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Cleaning is necessary for a healthy, happy home, but most people don’t necessarily enjoy it. Fortunately, with a few smart cleaning hacks and the right supplies, tools, and accessories, cleaning your home can be made easier.

Cleaning experts share advice, shortcuts, and strategies to help motivate you to get your chores done and feel less overwhelmed about housework. They have covered just about every specific how-to question, whether it’s about deep-cleaning your kitchen or tackling stubborn stains. They also dish on which cleaning tools, products, and accessories work best for every mess.

Discover cleaning tricks, tips, and hacks, along with expert product recommendations and our personal picks at Well+Good.

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Get Your Shopping Carts Ready—QVC’s Biggest Sale of the Year Is Happening This Weekend, and You Can Score Deals on Never-Discounted Brands
October 30, 2023
Get Your Shopping Carts Ready—QVC’s Biggest Sale of the Year Is Happening This Weekend, and You Can Score Deals on Never-Discounted Brands
Calling all savvy shoppers: QVC's biggest sale of the year, Nonstop Holiday Party, runs this…
By Well+Good Editors
It’s Almost Time To Pull Out Your Cozy Blankets Again—Here’s How To Wash Them and How Often To Do It
September 17, 2023
It’s Almost Time To Pull Out Your Cozy Blankets Again—Here’s How To Wash Them and How Often To Do It
When the faintest breeze starts to cool the air and a night out requires a…
By Helen Carefoot
Your Laptop Is Filthy—Here’s How To Clean It, According to a Microbiologist and Cleaning Expert
September 05, 2023
Your Laptop Is Filthy—Here’s How To Clean It, According to a Microbiologist and Cleaning Expert
I don’t want to be graphic, but—my laptop has seen some things. I’ve schlepped my…
By Kells McPhillips
‘I’m a Housekeeping Expert With 35 Years of Experience and These Are the Vacuum Cleaners I Recommend All My Clients Buy’
August 19, 2023
‘I’m a Housekeeping Expert With 35 Years of Experience and These Are the Vacuum Cleaners I Recommend All My Clients Buy’
As easy as vacuuming sounds in theory, actually removing dust from your home via suction…
By Helen Carefoot
I Tested Dyson's Newest, Most Powerful Cordless Vacuum on the Market—My Floors Have Never Been Cleaner
August 19, 2023
I Tested Dyson's Newest, Most Powerful Cordless Vacuum on the Market—My Floors Have Never Been Cleaner
If you've read my articles here at Well+Good before (hi Mom and Dad), then you…
By Gina Vaynshteyn
10 Genius Cleaning Tools To Help Tidy Your Home in Half the Time
August 19, 2023
10 Genius Cleaning Tools To Help Tidy Your Home in Half the Time
With back-to-school season fast approaching, we're finding ourselves dreaming about crunchy brown leaves and pumpkin…
By Rebecca Norris
Dog Owners Swear by This Dyson Cordless Vacuum—And It’s on Sale for $100 Off Right Now
August 14, 2023
Dog Owners Swear by This Dyson Cordless Vacuum—And It’s on Sale for $100 Off Right Now
If you have pets, you know how utterly frustrating vacuuming can be when you don’t…
By Jessie Quinn
‘Junebugging’ Is the Psychologist-Approved Trick That Will Help You Keep Your House in Order—No Matter How Much You Struggle With Cleaning
August 14, 2023
‘Junebugging’ Is the Psychologist-Approved Trick That Will Help You Keep Your House in Order—No Matter How Much You Struggle With Cleaning
If you've ever had trouble finishing your household chores or organizing tasks, you know how…
By Helen Carefoot
How To Clean Pillows, Keep Them From Yellowing, and Freshen 'Em Up for Comfier Summer Sleeping
August 05, 2023
How To Clean Pillows, Keep Them From Yellowing, and Freshen 'Em Up for Comfier Summer Sleeping
