Andreana Lefton

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Andréana Lefton is a writer and educator, focusing on human rights and creating spaces of refuge—in our homes and communities. As a documentary researcher, she has freelanced with The Guardian as well as NPR- and BBC-affiliates. She’s written for On Being, the United Nations, and many non-profit clients in the US, UK, Europe, and Middle East. All that she knows of garden care and interior design she learned from her artistic mother, Jacqueline. She now applies these skills to her life in Chattanooga, TN, where home is an urban art studio with books piled everywhere. Follow her on Twitter.

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MARCH 17, 2020 | TUESDAY
The Best Rust Removers

When elbow grease fails to remove rust, it's time to reach for a rust remover. But with so many on the market, each with different strengths and drawbacks, which is best?There are acid-ba...

MARCH 14, 2020 | SATURDAY
The Best Toilet Bowl Cleaners, Throne Tested and Approved

Upholding basic sanitary practices to ensure the health of your home calls for regular toilet bowl cleaning. While there are many great products available, the overwhelming number of choi...

MARCH 12, 2020 | THURSDAY
15 Things to Remember When on the Hunt for a New Home

Searching for a new home can be overwhelming, especially if you’re a first-timer. Don't worry—we’ve got you covered. Just take a deep breath, and read on.

MARCH 10, 2020 | TUESDAY
The Best Tape Measures, Tested and Reviewed

The “measure twice, cut once” adage is the key to success in all kinds of craft and construction projects. Following this advice often requires the use of a tape measure—a flexible cloth,...

FEBRUARY 13, 2020 | THURSDAY
The Best Dusters to Clean Every Corner of Your Home

Getting rid of household dust—those pesky fine particles composed of plant pollen, human and animal dander, environmental pollution, and plain old dirt—is a constant battle. Because it’s ...

FEBRUARY 6, 2020 | THURSDAY
The Best Power Hedge Trimmers of 2023

Hedges establish boundaries in landscaping, add privacy, and benefit curb appeal, but to look their best, they need some grooming. Hedge shears certainly get the job done, but some proper...

FEBRUARY 3, 2020 | MONDAY
14 Easy Ways to Increase Humidity in a Dry House

Q: In winter, the central heating in our home makes the air very dry. I also suspect that the lower temperatures and humidity caused the wood grain in my antique dresser to crack! We’re n...

JANUARY 23, 2020 | THURSDAY
The Best Blackout Curtains Tested in 2023

Blackout curtains do more than just block out natural light. Top-quality blackout curtains also filter out some noise pollution (another disruption to your body’s natural rhythms) and hel...

JANUARY 12, 2020 | SUNDAY
The Best Food Storage Containers for Your Fridge and Pantry

To cut back on food waste, have ingredients handy, or store items for later on, high-quality food storage containers are necessary to preserve freshness and nutrients. Keep reading for ou...

JANUARY 10, 2020 | FRIDAY
The Best Grout Sealers

Applying a high-quality, long-lasting grout sealer is one of the best ways to protect tile installations from water, dirt, oil and mold. Ahead, we’ve outlined the key considerations to be...