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Welcome to Our 7-Day Cleaning Challenge!

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


Welcome to our 2026 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.

It’s the start of a new 7-Day Cleaning Challenge, and we’re kicking things off with our favorite ways to get organized. Get decluttering tips from Drew and Jonathan, plus more hacks for streamlining your space.


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Drew and Jonathan’s 9 Best Methods for Decluttering


“Keep things simple, smart, and sustainable.”

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We Tested the Fan-Favorite Brother P-touch Label Maker, And Here’s Our Review


Find out how it instantly upped our editor’s organization game.

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Jonathan’s Best Kitchen Organization Hacks


He has the smartest ways to prevent kitchen chaos.

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Let’s get down to business! Today, we tackle the major players: walls, windows, and floors. Get these sparkling, and you’ll have a great baseline for the rest of your cleaning checklist.


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How (and When) to Wash Your Walls


This one simple task will help make your home feel so much cleaner.

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Tips and Tricks for Cleaning Your Blinds


It’ll help keep your space bright and your air clean.

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The Easiest Way to Clean Your Baseboards


We even have some hacks for keeping dust away.

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All those little pains can add up fast and make for a big mess. Look to these tips and hacks to rid the house of these headaches for good!


12 Genius Ways to Use a Label Maker Around the House


Meet your new secret weapon for organizing!

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We Tested 6 Popular Laundry Detergents—Here’s Our Top Pick


“I could still smell the detergent on my blanket two weeks later.”

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Hacks for Cleaning Every Kind of Home Fan


You wouldn’t believe how much dust you’ll find.

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4 Easy Steps to Get Coffee Stains Out of Your Rug


It just takes the right products and a little patience.

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We’re looking at you, oven racks! From the washing machine to the refrigerator, you’ll get all your appliances clean and refreshed.


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This Is the Easiest Hack to Get Your Microwave Sparkling


Easily erase every splatter your leftovers ever made.

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Your Complete Guide to Cleaning the Oven, From the Cooktop to the Racks


We have tips for both gas and electric stovetops, too.

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How to Get the Dishwasher *Truly* Clean and Residue-Free


It’ll help your machine run smoother and smell better.

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We love our four-legged family members, but they tend to come with built-in messes. Luckily, we interviewed the experts and tested out top products to help keep your home clean with furry friends.


There’s nothing like a freshly cleaned home. And what’s better? After everything is tidied up and scrubbed, you can finish off the room with a gorgeous signature scent. Find our favorite home fragrances and recommended products right here.


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We Tested the Best Room Sprays on the Market and This One Won Us Over


Get our honest review of how these top-rated products really performed.

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You made it to the end of this year’s challenge! Celebrate with a few well-deserved (and easy!) upgrades.


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18 Quick and Easy Home Decorating Ideas for an Instant Impact


Need some fast, fun, and fabulous decor ideas to spruce up your space?

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Here’s Where to Find the Best Large Wall Art


Plus, find out how to calculate the perfect dimensions.

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And Don’t Forget!

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


We’re getting you fully prepared for a deep clean project with our 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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7 Best Pressure Washers and Tips for How to Choose the Right One


These will get your outdoor space seriously clean.

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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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17 Smart Basement Storage Ideas for a Tidy Space


It’s prime real estate for all your extra storage needs.

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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 a Game-Changer


They’re the ultimate storage superhero.

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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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16 Garage Shelving Ideas for 2026 and How to Pick the Best


Consider this your sign to get your garage in order.

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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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18 Best Playroom Storage Ideas to Keep Their Space Organized


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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9 Best Kids’ Cleaning Sets That’ll Make Chores Fun


Find out where Drew found Parker’s favorite toy Dyson!

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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.


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.


Our Free Printable Chore Chart Templates Will Keep the Whole Family on Track

Exclusive to You!

Own (and organize) your cleaning routine.

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Don’t Forget!

You have access to our 2024 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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How to Unclog and Clean a Garbage Disposal in a Few Easy Steps


Your sink will be smelling better and working its best in no time.

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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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12 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 That’ll Actually Work


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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23 Closet Organization Ideas That’ll Change the Game


An organized closet means a happy morning.

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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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Dusters for Every Nook, Cranny, and Baseboard


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

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Get Your Wood Floors Looking Like New Again


Get streak-free shine without the residue.

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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 Top-Rated All-Purpose Cleaners Get the Job Done


They provide a versatile clean for every room in 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.


And don’t forget to follow us @DrewandJonathan for the latest and greatest on everything else for your home, including decor ideas, how tos, show recaps, and more.

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