In the summertime, you’re likely looking for a slightly different (read: cooler) bed experience than…
By Helen Carefoot
Home Remedies for Allergies To Stop Sneezing and Itchy Eyes in Their Tracks
July 10, 2023
Home Remedies for Allergies To Stop Sneezing and Itchy Eyes in Their Tracks
Once upon a time, I was the only member of my family who wasn’t plagued…
By Rebecca Norris
To Begin Living Plastic-Free, Drew Barrymore Recommends Starting Small and Letting It Snowball
June 21, 2023
To Begin Living Plastic-Free, Drew Barrymore Recommends Starting Small and Letting It Snowball
Drew Barrymore didn't totally give up plastic overnight, and doesn't think you should, either. When…
By Francesca Krempa
Why You Should Always Clean Your Grill With a Potato
May 26, 2023
Why You Should Always Clean Your Grill With a Potato
Grilling is a fun, delicious, and healthy way to prepare all sorts of meals, but…
By Rebecca Norris
Why You Should Always Clean Your Grill With an Onion
May 24, 2023
Why You Should Always Clean Your Grill With an Onion
The food hack you're sure to use over and over again this summer is cleaning…
By Francesca Krempa
Why the Low-Lift ‘Hollywood Clean’ Can Work Wonders for Your Mental Health
May 11, 2023
Why the Low-Lift ‘Hollywood Clean’ Can Work Wonders for Your Mental Health
If you've ever breathed a sigh of relief upon walking into a clean home or…
By Helen Carefoot
I’ve Had a 'Hypoallergenic' Dog for 5 Years, and Just Found Out I’m Highly Allergic to Him—Here’s How I’m Managing It
May 11, 2023
I’ve Had a 'Hypoallergenic' Dog for 5 Years, and Just Found Out I’m Highly Allergic to Him—Here’s How I’m Managing It
After years of keeping my allergies under control, last year they seemed to return with…
By Dory Zayas
This Cordless Vacuum-Mop Hybrid Genuinely Blew My Mind at How Easily It Cleaned My Dirt and Dog Hair
May 09, 2023
This Cordless Vacuum-Mop Hybrid Genuinely Blew My Mind at How Easily It Cleaned My Dirt and Dog Hair
As a person who spends a lot of time online, I don't understand how people…
By Gina Vaynshteyn
Your Kitchen Sink Is Filthier Than a Toilet Seat—Here's How To Clean and Disinfect It Properly
May 08, 2023
Your Kitchen Sink Is Filthier Than a Toilet Seat—Here's How To Clean and Disinfect It Properly
There are a lot of things dirtier than a toilet seat, like car seat belts…
By Danielle Calma
'I Manage a Vintage Furniture Store, and This Is How I Deal With Dust and Dirt'
May 08, 2023
'I Manage a Vintage Furniture Store, and This Is How I Deal With Dust and Dirt'
If you're into spring cleaning, there's a good chance you've made some sort of plan…
By Helen Carefoot
‘I’ve Been Cleaning Houses Professionally for Over 20 Years, and These Are the Filthiest Spots in Your Home'
May 03, 2023
‘I’ve Been Cleaning Houses Professionally for Over 20 Years, and These Are the Filthiest Spots in Your Home'
You clean your kitchen surfaces and bathroom floors, but when was the last time you…
By Danielle Calma
Watch in Action as This $7 Water-Based Fabric Cleaner With 51,000 Five-Star Ratings on Amazon Makes Red Wine Stains Disappear
April 27, 2023
Watch in Action as This $7 Water-Based Fabric Cleaner With 51,000 Five-Star Ratings on Amazon Makes Red Wine Stains Disappear
There's no combination more disastrous than a glass of red wine and white carpet. But…
By Kayla Hui
Giving Your Houseplants a 'Spring Clean' Will Boost Their Growth—Here's How To Do It
April 27, 2023
Giving Your Houseplants a 'Spring Clean' Will Boost Their Growth—Here's How To Do It
Springtime is the unofficial season of cleaning all the things—your living space, finances, and even…
By Jessica Estrada
The Photos of My Tub Before and After I Cleaned It With This $15 Mold Remover Are So Grossly Satisfying
