
If Your Home Needs A Deep Clean, These 30 Products Have You Covered
You might despise cleaning the bathroom, but this overnight shower cleaner basically does the work for you.
1. An EasyWring microfiber spin mop since your floors do, in fact, need to be mopped even though you'd like to think otherwise. The handle extends up to four feet, and the built-in mop wringer allows for hands-free wringing making mopping just a little bit less of a headache.
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Promising review: " After seeing a TikTok where a woman demonstrated this mop to clean her walls, and hearing my boss raving about it, I decided to click the Amazon button. Let me tell you, I HATE cleaning, I HATE mopping, but I LOVE for things to be clean. I was able to mop the entire house TWICE (Because it was that dirty. Please don't judge.) within an hour. A few days later I mopped the entire house again within 10 minutes because they weren't quite as dirty. On another positive note, my boys love the spinner and think it's a toy! So, every time I get the bucket out my 10-year-old and 4-year-old ask to mop the house because they think it's fun. MAJOR BONUS!" — Molly
Get it from Amazon for $34.96.
2. A foaming garbage disposal cleaner capable of turning your food graveyard into a lemon-scented haven. I think we all can collectively agree that shoving our hand down the disposal to deep clean is not in our job description. Just place the packet in the disposal, let it soak, and turn on your disposal! Easy peasy lemon squeezy!
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Promising review:"Saw on TikTok (don't judge) and automatically added to cart. So easy to use, takes probably a minute to fully bubble up and clean, and you're left with a clean sink! I use with other drain cleaning products, but would 100% recommend for weekly maintenance." — Jessica Hamilton
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $8.
3. Affresh dishwasher tablets for anyone who doesn't want to get on their hands and knees and stick their head in the dishwasher to clean it. These little tablets do the work for you. All you do is run it on a normal wash cycle and now you have a nice, fresh dishwasher.
Promising review:"After using this product, I am happy to report that my $5 investment saved me over $500. I was ready to replace my dishwasher due to super cloudy glasses, residue, and dishes just not getting clean. Then, I became aware that the water softener was no longer doing its job so I had the rental company replace it. Dishwasher performance improved somewhat. I decided to do two more loads before deciding to purchase a new one. I tossed one of the tablets into the bottom of the full machine per the instructions and ran the regular cycle. I did not expect the results I got! The glassware that I thought was permanently etched and ruined came out like new. Same with cutlery. The difference is unbelievable." — Sheila
Get a pack of six from Amazon for $8.99.
4. A jetted tub cleaner so you can enjoy that big ol' tub of yours without the creeping thought of, "Has anyone ever cleaned these jets?" The results might make you gag a little, but it's way better than having to get down and dirty in each jet because you just pour this in with a full tub, run the jets, and scrub away all the yuk!
Plus, this is septic safe!!
Promising review:"OK, so I am somewhat of a clean freak and I run bleach through the jets prob twice a month on top of my weekly cleaning. And I was skeptical how this product could get it any cleaner than I thought it was. Well I am here to tell you this pic is after the second cleaning with this cleaner!!!! I am a believer and would highly recommend this product to anyone with jetted tub!!" — Momof2greatboys
Get it from Amazon for $18.73.
5. A robot vacuum because sometimes sweeping Roscoe's shedding fur, getting the under-the-bed dust, and picking up all that dirt that your kids trek in from the backyard just... sucks. Thankfully, this powerful vacuum literally ~sucks~ that all up and saves you from having to manually do it yourself.
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This is super slim so it can easily fit under your low furniture and it automatically returns to its charging station when it's running low on battery.
Promising review:"I should have bought one of these years ago! It's saving me time and effort to clean other stuff around the house. I've been pleasantly surprised how 'Pete' can make it over thresholds that separate our kitchen from the living area and one in the hallway. LOVE how he goes around our kitchen chairs and table and really gets under there to pick up crumbs! My floors look cleaner than they ever have! Go Eufy!" — Natalie M
Get it from Amazon for $229.99+ (available in three styles).
6. A bottle of Wet & Forget cleaner destined to turn your shower and tub from grimy and dirty to spiffy and shiny. All you gotta do is spray, let it sit overnight, and rinse! Finally, now you can enjoy your own scrub-a-dub-dub time *without* having to scrub-a-dub-dub the hard-to-reach crevices on your hands and knees.
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Promising review: "I used this product as directed and got the promised results! I literally did not have to get down and scrub my tub at all. Scent was very subtle (purchased 'vanilla' option). I'm completely stunned with the fabulous results! Highly recommend!" — kMcav
Get it from Amazon for $18.47+ (available in two scents and two sizes).
