Dan Fauzi
Dan is the Home Tech Editor for Homes & Gardens, covering all things 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 and looked after the wide variety of home and outdoor content across the site, but their writing about homes, gardens, tech and products started back in 2021 on brands like BBC Science Focus, YourHomeStyle and Gardens Illustrated.
Dan is based in Bristol, UK with a BA in Philosophy and an MA in Magazine Journalism. Outside of work, you'll find them at gigs and art galleries, cycling somewhere scenic, or cooking up something good in the kitchen.
Latest articles by Dan Fauzi
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Best car vacuums in 2024 – our top wet/dry, cordless and upright vacs, plus recommendations from professional car cleaners
Along with our 200+ hours of vacuum testing, we spoke with professional car detailers to find out exactly what makes the best car vacuum
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The 7 best vacuum cleaners for carpet in 2024 – tested by our appliance editors for deep cleaning across all carpet types
To find vacuum cleaners that can properly tackle high-pile and low-pile carpets, we've spent hours testing the world's best
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The 6 best Dyson vacuums in 2024 to suit every home, floor and budget –tested and reviewed by our editors
The best of the best Dyson vacuums - to suit every home, floor and budget
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The 5 best upright vacuum cleaners of 2024, tested by appliance experts
The best upright vacuums bring powerful suction and remarkable performance on carpet. We put the top models through their paces to find the best of the best.
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Best vacuums for hardwood floors in 2024: Tested and loved by our home tech pros for safe brush rolls, smooth mobility and powerful suction
From our extensive testing, these are the best vacuums to buy if you have hardwood floors, with safe brush rolls, smooth mobility and powerful suction
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Missed Prime Day? These are the very best of the remaining vacuum deals
Now's the last chance to grab a powerful cleaning upgrade for a fraction of the price, with vacuums from Dyson, Shark and Bissell still on sale after the Prime Day rush
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Shark NeverChange Air Purifier MAX review – the purifier that promises its filters don't need replacing
The Shark NeverChange Air Purifier MAX is a powerful appliance, and reasonably priced, considering the air quality features on offer
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This budget $69.99 Amazon dehumidifier will kick condensation in your home to the curb – and holds it own against the best one we've tested, at just a third of the cost
To stay on top of your home's humidity levels this dehumidifier in the Prime Day sale matches features of those that cost $100s more
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I'm a home tech editor and this Dyson vacuum is my best-on-test – and it's on sale right now with $170 off at Walmart
The market-leading Dyson V15 Detect is one of the very best vacuums we've ever tested (even pet hair is no match for it!) and it's now at its lowest price in months
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Best vacuums for pet hair in 2024: Tested by our home tech experts to help you keep your home fur-free
The best vacuum for pet hair will banish fur and smells. We test Dyson, Shark, Samsung and more to see if they really work
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I'm a home tech editor and this Shark vacuum is my best cordless Dyson alternative – and it's on sale right now with its lowest ever price on Amazon
The Shark Detect Pro Cordless vacuum cleaner is on offer for under $200 at Amazon, features automatic dust detection and impressive cleaning power to rival Dyson
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How to clean drywall dust without damaging your vacuum – pros share their most effective tricks
Our experts share the best and safest ways to clean drywall dust
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How to get rid of your old vacuum cleaner in 4 sustainable ways – and the last one waste management pros love may surprise you
Easy eco-friendly methods to dispose of your old vacuum cleaner
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Exterminators reveal what to always do after you've vacuumed a pest problem
These key actions will help you avoid further infestation
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How to get play dough out of carpet with this 3-step expert trick
Getting play dough out of carpet like a professional cleaner involves a few simple steps, and you likely already have the tools at home
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How to clean a mop head like the cleaning pros in 4 simple steps
Experts share their tried-and-tested mop head cleaning techniques to make yours last longer and floors immaculate
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This is the best way to clean engineered hardwood floors
Professional cleaners and flooring experts reveal their secrets to keep floors shiny and protected
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How to clear a blockage in a canister vacuum using a quarter – a smart trick enjoyed by vacuum experts that takes just minutes
The repair team at Miele have been fixing vacuums for as long as their vacuums have existed, and this hack on how they locate and clear a blockage quickly has been a game-changer for our editors
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3 simple tricks pros always use to freshen up their floors and vacuum cleaners
For a nicer-smelling home, professional cleaners swear by these simple solutions to keep your carpets, hard floors and vacuum cleaner refreshed and odor-free
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Can you microwave cardboard? Experts and chefs share whether it's safe, and what to do instead
Much of our food comes in cardboard packaging, but how safe is it to reheat it in the microwave?
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You should always clean your shower head with this cheap pantry item, say professional cleaners
Deep cleaning your shower head with vinegar is the key to shifting limescale and bacteria build-up
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Do you vacuum your mattress? If not, expert warns you should be – and more often than you think
We spoke with a lead scientist at Dyson on how vacuuming your mattress will reduce the bacteria and dust mites present
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Upright vs canister vacuums – which is right for your home?
I've tested dozens of upright and canister vacuums as a home tech editor and spoke with appliance experts about the differences, pros and cons
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Do dehumidifiers help with mold? Here's what the experts say
Day to day activities can increase moisture and lead to mold, so is a dedicated appliance worth it?
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