April 24, 2023
The Photos of My Tub Before and After I Cleaned It With This $15 Mold Remover Are So Grossly Satisfying
Cleaning is one of the best and most annoying adult tasks. On one hand, nothing…
By Jessie Quinn
Your Bathroom Is a High Bacteria Zone—Here's How Often To Clean the Floors
April 21, 2023
Your Bathroom Is a High Bacteria Zone—Here's How Often To Clean the Floors
Thanks to all the wet activities and bodily functions that happen in your bathroom, chances…
By Helen Carefoot
'I’m a Professional Cleaner, and You Can Skip These 5 Products That Aren’t Worth the Investment'
April 08, 2023
'I’m a Professional Cleaner, and You Can Skip These 5 Products That Aren’t Worth the Investment'
Before TikTok, I was a minimalist when it came to purchasing cleaning supplies. A multi-surface…
By Annita Katee
I'm Truly Shocked by How Well This $30 Leather Recoloring Balm Hides 2 Years of Dog Scratches on My Couch
April 06, 2023
I'm Truly Shocked by How Well This $30 Leather Recoloring Balm Hides 2 Years of Dog Scratches on My Couch
The thing about having dogs is that you must be at peace with them destroying…
By Gina Vaynshteyn
Here's the No. 1 Cleaning Mistake an Allergist and Professional Cleaner See People Make During Allergy Season
March 31, 2023
Here's the No. 1 Cleaning Mistake an Allergist and Professional Cleaner See People Make During Allergy Season
If you've seen The Devil Wears Prada, you know the scene where the entire office…
By Han Schneider
Found: A Sustainable Hand Soap That Leaves Skin Feeling Like You Applied Lotion
March 30, 2023
Found: A Sustainable Hand Soap That Leaves Skin Feeling Like You Applied Lotion
Rewind to New Year’s day 2020…My resolution for that year was to reduce my consumption…
By Emily Popp
You Should Be Cleaning Your Sex Toys After Every Use—Here Are 11 Cleaners That Experts Recommend
March 25, 2023
You Should Be Cleaning Your Sex Toys After Every Use—Here Are 11 Cleaners That Experts Recommend
Experts can’t stress enough that you should be cleaning your sex toys before using them…
By Natalie Arroyo Camacho
Why You Should Bake Your Wool Sweater in the Oven Before You Wear It
March 16, 2023
Why You Should Bake Your Wool Sweater in the Oven Before You Wear It
Of all the things you can do with an oven—make chocolate chip cookies, roast veggies,…
By Danielle Calma
How To Wash Towels Correctly—Because We’re Definitely All Making the Same Mistake
March 06, 2023
How To Wash Towels Correctly—Because We’re Definitely All Making the Same Mistake
It is a common laundry mistake to think that more is better when washing towels.…
By Danielle Calma
5 Things an Infectious Disease Doctor Wishes Everyone Would Do To Stop the Spread of Illness in Their Home
March 03, 2023
5 Things an Infectious Disease Doctor Wishes Everyone Would Do To Stop the Spread of Illness in Their Home
If you live with other people in an apartment or a house, winter can be…
By Han Schneider
Yes, It Is Possible To Get Away With Not *Always* Washing Your Clothes Between Workouts. Here’s How
February 17, 2023
Yes, It Is Possible To Get Away With Not *Always* Washing Your Clothes Between Workouts. Here’s How
If your new year’s movement goals have turned into a bona fide routine, you might…
By Rachel Kraus
‘I'm a Cleaning Expert, and These Are the Most Consistently Dusty Spots in a Home’
January 24, 2023
‘I'm a Cleaning Expert, and These Are the Most Consistently Dusty Spots in a Home’
The unfortunate reality that is "out of sight, out of mind" might just be the…
By Erica Sloan
How To Avoid Disposable Products in Your Kitchen During Your Cooking and Cleaning Routine
January 21, 2023
How To Avoid Disposable Products in Your Kitchen During Your Cooking and Cleaning Routine
