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    :: TIME STAMPS ::
    00:00 Finding the Top Cleaning Products 2023
    00:45 Scrub Daddy Sponges
    03:55 Testing Dawn Powerwash
    06:28 Getting Cleaning Energy
    08:54 Oven Cleaning with Pink Stuff
    10:13 Oven Cleaning with DIY Paste
    11:35 Oven Cleaning with Power Paste
    14:39 Testing the Damp Duster by Scrub Daddy
    16:25 Folex Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner
    19:31 O-Cedar Mop
    20:01 3 Different Wall Cleaning Methods Compared
    22:40 Washing Machine Cleaner
    25:00 Miracle Laundry Stripping
    26:01 Leather CPR Conditioner & Cleaner
    29:37 Checking the Upholstery Cleaner
    30:38 Trying the DIY Paste again in the Shower
    33:02 Favorite Kitchen Caddy
    34:13 Scrubby Daddy Sponge Holder
    35:26 Recap of Top Cleaning Products for 2023
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  • @TheMinimalMom
    @TheMinimalMom  Před rokem +33

    Thanks Helix for sponsoring! Go to helixsleep.com/minimalmom for 20% off your mattress, plus two free pillows! And looking forward to hearing about your experience with these cleaning products, too! - Dawn

    • @angelasnodgrass6621
      @angelasnodgrass6621 Před rokem +2

      I have had my helix for a year now. I love it so much. I have had back problems for years. This helps me so much. I get up in the morning and my back does not hurt. Thank you Dawn.

    • @Cookmomx3
      @Cookmomx3 Před rokem +4

      You cut your hair... I love it

    • @PurbitaGhosh
      @PurbitaGhosh Před rokem +2

      Hello from Japan. Just wanted to tell you that here in Japan we use the damp duster to absorb water, like on the bathroom walls after a shower so that there is less build up or on the kitchen sink after the last rinse at night. Here it has been always marketed like that. Love your channel.

    • @stephanied6711
      @stephanied6711 Před rokem +3

      I’m with ya on the oven I don’t care either thanks for the video

    • @jenniferbaez8108
      @jenniferbaez8108 Před rokem +1

      Sorry I missed your Live show I was working.

  • @meganvester8819
    @meganvester8819 Před rokem +593

    My cleaning motto. “It’s better than it was” 😂😂😂

    • @djfloyd7829
      @djfloyd7829 Před rokem +16

      So true. The older I get the more this becomes fact.

    • @MrsM74
      @MrsM74 Před rokem +7

      I say that to my husband all the time :)

    • @juliabond7764
      @juliabond7764 Před rokem +7

      That’s my motto for nearly every situation!!

    • @jns0913
      @jns0913 Před rokem +29

      Thanks for making it okay to say “I really don’t care”. I know how to clean like a paid cleaning service, but I seldom see the value of energy/money spent vs. results. I t seems much easier to get less judgmental friends 😂

    • @janetjohnston8243
      @janetjohnston8243 Před rokem +10

      Or “it’s good enough for who it’s for”. LOL

  • @cindytaylor698
    @cindytaylor698 Před rokem +133

    “I can never get this super clean. But I also don’t try super hard.” Dawn! You crack me up. 😂😂😂

    • @lisaphares2286
      @lisaphares2286 Před rokem +3

      Love the attitude! Whole house doesn’t need to be super clean all the time or even most the time. Vacuum frequently if you have kids and pets (this I try to do daily as both of us have asthma and we have a dog) and clean as you see it. I clean my sink & tub with baking soda & simple green and a sink brush. The toilet same but with toilet brush. Simple green also works on floors and walls. It doesn’t have harsh chemicals like formula 409 that make me cough (asthma) and if I want smell goods I use the Boulder disinfectant cleaner that smells like rosemary. Right now I’m also working on using up a bunch of cleaners that were left in the house we bought a bit over a year ago. Too frugal to throw away.

    • @janetsandham7058
      @janetsandham7058 Před 7 měsíci

      She amazing so happy and energetic

  • @brendalamprecht7655
    @brendalamprecht7655 Před rokem +52

    I appreciate how down to earth your videos are. I feel like you're just a friend talking to me and sharing what you've found works for you.

  • @ednarose86
    @ednarose86 Před rokem +61

    I love hearing you admit that mixing up a paste is just too much work and you're not going to do it. I feel lazy when my mind processes something as just too much work, but I know it needs to be done, and I want it done right and in a healthy way, and blah blah blah. Thank you for validating my feelings!

    • @MyFocusVaries
      @MyFocusVaries Před rokem +2

      I used to make all my own cleaners: scrub paste, spray cleaners, etc. And sometimes I still do. But sometimes it's just easier to buy them, now that there are lots of non-toxic eco friendly options available.

    • @kristinesharp6286
      @kristinesharp6286 Před rokem +1

      And you need to have 3 bottles or boxes of stuff to do the one or two things. I do have a vinegar and water spray bottle for small issues. But I still need glass cleaner.

  • @howardandconniehatfield5548

    Dawn, I just want to tell you how impressed I am with how you manage to come up with very relevant videos every time. Come Tuesdays, I always look forward to seeing what you have to tell us about next. Keep up the good work! I appreciate what you are doing.

    • @TheMinimalMom
      @TheMinimalMom  Před rokem +13

      Wow Connie, thank you so much, this means more than you know!!!

    • @Brooklyn_
      @Brooklyn_ Před rokem +10

      I absolutely agree! Dawn your videos are so well done and enjoyable;

  • @cheristump9404
    @cheristump9404 Před rokem +104

    I come from a long line of “ you never know when I will need that” family. If it hadn’t been for your videos I would still be miserable. The one thing I do need to say is this, you have to get in a place where enough is enough. This is not a fad or let’s follow the leader game. Your desire and need for a peaceful home void of STUFF has to be real. Your Heart and soul needs it. I’m 61. I need it!

