Thank you so much for watching! You can find all of the cleaning products mentioned here: www.amazon.com/shop/minimalmom/list/3PUF2STC81FK4 Get the Free 5 Page Cleaning Products & Spring Cleaning Guide here: www.theminimalmom.com/pl/2148300123 Have a great day! - Dawn

@angelabrodie2483

2 ай бұрын

Cleaning under and/or behind your refrigerator is essential to keep it working properly…especially where the vents and coils are!!! You can literally extend the life of your appliances by years, simply keeping the ventilation areas clear of dust and debris.

@ArtingFromScratch

2 ай бұрын

I got the angry mama for a gift. It's called angry mama because steam comes out of her head 😤 Also the scrub daddy texture changes in hot and cold water and his smile and eyes and ridges to clean utensils.... check out BASEBOARD DADDY

@SnowySpiritRuby

2 ай бұрын

Have you tried Branch Basics dishwasher tablets? My mom and I have both had really good results with them, so might be worth trying if you want a natural one that might work better than Molly's Suds. Might depend on the type of water (city vs. well), and possibly the kind of dishwasher, but if you want to try another natural one, I would highly suggest that one.

@laurabotts4064

2 ай бұрын

Yes and it's also a fire hazard for the dust to build up around the refrigerator coils or the motor so it's important to keep it dust free.

@LisaDupree-sf7fi

2 ай бұрын

Try Bar Keeper’s Friend cleanser on the ceramic stovetop. I also use it for sinks. Lisa Anne Dupree 🙂🌻🦋

Loved the spin brush for car mats…….what about doing a video dedicated to all things “cars” would be great!! Car storage hacks, car cleaning products and tools, car necessities, tips for keeping car tidy. ALL WITH YOUR REAL NO NONSENSE OPINIONS….thats why we watch YOU!! 😍 🚗 ….and maybe engage Tom or one or the boys to help! We always enjoy them! 💙💙💙

@oliviarucker5013

2 ай бұрын

Yes I would like to see this as well!

@joditripp7003

2 ай бұрын

Yes please!

@intherockies

2 ай бұрын

Does the spin brush work better than a shop vac, or small vacuum? I try not to buy a bunch of extras so I'm wondering if it's really worth it.

One trick I learned with laundry stains is to spray the backside of the stain first and then spray the stain itself. I dunno if this will help anyone else. I just thought i would mention it. A lot of good tips and thank you for testing these out Dawn. 😊

Bar Keepers Friend is the way to go for the glass stove top. No waiting time at all. Just make a paste and scrub it and it comes right off.

@kindredanastasia

2 ай бұрын

yet if it's stubborn, just add some dwell time. it cuts the scrubbing way down

@ri-riparkin3438

2 ай бұрын

Does it work well for shower glass build up?

@janetgutierrez33

2 ай бұрын

Except barkeepers friend stinks like a sour dishcloth. Use Bon Ami instead.

@estherlongly6557

2 ай бұрын

When you cook on top that stuff it really makes it stick. Good work!!

@kristenp6547

2 ай бұрын

Or Bon Ami

DAWN!!! I have been wanting to contact you. I have been a simple living/minimalist for 35 years. I am 68! What is sorely needed is ideas for keeping the house clean for Seniors! We are a big group of mostly Baby Boomers❤Also,at our age we are contending with health and mobility issues that we never thought we would experience. I am an avid watcher of you and other women into the minimalist lifestyle but many of us cannot do some of the deep cleaning or organization of changing old habits. How refreshing it would be to see someone over 65, dealing with living alone, or having medical/handicap issues. We get so tired and so 😅easily that some of the suggestions are not available for us. We have no handy husband or even enough money to spend on a handyman to even put up a shelf. Families are often too far away, too busy, or just not able to be available. Just a thought for you and your fellow experts to explore😊

@helenramsdell1959

2 ай бұрын

I'm 57 and a wee bit younger than you but I've been thinking about this, too, for the longest time. I'm disabled and its so hard to clean. I try and so does my hubby but many times with being in pain, the cleaning is taking a back seat because regular cleaning tools are hard to use when mobility and pain is an issue.

@limonade2684

2 ай бұрын

I bought the best vacuum robot I could get and let it run. New furniture has to go down to the floor or it has to have high legs for the robot, nothing inbetween. I have enough dishes to fill the dishwasher slowly and I put all the pans and pots in it. In my new kitchen I have a very broad sink for the huge baking trays. The countertop is made of good plastic, easy to clean and no liquid can make stains. Since retirement I don't iron anymore. I miss silk and cashmere, but I am not willing to maintain it.

