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Household Items that Make Life Easier
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items Things I use around the house to keep things tidy and functional! I like to keep my home clean and instill a sense of calm as soon as I walk in the door. These items help make maintenance easy!
Sections
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Cleaning
Kitchen
Bathroom
Laundry
Organization
Miscellaneous
Cleaning
Cleaning doesn’t have to be a dreaded activity! Use these items to make it quick and efficient 🫧🧽
The spin mop works well to get excess water out so the floor doesn't take as long to dry off!
O-Cedar Mops
This is great for a quick cleanup on wooden floors! Very reliable and affordable way to stay clean. It also detaches to become handheld which is great for getting into corners.
FeatherWeight™ Lightweight Stick Vacuum 2033
Vinegar is so versatile. Add to washing machine when washing towels to keep them soft. Useful for cleaning the kitchen (make sure to dilute with water) as well as getting rid of rusty metal surfaces around the house. Extremely affordable and incredib...
Great Value Distilled White Vinegar, 128 fl oz
I just learned this is supposed to be diluted! Great smell and deters pests
Pine-Sol / All-Purpose Household Cleaners / Hou...
If you have pets, this one's for you! This broom is made to catch all that stubborn fur that loves to hold onto the floor
O-Cedar Pet Pro Broom with Step-On Dustpan
You can't go wrong with a good broom! O'Cedar is one of my favorites and really gets the job done quickly
O-Cedar One Sweep Broom & Step-On Dustpan Set
Great to pickup dust and pet dander!
Swiffer Sweep & Mop Deluxe 2-in-1 Kit
Bissell vacuums are so reliable and they now have a cordless version!
Bissell PowerClean DualBrush 280W Self-Standing Vacuum, 4196K
If you have stubborn stains on a surface, this works wonders!! I’ve used this so many times and it saves so much time and energy
Stardrops The Pink Stuff Miracle Cleaning Paste, 17.6 Oz | Powerful Indoor & Outdoor Cleaning Tough on Stains, Grease & Grime
Works so well on lots of different surfaces!!
Stardrops The Pink Stuff Miracle Cream Cleaner, 16.9 Fl Oz | Mild Abrasive Cleaner, Tough on Stains with sparkling cleaning with minimal effort
I was actually surprised at how well this works! Makes cleaning so easy and it doesn’t need to sit on stains for long
Bar Keepers Friend Soft Cleanser Liquid, 13 oz x 2, Multipurpose Surface Cleaner, Soap Scum & Grease from Stainless Steel & More
Powder version is awesome too!
Bar Keepers Friend Cleanser Powder 21 OZ - Trusted Multi-Purpose Cleaner Since 1882
Kitchen
Air fryers save so much time! Instead of waiting for the oven to preheat for 15 minutes, pop your dish into the air fryer. It's especially useful for those sharing spaces with others!
Air Fryers | Single, Dual & Large - Ninja® Kitchen
Necessity to keep sponges, soap, and brushes organized!
Sponge Holder for Kitchen Sink, with Brush Holder
Rice cookers are such a time-saver. Just rinse your rice, add the correct proportions of rice and water, and let it cook!
Rice Cooker
Food storage is a necessity! Pyrex is reliable when it comes to making it easy to store leftovers
Pyrex Simply Store 5-Pack Large Glass Containers
I didn’t realize you could do so much with an instant pot until I got one! Great for making one pot meals and lowering cooking time
Instant Pot Duo 6 Qt 7-in-1 Electric Cooker
Use this liner to protect the cabinet under the sink! Great in case of any liquid spills and can hold cleaning products
SIKADEER Waterproof Under Sink Mat 34" x 22", Silicone Mat Kitchen liner | BPA-Free Silicone Tray
Love that this dish rack is expandable and designed to drain directly into the sink!
