Cleaning isn’t always fun. But it gets a lot easier when you have the right tools at your disposal. As housekeepers, we know a thing or two about which cleaning products are worth your while. From eco-friendly options to no-fuss basics you should always keep on hand, let’s take a look at some of our absolute favorite cleaning tools and products.
For the Nature Lovers
As a society, we’re collectively moving towards more sustainable ways of life. This can extend to the tools and products we use to clean. Here are a handful of our favorites to start with!
Compostable Cleaning Supplies 
One of the main objectives of transitioning to a more eco-friendly home is to reduce your plastic use. Most cleaning tools are made of plastic. Fortunately, just about any item you use to clean has an organic, compostable counterpart. They are typically just as effective, too. You can transition to coconut fiber sponges, bamboo scrubbers, and cotton dusters. As an added benefit, these compostable tools are usually quite aesthetically pleasing for the organic modern lover.
Grove Collaborative Ultimate Sustainable Cleaning Kit
Grove is one of the most prominent companies leading the charge on sustainable home goods. It’s a flexible monthly subscription service with a wide range of eco-friendly household products to choose from. They sell products for household needs, wellness, pets, and more. They strive to provide effective, non-toxic options. They’re 100% plastic neutral and aim to be 100% plastic free by 2025 through their Beyond Plastic project.
If you’re on the hunt for a robust eco-friendly cleaning kit, turn toward the Grove. They offer a set with 3 glass bottles, three essential cleaner concentrates, a Grunge Buster Grout & Tile Brush, and 2 microfiber cleaning cloths.
Dropps Pods
Dropps is another leading company in household sustainability. They feature a range of offerings from foaming hand soap to laundry detergent to air fresheners. All of the products on their site are free from harmful ingredients and toxic pollutants. The company is also dedicated to combating single-use plastic.
Their line of pods is especially helpful. You can get a variety of laundry products or your dishwasher detergent in convenient pods. They come to you in plastic-free packaging. You can also choose to buy their products on a subscription basis so you don’t need to worry about running out of your eco-friendly cleaning supplies ever again.
For the No-Nonsense Cleaner
Sometimes the best cleaning products are the simple, no-nonsense ones. Here are some versatile cleaning products minus the frills.
The Pink Stuff Miracle Cleaning Paste All Purpose Cleaner
The Pink Stuff Miracle Cleaning Paste is great for a number of applications. This mild-abrasive paste can tackle dirt, grease, rust, scuff marks, and more. It can also remove stains on a number of different surfaces. The cleaning paste is vegan and made from cruelty-free ingredients. And to top it all off, it has a delightful rhubarb scent.
Using the Miracle Cleaning Paste is a breeze. Just put a dollop of paste on a damp cloth and gently rub the area you’re trying to clean. Wash away the paste with clean hot water and voilà!
Heinz All Natural Vinegar
Sometimes the classics can’t be beat! Heinz All Natural Vinegar is your ally in safe, cost-effective cleaning. Simply dilute the vinegar in water and use it as a multi-surface cleaner. Gentle enough to use on most surfaces while having enough acidity to melt away grease and dirt, kill germs, and tackle lime build-up. You can also use it to remove stains from your clothing.
Bar Keepers Friend
This product still has the same formula as it did when it first came to be in 1882. It doesn’t get any more no-nonsense than that! Bar Keepers Friend is a powder cleaner that can be used to remove stains on non-porous surfaces. It’s great for scrubbing away rust, grease, water spots, tarnish, and mineral deposits. It’s the ideal cleaner to restore shine to porcelain and uncoated stainless steel.
For the Pet Owner
We love our furry companions like family but they do tend to make a mess. Here are some must-have products and tools you should consider keeping in your home if you’re a pet owner.
Chamberlain’s Leather Milk Leather Furniture Conditioner and Cleaner
Leather is a great material choice for furniture if you have pets. No need to worry about clinging tufts of fur or dirty paw prints. But even still, you’ll need to refresh the material regularly. Chamberlain’s Leather Milk Leather Furniture Conditioner and Cleaner is a non-toxic, all-natural option to keep your leather looking new. This blend of oils and nutrients works to clean the material and keep it well-conditioned. It’ll help expand the furniture’s lifespan too.
Little Green Bissell Multi-Purpose Portable Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner
Pet accidents happen. It’s important to have tools that can clean it up quickly and efficiently. The Little Green Bissell Multi-Purpose Portable Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner is a relatively affordable option for spot cleaning. It combines warm water with Bissell’s specialized cleaning solution to get deep into carpet and upholstery. The cleaner pushes the solution into the fabric and uses powerful suction to pull up embedded particles.
FurryFreshness
FurryFreshness is another tool you can add to your arsenal for pet stain removal. It helps to lift the stain itself as well as isolate the smell. It works on bedding, upholstery, carpet, and any other washable fabrics. It easily manages urine, feces, vomit, blood, and more. It’s also fragrance-free so you don’t need to worry about the odor being temporarily masked by an artificial scent. And to top it all off, it’s non-toxic and environmentally friendly!
