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The Household Gears Test Team
The people who buy, test and photograph every product on this site
We are a small team that buys budget home gear with our own money, uses it in a real home for weeks, measures what we can, and writes down what we found. Named authors and photos will be added as the team grows.
Tests by The Household Gears Test Team
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Vacuum Types Explained: Stick, Upright, Canister, Handheld and Robot
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Robot Vacuum vs Cordless Stick Vacuum: Which Should You Buy First?
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How to Wash Pillows: Down, Feather, Fiber and Memory Foam
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How to Organize a Small Closet (Without Buying a Whole System)
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How to Install a Bidet Attachment (No Plumber Needed)
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How to Get Rid of Dust in Your House (and Keep It From Coming Back)
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How to Clean a Robot Vacuum So It Keeps Working
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How to Clean a Humidifier (and Stop the Pink Slime Coming Back)
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How to Clean Hardwood Floors Without Damaging Them
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How to Choose an Air Purifier: HEPA, CADR and Room Size Explained
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How to Choose a Space Heater: Types, Wattage and Safety
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How to Choose a Mattress Topper: Thickness, Material and Firmness
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How Often to Change an Air Purifier Filter (and How to Make It Last)
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Cool Mist vs Warm Mist Humidifier: Which One Should You Buy?
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How to Clean a Shower Head (Without Taking It Off)
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How to Clean a Mattress (Stains, Smells and Dust Mites)
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How to Clean a Couch: Fabric, Microfiber and Leather
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How to Clean Your Washing Machine (Front Loader and Top Loader)
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