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We hope you love our recommendations! While every product is independently chosen by our editors, BuzzFeed and our publishing partners may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. You can read more about how our affiliate partnerships work in our Editorial Standards & Ethics Guide. Now that you’ve come out of winter hibernation, it’s time to get your home in order. I’m the Home and Garden Editor at BuzzFeed, where I write articles that connect readers with the products, ideas, and trends that help make a house feel like home. Life is hard enough, okay? So let's not make cleaning *and* organizing more difficult than it has to be. These Amazon must-haves will have your home looking fantastic and smelling amazing in no time. From a floor steamer to vacuum storage bags, there's a solution to every problem on this list. Promising review: "My 3-year-old recently decided to channel his inner Van Gogh on our stairwell wall, and red crayon was EVERYWHERE. I tried every possible cleaning solution, and nothing was getting it off. I heard about the Pink Stuff on TikTok and decided it was worth a shot. This stuff is a miracle worker! With a sponge and some elbow grease, I was able to remove all the crayon within 10 minutes. There’s absolutely no trace of the crayon left, and it didn’t ruin my paint! One thing to note — it seems to work better on certain colors than others. I recently used it to try and remove blue crayon from our white art table, and while it got most of the blue off, there’s definitely still a faint stain where the crayon used to be. But hey, it’s worlds better than before!" —Casey Blaine Promising review: "Bought these storage bags two weeks ago to pack my winter clothes for summer, and they did the job perfectly. They are large and sturdy. I like its five-hook design. I can store five women's jackets or four big men's jackets in ONE bag. The long bags also fit my dresses. The biggest reason I bought these bags is that I do not need to fold my seasonal clothes; just hang, zip, vacuum, done! Super convenient. Extremely happy with this space bags. I will definitely order more!" —Jia Yan Get a four-pack from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in four colors and a six-pack). Promising review: "I absolutely LOVE these! They fit WAY more than they say they do. I fit my whole linen closet in three bags. And all five of my family's jackets and sweaters in three bags. Regular bags or boxes would have taken up way more space. I wish I had bought these years ago." —Ashley Get a set of six jumbo bags from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in small, medium, large, and jumbo sizes). Promising review: "Love this steam cleaner! I have used it for so many things, and it’s still going strong. It comes with so many helpful attachments and a manual for each one, which is great. It heats up fast, and the steam pressure is great. It has wheels and a handle, making it really easy to move around the house. It’s small but lasts for a long time. The safety instructions on it are clear and simple, making it easy to feel safe while using it" —Zach Ruiz Promising review: "I didn’t realize how chaotic my shower had become until I installed these. First off, I love that it comes with multiple sizes — big ones for shampoo and body wash, smaller ones for soap, razors, and all the random bottles that usually live on the floor judging you. The adhesive installation is so easy. No drilling, no tools, no 'oops, I hit a pipe.' Stick them on, wait the recommended time, and they’re not going anywhere. These things feel solid and hold way more weight than I expected. If your shower looks like a bottle graveyard, do yourself a favor. Highly recommend." —Zach Get it from Amazon for $18.97+ (available in 10 colors). A quick note on how to properly use this: 1) Knead the cleaning gel into a ball. 2) Press the cleaning gel slowly into the keyboard, car vent, or any rugged surface until the cleaning gel touches the bottom. 3) Pull it out. You don't need to let it sit for any period of time; once it makes contact, the dust should come off with the gel. Promising review: "I purchased this product to clean those little spaces in my car filled with random crumbs from my husband and dog hair, and it works amazingly. Picked up everything and didn’t leave a residue. The lemon scent was faint and didn’t overpower the vehicle while I was cleaning it. But this definitely got in all the little nooks and crannies." —Kimberly Promising review: "Great storage cubes for my nursery shelves. I can see what’s in them easily. Sturdy and cute." —Morgan "Been using these for almost two years now! They’re very durable and stable. Our shelves are not very deep, so we needed an option that was shallower. Great product!" —isabella Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in four colors and five sizes). Promising review: "Releases all the built-up fabric softener scum! Have not used a washing machine cleaner tablet like this before and, wow! Really helped release all the interior built-up fabric softener scum! I did two wash cycles