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If You Think Your Home Is Clean, These Products Might Surprise You — And They’re On Sale

Amazon’s unexpected spring sale is the place to find truly effective cleaning products at a steal.

If You Think Your Home Is Clean, These Products Might Surprise You — And They’re On Sale
These spectacular cleaners are all on sale for Amazon's spring sale.
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These spectacular cleaners are all on sale for Amazon's spring sale.

Nothing says clean quite like spring and Amazon has answered in kind by launching an unexpected sale featuring tons of well-known and genuinely effective cleaning products.

Sure, we have old faithfuls like the famous Little Green Bissell carpet and upholstery cleaner and the Dawn Powerwash dish spray, which works wonders at treating stains and busting grime. But there are also some sleeper hits on major discount, like an enzyme laundry booster and a multi-surface floor mop that doesn’t bear the Swiffer name. See them all for yourself in the list ahead.

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A Scrub Mommy cleaning pack (15% off list price)

Scrub Daddy's famous temperature-transforming sponges may not be discounted for this sale, however, the brand's Scrub Mommy — a dual-ended sponge with an abrasive side and a foam side — is. This value kit includes four Scrub Mommy sponges and a scratch-free, all-purpose cleaning paste that reviewers say works wonders on grime, scale and caked-on foods.

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A year's supply of Oh Yuk jetted tub liquid (33% off list price)

For anyone who has a jetted tub, you may not be aware of all the mold, mildew and debris lurking in the jets that could be finding its way into the water of your relaxing soak. The Oh Yuk tub cleaner is specially (and effectively) made to clear out all the nasty gunk in just 15 minutes. The unscented liquid formula targets body oils and soap buildup in your tub's pipes and plumbing system and reviewers call it "shockingly effective."

"The instructions are simple, and within minutes, you can actually see it working. The tub looked and smelled noticeably cleaner afterward, and the jets ran smoother, too," they wrote.

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The Tineco Floor One S7 Stretch Steam cordless mop-vac (39% off list price)

"It’s shocking how much dirt it picks up off of the floors when I empty out the tank," one reviewer said of this hybrid vacuum and steam mop from Tineco. This mop-vac has just about everything you'd want in a floor cleaning appliance: It's cordless, can lay flat 180 degrees to get underneath furniture, has a runtime of up to 75 minutes before it needs to charge, has an anti-tangle design for sucking up hair and fur, features steam cleaning technology up to 320 degrees and is self-cleaning. All that and it's $200 off? Yes please.

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Magical tablets that eliminate that mold smell from your washing machine (15% off list price)

These washing machine cleaner tablets are leaving reviewers in shock at their deodorizing performance. "). It is completely amazing how much of built-up crap it has cleaned out of my washer," one Amazon shopper writes. These septic-safe and universally compatible tablets by Active only need to be thrown in a cycle all on their own to eliminate odors and residue from the washer's entire interior — even from parts of your machine that you can't see. No more musty, mildewy smell to speak of.

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A pack of reusable and wildly absorbent Swedish dishcloths (19% off list price)

These Swedish dishcloths are a beloved eco-conscious alternative to paper towels and are made from super-absorbent cellulose and cotton material that becomes soft to the touch when wet, but gritty enough for scouring when dry. Reusable, biodegradable cloths and completely machine-washable, they are great for drying dishes, cleaning countertops and more since they are compatible with virtually any surface. And if you're questioning their level of absorption, Amazon customers say they are shocked that they "dry SO fast and absorb so much."

The gray pack has the lowest discount.

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A set of shockingly effective damp dust sponges (15% off list price)

Use these smart and reusable sponges damp to magically wipe up and trap dust, debris and hair from virtually any surface. The rounded grooved edge can be great for baseboards, while the straight edge can angle into tight crevices along sink basins, around toilets and more.

"I’ve seen these dusters for a while and finally ordered them. They are great. I sent my son around the house to clean the baseboards with them and I was shocked by how much they picked up. Perfect for keeping your home clean and dust-free," one Amazon reviewer said.

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Finish tablets to blast clean greasy dishwashers (30% off list price)

Reviewers say they are surprised by how well these low-effort Finish tablets work at getting the interior of their dirty dishwashers sparkling clean.

"Used the first tablet a few days ago, and was totally astonished after the load finished. Opened the door and what a nice clean dishwasher interior was seen. Don’t ever want to be without these again," said one Amazon shopper.

Just toss one during a normal dishwashing cycle with your dishes and the powerful degreasing formula works its magic on odors, grime, hardwater buildup and more.