@HappyNanny10

2 ай бұрын

My experience also! I have always cleaned my own home. My husband was very complimentary when he came home from work , telling me he appreciated me and loved that we had a clean home. That was several years ago, he passed away 8 years ago, I still try to keep a clean home, my physical Problems make it more difficult to do all I want to do or need to do. I love watching you young ladies organize and clean , but I just have to watch and do the best I can. Did not intend this post to sound whiney or complaining , just sharing! And I’m in agreement with another post who has about my same problem, show some cleaning tips for us seniors to help us!!

@HappyNanny10

2 ай бұрын

Ps. I’m 86 years old, forgot to add that!

@martaortiz7214

Ай бұрын

I’m 73 and dealing with arthritis, total knee replacement since Jun/2023 and other ailments that most of us Baby Boomers are facing. I also lost my husband 8 yrs. ago who used to do our handy work at home! It’s very debilitating to keep up a clean house when you’re in pain and can’t afford a cleaning person to do it for you! Even though my two children try to help but both have their own jobs and families to take care of. So Dawn it would be nice to have you or someone to coach us on how to do “minimalist cleaning” for us old gals 😊 thank you and God bless!❤

This haircut is so cute on you, Dawn!

@konimasters3376

2 ай бұрын

I used that dull side for like three years before I realized why I had to scrub the stove top so much. 😆

@grandmasewhappyhomestead187

2 ай бұрын

I agree her hair cut is so nice

@andreaanthony530

2 ай бұрын

Yes your hair is so cute!

I hope you have Corbin on your payroll. He is such a good guy. I love the Swedish cloth. Just throw in the washer

Dawn, I giggled when you said: "Are you the type of person who cleans under the fridge? I guess I could become one." I'm not and I think I never will. But I enjoyed seeing you clean yours.

@anthonyfalcone5605

2 ай бұрын

I just got a new fridge,but when the guys moved the old one,there were at least 80 cough drops, 7 q-tips, 2 rubber mice ,1 liquid medicine cap, and at least several dozen small paint brushes!! My cat used to play with all of these when he was younger,and then they would get "lost" under the fridge! I was VERY EMBARRASED!!!!!!!!!!

@bumblebee_mrs

2 ай бұрын

@@anthonyfalcone5605 Don't be embarrassed, I must admit I swapped my fridge only a year ago and I know I found 4 pens, balls of dust and cat toys under there too. You don't want to know what I found in the couch. I think this is just what happens, and I'm sure the fridge people that came to your house have seen much worse.

@anthonyfalcone5605

2 ай бұрын

@@bumblebee_mrs Thank you for making me feel "normal" !

Love love love the sweetish dishcloth. Wash in clothes washer and hang dry. I change mine once per day. Last 6-8 months. For better vinegar, put orange peels in glass jar with vinegar and let sit for couple weeks/forever - just refill. Pretty smelling vinegar!

The razor thing got me, I've done that at work before and felt super dumb, glad I'm not the only one! Candid and honest, great content.

@TheMinimalMom

2 ай бұрын

I'm glad that I'm not the only one, too!!! :) We'll stick together!

I use Bar Keepers Friend on my glass cooktop. It works very well

@MyFocusVaries

2 ай бұрын

I use the Vileda scrunge specifically made for ceramic glass cooktops. Magic.

My solutions: Cleaning under appliances - I use a yardstick and pull an old sock over the end Cleaning shower/tub - I use a Dollar Tree broom and handle, has been a real back saver!

The Dawn powerwash is wonderful for cleaning the shower/tub. No toxic fumes

@queenb9070

2 ай бұрын

100% My son works at a job where he gets really dirty and greasy. Dawn Powerwash is the only thing that cuts it and makes cleaning much much easier

@lindak1768

2 ай бұрын

We use Dawn Powerwash for lots of things! It’s great a stain treatment for the laundry also.

I use a yardstick with a cleaning cloth tied over one end to reach under the stove to sweep out dusty cereal bits, etc. And it works overtime by itself to swat tennis balls and small toys out from under the sofa or bureau.😊

@kkoeshall9136

2 ай бұрын

I'll bet you could use a yardstick with just a boy's crew sock on it and you'd have the same thing right?

@celticsurfersully13

2 ай бұрын

That's what I do!

@NLY1WAY4U

2 ай бұрын

That is what I do too...works well with an old sock or microfiber rag.

@user-ew9xt3bl1c

2 ай бұрын

Also for chasing ceiling cobwebs, I love it when the good old school tools work the best & are multi function 😊

@juliedewyse8436

2 ай бұрын

I pull out the oven drawer and am able to wash the floor under that way. Works way better for me than the cleaning cloth over the yard stick. Obviously this won't work for people that don't have a drawer

I love the Swedish dish cloths. I keep them in a Dollar Tree napkin holder under the sink and get out a fresh one every morning. They're super easy to wash with the laundry, and they last at least a year.

