Cleaning

A stroller is bound to get messy, and the type of mess determines the best way to clean it.

Your AV gear doesn’t need to be cleaned that often. But it’s an important task to ensure the best performance.

We recommend four handheld vacuums that have helpful tools and the ability to reach into the nooks and crannies of a car.

The Homeasy Fabric Shaver hasn’t just saved many of my sweaters—it’s turned de-pilling into a soothing self-care ritual.

These well-priced tools can help keep your clothes looking great—and extend their lifespan.

A beaten-up baseball hat can have character, but you should still clean it. Here’s how.

Read how to end and prevent roach infestations at home.

We tested more than 20 stain removers on fresh and set-in stains, and Amodex Ink & Stain Remover is the most well-rounded choice to have on hand.

If your important files dance between a pile on the kitchen table and an unmarked box in the garage, it’s time to develop a proper filing system.

To clean carpets and rugs well, you need a vacuum that is equipped for the task. The SEBO Felix Premium and SEBO Airbelt K3 Premium are excellent choices.

A spot cleaner like the Bissell Little Green Portable Carpet Cleaner 1400B can help you tackle spills, splats, and other messes on your carpet or upholstery.

For your bras to feel, function, and look their best, it’s important to properly care for them.

Restoring an antique rug to its former luster isn’t as hard as you might think—as long as you aren’t afraid to get a little wet.

Here’s how to keep your mat fresh, clean, and primed for your practice.

Dust, skin particles, and hand oils will eventually accumulate on a keyboard and mouse. Here’s how we clean them.

We’ve collected the best Prime Day deals on Wirecutter picks to keep your home (and car and anywhere else) spick-and-span.

We recommend cleaning your water flosser every one to three months to stave off mold and other buildup. Here’s how.

Cleaning a purse or handbag can be trickier than you may think. Find out why—plus, how to care for yours and when you should take it to a pro.

Fire pits (smokeless or otherwise) don’t require much maintenance. To keep yours burning brightly, go easy on the water, and follow these simple steps.

Shower flip flops and bed sheets aren’t the only dorm essentials that don’t break the bank.

The Dyson 360 Vis Nav seems like a catch, but a variety of issues keep it from being true long-term relationship material.

When it comes to cleaning your grimy suitcases, a little maintenance between trips can go a long way. Here’s how to do it.

For a stained outdoor furniture cushion: Vacuum it, wipe it, stain-treat it, sun it.

We hand-washed vintage linens, cashmere sweaters, and delicates in a variety of detergents and soaps, and Soak came out on top.

With the right supplies, a solid game plan, and some patience, you can remove even the toughest stains from the seemingly unsalvageable in your laundry bin.

We tested dozens of laundry detergents and found that Tide Ultra Oxi Powder and Tide Free & Gentle Liquid tackled the widest range of stains with ease.

To keep your grill ready for summer cookouts, cleaning is essential but tremendously annoying. This durable grill brush makes steam cleaning surprisingly easy.

New pressure washers are getting smaller and quieter, with plenty of scouring power for outdoor surfaces.

Most experts say you should wash sheets once a week. Here’s how (and why) to do that.

Laundry detergent sheets claim to be a more-sustainable option than traditional liquid, powder, or pod detergents. Unfortunately, they don’t clean well.

You can restore your baking sheets’ shine with a fair amount of hard scrubbing. But there’s good news: Your dingy baking sheets are actually fine––maybe even better––just the way they are.

This is the easiest method to clean your microwave. All you need is about half an hour and some kitchen staples you likely already have at home.

To keep your grill in working order, take time to do some simple cleaning tasks, as well as the occasional deep scrub-down, every time you cook.

You don’t need a “compostable” bin liner for kitchen scraps, and experts say paper bags or no bag at all are the better choice. Here’s why.

Most microfiber cloths are essentially the same, but after weeks of testing, our cleaning writer liked Fixsmith Microfiber Cleaning Cloths best.

Trying to recycle the wrong packaging gunks up the works at overtaxed recycling centers. Here’s what to sort in your bins and what to throw in the trash.

Nobody really needs a tiny portable washing machine. We talked to someone who does—Andrea Hurley, wife of UConn men’s b-ball coach Dan Hurley—and took hers for a spin.

Even if you’re not handy, a wet/dry vac is an incredibly versatile tool. Here are six ways it makes quick work of otherwise onerous chores indoors and out.

The new Dyson Gen5detect is long on upgrades but falls short of the maneuverability and overall convenience that a great cordless stick vacuum should deliver.

Just a splash of this magic in a bottle beautifully and safely cleans your delicates with a simple soak.

Once you identify the type of tile and grout stain you’re dealing with, you can be more effective and targeted while cleaning.

When it comes to spin scrubbers, you’re better off with a sponge.

We tapped experts to help us refine an approach to cleaning ovens that reduces labor and eliminates the use of harsh chemicals.

Scrubbing a toilet isn’t glamorous, but using the OXO Good Grips Compact Toilet Brush—which includes a sleek canister—makes it less of a chore.

We tested six cleaners that can vacuum and mop at the same time. The Bissell CrossWave plug-in is the best you can get.

These are 90(ish) of our favorite Wirecutter picks to help you tackle a deep clean of your home.

A few clear bins, painter’s tape, and a Sharpie can keep chaos out of your fridge.

Don’t want your coffee to taste like yesterday’s brew? Give your travel mug a good deep clean—and do the same for your insulated water bottle, too!

After 38 hours of research and testing, we know the Bissell PowerFresh Steam Mop 1940 is the best tool to clean (only) glazed tile or sealed stone floors.

If you want to reduce the amount of paper towels you use, boy do we have some bar mops for you.

Scorching a stainless steel pan is no big deal. Here are the tools and tips to get it shining again.