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A mattress vacuum with a HEPA filter and UV light (27% off list price)

A few years ago, experts told us just how germ-filled and gross our mattresses are and suggested that a designated mattress vacuum can help make things a lot more sanitary. This discounted option uses a HEPA filter to trap dirt, dust, dander and allergens once they are sucked up. A combination of powerful suction and sonic beats to help drum up debris from deep within the mattress, while a UV-light disinfects all your soft surfaces. Several Amazon customers claim to be shocked by how much dust and debris this vacuum pulled out, but also satisfied with the results.

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A miracle cleaning paste that removes stains from just about anything (15% off list price)

This multi-purpose cleaning paste lives up to its namesake of "miracle cleaner," according to the nearly 233,300+ Amazon ratings.

"I was so shocked by how effective this product was in restoring my white sink," an Amazon shopper claims. "Years of grinding pots and pans against the sink gave it these awful grey marks and after cleaning with bleach and oven cleaner and a few other things, I didn’t think it would be possible for it to be white again."

The bleach-free and rhubarb-scented formula is suitable for any number of surfaces, including grease-stained pots and pans, grimy stovetops, stainless steel and even permanent marker messes on walls.

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A stain treater spray that works on blood, grease and more (21% off list price)

Come for the adorable packaging, but stay for the actually-effective stain-fighting power of this magical spray that users in the past have described as witchcraft. The water-based formula promises to eradicate some of the greatest offenders — including grease and coffee — and is free of phosphates, sulfates, perfumes and dyes.

Countless reviewers of the Miss Mouth's Messy Eater stain spray wrote about their surprise at the product’s performance, such as this Amazon reviewer:

"[My] shirt was completely COVERED in spaghetti and strawberry stains. I forgot about it until the next day, so the shirt was dry. After spraying this stuff and rubbing the fabric together, all the stains were gone. Took maybe20 minutes of scrubbing. I’m still shocked at how well this works!!"

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A pressurized steam cleaner that's more versatile than you think (15% off list price)

Sometimes regular scrubbing just doesn't cut it and this whole-house cleaner uses the power of heat, steam and pressure to bust away stains, grime and other stuck-on messes. Use this on shower tile, grout, greasy stovetops, limescale-covered dishwashers and even steam your curtains, thanks to the variety of attachments that make virtually any cleaning job possible — all without chemical-filled cleaning sprays. As one reviewer put it, "It has great steam power and took care of removing buildup that was a bit shocking."

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An iconic stick vacuum by Dyson that everyone loves (39% off list price)

Whether you have pets, children, both or neither, you probably like a clean house. Enter the Dyson V8, a coveted cordless vacuum that’s lightweight and easy to carry around the house to clean floors, furniture and ceilings. A single charge will give you 40 minutes of cleaning time, and it has famously strong suction that works on both carpet and hard floors, sucking up fur, dust, crumbs, dirt and everything else. The V8′s versatile design allows it to transform into a small handheld vacuum for stairs or cars or countertops, or you can easily use it on ceilings, baseboards and other hard-to-reach places. You’ll also get the de-tangling motorbar, a cleaner head designed for pet hair that won’t get all tangled or clogged, a combination cleaning tool with a wide nozzle and brush perfect for cleaning your car, a crevice tool and a docking station where it also charges.

The vacuum also has whole-machine filtration that sucks in allergens and finer dust as well, helping the air stay fresh in your home. Dyson’s easy-empty design also means you can release all the gross stuff you’ve sucked up with only the touch of a button into the trash can, keeping your hands clean, too. And right now, it’s at a deep sale price at 38% off, almost $200 less than its typical cost.

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A 5-pack of crevice tools that breathe new life into your grout (41% off list price)

This is just the helpful and affordable tool that we all need to get into those pesky corners and crevices of our home that harbor gunk and often seem impossible to get pristine. These brushes are made with long-lasting materials, a non-slip handle that fits comfortably in your hand and strong, pliable bristles that really get into the tiniest, yuckiest corners and leave them spotless.

"Works great for cleaning mold out of showers and dirt around the sink. I was surprised how useful these are," an Amazon customer wrote.

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Clorox's toilet wand and scrubber kit for a germ-free clean (25% off list price)

Clorox has made cleaning your toilet bowl shockingly easy and sleek with this kit featuring a caddy, reusable wand and 16 single-use pads. Each of these single-use scrubbing heads is pre-loaded with a germ-killing formula that miraculously powers through hard water and lime stains quickly and effectively. And the best part is you'll never have to touch the used scrubber heads to replace them, thanks to a button on the wand.