7. A flexible drain snake for when it's finally time to tackle that clogged shower drain. This has small micro hooks that grab onto hair easily, and even though the results will make you want to gag, this so comes in handy for those rare deep cleaning sessions.
This pack contains a reusable handle and five single-use heads you can just remove and dispose of after handling your clogged pipes.
Promising review:"Wow. Best thing ever. Seriously. I have had tweezers and sticks and plumbers and chemicals trying to get my master sink to drain. The plumber even said I needed an entirely new faucet to get the drain plug part because they don't sell those separately. Well, I have two sinks, a tub, and a shower that all match, so that was not a valid solution. Doubt I can find the same model. So I bought this thing, stuffed it down, and pulled up hair and black muck. Did it about eight times quickly, ran the water, went right down the drain. Seriously. This is the best tool ever and the best $20 I have ever spent. Everyone with a sink needs this tool. Seriously." — juliejules
Get a five-pack from Amazon for $19.99.
8. The Baseboard Buddy because getting down on your hands and knees like Cinderella is not in your job title (even though cleaning baseboards is something you should do every now and then). The extendable arm gets in places high and low and is way better than pricey disposable dusters because the pads are reusable!
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The kit comes with one Baseboard Buddy and three reusable pads which can be used wet or dry. And when the microfiber pad is dirty, just rinse and reuse!
Promising review: " Buy it NOW. Honestly, I had huge reservations for this thing. Yet another miracle cleaning tool that will break or bend or something. I was so wrong. It was easy to put together and I sprayed it with Mean Green and went to the baseboards. No more kneeling and no broken back. This thing is amazing. It is durable and the pad is super absorbent. I am so happy. I can't wait to do the rest of the house!" — artgirl
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
9. The Bissell Little Green, which works ✨wonders✨ on your couches, carpets, and other upholstery items since it literally sucks up dirt, stubborn stains, and any other nasty spills that have worked their way into your life. Forget calling the pros — this little green powerhouse is way more affordable and just as effective.
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Promising review:"Faced with either replacing our dining room chairs or living with the daily reminder of how disgusting children (x3) can be, we decided to replace our chairs. Until we priced some new ones. Enter the Green Machine. This chair has never been cleaned (I know, we're gross). I sprayed the included magical solution, let sit 15 minutes for good measure, and voila. Sorcery. I read zero instructions, just plugged in, and went to town. I would recommend cleaning outside if your item is portable; it minimized the spray on the floor. The dark grey liquid on the collecting side was evidence enough of the dirt and stain-removing powers. Don't second guess; this was <$100 when I purchased it, and while something with steam and heaters and all the gadgets, I am sure, is wonderful, bang for your buck on this one is a no-brainer. Definitely bought us another year or so before we pull the trigger on something new for the kids to ruin." — aih
Get it from Amazon for $98.59.
10. A rust stain remover spray since hard water with high iron levels is slowly turning your white tub into a yellowish-brown eyesore. This gel formula is designed to cling to stains and remove them without any scrubbing.
Note that it's designed for rust stains that come from having hard water; it won't do anything for, like, a rusty metal towel holder.
Promising review:"Can't believe we finally found something that works! When we bought our home there was no water softener and years of iron build up. We tried so many things on our shower. Nothing worked. We were convinced we'd be stuck until we renovated, but the Iron Out worked wonders. I still can't believe it. We let it sit for about an hour. It then dissolved and wiped right off. Definitely use in a ventilated area if possible." — M. Gilardi
Get it from Amazon for $11.36.
11. A nontoxic fireplace cleaner meant to tackle soot, ash, and all fire-related grime that's been building up on your stone and brick. This gel helps make it look brand-spankin' new, and it even comes with a brush for scrubbing!
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Quick'n Brite is a small business that's been selling eco-friendly cleaning supplies since 1952.
Promising review: " This product works excellently on a river stone fireplace (seen above) with a decade of smoke and dirt. It took two applications but you just apply, wait, then wipe the surface. I'm extremely happy I picked this product. Plus, it's non-toxic and doesn't give off a strong odor." — Daniel G
Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in two sizes and with or without cleaning tools).
12. Bioclean, a hard water stain remover, to bring your glass doors, faucets, and shower heads back to their "what once was" state of clean. Now, with no more hard water stains or gross tile, you can go back to 🎶 singing in the shower 🎶 without a big ol' yikes in between the chorus and the verse.