Do a quick scan throughout your kitchen and there’s a 99.9 percent chance you’ll spot…
By Tehrene Firman
You’re Probably Not Washing Your Tub Thoroughly—This Viral Electric Scrubber Will Make Sure It’s Squeaky Clean at All Times
January 16, 2023
You’re Probably Not Washing Your Tub Thoroughly—This Viral Electric Scrubber Will Make Sure It’s Squeaky Clean at All Times
Ask people what their least favorite chore is, and you're likely to find that cleaning…
By Kayla Hui
We Tested and Compared the 2 Most Popular Non-Toxic Cleaning Brands for 3 Months—These Are the Products Worth Your Attention
January 16, 2023
We Tested and Compared the 2 Most Popular Non-Toxic Cleaning Brands for 3 Months—These Are the Products Worth Your Attention
From our beauty routines to our closets, it’s finally starting to feel like everything around…
By Alexa Casanova
I Tried the One-Hour Cleaning Method To Make Tidying Up Less Overwhelming
January 15, 2023
I Tried the One-Hour Cleaning Method To Make Tidying Up Less Overwhelming
Roughly nine million adults in the United States alone have attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and as…
By Amelia McBride
Do 'Eco-Friendly' Laundry Detergent Sheets Actually Work? This Is What Experts Say
January 05, 2023
Do 'Eco-Friendly' Laundry Detergent Sheets Actually Work? This Is What Experts Say
Laundry detergent products—necessary as they are to clean clothes and keep them fresh—often carry an…
By Danielle Calma
Why You Should Always Put a Used Book in the Freezer Before Reading It
January 03, 2023
Why You Should Always Put a Used Book in the Freezer Before Reading It
Much like shopping for secondhand clothes, buying old books at stoop sales, online, or at…
By Danielle Calma
You're Cleaning Your Dryer Filter, but Have You Cleaned Your (Probably Smelly and Very Dirty) Washing Machine Filter?
December 11, 2022
You're Cleaning Your Dryer Filter, but Have You Cleaned Your (Probably Smelly and Very Dirty) Washing Machine Filter?
It may seem counterintuitive to wash a washing machine—doesn’t it just get cleaned every time…
By Annita Katee
How To Clean Up Dog and Cat Vomit From Your Carpet in 5 Easy Steps
December 05, 2022
How To Clean Up Dog and Cat Vomit From Your Carpet in 5 Easy Steps
Cleaning up dog or cat vomit is unpleasant enough, but the task is made all…
By Danielle Calma
I Finally Tried Courteney Cox's Cleaning Line, Homecourt—These Are My Honest Thoughts
November 06, 2022
I Finally Tried Courteney Cox's Cleaning Line, Homecourt—These Are My Honest Thoughts
When I first heard about Courteney Cox’s new line of cleaning products, I was intrigued.…
By Taylor Bell
8 Laundry Mistakes a Professional Launderer Is Begging You To Stop Making
November 06, 2022
8 Laundry Mistakes a Professional Launderer Is Begging You To Stop Making
Doing laundry is my least favorite chore. Every few weeks I find myself dragging my…
By Annita Katee
How To Properly Clean Your TV Screen Without Damaging It
October 19, 2022
How To Properly Clean Your TV Screen Without Damaging It
Have you ever been cozied up on the couch or in bed, streaming your favorite…
By Rebecca Norris
All the Vacuums Deals That Rival Black Friday Sales During October Prime Day—Including Dyson, Bissell, and More
October 11, 2022
All the Vacuums Deals That Rival Black Friday Sales During October Prime Day—Including Dyson, Bissell, and More
While Prime Day has long passed, Amazon felt that the world could use a little…
By Rebecca Norris
How To Keep Your Home Sparkling Clean With Minimal Effort
September 22, 2022
How To Keep Your Home Sparkling Clean With Minimal Effort
Maintaining a tidy home feels like a fantasy for some people. The problem is the…
By Tehrene Firman
