5 cleaning must-dos to power through the season
Spring cleaning isn't just about a fresh start—it's about using the right tools to make everything sparkle again, fast. If you're serious about cutting through grime and getting your home and outdoor areas looking (and smelling) spring-y, keep reading for some major inspo.
Shop Vac: Your Indoor and Outdoor Cleaning Beast
Vacmaster
There are vacuums, and then there are shop vacs. These are true workhorses: unlike regular vacuums, they handle both wet and dry messes and offer powerful suction and a blower function. Whether you're clearing sawdust in the garage, ashes from the fire pit, or cobwebs from outdoor windowsills—or dealing with water after a spill or flood—a shop vac does it all. This one even comes with a detachable leaf blower—perfect for blasting debris from deck corners after a long winter. Spring cleaning just got a major upgrade. $119.99 on Amazon
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Enzyme-Based Deodorizer: Goodbye, Funk
Advanced Odor Remover
Garbage bins, litter boxes, gym gear, pet crates—some things just smell. EZ-Clean is a Canadian-made, enzyme-based deodorizer tackles even the worst odours by breaking down bacteria instead of just masking the stink. It's kid- and pet-safe, ultra-concentrated (12 billion bio-enzymes per litre, diluted up to 1:64), and incredibly effective. Wet the surface, spray it on, and let it sit—longer is better, especially in shaded areas. No scrubbing or rinsing needed—just let those good bacteria do the dirty work. $49.95 on Amazon
Clean or Replace Those Grimy Brushes
Whether it's a broom, a sink scrub brush, or a toilet bowl brush, these tools get very little attention aside from when we need them.
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OxiClean All-Purpose Stain Remover Powder
Then soak synthetic brushes in hot water with OxiClean for 30 minutes to lift grime and odours. Rinse well and dry. For toilet brush holders, clean the same way—unless they're metal, in which case disinfect instead. $11.98 on Amazon (was $12.99)
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The Clean People Fabric Softener Sheets – $24.99
Electric Spin Scrubber – $62.99
Attack That Grease and Grime
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Sticky, yellowing grease around the stove or cabinets is the worst—and trying to scrub it off by hand is a waste of time and shoulder strength. A proper degreaser will cut through the buildup with minimal effort.
ZEP Heavy-Duty Citrus Degreaser
Spray, let it sit for a minute, then wipe with a microfibre cloth or soft sponge, and rinse and buff dry. For tougher spots like exhaust covers, filters, or backsplashes, use a non-scratch scrub pad to finish the job. $11.01 on Amazon (was $15.99)
Blast Away Hard Water Buildup
Calcium, Lime, and Rust Remover
That crust on your faucet, the cloudy shower glass, and orange or brown stains in your toilet or tub? That's hard water buildup. Vinegar works, but if you want faster results, use a foam- or liquid-based cleaner like CLR. Spray it on, let it work, then rinse away. Everything will look—and flow—like new again. $31.48 on Amazon (was $35.34)
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