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Promising review: "Wow. Don't waste your time with any other formulation that you found online. I've literally tried EVERYTHING! The soap / vinegar / baking soda, the expensive store bought 'hard water cleaners.' I've scrubbed for HOURS! But this…. This product is like magic. It's kind of like a paste that you can rub on with a microfiber towel and the hard water stains literally just RUB OFF. Like butter! Seriously the easiest option I have tried yet. I stopped within the first five minutes of cleaning to do this review because I'm in shock lol. Coming from someone who never writes reviews! Take that as a sign to buy this immediately. What a game changer, I'm mad I'm just now finding this stuff lol!" — _kayla_carter
Get it from Amazon for $17.77.
13. A Cerama-Bryte cooktop cleaning kit so when you look at your glass stove top, you can smile at your reflection instead of roll your eyes at the leftover grease, dried-up pasta water, and other messes that come with cooking at home. It comes with a cleaning solution, cleaning pads, and a scraper tool!
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Promising review:"Love, Love, LOVE this stuff! Who else hates cleaning their stove like me?? It feels like every time I clean the stove, it just gets dirty again. Well I found THE BEST clean for your stove top. I applied this once after having oil and food caked onto my stove, and within seconds of using the cloth to clean it off, it was TOTALLY clean. Seriously, this stuff is incredible. It also comes with a little scraper which is perfect for getting those little nuggets of food off your stove. Buy this stuff..you won't regret it!" — Meredith B
Get the kit from Amazon for $13.98.
14. A fume-free oven cleaner meant to tackle the most hard-to-remove buildup from last week's dinner that you just wish cleaned itself up. No more wasting money on weaker cleaning products; this stuff is literally called Easy-Off because it easily gets all the gunk off with a simple spray and swipe. New oven, who dis?
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Promising review:"I HATE cleaning my oven and this is evident by the fact that I won't do it until it fills up with smoke when baking. I bought new appliances and I was meticulous about keeping the stove/oven clean by not using them. Well, when you're a mom, that kind of doesn't work, so I made sure to not have anything splash on the stove or in the oven when cooking and to immediately clean anything that got by me. That also only lasts so long when I work long hours, so I used to tell myself, "You'll clean it tomorrow". As you all know, that's code for someday. Weeks went by, and my stove needed cleaning, and I found the handy self-cleaning button. Let me tell you, that worked....the first time. I needed professional help the second time, so of course, I put that off until I couldn't. Got on Amazon and as I always do, I read the product description and instructions and then went straight to reviews on multiple self-proclaimed "best oven cleaners". This one was the one I decided to put my hard-earned money on, and it paid off! I sprayed everything the night before, and I was ready with my gloves and mask, but I didn't need them. There was no splash back when spraying and no overwhelming smell. Got up the next day, opened the oven, and 30 minutes later, it was brand new. I was so happy, and this is my go-to. I use it about once a month and do the self-clean in between. I've used it on the racks of my little toaster oven as well and the grime comes right off. I've included a before and after cause, I know pictures are worth a thousand words." — Sandra Stephens
15. A three-part microfiber wand, which gets rid of the dust on the top AND bottom of not one... but TWO blinds at once. This comes with five microfiber cleaning towels and saves you from using up a whole roll of paper towels just for cleaning the blinds.
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Promising review:"I absolutely hate cleaning my blinds, and it was pretty obvious that I hardly ever clean them by how much dirt came off the first time I used this tool. I've only used it dry so far, but boy it sure does get the dust off of the blinds. It does still take a while to do it, even though you're doing multiple slats at a time, but it sure is a lot easier. I love that you can just throw them in the washing machine when you're done. Thumbs up!" — Dopey1200
Get a pack of one wand and five sleeves from Amazon for $6.99.
16. An automatic bleach toilet cleaning system because even thinking about cleaning the toilet makes me want to gag! This little contraption will send cleaning solution into your bowl each time you flush, making it waayyy less gross when it comes time to actually deep clean the porcelain throne.
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It's super quick to install, and one cartridge can last up to three months!
Promising review:"I am a lazy cleaner, but hate filth. This is a life saver for me, because it helps keep the toilet bowl clean." — Thirsty reader
Get it from Amazon for $10.59.
17. A Clorox toilet cleaning kit that'll be the #1 product when it comes to cleaning where you go #1 and #2. Not only does this come with a wand and storage caddy, it comes with extra refills of the disposable sponges that are infused with the cleaning liquid. Plus, the release button on the wand allows you to easily throw away the sponges without actually touching the sponge!
