The housewives from the USSR did not dare to think that in the next century their most incredible fantasies about miraculous means that make life easier, and therefore life, will come true. Why look far! We did not know about the possibility of the existence of some things a few years ago. We will tell you about these.
1. Steam cleaner
Steam cleaning is a safe and effective method of cleaning thermally resistant surfaces. A powerful jet of hot water vapor penetrates the gaps between the dirt particles and softens it. Afterwards, the dirt can be easily removed with a sponge. An irreplaceable thing for allergy sufferers, because cleaning products are useless. However, only water-soluble contaminants can be removed with a steam cleaner.
Price: from 2000 rubles.
2. Cloths-magnets for mix washing
These magic gizmos for trouble-free washing of white and colored laundry are made from viscose and polypropylene. The napkins, like a magnet, attract paint that washes off the fabric throughout the wash. Voila – nothing fades! Agree, it’s just a dream – never to sort white and color again.
Price: about 200 rubles for 20 pieces.
3. Robot vacuum cleaner
A vacuum cleaner equipped with artificial intelligence is able to clean rooms on its own. It can contain many interesting functions: various operating modes, UV lamps for surface disinfection, turbo brushes, remote control, voice functions. And if you have pets, look for a vacuum cleaner with special brushes for cleaning wool.
Price: from 2000 rubles.
4. Universal napkins in a roll
Disposable wipes in a roll can be composed of cellulose or a blend of rayon and polyester. They are designed for wet and dry cleaning, do not leave streaks and lint. And galvnoe – they do not need to be washed, wiped and thrown away.
Price: about 100 rubles per roll.
5. Melamine sponge
Melamine sponges deal with dirt that is difficult to remove even with stain removers and other aggressive chemicals. They generally do not need cleaning products, they already perfectly clean any stains from any surfaces: stains from food, drinks, grease, pens, felt-tip pens. By the way, melamine is a special type of plastic with very flexible and hard fibers, similar in properties to an eraser.
Price: from 45 rubles.
6. Wring-out mop: rope and sponge
She was called “lazy” during our childhood, but since then this mop has been greatly improved. Now it is one of the most affordable and functional cleaning devices. Its most important advantage is hygiene. After all, the happy owner of a mop does not come into contact with a dirty nozzle and water. Depending on your preferences, you can choose a rope (500 rubles), deck (with vertical spinning for 700 rubles), a butterfly (folds in half and costs 1,5 thousand rubles), spongy (only 1000 rubles) or a fowdler with various attachments (from 1,5, XNUMX thousand rubles).
7. Compact water filters
A filter jug is a simple and budgetary option for water purification. An ordinary jug, where water is collected, and it flows from the upper compartment to the lower one, passing through the filter. Or a flow-through filter: as needed, it is connected to a tap and as much water is collected as needed.
Price: from 1500 rubles.
8. Balls for washing laundry without powders
Tourmaline, magnetic, hedgehog balls, balls for removing pellets are generally magic. Thanks to ribs, pimples, granules inside or a magnetic core, the balls knock out dirt from the laundry, so you need less and less powder for washing. Ideal for baby clothes.
Price: from 80 rubles.
9. Sheet powder for washing
Natural laundry detergent in the form of sheets is the latest invention of Korean scientists. It is a square plate, free of parabens, phosphates, phosphanates and zeolites. Natural lipases, enzymes and proteases are presented as active ingredients. It also does not crumble and is very easy to dose.
Price: about 600 rubles.
10. Capsules for washing
Laundry capsules are gradually replacing dry powder from the market. They are much more effective and easier to use, hypoallergenic and safe. Most capsules also contain powder and conditioner at the same time.
Price: about 300 rubles.
11. Microfiber cloths
Microfiber is the finest microfibers of polyester and polyamide, split at the ends. These fine fibers easily penetrate irregularities and cracks on the surface and thoroughly clean it without leaving streaks or lint. With microfiber cloths, you can do without detergents, and if they are slightly moistened, even grease can be easily wiped off.
Price: about 100 rubles.
12. Wet wipes for screens
They consist of crepe paper and an impregnating lotion. Ideal for monitors, laptop screens, tablets, digital photo frames and various optical surfaces – they do not leave streaks or damage the surface.
Price: about 100 rubles.
13. Silicone boiling bag
Blanching vegetables and fruits with such a device is nowhere easier. And no more skimmers, throwing back on a sieve and other joys associated with splashing boiling water. The pouch consists of the pouch itself and a strap with a fastener. Silicone is very poor at conducting heat, so your hands are safe.
Price: about 1300 rubles.
15. Automatic broom
The main difference between this miracle broom and the usual one is that it has automatic brooms on both sides of the case, which, touching the floor, begin to spin and collect all the dust. At the same time, it works without batteries and power from the mains. Your task remains unchanged – you simply move the floor with a broom.
