
Dan Fauzi
Dan is the former Home Tech Editor for Homes & Gardens, where they covered cleaning, smart home, sound, and air treatment across the Solved section. Having worked for Future PLC since July 2023, Dan was previously the Features Editor for Top Ten Reviews, overseeing a wide range of home and outdoor content. However, their writing on homes, gardens, tech, and products began in 2021 for brands including BBC Science Focus, YourHomeStyle, and Gardens Illustrated. Dan holds a BA in Philosophy and an MA in Magazine Journalism.
During their time at Homes & Gardens, they served as a consumer advisor. They spent more than 300 hours testing 31 of the best vacuums and floorcare appliances across a dedicated test center, their own home, and a busy pet shelter. They also visited Dyson’s engineering labs to gain an in-depth understanding of the technology behind today’s cleaning appliances. They spent an additional 100+ hours testing soundbars, air purifiers, and fans, combining their technical expertise with a passion for creating a harmonious home environment.
Latest articles by Dan Fauzi
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How to Choose the Best Vacuum for Your Home – I Test Floorcare for a Living, and This Is the Ultimate Guide to Finding the Perfect MatchThe very best vacuum cleaners from our expert tests, all in one place.
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Our Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best Fan for Your Home – For Cool Air, Undisturbed Sleep, and Minimal Energy UsageInvest in one of the best fans for summer to help you keep your cool at home
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How to Secure Your Home: The Complete Guide to Safer LivingFrom easy-to-install devices to carefully considered landscaping, this is the ultimate guide to securing your home
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The Dyson V16 Piston Animal Banished Every Mess in My Home, from Pet Hair to Thick DustPacked full of smart features, Dyson's latest cordless vacuum is an outstanding choice for those looking for supercharged, convenient cleaning
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The Stylish Casabrews Ultra Espresso Machine Delivers Professional-Grade Shots and Is Easy to Operate for BeginnersIt's an affordable alternative to expensive espresso machines and perfect for those starting their home-brewing journey
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The Dyson PencilWash Is the Most Nimble Floor Cleaner I've Ever Tested – But Don't Expect It to Handle Big CleansThe Dyson PencilWash lives up to its name as a sleek, lightweight hard floor cleaner, but I can't recommend it for deep cleaning
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The 6 Best Robot Vacuums for Carpets, Hard Floors, Mopping and Fur – We've Spent 7,000 Hours Testing to Bring You High Performance at Any BudgetThis is the complete guide to choosing the best robot vacuum cleaner for your needs
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The Best Dyson Alternatives in 2026 – 9 Vacuums Rivalled Dyson’s Power in Our Side-by-Side TestsWe've tested 80 Dyson alternatives that closely match the features and cleaning power of a market-leading Dyson to save you $100s without compromising on performance
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The 9 Best Vacuums for Pet Hair, With Real-World Results on Fur from Our Tests in a Busy Cat and Dog ShelterWe put the latest vacuums from Miele, Shark, Dyson, and more through their paces at a busy, fur-filled pet shelter, and in our own homes with pets
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Hvac Pro Reveals the $7 Attic Trick That Will Shave 15% off Your AC Bill This Summer – It Takes Just MinutesWeatherstripping is a quick, easy, and inexpensive step to keep bills low
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The Sonos Arc Soundbar Delivers a Powerful and Enveloping Soundstage – And It's More Affordable Than Its SuccessorThe Sonos Arc provides warm, rich sound and is excellent value for money
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The 10-Cent 'Paper Towel' DIY Test That Could Save You $10,000 in Water Damage This AprilThis quick DIY test could protect your home from flooding by finding hidden micro-cracks
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The One Part of Your Cordless Vacuum You’re Forgetting to Clean (And It’s Killing Your Suction)The shroud covering the floorhead needs to be clear for air to flow freely
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This Common Household ‘Dust Trap’ Is Worsening Your Allergies – But an $11 Vacuum Accessory Can Easily Fix ItYour fabric headboard harbors a surprising amount of dust and allergens
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The 20-Minute 'Rain Cooling' Method Is the Easiest and Cheapest Way to Reduce Spring Heat and Allergens in Your HomeOpening your windows immediately after light rainfall can reduce pollen and heat
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Pets Shedding Again? Let This Tangle-Free Robot Vacuum Do the Endless Spring Clean-Up for YouIt pulls fur from thick carpets, making spring cleaning much easier
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IKEA Has Quietly Launched a Smart Version of the Best-Selling 'Pendant' Light – Now, It's Dimmable and Color-ChangingPlus, you don't need a smart hub to customize it
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Stop 'Rowing' Your Vacuum and Leaving a Third of Your Pet's Hair Behind – This 90-Degree Cross-Hatch Rule Cleans Every Carpet FiberI have the numbers to prove it
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This $1 Vacuum Accessory Makes Your Whole House Smell Like an Anthropologie Store While You CleanIt takes seconds to fill your home with a fresh, lemony aroma
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I Cut My Electricity Bill Without Unplugging a Single Thing – Here Is the $6 Trick I Use Every NightYou can save up to $100 a year
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This $9 Wall Mount Keeps Your Cordless Vacuum From Always Toppling Over in StorageIt's renter-friendly, too
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Answer Deliveries While You're on Spring Vacation With This $35 Video Doorbell – Setup Takes Just MinutesThe Blink Video Doorbell doesn't require a monthly subscription, too
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Ward Off Burglars and Automate Your Evening Lighting Routine with These Affordable $6 Smart BulbsThey're 85% more affordable than leading smart bulbs
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The Spring Security Reset: 5 Front Porch Upgrades for a Safer SpringSponsor Content Created With Reolink
As outdoor activity increases, protect your front porch with these five simple additions to secure your front door deliveries
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