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Promising review:"Throw away your nasty toilet brush because THIS THING IS AWESOME! Tons of cleaner on the little pads; I could have cleaned eight toilets with one pad. Love that you can click and toss the used pad. Genius!" — Hannah G.
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
18. And a reusable pumice stone so you can easily scratch away at those yucky stains without leaving behind scratch marks in the bowl. Those regular plastic bristles are no match for this strong yet gentle cleaner that makes your porcelain throne look brand stinkin' new (minus the literal stink).
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Promising review:"When we bought our previously owned condo, all three of the toilets had a permanent dark ring. I must have tried at least six different cleaning products that claimed to eliminate rings. None worked. I was actually considering buying new toilets as the ring was embarrassing to me. A friend recommended the pumice toilet bowl ring remover, and I was prepared to be disappointed again. But it worked perfectly. The ring is gone on all three toilets, and it only took a few minutes per toilet. I don't know when I have ever been so totally satisfied with a product. It just saved me a whole lot of money, and I am no longer embarrassed by the appearance of my toilets." — lynn mcdonald
Get it from Amazon for $11.19.
19. A dryer vent cleaning kit you can attach to your vacuum to suck out all that excess lint that doesn't get collected by the lint trap (spoiler: it's a lot more than you think).
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The entire set comes with a plastic hose, an adapter, and a vacuum hose for use with most any vacuum. Plus, a flexible lint brush!
Promising review:"I love this dryer lint extension for the vacuum. I wanted to try a cheaper option first before I spent way more money having someone clean the lint trap deep down. So much lint came out of my dryer, it was wild. I'm very good at cleaning it after using the dryer, but inevitably there's always more that we can't see or reach because it's too deep. It's a great way to keep it clear of lint to increase the efficiency of the dryer, which will save money from electricity and extend the life of the dryer, and prevent possible fires." — Cat L.
Get it from Amazon for $9.95+ (available in four colors).
20. A slim cleaning brush to get in those hard-to-reach places like the window and door tracks. The handle even doubles as a scraper if there's dirt that's really stuck in there. Your plain sponge could never.
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Promising review: "This is an amazing set of brushes. Don't be fooled by the low cost. The brushes are soft and long enough to get into tight spots but firm enough to hold up. They work amazing in those hard-to-clean aluminum window runners and sliding doors. I've used them to clean enclosed fan blades, refrigerator vents, etc. They wash easily and with a bit of TLC they hold their shape. Always nice to find something so simple and inexpensive that works so well." — CNJ
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $4.99.
21. A jar of *THE* Pink Stuff — it'll work wonders to remove dirt, oil, grime, rust, and stains from pretty much any surface. You'll be surprised that the ingredient list doesn't just say "magic" since it brings your things (stoves, pans, sinks, etc.) back to life with little to no elbow grease required.
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Promising review: "I am speechless. I had burned on crud on the glass door inside of my oven. I literally took the product and put it on with a sponge, let it sit for 30 seconds, wiped it off with a hot watered paper towel, and it wiped clean! I regret not taking before and after pictures. I have tried everything under the sun and regret not trying this sooner. I was skeptical because I saw it on TikTok. BUY IT!!!!!! Can't wait to try it on the shower! [Best] stuff I've ever used!" — Courtney
Promising review: " This is one of those 'changed my life' products that you come across every once in a while. I have tried so many different things to clean my clear glass shower door and just end up wasting time, money, and effort. The reviews and price of this product sold me on it. I love the smell (very subtle) and I used it with a basic sponge on my shower door. It did take a little effort but not bad and yielded amazing results. I then got excited about the other possibilities and have used it on the inside of my oven door with similar results. It's great. You won't be disappointed." — Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $5.97.
22. A set of cleaning brush attachments you can attach to a drill for some serious scrubbin'. If you've ever broken a cleaning brush scrubbing with too much elbow grease, this is the thing for you. Your back will thank you, your bathroom surfaces will sparkle, and you will be so thankful cleaning took half the time it usually does.
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Promising review:"I've been eyeing these for a few months and finally caved... Man do I regret not picking them up as soon as I saw them! They work GREAT! We rent an apartment that has a 30+-year-old shower/tub. I've used everything from abrasive powders, gels that sit, to most recently the bathroom Magic Erasers and nothing really got the grime out. These WORK and they work fast. Ten minutes with my handy drill and the shower has never been cleaner. I love that I don't have to throw money out on cleaning products anymore and that I can be a little more environmentally friendly with no waste and no chemical cleaners! Just a little dish soap, baking soda, and a spin of the brush. If you're on the fence, just buy them!" — Becky Adie
Get a set of three from Amazon for $18.95 (available in six color and stiffness levels).
