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It’s time to roll up your sleeves and get the house sparkling.


Welcome to our 7-Day Cleaning Challenge! We’re so happy you’re here. Get ready for a week of our best tips, tricks, products, and advice from Drew and Jonathan. Don’t forget to check your inbox for the latest updates and keep this page bookmarked so you always have amazing cleaning tips on-hand when you need ‘em.  

We’re setting ourselves up right for the first day of our 2025 7-Day Cleaning Challenge. Get Drew and Jonathan’s best hacks, editor-loved products, and more.


Sometimes, we’re so focused on our interiors that we totally neglect the exteriors! Today, let’s tackle some outdoor maintenance together so your house can shine from the inside out.


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How to Clean Your Gutters in an Afternoon or Less


It’s important to help prevent water and structural damage.

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How to Trim Bushes So Your Landscaping Looks Beautiful


Not sure where to start? These pruning tips and tricks will help.

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We all fear it: the basement. But it’s finally time to roll up our sleeves and get the space clean and organized. Who’s with us?!


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15 Smart Basement Storage Ideas for a Tidy Space


In a basement, it’s important to keep your things both safe and organized.

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8 Best Dehumidifiers for the Basement


It’s the appliance you didn’t know you needed.

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These Stackable Storage Bins Are Game-Changers


They’re the ultimate organization superheroes.

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The garage doesn’t have to be a cluttered eyesore. These solutions will help you start fresh and get streamlined.


How to Clean a Garage Floor So It Looks Like New


Trust us, it makes all the difference.

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15 Best Garage Shelving Ideas to Make Sense of the Mess


These top-rated shelves will help get your house in order.

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18 Garage Storage Ideas to Control the Clutter


Say “hello” to the organized garage of your dreams.

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Toys, stuffies, and games, oh my! These simple tricks will restore order to the playroom…at least for a few minutes.


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15 Best Playroom Storage Ideas for Organized Fun


With these, you can say “goodbye” to the toy block battleground.

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How to Get Crayon Off Walls in the Easiest Way Possible


Hint: It’s a lot like brushing your teeth.

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Entryways and mudrooms are famously some of the most messy spots in the house. (It says it in the name: mud!) Take control of the clutter and get organized today.


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15 Mudroom Storage Ideas for a Warm Welcome


They’re versatile pieces that’ll streamline any size entryway.

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You made it through the 2025 7-Day Cleaning Challenge! Don’t forget to print your free chore lists below so you can keep your home sparkling all year long.


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You have access to last year’s Cleaning Challenge, as well. Keep scrolling for even more room-by-room tips.


First up: The best tips and tricks to get us in that cleaning mindset. Check out advice from Drew and Jonathan, plus more experts.


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The Spring Cleaning Supplies Checklist You Didn’t Know You Needed


Get ahead of your to-do list by having all the essentials on deck.

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Experts Share the Most Forgotten Spaces You Need to Clean ASAP


Don’t panic—we have all the tips you need to get started on your deep clean.

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The Most Frequently Asked Cleaning Questions and Qualms, Solved


The do-it-all cleaning FAQ you didn’t know you needed.

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The kitchen and laundry room are some of the busiest spaces in the house. Make sure they’re sparkling with these how-tos.


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Jonathan’s Best Laundry Room Organization Hacks


He has the best solutions to all your laundry problems!

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How to Get Your Cleanest Fridge Ever


Is there anything more satisfying than a freshly-cleaned fridge?

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No more grungy grout or clogged drains here! Let’s get this bathroom beautiful again.


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How to Clean and Unclog Your Bathroom Drain


Put down the stinky drain cleaner.

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10 Best Grout Cleaners to Get Your Bathroom Sparkling


These highly-rated formulas get the job done right the first time.

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You Gotta Clean That Showerhead—Here’s How


Let’s get that shower squeaky clean.

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15 Small Bathroom Storage Ideas to Really Get You Organized


Here’s how to squeeze every bit of storage out of a small bathroom.

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From the mattress to the closet, here are the things you need to check off your bedroom cleaning to-do list.


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How Often Should You Rotate Your Mattress? A Sleep Expert Weighs In


According to a pro, you’re probably not doing it frequently enough.

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How to Clean a Mattress in 5 Easy Steps


Supplies, steps, and tips to get your mattress looking clean and smelling fresh.

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Simple (But Genius) Ways to Streamline Your Bedroom


Sleep soundly knowing your space is streamlined.

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You can’t ignore the crumbs on the sofa or the stains on the rug anymore! You can do this.


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How to Clean a Rug—The Right Way


Unravel the secret to at-home rug cleaning.

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12 Best Pet Hair Removers That Actually Work


Say goodbye to the never-ending pet hair battle!

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Dusters for Every Nook, Cranny, and Baseboard


It’s the secret to making your space feel cleaner, longer.

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How To Get Your Wood Floors Looking Like New Again


Cleaning your hardwood floors shouldn’t be hard.

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We did the dirty work so you don’t have to—check out our editor-approved tools and products that you need in your cleaning closet.


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These High-Rated All-Purpose Cleaners Get the Job Done


They’re the perfect thing for a versatile clean in any room of the house.

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The Best Vacuums on the Market, According to Our Editors


These top-rated vacuums survived a *lot* of wear, tear, and pet hair.

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You’ve done all the hard work…but how do you keep it that way? We’ve got you covered.


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