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1. A compact pressure washer to restore your deck, fences, and mesh or plastic outdoor furniture that hasn't been cleaned since you bought them way back when. It can generate up to 3,000 psi — that's powerful enough to wash away YEARS of gunk on decks, the exterior of houses, outdoor furniture, and more.
Promising review: "First impression: W.O.W. Our concrete patio faces a shady wooded area. It gets wet and stays wet. It also gets lots of debris from the surrounding oak trees. Each summer it gets grimy, and this year was particularly bad. We debated hiring a service or renting a machine, but given the price of this decided to try it out. It was simple to assemble, worked right the first time, didn’t leak, and really transformed our slimy patio. It is lightweight and easy enough to use that I also give our rain gutters a good spray. Also tried it on cushions from outdoor furniture. It removed dirt, mildew, and lichen with ease. It makes noise, but it’s quieter than my tractor or chain saw, two other tools I use all the time while using proper hearing protection (some old school 3M industrial grade ear muffs). So far used it for about 90 minutes with no problems or issues whatsoever. Very satisfied with the performance for the price." —Kevin B.
Get it from Amazon for $125.99+ (available in two styles).
2. And a Bissell Little Green Multi-Purpose Cleaner if your outdoor furniture is made with fabric (and covered in dirt and debris). This baby provides results so terrifyingly good, you'll be left with a jawdrop like Kevin McCallister himself. It works for dirt, pet stains, and baby stains, and because it's compact, you can use it to clean your car, too.
Promising reviews: "LIFE CHANGING. Our outdoor sectional was looking rough from being out in the rain, and I thought there was no chance I could clean it up but this thing is magical! It literally looks new! I also used this on my couch, and it was amazing! Leaves everything smelling good and super clean!" —Shannon Fenton
"We have black Sunbrella RH outdoor furniture that stays out year round. It gets covered in dust and pollen…I could never get it all the way clean (was just using a regular vacuum). I used this machine, and the furniture has never looked or felt better!!! We lovingly call this machine "The Extractor!" We love it. I have cleaned all the sofas and the interior of a car. I spilled a red DB tea on the seat, and it came right out! Can you tell I LOVE this cleaner? I didn’t even get it on sale, and honestly don’t care!" —E.B.
Get it from Amazon for $123.98+.
BTW, this tool comes with small bottles of ready-to-use cleaning formula, but if you need more, grab a bigger bottle for $11.99!
3. An effective grill cleaner — an essential as the weather gets warmer! This cleaner will get your fave sunny day appliance shiny and clean just in time for barbecue season. Say goodbye to the terrifying crud that's been there since last summer!
Promising review: "I tried six different products before trying this one and by far, this is the best one of all. I am the type of person who prefers cleaning the grill immediately after grilling. It loosens the debris off the grates easily and comes off easily. I like easy, practical cleaning without the need to spend much time scrubbing. Try it; you will not regret it." —Fmcasado
Get it from Amazon for $10.99.
4. A dog spot repair solution specifically designed to help transform all those dirt patches in your lawn into thriving blades of grass. Your pup's destruction doesn't stand a chance against this effective combo of mulch, seeds, and soil.
Promising review: "I have lacrosse players and dogs and this stuff is amazing. My yard looked like an abandoned lot before this and it literally 'grew anywhere' just like it said. The bag I planted last year actually came back strong this year, so I put more down, and it is working like a dream!" —chchmom
Get it from Amazon for $16.44+ (available in five sizes and four packs).
5. A set of drill brushes for those who are finally ready to clean out all of the grout in tiles, stoves, countertops, grills, and even gutters.
OK, so the drill is NOT included. This is just a set of three brushes that attach to your drill, or check out this one you might wanna buy.
BTW, this drill brush comes from a small business!
Promising review: "I have spent a lot of time trying to scrub the mold and mildew off my bathtub by hand but to no avail. Then I saw this product advertised on BuzzFeed and thought I'd give it a try. It's less than $20 and worth every penny. I highly recommend this product if you have a good drill and a dirty bathroom." —Stephen T. Shore
Get them from Amazon for $18.95 (available in six colors).
6. A bottle of mold and mildew remover spray that kills the toxic mold on patio furniture, wooden decks, fences, brick, and even the old inflatable pool you left in storage. The best part is that there's no hard work on your end. Just spray, wait 15 seconds, and watch the mold disappear!
