Must-Have Cleaning Supplies For Your Home
As we move into 2022, I just thought I’d share some of the top picks that I believe are home essential items. These are my top cleaning must-haves for your home. With all that is still ongoing in the world, I believe that it is beneficial to give your home a deep cleaning on a monthly basis. I am an individual that cleans every day for 15 min. This enables me to not get overwhelmed with cleaning. If you are looking for solutions for cleaning your floors, then you can find that in the blog article on Top Recommended Hardwood Cleaning Products and Supplies. If you are looking to incorporate all-natural cleaning products into your cleaning routine, then make sure you check out the article on the best natural cleaning products for your home.
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Whether you’re just getting started as the new year rolls in or maybe you are going all organic and natural in your quest to protect mother earth, here are 10 Essential Cleaning Supplies/Tools that no home should be without.
This list of Hot Picks For Cleaning Your Home
1. A Toothbrush
Nothing gets into crevises like a good old toothbrush. When you need to get in the nooks & crannies of your grout in the bathroom or under the toilet. Old toothbrushes can be disinfected and used for all types of cleaning. You can even boil a toothbrush to bend the handle in order to angle it to reach tough spots.
If you are fancy like me, then, of course, you can get a detail cleaning bush.
2. A Great Sponge
There are a ton of sponges to choose from, however, all sponges are not created equally. I don’t know anyone that does not use a sponge. There is a wide variety to choose from. I highly suggest having sponges for different things. I have a sponge that I only ever use to clean items that have had raw meat in them. It’s also a good idea to have a few sponges that have an abrasive side to them. I personally love sponge clothes, they are a hybrid between sponge and paper towels. They are also washable, thus making them the perfect reusable sponge. I normally find them at Tj Maxx, Marshalls, and Home Goods. You can also order them via Amazon
Magic Sponge Cloth by Amala, (6-Pack), 100% Natural, Reusable German Dishcloths, Highly Absorbant, Vegan, Non-GMO
- 100% Natural, 100% Vegan, NON-GMO, Highly Absorbent
- Our 6-Pack replaces up to 90 rolls of paper towels, which saves a lot of trees
- Our Magic Sponge Cloth is machine washable up to 300 times
- Absorbs 20 times its own weight in water
- Thick premium quality from Germany, super soft, light, durable & flexible
3. Microfiber Cloths
Microfiber can clean surfaces with the most minuscule amount of water added and does not scratch and leave streaks as other cloths often do. I can assure you that they are perfect for cleaning windows. I have 21 windows in my home and I use Microfiber cloths and cleaning vinegar to get a streak-free clean.
4. A Vacuum
No home is complete with a vacuum. Take your pick. You can choose from a Dyson, Roomba, or even a Shark vacuum. I know that we have all vacuumed an area that appeared to be clean to then discover that the vacuum picked up a ton of dirt. Don’t get caught with a dirty home.
5. A Spray Bootle
With the current Covid environment having a spray bottle is definitely something you want to have on hand. You can make your own hand sanitizers and natural cleaners
Glass Spray Bottle – Empty Refillable 16 oz Container is Great for Essential Oils, Cleaning Products
6. Scrub Brush
OXO Good Grips All-Purpose Scrub Brush Every home needs a good scrub brush. My brush of choice is the Good Grips. It’s super affordable.
7. Clorox Wipes
Clorox wipes are an absolute must regardless of the current pandemic. I prefer the compostable ones simply because I try my best to be a good steward when it comes to doing my part to save the planet.
Multi-Surface cleaner: Clorox compostable cleaning wipes effectively clean and wipe down messes without the worry of harsh chemical fumes or residue, so they’re safe to use around kids, pets, and food contact surfaces.
8. Angry Momma Microwave Oven Cleaner
You could simply put a bowl of vinegar, water, and lemon in the microwave, but Angry Momma is much cuter and we love buying gadgets. 5-7 minutes later and everything will wipe off in a breeze.
9. Rubber Gloves
No cleaning routine is complete without a pair of Rubber Gloves. They are necessary to keep your hands from being exposed to harsh chemicals as well as the dirt and grime of what you are cleaning. Rubber gloves aren’t just needed to protect your hands from dishwashing and hot water.
10. White Vinegar
Vinegar is a must-have. It will provide you with perfect streak-free windows and mirrors. It’s great at dissolving grease and is useful for the in-between deep cleaning that you should do monthly.
