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From sheets and showerheads to lawnmowers and grills, we've researched and tested the gear that will help you get the most out of your space. Whether you're furnishing a new apartment, grilling burgers on the patio, organizing the garage, or tending to your garden, these are the home and garden tools and supplies we recommend.

Bathroom

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  • A few shower curtains in different patterns and textures hanging from a shower rod.

    The Best Shower Curtains

    by Claire Perlman

    After testing dozens of shower curtains, from classic neutrals to neon vinyls, we share our favorite options to help embellish any bathroom.

  • A selection of five our or favorite hair dryers.

    The Best Hair Dryer

    by Nancy Redd

    After more than 70 hours of research and tests of 42 hair dryers, we’ve found that many perform similarly, but the Rusk W8less is the one we recommend first.

  • Our picks for electric toothbrushes, the Oral-B Pro 1000 and the Philips Sonicare 4100, shown alongside floss and a glass of water.

    The Best Electric Toothbrush

    by Nancy Redd

    We’ve tested 66 electric toothbrushes in hundreds of trials at the bathroom sink. The minimalist yet effective Oral-B Pro 1000 is our top pick.

Bedroom

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  • A selection of pillows tested for our review of the best bed pillow.

    The Best Bed Pillows

    by Jackie Reeve

    After spending more than 1,000 nights testing hundreds of pillows, we have a range of favorites, so you can pick the right one for you.

  • Two white comforters folded up on the floor next to a white teddy bear and one white comforter folded on top of a white ottoman next to an alarm clock and candle on a plate.

    The Best Comforters

    by Jackie Reeve

    We’ve tried dozens of comforters, spending hundreds of hours sleeping on them. Here are the six best.

  • A couple of quilts neatly folded and stacked, along with two shams.

    The Best Quilts

    by Jackie Reeve

    After testing 14 different quilts, we found two cozy and beautiful ones that we love.

Cleaning

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Closet and laundry

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  • Our top pick, the Brooklinen Beach Towel, shown in a striped pattern with shoes, books, and sunglasses.

    The Best Beach Towel

    by Kit Dillon

    After testing beach towels all over the country, we have four great options—plus a towel alternative that’s ideal for families with babies.

  • A shot of a closet containing several shirts and sweaters set up with several closet organizing implements.

    Closet Organizing Ideas

    by Jackie Reeve, Katie Okamoto, and Alex Arpaia

    We spent 42 hours on research and consulted five professional organizers to find the best tools for tackling messy closets of every size.

  • Four of our picks for best laundry basket or hamper, each with a few items of laundry inside.

    The Best Laundry Baskets and Hampers

    by Danna Lorch

    After testing dozens of laundry baskets and hampers, we found the six best ones—from classic baskets to laundry sorters—to suit a variety of needs.

Cooling

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  • How to Keep Your Home Cool

    by Tim Heffernan

    Here are all our product recommendations for keeping cool—and our advice on how to make everything work better.

  • A selection of fans, in different shapes and sizes, that we tested to find the best.

    The Best Fan

    by Thom Dunn

    Efficiently circulate air and rely less on your HVAC system with a powerful, compact room fan.

Entertaining

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Furniture

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  • Five patio umbrellas tested shown setup outdoors side by side.

    The Best Patio Umbrella and Stand

    by Kalee Thompson, Katie Okamoto, and Ellen Airhart

    After years of long-term testing, we recommend Treasure Garden’s Market Umbrella and Article’s Paima Umbrella Base as the best patio umbrella and base.

  • A person sitting on a sofa with their feet up and a dog at the other end.

    The Best Sofas You Can Buy Online

    by Katie Okamoto, Gregory Han, and Abigail Stone

    In this guide we walk you through what to look for before buying a sofa online and the best furniture companies to shop from.

  • A blue and white striped rug with its corner pulled back to reveal a rug pad.

    The Best Rug Pads

    by Alex Arpaia and Daniela Gorny

    After researching 23 rug pads and testing 15, we found that the Mohawk Home Dual Surface Rug Pad offers the best combination of cushion and grip.

Garage

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Gardening

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Home Safety

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Home tools and toolboxes

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  • Three different pairs of adjustable pliers.

    The Best Adjustable Pliers

    by Doug Mahoney

    Grip and hold just about anything with a versatile tool that can last decades.

  • The Best Multi-Tool

    by Doug Mahoney

    Here’s our advice on all-in-one problem solvers.

  • Our three picks for best stud finder, shown attached to or propped up against a pink wall.

    The Best Stud Finder for Home Use

    by Doug Mahoney

    After 30 hours of research and testing, we think the C.H. Hanson 03040 Magnetic Stud Finder is the best magnetic stud finder for most people.

Smart home devices

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  • A multi-color light strip, partially rolled out, and displaying segments of different colors.

    The Best Smart Strip Lights

    by Rachel Cericola

    Smart strip lights are flexible lengths of controllable LEDs that provide decorative lighting throughout your home. Here are the four sets we recommend.

  • Our pick for best smart deadbolt lock, the Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt, installed on a white door.

