Articles by Punteha van Terheyden, Head of Solved

Punteha was editor of Real Homes before joining Homes and Gardens as Head of Solved in July 2024. Previous to this, she wrote and edited lifestyle and consumer pieces for the national press since 2008, 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 the independent real-life platform, Lacuna Voices, 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 from chronic pain, so small, well-placed DIY and decluttering projects that bring joy are her favorite kind. Punteha also has four years experience in the perfume industry, helping clients find the perfect fragrance for special occasions and daily use, and uses her industry training to mix her own essential oil blends for long-lasting, layered luxury home fragrancing.

Latest articles by Punteha van Terheyden

I tested the eufy Robot Vacuum 3-in-1 E20 and am impressed – it's light, compact, and perfect for small homes

eufy makes some of the best-in-class robot vacuums, and this combination vacuum is versatile and powerful

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Punteha van Terheyden

Latest articles by Punteha van Terheyden

I tested the eufy Robot Vacuum 3-in-1 E20 and am impressed – it's light, compact, and perfect for small homes

What to pack first when moving house – from a homes editor who has relocated 12 times, including between states and to another country

The versatile rolling storage trolley system every small bedroom needs – enjoy customizable brilliance from as little as $30

I've just discovered blue laundry detergent is toxic to humans and the environment – this is the safer, plant-based alternative laundry experts recommend

eufy vs. Ring – I was sick of monthly fees for my video doorbell, so I swapped to this superior subscription-free eufy one and have zero regrets

I always get my small space storage from Wayfair – and these discounted $35 Martha Stewart storage boxes are the perfect fix for my tiny vanity

I tried this one easy dishwasher trick and made the annoying need for manual drying a thing of the past

Using my Iranian grandma's fridge trick keeps my crisper drawer pristine – and fresh produce lasts twice as long

My grandma's 'chimney effect' bedroom cooling trick brought goose-pimple inducing relief to help me sleep on the hottest nights in Iran

It’s a concept straight out of a fashionista's playbook, but I used the Sandwich Method to organize my kitchen shelves – it’s never looked sleeker

I’m a homes editor and these are the 4 vital storage items I’m 'adding to cart' this spring – and why you should too

This tiered Joseph Joseph dish rack solved the constant sink-side traffic jam in my kitchen

My easy-to-maneuver and lightweight Miele C1 vacuum is perfect if you have back or arm pain

My cheap dehumidifier makes easy work of air drying laundry indoors despite the humidity of spring showers – get yours on sale for just $49 now

This slim $22 shoe rack from Amazon solved the storage snag in our tiny entryway

My large patio furniture is taking over my small outdoor space – this dining set from Walmart is the perfect swap (and it now has $200 off)

This cheap pet hair-removing tool makes easy work of shedding season in my cat-friendly home every spring – my $16 bulk buy lasts a whole year

I'm Persian and the 13 days of cleaning I always do to mark Nowruz – the first day of spring and Iranian New Year – will spruce up your house in no time

I ditched smokey incense sticks and candles for non-toxic dry-fragrance reeds – now my house always smells like a luxurious hotel for just $18

I worked in retail for 6 years and spent 6000+ hours folding 1000s of garments – my fool-proof ‘air folding’ method tidies clothes into satisfying stacks in seconds

My must-have cleaning solution for shedding season – I’ve tested 3 eufy robot vacuums and they're a game changer for pet hair cleanup

Removing this one personal item from my bedroom restored calm and helped me sleep again

Can you make pancakes in an air fryer? I tried and it's quick and easy – but here's how it compares to stovetop

I’m a homes editor and I wish I'd known these 4 crucial cleaning tips that make chores cheaper, easier and quicker years ago

4 vital ways you can cook and stay fed during a power outage – planning ahead is a must, say professional survivalists