in a row due to it being the first time. Photo [editor's note: yes, that's the photo above] is just a few minutes into the second cycle." —Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $19.95+ (available in quantities of 24, 48, and 96). Promising review: "I have a small kitchen, and these shelves have created a ton of space for my apples, potatoes, and other fresh produce that would otherwise have been taking up valuable space on my countertop or in my refrigerator. I was able to store about five pounds of apples, five pounds of potatoes, and seven bananas on one shelf, and there was not even the slightest sign of movement. The magnet is very strong, and the shelf can easily be moved if necessary once put together. The hooks are great for bananas!" —Micah T. Get it from Amazon for $18.98+ (available in two sizes and six colors and packs of two). Promising review: "This product works — see the change in our bathroom floor as shown in the attached picture, with the number of applications indicated within each sub-picture. It took us three applications to fully clean up our shower! We sprayed this product after showering, while the floor was still wet, and then waited 24 hours to clean up the residues. One cannot expect immediate results (i.e., within a few hours). Rather, a clean floor takes many days. Your patience will be rewarded, though!" —J.B. Get it from Amazon for $20.98+ (available in two scents). Promising review: "This broom holder is a really useful and simple solution for keeping cleaning tools organized and off the floor. It holds mops, brooms, and other tools securely with the grip slots, and the extra hooks are great for smaller items. It saves space and makes everything easy to access, especially in closets or garages. Installation is straightforward, and once mounted, it keeps everything in place without slipping. It’s one of those small upgrades that actually makes a noticeable difference in keeping things neat and organized." —HTK Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in four colors). Promising review: "Easy to use and easy to clean out hair. I was amazed at how much cat hair was lying around, especially on the rug. I'm very happy with this product, it's so effective at trapping pet hair. I have feral cats coming in and out, I did not realize how much I needed this!" —LH Get it from Amazon for $18.49+ (available in four colors). Promising review: "I have a 1940s house, therefore 1940s tiny closets, and I need to get creative in my space organization. This thing was just what I needed to store sweaters on top and hang all other tops on the bottom. My closet has some space on both sides that’s just half-filled now, and used to be filled to the brim, barely able to move the hangers. This storage solution makes displaying the sweaters nicer than in my dresser drawers. All in all, one of my favorite purchases from Amazon." —BobbyL Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in four colors and two sizes). Check out a TikTok of the foaming pink drain cleaner in action. Promising review: "Wow! I don't think I've ever been more excited to use a cleaning product before. Who knew you could get so much satisfaction from a drain cleaner? I could probably make an ASMR video and post it, as it is that satisfying! Even though I had to angle this over my sink drain to avoid the low faucet, it worked perfectly. The foam went down the drain and up through the overflow, bringing lots of black, yucky gunk with it. I have used lots of drain cleaners before, but not one that actually came up through the overflow. I'd never even considered what stuff was in there. It did a great job of cleaning everything out, and it left the sink smelling fresh and clean as well." —Amazon Customer Promising review: "Love this basket! It’s roomy, sturdy, and looks great in my living room. Holds multiple blankets or pillows, but also works perfectly as a laundry hamper or toy chest. The cotton rope is thick yet soft, and the neutral design fits anywhere. It arrives folded, but shapes up quickly once filled. Pretty + practical = perfect buy!" —Larissa Get it from Amazon for $27.98+ (available in 22 colors). Maitland also owns these and loves 'em: "I bought a pack of these and love dusting with them! All the dust sticks right on, so you don't end up breathing in all the dust you just tried removing. It's great for baseboards, too!" Promising review: "I rarely review products, but this little sponge literally changed my life! It picks up EVERYthing in one swipe! Hard water marks on your bathroom mirror, no problem! Hair clippings on your sink and counter, one swipe and they are gone! Dusty blinds? Swoosh, swoosh, swipe! And ala-presto ka-bam, like magic, they are perfect and dust-free! I just need one of these for my floors! I love, love, love how the sponge picks up everything, and with a little running water, all the dust, hair, muck, and guck just rinsed away! This will not disappoint! Thank you!" —DayDreamer Get a four-pack from Amazon for $9.99 (available in six color packs and packs of two, four, and eight). Promising review: "These 12x12 hyacinth baskets are