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29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
You've Got A Nice Home, But Here Are 34 Practical Things You May Want To Add
Itty-bitty, collapsible storage crates in soothing pastel colors to give your knickknacks the vinyl record treatment. Listen, you don't have to throw away your mountain of pilfered condiment packets, but they'd look a lot nicer in one of these. A battery-operated patio umbrella light so your family can actually see each other while dining outside. The battery-powered device has 28 LEDs to properly illuminate a whole picnic table after the sun sets. A chenille tufted pillow perfect for when you're trying to enjoy some pillow fort time or just wanna sit on the floor while working from the coffee table (me). It'll come in handy when you have more guests than chairs for movie night. A set of low-maintenance, solar-powered lights you can stake along pathways to illuminate your walk to the house. Since they're powered by the sun, you can set them up and let them do their thing for the foreseeable future. Promising review: "These are great lights, we use them in our front and backyard. They are long-lasting and create a resort-like appearance." —Michele Get it from Amazon for $32.93+ (available in packs of four or eight). A pack of disposable shower hair catchers for people who often forget to clean the drain after a shower and too squeamish to maintain a device like the TubShroom. You can just close your eyes and throw these away when they're too hair-infested. A grater with a built-in container so you don't have to worry about having to balance it over a plate or cleaning up stray shavings. It comes with three grating surfaces you can swap out to meet all your grating needs. Taco night, anyone? A set of waterproof globe lights to instantly improve the ambiance of your backyard. I don't know how string lights do it, but they have a 100% success rate of making me happy. A set of wildly popular "hotel" pillows so you can feel like you're falling asleep at the Ritz. Reviewers rave that these are the perfect balance of fluffy and firm, meaning you can prop yourself up for a good in-bed TV binge. And a set of massively popular double-brushed microfiber sheets that are so soft and cuddly, reviewers have likened them to high-end hotel bedding. You'll forget aaaalll about thread count when you slide into these sheets. A Capri Blue Volcano-scented multipurpose cleaner — yes, that's right, the signature Anthropologie scent — to make cleaning feel extra rewarding. Now you can clean and leave behind a luxurious scent that'll have guests looking at your home in a new light. Was it always so chic in here? A grassy drying rack for parents who have a ton of bottles to clean and don't want their carefully balanced mountain of dishes to come crashing down. The grass keeps bottles, tops, and other small items upright without you needing to constantly rearrange or navigate weirdly placed dividers. It's also just cute! Look at the little nipple tree. A beloved O-Cedar mop and bucket set that'll make mopping way faster and easier, thanks to the hands-free wringing system. The mop head's unique triangular shape allows it to get into corners, making it a favorite amongst neat freaks and professional cleaners. A bright and cheery fruit bowl with a secret — there's a hidden colander! The sneaky bowl lets you rinse your fruit and then display it on the counter while it dries. A set of extra mini drawers that clip onto your shelves so you can easily grab what you need instead of having to remove half the contents of your fridge just to get to the mayo. Promising review: "I bought a new refrigerator, and I missed my deli drawer. I purchased this as a way to store deli cold meat. I'm so glad I bought it" —wendyGet one from Amazon for $19.99 (available in two size packs). A flat mop with a wringing bucket offering a space-saving option for small living spaces where storage is more valuable than gold. The compact bucket has a handle and inner scraper to remove dirt from the washable microfiber mop pads, making it a hit with over 22,000 5-star reviewers. A rotating spice rack that not only provides you with all the spices you need to start your culinary journey, but also comes with FIVE YEARS of free spice refills; that means you can sprinkle your sea salt with reckless abandon. The next time you want to make a mushroom gravy, you'll have Herbes de Provence right there! And chicken is going to taste so much better with a dash of rosemary. This tower comes with 20 jars of spices. I personally have this rack and can confirm it's legit. The construction is obviously a little flimsy, but it spins nicely and doesn't wobble. All the spices are fresh and quite nice!Promising review: "I LOVE THIS! It looks great on my counter, and all the new choices I have to cook with are just exciting!! Plus, the five years of refills is just icing on top." —ImaniGet a rack with 20 spices from Amazon for $36.92. A mattress vacuum complete with a UV light to kill lingering bacteria and a HEPA filter to trap particles as small as 0.1 microns! Dust and mites won't stand a chance! Bedtime will be so nice, you'll be happy you don't have to call and ask for an early checkout. A set of Shoe Slotz that lets you stack shoes on top of each other, meaning you can DOUBLE your storage space. In the words of Kelly, let's get some shoes. A set of Command spray bottle hangers to