19+ products we tried and gave our stamp of approval in October

31 October 2026 at 00:30

October is when the real holiday shopping starts, and this month we tried new barrel jeans, Jellycat plushies, hairstyling appliances, kitchen accessories and more.

Our editors tested lip oils, cardigans and Adidas shoes.

Is a water leak detector worth it? Here’s what home experts say

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By: Cory Fernandez

28 October 2026 at 23:55

I reached out to home experts to learn more about water leak detectors and exactly how they work. Here’s how you can use them to avoid frozen pipes.

Many smart water leak detectors are available on the market today.

How often should you wash and change out your sheets? Experts explain

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By: Cory Fernandez

22 July 2026 at 21:35

I talked to laundry experts to learn how often you should change and wash your bedding and when it’s time to throw them out for a new set.

Even if you wash your sheets regularly and they look like they've seen better days, it may be time to replace them.

How to clean your vacuum and help it last for years, according to an expert

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By: Cory Fernandez

27 October 2026 at 22:10

To learn how to clean a vacuum, I spoke to a home cleaning expert for their advice and recommendations. Here’s how to do it to make sure your appliance lasts.

Hate cleaning pine needles? These artificial Christmas trees are for you

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By: Cory Fernandez

27 October 2026 at 21:29

Artificial Christmas trees are reusable for 10 to 20 years if stored properly, experts say. Shop top-rated options from Amazon, Target, Balsam Hill and more.

2nd-generation Apple AirTags are at their lowest price ever: Shop now before it’s gone

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By: Cory Fernandez

26 October 2026 at 21:38

Apple’s second-generation AirTag is 21 percent off at the moment, putting it at its lowest price ever. Shop the deal today because it won’t last long.

An AirTag is great for travel, since you can easily track it while it’s attached to a suitcase or backpack.

How to clean wooden utensils and avoid getting splinters in your food

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By: Cory Fernandez

26 October 2026 at 19:25

These are the best methods for cleaning stained, old wooden utensils, like spoons and spatulas, to make them look new again.

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