How To Get Rid of Cockroaches in Your Home for Good, According to an Entomologist
September 05, 2022
How To Get Rid of Cockroaches in Your Home for Good, According to an Entomologist
There are over 200 species of cockroaches in the United States, but only a handful…
By Kayla Hui
How To Get Rid of Ants in Your Home for Good, According to an Entomologist
August 16, 2022
How To Get Rid of Ants in Your Home for Good, According to an Entomologist
It’s a common—and often overlooked—occurrence to see an ant in your home. It’s even ordinary…
By Rebecca Norris
Why You Should Always Clean Your Grill With a Potato
July 28, 2022
Why You Should Always Clean Your Grill With a Potato
Grilling is a fun, delicious, and healthy way to prepare all sorts of meals, but…
By Rebecca Norris
FYI: Dyson's Got Some of the Lowest Prices on Vacuums We've Ever Seen This 4th of July Weekend
July 01, 2022
FYI: Dyson's Got Some of the Lowest Prices on Vacuums We've Ever Seen This 4th of July Weekend
Dyson—the brand that was a boring-but-techie vacuum company in the '90s when many of us…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
How To Oil and Maintain Wooden Cutting Boards for a Decade or More
June 17, 2022
How To Oil and Maintain Wooden Cutting Boards for a Decade or More
Your kitchen isn't complete without investing in great cutting board to go with your chef's…
By Jihan Basyah
Meet the Ridiculously Gorgeous Vacuum That Empties Itself, So You Don't Have To
June 14, 2022
Meet the Ridiculously Gorgeous Vacuum That Empties Itself, So You Don't Have To
Top the list of home chores you're likely to put off because it's just not…
By Francesca Krempa
How To Clean Your Filthy Showerhead in 5 Easy Steps
June 13, 2022
How To Clean Your Filthy Showerhead in 5 Easy Steps
Cleaning your showerhead might not be on your to-do list, but there's good reason to…
By Isadora Baum
How To Properly Clean Your Toaster Inside and Out
June 09, 2022
How To Properly Clean Your Toaster Inside and Out
It’s easy to remember the basics when cleaning the kitchen, such as wiping down countertops,…
By Isadora Baum
Experts Say These 4 Products Will Help Get Stubborn Sweat Lines Out of Your Favorite Baseball Hats in a Jiffy
June 01, 2022
Experts Say These 4 Products Will Help Get Stubborn Sweat Lines Out of Your Favorite Baseball Hats in a Jiffy
If you’re someone who puts on a baseball hat before every workout or outdoor adventure,…
By Rebecca Norris
This Is the Laundry Detergent an Equestrian Living on a Horse Farm Uses To Ensure Her Clothes Are Always Clean and Smell Fresh
May 20, 2022
This Is the Laundry Detergent an Equestrian Living on a Horse Farm Uses To Ensure Her Clothes Are Always Clean and Smell Fresh
While there are truly no bounds to what your body can do (people run marathons,…
By Kells McPhillips
How To Clean Marble Countertops Carefully and Thoroughly Without Harsh Chemicals
May 05, 2022
How To Clean Marble Countertops Carefully and Thoroughly Without Harsh Chemicals
While many renters and hopeful home owners pay special attention to the surfaces in an…
By Rebecca Norris
I’ve Been Using Grove Co. To Source All of My Cleaning Supplies for Over a Year, and Now I Can’t Live Without It
May 04, 2022
I’ve Been Using Grove Co. To Source All of My Cleaning Supplies for Over a Year, and Now I Can’t Live Without It
Cleaning is my meditation. I love blasting music, throwing on my rubber gloves, and making…
By Kara Jillian Brown
How To Clean Your Microwave Properly—And Keep It That Way
April 28, 2022
How To Clean Your Microwave Properly—And Keep It That Way
Even if you love cooking, you might find yourself side-stepping pots and pans, stovetops and…
By Rebecca Norris
How To Clean Your Glasses Without a Streak in Sight
April 27, 2022