stick to the inside of a cabinet door for easy storage, so you can grab the multi-cleaner *the second* you hear food hit the floor. A silverware sorter that takes up very little space in your drawer but can fit up to 24 pieces of cutlery. With the extra space, the possibilities are endless. Maybe it's time for a novelty monstera slotted spoon? Plastic sliding storage bins reviewers have been using to bring order to any room you can think of, from bedroom closets to home offices. Thanks to their waterproof material, they can even go in your bathroom or garage. A crack weeder tool if your home looks like it's trying out to star in the next season of The Last of Us. The L-shaped head can sneak into tight spaces and tear out the weeds, moss, and stubborn roots that have rudely taken up residence in your sidewalk. A jalapeño corer so you can get rid of unwanted seeds in seconds and minimize the risk of you slicing your hand open. Best to get this step done ASAP so you can enjoy some jalapeño poppers in record time. Promising review: "Not sure why I didn't know about this nifty gadget before! I'm obsessed!! I make jalapeño poppers AT LEAST once a week, and it has always been a little time-consuming! This gadget has cut my prep time by more than half!!! Such great quality and love that it's dishwasher safe! You don't have to work hard to get stems and seeds out. Only takes about 10-15 seconds per pepper, and it's completely cleaned out! Would definitely recommend to everyone!!!" —Amazon CustomerGet it from Amazon for $7.99. Clear, hardshell pouches perfect for cosmetics, toys, and craft supplies. You can stack them or throw 'em in a bag for easy traveling. They're basically go-bags, but for colored pencils and makeup. A Tibet Almond scratch remover stick that you can apply like ChapStick for your furniture. The colorless balm can help hide light scratches, watermarks, and water stains from wood, bamboo, glass, and more. Just open the can, remove the wrapper, and start rubbing the stick on unsightly marks. White caulk tape if you've noticed (and proceeded to ignore) some cracks in your previous caulk job. Use the waterproof sealing tape to fill in gaps before they get any worse and unwanted guests see the bug equivalent of a vacancy sign. Reviewers say this is easier and cleaner looking than liquid caulk, so there's no excuse to keep putting this off! An oil-stain remover doing the impossible — removing grease spots and refreshing your walkway, driveway, and more. You may have thought you had to live with The Stain until you moved, but no! A magic cleaning potion is here to banish that foe! Apply the formula, let it dry, then brush it away to reveal a stain-free surface. A bamboo shelf with a tilt-out hamper because I know you're sick of having your dirty unmentionables just out in the open like that. This turns what would normally have been an eyesore into a nice storage solution. Display decorative candles, not dirty socks! An expandable, cabinet-lining, two-tier shelf that will make every bottle you own visible and easily accessible. You'll never have to settle for paprika when you wanted smoked paprika ever again. Reed fencing offering a little privacy when you don't have the space or money to plant trees or bamboo. It'll obscure the view of your patio, balcony, or yard while still letting in some light so you don't make the space feel walled in. Promising review: "I am very happy with this reed fencing. The lovely brown color and tight weave with the string is so much better than ones I've had in the past that were woven with wire that look shabby and horrible. These are a wonderful quality for the price, to make putting up large sections of fencing more affordable. They are not completely private, as people have mentioned, but that's not what I wanted. I wanted to be able to see through a little bit, but they work great to give some sense of separation and privacy." —Lauren it from Amazon for $56.09+ (available in seven sizes and two colors). A rapid egg cooker so you can stop settling for overcooked hardboiled eggs with gross gray yolks. You deserve better. Along with hardboiled eggs, this thing can make omelets and poached and scrambled eggs, all without close supervision. An outdoor Wi-Fi extender you can place in a weatherproof enclosure (like a screened-in patio) to extend your network range to your porch or backyard. The applications are endless, from outdoor movie nights to actually getting your teenager outside for some fresh air. A pair of fan light pull cords so you can finally know which turns on the fan and which turns on the light. What an ~illuminating~ product! A wooden privacy screen with built-in planters at the bottom to help distract from whatever you're trying to hide, whether it be lawn equipment, an AC unit, garbage cans, or a giant skeleton lawn ornament waiting for its time to shine this fall. Promising review: "We have a small patio close to a grassy area where the neighborhood dogs do their business — so annoying and smelly — so we needed a way to get lots of florals in while also providing some privacy. These are perfect and hold lots of florals; the ivy I have is already beginning to climb the trellis, and they're sturdy!! We live in a windy area, and so far, they haven't budged. Also so, so easy to put together!! Took us less than a half hour probably." —JessicaGet it from Amazon for $76.49+ (available in three sizes; clip the 10% off coupon when applicable).
