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Guest Picks: A Tidy Roundup of Cleaning Supplies

Practical and pretty cleansers and cleaning accessories to make housecleaning chores a pleasure

Jennifer Young November 3, 2012

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Cleaning doesn't always have to look so dirty. I am fond of keeping things clean (and green) in the most attractive way possible. This ideabook is a collection of the prettiest ways to aid in keeping the spaces around you neat and tidy. — Jennifer from I Art U

Contemporary Scrub Brushes & Sponges by West Elm

Goodbye Detergent Cleaning Scrubs - $6.95

I love these cleaning scrubs for many reasons: They're made from sustainable materials (think peach pits and corn cores), are attractive and don't smell after time. Plus, they work well, and I can say this from experience.

Contemporary Laundry Products by Crate&Barrel

Nellie's Oxygen Brightener - $9.95

I love Nellie's vintage-like packaging, and who doesn't need oxygen brighteners for the wash? Better yet, it's all natural!

Contemporary Hampers by West Elm

Bamboo Laundry Hamper, Single - $39

I've always been attracted to wood and linen hampers, and this one is no exception. It's beautifully designed and won't stick out like a sore thumb in the bathroom.

Beach Style Bathroom Accessories by West Elm

Swedish Dream Sea Salt Soap - $6

This soap smells as good as it looks. I've been seeing it in a lot of shops lately, and I think it'd be great for a guest bathroom.

Contemporary Ironing Boards by West Elm

Bamboo Ironing Board - $79.95

I love the wooden legs on this ironing board and wouldn't mind seeing this out and about in the house.

Contemporary Mops Brooms And Dustpans by West Elm

Brendan Ravenhill Dustbin - $149

This is genius! Never lose your broom again. The magnetic birch wood brush hangs firmly on its beautiful bin, and the top detaches to become a pan for sweeping up dust. It's like art.

Eclectic Bath Mats by Urban Outfitters

Urban Outfitters

Clean/Dirty Bath Mat - $24

Which one are you? Hopefully clean when you come out of the shower. This fun and clever mat would make anyone (stepping in for a bath) smile.

Contemporary Household Cleaning Products by Anthropologie

Barr-Co. Pure Vegetable Hand Soap - $24

Pretty hand soap is perfect for a guest bathroom.

Contemporary by West Elm

Dust Pan, Large - $34

This simple and beautiful dustpan would look good in any cleaning closet (or laying around your home). Need I say more?

Contemporary Trash Cans Contemporary Kitchen Trash Cans

Contemporary Kitchen Trash Cans - $99.99

This is the right shape of a trash can for saving space in the kitchen. Simplehuman trash cans are my favorites because of their design.

Contemporary Household Cleaning Products by Pot + Pantry

Pot + Pantry

Common Good Dish Soap, Bergamot - $4.99

Simple and well-designed cleaning products always make the kitchen prettier. Do yourself a favor and try this one out. You won't regret it.

Contemporary Candles by Pot + Pantry

Pot + Pantry

Common Good 25-Hour Candle, Lavender - $14

Candles are my weakness. I love all of Common Good's products, and their candles are some of my favorites. They're small in size but amazingly scented with all-natural essential oils. I'd keep one of these in every room of my house if I could.

Contemporary Mops Brooms And Dustpans by West Elm

Dustpan + Broom Set - $129

I'd love to see this beautiful dustpan and broom set hanging out on display. A major plus is that you don't have to strain your back while sweeping.

Contemporary Vacuum Cleaners by Bloomingdale's

Dyson DC24 Multi Floor Vacuum - $449.99

A Dyson has been on my wish list since forever. I would love to own one, as I've heard nothing but good things about them. They're high quality and have great design. Someday.

Contemporary Hampers by Crate&Barrel

Woven Green and White Laundry Basket - $39.95

Do your laundry in style. Practical and pretty, this hamper is my favorite.

Home Fragrances by West Elm

Common Good Linen Water Spray - $18.95

This Common Good sage leaf linen water was created in collaboration with West Elm's new Market. It's made from essential oils and plant-based materials and is biodegradable. The scent may even ease stress for a good night's rest.

Eclectic Laundry Products by Crate&Barrel

Nellie's Dryerballs - $19.95

Reduce your impact on the environment by switching out your dryer sheets for dryer balls. Again, Nellie's had me at their packaging.

Contemporary Household Cleaning Products by Etsy

Etsy

All Purpose 12 oz. Lemon & Mint by Haven Clean - $8.95

Handmade lemon and mint all-purpose cleaner is great for all spaces, especially the bathroom and kitchen. I love using all-natural cleaning products in the house: They smell great and are better for the environment.

Contemporary Baskets by Ten Thousand Villages

Ten Thousand Villages

Stash It Storage Basket - $49

This would be perfect for loose items that are are always out but could be hidden when not in need: toys, dirty clothes, cleaning supplies, etc.

Contemporary Laundry Products by Bed Bath & Beyond

Bed Bath & Beyond

Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Aromatherapeutic Geranium Laundry Cleaning Products - $7.99

Mrs. Meyer's products are definite go-tos in my household. Sweet smelling and environmentally friendly, they are a must in my book.

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kdorman

I have a "vapor clean 2" - its an old model - that I got from a company that used to have a distributor nearby. That's how I first saw the nice machines and I was sold. Now they sell exclusively online at myvaporclean.com - check it out and let me know what you think. Mine does a great job on my white (ugh how I hate grout) tile.

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kdorman

I'm getting ready to renovate - I'm getting rid of all my carpet and my old cracked white tile (with it's humongous grout lines) and installing wood in the bedrooms and new tile in all the main living areas. If you're moving to a house in the land of tile which is where i am, I really recommend the combo of a Miele canister vac with a serious steamer - or a really great house cleaner haha. The smaller, cheaper steamers are fine if you don't have much tile but they need constant refilling and don't push out the amount of steam that the heavier duty ones do.

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Beth

Thanks for all the helpful comments, kdorman. I'm going to bookmark this discussion for when I'm ready to buy!

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