  • @iheartshaneandjeffree
    @iheartshaneandjeffree Před rokem +131

    I’m 9 months pregnant, getting induced Thursday! Thanks to you, my house is nice and ready for the baby. My boyfriend is very impressed. He just watched this pack rat drop off 13 bags of donations to goodwill! By the way, you’re a genius Dawn, you’re getting paid to clean your house through CZcams and that is brilliant lol I love it. You deserve the success 🖤 thank you for helping my mental health

    • @natalieeubank4533
      @natalieeubank4533 Před rokem +7

      Yay!!! Best of luck mama and Congratulations!

    • @TheMinimalMom
      @TheMinimalMom  Před rokem +15

      I'm SO glad to hear this!! Best wishes for a smooth delivery!!!!

    • @iheartshaneandjeffree
      @iheartshaneandjeffree Před rokem +1

      @@TheMinimalMom thank you 🥺🖤

    • @iheartshaneandjeffree
      @iheartshaneandjeffree Před rokem +1

      @@natalieeubank4533 thank you 🖤

    • @shawnacruickshank3416
      @shawnacruickshank3416 Před rokem +7

      I can agree with this statement! I got rid of so much when I was pregnant with my first thanks to this channel. Now I’m about to have my second child any day now and I didn’t have the stress of preparing as much as I did with my first child. So thankful!

  • @thewadsquad
    @thewadsquad Před rokem +72

    Oh my gosh, I feel privileged that you even mentioned me! You’re so amazing! Also, I use the scrub mommy sponges I feel like they last a long time and they make me smile too! It’s the little things!!

    • @katielot4994
      @katielot4994 Před rokem +1

      I watch so many of your videos that my kids perked up when she said your (youtube) name😂....You also got me using the scrub mommy sponges...I watch Dawn in hopes that one day I'll whittle down my chaos but in the meantime I'm doing her "onion" method 😅!

    • @justusewater1
      @justusewater1 Před rokem

      Hahaha, I just messaged you because I fan girled when Dawn mentioned you. Two of my favorite CZcamsrs! Always positive and always uplifting to watch!

  • @marykaydragovich7839
    @marykaydragovich7839 Před rokem +83

    I love how honest you are - I love when you say " I really don't care" because i don't care & I've never heard anyone say that.
    I always felt bad but you made it ok. Marykay

    • @TheMinimalMom
      @TheMinimalMom  Před rokem +7

      Yeah...usually people who make cleaning videos enjoy cleaning, lol ;)

  • @momofboys1000
    @momofboys1000 Před rokem +110

    My co-worker gave me a scrub daddy when I never heard of them. His name is now Kevin and he sits on the edge of the sink. A little thing that makes me smile when it comes to spending time in the kitchen.

    • @susanf4857
      @susanf4857 Před rokem +8

      I love that you named your sponge "Kevin" 🤣

    • @chasitypatrick7570
      @chasitypatrick7570 Před rokem +4

      Lol 😂
      I love that you named it….but the only Kevin that I know is lazy 😅 so I definitely would have to name mine something else 🤷🏻‍♀️😂

    • @grandmasewhappyhomestead187
      @grandmasewhappyhomestead187 Před rokem +3

      That is so cute you named it I Can see the smile face can be fun.

    • @kellyhacker969
      @kellyhacker969 Před rokem +4

      The scrub daddy’s are made to fit over most faucet handles. The smile part fits over the faucet handle.

    • @carlarancatore-white4886
      @carlarancatore-white4886 Před rokem +12

      The perfect relationship. He doesn't talk back and he helps out with the cleaning. Who could ask for more

  • @michellebequeaith9586
    @michellebequeaith9586 Před rokem +33

    For the Dawn power spray, we love it too! But instead of buying refills, we just make refill liquid…I don’t remember exact ratios, but it’s about 1-2T of Dawn dish soap, a splash of rubbing alcohol and water. Super easy!

    • @rosemarydoran9907
      @rosemarydoran9907 Před rokem +3

      I saw the homemade formula on Andrea Jeans Cleaning CZcams channel and I was curious if it worked. Thanks for sharing your experience! I plan on using this once I run out of the real thing!

    • @busymamochka1708
      @busymamochka1708 Před rokem +4

      I always mix my own, just add few drops of your favorite essential oil to it. It makes the difference, washes and smells great!

    • @francinefiles
      @francinefiles Před rokem

      😮 my mind is blown. thank you for the scoop!

  • @amcorazon698
    @amcorazon698 Před rokem +2

    My favorite quotes from Dawn:
    "It is what it is."
    "I don't care."
    "I love you and hope you have a wonderful day."

  • @teemom78
    @teemom78 Před rokem +109

    OMG, laughing so hard!! When you said you just don't care about the inside of the oven! Yes, yes, yes. I am fairly meticulous in my whole house, but I could care less about the inside of the dang oven. Thank you for being so real and honest. I feel validated, 😆

    • @teemom78
      @teemom78 Před rokem +10

      i would send the sponge holder back..$12!! also its one more clutter item

    • @brenda2800
      @brenda2800 Před rokem +14

      I put foil on the bottom of my oven so all I have to do is change thatnout when it gets bad.

    • @timrachelandjulia
      @timrachelandjulia Před rokem

      @teemom Same!

    • @susie5101
      @susie5101 Před rokem +6

      I got one of those big pans that you put on the bottom rack of your oven to catch spills and decided that means I never have to clean it again, lol

    • @tgayer1
      @tgayer1 Před rokem +4

      @@brenda2800 You might want to find out if that is safe. I don’t think it’s necessarily safe to put foil in the bottom of your oven. I know that my mom tried that in her gas oven, and one night she heard a loud boom, and it was the oven. They had to replace it.