Buzz Feed
10-04-2025
- General
- Buzz Feed
25 Target Products That'll Help With All Of Your Spring Cleaning
We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed and its publishing partners may collect a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page. We're talking every room, top to bottom. 1. A pair of sturdy-yet-comfy cleaning gloves to protect your latest mani as well as prevent all those cleaning chemicals from drying out your hands. 2. A bottle of glass cooktop cleaner so you can FINALLY get your electric stove top looking presentable (and usable) again. 3. A bottle of Dawn Powerwash formulated to cut through the toughest grease and grime to leave your dishes, countertops, and glass looking better than when you bought them. PLUS, it delivers all that with essentially no back-breaking scrubbing required. Target Promising review:"This product is the best. Easy and quick with clean, beautiful results! My new favorite. Did you know it's amazing on hard water spots? Try it on your shower's glass door — spotless!" — Kmurr 4. An O-Cedar spin mop and bucket that represents what I would call true *MOP MAGIC.* With a hands-free wringer, splash guard, and millions of microfiber strands that can cut through dirt *without* harsh chemicals, I'm not sure what else you could ask of a mop. This thing is the GOAT of cleaning house. Target Promising review:"Literally obsessed with this thing! It makes cleaning every nook and cranny so much easier. I use it for my floors, walls, ceilings, behind the toilet, you name it. So happy I bought it." — Momofgirls 5. A bottle of oven cleaner to remove grime, grease, stains, and caked-on food — all in a matter of minutes (and prevent your smoke alarm from going off every time you try to make some tater tots). Target Promising review:"Powerful cleaning. I am in love with this oven cleaner. I sprayed the product on, waited 20–30 minutes, and then wiped it off. Most of the nasty baked-on messes wiped right off. I will likely need a longer setting time for the little bits left over. Remember to ventilate well and not use in conjunction with bleach!" — Jijizzzzzzz 6. An extendable tub and tile scrubber, because why throw out your back while deep cleaning when you don't have to? Target 7. A honeysuckle-scented surface cleaner from Mrs. Meyer's powerful enough to disinfect just about anything in your home, while being gentle enough that you can use it safely around children and pets. Plus, it smells divine! Target Promising review:"I love these cleaners. I feel they get grime off easier and work on a multitude of surfaces. I use them to clean or wipe any surface such as counter, my washer and dryer smudges, fridge handle/door, bathroom sink, etc. I love some of the scents and am repurchasing another now." — Ycas 8. A three-pack of Clorox wipes so you'll be prepared when the next disaster strikes. They're safe to use on everything from finished wood to granite countertops and kill off all kinds of yucky bacteria and viruses along the way. Target Promising review:"My mother taught me always to vacuum the floorboards, but I never do. So after a while, they accumulate dust and look grungy. These are perfect for wiping them down so I can ignore them for a month or two. And of course, these are great wipes for countertops. But they're essential for getting dust off the toilet tank (why do toilets hold onto dust so tenaciously, anyway?) and getting to hard-to-clean spots around faucets as well." — Theabeanster 9. A Bissel carpet cleaner to zhuzh all your rugs, couch cushions, upholstered chairs and decorative pillows with the high-powered deep clean they deserve (and have desperately needed for low-key years). Dust, dander, and dirt be darned! Target 10. A Dyson cordless vacuum because the worst part of vacuuming is battling with the cord. Reviewers rave about its ability to suck up pet hair from any surface! Target Promising review:"Nothing like a cordless vacuum! It makes cleaning fun again. The Dyson does a wonderful job and even does the stairs. The only downside is that it does not hold a charge long but still so much easier to navigate than a big upright sweeper." — Rheen 11. A six-pack of microfiber cleaning cloths so you can wipe up every surface in your home in the most sustainable way possible — because there's nothing sexy about ripping through two full rolls of paper towel just to clean your bathroom. Washable and reusable, these'll serve you well time and time again. Target Promising review:"Perfect for cleaning. I wish they would have these waffle texture cloths individually, I use them the most." — Ami 2 12. A hard-working, multitasking Scrub Mommy sponge here to literally bring a smile to the arduous task of doing your daily dishes. More importantly, that smile is helpful when it comes to scraping off every last bit of food stuck to your silverware and utensils! Target Promising review:"Absolutely love this scrubber/sponge; since I made the change to these, I haven't bought any other sponges." — Rosie 13. A Mr. Clean Magic Eraser that really is some abracadabra stuff (*cue Lady Gaga*). Prepare to watch the scuffs and stains