Home and Garden World

A good fire pit turns any outdoor space into a destination—whether you want a nearly smokeless backyard hangout, a quick-on propane flame for weeknights, or a portable pit you can toss in the car for tailgates. The “best” one for you mostly comes down to fuel type (wood vs. propane), how much smoke you’ll tolerate, …...

A reed diffuser is one of the easiest ways to keep a space consistently fresh without a flame, heat, or plugs—especially in entryways, bathrooms, and living rooms where you want a “set it and forget it” scent. The key is picking the right scent strength (throw) and oil volume for the size of your room, …...

Indoor “trees” are the fastest way to make a space feel finished: they add height, soften hard lines, and create a focal point that smaller plants can’t match. The trick is picking a species that actually fits your light, ceiling height, and tolerance for maintenance—because a tree that needs full sun will struggle in a …...

Office plants do more than make a workspace look “finished.” The right plant can soften harsh lighting, add a little calm to a screen-heavy day, and make a desk or break room feel more human—without turning your workweek into a plant-care chore. This guide focuses on plants that actually fit office reality: inconsistent light, dry...

Baseboards are low to the ground, so they collect a perfect storm of dust, pet hair, shoe scuffs, mop splash, and sticky grime—especially near kitchens, hallways, and entryways. The best way to clean baseboards is a simple three-pass system: remove dry debris first, wash gently with a mild solution, then detail tough spots (without...

A good immersion blender can replace (or at least dramatically reduce your need for) a countertop blender for everyday cooking: silky soups blended right in the pot, quick salad dressings, homemade mayo, smoothies in a tall cup, and even whipping or chopping if you choose a model with attachments. The challenge is that “power”...

Memory foam is still the go-to for people who want pressure relief, deep contouring, and minimal motion transfer (so you don’t feel every toss-and-turn next to you). The trade-offs haven’t changed: some foams sleep warm, some feel slow to respond, and softer models can let your hips sink too far—especially for stomach sleepers or...

Pet hair is one of the toughest everyday messes for a robot vacuum because it behaves differently on every surface: it clings to rugs, floats into corners, and tangles brushrolls until performance drops. The best models for pet homes aren’t just “more powerful”—they combine strong carpet agitation, anti-tangle brush design,...