What tools and products does Hilary Erickson recommend for home cleaning?

Hi, I’m Hilary Erickson from The Pregnancy Nurse.

From what I’ve shared recently, here are the main tools and products I recommend for home cleaning:

• Microfiber cloths – I love the big, inexpensive packs from warehouse stores like Costco or Sam’s Club. They clean better than regular rags, even though I hate how they feel on my hands.
• Simple homemade cleaners –
  • Vinegar + water with a couple drops of dish soap for general surfaces (not for stone).
  • A teaspoon of Tide in a gallon of water (sometimes with bleach if the surface is safe) plus a drop of dish soap for tougher jobs like showers.
• Pre-moistened disinfecting wipes – I save these for true disinfecting jobs, like raw meat juices on the counter.
• Store-bought glass/mirror cleaner – I’ve mentioned loving a foaming glass cleaner (I usually grab it at Costco) for mirrors and glass fronts.

If you tell me what room or surfaces you’re most concerned about (kitchen, bathroom, floors, etc.), I can narrow this down to a simple, specific list for you.