stylish and sturdy, with a beautiful natural woven look. They fit perfectly in my cube shelving and are great for organizing blankets, toys, shoes, or everyday items while still looking decorative." —Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $54.99+ (available in three sizes and six colors). When I say this is the most used cleaning tool in my house, I mean it. We have two small children, and one's a toddler who's still learning how to feed himself. Meals get MESSY. Several times a day, we need to clean around our dining table, and this is our go-to tool for sweeping up all the crumbs and other grossness that ends up on the floor. The teeth on the dustpan mean the broom bristles stay super clean, which means even the smallest piece of dirt (a good example is hair) still gets picked up and pushed into the dustpan. I LOVE this set! Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in six colors). Promising review: "First of all… this was the easiest thing I’ve ever put together. It took a few minutes to assemble. Secondly, it is awesome… I’ve had numerous friends want the info on where I’ve bought it. We are in the process of remodeling a closet, so we are planning to build shelves around it. But in the meantime, it’s going in my office as a plant and bookshelf. My mother is planning to purchase one for her pantry in her kitchen. So well worth the money." —lauren Get it from Amazon for $109.98+ (available in four sizes and colors). Promising review: "I use a fresh cloth every day. Dishes, counters, cabinets, and appliances are easily cleaned with these. Pretty colors and a nice, substantial feel. Reasonable price for excellent quality." —Joy T. "A good all-purpose towel. The split fibers make it ideal for cleaning; it leaves no residue behind. Also good for cleaning edges of sneakers." —J. Green Each hammock comes with LED star lights and a setup kit complete with three hooks and anchors. TidyTeds is a family-owned small business founded by a mom in need of an attractive storage solution for her son's overflowing toy collection. Promising review: "SO cute, SO high quality. My partner and I own a lot of stuffed animals. They were taking over the entire house. Stuffies EVERYWHERE! I was not expecting this to be so beautiful and sturdy in person, and I couldn’t be happier! I love that it came with a string light and star stickers, too. Absolutely precious. I don’t have kids, but I’m a kid at heart, and this was everything I could hope for! It saves us so much room, and it looks so nice! It’s high-quality, thick material. I love that it comes in my favorite shade of gray, and it holds a stupendous amount of plushies with no issues." —Skye Get it from Amazon for $35.95 (available in seven colors). Promising review: "Moved into a new rental with a washer and dryer, and the washer door had some mildew on the seals. This worked like magic. Will def add to cleaning routine. Strong and easy to use. Gel stays where you add it." —Amanda Rodriguez One reviewer smartly uses it to organize hockey sticks. Fourth Wall Solutions is a small business in Missouri that makes fishing rod holders for garage doors. Promising review: "What a great idea that works perfectly. I needed a place to store several fishing rods/reels. I didn't have any available wall space, so I tried this garage door rack, and it was exactly what I needed. Installation couldn't have been easier, and there is no impact when opening/closing the garage door. Now I can keep my 12-foot rod assembled when not in use. I am currently storing 4 rods (6'–12' length) and reels (1000–5000 size)." —Billy Notts Promising review: "Wow! This stuff is great. My sprinklers are on well water (which has a ton of minerals in it). When the sprinklers are on and the wind blows, I end up with hard water spots on my house windows....the spots will not come off with any regular window cleaner. I bought this stuff hoping it would clean the hard water spots off my windows, and it did not disappoint. I just put a dollop on a wet paper towel, rubbed the window, and with very little effort, I could feel the spots dissolving as I wiped in circular motions. This stuff smells great, too! Highly recommend for water spots on glass!" —SoCalShopper My colleague Mallory Mower has this and loves it: "I use this in my kitchen! I have to admit...it hasn't exaaactly helped with organization. What it *has* done is created a neat and orderly spot for my utensils...opening up a ton of extra drawer space for my unruly stash of pens, bouillon cubes, drink flavor packets, and the like. Long story short — I recommend this for tidy and messy folks alike!" Promising review: "We were short on storage and drawer space, and this worked perfectly for our tiny drawer!" —Angela McMichael Promising review: "My husband has a ton of work pants and jeans. They are too bulky to just fold and put in a dresser. I came across these hangers and figured we would give it a shot. We love them! Helps your closet look very organized! The slip resistance is a PLUS! The cheap plastic hangers didn’t hold his pants well and always slipped off, but not these!! Easy to remove and place your