dotting your home disappear right before your very eyes — you will be STUNNED! Target 14. A three-pack of drain cleaner tools because I wasn't playing when I said DEEP cleaning. That drain in your bathroom is likely loaded with hair and other scum — which means its time to go where no human should ever have to go, but inevitably must. Target 15. A bottle of lime, calcium, and rust cleaner to rid your shower and bathroom of tough hard water stains. You'll feel so much cleaner showering in a CLEAN shower (I know, crazy concept). Target Promising review:"This product instantly removed hard water stains that were baked onto my black truck. I had previously tried all the other methods I found on YouTube and none of them worked and were quite labor intensive. I highly recommend this product." — worked on my truck too 16. A four-piece Swiffer dusting kit, because even though you have been ignoring those rotating wings on your ceiling fan or the tops of your bookshelves, the dust does not care and has been doing its thing anyway. Now you have no excuses. Target Promising review:"Never been a duster person; I feel like you just move dust from one place to the next, but this is incredible. So easy. So efficient. Lightweight. Easy to reach hard-to-reach places, and dust actually clings to the duster. What a game changer!" — NK 17. A box of eight Lemi Shine garbage disposal tablets because while the G.D. is a blessing to have, it can end up smelling pretty badly. These convenient little tablets help freshen things up for ya in an instant. Target 18. A clear organizing bin here to the rescue AFTER you spend hours cleaning up all those spills and crumbs from your fridge. Keep things in these handy bins going forward — they're SO much easier to take out and clean rather than an entire shelf or drawer. Plus, they'll help keep you organized and make your fridge look like an Erewhon. Target 19. A bottle of Goo Gone spray because every home has some mysterious gooey substance that no one is quite sure where it came from. Fortunately, this liquid gold is sure to do the trick in no time. Target 20. A toilet-cleaning gel stamp set to keep your porcelain throne spotless, flush after flush. Just stamp the gel into your toilet and watch in awe as it does its thing. 21. A five-pack of Affresh washing machine cleaners because, yes, your dishwasher does need to be cleaned occasionally, despite the fact that its literal job is to wash the things you put inside it. Target Promising review:"We use this on the 10th of every month. It really cleans the tub. I wipe the inside of the lid and the drum top to make sure the washer is ready to go for the next month." — 49ernut 22. A power scrubber, which takes its inspiration from your electric toothbrush to visibly restore your tile grout back to its former glory — and just about anything else in your home that's covered in a weird gunk. Target Promising review:"My husband and I absolutely love our lil' scrubber! We bought it to use on interior auto upholstery where our drill brushes simply can't agitate. Seams of seats, around the head rests; the bristles are even soft enough to use on the dash plastic and did an awesome job at de-gunking dash buttons!" — Miranda Price: $19.99 23. A shower squeegee to rid the glass around your in-house waterfall of any streaks, water stains, and mildew that might be building up. Works great on steamed-up bathroom mirrors after getting out of the shower, too! Target Promising review:"I purchased this to clean glass shower doors after showering. The short handle makes it perfect. It cleans glass so well that you think there is no door there!! I have also used it on windows. I have only had it a couple of weeks, so am hoping it holds up well. The hooked handle allows you to hang it near the shower." — chris 24. A HEPA air purifier that'll circulate the air in your room four times per hour and is virtually silent. Pet hair, dander, dust, and seasonal allergies are no match for this lil' thing. Target Promising review:"It has made a noticeable difference in the air quality. Wish I had purchased this sooner. Easy to use; love the night-light and timer features." — Daisy B Price: $89.99 25. And a pack of stainless steel wipes to instantly wipe away those mysterious streaks, smudges and handprints that somehow always appear on your fridge, oven, and sink. Target Promising review:"I've tried a few different stainless steel cleaners, and by far this one is top of the mark! I even use it on my sink when it's wet, and it always dries to a beautiful shine when used on my enamel stove; it is the best for cleaning stainless steel and kitchen appliances! Thank you, Weiman; you're the best!" — Kat Price: $4.99 for 30 wipes 26. Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
Yahoo
25-02-2025
- Lifestyle
- Yahoo
Keep your kitchen spotless with these 12 cleaning products