  • @djfloyd7829
    @djfloyd7829 Před rokem +55

    Some thing you said on a previous video about using up all of your inventory before you buy more. That has resonated so deeply with me that I am using up all my cleaners before I buy any more. Funny I just reminded myself of this this morning. Thank you Dawn always gleaning so much wisdom from you.

    • @jaelmommaj8735
      @jaelmommaj8735 Před rokem +4

      Same I am so proud of myself because I used up all my deodorant and perfume before I bought more. Also completely finished my all purpose cleaner.

    • @dawnnavarra3286
      @dawnnavarra3286 Před rokem +9

      Same! I’m using up hand lotion, body wash and bar soap. Right now I have enough to last until I die, unless I live past 125.

    • @dorothyyoung8231
      @dorothyyoung8231 Před rokem +15

      I have a large bottle of shampoo I didn’t really care for. I’m using it up by cleaning my toilet. A pump is the right amount and it works just fine.

    • @dianasimplifies
      @dianasimplifies Před rokem

      @@dawnnavarra3286 😂😂😂😂

    • @msdixie1972
      @msdixie1972 Před rokem +5

      Yes! It’s a good thing to do in any area. Cleaning products… Makeup… toiletries… pitch what’s bad and what we hate and use what we have, then buy what we really like!

  • @stephaniefoster2899
    @stephaniefoster2899 Před rokem +3

    FYI: There are no harmful chemicals in Magic Erasers. They are just melamine foam that is slightly harder than the gunk you want to remove without being abrasive enough to damage the surface you're trying to clean. It doesn't release any chemicals, it just wears away from use due to friction.

    • @ashleyslack5960
      @ashleyslack5960 Před rokem

      Yeah I find it funny to be concerned about a sponge, but the pink stuff spray that says plainly on the bottle that it has "perfume" in it, is totally fine 🤦‍♀️ thanks for pointing this out

  • @emmascheubeck9859
    @emmascheubeck9859 Před rokem +6

    I have chronic health issues and 2 young children. Your video are helping me get my life together and helping me know that what I can do is enough. Thank you.

  • @ThriftingYoungAtHeart
    @ThriftingYoungAtHeart Před rokem +47

    I am laughing at the scrub daddy damp duster review. Dawn, you don't have enough dust on your baseboard. 😆 I clean houses for my job, and the SDDD does a great job on very dust surfaces. It is great for getting pet hair off of furniture and surfaces. When I am doing deep cleans, the SDDD is a great tool, but not on regular cleans. Hope this helps🤗

    • @TheMinimalMom
      @TheMinimalMom  Před rokem +36

      This is the nicest thing anyone has ever said to me "you don't have enough dust on your baseboard".... I need to go tell my mom right now, she's convinced that she messed me up!!! LOL, thank you!!!!

    • @juliab628
      @juliab628 Před rokem +1

      I was thinking the same thing, Where's the dust? Haha It probably helps not having pups inside the house ;)

    • @MyFocusVaries
      @MyFocusVaries Před rokem +1

      And I'm pretty sure that Kathryn gave that duster a negative review. I vacuum or sweep my baseboards. The dust isn't sticky, so I don't see the need for a special tool.

    • @Conval-wi5eh
      @Conval-wi5eh Před rokem

      @@MyFocusVaries Thank you for making me feel normal. I just quickly vacuum my baseboards while vacuuming the floor anyway.

  • @kathleenj1158
    @kathleenj1158 Před rokem +38

    Dawn, I really appreciate your honesty re: cleaning, because now I don't feel like such a bad housekeeper. It's really great how you're always so authentic.☺️❤️ 🙏

  • @tinekecarlson1220
    @tinekecarlson1220 Před rokem +3

    Dishwasher pods don't work because they skip the prewash step. Try a powder detergent. Fill the wash and the prewash, run the hot water in the sink and start the dishwasher. Ideally, put your dishwasher on the hottest settings (hi-temp/pots and pans). That should get your dishwasher working just fine. Technology Connections has a couple videos about dishwasher detergent.

  • @laurabotts4064
    @laurabotts4064 Před rokem +18

    Dawn I appreciate you taking the time to "test drive" these cleaning products because they are expensive and I don't want to waste money. Thanks again - you're a sweetheart. ♥♥♥

  • @swisslions
    @swisslions Před rokem +35

    You can make refills for Dawn Spray and Wash for with 13oz water, 1oz Dawn and a little rubbing alcohol. Recipes online. Love this video.

    • @lynnzthingz1075
      @lynnzthingz1075 Před rokem

      It works really good too. I always make my own refills.

    • @emilasmith4279
      @emilasmith4279 Před rokem

      Great to know! Thx! I’m ok with dawn soap original scent but that power wash smell is disgusting. I’m using it because it’s good stuff and can’t wait to finish it. Will make my own going forward!

  • @joyindrelie6715
    @joyindrelie6715 Před rokem +61

    Have you watched Aurikatariina? It's amazing seeing how she can deep clean an entire apartment with minimal products. She's also very positive, so she's fun to watch-- Highly recommend!

    • @jennifershaw4756
      @jennifershaw4756 Před rokem +3

      I just found her and I love her channel.

    • @SuzyQ8296
      @SuzyQ8296 Před rokem +4

      Her videos are always so satisfying. She cleans people's homes for free. She tackles some insane messes. Plus she worked as a professional cleaner.

    • @stargazerbird
      @stargazerbird Před rokem +4

      Addictive channel

    • @St3ph3rs
      @St3ph3rs Před rokem +5

      I thought the same thing when I saw scrub daddy, power paste and the oven. I automatically relate that to aurikatarina

    • @TheMinimalMom
      @TheMinimalMom  Před rokem +8

      I haven't but sounds awesome, I will check her out!!!

