
Punteha van Terheyden
Punteha was editor of Real Homes before joining Homes and Gardens as Head of Solved. Previously, she wrote and edited lifestyle and consumer pieces for the national press for 16 years, working across print and digital newspapers and magazines, including BBC Good Food, Daily Mail, Metro, Mirror, Take a Break, Bella, Closer, Woman’s Own, and more. She’s also a Sunday Times bestselling ghostwriter, founding editor of independent real platform, lacunavoices.com and a journalism mentor delivering guest lectures at top universities. Punteha is a DIY enthusiast and spends her weekends working on ways to personalize her newly-built home in the quiet of the tranquil countryside and has a modern-natural home aesthetic. She is disabled and suffers chronic pain so small projects that bring joy are her favorite kind.
Latest articles by Punteha van Terheyden
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I was skeptical when I tried the Smartphone Decluttering Method on my messiest rooms – I was shocked how quickly it tidied things up
I wish I’d known about it years ago
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An awkward, sloped yard isn't an excuse for wasted space – my resin shed has stood the test of time for 5 years
And it's still going strong
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I've had terrible neck pain and cycled through six different pillows in three years – I've finally found 'The One' and 10,000 people a month swear by it, too
And it's 43% off for Amazon Prime Day – snap it up now for pain-free sleep
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I’ve been an Amazon Prime member for 20 years, and I promise you the best deals are boring bulk buys – 5 practical essentials I'm buying only once this year
I’m locking in convenience for the next 365 days
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I’ve finally ditched toxic plastic food containers for this safe alternative for storing meals – it's dishwasher, oven, freezer, and microwave-proof
Silicone is the way forward
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I’m sick of my messy drawers not opening, so I'm snapping up Amazon’s versatile 65-cent organizers – they’re non-slip and easy to clean
I’m snapping up a 24-pack while they’re still great value
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Forget the Amazon Prime Day sale, this whopping 75% Walmart discount on digital picture frames will streamline your sentimental photo clutter in an instant, guilt-free
Enjoy 80,000 photos without boxes of prints
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Banish bacteria 'blind spots' with the Transparent Cleaning method – experts say it’s like ‘turning the lights on’ hidden grime
It makes light work of deep cleaning
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I doubled the storage in my smallest room with this 1 item and added a stylish pop of ‘unexpected red’, bringing fun to functionality
Small storage doesn't have to be boring
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This is the only kitchen cabinet organizer I’m buying for messy pans – it will make my awkward cabinet accessible, too
Say goodbye to tweaking your back just to get that pan out
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Keeping this humble $9 tool in my shower has banished limescale buildup, reduced humidity by 90% and stopped pink mold
A simple squeegee has transformed my bathroom cleaning
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Why is my AC not cooling or blowing cold air? HVAC experts reveal the 8 most common problems
Some you can fix yourself, others need the pros
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I’m sick of my outdoor cushions getting drenched by sudden summer showers – this multi-functional 'premium' fix is what 1000s of people swear by
It’s perfect for small patios and spaces
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This $14 tiered Joseph Joseph cabinet organizer will instantly double your storage space
It's a renter-friendly, no-drill hero
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This 1 thing has been my secret portable weapon against heatwaves for a decade – it's damage-free, renter-friendly, and just $38
It's so easy to use
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How I turned ruthlessly decluttering my small, crowded house into a family bonding activity – streamline, make cash, and have fun
It's much more fun than a regular clear-out
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7 reasons your sink won't drain – plus expert tips to unclog a sink like a pro
Why your sink is clogged, how to fix it, and stop it from happening again
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This 1 versatile cleaning tool has transformed my kitchen and bathroom cleaning – it’s a total gamechanger for quick and effortless cleaning
As a person in chronic pain with a weak grip, it's become essential in my home
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I'm spending my $50 Amazon birthday gift card on 4 kitchen cabinet essentials to instantly tidy up the chaos
These items are affordable but impactful
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This targeted outdoors-themed summer decluttering session will quickly streamline vital areas and banish resentment that your limited time is being wasted
Give hours to areas that will make a big difference right now
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This is the 1 item professional cleaners never waste their time with when cleaning outdoors, and the $40 alternative for easy, fast results
Ditch your broom for quicker clean up, especially over large areas
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I'm a DIY enthusiast, but my toolbox is chaos – that's why this 1 clever, multi-functional digital measuring device helps me streamline it
It’s a perfect gift for DIY lovers
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$200 off! I’m finally grabbing this bestselling pressure washer at Walmart for just $99
The flash deal on this powerful but compact unit is a steal
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I’ve been in chronic pain for 25 years – these 9 tips will help you successfully declutter with health challenges without a flare or injury
Experts say finding the 'Goldilocks' zone will prevent suffering
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