Cleaning under and behind appliances Is actually important! It extends the life of them!

Love that you are so real! Admitting that you hadn't turned the blade around while trying to clean the stove top, made me laugh! We've all done something like that. Showing your dirt under the fridge was the best. I am definitely buying that tool. I have been watching Midwest Magic Cleaning, who helps and cleans hoarder's homes. He enters some of those homes and actually has used oven cleaner not only on the stove tops but on counter tops and toilet bowls as well. He lets them sit a long time and there hasn't been damage.

I think she's "angry" mama cos she's "steaming" mad lol

@TheMinimalMom

2 ай бұрын

Ok, that makes more sense!! :)

@jennylhenry78

2 ай бұрын

Or because mom opened the microwave and her family left it dirty again. LOL

@loposo4510

2 ай бұрын

I like the Dawn powerwash when I can get it on sale and re-use the bottle using a tsp of dish soap, a drop of alcohol, and water to fill also a few drops of essential oil. . Almost just as good as the original.

@juliewright1895

2 ай бұрын

May 10th is the last day.

@shellywilliamswilliamscomp783

2 ай бұрын

you got it

I personally love the soap pump extension. I have one that I installed when I redid my kitchen back in 2021 and game changer. I needed to decide if I wanted a pump drilled into the counter and I didn’t want to have to change out the soap all the time. Then I found out about this and WOW. I buy one really big bottle and only have to change it once per year. I liked it so much I ended up buying one as a gift for my Mom. She never used her soap dispenser because she disliked filling the soap. Protip: those extra caps they give you for all of the possible options, you can put on the plastic tube under the sink so you don’t have to store them. I love when you don’t have to store extra parts. Then when I need to change out the soap, I have everything I need in one spot (to be honest, I end up usually buying the same thing the next year so it is like 2 seconds to change out the bottle.

Great ‘real’ video Dawn. I look forward so much to your new videos. Re that angry momma thing. I saw this for the first time about eight years ago. I hated them then and I still hate them now. How stupid to buy a single purpose product like that when a bowl of water and vinegar would do the same job. There is so much unnecessary plastic crap being manufactured on this planet and these angry mommas are for me symbolic of this. I wonder how many angry mommas are pushed into the back of cupboards and never used. Dawn I’m glad you came to the conclusion that a coffee cup of vinegar and water would do the same job.

To vacuum down in the dryer, use a paper towel roll taped to the vacuum. It squishes into the space well.

@ahatch7534

2 ай бұрын

I tried this and it just collapsed the roll and sucked it shut. I bought a helpful attachment on Amazon that I have loved!

@Awalsh147

Ай бұрын

@@ahatch7534 which one???? :)

Why can’t you just use a Pyrex measuring cup with same cleaning formula? Microwave…Works and no extra stuff.

@dianasimplifies

2 ай бұрын

You can! And honestly I just use a cloth and Dawn dish soap. Works fine.

@dorothyyoung8231

2 ай бұрын

I agree 100%. I microwave a mug of water for three minutes, then let it sit for 10 or 15 minutes. The steam softens the gunk. If I need a spritz of Windex (homemade) or Dawn Powerwash, they’re within reach. There is NO NEED to waste a lemon or vinegar in the water.

@dorothyyoung8231

2 ай бұрын

You can refill Dawn Powerwash bottles.

@sunshine3914

2 ай бұрын

Just plain water will work.

@susanconley4842

2 ай бұрын

Love Swedish dish cloths..use them, wash them and reuse them again…over and over

I’m so impressed… that you read instructions! 😂 But really, thank you for reinforcing that even with the “right” product it’s all about the motion of doing the task consistently over miracle products! ✨

Love this yearly video on cleaning!!!!

The Dawn spray works great as a laundry degreaser too. I love that stuff it has so many uses. I love that you do these product test because having the right tools makes the chores so much easier.

I love my Swedish dishcloths! I got a pack from Costco about 3 months ago and we're still using the same one. It still looks good as new even after being washed at least weekly. There isn't any pilling or stains. They do get hard and shrink after washing, but once you add water they get nice and soft. I didn't know you could put them in the dishwasher. I'm going to start doing that. I really like them for wiping down counters, and my Scrub Daddy for dishes!

@smallhouseinthemeadow6131

2 ай бұрын

That is what I do, or I microwave a lemon half and it works well too.

@TheMinimalMom

2 ай бұрын

This is super helpful to know, and I had no idea that Costco sells them, thank you!!