Or, if you already have a starter kit, the 10-pack of refills is also on sale for the Spring Sale at 27% off their original price.

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The powerful Dyson Ball Animal upright vacuum (39% off list price)

With suction strength comparable to a “6-horsepower shop vac" and several smart attachments that allow for floor-to-ceiling cleaning, the famed Dyson Ball Animal upright vacuum is more than well-equipped to clean your home. One reviewer even swears, “It’ll change your life.”

It uses what the brand refers to as "Radial Root Cyclone technology" for the most powerful suction possible, while the ball design makes it impossibly easy to maneuver beneath furniture, around corners and turns on a dime.

"I thought my house was clean, but when this vacuum arrived, and I tried it out, I was shocked," claimed one Amazon shopper who agreed that the suction was powerful.

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A Shark voice control robot vacuum at an amazing discount (53% off list price)

This low-maintenance automatic vacuum boasts Shark-level suction and an automatic operation — the only exception being when it comes time to empty the bagless receptacle that holds up to 45 days' worth of dirt and debris. It also uses a HEPA filter, so once dust and debris are captured, they stay there, and it uses precise home mapping to smartly navigate your home and obstacles, without missing a spot.

"I bought this very reluctantly, as I always thought of them as a gimmick. Well, maybe at one point this was true. I can say with certainty that it's not anymore. I have a husky and a Persian cat, and hair, hair, hair. I had to run this thing a lot for the first few days, and the amount of hair it picked up was shocking. It's been a week, and while there's still hair, I'm amazed at how much it's gone down," one reviewer claimed of the Shark Matrix Clean Navigation robot vacuum.

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A handy cordless dust buster from Black + Decker (17% off list price)

This more traditional-looking handheld by Black + Decker has an average of 4.3 stars across over 109,000+ ratings, and has been a staple in our cleaning coverage over the years because we know HuffPost readers approve, and we know that reviewers say things like this about its performance: "This is hands down the BEST damn hand vacuum I've ever bought! I'm serious. This thing is a game-changer for me. I had all but given up on hand vacuums for a while since the ones I'd tried in the past wouldn't hold a charge for long and didn't have enough suction power. I was shocked at how easily I was able to vacuum off dirt and debris my dogs tracked onto the couch."

It features a rotating nozzle, pull-out crevice tool and flip-up brush to get into tight corners and clean debris from all the nooks and crannies. The cyclonic action keeps the suction power strong, and you can see all the action thanks to the translucent dust bowl that's washable and easy-empty.

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A Shark steam and scrub steam mop (33% off list price)

Scrub and sanitize hardwood floors, tiles and other surfaces simultaneously with this Shark steam mop that has three cleaning modes and two rotating scrub pads for the best grime and stain removal — all without the use of harsh cleaning chemicals.

One Amazon reviewer said of this hard-working companion: "The combination of powerful steam and the spinning pads really gets deep into dirt and grime — even those tough, stuck-on spots that regular mops just glide over. I’m always shocked (in the best way) at how much cleaner my floors feel after using it."

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A dust-and-debris-catching cleaning gel (25% off list price)

All those hard-to-reach nooks and crannies that you previously thought impossible to clean are now possible to clean with this sticky gel that left one reviewer completely "shocked by how well it worked."

The sticky surface and squishy texture mean this gel can capture crumbs, dust and debris from the tight grooves and crevices of keyboards, car vents, cupholders and more.

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A daily granite cleaner that won't streak (15% off list price)

For a marble top counter that shines without the streak, the Granite Gold daily cleaner is your best bet. Suitable for marble, granite, quartz and other natural stone surfaces, this spray is pH-balanced to help preserve and protect your surfaces, without the need for ammonia or phosphates.

Here's what one Amazon customer had to say: "I have very dark granite countertops and they show streaks very easily... this is the first cleaner that I found that leaves an amazing luster after I'm done, just spray wipe. Wait a minute, and then wipe again and it looks amazing."

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A multi-surface floor mop by Bona and its grime-busting cleaning solution (24% off list price)

"This mop is great. I'd never heard of this mop brand before, and I'm shocked because this mop is so good, I don't understand why everyone talks about Swiffer and not Bona," one Amazon reviewer said of this versatile hard-surface mop that features a washable microfiber pad that effectively grabs dirt, dust and debris from floors. The concentrated cleaning solution, which you mix yourself in the refillable cartridge, protects floors from discoloration and harm with the Bona pH-neutral formulation.