pants or shorts on! Quality is perfect for the price! Don’t second-guess your decision and add to cart now!" —Grace Get a 20-pack from Amazon for $11.10+ (available in four colors, also available in packs of 30 and 50). Promising review: "These have been such a huge space saver in our game closet. We put our games in these and got rid of the tattered and broken cardboard boxes. They close tight so when we grab a game everything doesn’t fall out. Our kids can quickly see the pieces and read the label to grab a game to play out of the closet. We love these!" —Tawny Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in three sizes). The handle can even help unscrew your vacuum faceplate for easy access. Reviewers also use it to detangle hairbrushes. Promising review: "I bought this to clean the hair from a small round hair brush. The bristles are staggered as opposed to in a row, so I thought cleaning it would be a challenge. I was pleasantly surprised by how this simple tool effectively removed the hair from the brush. It looks brand new now! I'm a 'gadget girl' and this definitely ranks among my top 10 favorites :)" —Farmer Judy Promising review: "I love these containers so much. My pantry looks so organized. They come in all sizes and are very sturdy. The lid is neither too tight nor too loose, and the snack stored inside stays so fresh with its very nice, airtight mechanism. Love the idea of stacking, which saves a lot of space in the pantry. Can’t wait to order many more different sizes replanting my entire pantry with just this product." —hetal Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in several sizes and quantities). Hope's is a small business based in Missouri that makes cleaning supplies. My colleague Maitland Quitmeyer has this and LOVES it: "I bought this for my white porcelain kitchen sink and I've since texted five people about it, which is really a lot for such a boring grown-up product. It cleans beautifully, but the *best* thing about it is its ability to repel stains after cleaning. You know that thing when you rinse out your coffee cup and the coffee water just lingers in your sink and you have to purposefully rinse it out for two minutes? You don't have to do that — the coffee can't stick to the sink and just goes RIGHT down the drain. Time saved, sink clean — this is really a Virgo dream product right here." Promising review: "I have tried numerous products for my stainless steel sink and appliances. My sink was looking terrible; nothing I used seemed to work. Then I tried this product and WOW, am I impressed. My sink looks like new. My appliances also look great. It's very easy to use and does an excellent job." —Book Worm Get it from Amazon for $9.95+ (available in two sizes). Before adding this to your cart, you have the option to customize it, including selecting from 14 lengths and 15 colors (including custom colors). The CovoBox is made from reclaimed books and sustainable wood. Covogoods is a family-owned small business creating home decor in Utah! Promising review: "I’m pretty sure I’ve never loved a purchase from Amazon as much as I love this one, and I’ve been a Prime member since Day 1. This product is EXTREMELY well-made and very unique. Plus, it does the job of hiding the ugly routers and cords. And the customer service was great and responsive. I was a little hesitant to spend the money on this but after years of living with the husband’s pile of technology, the money was well spent!" —AmazonEmme Get it from Covogoods from Amazon Handmade for $39+. Promising review: "This is a great product. I have breathing problems and can’t have scents, and these are fragrance-free and work great. House smells clean, not perfumed." —Steelerfan "This cleaner surprised me in the best way. I sprayed it on, let it sit for a moment, and everything wiped up so easily. It leaves surfaces looking fresh without any strong chemical smell. Definitely a great all-purpose cleaner!"—Julia McKnight Get it from Amazon for $9.34+ (available in two sizes and two scents or unscented). Reviewers use it to store everything from stuffed animals and water bottles to knitting supplies and games. Promising review: "This was the perfect addition to help finish off my new bedroom and closet setup! All my sneakers, heels, and flats fit in the holes perfectly and make my floor a bunch neater. I would recommend for the amazing price offered!" —Sharon Get it from Amazon for $9.97+ (available in eight colors and two pocket sizes). The kit comes with one scrubber and two shower and tub lemon foaming Magic Erasers. Promising review: "Wow! What a time saver. Once the magic eraser is wet and you scrub a couple of times on the shower wall, you can feel it start to glide once it cuts through the shower grime. My shower glass window is super clean, which is difficult for other products to do. I am excited to have a clean shower with minimal effort and in an all-in-one product. This will definitely be a shower and tub staple for my household!" —Kris Promising review: "I had a mess of cables on the table next to my bed, and if you pulled one too much, the chargers would fall. This keeps