The Best Cleaning Products for the Kitchen and Home

The best cleaning products for the kitchen and home are designed for ease-of-use and convenience - and Williams Sonoma has everything you need to keep your space sparkling. From sponges and scrubbers to use in the kitchen and lavatories to steam cleaners and vacuums for the rest of the house, you'll find exactly what you need here.

Sponges and Scrubbers

Your kitchen isn't complete without sponges, scrubbers, dish brushes and drying racks, and other cleaning aids. To get the most out of your cleaning supplies, look for:

• Pan cleaning brushes that gently scrub away cooked-on foods
• Bottle brushes that can keep reusable water bottles germ-free
• Soap-dispensing palm brushes and dish brushes that save you an essential step
• Super-soft sponges that gently wipe away residue

Cleaning Products

Having the right cleaning products is more than half the battle around the house, so choose yours wisely. Most households need products like:

• Cast-iron cleaner that removes debris without damaging seasoning
• Stainless steel cleanser
• Copper cleaner
• Polishing cream
• Board oil

Kitchen Gloves

Protect yourself from cleaning chemicals with kitchen gloves that are comfortable to wear and easy to store when you're not using them. Look for colourful, latex-free gloves you'll enjoy putting on and using in wet or dry conditions.

Pro tip: Choose gloves with a soft, comfortable cotton lining to protect your skin.

Steamers

Steam cleaners are ideal for removing wrinkles fast - and you need one to help keep your wardrobe looking its best, especially when you need to dress up in a pinch. Look for a steam cleaner with features like:

• Enhanced storage options, including a stable base that let you put away your steamer quickly
• A built-in fabric brush and steam bonnet for delicate fabrics
• A removable water tank for easy fill-up, emptying and cleaning

Vacuum Cleaners, Brooms and Mops

Keep your floors spotless with the right vacuum cleaner and broom set. When it comes to vacuum cleaners, the best choice is:

• Something compact enough to pull out and to store easily
• Strong airflow that ensures you pick up both coarse and fine dust
• A built-in HEPA filter
• Integrated dusting brushes
• A separate filter and dustbin to prevent particles from escaping the vacuum

When it comes to brooms, the areas and surfaces you'll be sweeping determine what will work best for you. If you're primarily using your broom on your patio to sweep away dust beneath your lounge furniture, you'll need a broom with stiff bristles - but if you're using it on antique hardwood floors, a super-soft duster is more appropriate.

For most people, a microfibre spray mop is the best choice - you don't have to wring out a sponge head or dip the mop in water to get it to clean your floors.

Choosing the best cleaning products for the kitchen and home hinges on your needs. When you know what you're cleaning - and how often you'll be using the products - you can pick the ideal combination of tools and cleaners to keep your space looking its best.