    The Best Smart Locks

    by Jon Chase

    A smart lock lets you go key-free and know whenever someone comes and goes. Our pick, the Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt, is sturdy, simple, and reliable.

  • Two windows with white blinds behind a gray couch

    The Best Smart Window Shades and Blinds

    by Megan Wollerton

    Smart shades and blinds can be set up to open or close on a schedule or at your command. They save energy, make life more convenient, and can help boost home security.

Storage

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Weather

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  • Two closed stick umbrellas and four regular umbrellas of different colors lean against a pair of black Hunter rain boots.

    The Best Umbrellas for Wind and Rain

    by James Austin, Daniel Varghese, and Sarah J. Robbins

    Through rain, wind, and snow, we tested 48 umbrellas until we found the six best.

  • The air purifiers we recommend side by side.

    How to Set Up an Air Purifier

    by Tim Heffernan

    Air purifiers aren’t complicated, but a few tips and techniques can help you optimize their performance.

  • Our top pick portable air conditioner, the Midea Duo MAP12S1TBL, shown in a room.

    The Best Portable Air Conditioner

    by Thom Dunn

    A good portable AC is hard to find, but our picks provide year-round climate control that’s quiet and efficient.

More Home Posts

  • Two robot vacuums next to each other, vacuuming a red floor with a few pieces of cereal on it.

    The Best Robot Vacuums

    by Sabine Heinlein

    Robot vacuums never get bored or tired, so with little effort on your part, they can keep your floors consistently tidy.

  • Sets of cotton sheets folded on top of a stool and a stack of pillows.

    The Best Cotton Sheets

    by Jackie Reeve

    We’ve spent more than 600 hours over nearly a decade researching and testing cotton sheets. Here are the best ones we’ve found.

  • The Best Sheets

    by Christine Cyr Clisset

    After years of researching bedsheets—from cotton to flannel and everything in between—we’ve found the best sets no matter what your preference.

  • Four different vacuums pictured with crumbs on the floor.

    The Best Upright and Canister Vacuums

    by Sabine Heinlein

    Only a powerful plug-in upright or canister vacuum can truly deep-clean your carpets and floors. We recommend four.

  • Several of our vacuum picks.

    The Best Vacuum Cleaners

    by Sabine Heinlein

    For a dependable, versatile, and affordable cleaner, we prefer a bagless upright, but we have recommendations for other types of vacuums as well.

  • All the cordless stick vacuums we tested for this guide, with pet hair, candy, cereal, and dirt and other messes on the floor.

    The Best Cordless Stick Vacuum

    by Sabine Heinlein

    Power cords got you wound up? We’ve tested dozens of cordless stick vacuums to find those with the best combination of cleaning power, comfort, and convenience.

  • Some of our picks for best vacuum for pet hair, being displayed next to some loose pet hair and pet toys.

    What’s the Best Vacuum for Pet Hair?

    by Sabine Heinlein

    We recommend six vacuums that have the tools, power, and maneuverability to tackle pet fur in your carpets, on your couch, or in your car.

  • A Hay Kaleido Tray with a note that says "welcome" on it, with some Recchiuti Confections Black Box chocolates and wool felt coasters scattered around it.

    21 Host and Hostess Gifts

    by Samantha Schoech and Mari Uyehara

    Whether it’s a dinner party or long weekend, thank your host or hostess with one of these delicious, beautiful, or useful gifts.

  • Our top three picks from our review of the best electric toothbrush for kids.

    The Best Electric Toothbrush for Kids

    by Nancy Redd

    Kids don’t need an electric toothbrush to achieve good dental hygiene, though a smaller brush head and built-in timer may help them brush better.

  • Our picks for best home security system, which are all smart devices, displayed next to each other and a couple of padlocks.

    The Best Home Security System

    by Rachel Cericola

    A good home security system should make it easy to find peace of mind. It can alert you to an open door or window, frighten away prowlers, and call for help.

  • A melted ice cream cone on a shirt.

    So You Stained Your Shirt. Now What?

    by Andrea Barnes

    With the right supplies, a solid game plan, and some patience, you can remove even the toughest stains from the seemingly unsalvageable in your laundry bin.

  • Thirteen security cameras we tested side by side.

    The Best Security Cameras for Your Home

    by Rachel Cericola

    Wi-Fi security cameras can help protect your family and possessions. We’ve reviewed and picked the best models for every area of your home.

  • Four smart LED light bulbs, three loose and one in a wooden lamp, that we tested to find the best smart LED bulb.

    The Best Smart LED Light Bulbs

    by Megan Wollerton

    These smart devices can transform the ambiance and comfort levels of any space in the time it takes to open an app and screw in a light bulb.

  • A white Google Nest Doorbell, our pick for best smart doorbell camera, shown mounted on a white wall.

    The Best Smart Doorbell Camera

    by Rachel Cericola

    A smart doorbell camera allows you to see who’s on the other side of your front door so you can screen visitors and package deliveries—even if you aren’t home.

  • Different kinds of handsaws next to pieces of wood.

    The Best Handsaw

    by Doug Mahoney

    Try these saws for precise cuts in wood that are simpler and safer than using power tools.