Fox News and its syndication partners may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom. Keeping your kitchen clean not only helps when you go to cook, it feels like a big accomplishment when you're done. It may be time to ditch your old all-purpose cleaner and paper towels for something more powerful. From eco-friendly cleaners to the right scrub brushes, these cleaning products can help you clean every surface of your kitchen. There are also options for keeping your appliances clean, moping the floors and removing built-up dust. The Pink Stuff is a multipurpose cleaner you can use on most of your kitchen surfaces. It's a vegan, all-natural cleaning paste that's safe and non-toxic. It's also made from environmentally responsible ingredients. You can also get a spray version rather than paste, for even easier use. Most of these purchases can be delivered to your door in 24 hours if you're an Amazon Prime member. You can join or start a 30-day free trial to start your holiday shopping today. Mrs. Meyers cleaner comes in a variety of different delicious smells. It's made from natural ingredients and uses real plants and fruit juices to create the scents. You can use it on hardwood floors, tile, countertops, walls and more. Spring Clean Your Home With These 10 Sustainable Products Read On The Fox News App To combat sticky or burnt residue on your dishes, grab a Scrub Daddy three-pack. These sponges are designed to clean your dishes fast without scratching. Just use cold water when you need a firmer sponge and hot when you want a softer sponge. Original price: $39.99 O-Cedar EasyWring mops have become hugely popular, and for good reason: they make moping a lot easier. The mop bucket design allows for hands-free wringing and has a built-in splash guard to ensure the dirty water stays in the bucket. You can also wash the microfiber mop heads, so you can reuse them over and over. There's also a scrubbing attachment for the O-Cedar mop. With it, you can scrub your floors, shower and walls with ease. Mr. Clean's Clean Freak all-purpose cleaner is great for when you have difficult messes to tackle. It has 3x the cleaning power of leading bleach sprays and smells fresh and clean. The Power Nozzle provides large coverage so you can clean countertops, bathtubs and stainless steel faster. You can also get a set of refills for your sprayer. The disinfecting process is an important part of cleaning your kitchen, especially when cooking. Keep your counters clean with Clorox disinfecting wipes. You can get a value of pack of wipes from Amazon. You'll get four large containers of wipes, two lemon-scented and two fresh-scented. Cleaning can do a number on your hands, but you can protect them with this three-pack of household gloves. They're long, rubber gloves that are waterproof, so you can reuse them every time you clean. Original price: $28.99 A Swifer WetJet starter kit helps you clean your floors daily, in between mopping. A Swiffer is easy to use and picks up dirt, pet hair and dust on your kitchen floors. The kit comes with the Swiffer, a bottle of cleaning solution and a 10-pack of mop pads. Declutter Your Home With These 10 Organizational Items Tired of fingerprints all over your stainless steel appliances? Keep them cleaner with Weiman stainless steel cleaner. The citrus-scented cleaner removes fingerprints and other residue on your appliances and prevents them from appearing for longer. Original price: $9.99 Ditch paper towels and choose microfiber cleaning cloths for a more eco-friendly option. This 12-pack of clothes isideal for cleaning any surface in your kitchen. You can just throw them in the washing machine when you're done, and you'll always have a cleaning cloth as your disposal. Make dusting easy with a Swiffer duster. The extendable arm helps you clean hard-to-reach places like the top of your refrigerator or cabinets. In the duster kit, you get the Swiffer duster and 12 dusting heads. For more Deals, visit Original price: $11.99 Deep cleaning requires a good set of kitchen cleaning brushes. This five-pack of cleaning brushes has a dish scouring pad, two scrub brushes, a bendable kitchen brush, a tile brush and two groove gap brushes. With this set, you can clean every inch of your article source: Keep your kitchen spotless with these 12 cleaning products
Fox News
25-02-2025
- General
- Fox News
Keep your kitchen spotless with these 12 cleaning products
Keeping your kitchen clean not only helps when you go to cook, it feels like a big accomplishment when you're done. It may be time to ditch your old all-purpose cleaner and paper towels for something more powerful. From eco-friendly cleaners to the right scrub brushes, these cleaning products can help you clean every surface of your kitchen. There are also options for keeping your appliances clean, moping the floors and removing built-up dust. The Pink Stuff is a multipurpose cleaner you can use on most of your kitchen surfaces. It's a vegan, all-natural cleaning paste that's safe and non-toxic. It's also made from environmentally responsible ingredients. You can also get a spray version rather than paste, for even easier use. Most of these purchases can be delivered to your door in 24 hours if you're an Amazon Prime member. You can join or start a 30-day free trial to start your holiday shopping today. Mrs. Meyers cleaner comes in a variety of different delicious