The essential under-sink kit

From blocked sinks to food-encrusted ovens, our selection of under-sink essentials is tough enough to tackle any cleaning job you'll find in the kitchen.

Bin liners

Generally, the cheaper the bin liner the thinner it will be and the easier to split. So it's always worth going for thicker, drawstring bags (easier to tie) to avoid nasty splits or leaks.
Sink un-blocker

Make this unpleasant task simple with the Buster range, which dissolves food blockages and rinses them away without the need for a plunger.
Oven cleaner

In our recent poll, this came top of readers' most hated cleaning tasks. Use a product you leave on before wiping off, like Oven Mate from Lakeland. It does all the hard work to save you spending hours scrubbing.
Bleach

Leave cloths in a weak bleach solution in the sink overnight - by morning both cloths and sink will be disinfected. Dilute by one third to remove mould and revive dirty grouting.
Dustpan and brush

Choose a design that allows you to store the pan and brush clipped together.
Bar Keepers Friend

Cleans stainless steel, chrome, copper and brass, and removes stains from china, sinks and taps. Available from Lakeland.
Scrubber

A good-quality sponge with abrasive backing will take the hard work out of wiping down any food preparation areas,as well as dealing with burnt-on food on pots and pans. E-cloth

No kitchen should be without one of these eco-friendly multi-fibre cloths. Available from Lakeland, it cleans using water only and keeps stainless steel pristine.
All-purpose stain remover

OxiClean isn't just good for laundry: it'll clean dirty teacups, restore grouting and bring the gleam back to very dirty pans.
Feather duster

You can't beat a feather duster for sweeping dust from the top of units and appliances, and clearing cobwebs from corners. It's invaluable if you have open shelves.
Multi-surface cleaner

Choose a spray cleaner designed for all your surfaces - tile, wood, stainless steel - like the gentle Multi-surface Cleaner in John Lewis's latest range. Choose one that you like the smell of, as it's the product you'll use most.
Window cleaner

Sparkling windows can make a home feel brighter and cleaner. Choose a non-drop spray for ease. Some contain vinegar to help make the panes gleam.
Floor cleaner

Essential for vinyl, tiled and wood floors. For best results, go for one that you dilute first with water, but be sure to follow the instructions carefully to avoid leaving a slippery residue.
Rubber gloves

Choose ones with long fold-back cuffs to stop sleeves getting soggy.

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