Promising review: "This stuff is literal magic. The cleaning company couldn’t get mold out of my white outdoor patio furniture. $15,000 sectional I thought I was going to have to throw out. I tried RMR [and] the mold and mildew disappeared before my eyes. Green and black spots completely disappeared. Rinsed it super well, let it dry, and it was back to brand new." —Unhappy Customer
Get a 32-ounce bottle on Amazon for $16.99 (available in four sizes).
7. A jar of internet-famous The Pink Stuff to make those hard-to-get stains, dirt, and rust spots seem like a walk in the park. It works for everything from grills and stovetops to dirty coolers and pollen-covered porch swings.
A lot of people compare it to the Magic Eraser in paste form, so even your most stubborn stains don't stand a chance!
Promising reviews: "Worth it 100%! I used this on my pool slide and diving board. I barely used any effort, just a small amount of the Pink Stuff and a grout brush, and the baked-on stains that I could not get off before just came right off. I was so impressed I dragged my husband and teens outside to look, lol." —Lynchurch
"I highly recommend this product. We have used it on our doors and porch rails. We’ve cleaned everything in the kitchen, from the sink to the stove and fridge, and it works so well... It does exactly what it says and more. It’s so easy to apply and wipe off, and we didn’t even have to scrub to remove it." —macleod
Get it from Amazon for $5.29.
8. A bottle of Oh Yuk jetted tub cleaner that removes the ~yucky~ stuff that's been sitting in your outdoor hot tub or Jacuzzi a little too long. If you've got one of these luxe outdoor home additions, this jetted tub cleaner will extract all that doesn't belong and get it back to its old, like-new self in no time. Reviewers say they work on inflatable jetted tubs, too!
It only takes 15 minutes to clean — just run the water, pour it in, and turn the jets on!
Oh Yuk is a family-owned small business based in Minnesota that specializes in Ph.D. chemist-formulated cleaning products for home appliances, from dishwashers and washing machines to hot tubs and jetted bathtubs.
Promising reviews: "I cannot believe what I saw come out of the jets in my Jacuzzi. This product is definitely fantastic. It is also very safe and delicate on tub and jet materials. I definitely recommend this product to anyone who has a jacuzzi tub. It WORKS!!!" —Anth
"This product worked great for my outdoor blow-up hot tub! It was extremely easy to use and has a very light, clean/spa chemical scent. It isn’t overpowering at all and cleans out the jets very well!" —Jessika
Get it from Amazon for $18.73.
9. And a Scumbug, an oil-absorbing sponge made specifically to clean the gross grime and scum in pools and spas. Reviewers say it's great for cleaning out all of the sunblock oil that comes off after enjoying a day in the water.
Promising review: "Scummy water bugging you? I just got this gem of a product last night. I popped it into my hot tub, and from the picture I attached, you can see that in just about 12 hours, this little Scumbug ate up all the oil and filth in the hot tub. The water not only looks better but smells better too! Highly recommended!" —Mickey D.
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $14.99.
10. A long-handled standing weeder so you can ~easily~ pull out those distracting and intrusive weeds that are taking up the space of your beloved plants. With this tool, you won't even break a sweat!
Grampa's Weeder is a family-owned small business that's home to a standing weeder design that's been around since 1913.
Made with a bamboo handle and powder-coated steel, it uses a simple lever system to make weeding easy.
Promising review: "Oh my god, I friggin' love this tool. I bought this on a whim, given we bought our first house and know nothing about caring for a yard. Boy, has it come in handy. Our new house had a ton of weeds in the front yard, and this tool helped me get most of them out in no time. In fact, the process of yanking out the weeds was strangely satisfying! I don't think anyone can say that weeding is fun, but this tool made it as close to fun as you can get, especially when you see a long root along with the weed you pulled." —JG
Get it from Amazon for $44.99.
11. And a super compact cordless shear and shrubbery trimmer for when you need to quickly spruce up your outdoor space but have zero time to wait for a gardener. This trimmer is lightweight (only 2 lbs!), easy to use, and won't take up much space in the shed, either. Because of its smaller size, it's also great for those hard-to-reach areas of your yard.
Promising review: "I've had the chance to use both functions of this great cordless grass shears and shrub trimmer, and it is easy to use, very handy, and a snap to change the blades. I have quite a few of the Worx tools now and like the fact that I can just slap in a battery and go to work. Will continue to recommend Worx products." —jeffries
Get it from Amazon for $59.98+ (available with or without a charger).
