12 Essential Cleaning Supplies for a Homeowner

Whether you just bought your first home or you're just ready to revamp your cleaning process, we've got just the list for you. We believe these 12 items are essential for a clean home and should be included in your cleaning kit!

1. A good quality sponge: Having a quality sponge with an abrasive can make tackling any dirty, grimy surface a much easier process!

2. Dish towels: Dish towels are an essential in any kitchen! We love using white dish towels because they will always match, and you can tell when it's dirty and needs a good wash. They can easily be bleached without being damaged!

3. Microfiber cloths: Microfiber cloths are a great option for cleaning surfaces because they can usually clean with little to no water, and they won't scratch or streak your surfaces!

4. Squeegee: If you have a glass shower, this is a must! Squeegees are the perfect tools for keeping your showers mold and mildew free! 

5. A bucket: As simple as it sounds, a bucket has many different uses in your cleaning process making it an essential! It also doubles as storage for your cleaning supplies!

6. A spray bottle: Like a bucket, a spray bottle has many different uses! Whether you need to fill it with water or try to make your own cleaning agent, a spray bottle will hold up to anything!

7. A scrubber or scrub brush: Let's face it, sometimes a sponge or cloth won't always work, so an all-purpose scrub brush is important! You'll likely use a scrubber on tile, bathtubs, and tough stains!

8. A toothbrush: Sometimes you might need something more fine than a scrub brush for those hard to reach, small areas. A toothbrush is a great option for those nooks and crannies throughout your home.

9. A broom and dustpan/mop: A broom and dustpan is an essential in any home that has hardwood, vinyl, tile, or linoleum. If you have pets or children, then it's even more of a necessity to keep the floors clear of debris! Once you've cleaned the floors of crumbs, hair and dirt, finish the job with a good mop to get the floors sparkling clean!

10.  A multipurpose cleaner: There are many options on the market for multipurpose cleaners, so be sure to try a few until you find the one that you like the most. Multipurpose cleaners are essential for your daily cleaning! 

11. Vacuum: If you have carpets, a good quality vacuum is a must-have. There are many types and sizes of vacuum, so it's important to find one that meets all your needs. If you have pets, a vacuum made to handle pet hair would be a superior option!

12. Mr. Clean Magic Eraser: The magic eraser is the perfect addition to any cleaning kit because it removes grime, soap scum, dirt and marks literally anywhere in your home. 

No matter what cleaning agents you use in your home, these 12 tools will ensure a clean home!