  • @jenniferm.1807
    @jenniferm.1807 Před rokem +20

    Dawn makes a “free and clear” version without dyes and a much lighter scent. It works really well! Always trying to remove chemicals from my household choices as well. Seventh generation just released their version of power wash and I’ll give that a try. I LOVE seventh generation products for not only the safety of the product but their whole business mission and approach to safe manufacturing practices. Worth a look!

    • @seribellum1844
      @seribellum1844 Před rokem +1

      I love the free and clear Dawn powerwash too!

    • @ericawhitfield9289
      @ericawhitfield9289 Před rokem +2

      I use the free and clear but I know it’s still pretty bad in terms of ingredients. However, it works so well on so many things that I buy it anyways. I’ll try out the seventh generation one next. Thanks for mentioning that!

    • @deanaskeen6710
      @deanaskeen6710 Před rokem +4

      Seventh Generation is also sadly not very clean with their ingredients either 😔 just as a heads up for anyone who cares or is curious ❤️

    • @LulaMae21
      @LulaMae21 Před rokem +1

      My sister turned me on to Dawn PowerWash. I was very annoyed to buy the "free and clear" and find it had a stinky (to me) scent lol.

    • @dianasimplifies
      @dianasimplifies Před rokem

      @@deanaskeen6710 how do you find this out, is there a place I can look this up? Thx!!!!

  • @dbow2229
    @dbow2229 Před rokem +9

    Working on unsubscribing from many junk emails - daunting task however I do not need the brain clutter nor the negativity.
    Thank you for giving me permission, Dawn ❤❤❤ Your support has made such a HUGE change in my life these past couple of months.
    I am excited to see the changes in both myself and my family as I continue to declutter and minimize the clutter in our home/lives ❤❤❤
    Next is giving my local church/faith/religion a chance - I subscribed to the daily bible podcast you recommended and am getting daily notifications. I want to give back/volunteer and be around good people doing good things - no more negativity/greed/temptation.
    THANK YOU!!!

  • @jennylhenry78
    @jennylhenry78 Před rokem +32

    I definitely appreciate you doing these types of videos to save us money and time figuring out what works best for cleaning! And no I wouldn't spend $12 to hold my sponge in my sink.

    • @MyFocusVaries
      @MyFocusVaries Před rokem +1

      I also wouldn't spend the $12. I think the sponge holder would get in the way when you need to do dishes or even clean the sink itself.

    • @jennylhenry78
      @jennylhenry78 Před rokem

      @@MyFocusVaries I have a dollar store white dish bucket under my sink that I toss all my things into. 👍🏻

  • @stephaniecranmer7168
    @stephaniecranmer7168 Před rokem +11

    You can use castile soap and water to make a foaming hand soap. I do 70% water and 30% castile soap. I've used this for years and I don't have to buy hand soap as often.

  • @lg127411
    @lg127411 Před rokem +23

    Dawn, oh how you have helped me the last few years. I’ve felt like a prisoner in my own home due to the clutter & chaos. 15 years ago we moved to a new house-we only had about 25% of our belongings inside-I told everyone we didn’t need the rest of the stuff and it was so much easier to keep everything clean(I was onto something but didn’t know it yet). Well I lost that battle against my hubs & 4 small kids. Fast forward to a new home that is less than 1/2 size(were in 5b/3ba 3800sqft now 3b/2ba 1600sqft). We have been busting at seams!! I started with 2 dumpster loads & many truck loads of donations. I’m now seeing daylight at the end of tunnel. I’m about 18 months into this. I should be finished this month!! My mental health had been struggling, but that’s improving too. Thanks for the inspiration & introducing me to Cass & Dana too!! Thank you again!

    • @pattybates83
      @pattybates83 Před rokem +2

      Congratulations on all your work! 🎉
      What an accomplishment thus far!!🏆 I'm so excited for you to be able to see the light at the end of the tunnel in the very near future ✨
      Oh how your life will (and must have already) change for the best of yourself and your family 🏡
      I am proud for you and all your hard work!!
      👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
      I, too, love that Dawn has worked with and introduced us to Dana and Cass! It is really something to see women with a common goal working together when they could very easily see each other as competing channels. That says a lot for their integrity and the true missions of their work.
      I feel my knowledge and toolkit had been expanded by exploring their channels as well.
      I'm working on my house after having moved from a 2100² ft to just under 900²ft a couple of years ago and some move ins and outs of my adult kids. I have the stuff outside too 😔
      The weather has turned this week and I'll be outside this weekend bagging up stuff for bulk trash pick up next week 🚚
      Wish me luck 🤞🏼🤞🏼
      And, again, Well done!!

    • @lg127411
      @lg127411 Před rokem +1

      @@pattybates83wow you are putting in the work too!! I wish you the best of luck finishing your space as well!! My youngest son was saying how it feels so much better when he comes home after school each day. My oldest is coming to visit next week & she is excited to help me finish. I wish I would have done this decades ago, but I gave in to all the ads telling me I needed all the things-now I realize I need my people and none of the things.

    • @pattybates83
      @pattybates83 Před rokem +1

      @@lg127411 I didn't see the alert of your reply until just now.
      How nice that your kids are noticing and letting you know how they feel, that they appreciate it.
      I, too, wish I had done more years before this but here I am and I am taking away at things as I can while I am still working 50 hours a week.
      Some days I am discouraged and some days I feel I've a fire lit under me 😄
      But, I have had the best therapy of my life over this past year and it has helped me heal trauma and helped me move on with my decluttering. It's time for me to take back my house and make it a livable and lovable safe Haven for myself and my teen son
      Thank you for your response and cheers for your continued work on your house!
      🫂
      💜💜💜

  • @user-rp4of1yw5f
    @user-rp4of1yw5f Před rokem +4

    I love Aunt Fannies Vinegar Cleaners! Super clean. Vinegar, sugar surfactant, essential oils. Yes they smell like vinegar but they clean like a dream. Grease, stuck on food, the bathroom, the walls, and vinegar kills salmonella. Awesome stuff!

