We Can’t Live Without These Amazing Cleaning Products

“It’s likely a combination of my frugality and my environmentalism, but I tend to clean with stuff I have around the house – specifically, vinegar and baking soda.” – Jen F., editor, HGTV Canada

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“Buncha Farmers All-Natural Stain Remover was recommended to me after my daughter was born and it’s become my go-to gift for new moms. Also, Dyson vacuums are definitely an investment, but so worth it. The handheld vacuums are just as powerful as the regular vacuums, but super lightweight, which is key for me living in a townhouse with three sets of stairs!” – Mia S., digital strategist, HGTV Canada and Food Network Canada

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“I love using vinegar and water for windows. And instead of paper towels, I use newspapers. It’s what my parents used. It’s environmentally-friendly, cheaper and does a great job.” – Frank P., producer, HGTV Canada

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“Saje Wellness is my go-to when it comes to home cleaning products. This eco-friendly Canadian brand has a great line of household cleaning products, from multi-surface sprays and biodegradable cleaning cloths to laundry dryer kits and sweet-smelling fabric sprays.” – Laura G., assistant editor, HGTV Canada and Food Network Canada

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“My go-to for tile grout is baking soda and hydrogen peroxide. You form a paste with two parts baking soda to one part hydrogen peroxide, apply it to the grout and let it sit for a few minutes before scrubbing with an old toothbrush. Rinse it off and voila! Works better than any store-bought tile and grout cleaners that I’ve tried.” – Melissa G., assistant editor, Food Network Canada

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“I’m all about finding eco-friendly ways to keep my home spic and span. Lemons are a fantastic disinfectant that I’ll often use to clean everything from my cutting board to blender. I also recently discovered the all-natural Canadian brand Lemon Aide. If you love the scent of citrus, I highly recommend the surface cleaner and laundry detergent!” – Brittany D., editor, Food Network Canada

“I take advantage of clementine season every winter to create a citrus-infused cleaning vinegar. I start with a large mason jar filled ¾ with white vinegar. As we eat our way through boxes of clementines, the peels are added to the jar. Be sure the give the jar a shake each time you add more peels. After a week, the vinegar becomes infused with the citrus oil, imparting their fresh scent. Strain the peels out and reserve the vinegar. This way my home smells like clementines every time I clean!” – Jenny P., digital strategist, Slice and History

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“As a beagle owner, I tend to use OxiClean Laundry Stain Remover Spray because it really does help get out dirt and spills from clothes and sheets. We also keep Lysol Wipes handy. Though not the most eco-friendly, they are extremely convenient and help me when I’m in a pinch and running out the door.” – Chloe T., editor, Slice

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“I wash all of my dishes by hand, so it’s important to have a detergent that doesn’t leave behind stuck-on food and unwanted residue. Dawn is a tough detergent, smells great and easy on my hands while I’m washing.” – Tracey M., producer, Slice

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“Swiffer – for sure. That thing is a wonder-worker. Also, Magic Erasers. It cleans everything, including less-than-white trimming on sneakers and the grout between tiles.” – Dragana K., assistant editor, Slice, History and Shaw Connect