
Walk down any supermarket cleaning aisle and you'll find dozens of options. But which ones actually work? Here's a category-by-category breakdown of the products professional cleaners and households rely on most.
Flash All-Purpose Spray is a UK staple — reliable on most kitchen and bathroom surfaces. MethodAll-Purpose Cleaner is the eco-friendly alternative that actually performs comparably without the chemical smell. Zoflora is brilliant for diluted disinfecting of multiple surfaces and leaves a pleasant scent.
Harpic Power Plus for toilet cleaning. Viakal for limescale on taps and showerheads — particularly effective in hard water areas. Dettol Mould & Mildew Remover for grout and silicone seals.
Fairy Platinum remains the gold standard for grease-cutting washing up. Mr Muscle Oven Cleaner for serious oven jobs. Astonish Oven Paste is an eco-friendlier option that takes a bit more effort but works well.
Flash Floor Cleaner for hard floors. Vanish Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner for spot-treating fabric. BissellWash & Refresh for steam mops.
Windolene remains the standard for streak-free glass. The Pink Stuff Paste has earned a huge following for stubborn marks on a wide range of surfaces — it genuinely works.