  • @jessgenesis1
    @jessgenesis1 Před rokem +57

    You can make your own dawn power wash so you don’t have to keep buying it. The exact formula you can get on line. I don’t like using anything unless it’s all natural so I swap out the dawn for my all natural dish soap instead and then add the rubbing alcohol and water with it in the dawn power wash bottle 😊💕🙋🏻‍♀️

    • @dianasimplifies
      @dianasimplifies Před rokem +2

      Which all natural dish soap do you like?

    • @hippiemommie
      @hippiemommie Před rokem

      Same!

    • @TheMinimalMom
      @TheMinimalMom  Před rokem +5

      Ohhhhh, I love this idea!!!!

    • @jessgenesis1
      @jessgenesis1 Před rokem +3

      @@dianasimplifies I use Grove Collaborative (you can get it on line or at Target, love the Lavender and Thyme!) or I use Method 💕🙋🏻‍♀️

    • @brandybarnett9953
      @brandybarnett9953 Před rokem +5

      Folex is also great to get stains out of clothes, I even used and like it to clean my oven. It’s great to clean accidents out of the carpet

  • @denataylor7377
    @denataylor7377 Před rokem +22

    Dawn, I enjoy your product reviews. These reviews have saved me a lot of money and stress over buying something that doesn't work.

  • @dianamcmahon51510
    @dianamcmahon51510 Před rokem +5

    My new favorite cleaning motto comes from Kathryn at Do It On A Dime:
    If it's not dirty enough to slow you down, then it's clean enough.

  • @nicolechew1029
    @nicolechew1029 Před rokem +5

    My favorite thing about the scrub daddy is that it never smells. I hate how smelly the regular sponges can get. Also they're the best thing I've ever used to scrub my shower!

  • @pamelasimmons1689
    @pamelasimmons1689 Před rokem +6

    I appreciate your "I don't care" mentality. I'll never cared how beautifully shiny the inside of my oven is and I've often felt like I couldn't get it together enough to care lol glad I'm not the only one.

  • @margaretvillalpando7722
    @margaretvillalpando7722 Před rokem +8

    I like the Dawn Power Wash, but I haven't tried the scrub daddy sponges. I do like the Pink Stuff also. I spent about 2 hours today decluttering. I ended up with about 3 trash bags full of items to donate. I had decluttered a previous day and ended up with about 2 bags and 1 box of items. My car is loaded and I'm off to the thrift store tomorrow to donate the items. I also had 2 trash bags full of trash as well.

  • @kimgough4839
    @kimgough4839 Před rokem +5

    It is so much easier clean and keep the house clean when everything has a place. Been working on downsizing and decluttering over the past couple of years, it feels so great!

  • @Nancefc
    @Nancefc Před rokem

    Thank you!!! Plus I ordered the Watch ‘em Grow!

  • @annabook74
    @annabook74 Před rokem +16

    I've been using plain jojoba oil for my leather and wood furniture - its great alternative to mineral oil products if you are trying to avoid petroleum based products - it also works as a great cuticle oil in the dryer months

  • @joyplatt2307
    @joyplatt2307 Před rokem +9

    You’re gonna laugh at me, but what I do to get in the tub cracks is I use an electric toothbrush with a special head for cleaning

  • @whitneywatson1100
    @whitneywatson1100 Před rokem +1

    I love your realist attitude! Thank you for always being so honest with us.

  • @debbiethomson7322
    @debbiethomson7322 Před rokem

    This was a great, helpful video! Thank you so much!🙂

  • @annabook74
    @annabook74 Před rokem +5

    I LOVE when you post these kinds of videos - so fun!

  • @MrsRichieA
    @MrsRichieA Před rokem +21

    I love your videos, the more I watch them the more I want to declutter which is huge since Ive always been a pack rat! 😂 thank you for all you do ❤

  • @juliab628
    @juliab628 Před rokem +7

    My cleaning motto is, "Clean more often, clean less hard." And it's true! I know routines don't sound like fun but once you develop them, it's easier in the long run. It works for frugality too because you don't have to spend more money buying special cleaners because nothing really stays stuck on et cetera. Has anyone else found this out? I do realize not everyone loves routines and cleaning and there should not be shame in that of course! If I didn't love cleaning so much then maybe I'd actually get the painting done like you do so well, Dawn!! Speaking of painting, do you all use a special edger between the ceiling and the wall or just regular painter's tape and a brush? I'm trying to decide if it's worth it to buy a gadget and painting is not our expertise ;)

    • @Conval-wi5eh
      @Conval-wi5eh Před rokem +1

      @Juliab Yes yes yes, this! I actually don't love to clean, I love to have cleaned. And that's why I am doing myself a favour and do it regularly so it doesn't become a big hassle.
      I use dish soap, vinegar, soda and glass cleaner to clean every single thing and spot in our home. On top of that I use a natural scrub once or twice a year when I do a deep clean when the seasons change. There is really no need to have a huge amount of specialized cleaners. I treated myself to some nice cleaning cloths I like to use, but I aso use old cut up shirts.
      Perhaps one day I will reach a point where I love cleaning like you do 😆Not all hope is lost.