23. A professional-strength grout cleaner because the white grout you chose to go with your white tile is now somehow very, very dark. 😣 Revive your grout with this solution, which comes with a flip-top cap for accurate application and no wasted product!
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Promising review:"We moved into our house a year ago and I've been on a quest to clean the grout next to the stove ever since then. I've tried everything — store products, DIY solutions, Pinterest recommendations, you name it. As a last resort, I got this and holy cow! I left it on for three minutes as a spot test at first, and I could already see a huge difference. I then did two more rounds letting it sit for five minutes each. The scent's not bad, it was fine if I had the window open, it was just being down close to it that got me. Seriously, stop looking and buy this." — Britney Phillips
Get it from Amazon for $21.95.
24. A stainless steel cleaner and polish to remove fingerprints, watermarks, and any other residues that get on your stove, oven, or other stainless steel appliances. And this comes with a microfiber towel for buffing!
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Promising review: "I have tried lots of products for cleaning stainless steel appliances and this one is the best. Doesn't streak and makes my appliances look like new. Easy to use, just one or two swipes with the microfiber cloth needed. Leave the product in the cloth and use for touchups." — Debbie Escobar
Get it from Amazon for $17.98 (available in a multipack).
25. A pack of duster sponges that might just be dust's worst enemy. All you gotta do is dampen it, wipe, and rinse! The ridged surface grabs all that grossness and it's reusable, which is way more eco-friendly than using wasteful paper towels.
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Promising review: "This product is amazing! It makes cleaning so much easier and takes way less time! I used to hate cleaning my baseboards, but this product has made cleaning it so easy that I actually don't mind doing it anymore! It is also great for blinds as well! Definitely worth it!" — Julia
Promising review: "I rarely review products, but this little sponge literally changed my life! It picks up EVERYthing in one swipe! Hard water marks on your bathroom mirror, no problem! Hair clippings on your sink and counter, one swipe and they are gone! Dusty blinds? Swoosh, swoosh, swipe! And ala-presto ka-bam, like magic, they are perfect and dust-free! I just need one of these for my floors! I love, love, love how the sponge picks up everything, and with a little running water, all the dust, hair, muck, and guck just rinsed away! This will not disappoint! Thank you!" — DayDreamer
Get a set of four from Amazon for $8.49 (available in six color packs).
26. A length-adjustable pet hair broom to sweep up all that dog hair, human hair, and random dust that camouflages itself on your patterned rugs. But really, this works for any type of floor and will leave you stunned at how you and your pets aren't bald by now.
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Want more info? Check out my coworker's FURemover Evrilholder broom review. You'll learn a thing or two AND enjoy some very satisfying hair-removal photos!
Promising review:" I saw this on TikTok and thought it was worth a shot. I have two dogs and a cat, and being one with a dust and dander allergy I have to vacuum often but the vacuum can't always get in deep enough. This actually works and I was shocked at how well it does. I brush the carpet a few times and vacuum it up and the carpet even looks better!! I highly recommend this to everyone — especially pet owners." — Theo Ackerman
Get it from Amazon for $15.99.
27. A touchless stationary vacuum because no matter how many times you try, the dustpan is never gonna get 100% of the dirt you collected. This lil' guy is super convenient and relieves you of having to go back and forth to the trashcan after sweeping.
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An indicator light will turn on to let you know that the canister is full, and then you can remove the canister and dump the debris in the trash.
Promising review:" I absolutely love this magic floor sucker. I live in the Rocky Mountains with four large dogs and two cats. It makes sweeping not so bad and much more manageable. You just sweep it to the vac and it sucks it up. LOVE IT." — MaryKat
Get it from Amazon for $149 (available in three colors).
28. A multipurpose, portable steamer so your floors, furniture, windows, ovens, and basically anything you can think of can be brought back to life. This comes with 17 different attachments making it great for small crevices and larger surface areas. Win-win if you ask me!
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Promising review: "I rarely write product reviews because I'm usually underwhelmed. But this steam cleaner deserves accolades! First, the description and advertising is spot on. It delivers what it promises. Secondly, it is easy to use, compact for storage, and has a large tank capacity, allowing me to clean the majority of my luxury wood vinyl floors and bathroom tile. Thirdly, quick heat up, great accessories to meet all cleaning situations. Best of all, its consistently powerful steam gets the job done quickly. My floors never looked so good!" — Craig
Get it from Amazon for $149.77.