12. A stainless steel polishing spray that comes with a microfiber cloth. It'll make your stainless-steel appliances look as good as new!
Promising review: "In my experience, cleaning products usually need to be pretty strong chemicals that require care when applying. When faced with options, I usually buy the chemical with the most skull and cross bones, warning labels, and danger symbols I can find. I figure the more volatile and poisonous the chemical, the better it will work! So, I was skeptical about this product when it was billed as a plant-based chemical on the other end of the toxicity spectrum. I decided to try it because of the many positive reviews. I'm glad I did. It works great! I wouldn't use it as a mouthwash, but it certainly isn't as harsh as other cleaners I've used." —Joe
Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (available in two sizes).
13. A rust-removing spray, aka a cleaning magician that'll turn your outdoor furniture, walkways, and any other rust-filled surfaces into the clean slate they once were. Just spray it on the rusted area, leave the room while it works its scary good magic, and return to diminished stains you can easily wipe away.
Promising review: "My husband and I thought we were going to need to buy a new patio set as ours had accumulated a lot of rust over the last eight years, but decided to try Iron Out before spending the money on a new set. So happy we did! This product is amazing! Sprayed it on and lightly scrubbed with a Brillo pad. Definitely buy this product if you need to remove rust from something." —Andrew
Get it from Amazon for $11.55.
14. OR some rust-stopping spray paint, a protective enamel that won't only cover up the rusted imperfections of your metal furniture and decor, but will also prevent even more from happening!!
Promising review: "I needed to update my outdoor metal patio furniture. This chocolate brown rusty lean spray paint did the trick. A little surface preparation and we were ready. My deck set looks great. I highly recommend this product. I also purchased a handle to use with spray paint cans to make it easier on your hands to use multiple cans. A good spring project made easy. " —UCmba97
Get it from Amazon for $15.94+ (available in a variety of colors and finishes).
15. A bottle of Quick N Brite fireplace cleaner that'll work wonders on even the toughest fireplaces to clean. It's specifically designed to rid soot, smoke, creosote, and ash from nearly any fireplace — brick, stone, tile, marble, or ceramic. It comes with a cleaning brush, too!
Promising review: "Used on a 7-year-old [outdoor] fireplace that had not previously been cleaned. Easy to apply, scrubbed gently with provided scrub brush and hosed off, with little effort, cleaned to the original look." —Holli Weber
Get it from Amazon for $18.99 (available in multiple sizes).
16. A can of porch and patio floor paint to cover up old stains and signs of heavy foot traffic. This is an easy way to spruce up your concrete or wood-paneled patio without having to spend the big bucks to replace the whole thing. Reviews are FILLED with folks who are obsessed with their results!
17. A wood polish and conditioner that'll restore your outdoor tables, front doors, or the cool vintage coffee chair you found at a flea market. It's like getting all new things without the expensive price tag.
Promising review: "I bought this after reading about a million BuzzFeed articles recommending it. I wish I hadn’t waited so long because this stuff works! It’s amazing. I have a mid-century hand-me-down dresser that is a beautiful piece of furniture, but it was covered in water stains and other marks from decades of use. One coat of this stuff on a clean rag, and it’s totally refreshed! Now, it’s not going to fix places where the finish is completely worn off (you have to sand for that), but it will significantly improve the appearance of the wood. And it makes watermarks disappear. I’m glad I didn’t spend the time and money to have this refinished when a coat of this stuff has done the job just fine." —Maureen Foley
Get it from Amazon for $15.02.
18. AND some hardwood oil treatment to protect all of your hard work. This coating will guard against future damage from the elements as well as general wear and tear.
Promising review: "I applied this product on an uncovered deck, which takes a beating from the sun and rain in the summertime, and snow sits on the deck in the wintertime. I've tried several other wood sealers, but nothing we have used holds up as well as this product. When it rains, you can watch the water bead up and run off, so you know that this product is working. I apply this product every summer to my deck to keep it in top shape. I also apply this sealer to the wooden floor of our covered porch and the boards shine like brand new. Probably would not have to apply every year to the covered floor area, but I do." —Bubba
Get a quart from Amazon for $20.50+ (available in nine colors and three styles).
19. An oil stain remover that'll prevent scaring your party guests with ghost-shaped oil figures on your concrete patio. All you need to do is apply a small amount to the stained area, wait until it dries, and then brush away the grossness. Now you can *truly* live in your outdoor space carefree!
