‘Tis the season for spring cleaning, but before you groan, we’ve got an idea that will make your chores more enjoyable. It’s not a maid service (which would be great, we admit it.) No, we’re talking about luxury
household cleaners, many of which are on par with your favorite pampering bath products. These cleaners are all-natural and loaded with goodies like essential oils so you’ll have good reason to whistle while you work.

floors

Being a mom, it’s more likely that you’ll be pushing around your vacuum than soaking in the tub. So we think Good Home Co. struck genius by turning vacuuming into an aromatherapy treatment with their relaxing Vacuum Beads. Available in 5 scents for $15 at goodhomestore.com.

The new o-mop from Method features an earth-friendly, washable microfiber pad. The accompanying method floor cleaners smell so incredibly divine that you’ll want to taste them — the almond cleaner (for wood floors) reminds me of my favorite pastry. They are all-natural but not edible, unfortunately. $6-30 at methodhome.com and in Target stores.

surfaces

This surface cleaner from Mangiacotti Florals will make short work of those greasy little handprints on the kitchen table and countertops, and the new clementine fragrance is a real pick me up. $16 at mangiacottiflorals.com.

Your furniture puts up with a lot. I mean how many times have you asked junior not to stand on the coffee table? Give your woods a little TLC with Sweet Grass Farm’s all-natural furniture wax. Handmade using only the best natural ingredients. Try the delightful lemon verbena scent. $6 at sweetgrassonline.com.

windows

Kids love to look out the window… and kiss the window, and press their cheek on the window making that adorable smooshy face. So you’ll be needing a non-toxic way to clean that window. Try Mrs. Meyer’s Lavender Window Spray — it’s ammonia free and the calming effects of the lavender essential oil certainly couldn’t hurt. $5 at mrsmeyers.com.

Nothing is more handy then paper towels, but what they leave behind on glass can be frustrating. Caldrea’s Lint Free Cleaning Cloths are perfect for getting that streak-free shine. caldrea.com

– Bettijo B. Hirschi