
Cleaning products can be expensive (not to mention all the space they take up), so when you're shopping, you probably want to get products that actually work — not just the ones you're bombarded with through social media ads. Mom life is all about being as efficient as we can be, so we asked other moms what they're actually using around their house. Spoiler alert: It's not just stuff that comes in cute packaging. From all-natural products to true chemical disinfectants, the recommendations covered something for everyone's needs. Sounds just like a mom, right?
Clorox Urine Remover

"If our 6-year-old gets urine on or around the toilet, we have him clean with a Clorox wipe immediately. By doing this, he’s now more encouraged to slow down while using the bathroom. We have fewer accidents. The Clorox Urine Remover is definitely a go-to — especially for potty training."
- Kim
Reusable Diapers

"There are these white reusable diapers that come in packs of 10. You can use them as a burp cloth and for all kinds of spills and messes. They are cheap and versatile."
- Iman
Scentsy Counter Clean

"Scentsy Counter Clean, it cleans everything! Couches, carpet, etc. It’s crazy! It has gotten stains out of my carpet. I learned about it from another Scentsy consultant that cleaned stains out of her fabric car seats and carpet."
- Heather
Zep Mold and Mildew Cleaner


"This stuff is legit! I had mildew in the caulking in our shower and this is the only thing I found that worked. I tried the toilet bowl cleaner and pretty much everything but this — you just spray on and no scrubbing!"
- Amanda
OdoBan Disinfectant

"I use OdoBan to clean everything because it kills all the germs, everything. I wipe down the toilets, and I even mop with it since they do have one for mopping now. I love the smell too."
- Veronica
White Vinegar

"White vinegar! It disinfects, deodorizes, doesn’t stain, and is natural!"
- Alfreda
Magic Eraser

"Mr. Clean Magic Eraser! It’s literally magic. I especially like it on my baseboards."
- Lauren
409 Stone and Steel Cleaner

"I use the 409 Stone and Steel cleaner on my granite and love it, but for stainless steel I use Pledge. Pledge is awesome on stainless steel."
- Susan
Bounce Dryer Sheets

"I use Bounce dryer sheets to clean my stainless steel."
- Erin
Skout's Honor Laundry Booster

"We have two elderly dogs who have occassional accidents on random things aound the house, so this laundry booster is a godsend in our household. It's super easy to apply and any soiled items come out of the laundry smelling fresh as a daisy! We also love that it's free of any harsh chemicals and doesn't have a cloying smell like some other similar products."
- Esther
Flavor Extracts

"I wipe smelly surfaces down with any flavor extract. I do this to all my son's fishing coolers… the smell disappears, and I also wipe the inside of my fridge with it."
- Katy
Force of Nature Starter Kit

"I bought Force of Nature recently and it disinfects very well. You can spray and wipe to clean or spray and leave on a clean surface to disinfect. Kills the smells in my garbage can when I spray and leave to sit out."
- Erin
Biokleen Bac-Out

"I have two boys, 3 and 5, and we use Bac-Out by Biokleen. It’s an enzyme cleaner, and it helps neutralize the urine smell. You can get it at Target and sometimes I find it at Marshall's or HomeGoods."
- Nikki
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