smells. It's made from natural ingredients and uses real plants and fruit juices to create the scents. You can use it on hardwood floors, tile, countertops, walls and more. To combat sticky or burnt residue on your dishes, grab a Scrub Daddy three-pack. These sponges are designed to clean your dishes fast without scratching. Just use cold water when you need a firmer sponge and hot when you want a softer sponge. Original price: $39.99 O-Cedar EasyWring mops have become hugely popular, and for good reason: they make moping a lot easier. The mop bucket design allows for hands-free wringing and has a built-in splash guard to ensure the dirty water stays in the bucket. You can also wash the microfiber mop heads, so you can reuse them over and over. There's also a scrubbing attachment for the O-Cedar mop. With it, you can scrub your floors, shower and walls with ease. Mr. Clean's Clean Freak all-purpose cleaner is great for when you have difficult messes to tackle. It has 3x the cleaning power of leading bleach sprays and smells fresh and clean. The Power Nozzle provides large coverage so you can clean countertops, bathtubs and stainless steel faster. You can also get a set of refills for your sprayer. The disinfecting process is an important part of cleaning your kitchen, especially when cooking. Keep your counters clean with Clorox disinfecting wipes. You can get a value of pack of wipes from Amazon. You'll get four large containers of wipes, two lemon-scented and two fresh-scented. Cleaning can do a number on your hands, but you can protect them with this three-pack of household gloves. They're long, rubber gloves that are waterproof, so you can reuse them every time you clean. Original price: $28.99 A Swifer WetJet starter kit helps you clean your floors daily, in between mopping. A Swiffer is easy to use and picks up dirt, pet hair and dust on your kitchen floors. The kit comes with the Swiffer, a bottle of cleaning solution and a 10-pack of mop pads. Tired of fingerprints all over your stainless steel appliances? Keep them cleaner with Weiman stainless steel cleaner. The citrus-scented cleaner removes fingerprints and other residue on your appliances and prevents them from appearing for longer. Original price: $9.99 Ditch paper towels and choose microfiber cleaning cloths for a more eco-friendly option. This 12-pack of clothes isideal for cleaning any surface in your kitchen. You can just throw them in the washing machine when you're done, and you'll always have a cleaning cloth as your disposal. Make dusting easy with a Swiffer duster. The extendable arm helps you clean hard-to-reach places like the top of your refrigerator or cabinets. In the duster kit, you get the Swiffer duster and 12 dusting heads. For more Deals, visit Original price: $11.99 Deep cleaning requires a good set of kitchen cleaning brushes. This five-pack of cleaning brushes has a dish scouring pad, two scrub brushes, a bendable kitchen brush, a tile brush and two groove gap brushes. With this set, you can clean every inch of your kitchen.
New York Times
21-02-2025
- General
- New York Times
The Swiffer WetJet Is a Decent Mop, Actually. Here's How to Make It Less Wasteful.
Spray mops, like the ubiquitous Swiffer WetJet, aren't the best tools for soaking up spills or cleaning grout. But they are incredibly convenient, since the handle, pad, and cleaning solution are all stored together, premixed, and ready to go. It's a combination that's made them wildly popular. For most minor messes on most kinds of flooring, spray mops work well enough. The WetJet is my go-to mop at home, and a number of my Wirecutter colleagues also rely entirely on a spray mop of some sort. I'd even argue that the gatekeepers of deep-cleaning wisdom don't give the genre enough respect. Studies have actually found that the flat cleaning pads often used in spray mops can clean even better than traditional mops in some important ways. Part of the problem, I think, is that a 'spray mop' is almost synonymous with 'Swiffer WetJet,' and for some, 'Swiffer' is another way to say 'expensive garbage generator.' Swiffer's single-use pads and detergent bottles do create a prodigious pile of trash over time. If the landfill contributions don't bother you, the recurring costs might. Spray mops don't have to be expensive and wasteful, though, not even a Swiffer. I've spent almost nothing on fresh supplies for my WetJet in nearly five years, and I can count on one hand the number of disposable pads I've thrown away in that time. Let's be clear: A Swiffer is meant to be used with disposable refills. The Swiffer website features precisely zero pads or bottles designed for reuse. (The company does have a reclamation program, if you'd like to jump through a few extra hoops to participate.) I'm not here to defend the Swiffer or its business model, and I have no opinion about how it stacks up to spray mops sold by Bona, O-Cedar, Rubbermaid, or any other brand—essentially they all ship with reusable pads and refillable fluid reservoirs. Wirecutter has never done comparative testing on spray mops, and we haven't recommended any in our larger wet mop