@rmrfamily

Ай бұрын

@@TheMinimalMom & @juliemcmahan1207 Wish I can find the Swedish dishcloths at my local Costco. I might try to get them online. I did find an 8-count box of Scrub Daddy pads there that my 16yo grandson was thrilled to get! (the kitchen is one of his chores at his house) I love them now, too!

I love that you are a minimalist but also willing to have fun and trying things. The biggest part of my journey was letting go of having to keep it because i spent money on it. (Or someone else).. im more cautious about what i buy but i dont libe in fear of buying stuff

Really appreciate this review. Have been wondering about some of these products. Thanx for your research.

I’m so glad you updated us on the scrub daddy holder😂I was wondering 😊

I put my fridge on rollers, it raised it high enough that i can sweep and mop under there with my microfiber sweeper, and easily pull it out to mop properly and dust behind it on the deep clean. I was greatful after we smashed a jar recently that i could 100% make sure we got all the glass up.

I've had those swedish dish cloths for several years now, and they're still going strong. We love them! They do look a little dingy, but they work just as well and I've washed them in the washing machine many times.

@TheMinimalMom

2 ай бұрын

This is really helpful to know -- thank you!!!

@sophiahegmann8387

2 ай бұрын

Same here!

@dianaleininger1227

2 ай бұрын

I got the swedish dish cloths. I was impressed with the way stains washed out just at the sink. I made chocolate ice cream which of course dropped and the chocolate came out easily. However I don't think there are as good as microfiber at cleaning countertops or stovetop. They don't wring out as dry as the microfiber. What I have enjoyed and found more useful than I thought I would, are the flannel cloths that are sold as reusable paper towels. I mainly use paper towels to drain grease so I don't use the flannels for that. But for other small odd jobs I really like them.

@MusedeMented

2 ай бұрын

They're not called that here in Australia, but we have the same thing and I've used them for years. They're great!

@juliew3635

2 ай бұрын

Love these. I toss in the dishwasher and they come clean.

Love you Dawn! Thank you for trying these products to save us time and money 👌🏼

The video I needed! You just saved me so much money. I need to restock cleaning stuff and I had been debating what to buy. Thank you!!

I use my Dyson with the long attachment to vacuum the lint trap on the dryer about once a month. Easy peasy and effective.

@TheMinimalMom

2 ай бұрын

Ok, that's a really good idea, thank you!!!

@michellekey8150

2 ай бұрын

You can also add a paper towel roll to the end of the vacuum to flatten and reach deeper or thinner areas (Cass's tip on her channel)

We need a Tom update

Thank you Dawn for the great video as always. I love the Swedish dish clothes and have found them to be durable and easy to use. Mine have not pilled or torn with frequent use. I love that they don’t get as bad smelling as a traditional dish cloth. I actually bleach mine and run through the dishwasher at times as well. As a minimalist it is a game changer for me and I love the low profile and small amount of space to store them. Thank you for your wisdom and the kindness you put out in the world❤

Thank you so much for this video!!! So enjoyable to watch, super helpful, and I have to say your laugh is so cute!

You look so good in blue, makes your eyes pop! Love your content. Happy Easter!

I love my silicone broom! I do have a dog that's in the house more than she's outside, so it is fabulous for grabbing the dog hair but not sticking to it like it does the fibers of a regular broom. I almost never use my regular broom anymore. I am also a fan of the scrub mommy sponges. They have the soft side for more delicate dishes and the more abraisive side for scrubbing. Thank you Dawn for doing these videos, you've saved me money on a few products that I'd had my eyes on wondering how well they worked or didn't.

Thanks Dawn for testing those products! I ordered the duster. I quickly tried it on the ceiling fan blades and it worked!! Excited to clean my ceiling fans and baseboards (protect my back). 🙏🏽😍

I love my Swedish dishcloths! I wash mine in the washing machine and that works well. I love that they are so absorbent and cushy. I used to always reach for my crocheted cotton cloths, but now I find myself reaching for these first.

I used Barkeeper's friend powder. I wanted to let you know that it worked well for me.

New Subscriber...So that's why the razor for my glass stovetop didn't work well. Did not know that I had to turn it around. Thank you Dawn! Great video!!! I love your channel!

SUPER cute hair style Dawn!

Perfect timing for this video! I was just looking at the Shower Scrubber on Amazon the other day and have been trying to make up my mind. I appreciate your review.

