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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How to Get Nail Polish Stains Out of Clothes
According to a laundry pro.
Ashley Abramson
May 21, 2022
This Tiny $16 Amazon Find Is the Secret Weapon Against Everyday Messes
Keep your WFH desk pristine.
Britt Franklin
May 19, 2022
4 Ways to Protect Your Outdoor Furniture from Annoying Falling Debris
Because outside is officially open.
Marlen Komar
May 18, 2022
This $20 Amazon Find Instantly Solved My Most Annoying Sink Dilemmas
I love a good problem solver.
Shifrah Combiths
May 16, 2022
3 Ways to Make Spring Cleaning Irresistibly Fun to Kids
It’s not too late for the whole family to pitch in for a pre-summer reset.
Alexandra Frost
May 15, 2022
As a Mom of 5 Active Kids, These Are the Laundry Products I Swear By
Laundry consumes my life, but this arsenal helps me get it all done.
Shifrah Combiths
May 13, 2022
This Super Compact Trash Can Doubles as a Cleaning Tool — and It’s Perfect for Tiny Bathrooms
It even includes a hidden toilet brush!
Amy Gordon
May 12, 2022
Is There “Poop Soup” Lurking in Your Bathroom?
Yes, it's a thing, Now here's how to avoid it.
Shifrah Combiths
May 12, 2022
The $8 Blind-Cleaning Hack You’re Going to Wish You Knew About Sooner (Bonus: It’s on Major Sale Right Now!)
Do right by your space *and* your health.
Amy Gordon
May 10, 2022
I Finally Found a Vacuum That Actually Makes Me Want to Use One Way More
I used to struggle with vacuuming consistently, until this guy came along.
Marlen Komar
May 10, 2022
8 Cleaning Items Past Their Prime that I'm Officially Giving the Boot
Goodbye, fickle soap dispenser! It's definitely time to let go.
Shifrah Combiths
May 9, 2022
I Tried My Mom's Technique for Keeping Baseboards Clean and I'm Never Going Back
She's a professional housekeeper.
Marlen Komar
May 8, 2022
Febreze Has Launched An Astrology Range So You Can Match Your Car’s Scent to Your Star Sign
Car-strology.
Emma Kershaw
May 8, 2022
I Bought This $80 Pro Cleaner-Approved Vacuum — And It's Nothing Short of Amazin
It's so lightweight! And still so suction-y!
Lisa Freedman
May 7, 2022
This Absurdly Simple Cooking Habit Keeps My Kitchen Counters Spotless
It was always my mother's biggest kitchen rule.
Shifrah Combiths
May 6, 2022
Amazon Reviewers Swear This Lightweight Steam Mop Cleans Any Mess In Half the Time (Bonus: It’s On Sale!)
For squeaky clean kitchen floors!
Erin Cavoto
May 3, 2022
This Is Exactly How Long It Takes to Do Those Chores You’ve Been Putting Off
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I timed them for you.
Shifrah Combiths
May 2, 2022
A Better Alternative to the TikTok Dryer Sheet Hack for Cleaning Toilets
Some TikTok users are cleaning their toilets with dryer sheets, but there's a better way.
Ashley Abramson
May 1, 2022
Rental Hosts Can Purchase A “Starter Kit” Filled With Necessities
News
Renting your property has never been easier (or more sustainable!).
Olivia Harvey
Apr 29, 2022
How to Actually Get Coffee and Tea Mugs Clean, According to a Barista
Cleaning
Yes, even the white ones.
Ashley Abramson
Apr 29, 2022
The $26 Amazon Find That Makes Cleaning Pet Hair and Under Furniture a Breeze
It's like having three specialized cleaning tools in one.
Amy Gordon
Apr 27, 2022
These 3 Easy Rituals Will Keep Your Home Neat and Clean on a Daily Basis
According to organizing and cleaning pros.
Ashley Abramson
Apr 27, 2022
IKEA's Scented Hangers Make Your Closet Smell Like Freshly-Cut Grass
News
Say goodbye to that stuffy closet smell.
Inigo Del Castillo
Apr 26, 2022
The Best Cleaning Tips for Pet Stains, Messes, and Smells
You’ll always know exactly how to handle it.
Celia Shatzman
Apr 25, 2022
This Tiny Shift in How I Approach Cleaning Really Takes Away the Stress of It
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I’m in one of the busiest seasons of my life, and this is helping.
Shifrah Combiths
Apr 24, 2022
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