guide. (And I'm not talking about the Swiffer Sweeper, which is not a spray mop and is not a product we recommend at Wirecutter.) The Swiffer WetJet spray mop (left) has been around for decades. The Swiffer PowerMop launched more recently, but it doesn't offer many changes to the classic formula—and there's still the pressure to buy disposable refills. Liam McCabe/NYT Wirecutter But the Swiffer WetJet and the newer, similar PowerMop have tens of thousands of positive user ratings across major retailers, as well as a massive brick-and-mortar presence at big-box stores and supermarkets. Loads of people are very happy to own them. If you have a Swiffer spray mop and think it's pretty good, but you want to cut back on the waste and expense of those refills, it's actually pretty easy. Washable microfiber pads are inexpensive and very common for Swiffer's spray mops. I bought this two-pack back in 2020 because it had the most user ratings at the time—and it still does, with more than 44,000 at the time of writing. These pads are all I've really needed, and they've held up just fine over time, as far as I can tell. I wash them with my other microfiber hand rags, basically following the best practices for tossing microfiber cloths into the laundry. Some of my Wirecutter colleagues own different microfiber pads for their WetJets, and their reactions are about the same as mine: They're totally adequate. The user ratings are pretty consistent from listing to listing, and none of them are particularly expensive. Shop as you see fit. The Swiffer bottle's plastic security tabs become soft in hot water, so it's easy to unscrew the lid. Refill it with whichever cleaning solution you'd like. Liam McCabe/NYT Wirecutter As for the cleaning solution, WetJet bottles have plastic security tabs to stop you from unscrewing the top and refilling the bottle. Here's the secret to cracking it: Dip the tip of the bottle—with the cap still attached—into a bowl of gently boiling water for about 15 seconds. This will soften the plastic tabs, and the cap will be hot! So wrap a cloth around your hand before you grab it. Then the top should twist right off. Don't forget to dump the used water. (Some how-to videos suggest using a screwdriver to get under the cap and bend the tabs, but I think the hot-water method is easier.) If you're feeling ambitious, you can then use a nail clipper (or a similar tool) to cut off the plastic tabs inside the cap. This way, you won't need to re-soften the plastic for future refills. These are Swiffer WetJet bottle caps. On the left, I clipped the security tabs so unscrewing the cap for refills will always be easy. That step might not even be necessary. On the right, you can see that the tabs were bent out of shape after getting unscrewed the first time. I've been able to open and close that bottle, no problem, even without doing the hot-water trick again. Liam McCabe/NYT Wirecutter It's a similar story with the newer Swiffer PowerMop. The pad is a different size, but there's no shortage of reusable third-party microfiber cloths made to fit the PowerMop's head. Same for the juice bottle: The PowerMop's is a different shape than the WetJet's, but it also has plastic security tabs that go soft in hot water. Swiffer sells its cleaning solutions only in disposable bottles, so you'll have to choose something else. Other companies sell mixtures intended to be used in spray mops, or you can mix up your own. I've never had trouble getting the Swiffer's spray mechanism to squirt other companies' cleaning solutions. I have two bottles in rotation: one for vinyl, laminate, and tile; another filled with a wood-floor cleaner. Why go through all of this when you could just get a 'regular' mop and bucket (which Wirecutter's cleaning experts also recommend)? Here are some reasons: Convenience: The spray mop just makes it so, so quick and easy to wipe up mud, paw prints, oily splatter, salty snow water, or whatever else ends up on the floor of my kitchen, bathroom, and entryway. It's ready for action all the time. This was the most common point of praise among my spray-mopping colleagues at Wirecutter. The spray mop just makes it so, so quick and easy to wipe up mud, paw prints, oily splatter, salty snow water, or whatever else ends up on the floor of my kitchen, bathroom, and entryway. It's ready for action all the time. This was the most common point of praise among my spray-mopping colleagues at Wirecutter. Storage: When I bought my Swiffer, I lived in a condo with nowhere convenient to store a bucket for a traditional string-mop setup. If I'd kept it in the basement or the back of a closet, I never would've used it. Some of my apartment-dwelling colleagues agreed. (Something like the Libman Wonder Mop could have worked. But a spray mop is still easier to use because there's no wringing involved, and the cleaning solution rides along in the handle, ready to spray.) Even now, I live in a house, and I still don't have a great spot to keep a bucket. When I bought my Swiffer, I lived in a condo with nowhere convenient to store a bucket for a traditional string-mop setup. If I'd kept it