everything in place. It is very LARGE, I didn't expect it to be that big, but it holds a full-size surge protector, and I'm able to plug in everything in there! It's very helpful!" —Patrick Pflaumer Get it from Amazon for $35.09+ (available in three colors). Promising review: "These babies have transformed and reformed my slobby life. My dog sitter thought I got a new sink and fridge. I have never had more fun cleaning in my life — wait, I have never had any fun cleaning. But these magical creatures make it so freaking satisfying. No toxic stuff. No fumes. Just heavenly cleanliness." —Jimmy Jim Ereeno Get a pack of 40 from Amazon for $42.95. Promising review: "Yes...I have too many clothes. I LOVE my leggings. These saved me soooo much room! Now I have much more space, AND I can see them all easier." —Larry Seymour Get a pack of two from Amazon for $12.27. Angry Orange is a small business that was founded in 2014. They provide pet-related household cleaning supplies like stain removers, mops, and more. Promising review: "This product is amazing!!!! We have a Rottweiler pup and a Bichon pup, and our house was feeling the PAIN! I tried everything and used to tell my wife, 'With all the science and technology in the world, we still can’t come up with something that gets rid of the dog mark smell!' This product does everything and more. Just ordered another round. We were about to throw away some furniture due to the smell, but now, after use, we can keep it. Saved me hundreds. Well worth the money." —clayton s tonkin The set includes: two wide drawers, two narrow drawers, one can dispenser drawer, and one egg drawer. Promising review: "It's nice to be able to find things in the refrigerator and be able to pull out the whole tray container to see what's in the back of the fridge. I don't know if this happens to you, but I find my way to the back every so often, and come to find out a jar in the back expired a year ago. Now I can see everything and use it." —BookBroke Get a six-piece set from Amazon for $38.99. My colleague Heather Braga used this and said it worked amazingly well: "There wasn't a lot of ventilation in my apartment bathroom, so the grout used to get gunky and gross-looking from the humidity. I had been battling this specific bathroom grime for weeks and tried a whole array of products to no avail. Finally, I purchased Skylarlife Home Mold and Mildew Remover Gel. The results were outstanding. It’s super simple: put on a pair of gloves and apply the clear gel around your grout. Let it sit for five to six hours (I suggest opening all your windows, it’s got a strong smell), then rinse it off with cold water." Promising review: "Wow! I would give this 10 stars if I could. We've had issues for a few years with the caulking behind the handle of our kitchen faucet turning black from mildew. We've scrubbed with what seems like a million different products, with no luck. We were actually just talking about ripping out the caulking and doing a total replacement. But my husband saw this online the other day and decided to order it. Almost immediately, when he applied it, you could see it was starting to work. We left it on overnight, and the black is COMPLETELY GONE! It's incredible. 1,000% worth the (small) investment." —Nicole D. Promising review: "What an awesome organizer set. I used half of the containers from the set to organize a drawer. There is enough to organize two drawers. I am very impressed with the results. Non-slip feet are a great thoughtful feature. If you are still thinking, buy it!" —A. Syn Get the 25-piece set from Amazon for $16.14+ (available in 10 colors). Some reviewers use it to organize their bathroom products, too! Promising review: "This thing is [well made], it's easy to put together, and I love it! It cleared so much room in my kitchen pantry and makes it so much easier to organize! LOVE IT! Definitely worth the $$$." —David A. Payne Get it from Amazon for $26.98+ (available in three sizes and two colors). Promising review: "I have a very small kitchen. This little cart gives me a handy place to keep kitchen items and gives me back much-needed counter space. I like the wheels so I can easily move it out of the way." —Diane Goble Get it from Amazon for $53.99+ (available in two sizes and three colors). StoveShelf is a US-based small business that specializes in stove shelves for various sizes of stoves. Check out a TikTok of the StoveShelf in action. Promising review: "This is an excellent buy. The shelf helped me declutter my cabinet, and it is an awesome storage space for my more often used spices. It is sturdy, easily installed, and attractive. I recommend this shelf." —Pamella R. Get it from Amazon for $44.99+ (available in three types and three sizes). * I’ve Written About Cleaning For *13 Years*: I Actually Use These 21 Effective Tips * Products That’ll Clean Your House On The *Outside* * If You’re Deeply Serious About Deep Cleaning, You’ll Want These 44 Products * Cleaning Products So Effortless, You’ll Ask “Why Didn’t I Use This Sooner?” Plus, laundry detergent for sensitive skin. 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