29. Grandma's Secret, which is basically like a washing machine in a bottle! Who cares about Victoria's Secret... the only secret I wanna know is what is in this little bottle that does miracles for getting out hard-to-tackle stains and messes. Just apply and let it sit for 5–10 minutes and wipe away!
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Promising review:"This stuff is so amazing. I'm a witness. My 2-year-old baby wrote all over my white leather couch. I tried multiple different things and nothing work but Grandma's Secret Spot Remover. I love this stuff." — L. Nix
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $9.99.
30. An MVP-worthy pet urine stain-removing spray to revive your carpets and furniture into the stain-free beauties they once were. All you gotta do is spray, let it sit for 5–10 minutes, blot, and let it air dry! Yes, you love your fancy little pooch, but you don't love the number she does on your carpets.
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Rocco & Roxie Supply Company is a family-owned small business established in 2013 that specializes in pet odor eliminators, pet toys, pet snacks, and pet accessories.
Promising review:"I don't know how I ever survived without this. There's tons of 'pet stain/odor remover' products out there, but this by far is the absolute best. I cringed paying the $20 for it when others are between $5–$10, but I have NO ISSUES paying now. I foster dogs, some puppies, some older, some not house broken and every room in my house is carpeted except the kitchen which means I have lots of accidents. I spray enough to saturate if it's a lot of urine, let it soak for 10 minutes then wipe it up with a hand towel. Then I put a larger towel on top of it if it's in a high-traffic area until it's completely dry. It's taken out every stain and more importantly the odor is gone! I will never stop buying this product. I recommend it to everyone who has dogs!" — Shelley

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Now, half of all the Kaitenzushi chains have outright stopped having the sushi on the conveyor belt to be taken." "You have to order it for it to arrive. The whole joy of Kaitenzushi is to take as it comes, so this is MASSIVELY disappointing."–Kosmonavtlar1961 "When I was growing up, the electric company would offer free lightbulbs to customers. A local business complained that he wasn't selling any bulbs as a result, so no more free bulbs for anyone." "In Sweden, one family let their young daughter play freely in a graveyard, including climbing very old headstones, one of which fell and killed her. This resulted in the government starting a project to secure all gravestones nationwide. All registered graveowners had to pay for this. Cost me 3000 Euro." "Going unsupervised to amusement parks as a kid or a teenager. Here in Southern California, Knotts used to allow teenagers and kids to come and hang out as they pleased." "Because of TikTok and a handful of idiot teenagers starting fights and mass panic over a non-existent mass shooter (Literally, kids were yelling that there was an armed shooter as a 'joke'). So now, if you're under 15, you have to have a chaperone looking after you. Honestly, feel bad for the kids who were fine and now can't just hang with friends and ride roller coasters. If my nephew or nieces want to go, I or another family member have to agree to chaperone them. Idk, I just think that sucks."–brokenbeardman "Every single fandom subreddit eventually gets taken over by a small contingent of toxic fans/trolls driving out anyone wanting to have a normal discussion, just by attrition alone. Video game, movie, show, book – it doesn't matter, eventually it turns into this hate echo chamber over the smallest bs, and people have to create separate subreddits just to share normal opinions that aren't regurgitated hate." "Collecting as a hobby. I want to collect Pokémon cards because I like the art and love collecting cards of my favorites. Scalpers completely ruined that." "Vending machines in schools. They used to be in the common areas, end of a hallway, strategically placed outside near eating areas, obviously the cafeteria. They weren't all super junky food; there were some nice bagged salads and healthier drinks than sodas. Our school specifically had ginger tea, honey lemon iced tea, and hibiscus tea." "Some kid in our school decided to blow over $500 on just the sodas one week. His parents complained about how easy it was for the children to rot their teeth with the vending machines. Our school had them all removed, doubly incentivized by the fact that a school nutrition policy change would be active soon. They were gone by the end of the following week."–PhantomIridescence "Bad dog owners. The ones who don't clean up after their dogs. The ones who let their dogs destroy rental properties. The ones that let their dogs bark. The ones that don't train them. Dogs get banned from so many places because of bad dog owners and when people like me, who pick up after their dogs, train them, control them, can't take their dogs to certain parks, or when I was young had trouble finding places to rent because of people who didn't train their dogs." "The Bells Manor in Newport, RI. One of the largest and oldest abandoned mansions in the U.S, it was part of Brenton Point State Park. Three teenagers decided to hop the fence and go exploring on the roof, and to everyone's shock, the roof collapsed and the kids got injured. One of their fathers, presumably named Lucius Malfoy, decided to try to sue the state. So rather than go through that, the state tore down the building entirely." "A lot of archeological tourism sites like the Egyptian pyramids and Machu Picchu. People kept taking pieces as mementos. Now they won't even let you get close to a lot of these." –Makesyoudownvote "The original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie sequels. The first movie was incredible, but too many parents complained about the movie being too dark and violent for kids (it isn't), so we got two progressively terrible, slapstick, nonsensical sequels, and no TMNT movie since has ever come close to matching the first one." "The LL Bean slipper exchange policy. I had one pair for ten years, and they finally ripped. I went to exchange them, and they said they don't do that anymore because of the abuse of it." And finally, "The lazy jerks who couldn't stay productive when working from home. They've basically ruined the only positive thing that came out of the pandemic." What else belongs on this list? Let me know in the comments!