Price: about 1200 rubles.
16. Blocks for cleaning the toilet
No more boring brush tools. Cleaning agents are added to the toilet cistern and are designed to keep it clean and fresh. In the store, you can find products in the form of tablets, stickers, hanging blocks, balls, refill blocks and magnetic rings.
Price: from 35 rubles.
17. Eco-friendly dishwashing detergent
Fairy has released a novelty with a minimum content of chemical additives. This liquid for washing dishes copes with its direct tasks perfectly, dispensing with fragrances and dyes. The “smart” foam of the product breaks down impurities from the inside, works even in cold water, does not dry the skin and rinses off perfectly, leaving no odors on the dishes.
Price: from 65 rubles.
18. Anti-fogger for glasses and mirrors
Thanks to its special composition, the anti-fogging for glass and mirrors does not allow condensation to form at all. And in winter, it does not prevent the formation of frost on surfaces. An important point – it does not leave iridescent halos and streaks.
Price: about 200 rubles.
19. Toothpaste dispenser
This device measures out the required amount of squeezed out toothpaste for you, giving out exactly as much as needed for high-quality teeth cleaning. It also squeezes out every last drop of paste, saving you money.
Price: about 500 rubles.
20. Ultrasonic device for cleaning jewelry and bijouterie
The vibrating cleaner is suitable for cleaning any jewelry and bijouterie. It is safe and able to handle dirt in the tightest spots of rings and earrings without any input from you. Water with cleaning agents must be poured into the device’s container, after which the device body creates vibrations of different amplitude, removing dirt.
Price: about 1300 rubles.
21. Spiro pads or metal wool soap
Spiral pads are a versatile cleaning tool that will easily overcome not only old dirt, but also tough stains such as rust. What’s nice is that the surfaces will not be affected in any way.
Price: about 200 rubles.
22. Silicone bakeware
Nothing burns to them, even if you forgot about the cupcake and it turned into ember. And in silicone molds, the baking time is reduced by about 20 percent. In addition, they come in a wide variety of shapes – from baking trays for portioned muffins to large forms in the form of a rose or a heart.
Price: from 300 rubles.
23. Brush with dispenser for detergent
A two-in-one dispenser brush for washing dishes, cups, pots and pans. And how easy it is to clean the garlic press with it! In this case, you can adjust the consumption of the cleaning agent by pressing the corresponding button.
Price: about 200 rubles.
24. Soap sponges for washing dishes
With soapy sponges, the process of washing dishes becomes much easier. There are steel fibers in the structure of the sponges. It is they, in combination with the detergent, that make the dishwashing even more effective. However, they can be used not only on the kitchen battlefield. The mechanics are simple to disgrace: wet the dirty surface and run it with a sponge (in the process it will begin to foam), then wipe the already cleaned surface with a regular rag or napkin.
Price: about 100 rubles.
25.USB vacuum cleaner
USB vacuum cleaners are indispensable for cleaning the “insides” of computers and laptops. In particular, fans that suck in dust during operation. Some USB vacuum cleaners have a flashlight, which makes the task even easier. On average, the size of the gadget is 150 × 60 × 50 millimeters, and the weight is 40 – 50 grams. They can be operated via a 5V USB port or AA batteries.
Price: from 100 rubles.
26. Automated glass washer
The vacuum robot window cleaner is ideal for cleaning windows inside and out. The washer can be controlled from a remote control or from a smartphone. There are models with various modes, low noise levels and cleaning wipes on moving mechanisms. With the help of such a robot, you can clean not only windows, but also frameless mirrors, rough glass, mosaics or tiles.
Price: from 3000 rubles.
27. Pneumatic vacuum cleaner
Using a pneumatic vacuum cleaner, it is easy to clean surfaces from sand and dust, small stones, sawdust and metal shavings, liquid, etc. Most models come with several attachments. The vacuum cleaner itself consists of a body, a hose and a dust bag.
Price: from 2000 rubles.
28. Silicone scouring pads
Their most important advantage is that over time they do not become a breeding ground for bacteria. They are made from soft food grade silicone, on which microorganisms practically do not linger. In addition, the sponges hardly deform and last longer than usual.
Price: about 130 rubles.
29. Slippers with brushes for cleaning on the soles
Slippers are needed not only for walking at home! They can sweep floors too. Slippers equipped with microfiber sinks and feet will protect and leave your floors pristine. They can also be machine washed.
Price: about 400 rubles.
30. Electric mop
The electric mop cleans surfaces from various contaminants using hot steam, similar to a steam cleaner. There are many devices on the market with different functions and operating characteristics. With such a mop, you can wash batteries and pipes, wash glass and furniture, tiles and a sink – without any chemicals.
Price: from 4000 rubles.