Latest articles by Punteha van Terheyden
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This $2 IKEA Bestseller Keeps Your Microwave Impeccable – and Minimizes the Need for Constant CleaningKeep splatter cleverly contained for easier maintenance with this enduring bestseller
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Goodbye, Damp Bath Mats – This Fast-Drying Stone Upgrade Is the Luxe Bathroom Fix I Didn’t Know I NeededI’m sick of slipping after showers and have found a chic, easy-dry alternative
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My Freezer Was a Mess, But I Have Saved So Much Time, Effort, and Money With These Versatile $21 Silicone TraysThis non-toxic gem will free space in my freezer and make portioned cubes with ease
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Stop Putting These 7 Things in the Dishwasher, Appliance Pros Warn – Avoid Damage and Costly Breakages by HandwashingWashing these kitchen staples by hand will improve longevity
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7 Things Minimalists Always Throw Out Daily to Prevent Clutter Avalanches – Pros Agree, It Really WorksStop clutter and unnecessary mess from building up with this simple daily habit
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7 Easy Ways to Heat Your House If the Furnace Goes Out – Stave Off Chills and DiscomfortWhilst waiting for a permanent fix from a technician, try these short-term tweaks and consider longer-term insulation advice from the pros
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7 Things Forcing Your Heating System to Work Harder – HVAC Pros Urge You to Fix Them NowTackling these will lower your utility bills, avoid larger and more costly repairs, and make your home's temperature more comfortable
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5 Heating Myths That Are Costing You Money – HVAC and Energy Pros Explain What Works InsteadSay goodbye to archaic rules that won't help keep you comfortable this winter
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My Boiler Broke and I Don’t Have Heating – 7 Ways I’m Surviving the Cold at Home Until It’s FixedJanuary brings the highest rate of broken boilers all year. Here are the immediate comfort tips to bridge the gap till yours is fixed
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I Stopped Adjusting the Thermostat During Cold Snaps – HVAC Experts Say Panic Heating Can Cost You MoreDon't suddenly crank the thermostat up; it'll only waste energy
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The Guilt-Free ‘Threshold Test’ Helped Me Easily Declutter My Packed Winter Closet in 5 MinutesI wish I had known about this fabulous organizing trick earlier
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5 Things Pros Warn You Should Never Store in Plastic Containers at Home – And the Safe Swaps to Make TodayPreserve your items and avoid unpleasant smells, marks, and mold
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I Said Goodbye to the Outdated 66°F Heating Rule: Turning the Temperature Up Really Is Better for Your Home, Health, and the PlanetMy bills didn't go up, we've been so comfortable, and all the condensation has disappeared
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I Tried the Upside-Down Decluttering Trick in My Messiest Kitchen Cabinet – It's the Simplest One I've Tried, But it Worked Shockingly WellPros say it’s great for neurodivergent minds
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8 Psychology-Backed Tips to Calm Your Nervous System While Decluttering Successfully in 2026If stress, anxiety, or a sensation of panic gets in the way of organizing your home, our experts in psychology have tips to soothe and succeed
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3 Easy Ways I Stopped My Living Room Looking Like A Mess on Christmas Day – Get Ahead of the Chaos and Reclaim Calm in MinutesA tiny bit of preparation goes such a long way in the chaos of Christmas morning
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Plumbing Pros Always Remove This 1 Item From Yards In Winter to Avoid Burst Pipes IndoorsIt takes seconds to detach your hose and could save you thousands in leak repairs
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I'm Hiding My Sink Mess from Christmas Guests with a 'Sophisticated’ $40 Roll-Up Japanese Drainer That's a Small-Space GemIt increases usable surfaces, is easy to store, and highly durable
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I Sprinkled This Kitchen Ingredient on the Carpet Under My Christmas Tree – Cleaning Pros Say It’s a Game-Changer for a Quick Clean UpThis common, natural ingredient soaks up sap and saves carpets and rugs
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The Hardworking HomeThis is where our specialist editors test and recommend the products that keep your home running smoothly. From the non-toxic coffee maker you rely on every morning to the cooling mattress you rest on every night, our team combines hands-on experience with expert consultation to help you make confident, informed buying decisions. We cover the appliances, tools, and technology that define an efficient home, and whether we're reviewing kitchen essentials and PFAS-free cookware or the latest home security and audio, every recommendation is grounded in reality. We test products in our own homes to assess performance, durability, and long-term value, looking far beyond simple first impressions. As summer heat and humidity deepen, we are focusing on the art of the home refresh, from cooling sleep essentials to the practical guidance you need to optimize your routines and help your home feel calm, capable, and considered every single day.
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Plumbers Say This Holiday Habit Ruins Garbage Disposals and Blocks Drains – Most Hosts Do It Without RealizingPlus, the planet-friendly fix
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I Took a Chance on IKEA’s Cruelty-Free, Easy-Dry, Down-Alternative Duvet – I'm Shocked at Just How Good It Is for $29We've tested one at 10 times the price, and I'm going to go out on a limb and say IKEA's felt just as luxurious
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We Keep Losing Hats and Gloves – This Hidden $14 Over-the-Door Storage Gem Will Keep Winter Gear In CheckNot having an allocated place to store winter essentials means money and time wasted
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‘I Put This on the Drain Pipe, and It Hasn’t Frozen Since’ – Frost King’s $29 Cable Kit Will Save You From Burst Pipes This WinterAvoid the drama and headache of a sudden winter leak with ease