How To Clean Your Glasses Without a Streak in Sight
Peering out at the world through smeared, greasy lenses is no way to live your…
By Kells McPhillips
This $30 Mop Kit Is the Reason Why I Don't Feel Embarrassed About My Floors Anymore (and It Helps Cut Down Waste)
April 17, 2022
This $30 Mop Kit Is the Reason Why I Don't Feel Embarrassed About My Floors Anymore (and It Helps Cut Down Waste)
Confession time: Up until a few months ago, I was using an old Swiffer from…
By Gina Vaynshteyn
Why You Shouldn't Wait Until Spring To Clean Your Home—And the All Season Cleaning List You Need To Keep It Tidy Year-Round
April 12, 2022
Why You Shouldn't Wait Until Spring To Clean Your Home—And the All Season Cleaning List You Need To Keep It Tidy Year-Round
Many people anticipate to the made-up annual event known as "spring cleaning" as a time…
By Rebecca Norris
How To Clean Your Windows Without a Streak in Sight
March 31, 2022
How To Clean Your Windows Without a Streak in Sight
You've dusted the house, changed your sheets, and finally disinfected the filthiest spot in your kitchen. Now,…
By Kells McPhillips
10 Genius Cleaning Tools To Help You Clean Your Place in Half the Time
March 30, 2022
10 Genius Cleaning Tools To Help You Clean Your Place in Half the Time
Now that spring has officially sprung, your mind is likely whirring with all the possibilities…
By Rebecca Norris
How Often Should You Wash Your Bathroom Hand Towels? A Microbiologist and Cleaning Pro Weigh In
March 26, 2022
How Often Should You Wash Your Bathroom Hand Towels? A Microbiologist and Cleaning Pro Weigh In
At first blush, it might seem easy to justify rarely washing your bathroom hand towels.…
By Erica Sloan
How To Wash Sneakers So They Look Brand-New: Tips for Machine & Hand Washing
March 08, 2022
How To Wash Sneakers So They Look Brand-New: Tips for Machine & Hand Washing
Keeping a pair sneakers clean is no easy task. And if you're not sure how…
By Tehrene Firman
You Should Be Washing Your Duvet Cover at Least Every Other Week—Yes, Even if You Use a Top Sheet
March 06, 2022
You Should Be Washing Your Duvet Cover at Least Every Other Week—Yes, Even if You Use a Top Sheet
My personal hell is reassembling my bed after washing my bedding—especially putting my duvet cover…
By Allie Flinn
Oven Cleaning Hacks That Truly Work, According to an Expert
February 27, 2022
Oven Cleaning Hacks That Truly Work, According to an Expert
Although we may not always feel like full-fledged adults (and hey, many people never do!),…
By Rebecca Norris
Keeping Your Home Clutter-Free Is Easier Than You Might Think—If You Use This Expert’s Go-To Tip for Elevating Your Cleaning Routine
December 27, 2021
Keeping Your Home Clutter-Free Is Easier Than You Might Think—If You Use This Expert’s Go-To Tip for Elevating Your Cleaning Routine
Let’s be honest: Maintaining a clutter-free home can feel overwhelming. Add kids into the mix,…
By Well+Good Editors
The 5 Best Compact Washer-Dryer Combo Units for Small Spaces
December 21, 2021
The 5 Best Compact Washer-Dryer Combo Units for Small Spaces
If you live in an apartment with little space or if you live in a…
By Rebecca Norris
Out of All the Places in Your Kitchen, You're Probably Forgetting To Clean This One Spot
December 05, 2021
Out of All the Places in Your Kitchen, You're Probably Forgetting To Clean This One Spot
Nothing strikes fear into the hearts of home chefs quite like the absolute mess that…
By Brenna Holland
How Often Should You Wash Your Pajamas? Experts Weigh In
November 21, 2021
How Often Should You Wash Your Pajamas? Experts Weigh In
If you've found yourself seeking reassurance re: your laundry habits, welcome! Many of us have…
By Allie Flinn
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