Dawn, thank you for sharing the cleaning products. I, too, can be influenced by some people I follow on Instagram. I am glad you tried these out so I can see how well they worked or not! I also appreciate you not editing the part when you were cleaning under the refrigerator and kept it real. ❤

I have used swedish dishclothes for many years and the lighter colored dishcloths do stain eventually, I soak them in a sink full of water with a laundry stain remover with borax or bleach for 30 minutes or more. These are very durable and last for months. When they are just slightly damp they work as you would use a paper towel. They don't get sour smelling like regular dishcloths

@petrakihlstrom8163

2 ай бұрын

I never use bleach or chlorine in my home it's something my mom never used and I never use it either. I wash my dishcloths in the washingmachine in atleast 60°C (about 140° F) it's your Hot cycle I think. Only detergent, no softener or bleach. It destroys the cloth. The hot water combine with the just right amount of detergent makes the cloth clean and bacteria free. It will last montessori and months. Hangdry is to prefer to keep the absorption capacity.

@Ancestral_Amalisa

2 ай бұрын

I would suggest to air dry them, flat or hung

@bcfriardoyle7697

2 ай бұрын

I wash the Swedish dishcloths every couple days in the dishwasher or use the microwave like I do with regular sponges. I’m not crazy about Molly Suds either. My cleaning lady asked for the O’ Cedar too, glad I can give you the sale. 😊

@nancycoates4582

2 ай бұрын

You need to use Barkeepers Friend on the stove. It works when you make a paste. I cleaned the stove top in a house I bought that was so bad I thought I’d have to replace it. It worked perfectly.

Love all your decluttering tips and have implemented so many of them

This makes me excited to clean:) I am looking fw to making housewarming gifts of all these favorites. Super cool.

I finally tried your shower cleaning spray mix and it worked SO well. No more endless scrubbing, loads of limescale came off after letting the mixture sit and giving it a quick wipe ! Thank you !! 😊

I LOVE you & I really enjoyed this video! Swedish dishcloths are just weird when dry, since they are stiff. Yes, they get grubby when it is time to get rid of. I just prefer the flexible fabric of cloths. I just use cotton washcloths & cut up old towels & cut up old flannel blankets for kitchen cleaning. I use cut up tshirts for napkins. Sooo much more effective at cleaning bbq sauce from fingers & even wipe the table down afterwards! For the stove, try Bar Keepers stovetop cleaner... our stove is MANY years old & looks nearly new... & we cook 95% of meals!

I love that you reviewed these products. I have a very small residential cleaning company and so love to see real reviews on new products that I haven’t tried. I do have to say that flat tool is amazing for cleaning under fridges, on top of built in fridges, and under stoves as well as the back of fridges if you don’t want to move it out. Personally i can’t see it working very well for fan blades. One of my go to dusters is the long swiffer duster. It extends to 6 feet and I purchased the reusable/washable duster heads. Love your channel!❤

Just subscribed! Thank you for doing the testing and demonstrations of the products! (and keeping them REAL & HONEST!) The Scrub Daddy sponges are my 16yo grandson's fave item to use in the kitchen. I got him some at Costco recently and kept 1 for myself. LOVE IT, TOO! Wish I would have found you sooner! I'll be watching your videos on this rainy Spring day. Came back to mention that my new go-to mop is from Microfiber Wholesale as well as their microfiber cloths. I love how sturdy the mop is and how LONG it can extend. I have a small house and kitchen, therefore I got the 10" mop head.

Yes, we're good friends...it's all right!! Thank you for giving us tips on the toilet cleaning!! That 1 brush and zep cleaner = homerun!! 💗💗💗

Love dawn powerwash for laundry stains too. It works great there so it’s multipurpose in my house!!

Oooh so into the topic of this video. Thank you so much for testing for all of us cleaning geeks!

I just love Corbin!!! 😅 so smart and resourceful!!

Great video! I gambled and put car mats in the washing machine after vacuuming. Worked great. Air dry.

I just ordered the Folex from your link. I just got new carpet and I need something that works on hand for just in case! Thank you!

Thanks for the video. I learned a lot❤❤❤

Hi Dawn 😊 I use the Swedish dish cloths and absolutely love them! It's my go to for dishes and especially wiping kitchen counters and table. Super effective and soft to touch. They've held up after several washes, but do dry kind of "crispy", so they don't fold up neatly. Not to worry though, as soon as you add water, they loosen right up and become soft again.

For my glass top stove I use my bissell steam shot and razor blade. Works like magic!

@ohnoyce

2 ай бұрын

Was thinking vinegar and baking soda paste under plastic wrap for dwell time...

I just bought and used the flat duster... Specifically for under my fridge and washer/dryer... Omg what came out of there.... I loved it... Easy to store

Love the family project in the kitchen. Good job

Thank you from saving me from buying the Pink Stuff. Another great, informative video! I love your productive, practical and most importantly, honest content. It's so helpful to many. ❤

I love the bottle for power wash. But just refill it with 3 tbs of platinum Dawn and a tsp of rubbing alcohol and fill with warm water to the top shake to mix …. We have refilled it weekly for over a year and we use Sooo much less dishwashing liquid

@cherylketelsen5217

2 ай бұрын

I do the same thing! A real $ saver!!!!

