Household essentials are up to 50% off at Amazon and Walmart this weekend

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Amazon and Walmart currently have a ton of the everyday household staples on sale. From batteries and toilet bowl cleaner to dishwasher detergent and facial tissues, these are the unglamorous essentials that keep your home running — and right now, many are marked down by as much as 50 percent. I’e rounded up the best deals worth adding to your cart before they sell out.

This Scrubbing Bubbles Toilet Bowl Cleaner Kit is an easy, no-scrub solution for tackling grime and buildup. It’s a must-have starter kit for any household, but especially useful for college students living on their own for the first time and building out their first cleaning supply stash.

Ditch single-use plastic with this set of reusable food storage. The 12-count pack contains BPA-free, leak-proof bags in gallon, sandwich and snack sizes. Freezer-safe and easy to clean, they’re great for meal prep, leftovers and snacks.

Cut through grease and grime with these dishwasher tabs, which are formulated to power through tough, baked-on food without pre-rinsing. These have been my go-to dishwasher detergent for years and I find they tackle grease, starch and stuck-on residue for spotless, streak-free dishes.

Never get caught with a dead remote again. Energizer AA Batteries deliver long-lasting, reliable power for everyday devices like remotes, flashlights and gadgets. BThis multi-pack is a smart stock-up buy for any household — including parents with kids who have toys that constantly need new batteries, those who live in hurricane-prone areas and more. t

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I’m a commerce editor at NBC Selected who covers various topics, including lifestyle, home and wellness. I’ve covered sales and major shopping events like Amazon Prime Day, Black Friday and Cyber Monday for more than a decade.