    • @juliedewyse8436
      @juliedewyse8436 Před rokem +2

      I deep clean 15 minutes a day 5 days a week. This includes decluttering. Everything in my house is decluttered and deep cleaned once every two months ish. I have an index card for every room in my house. I list all the things that need to be done starting from the ceiling working down towards the floor. Every day (Mon -Fri) I take an index card spend 15 minutes cleaning whatever I have listed on the card. When the 15 min is done I stop and the next day I continue working for 15 min . When one index card is completex I put it on the bottom of the stack and continue with the next card. It doesn't take long because as you said the more frequent you clean the easier it is. Also the more I clean the more I have decluttered and the fasted hou can clean. I really don't mind cleaning now.

    • @Conval-wi5eh
      @Conval-wi5eh Před rokem

      @@juliedewyse8436 That is so type A and I LOVE it! 😂
      I might be stealing this concept for when we have a bigger home. Right now I do a very thorough clean each week in one room. It comes on top of the usual chores and usually only takes an extra 20-30 minutes, the rooms are rather small. My definition of deep cleaning aka spring cleaning (I usually do a second "spring cleaning" in autumn) is to fully empty all cabinets and closets, wipe them down (using the scrub for the kitchen cabinets) and get everything in there clean by wiping it down, washing it or running it through the dishwasher. I wouldn't want to do this every two months. But the 15 minutes deep clean a day sounds very family friendly, if you are a person who thrives with routines.
      Do you complete your regular chores, like cleaning the bathroom, on the weekend?

  • @Amberdavis08
    @Amberdavis08 Před rokem +2

    Your new haircut is so fresh and cute! Thanks for doing the research on all these projects for us!!

  • @lisacornwell3863
    @lisacornwell3863 Před rokem +28

    I love the Dawn Spray. Awesome for anything baked on or "crusty". I've used it on my cast iron as well (well seasoned cast iron). Works great for stuck on food. Great for quick cleaning the kitchen sink at the end of the day. Amazing for laundry pre- treatment.
    Dawn - you're amazing!! You have been a HUGE inspiration 💕

    • @theresahoward7216
      @theresahoward7216 Před rokem +4

      I bought it to clean my patio furniture before storing for the winter. It worked really well- so easy to spray and let soak before hosing off. Lol the driveway got a nice clean too from the run off. Lol

  • @annawiest8760
    @annawiest8760 Před rokem +7

    I love that stain remover. It is great for coffee and tea spills on my carpet. I also love scrub daddy. I will be trying the pink stuff.

  • @gigib4076
    @gigib4076 Před rokem

    I love when you demo cleaning products, it really is a huge help! Thank you!!

  • @colleenpowers4972
    @colleenpowers4972 Před rokem

    Thank you so much. I’ve been wanting to try several of these products and you helped me to know what to buy.

  • @savannahbrazzell1653
    @savannahbrazzell1653 Před rokem +7

    Just wanted to say thank you for always consistently creating videos that bring value to our lives! You've definitely helped with my personal decluttering journey and I'm so thankful for that! Giving us "permission" to throw things away/donate was what I was needing to get started. Keep it up! 🥰

  • @christinerakela1306
    @christinerakela1306 Před rokem +4

    Always enjoyable to spend some time with you! Also love Rusty Judgment, can't wait to follow along with property updates!

  • @phyllismonroe8603
    @phyllismonroe8603 Před rokem +2

    I like to use baking soda, white vinegar, and blue Dawn for cleaning the bathroom and kitchen.

  • @Norway_minimalist
    @Norway_minimalist Před rokem +1

    I just love how you manage to keep things real, and your way of saying hey, this is me! makes me relax and dont stress too😊 love from Norway❤️

  • @grinchy56
    @grinchy56 Před rokem +3

    I love the pink stuff for many cleaning situations. Easy. No smell. Love it.

  • @kristinegrove2610
    @kristinegrove2610 Před rokem +7

    I recommend a rubber-bristle broom. It is amazing on floors and carpets, getting up cat hair and dust when you think the surface is already clean. You can also run it over upholstery. As a bonus,it is a scratch -free alternative to remove powdery snow from your car. Dollar Tree has just started selling the broom head to go on the broom handles that they sell. I keep one for inside and another for outside.

    • @emmascheubeck9859
      @emmascheubeck9859 Před rokem

      Mine has a squeeze side, so I also use it to clean the windows outside. And to scrub the bathroom tiles. I love mine so much more versatile then a regular broom.

  • @user-be1ik8qc3f
    @user-be1ik8qc3f Před 11 měsíci

    Thank you for all of your wonderful videos!! You can make your own spray Dawn easily and much more economically

  • @lizziemcdougall2767
    @lizziemcdougall2767 Před rokem

    Thank you for this motivational video! I will have to pick up some of the pink stuff as March break and spring cleaning are fast approaching.

  • @barbkandel777
    @barbkandel777 Před rokem +6

    Great video, Dawn! I also enjoy light scents with my cleaners. I hate to clean my oven and only do it every couple of years. 😂

  • @karenharrington9532
    @karenharrington9532 Před rokem +4

    Totally agree with the pink stuff compared to the scrub daddy paste. Works waaaay better.

  • @dianabasinger731
    @dianabasinger731 Před rokem

    I never thought I would enjoy cleaning videos. You are so real and I can relate to so much of what you say !!! I love the reminders not to beat yourself up.
    Thanks for all you do.

  • @annfrederick4467
    @annfrederick4467 Před rokem +2

    Thank you so much for your openness and honesty! Very refreshing! Love your videos, I’ve got a long way to go on my decluttering but I’m making progress thanks to your info and encouragement!❤️

  • @Takenjayyy
    @Takenjayyy Před rokem +4

    I was feeling so unmotivated to clean, and went to put on one of your older videos.. then saw you uploaded a new one! I am now happy to say I decluttered and deep cleaned half of my kitchen so far while watching! Thank you for always sharing.. it never ceases to get me off my booty ✨

  • @susan5661
    @susan5661 Před rokem +4

    I so like that you always give kudos and recognition to fellow CZcamsrs. Such a kindness, and helpful to those of us to perhaps find new helpful channels on our minimalism journeys ❤

  • @joannasanchez5516
    @joannasanchez5516 Před rokem +1

    I absolutely LOVE the damp duster!!! One wipe and boom no dust! Worked my AC vents so dang well.