The dryer brush does not work, but I guarantee you there is lots of lint in the bottom that is unreachable. I have taken the lint holder apart by unscrewing it from the inside (time consuming), but you would be shocked how much lint gets smashed down and is in the bottom.

@mieander

2 ай бұрын

I have a top lint trap, so this brush fits down it really well, I can see that it's not right for the door traps. I still take the back of my dryer apart every few months to deep clean with a vaccum. (Hey dryer designers, please make a hatch for us to quickly clean out the dryers without using a screwdriver please?)

@ETcallhome

2 ай бұрын

I 've heard that a leaf blower will blow the lint outside. No mess inside.

@jananneshipley3687

2 ай бұрын

actually, some older dryers have a panel under the dryer door that just pops open by inseerting a butter knife or screwdriver. My whirlpool is made like that and it is so handy. I wish everyone knew that they need to be cleaning out the inside of the dryer regularly to prevent fires, just as well as cleaning out the dryer hose and the vent leading out of the house. I just wish the dryer manufacturers were more concerned about safety and yes, made the dryer inside easily accessed, and also, if they could make it to where all that lint couldnt get down into all those crevices. lol @@mieander

@jananneshipley3687

2 ай бұрын

the leaf blower can be used to blow lint out of the dryer vent leading outside. But, I use a shop vac to clean out the inside of the dryer. I first vacuum everything accessible then use the blower port to get to any hard to access spaces, and then vacuum again. @@ETcallhome

@theynot4u

2 ай бұрын

​@ETcallhome that's a good idea!

Love when you try new products and give us honest review.

Love the floor mat idea! Thank you!!

Love my broombie!!

Save dawn bottle and put pink stuff in it and see how it sprays!

@dianasimplifies

2 ай бұрын

That's exactly what I was thinking. Use it up! 😂

I’m a huge fan of Dawn detergent. Great video - thank you for sharing your impression on these cleaning products!!

Love the soap dispenser kit! I started making my own dishwasher cubes. Super easy and the soap doesn't build up in the dishwasher.

Dawn @TheMinimalMom , I saw a couple things that I wanted to comment on. The very first time I ever saw you talk about Molly Suds I was curious because I have been looking for something with out the big jugs and something more natural. I looked on Amazon at Molly suds, and was kind of appalled at the price. I looked at the ingredients and then I made my own. I used 1 1/2 cups each of baking soda and of washing soda, a 1/2 cup of Epsom salts and a 1/4 cup of sea salt and then 20 to 30 drops of essential oils (not lemon). It seems really strong when you're mixing it up because of the essential oils but you only use one tablespoon per load So it's not going to smell that strong at all on your clothes. Mine stay nice and fresh even in my closet afterwards. So essentially for about 10 to $12 worth of ingredients I have a year's worth of laundry soap. I love it and it's been working so well that I shared the recipe with my daughter and she loves it. I also shared it with several friends who also made it and liked it so well they shared it with their other friends. So I just wanted to mention it to you because it's certainly way more economical than Molly Suds. I have it labeled as Molly's Suds copycat On another note when you were talking about your mom's glass top stove, my daughter's stove looked just like that and it had been like that for years. I sprayed it with a little bit of water and then I put baking soda on it and let it sit for just a couple minutes and then using one of those green Scotch-Brite scrubby things I got it off in minutes. And it looked like new. I watched that on somebody else's KZread video, maybe Do It On A Dime or something, and I tried it and I was so impressed because it's so simple and everyday ingredients. Thanks so much for all you do, I enjoy all your videos.

@Karen-vs2fo

2 ай бұрын

❤THANK YOU SO MUCH for the recipe for Molly's Suds copycat!! I've been using it for a year and have def noticed an improvement in cleanliness and it's better for my daughter's eczema I am beyond excited at the prospect of being able to get it cheaper! But how did you figure out the proportions of the ingredients??

@farmgirl4958

2 ай бұрын

Thank you for the recipe! I’ll give it a try.

@rachelperkins9964

2 ай бұрын

Thank you for posting your homemade recipe. Do you have a he front load washer or top load? If it is he, do you put it in the drum itself or in the dispenser? I haven’t used powder in our he and wondering how well it dissolves since there isn’t much water.

