
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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Everyone’s talking about cozy fall, but I’m still trying to stay cool – it's the perfect time to grab this portable AC unit at its lowest price ever
My portable AC has saved me
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This miniature $16 foldaway laundry rack from Joseph Joseph is perfect for even the tiniest of homes and takes up zero floor space
Use it for drying laundry, hanging up ironed garments, or outfit prep for tomorrow
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Why is my home's masonry looking chalky? Contractors reveal the cause, how to easily restore it before winter, and when this residue is a warning sign
It's a natural reaction, but it can also signal a hidden leak
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If you want your laundry basket to stay fresh, this $16 ventilated one is so easy to keep sanitized – it knocks out odors before they start
It can easily become a breeding ground for bacteria
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I ran out of hanging space in my tiny closet before I spotted this simple $6 storage solution
It's so easy and effective
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‘Have a dryer? You should have this’ – the $17 extending dryer vent cleaning hero 10,000 Amazon shoppers bought last month and loved
You don’t need a drill to use it
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I desperately need a small cabinet for my compact bathroom, and this slim $51 freestanding gem will instantly double my storage for essentials
It takes up minimal floor space
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I’ll admit I have too many shoes that I won’t get rid of – this $12 over-the-door organizer is the small-space fix I’ve been looking for
It holds 35 pairs of shoes in one go
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I’m a stubborn millennial and hate ironing, but I'll admit this $49 compact steamer for easy wrinkle-banishing is now a must-have
I guess 'ironing is redundant' won't be the millennial hill I'll die on after all
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‘I felt completely sick’ – water damage wreaked $80,000 of 'havoc' and months of 'painful' repairs on this devastated homeowner
Plumbing issues turned a dream addition into a nightmare
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'Organized and fabulous' – I already have this Joseph Joseph laundry basket, but it’s so good I’m buying another for my bedroom while there is a $30 discount
It makes sorting dirty laundry effortless
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I follow these 5 simple steps after every shower and my bathroom is always spotless and mold-free
It's great for hard-water areas like mine
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I’ve had enough of the visual chaos of my metal shoe rack, so I’m upgrading to this $99 flash deal on a slim and tidy rattan closet for my tiny entryway
My messy open storage worked for a while but it’s time for a fresh look
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I'm sick of chaos in my fridge, so I'm bagging these $13 stackable organizers to sort it out once and for all
Thrilled shoppers are using these all over their homes
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‘Everything has a place now’ – my favorite 72-cent Amazon drawer organizers are back on sale and they’re perfect mess-busters across the home
60,000 shoppers bought this bestseller in the last month alone
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Is the outside of your home covered in dusty summer cobwebs? Remove them easily at arm's length with this free DIY tool tip
You only need three items readily found in most homes
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I've switched on my brain's cleaning autopilot with this fun musical hack that mental health pros say will beat procrastination and chore dread
Check out our playlist, too
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I was horrified to learn this is one of the dirtiest items in my house, but an ‘awesome’ $12 cleaning duo helps me quickly and fully sanitize it with ease
Reusable bottles are popular, good for the planet, and filthy, apparently
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Tired of wrinkled, messy cloth place mats and napkins? This compact $16 undershelf holder is perfect for small kitchens and takes ‘one second to install’
Fuss and damage free, with versatile functionality to boot
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If your bedroom is short on floor and storage space, this $32 slide-out under-bed-saviour is the perfect fix
Add storage that's easy to access
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‘I felt outraged I had to do this so soon’ – decluttering after bereavement is never easy, but an organizing pro reveals the crucial mantra to relieve decision-making doubt
There are no mistakes when you’re clearing out a space after the death of a loved one, pros say
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Considering AC? Here's what you need to know before you invest, from HVAC and industry pros
From which type is best for your home, to calculating capacity and costs, our experts have you covered
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I’m sick of my trash bags tearing, so I’m switching to these great value 15-cent heavy-duty ones that 190,000 people swear by
I wish I'd switched it sooner
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Intentional ‘Tidying Festivals’ helped me finally declutter my empty nest before I downsized
Slow and steady won the race without breaking my heart in the process
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