Stock your cleaning caddy with these must-have helpers.

Microfiber Cloths

Microfiber picks up and absorbs dirt and other particles more effectively than cotton rags or sponges.

Telescoping Duster

Dusters come in many forms, but one of the most useful types is the telescoping duster.

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If your home has hardwood or laminate flooring, atop-quality broomis the ideal tool for daily cleaning.

(Aim tovacuum high trafficked areas once a week, and less frequently-used spaces once a month.)

citrus patterned sponges

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Specialty brooms can help you make the most of your cleaning routine.

If you have pets, a rubber-bristled broom makes sweeping up pet hair a breeze.

Vacuum

A vacuum is another essential toolbut its usefulness extends far beyond cleaning floors.

scrubbing bathroom floor with brush and baking soda cleaning solution

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using string mop on tile floor

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