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Investing in the right furniture, lighting, and window treatments can go a long way toward making a house (or apartment) feel like a home. Our design experts have spent hundreds of hours researching and testing everything from sofas to area rugs in search of attractive, affordable pieces that offer great value and performance.
  • The Secret Titan Evo and the Mavix M9 gaming chair with two game controllers on display in front of a beige background.

    The Best Gaming Chair

    by Haley Perry

    Gaming chairs can be cheap and uncomfortable. The Secretlab Titan Evo lets you play for hours without getting sore.

  • A handful of different area rugs overlapping each other.

    The Best Area Rugs

    by Jackie Reeve

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

  • A standing desk decorated with laptop, lamp, and some plants

    The Best Standing Desks

    by Kaitlyn Wells and Melanie Pinola

    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.

  • A blue fabric sofa between two end tables in a room setting.

    How to Clean a Sofa

    by Sarah Bogdan

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

  • Several floor lamps we tested.

    The Best Floor Lamps

    by Gregory Han

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

  • Our two picks for best massage chair, the Kyota Genki M380 and the MassaMax MT339, side by side.

    The Best Massage Chairs

    by Seth Berkman

    A massage chair can help relieve stress and pain. After testing 25, we recommend the Kyota Genki M380 Massage Chair and the Massamax MT339.

  • Several frames in different styles from our picks for best online framing services, all displayed above a fireplace.

    The Best Online Framing Services

    by Dorie Chevlen

    After testing eight online framing services, we think Framebridge offers the easiest way to frame your art and photos with the best results.

  • Five patio umbrellas tested shown setup outdoors side by side.

    The Best Patio Umbrella and Stand

    by Kalee Thompson and Joshua Lyon

    After years of long-term testing, we recommend Treasure Garden’s Market Umbrella and Article’s Paima Umbrella Base as the best patio umbrella and base.

  • A person sitting on a sofa with their feet up and a dog at the other end.

    The Best Sofas You Can Buy Online

    by Katie Okamoto, Gregory Han, and Abigail Stone

    In this guide we walk you through what to look for before buying a sofa online and the best furniture companies to shop from.

  • A blue and white striped rug with its corner pulled back to reveal a rug pad.

    The Best Rug Pads

    by Alex Arpaia and Daniela Gorny

    After researching 23 rug pads and testing 15, we found that the Mohawk Home Dual Surface Rug Pad offers the best combination of cushion and grip.

  • A person sitting with their legs crossed in a folding chair next to one of our picks for the best folding chair.

    The Best Folding Chairs

    by Ganda Suthivarakom and Alex Arpaia

    Our favorite folding chair, the HDX Plastic Folding Chair, is affordable, durable, and feels more comfortable for long sits than any other chair we tried.

  • A patio furniture set in a shady backyard

    25(ish) Wirecutter Picks to Upgrade Your Backyard

    by Wirecutter Staff

    Here’s a selection of our favorite gear to help turn your backyard into an outdoor oasis, including our go-to string lights, fire pits, patio gear and more.

  • Two people relaxing at the Better Homes and Gardens Clayton Court 5-Piece Patio Dining Set with a pitcher of lemon water between them.

    The Best Patio Furniture (And How to Shop for It)

    by Gregory Han, Kalee Thompson, and Daniela Gorny

    We spent 50 hours researching what makes good patio furniture. To find the ideal dining sets and outdoor lounge furniture for your backyard, we tested dozens.

  • The Article Seno table shown in round with plates, cups, and other tableware shown on top of it.

    The Best Dining Tables (and How to Shop for One)

    by Ayn-Monique Klahre and Alex Arpaia

    Here are the most important things to think about when shopping for a dining table, and 7 good-looking and highly rated models to consider.