Category: Home Makeovers

Did you know many American flags sold today are made in China? There’s nothing wrong with those flags . . . but we know some folks would prefer to buy an American flag made in the USA by an American company. To help, we compared 11 different flags made in the USA, judging them on quality, durability and color vibrancy. Good news: you don’t have to spend a fortune to buy an American-made flag. Here are the ones we’d recommend!

FYI: Since 1994, we’ve been recommending and reviewing products for the home, families and children. We don’t take money or freebies from the brands we review. Our work is 100% reader-supported—so we appreciate you reading this article!

What’s the best mini fridge with freezer? To find out, we first asked the readers of our parenting books (2.1 million copies in print!) for their favorites. We took these suggestions and then did another six hours of research—we poured over lab test results to find the ones that were most accurate in temperature control and overall quality. After all that research, here are the ones we’d recommend.

FYI: We’ve been reviewing and rating products for the home since 1994. We don’t take money or freebies from the brands we review—that keeps our work independent! Our reviews are 100% reader-supported.

What’s the best laundry hamper? We tried out a dozen different hampers for laundry to find which were easiest to use and carry. Need a hamper for a college dorm room? Apartment? RV/camping? Here are the ones we’d recommend.

FYI: We’ve been reviewing and rating products for the home, kids and families since 1994. To keep it real, we don’t take money or freebies from the brands we review! Our work is 100% reader-supported . . . so we thank you for reading this article!

What is the best mandala tapestry? We researched 20 tapestries, comparing them on quality and affordability. If you are looking for a wall hanging for a bohemian, hippie or trippy vibe, here are the ones we’d recommend. Quick note: even though the word “tapestry” implies a woven or embroidered cloth, these tapestries are printed on one side. That makes them more affordable!

FYI: We’ve been reviewing and rating products for the home since 1994. To keep our work independent, we don’t take money or freebies from the brands we review! Our reviews are 100% reader-supported.

What is the best sectional sofa? We asked our parent readers for their favorites and then did another eight hours of research to compare quality and features. We also interviewed three folks who sell furniture for a living to get their insights. Here are the sectional sofas we think are best.

FYI: We’ve been reviewing and rating products for the home and families since 1994. We don’t take money or freebies from the brands we review. Our work is 100% reader-supported!

What’s the best mattress topper? Yes, you can give an old mattress new life with a topper—but what is best for back support? Hot sleepers? Side sleepers? We surveyed the readers of our parenting books (2.1 million copies in print!) to find their favorites. Then we took these suggestions and did additional work . . . including trying them ourselves. Here are the ones we’d recommend.

FYI: We’ve been reviewing and writing about products for the home, parents and families since 1994. We don’t take money or freebies from brands we review. When we test out a mattress topper for this article, we pay for it without own money. Our work is 100% reader-supported!

What’s the best twin XL mattress topper? Yes, a mattress topper can turn a rock-hard college dorm mattress into something much more comfy to sleep on. We tried out several top brands to find the most comfortable and softest toppers . . . at a price that didn’t break the bank. Here are the ones we’d recommend.

FYI: We’ve been reviewing and rating products for the home and families since 1994. To keep it real, we don’t take money or freebies from the brands we review. Our work is 100% reader-supported!

What are the best affordable floor lamps? Good news! You don’t have to spend a mortgage payment or month’s rent to find a great floor lamp. Whether you want a simple LED, industrial-style, modern or basic floor lamp with shelves, we’ve found affordable answers to your floor lamp dilemma. How? We surveyed our extensive parent readership to find their favorites. Then we poured over third-party tests to find the lamps that performed the best. Here are our best bets.

FYI: We’ve been reviewing and rating products for the home and families since 1994. To keep things independent, we don’t take money or freebies from brands we review! Our work is 100% reader-supported!