Buzz Feed
5 hours ago
- Buzz Feed
20 Kitchen Gadgets People Regret Buying
If Amazon sales have ever tempted you into buying new, seemingly convenient gadgets for your kitchen, this is your official sign to reconsider. Recently, I asked Tasty readers about the kitchen gadgets they regret buying the most, and I'm honestly taking notes. Ahead, I've rounded up 20 different appliances people wish they had never bought. Hopefully, this can save a few of you from buyer's remorse: "A vacuum marinating box. In theory, it makes marinating more efficient as the vacuum draws the marinade into the meat quickly. In practice, it's a pain to get set up, the pump gets lost in the cupboard, and it doesn't actually work as well as a good, old-fashioned plastic bag. I should have known there was a reason it was marked down from $35 to $5!" —Stephen, 33, Ohio "I have a potato chip maker that sits in my cabinet. It was cool the first and second time we made them, but honestly, they're not that good, and slicing the potatoes that thin is a pain in the butt. Maybe I'll wow my grandkids with it, but for now it's hiding up on the shelf." "Turkey baster. We got it for a turkey once and then never used it." —Anonymous "Many hyper-specific 'Make your own X!' gadgets are my family's main regrets. A SodaStream and ice cream-making attachment for our KitchenAid comes to mind. You can only use them for specific foods and recipes, and it's more of a hassle than it's worth, especially now that I've found homemade ice cream recipes that don't need a maker or mixer." "Why did I buy the sous vide gadgets? I have never used them." —wickedmatcha306 "My automatic can opener." "A knife set. Only use three to four, and the rest sit in the knife block." —Anonymous "I bought a food chopper for garlic and herbs, but it didn't do a good job, required just as much work and time, and was hard to clean." "I bought an egg cooker that I've only used once, which makes hard-boiled eggs without tons of water. The thing works and was only $10, but nothing prepares you for the horrible screeching sound it makes when the eggs are done. The instructions don't make any mention of it. The noise scared me and my cats to death! I promptly cleaned up, put it back in its box, and threw it into the furthest recesses of my cabinet, never to see the light of day again. Regardless of the convenience and price, that screeching sound just isn't worth it!" —fluffycactus311 "Microwave omelette maker. Useless. My omelette turned out like a piece of old leather, and I followed the instructions." "Waffle maker. It takes up so much space!" —Sandra, Instagram "I bought one of those breakfast sandwich makers. Total waste of money." "Pasta roller. Not the attachment for the KitchenAid mixer, a standalone pasta roller that you can clamp to a table or countertop to roll out lasagna, fettuccine, or linguine. I've had it for 20 years and haven't used it even once. Oh, I've thought about using it plenty of times, but it's so much easier just to use dried pasta or even to get fresh pasta from the Italian store down the street from me." —Aubrey W "I bought a specialty large colander that fits my Delta sink that has a ledge to place items on. It's huge. I never use it. It doesn't store well, but I'm afraid to throw it away because what if one day I have to make five boxes of spaghetti or something?" "I carried around an apple corer across the country and into a new house, and finally I realized I'm not gonna make apple pie if I haven't in the last 10 years..." —Robin, Instagram "Juice extractor. I hate the cleanup." "Peeler and garlic press. I prefer using a knife to peel carrots/potatoes or chop the garlic. I forgot that I have both of these." —Anonymous "Ravioli maker. I've never used it." "Spätzle maker. I've used it once." —Adrienne, Instagram "Cheese cutter — just use a knife." What else belongs on this list? Let me know in the comments or fill out the anonymous form below! Note: Responses have been edited for length/clarity.


