they last longer than traditional sponges, too.

This isn’t an ordinary cleaner; it’s specifically designed to break down enzymes from your cat or dog’s accidental pee, poop, or puke to deeply clean your surfaces so you’d never know it happened. It works on carpet, non-leather furniture, turf, tile, and more to destroy any evidence that your furry friend had an accident inside saving you (and them) from any smelly embarassment.

“This stain remover is the best! I seriously works on everything! Grease, wine, blood, dirt, dog poop - it cleans it all,” one reviewer raved. “I've used it on my couch, carpet, and clothing and it works on all of it without damaging or discoloring any of the fabrics.” All you have to do is spray it on the stain, blot it with a paper towel or with the head of the sprayer, rinse it off, and watch the stain disappear before your eyes. Plus it’s non-toxic and safe to use near pets and for children’s clothes and fabrics.

There’s a reason why The Pink Stuff has over 155,000 five-star ratings. “I was not prepared for how good this stuff is,” one reviewer wrote. “After one use, my tub looked brand new—I’m talking sparkling clean, no grime, no stains. I was so impressed that I went a little cleaning crazy and started using it everywhere.” Gentle but powerful, it works on tile, glass, stainless steel, porcelain, saucepans, cooktops, showers — you name it — without scratching, staining, or leaving any residue behind.

After regular use, lint, sand, and dirt can build up in your dryer vent, which is a known fire hazard in your home. Cleaning it out regularly is an absolute must, and this vacuum attachment makes it easy. Slip one side of the hose onto the vacuum’s end, and the other sticks into your dryer vent to suck out all the gunk that’s stuck inside.

This large mat sits perfectly underneath the coffee station in your kitchen to absorb spills and keep them from staining your counter, all while protecting surfaces from scratches. The mat can be cut to size, and it absorbs water and coffee in just 10 seconds. It has a durable rubber backing that’s nonslip and won’t let water seep underneath. Plus, you can also use it as a drying mat for your dishes.

They say you should clean your dishwasher once a month, and these detergent pods make that so easy. Each one can be used with or without dishes — just add one pod into the detergent tray or bottom of the basin, run a normal wash cycle, and there you have it — a clean and shiny dishwasher. Sure, it cleans the basin, but it also cleans the racks, pump, valves, drain, and recirculation hoses with minimal effort on your part.

The key to cleaning your gutters effectively and safely — no wobbly ladders or climbing on the roof, people! — is this useful brush. The top can bend 90 degrees to conform to the angle of the gutter and features strong nylon bristles that remove all the leaves, sticks, and other debris left inside. And the handle is expandable from 1.9 feet to 10 feet.

Having cat and dog hair all over your furniture and rugs isn’t just an eyesore — it’s pretty gross too. But thankfully this handheld rake exists with a specially-designed head that swipes away all the remnants of your furry friend’s coat. It has an extra-long, thin surface area to reach a ton of space and a sturdy handle. Plus, it’s reusable over and over again.

This three-piece kitchen drain set is the perfect replacement to your old or builder-grade plugs that don’t quite work like they used to. With this stainless steel set, you have options — use the basket filter to keep extra small things out of the drain, the strainer for larger things, and the plug stopper for cleaning. Plus, they come in a ton of finishes to match your sink.

This spin scrubber makes cleaning easy not only because it’s electric, portable, and scrubs super fast so you don’t have to, but it also has a 46.46-inch handle so you can clean without breaking your back. It comes with four brushes — a large flat brush for floors, a small flat brush for tiles, a corner brush for narrow spaces, and a dome brush for tubs and sinks.

These odor eliminating balls are the perfect on-the-go treatment for smells coming from almost anywhere — your laundry basket, shoes, pantry, suitcase, and more. Each ball eliminates odors for up to 60 days, and they’re filled with baking soda that leaves a super fresh scent behind. They’re easy to take with you, too, in case of a smelly emergency.

If you have stainless steel anything, you need this cleaner kit. It comes with a powerful but gentle spray and a microfiber cloth that work together to remove fingerprints, dust, smudges and residue and leaves behind a polished, streak-free shine. It also works to protect your surfaces from dust and grime build-up to keep your appliances looking good between cleanings.

Protect your glass stovetop from damage and take advantage of the added counter space with this silicone mat. It’s heat-resistant up to 400 degrees and has a textured top with raised lines that not only act as a nonslip agent but also mean you can use this as a drying rack for dishes. It’s thick and durable and gives you a whole new area to meal prep if you’re short on kitchen space.

The brilliance in this hair catcher is that it mounts to your shower wall and has strong silicone bristles that, when you swipe your fingers through them, trap loose hair to prevent them from going down the drain. It gives you one spot to put all the hair — instead of creating shapes with the clumps on the wall — and the hair is easy to remove after your shower.

This trash can holds 2.2 gallons of garbage and it has a built-in sensor to automatically open with your hand, knee, or foot. It’s made of durable plastic with a lid that keeps odors from seeping out and stinking up the room. It’s waterproof and moisture-proof, so it’s suitable for damp environments. It operates on AA batteries for long-lasting use.

Made of strong and sturdy stainless steel, this caddy has three wired compartments that keep your sponges, soaps, and brushes elevated to avoid collecting moisture and water. Underneath is an angled ramp that automatically drains any excess water directly back into the sink to keep things dry. The compartments are adjustable, and the raised brush holder is removable.

“I HATE HATE HATE having to open the paint can and go thru all the crazy just to touch-up a wall chip,” one reviewer wrote. “These are GREAT just to pull out of the drawer and paint over the chip.” Use the included syringe to fill these convenient brushes with the paint of your choosing and then keep it on-hand to restore scratches, scuffs, and imperfections on your walls. The pens are airtight and keep the paint fresh for years.

This silicone tray is 1.2 inches thick and features raised edges and a nonslip textured surface that creates a great landing spot for boots and shoes in your entryway. The all-weather, waterproof tray can be used indoors or outdoors and helps catch dirt, water, and mud to protect your floors from slippery messes.

Put this sensor underneath your bathroom and kitchen sinks or around other water-based appliances, and if it detects a leak or spill, it not only sounds an audible alarm but also sends you an email and a notification on its app so you can act quickly before it escalates. The alarm has an adjustable volume, and it has wireless connection for up to 10 sensors.

Everyone needs one of these soap dispensers on their kitchen and bathroom sinks. The battery-operated piece has an infrared sensor to automatically dispense soap when your hand is underneath it. There are five settings so you can customize the amount of soap that comes out. And it has a non-drip spout and nonslip bottom to keep it secure and mess-free. It holds 17 ounces of liquid soap with a wide mouth open for easy refilling.

Small but mighty, these sponges remove thick, caked-on grease on everything from small kitchen appliances to tiles and grout. Made without irritating chemicals, just soak these sponges in water, squeeze out, and scrub wherever you’ve got a tricky stain and watch it disappear before your eyes.