  • @beckyls9068
    @beckyls9068 Před rokem

    I loved your video and I totally smiled when you said the comment about the feeling you get with the smiley sponges. I'm right there with you.

  • @seribellum1844
    @seribellum1844 Před rokem +4

    Love the scrub daddy sponge, Dawn powerwash, and Dr. Bronner’s soap. I get the baby/unscented Dr. Bronner’s and put it in a foaming hand soap dispenser and use it for getting stains out of laundry. It’s amazing for that!

  • @lindabourketempleton4040

    Autumn here in Australia so I just unpacked my winter pjs and dressing gown and have put my summer ones in the wash ready to pack afterwards, well I dusted the bottom of the cupboard they were stored in and found my draft stoppers so I put them on the bottom of the doors while I was at it .all these things thanks to you also I turned the hangers on my summer clothes to see what I will wear again before next season. I have decluttered since last season and hope to again thanks

  • @joannemcgee3754
    @joannemcgee3754 Před rokem +1

    Hi Dawn! I have recently discovered your videos. I have also been looking to simplify my life. You have been such a wonderful influence in my life. I have been cleaning and decluttering my home while watching your videos. They are so helpful!
    I was so happy to see this video. I was going to buy the Pink Stuff but was unsure how it works. Thank you for posting this! Xx

  • @tamiwigginton7137
    @tamiwigginton7137 Před rokem

    Awe the flowers...beautiful!! They make my heart happy too!!

  • @kcotjo
    @kcotjo Před rokem +3

    Great video Dawn!! I love these types of videos where you test products. I am one to try different products based on the recommendations of people but it's important to actually see them in action. I believe people are paid to use a product and promote it but they don't necessarily actually use it on an on-going basis so I appreciate your honesty!! The flowers are amazing!! I love the idea of sending the arrangement to someone! As always you inspire!!!!!

  • @aliciacassio4215
    @aliciacassio4215 Před rokem +4

    The purple flower is my favorite spring annual - it’s a hyacinth and they come in other colors too. Really fragrant as well. Enjoy!!

  • @hollypoints2891
    @hollypoints2891 Před rokem

    This video is so helpful! I really appreciate your honesty

  • @TGYtco
    @TGYtco Před rokem

    Thanks for doing all the legwork for us!!

  • @mandych715
    @mandych715 Před rokem +5

    The best thing about the dawn power wash is that you don’t have to purchase refills! You can make your own! There are tons of recipes on Pinterest but basically it’s a few tablespoons of regular dawn dish soap, about 1/4 cup of rubbing alcohol and then fill the rest of the way with water! So in the end it saves on dish soap!

    • @mimi1o8
      @mimi1o8 Před rokem

      It’s that simple the actual recipe?

    • @juliedewyse8436
      @juliedewyse8436 Před rokem

      I heard it was equal amounts of white vinegar and Dawn Dish soap, the original blue stuff.

  • @angieddeed6308
    @angieddeed6308 Před rokem +3

    Your "good enough" attitude is so refreshing! I watch so many CZcams channels that make me feel like a huge slob afterwards, and I'm not. Thank you so much Dawn.
    🙂

  • @reneegould646
    @reneegould646 Před rokem

    Thank you for sharing. I took time while listening to you to declutter a couple of boxes. Whoohoo!! Have a blessed day!

  • @julievance1498
    @julievance1498 Před rokem

    Refilling the dawn, power wash sprayer is super easy, although it’s not always quite as sudsy. Shaklee makes a fantastic, concentrated dish soap that works really really well in the sprayer. I also just recently started using the scrub daddy and scrub mommy sponges and I love them! I’m so glad you did this video!

  • @maureenfrancis6288
    @maureenfrancis6288 Před rokem +5

    My favorite combination for cleaning is the 1/2 dawn, 1/2 vinegar recipe I got from Dawn! I am amazed at what it will do for my shower. I use Norwex microfiber cloths and water for most everything else and do not have to worry about any cleaner build up over time. I am trying to use baking soda and vinegar more. I just scrubbed the inside of my washer with vinegar to get the hard water off, and now it is sparkling! I try to be as absolutely minimal about how many cleaners I have. The scents are nice, but bother my family, so it is nice to know that clean doesn't have a smell!

  • @shawnacruickshank3416
    @shawnacruickshank3416 Před rokem +3

    I clean everything with the dawn power wash and a cheap microfiber cloth. It’s great for stovetops, kitchen tables, bathroom sinks, etc. I have a toddler so there’s often sticky messes it wipes right away. Definitely worth the money to me! I didn’t particularly care for the scented version but the unscented is great!
    Another item you should give a try is the magic eraser bath sponges. They clean away soap scum in the bottom of my tub so well!

  • @victoriakaceyy
    @victoriakaceyy Před rokem +1

    Thank you for doing this for us!!! We’re getting a puppy which was an awesome motivator for hubs to declutter & we agreed to more intentional with every purchase here forward and cleaning supplies was one we weren’t sure on.

  • @dorindacain8352
    @dorindacain8352 Před rokem +2

    I now use Dawn for almost everything in my house. Dawn and water in a spray bottle to clean instead of Windex on windows, mirrors, countertops, appliances, cabinets, walls, baseboards . I bathe my dogs with it! It kills fleas on contact. I use it for upholstery, leather. I mop with it. No rinsing. I use it as a spot cleaner on clothes. I clean my shower and sinks, tubs and toilets by putting it in the hand held refillable dishwashing sponge and scrubber. I have one for each bathroom and one for the kitchen. I also wash my own hair with it! Love it!!! DAWN!! It works better than anything else I have tried. Anything you need to clean try Dawn! Minimalist cleaning product at it's best!