Promising review: "Changed the oil on my girlfriend's car and some oil spilled on my NEW driveway...which I didn't notice until four days later. Four spots, all about the size of a dollar bill, baking in the Arizona sun for four days. I found this searching on Amazon, and I thought, whatever. That's one less vodka soda tonight for dinner. Put the stuff on (sits on the stain like pancake batter — don't be afraid to pour liberally) and let it sit from 6 p.m. until about 9 a.m. the next day. It dried, and the instructions said to just sweep the stuff up (right, like I am not going to need a scraper and wire scrub pad for an hour. HA). Well, it broke apart with the broom, and the stains were gone, I just swept up the powder pieces — it took about a minute. I WAS SHOCKED! Something that actually works on oil and it's easy. Absolutely NO sign of anything that was there. My driveway is smooth concrete, so I can't vouch for what would happen with a rougher surface, but whoever makes this stuff is a genius. If they tried to take on World Peace, Earth would be a better place." —AmazonBob
Get it from Amazon for $17.97 (available in two sizes).
20. A gutter scoop to easily clear out the leaves and twigs from your roof gutters in minutes.
Promising review: "This scoop worked very well. I previously just pulled the leaves and accumulated dirt out of the gutter by hand, but this scoop was flexible enough to clean 95% of what was in the gutter. The remaining bit of dirt and shingle gravel was easily washed out with a garden hose. Best of all, it cuts the ladder repositioning way down since it extends your reach by the length of the scoop and handles." —Bob
Get it from Amazon for $3.38.
21. And a large garden dustpan for collecting all the fall branches, leaves, and flowers that occur year-round. It's made of sturdy, waterproof material you don't have to worry about ripping while you drag it around your freshly watered lawn. On top of ALL that, it stays open all on its own for easy raking!
Promising review: "As large as I hoped, allowing me to fill them with leaves and press the leaves down several times to move a LARGE amount of leaves in one go. Two different straps are placed so the full bag is easy to carry. The flat side of the opening DOES stay close to the ground, allowing an easy 'sweep' of the rake to move leaves into the plenty-wide opening. Might be my most-loved leaf processing tool this fall, because I save and chip all my leaves. I also ordered the Bully Tool 1000 Poly Leaf Scoop, which works perfectly to press/compact the leaves in the bag." —June S.
Get a pack of two bags and a pair of gloves from Amazon for $23.99.
22. A bleach-free outdoor cleaner so you aren't distracted by layers upon layers of dirt and grime every time you sit outside. You can use it just about anywhere in your backyard, but it's especially effective on concrete and stone! Hook it directly to your garden hose to deliver a deep foaming clean.
Promising review: "I first used this product about two years ago on the awning of my RV. That awning was so bad that I thought I was going to have to replace it. After using Scott's product as directed, the mold and mildew completely disappeared. This product definitely works, and it works GREAT! What more can I say — it saved me nearly $500." —R. Latreille
Get it from Amazon for $27.78.
23. A top-rated Clorox pool clarifier that works for both above-ground and built-in pools! For less than $10, you'll get a spectacular clean that'll make you want to start pool party season asap.
Promising reviews: "This is one of the greatest products I have gotten for my pool; I am really satisfied with it." —Kinis A blanco
"After one year of having an in-ground pool in Florida, we found that the water was cloudy. I was trying to get the water clean by running the filter 24/7 and brushing daily for a week to no avail. I used 1.5 ounces of this and the water was clear a day later. Cleaned out the pool filter a day after to clear it all out. Happy with the purchase and would recommend to others." —jvb
Get it from Amazon for $8.99.
24. And a pool vacuum so you don't have to manually scoop out leaves and debris from your pool every time you want to use it. Since pools are basically the centerpiece of a yard it's in, this will keep it (and your entire outdoor space) looking pristine all season long.
It comes with 10 hoses and is designed to clean pools up to 30 feet in length.
Promising review: "I bought this pool cleaner as a quick desperation fix as my $500 pool cleaner died, leaving a green swamp! Talk about easy assembly! Twenty minutes later, it was zipping up the pool, including the walls! I couldn’t believe it, the suction power was incredible! My green pool was crystal clear! What I thought was a short-term fix and a great value for the money is now my go-to pool cleaner. I recommend this for all in-ground pools. It’s a gem! Worth every penny, and it will save you hundreds over expensive cleaners, but more to the point, it works great!" —Steve from Tucson
Get it from Amazon for $78.67.
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