Vanity Project
Use this chart to pick the perfect countertop material for your family's lifestyle.
ASK THE EXPERT
CAROLYN FORTÉ HOME CARE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
How can I design with cleaning in mind?
Tips from the GH Cleaning Lab
Install an exhaust fan.
Ridding your bathroom of humid air during and after a shower is one of the best ways to keep mold under control and cut down on scrubbing. Some fans will sense moisture and turn on automatically, making it a no-brainer, but even one that operates via a wall switch is a good addition.
Use bars and hooks.
Towels stay fresher longer when they're able to dry quickly, so it's best to hang them up after use. Towel bars, especially long ones, usually hold two large towels. Adding a few hooks behind the door or on a wall near the shower means that even in a busy bathroom, everyone gets a dry towel.
Consider a one-piece toilet.
Select one with a streamlined style so it will be easier to clean. With modern one-piece models, the tank and the bowl are connected, so there are fewer crevices for dirt and germs to hide in and for you to clean. This saves you time and simplifies cleaning.
What to Know About a Wet Room
You might have seen the trend and been curious-or dubious. Our home experts share key considerations that will enhance any bathroom.
WATERPROOFING
Because every surface in a wet room can get damp, materials must be waterproof, not just water-resistant. Porcelain, made from dense clay fired at high heat, is nonporous and durable. Large-format tiles offer a clean, contemporary look with few grout lines for easy upkeep.
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Do Men Really Not See The Mess?
The answer might surprise you. Journalist and author Gemma Hartley pulls back the curtain to reveal the invisible forces that drive this all-too-common cause of marital strife.
At-Home Devices
In this burgeoning category of DIY skin tools, technologies like microcurrent (low-level electrical current), radiofrequency (lowfrequency electromagnetic waves), lasers (pulsating light) and LED light aim to stimulate muscles or collagen production to firm and tighten.
Can Anything Really Firm Your Face?
Countless complexion brands tout skin-tightening solutions like firming skincare products, at-home devices and professional treatments. Here, our experts get real about whether these techniques can actually help skin bounce back once it starts to go lax.