  • @lookinglassminiature
    @lookinglassminiature Před rokem +3

    Great video Dawn, thank you for testing these out. I wanted to let you know that you can let the flower bulbs in your planter die down and then plant them in your garden. The purple flower is called a Hyacinth, and they have a lovely smell.

  • @lauriehancock3974
    @lauriehancock3974 Před rokem +3

    Great video! I also wanted to say thank you for introducing me to KC Davis’ Book How to Keep House While Drowning! I wish I would have had this book as a young mom who struggled to do all the things and felt bad because I couldn’t. Thank you! 😊

  • @bonniestevens6932
    @bonniestevens6932 Před rokem +1

    thank you for testing products for us., I truly look forward to Tuesdays to see what you have for us. A friend of mine just told me about Folex , I will order it now!!!! I also love the Dawn power wash, and making my own version, I don't like buying plastic bottles over and over again.

  • @leannemoss7002
    @leannemoss7002 Před rokem

    I love your long videos! You keep me company during lunch and really appreciate your honesty

  • @sandywilliamson3350
    @sandywilliamson3350 Před rokem +3

    I love how real you are, Dawn! It was so nice to hear you say, “I don’t care.”😊
    My favorite non-toxic cleaner that’s inexpensive is, plain white vinegar. It’s not a pleasant smell, but the scent goes away quickly, and I just put my favorite pure essential oils in my home diffuser, so I can have the clean and fresh air without harmful chemicals.👍

  • @artsymargo
    @artsymargo Před rokem +9

    Hello from Central Minnesota! I appreciate your straight-forward approach and honesty when it comes to products and especially your methods. You've been motivating and encouraging me to do the cleaning I've been putting off because of back pain. Perhaps the best advice for me has been to do a little first. It may seem like you're getting nowhere, but soon those tiny changes for the better motivate to keep going and tackle longer/larger jobs. No guilt in doing only a little ... not thinking of it as a start, but in and of itself worthwhlie.

  • @shannonjones8165
    @shannonjones8165 Před rokem +1

    Thanks for the great information on cleaning products; my favorite is The Pink Stuff, for me, it works really great on a lot of things. I want to try the Sponge Daddys and Mommys too! Thanks for all you do Dawn 🧼🧼

  • @holmes592
    @holmes592 Před rokem

    I love, love this video. I agree with if it makes me smile while using, it's a good and worthy item to buy! So much love your videos.

  • @jackieheck7148
    @jackieheck7148 Před rokem +11

    I've been using the Dawn prewash for awhile, and really like it (especially the apple smell). What I like to do is give dishes a spray if I'm leaving them in the sink (not washing them right away). When I get around to washing them they seem to wash up quicker & easier.

  • @joyplatt2307
    @joyplatt2307 Před rokem +6

    You can make your own refill for the power wash. Mix dish soap, rubbing alcohol, and a little bit of water together and it works just as well.

    • @alyd1880
      @alyd1880 Před rokem

      This 👏🏻 So much cheaper than buying the refills!

    • @Julie-rc7wl
      @Julie-rc7wl Před rokem +1

      Any idea what ratios to use when mixing it up? 😊

    • @carolbabb7875
      @carolbabb7875 Před rokem +1

      @@Julie-rc7wl There are comments above on how to mix it up.

  • @hollyt6848
    @hollyt6848 Před rokem

    Can I just tell you how much I enjoy your videos and your honesty (especially about your oven….I feel the same way). Great job!

  • @christinen.6140
    @christinen.6140 Před rokem +1

    I agree with you - something about the smile on the sponge makes me feel happy to be cleaning. I bought the pink one with the sponge on the back a few months ago and it's held up better than the green scrubber with the yellow sponge on the back that has been our old go to. In all I do think Scrub Daddy is worth it.

  • @karenhanson8004
    @karenhanson8004 Před rokem +3

    Fantastic video Dawn thank you! Wanted to share with you that you can add any scent of essential oils to your non-scented all purpose Better Life cleaner and it’s wonderful! Also, just adding hot water to your pans and letting them soak for 20 or 30 minutes works fantastic without any chemicals whatsoever especially with the plastic scraper things you like 😊 Love your channel you are such a ray of sunshine ☀️

  • @laurab7379
    @laurab7379 Před rokem +5

    The tube I have found the only thing that works for me to get that black mold and grease is Clorox Spray, I know it isn't the best thing to use but spray it around the area where the black stuff is and let it sit and it disappears! It has bleach in it. Sometimes you need the big guns! Love scrub Daddy products they seem to work the best and the Dawn Power wash, both make cleaning jobs quick and easy! Great Video!

  • @kch4580
    @kch4580 Před rokem

    Such a wonderful and helpful video! Thank you for being such a good friend

  • @pamelameyer4277
    @pamelameyer4277 Před rokem

    Been wondering about the dawn power wash and I never knew about leather cleaner. Thank you!!

  • @chantal2049
    @chantal2049 Před rokem +9

    Hi Dawn, love how down to earth this video is! Love your honest review of products. And yes……let’s not clutter my house again with unneccesary stuff;-))
    PS I would NOT spent 12 dollars (or euro’s in my case) on that spongeholder……

  • @jg2363
    @jg2363 Před rokem +3

    Place the oven racks and bottom oven tray in a large, heavy-duty plastic garbage bag.
    Pour about 1/4 cup of household sudsy ammonia into the bag and seal it with a twist-tie.
    Put the bag safely out of the way of children and pets, and let it sit overnight.

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    @kristinaali2050 Před rokem

    These longer videos are the best! ❤