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My Go-To Cleaning Kit: Simple, Cheap, and Actually Works
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By
Megan Walker
This is the kit I actually use for move-in/move out cleans, no fancy stuff. Just baking soda, and vinegar and dawn solutions that work great.
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My go-to cleaning solutions
Tools
My go-to cleaning solutions
Dawn solution — a few drops of Dawn in warm water. Great for cutting grease in kitchens and wiping down surfaces.
Dawn dish soap
Vinegar solution — about equal parts white vinegar and water in a spray bottle. Good for glass, faucets, and hard-water spots.
Natural Distilled White Vinegar, 1 Gallon (128 oz)
Baking soda paste — baking soda mixed with just enough water to make a paste. Good for scrubbing sinks, tubs, and grout.
Pure Baking Soda Box
for bathrooms and kitchens where I want an antibacterial clean, used as the label says.
Antibacterial cleaner
for windows and glass, a little on a cloth for a clear finish.
Rubbing alcohol
Tools
Microfiber cloths — clean well, don't leave lint, and can be washed and reused.
USANOOKS Microfiber Cleaning Cloth Grey - 12 Pcs
Scrub brush and a small detail brush — for tubs, grout, and tight spots a cloth can't reach.
All Purpose Scrub Brush
Mop — for kitchen and bathroom floors after sweeping.
O-Cedar EasyWring Microfiber Spin Mop
Broom and dustpan — a quick sweep before mopping makes a big difference.
Ivandar Broom and Dustpan Set for Home, Dust pan
Great for windows, shower glass doors,
Stainless Steel Shower Squeegee with Hooks
Rubber gloves — protects your hands all day, especially on deep cleans.
Rubber Kitchen Dishwashing Gloves
Trash bags — for emptying small cans and hauling out what you pick up.
Hefty Ultra Strong 13 Gal Tall Kitchen Trash Bags
Supply tote or caddy — keeps everything together so you're not making extra trips to the car.
Cleaning Caddy with Handle - Organizer Bucket
for scuff marks and stubborn spots, test a small spot first.
Magic eraser
for my vinegar and Dawn mixes.
Spray bottles
for scrubbing toilets on bathroom cleans.
Toilet brush
for high shelves, ceiling fans, and vents.
Extendable duster
for grout, faucets, and tight spots a cloth can't reach.
Detail brush