@kkoeshall9136

2 ай бұрын

@@rachelperkins9964 I do not have an HE washer, mine is probably older in his top load and I just start the water running and throw in the tablespoon of powder and then start loading my clothes right away. I think the key is that you don't want to use more than that tablespoon unless you're washing like a whole big load of really really dirty clothes like from a husband that works construction or something you know? I tried making something similar to this years ago and I thought there's no way one tablespoon will get everything clean so I did two and my coloreds faded a little bit. So I threw it all away. Dumb move but I learned, so now I stick to my one tablespoon for a load and it works! I hope you try it. *** I might add, I order a bottle of essential oil from Eden's Garden called "Cleaning" and I use that as my essential oil in my laundry detergent. And also, I put some in a small spray bottle with filtered water and like a teaspoon of rubbing alcohol or witch hazel for a room spray and it smells amazing.

@debbieduggan6796

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing the recipe. I have a question. You said you don't use lemon essential oil. Is there a reason not to use it, or is it just personal choice?

Dollar Tree has the silicone broom end to attach to your broom stick, that has bristles and it works well. DT also has the fluffy ceiling fan cleaner to attach to a broom stick, too.

@PhotogWannabe23

2 ай бұрын

I have both those items, as well. We have a cat and the broom is so helpful at corraling her fur lol. Wonder if this broom would work better bc it's flexible? The only trouble I have with the ceiling fan cleaner is it takes a little finagling to get the blades through.

I really enjoy you and your decision making process!!!

Thank you for testing all these products!

Just use the Dyson on your floor mats. It also works great on hard floors. I never sweep anything. I use a vacuum on all flooring. ❤❤❤❤

@kcaruso54

2 ай бұрын

Yes! I came here to say this. I use my Dyson cordless vacuum for all my flooring. Sooo much easier!

@MyFocusVaries

2 ай бұрын

So funny. I was really engaged in the broom demo. I also have a Dyson and never sweep. 😂

@madelinemarosi1405

2 ай бұрын

I love my Dyson and also use it on my tile floor, works great!

@ohnoyce

2 ай бұрын

Was actually the reason I bought the cordless dyson! Kitchen, laundry and 2 bathrooms. Game changer!

@Pamela-B

2 ай бұрын

Same! I use my Dyson on all floor surfaces.

Folex takes stains out of everything. It is not just for carpets. I love it. I just took dried blood out of white shirt and it worked perfectly. For grease stains I use D-Limonene 100% FOOD GRADE Citrus Solvent. It is sold by Amazon and dissolves all grease.

Yes!!! Been wanting to do this! Thank you!

The Dyson is the best - so easy to use and clean - no filters and great if you have a pet. AND all of the attachments work!

Seems to me that it would be easier and more efficient to just pull the fridge away from the wall and sweep. That is what I do about twice a year

@mammacass5311

2 ай бұрын

My fridge is too heavy for me to move

@hazelmeldrum5860

2 ай бұрын

Live alone do not have the strength now to pull a fridge freezer out from a tight area so I have to look for ideas

@mammacass5311

2 ай бұрын

@@hazelmeldrum5860 I got the thing Dawn was showing a while back and it does work well you don’t even have to get down on the floor like she did

You are spot on...I do not like that it is called angry mama either...I say no anger...just joy and smiles!!

I am going to try some of the products you tried. Thanks for sharing.

I have the cleaner you used under the frig and I love it. I also LOVE my mop. I have found that I go a little crazy when it comes to getting the gadgets. The mop is truly the best thing I’ve bought.

I like Dawn Powerwash for smudges on my stainless steel appliances. Works better than cleaners made for stainless steel. I make refills with Dawn, rubbing alcohol and water.

As for laundry stains - SPRAY NINE is very good for removing blood, chocolate, grease, tomato sauce, etc. I've always gotten stains out completely. I spray the stain with the SPRAY NINE and use an old tooth brush to scrub the spot and then machine wash immediately. Never leave it to soak - just spray and scrub right away with a toothbrush. Works great !

Love the stove debacle we did the same thing to ours to clean! Love the scrub daddy, will consider the holder. I line the Clorox wand toilet bowl cleaners. Will try the molly suds for laundry. Currently using sheets because it’s so easy. Thank you for sparing me buying these things. I love your cleaning test videos.

Dawn, this was a fun and informative video. I look forward to seeing you try different products each year. It is clear that your followers love you! I read so many positive and encouraging comments. I was so sad and surprised to read some mean spirited and hurtful ones, though! I hope you don't take any of these to heart. There are just some people in this world that feel the need to be unkind and try to hurt others. You have created a warm and very useful place on the internet, that is also a ministry. Thank you for all you do and don't let the turkeys get you down! 😊

About the skinny lint brush, it really becomes useful if you remove the dryer filter assembly (takes undoing three screws normally) and use the lint brush in the larger cavity in the dryer where the filter assembly usually sits. That's because lint tends to stick on the internal metal walls and start layering. That skinny lint brush is a wonder at scraping the stuck-on lint off. Then you can use a vacuum hose attachment connected to your vacuum and suck it all up. The cavity will be much cleaner for longer term cleaning. Plus, it is much easier to clean the filter assembly by spraying it down in the kitchen sink because it has a lot of spots where lint likes to hide. Then you can reattach it. It can take less than half an hour, but you are giving your dryer a much better deep clean. Bonus: When you do remove the filter assembly, you see the connection wires for the sensor that sits right by the filter assembly. Lint gets stuck there easily, and then a smart dryer may send out false warnings about the heating or the lint buildup in the machine. Keeping that connection clean can save you money from unnecessary repair call outs.