in the basement or the back of a closet, I never would've used it. Some of my apartment-dwelling colleagues agreed. (Something like the Libman Wonder Mop could have worked. But a spray mop is still easier to use because there's no wringing involved, and the cleaning solution rides along in the handle, ready to spray.) Even now, I live in a house, and I still don't have a great spot to keep a bucket. Comfort and accessibility: One of my coworkers noted that a spray mop is much easier on her back than dealing with a bucket full of water and a wringer. Another pointed out that on some mops, the battery-powered push-button spray mechanism needs only a very light touch to operate. One of my coworkers noted that a spray mop is much easier on her back than dealing with a bucket full of water and a wringer. Another pointed out that on some mops, the battery-powered push-button spray mechanism needs only a very light touch to operate. Works fine: When I tested robot mops for Wirecutter, I found that pad-style cleaners worked fine on flat ground, even for a whole-house wipedown. And in our guide to mops, we recommend the Libman Rinse 'N Wring, a pad-style mop—without the spray mechanism, but with a carry-along bucket for cleaning solution. The EPA has actually encouraged hospitals to wash their floors with swappable microfiber pads, after a study found that string mops reduced bacteria counts only by 30%, while microfiber was 99% effective. Household string or flap mops now tend to have washable microfiber heads, which should even the playing field. But if a pad is good enough for a post-op recovery room, it's good enough for my house. When I tested robot mops for Wirecutter, I found that pad-style cleaners worked fine on flat ground, even for a whole-house wipedown. And in our guide to mops, we recommend the Libman Rinse 'N Wring, a pad-style mop—without the spray mechanism, but with a carry-along bucket for cleaning solution. The EPA has actually encouraged hospitals to wash their floors with swappable microfiber pads, after a study found that string mops reduced bacteria counts only by 30%, while microfiber was 99% effective. Household string or flap mops now tend to have washable microfiber heads, which should even the playing field. But if a pad is good enough for a post-op recovery room, it's good enough for my house. Spills: Traditional mops can soak up a few glasses' worth of spilled liquid. But so can the pile of rags that I keep in a kitchen drawer. I'm not the only Wirecutter staffer who deals with spills that way. Traditional mops can soak up a few glasses' worth of spilled liquid. But so can the pile of rags that I keep in a kitchen drawer. I'm not the only Wirecutter staffer who deals with spills that way. Sticky stuff or bumpy surfaces: The soft microfiber pads work better on tougher jobs than you might think, especially because you can press down into the head pretty forcefully—more than with a regular mop, I believe. If my spray mop can't get the job done on its own, I just plop down on my hands and knees and get after it with a brush and stronger cleaning solutions. This happens only a few times per year, for me personally. But you could also keep a string mop around for this kind of cleanup, as some of my colleagues do. The soft microfiber pads work better on tougher jobs than you might think, especially because you can press down into the head pretty forcefully—more than with a regular mop, I believe. If my spray mop can't get the job done on its own, I just plop down on my hands and knees and get after it with a brush and stronger cleaning solutions. This happens only a few times per year, for me personally. But you could also keep a string mop around for this kind of cleanup, as some of my colleagues do. The option for disposables: If I need to clean up something truly foul, where I'd probably want to use disposable pads, it's nice to know that I can find some for a Swiffer at just about any supermarket. I've never had to do this, and if I didn't have a Swiffer I'm sure I'd manage just fine. But one of my colleagues just dealt with a mold situation in her apartment, and she was thankful for this option. If you're happy with your string mop, or whatever you use to wet-wash your floors, that's wonderful—don't change it. But if it's making you miserable, don't count out a spray mop. And remember, it doesn't have to be a Swiffer—especially if the fear of recurring costs and waste has been holding you back. This article was edited by Megan Beauchamp and Katie Okamoto. We considered hundreds of mops and tested ten, and the O-Cedar Microfiber Cloth Mop (along with the O-Cedar Quick Wring Bucket ) was the best at cleaning spill we tested it against. We think these are the best sweeping tools: the Casabella Wayclean Wide Angle Broom , Libman 2125 Step-On Dust Pan , OXO Good Grips Large Sweep Set , and Bona Microfiber Dust Mop . We tested six cleaners that can vacuum and mop at the same time. The Bissell CrossWave plug-in is the best you can get. The current robot vacuum-mop combos are too fickle, flawed, or expensive to recommend. But we expect they'll get better.