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A coffee and espresso machine descaler (15% off list price)

Your coffee and espresso machine requires regular maintenance to make sure it's functioning at its best and reviewers are "absolutely shocked" at how well this descaler powder by DēLonghi performs. "It literally brought my coffee back to life. I used the waste liquid in my kettle, and now that’s brand new again too," one reviewer writes.

This eco-friendly and biodegradable solution is compatible with all major machines and uses lactic acid to help remove limescale and buildup, extend the life of your appliance, improve brew time and temperature and the taste of your coffee.

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A lo-fi vacuum that has restored my rugs to pre-cat hair perfection

For a long time, I'd seen reviewers call this simple, yet effective corded vacuum from Shark "the best vacuum ever," and I finally put it to the test when I used it on my cat hair-ridden rugs — needless to say, I was shocked at its performance. The Shark Navigator Lift-Away may be a more traditional-looking vacuum, but what it lacks in bells and whistles it makes up for in pure, indisputable power that managed to suction up an alarming amount of dust, hair and debris from virtually every surface in my home —even after I had just gone over them with both my stick vacuum and carpet rake.

It made my carpet appear so fluffy, vibrant and clean that I had to double-check the price I paid for such a gizmo. Part of the powerful suction can likely be attributed to the completely sealed HEPA filtration system, a pretty standard yet effective way to ensure that captured dust and debris do not escape. It switches from hard floor to carpet function with just a flick of a manual switch, and once shifted to carpet mode, the brush roller jumps into action, creating a suction that’s so powerful that the vacuum almost drags me along.

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A Swiffer PowerMop kit that'll keep your floors shining (33% off list price)

You can snatch up this battery-powered Swiffer PowerMop kit for all sorts of hard floors. Each of the mop pads has hundreds of little scrubbing strips to grab and remove messes, and the mop tilts and swivels to make it especially easy to get under furniture and in hard-to-reach areas. The set comes with the PowerMop spray mop, two pad refills, two batteries and a bottle of floor-cleaning solution.

"This mop is really fantastic. I was absolutely shocked at how much dirt it picked up from my floors!" one Amazon reviewer (out of many, might I add) said of this powerful mop.

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Bissell Little Green Pet Deluxe carpet and upholstery cleaner (31% off list price)

This may just be one of the most beloved cleaning tools we cover — and possibly the one with the most ardent cult following. Even members of our own newsroom have joined the ranks of Bissell Little Green faithfuls who love its ability to scrub away, suck up and eliminate stains and messes, both old and new.

"Boy, am I ever glad I bought one of these a few years ago," wrote Janie Campbell, our former deals editor. "Every time I spill food on my rug — and this happens a lot — I just run for the Little Green, flip it on, spend a scant minute scrubbing and breath a sigh of relief. It gets stains out of carpet and rugs with a spray-and-scrub brush that also vacuums up the dirty water into the dirty water tank. It's saved me from soy sauce, ketchup, dollops of curry and more than one dropped sandwich."

"I am SHOCKED at the dirt this thing picks up," one self-proclaimed clean freak wrote in an Amazon review. "It is powerful and has strong suction that picks up deep stains. I’ve already used it a few dozen times to clean up mud spots and after a dog who was sick. Big messes seem like they never happened. It gets up coffee spills and even cleaned my light upholstered bed frame that was so dirty."

The Little Green Pet Deluxe is essentially the same as the classic but with an additional stain trapper attachment and an extra bottle of cleaning solution with Oxyclean.

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Possibly the most popular dishwashing liquid ever (15% off list price)

Thanks to a special ingredient, Dawn’s unique Powerwash dish spray is able to replicate the food-disintegrating power of an overnight soak in a matter of minutes. This 64-ounce spray bottle comes with three refills and a whole lot of reviews testifying to its grease-busting power. One in particular who used the Powerwash dish spray on a grimy wall and was shocked at how one just one pass with a microfiber towel took off.

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The knee- and back-saving electric spin scrubber (29% off list price)

For people with mobility issues or back and knee pain, bending over to clean the bathtub and other parts of your home can be a real hassle. This top-selling electric spin scrubber, however, makes the process a breeze.

With a variety of attachments and a retractable rod, the scrubber lets you reach high corners, cleaning wide surfaces and even touch the ground, all without bending your body. Tidy reviewers flooded the reviews section, noting that the scrubber is a significant quality-of-life upgrade and a handy back-saving tool. One reviewer sums it up nicely: “My back, neck, knees, wrists are saved! Bye bye, elbow grease!” Another said, "I am shocked at how amazing this scrubber works. I will never go back to my old ways of just spraying and rinsing again. There was so much grime and dirt sitting there and this thing got it all off!"