I think I'd like the new broom. I love the Swedish dishcloths. They do a great job, all purpose. Like other things, clean them in the top rack of the dishwasher...They last a long time. They don't break-down often. They don't get grubby unless you use them for really grubby stuff, just like everything else. I've been using them for years. They can be expensive or reasonable, depending. I use a soft pumice stone with a handle (made for the purpose ) to move occasional rings that form in the toilet bowl. You wet the stone in the bowl first.

Thanks, Dawn . I learned a few things.

Love the car mat thingy!!❤❤❤

Angry mama is angry because steam comes out of her head, lol. Also, I don't think you added the water to the fill line. I've used angry mama for years, I enjoy that I'm not as angry as her. :)

I'm with you on the OCedar spin mop/bucket- married 50 years & have never had a better product

@MyFocusVaries

2 ай бұрын

In Canada, Vileda spin mop is the similar product. It's great.

@juliea.7142

2 ай бұрын

I don’t get it. I used it one time and never used it again. It does not move well on the floor and the plastic triangle keeps rubbing against the floor because there’s not a solid mop head. (With the plastic be in the middle) I had to keep lifting it to try to get the mop under the triangle so that the triangle didn’t hit the floor. Is there a trick to this?

@lillynevers7305

2 ай бұрын

@@juliea.7142 That happens to me for 2 different reasons- 1) I have concrete floors in the basement and it always drags just because of the floor texture, 2) if the floor is smooth I have to make sure all the stringy bits are spread out on the floor (just give it a shake after you wring it out) and that the top of the triangle was facing away from me. I'm not sure if I just mop at a weird angle but if the flat side is facing out I seem to almost scrape the floor.

@nikkidale1270

2 ай бұрын

wait I'm lost wth this comment.. what does being married 50 yrs have to do with the mop?😊

@juliea.7142

2 ай бұрын

I believe the top of the triangle can only go one way because of how it connects??

Dropps are amazing for laundry! ❤ So many good suggestions here!

Just starting the video but wanted to say LOVE your hair! The cut and how you styled it looks great on you 🙂

Let's talk about your cute shoes ❤❤❤😂😂😂 As far as the microwave cleaner goes all you need is a glass measuring cup or any microwaveable cup with vinegar and water in it, microwave it then wipe your microwave down. Easy and nothing new needed. ❤ well I kept watching and you said that lol😂 I'm a long time cleaning lady and Dawn or a knock off power wash (I got one at DG for $1) is essential for my business. I use it for bathtubs and showers.

@suzy1676

2 ай бұрын

❤ the tennies 👟

@robynh2390

2 ай бұрын

And if you don't like the smell of vinegar, use lemon juice and water; boil it in microwave, let it sit a few minutes, and wipe clean

@DaSexeB_a_PartOme

2 ай бұрын

She said she usually just uses a cup. She thought it might be cute like the Scrub Daddy sponge.

@dianasimplifies

2 ай бұрын

@@DaSexeB_a_PartOme yes I edited my comment while I was watching to reflect that she mentioned using a mug.

@suzie2080

2 ай бұрын

Yes let's talk about those shoes!

Sorry, Dawn, I am almost always a naysayer. They have something similar at the DT for sweeping the floors, just the bottom part and another for the fan blades. I did get two different sets of Swedish towels, I don't like them. I got them to get on board to take responsibility on taking care of our EARTH. I rather use old socks, t-shirts, old towels and any other rags. I cut them up to the sizes needed. I do have paper towels, but I only buy a 6 pk every 18 months or so, for the bad messes or to drain oil off of fried foods. For the dishwasher, I re-run it with only water and at that time I do the disinfect cycle. So I run it twice. I got a similar brush at a dollar store, that you are trying in your dryer opening/ where the lint trap goes. I use it for under the fridge and stove. Dishwashing soap is great for oil, foods, and blood stains before the washer. Thank you for all you do. Beyond how negative I tend to be, I truly need Your videos. Thank you for all you do ❣️🤔😒🫣

I love your videos and especially love your opinions on cleaning supplies! Can you PLEASE tell us where you got your shoes!!!?