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Unlike wring mops that can create quite a mess, this Shark favorite uses microfiber grip pads that allow the hot steam to seep through, cleaning stuck-on dirt and grime in just a few passes. The mop is designed with three steam settings to choose from on the control panel that allow you to customize how much power you need based on the mess you’re taking care of. To buy: $100 (was $130); amazon....

Now, the designer and creative is bringing her excellent, punchy taste into the holidays with a curated gift guide at Nordstrom—and it’s full of colorful hosting essentials. If it feels too early to be planning for the holidays, consider the very real issues challenging the global supply chain: Route, a consumer app that helps you track all your online purchases in one place, has found that the average number of packages tracked per shopper is up 27 percent year over year, and it is seeing three times the amount of packages being routed this September than the same time last year....

To buy: $40; amazon.com. Unlike other memory foam pillows that tend to retain heat, the “hotel-quality” set is designed with cooling gel fibers to give you that coveted responsive, cushioned feel without all the sweating. Additionally, the cover is made with breathable cotton—you know, the best summer fabric ever—which also helps to regulate your body temperature to prevent overheating. In fact, one reviewer claims that the pillows feel like “you are [lying] on a cloud” while others say the set stays “surprisingly cool” even without the need to “turn it over to find the cold side....

It comes in five different colors to suit the decor of your kitchen and its flat design means it can be stored wherever you need it—unlike it’s tall, bulky cousins. Plus, the Snap N Strain Strainer is affordable at $16, but a couple of the colorways are currently on sale, making them even more inexpensive. To buy: From $14; amazon.com. If you’re worried about the strainer fitting your Dutch oven, stainless steel pans or stock pot, shoppers say they’ve had no issue clipping it on to anything they own and want to drain—even including their salad or soup bowls....

Haley opts for reusable tools, trading in one-use makeup wipes and swabs for reusable versions (that work with just water—no product required!). She also uses makeup brands, like Saie and Glow Recipe, that are committed to being carbon neutral, and work with Terracycle to make it easy to recycle and reuse the packaging for her beauty products.

Thankfully, I finally found the Goldilocks of walking shoes. The Skechers’ Uno Stand on Air Sneakers look great with nearly every outfit I have, without sacrificing comfort. One of the brand’s classic designs and a best-seller, the Stand on Air sneakers are made with a cooling memory foam insole that contours to my flat feet while providing support. I can walk for hours in them without any soreness and aches, and after realizing how much I love them, I now own three pairs....

What’s the connection? Smart devices were a bit late to the party when it comes to data privacy protections, and hackers, just as they are with attacking your web browsing, are increasingly clever. Still, for all the fears, there’s some basic advice everyone can and should do to protect themselves, and it’s not as scary as you think. Also, remember that, as with coronavirus, the basics protect you from most of the risks....

“It’s located about two blocks from the beach in the heart of Hermosa, a small surf town in Southern California,” says designer Christine Vroom, who was hired for the project. “Mike and Isabella bought the house as a tear-down, and wanted to rebuild one that felt beachy without being too trendy.” Vroom describes the couple as having a lot of personality while still being casual, and aimed to create an atmosphere that reflected those laid-back yet welcoming sensibilities....

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Still, we’ve learned to be thrifty with our space and have relied on some choice pieces of furniture for making our molehill feel more like a mountain. Not least of which: these mid-century modern stools from Target. The Linon Bentwood Stools come in a set of four and have played the role of nearly every piece of furniture imaginable: around the table as extra chairs when our dinner parties grow reliably outsize, at the side of the sofa to hold mugs when a pillow insert turns our coffee table into an ottoman (another small-space hack), as a step stool to reach high-up shelves where blankets and trunks are stored, as extra counter space to accommodate various kitchen appliances or to rig complicated systems when my boyfriend, the chef-in-residence, gets an idea in his head....

To make shopping easier, we compiled our favorite recent finds in one easy-to-browse list. Our editors shared 12 hidden gems they discovered and loved in March spanning home, kitchen, beauty, fashion, and pets. And here’s the best part: Everything is under $25. Sleepytime Lavender Aromatherapy Shower Steamers, $21 Beautural Fabric Shaver and Lint Remover, $12 Vucchini Glass Dispenser Bottle, $12 Gorilla Grip Pet Grooming Gloves, $9 Dreamfarm Silicone Sit Up Scraping Spoon, $10 Kitsch Soft Microfiber Towel Scrunchies, $14 Eucerin Eczema Relief Full Body Cream, $10 (was $13) CamelBak Chute Mag BPA-Free Water Bottle, $17 Honest Beauty Extreme Length Mascara and Lash Primer, $17 Auu High-Waisted Buttery Soft Leggings, $16 BrüMate Hopsulator Double-Walled Insulated Can Cooler, $20 Rinse Ace Detachable Hose Snap ‘N Spray, $21...

To find the best shoe storage solutions, we researched hundreds of options, considering factors like size, shoe capacity, type, and style. We also spoke to two professional organizers—Holly Blakey, professional organizer at Breathing Room, and Joanna Wirick, life and home professional organizer at Joanna Organize—for advice on how to organize your shoes and choose the best storage solution for your space. “Look for a system that maximizes the space, but doesn’t take up space,” Blakey says....

To select the best living room rugs, we considered factors like pile height, material, design, color, size, and budget. For expert tips, we consulted interior designer Kate Lester of Kate Lester Interior, who explained what to look for in an area rug that combines both form and function. Since this is the area of your home with the most foot traffic, Lester suggests prioritizing pile height and material. “Wool is always amazing because it’s natural and can be cleaned via a carpet cleaner just like regular wall-to-wall carpet, but a blend option would be nice as they are much more affordable and are easy to spot clean,” says Lester....

First, it’s an investment: According to HomeAdvisor, a kitchen remodel—the most common home renovation—costs an average of $22,000, and even a smaller-scale remodel (like a bathroom redo) averages around $10,000. Beyond that, there’s the tricky task of managing a workforce that could consist of designers, architects, contractors, and subs for a project where you may or may not have any technical expertise. (Not to mention: You may already have your hands full managing a couple of kids and a dog....

To come up with these recommendations, we thoroughly researched the best laundry detergents on the market and rounded up our top picks based on factors such as type (like pod, powder, or liquid), formula, and available scents. For expert insight, we tapped Leslie Reichert, the Green Cleaning Coach and author of the book “The Joy of Green Cleaning.” She explained how laundry detergents remove germs from clothing and discussed the importance (or lack thereof) of expiration dates....