
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 has a BA in Philosophy and an MA in Magazine Journalism. For Homes & Gardens, they are a consumer advisor, and have tested 19 of the best vacuums and floor care appliances in our dedicated test center, their home and a busy pet shelter.
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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Air scrubber vs. air purifier – which is better for your home? HVAC pros and industry experts reveal the most effective air cleaning solution
I'm a home tech editor and use air purifiers in my own home, but now I'm considering an air scrubber
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Cleaning experts urge you to sprinkle this 1 kitchen ingredient into your vacuum to finally get rid of pesky odors
I've spent more than 200 hours testing vacuums, and I love the simplicity of this hack
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'The very best, most impactful, smart device to have' – experts say this 1 upgrade in your home will be potentially life-saving
You won't need to jab at your ceiling with a broom anymore to silence it, either
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I'm a home tech editor, and I always used to put off cleaning my sofas until I started using this tiny handheld vacuum (which is now on sale)
This simple but powerful handheld vacuum from Black+Decker has transformed my living room
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'I hope one day, a vacuum robot can bring me coffee while I’m sitting on the sofa' – researchers just programmed a robot vacuum to do 4 versatile household tasks
Robot vacuums have the potential to do so much more than simply clean your floors
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The most advanced robot vacuum we've ever tested is now $200 cheaper – it's the only one that keeps floors truly spotless
If it's still too expensive, another three of our favorites are also discounted right now
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Paranoid about bothering neighbors? These are the 3 quietest cordless vacuums we've tested that still banish debris – perfect for apartment living
As a professional vacuum tester, these still pack a punch without being loud
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Why your robot vacuum keeps getting stuck – as a professional vacuum tester, here are 3 simple ways to fix it yourself
Simple tweaks can make a huge difference
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Why Memorial Day is going to be the perfect – and perhaps last time – to beat incoming US tariff hikes for big-ticket household appliances
With steep price hikes predicted, this could be the last chance to grab big discounts on goods and appliances
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This $50 gadget tests your air quality for allergens, pollutants and harmful smoke – as a home tech editor, it's a must-have for all
An air quality monitor will detect harmful air particles in your home
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I've used this one thing in my bedroom every night for a year – as a lifelong allergy sufferer, I think I've finally found the magic cure
I wake up feeling clear, well-rested and free of allergy symptoms
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The 6 best air purifiers in 2025: I'm a home tech editor with asthma and allergies, and these models excelled in our tests for cleaner air at home
Everybody deserves to breathe clean air. With one of the best air purifiers, you can.
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I have suspected ADHD, and a cordless vacuum actually helps me clean – as a professional vacuum tester, here’s why I won’t go corded again
A cordless stick makes cleaning easier, faster and more fun
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This $5 hack can cut your water bill in half and vastly improve your water pressure – it's perfect for renters and homeowners alike
A faucet aerator can improve flow, reduce water, and help with washing up
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Engineers reveal the 3 common faults they're always fixing in robot vacuums – and how to prevent these from happening to yours
Shark, Dreame and iRobot Roomba engineers share the simple maintenance checks to make
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I've spent 200+ hours testing vacuums and tried the viral tea bag vacuum hack to deodorize naturally. The results surprised me
It worked better than I expected, but it's not the most effective method out there
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I'm an expert vacuum tester, and no, you really don't need a mattress vacuum – here's what to use instead
Before investing in a new gadget, the tried-and-true methods still work
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Engineers reveal the 4 common faults they're always fixing in Shark vacuums – and how you can prevent them from happening
These checks will restore your Shark vacuum to its former glory
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Dyson V15 Detect vs Dyson V12 Detect Slim – which is right for your home?
I've spent more than 200 hours testing vacuum cleaners and these two cordless Dysons are my personal favorites
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How safe are carpet deodorizers? As a seasoned vacuum tester, I urge you to try alternative methods
Natural cleaning is always the answer
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My Bissell pet vacuum was struggling until I cleaned the filter – here's how to do it in three quick steps
It doesn't take long to restore your Bissell vacuum's suction
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This is the one place in the home you should never steam clean – and what to do instead
Steam cleaning hardwood could ruin your natural, beautiful flooring
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Samsung has just released 'the world's most powerful cordless vacuum' – as an expert vacuum tester, I'm intrigued but skeptical
It's said to be more powerful than the top Dyson
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Why does my carpet feel damp? Property experts reveal the 3 causes and how to fix them properly to avoid mold
Condensation doesn't just gather on your windows
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