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Your bathroom deserves to be the best room in your house—and with these under-$50 towels, tub trays, bidets, and more, you can make it happen on the cheap.

If your showerhead isn’t working as well as it used to, it’s probably time for a cleaning. There are some crucial dos and don’ts to know along the way.

A new toilet may save water and spare you some cleaning work. Here’s how to know when it’s time to make the switch, and our thoughts on what to get.

Transforming a communal area into a comfortable, peaceful escape for your visitors is easy as long as you have the right stuff.

We’ve tested over a dozen sunrise alarm clocks to find those with bright lights, soothing dawn and dusk simulations, and sleek designs.

My IKEA globe lamp sits on my TV console, but it’d look great atop a side table, nestled on a shelf, and even in the kitchen.

Testing dishwashers is a dirty job—but we’ve gotta do it.

This is how to clean, care for, and restore wood cutting boards in your kitchen.

To keep your couch looking fresh, vacuum it regularly, and be prepared to clean up messes quickly.

Whether your sleeping bag is filled with down or down alternative, here’s how to clean it.

Of the compact washer and dryer sets we considered, the Bosch WAT28400UC and WTG86400UC have all the important features we like at a more affordable price.

My home is no longer haunted by the musty smells of never-fully-dry towels.

Wearing neck fans to beat the heat has been more pleasant than we expected.

If you don’t have the means to install an induction cooktop or vented range hood, a window fan can go a long way toward keeping your kitchen air clean.

A fan or AC caked in dust is less efficient and can pose health risks. Here’s how to keep yours clean.

Smart outdoor lighting provides a near-instant way to enhance the look of your yard and home, to add flair during holidays, and to boost safety.

The UE Wonderboom 4 is the all-around best portable Bluetooth speaker because it sounds good and looks cool, and it’s the most rugged model we’ve tested.

All the gear you’ll need for a successful tailgate this football season, according to a seasoned tailgater.

After testing more than 25 standing desks over nearly a decade, we recommend the Uplift V2 due to its customizability, wide height range, and stability.

We tested 42 rugs and found several different styles to suit a variety of price ranges and preferences.

We researched hundreds of lamps and tested dozens to find the five best floor lamps, in various styles, under $300.

After 58 hours of research and 95 hours of testing, we’ve found the best models to charge your electric vehicle at home and on the go.

After testing 14 soldering irons, we found that the X-Tronic Model 3020-XTS LED Soldering Station is the best for beginners and hobbyists.

After 30-plus hours of research and testing, we think the Delta Cycle Michelangelo Gravity Stand is the best bike rack for storing bikes in limited-space homes.

We tested and analyzed the output of six food recycler machines against their environmental claims.

While testing food-waste machines, I started a worm farm to make compost. It didn’t go as planned.

We’ve added fresh picks for the quietest, most capable tools to clean up this fall.

Security cameras keep a watchful eye on all your prized possessions—not only your stuff, but family and pets, too—and send an alert when motion is detected.

Wi-Fi security cameras can help protect your family and possessions. We’ve reviewed and picked the best models for every area of your home.

A good home security system should make it easy to find peace of mind. It can alert you to an open door or window, frighten away prowlers, and call for help.

Enameled cookware and artfully crafted serving trays are wonderful, but a box of cordless tools makes a great housewarming gift, too.

To pry nails, pull nails, put stuff together, or bash it apart, you’re gonna need a hammer.

If you're planning on doing any carpentry–successfully–you'll need a way to mark a straight line. After researching at least 20 combination squares and testing six during the final phase of a whole-house remodeling project, we’re convinced that the best option for most people is the Irwin 1794469 12-inch Combination Square.

A smart dimmer works like a regular switch but makes it easy to put lights on a schedule, automate them with other devices, and control them remotely.

Whether you want a paradise or a playground, these devices make it easy to enhance the way you use your backyard.

Smart-home devices can be the solution to brightening up your darkened doorstep.

If your important files dance between a pile on the kitchen table and an unmarked box in the garage, it’s time to develop a proper filing system.

A label maker can restore order where chaos reigns and provide context where it’s needed, and the best one is the Brother P-touch Cube Plus.

We interviewed four interior designers and spent 20 hours testing to find the tools that’ll make any small entryway more efficient, functional, and stylish.

A good humidifier keeps your home’s moisture levels comfortable without overdoing it or making a mess.

Warm up a room and boost your home’s heating system with space heaters we’ve tested firsthand.

How to plan and protect yourself in areas at risk of hurricanes.