Newsweek
9 hours ago
- Newsweek
Tears As Doorbell Cam Captures Mailman Bringing Dog Home for 'Last Time'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. A Wisconsin woman has shared footage of the moment her mailman made his most-heartbreaking delivery: her recently deceased dog. Krysten Klapatauskas, from Wausau, was inconsolable following the sudden death of her beloved German shepherd. "I got Stoli when she was 8 weeks old from a backyard breeding situation and had her for 10-and-a-half wonderful years," Klapatauskas said. Under her guidance, Stoli bloomed, becoming the best dog she could possibly hope to be. "She learned how to track scents and found more than a dozen lost dogs, a few cats and a horse," Klapatauskas said. It is not often that you would describe a pet as a "people person," but Stoli was, in every sense of the word. "She was very protective of her home and her momma. However, she loved everyone she met, especially children," Klapatauskas said. "Stoli's self-appointed job in the house was to herd the three cats. She always made sure where each one was." That is why Klapatauskas has been left feeling so bereft since Stoli's passing: there just isn't another canine out there quite like her. There had been signs something was wrong. On March 12, while out on a walk, Stoli stumbled. "I thought she had a stroke and took her to the ER vet immediately," Klapatauskas said. "Her blood work looked good, and she was diagnosed with a sprained neck." Malachi the mailman brings Stoli the dog home one final time. Malachi the mailman brings Stoli the dog home one final time. TikTok/krysk710 Despite this diagnosis, Klapatauskas said she still felt something wasn't quite right with Stoli, so she sought a second opinion from her regular vet. Again, the blood work came back fine, with her veterinarian putting the issue down to "joint pain." However, everything changed on July 4. "I woke up to find her having trouble breathing. I took her to the ER vet again," Klapatauskas said. "An ultrasound revealed a large tumor on her spleen and her abdomen filled with blood as one of the tumors had ruptured." Klapatauskas was left facing an unimaginable choice: have Stoli put to sleep that day, or have her undergo surgery, which would, at best, give her six more months. "I was not going to put her through that," Klapatauskas said. "She was way too good of a best friend for me to allow that to happen. I knew that I had to be the one to bear the pain of losing her." It is a pain Klapatauskas has found difficult to bear. "She was my heart dog," she said. "She was my constant source of unconditional love and acceptance. She saw me through breakups, a career change, a move and a major medical diagnosis." When a beloved pet like Stoli passes, you aren't just mourning the loss of a four-legged friend, you are mourning a death in the family. That is a sentiment backed up by science. In 2019, a study published in the journal Death Studies concluded there to be "no significant differences between the levels of grief severity" among people experiencing a pet or human death. That is what made the actions of Malachi, Klapatauskas's mailman, so special. Malachi loved Stoli. "If we were on the porch, Malachi would always give her pets," Klapatauskas said. "Sometimes, we would run into him on our walks, and he always came over to say hi." In that sense, it felt right that Malachi would be the one to deliver Stoli's remains to Klapatauskas's house. It was a task he undertook with the utmost love and respect for his old friend. Krysten Klapatauskas sits with her beloved dog Stoli. Krysten Klapatauskas sits with her beloved dog Stoli. TikTok/krysk710 "Malachi had Stoli up front with him when he left the mail center, so she was safe and secure for her last ride," Klapatauskas said. "He brought her to me and said he was so sorry for my loss and knew how much she meant to me." That heartbreaking delivery and the emotional exchange that followed was captured on Klapatauskas's doorbell camera, with the footage later posted to her TikTok @krysk710. At the time of writing, it has been watched almost 3 million times, with Malachi's simple act of kindness touching so many. "We just sat and cried and talked about how much it sucked that she was gone," said Klapatauskas. "He knew it was going to be a very rough time for me, and he chose to sit with me and be a source of comfort. My mom had been on her way to my house and pulled up to Malachi and I sitting on the porch together. I'm thankful he stayed until she got there." There was something so gut-wrenching about seeing Stoli, her big bundle of love, reduced to a small box. "She hasn't fit in my lap since she was a puppy," Klapatauskas said. "That thought broke me." But she wasn't alone at that moment, thanks to Malachi. "His kindness and compassion know no bounds, and he is an amazing human being," Klapatauskas said. "Stoli was a one-of-a-kind dog. I can only hope that my heart allows me to have that type of connection again. For now, I just need to heal."