Kitsure Extendable Dish Drying Rack, 19.2"-26.7" L x 12.9" W, Black | Large Dish Rack, Multifunctional Dish Rack for Kitchen Counter, Anti-Rust Dish Drainers with Cutlery & Cup Holders
Literally the best sponge ever! This helps clean pots/pans thoroughly without damaging the surface
Scrub Daddy Color Sponges - Scratch-Free Multipurpose Cleaning Sponge for the Kitchen, Bathroom, and More - BPA-Free Polymer Foam, Multi-Color, 4-Count
Bathroom
I love switching out shower heads to handhelds! They make showering much more thorough and cleaning the shower/tub way easier. Definitely recommend grabbing one
Delta Faucet ProClean Brushed Nickel Shower Head with Handheld, Showerhead with High Pressure Spray, Handheld Shower Head, 6 Spray Settings, SpotShield Brushed Nickel 75740SN
If your bathroom is like mine and doesn't have much storage space, a shower caddy is an essential addition. Store soaps, scrubs, shampoo, conditioner, razors and washcloths in the same unit! Saves a ton of space and decreases clutter in the bathroom
Shower Caddy
Love these to hold cleaning products! I love that it’s tiered and can slide out so it’s easy to grab items.
Under Kitchen Sink Organizer, Metal Pull Out Bathroom Organizers and Storage, 2-Tier Cabinet Organizer Shelf with Sliding Drawer, Home Organization for Kitchen, Laundry, Pantry, White, 2 pack
If you love makeup and skincare, you know all those little bottles can cause clutter really fast. This is great for keeping those items organized and in one area!
Acrylic 5-Tier Makeup & Skincare Organizer for Vanity, Bath
No one likes cleaning the toilet but it’s a necessary evil; this combo works very well!
Clorox Toilet Plunger and Brush Bowl Set
Keep the toilet clean and smelling fresh easily!
Lysol Toilet Bowl Cleaner Clinging Gel, OXI Action, 0% Bleach, 24 oz, 2Pack
Laundry
Great alternative to irons! Steam gets wrinkles out quickly and can be done on clothes that are hanging up
Handheld Clothes Steamers
These are wonderful at helping to keep my clothes soft and drying more evenly. Also super helpful to use if you have a duvet so that it can dry all the way through. Lovely item!
Budieggs XL Wool Dryer Balls 6-Pack NZ Wool
Tide pods make laundry easy! I love added oxiclean it’s great for stain removal!
Tide Odor Defense + Oxi Laundry Detergent Pacs, Original Scent, 45 Count, Advanced Odor + Stain Fighter
If you have sensitive skin this is an alternative, fragrance free pod!
all Unit Dose Laundry Detergent, Mighty Pacs, Free Clear, OXI, 72 Count | Advanced OXI formula, hypoallergenic and gentle, dye- and perfume-free, dermatologist recommended, reduces static
Organization
Shoe racks help create storage space in any entryway or closet!
I prefer to take shoes off at the entrance and keep a shoe rack nearby to maintain organization. Have a pair (or more) of house slippers available to switch over to!
STORAGE MANIAC Expandable 8-Pair Shoe Rack
Recent purchase that I am obsessed with!! This instantly made my closet more organized and easier to access different sets of clothes
caktraie 5 Pack Stackable Foldable Closet Bins
Miscellaneous
As Roddy Rich once said: “don't wear no shoes in my house!”
Having designated house slippers helps to keep floors as clean as possible for longer time periods. Instead of tracking dirt from outside shoes, switch them out for house shoes!
OSTADARRA 6-10 Pairs Non Slip Spa Slippers
Having a tool-kit is essential! Save a trip to the store if furniture or equipment comes without tools for assembly.
Home Tool Kits
Every home should have a first aid kit that you're familiar with. Accidents happen, and it's best to stay prepared!
First Aid Kit
These are useful for reintroducing moisture into the home. This helps with dry airways, irritation, and congestion. Very helpful in cold or dry locations
Levoit Humidifiers for Bedroom, Quiet, 3L Cool Mist, Essential Oil Diffuser
It’s allergy season, and when I tell you I noticed the difference OVERNIGHT I am not exaggerating!
FYI: Air purifiers are helpful for keeping dust, particles, smoke, and pet dander under control. If you have any sensitivities or allergies, this is ...
Levoit Air Purifier
These helped keep me sane this summer. Especially useful to attract those stubborn flies at night!
Zevo Flying Insect Trap for Fruit Flies & Gnats
Ants are common house pests—these baits are extremely effective at getting rid of them
TERRO Liquid Ant Killer Bait Stations, 12-Pack, Indoor Ant Traps, T300B