Alexa Erickson

Contributing Writer

About

Alexa Erickson is a lifestyle writer and former BobVila.com staff member. Her areas of expertise include travel, food and drink, home decorating, home improvement, health and wellness, and beauty.

More from Alexa Erickson

A group of the best vacuum mop combo options grouped together on a tile floor.

Cleaning Supplies

Testing the 7 Best Vacuum Mop Combos for Spotless Floors Testing the 7 Best Vacuum Mop Combos for Spotless Floors

By Alexa Erickson, By Amanda Lauren

A rustic modern kitchen.

12 Rustic Kitchen Ideas That Bring Your Space Back to Basics 12 Rustic Kitchen Ideas That Bring Your Space Back to Basics

By Alexa Erickson, Updated by Amy Anderson

Go Dark and Dramatic with Black Kitchen Cabinets

Go Dark and Dramatic with Black Kitchen Cabinets Go Dark and Dramatic with Black Kitchen Cabinets

By Alexa Erickson

Woman eating in small kitchen.

15 Kitchenette Ideas to Suit Every Style and Budget 15 Kitchenette Ideas to Suit Every Style and Budget

By Alexa Erickson

Backhoe digging for a residential swimming pool

13 Home Improvements You Might Make That Your Neighbors Will Probably Hate 13 Home Improvements You Might Make That Your Neighbors Will Probably Hate

By Alexa Erickson, By Gretchen Heber

The Best Gardening and Plant Identification Apps for Your Smartphone

Lawn, Garden & Pool

The Best Gardening and Plant Identification Apps for Your Smartphone The Best Gardening and Plant Identification Apps for Your Smartphone

By Teresa Odle, By Alexa Erickson

13 Hallway Lighting Ideas That Work Even in Windowless Spaces

Lighting & Electrical

13 Hallway Lighting Ideas That Work Even in Windowless Spaces 13 Hallway Lighting Ideas That Work Even in Windowless Spaces

By Alexa Erickson

8 Botanical-Themed Reddit Threads All Plant Parents Should Know About

8 Botanical-Themed Reddit Threads All Plant Parents Should Know About 8 Botanical-Themed Reddit Threads All Plant Parents Should Know About

By Alexa Erickson

Home Depot's 12-Foot Skeleton and Inferno Pumpkin Skeleton for Halloween

Home Depot’s 12-Foot Skeleton Is Back in Stock Today—But Not for Long Home Depot’s 12-Foot Skeleton Is Back in Stock Today—But Not for Long

By Alexa Erickson, By Kathleen Corlett

modern living room with orange sofa and colorful gallery wall prints

25 Wall Decor Ideas for Every Style and Budget 25 Wall Decor Ideas for Every Style and Budget

By Alexa Erickson, By Rachel Brougham

pro painting tip use a drywall knife

Painting & Finishing

Pro Painting Tip: This $10 Tool Will Save You Hours—Seriously! Pro Painting Tip: This $10 Tool Will Save You Hours—Seriously!

By Alexa Erickson

The Best Halloween Projectors for Easy Halloween Decorations

The Best Halloween Projectors The Best Halloween Projectors

By Alexa Erickson

19 Instagram Accounts to Follow if You Love Old Homes 19 Instagram Accounts to Follow if You Love Old Homes

By Alexa Erickson, By Nicole Shein

I’ve Tried Dozens of Dyson Products—And These 5 Are Worth Every Dollar

I’ve Tried Dozens of Dyson Products—And These 5 Are Worth Every Dollar I’ve Tried Dozens of Dyson Products—And These 5 Are Worth Every Dollar

By Alexa Erickson

Ruggable Just Launched a Bath Mat That’s Even Easier to Keep Clean

Ruggable Just Launched a Bath Mat That’s Even Easier to Keep Clean Ruggable Just Launched a Bath Mat That’s Even Easier to Keep Clean

By Alexa Erickson

I Found the Best Peel-and-Stick Contact Paper—And It Looks Just Like Marble

I Found the Best Peel-and-Stick Contact Paper—And It Looks Just Like Marble I Found the Best Peel-and-Stick Contact Paper—And It Looks Just Like Marble

By Alexa Erickson

The 5 Best Things to Buy in September, According to Retail Experts

The 5 Best Things to Buy in September, According to Retail Experts The 5 Best Things to Buy in September, According to Retail Experts

By Alexa Erickson

I Tested Ruggable Out in a Home with Pets and Swear Washable Rugs Are Worth the Hype

I Tested Ruggable Out in a Home with Pets and Swear Washable Rugs Are Worth the Hype I Tested Ruggable Out in a Home with Pets and Swear Washable Rugs Are Worth the Hype

By Alexa Erickson

The Best Things to Buy in August Options

The 5 Best Things to Buy in August, According to Retail Experts The 5 Best Things to Buy in August, According to Retail Experts

By Alexa Erickson

Is This $50 Product the Secret Weapon to Getting Rid of Spotted Lanternflies?

Is This $50 Product the Secret Weapon to Getting Rid of Spotted Lanternflies? Is This $50 Product the Secret Weapon to Getting Rid of Spotted Lanternflies?

By Alexa Erickson

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