Ashley Abramson
Apartment Therapy
United Kingdom
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It’s Surprisingly Easy to Clean Leather Furniture — Here’s How in 10 Simple Steps!
With the right amount of maintenance, leather can last a long time. Here are 10 easy steps to help you get your leather furniture looking good — especially as it gets better with age. → Read More
8 Organization Apps that’ll Help You Organize Your Entire Life, According to Professional Organizers
Professional organizers recommend their eight favorite organization apps that'll get your home and life in order. → Read More
The Genius Moving Tips I Learned from My Grandma
I asked my grandma for her top packing and unpacking tips. Here’s what she said made her move a breeze. → Read More
How to Clean a Diffuser
You should empty, rinse, and dry your diffuser every time you use it. And for deeper cleans, you probably already own the supplies. → Read More
7 Must-Know Hacks and Tips for Pet-Proofing Your Home
With a bit of strategic thinking and the right tools, you can create a pet-safe, pet-proof space where you and your animal companion can thrive. → Read More
5 Organization Tricks for Highly Sensitive People
Here’s what you need to know about organizing as a highly sensitive person, according to a therapist and pro organizer who identify as HSPs. → Read More
How to Get Nail Polish Stains Out of Clothes
The same tool that removes nail polish from your nails and skin is the best way to get it out of your clothes, but you have to remove the stain fast. → Read More
How to Clean Outdoor Cushions
Whether your weather is just starting to warm up or you’ve been dining al fresco for a while now, one thing’s for sure: Along with extra fresh air and that much-needed Vitamin D, patio season brings with it lots of extra chores. Right at the top of the list? Keeping your outdoor chair cushions clean. → Read More
This $10 Tool is the Secret to an Always-Clean Sink
One of the most underrated cleaning tools, in my opinion, is the humble squeegee. A few years ago, I never even owned one — now, I use a dedicated shower squeegee to direct water into my drain, and I’ve even tried squeegeeing my carpet (it’s a great hack for pet owners). Recently, I thought of a new place to use this versatile tool: my kitchen sink. Allow me to introduce you to the KOHLER Sink… → Read More
This Minimalist Nightstand Revitalized My Bedroom Routine and Gave Me a Better Night’s Sleep
When my husband, sons, and I moved from Minnesota to Wisconsin last year, we bought a Cape Cod house we loved, but it was a lot smaller than our previous home. We learned quickly that layout and design are more important to us than square footage, but the small bedrooms — half the size of our rooms back in Minnesota — threw us for a loop. → Read More
A Better Alternative to that TikTok Dryer Sheet Hack for Cleaning Toilets
If there’s one chore I put off longer than others, it’s cleaning the outside of my toilet. Something about getting on my hands and knees with my face so close to the place where — well, you know — feels especially gross. So when it comes to bathroom-cleaning hacks that make this necessary job faster, I’m all ears, all the time. Not surprisingly, TikTok has me covered. → Read More
How to Actually Get Coffee and Tea Mugs Clean, According to a Barista
Six easy ways to remove tough stains from white coffee and tea mugs. → Read More
These 3 Easy Rituals Will Keep Your Home Neat and Clean on a Daily Basis
According to professional organizers and cleaners. → Read More
5 Dated Features That Home Stagers Don't Want Buyers to Notice
Including one that will probably never come back into style. → Read More
Shark Tank's Bambooee Paper Towels Product Review
One roll is said to replace up to 286 paper towel rolls. → Read More
8 Myths That Are Holding You Back From Sustainability Success — Including If Glass Is Better Than Plastic
We asked experts to share the myths that may be holding people back from living more sustainably, and how to correct them. → Read More
6 Smart Things to Do with Your Old Plastic Spray Bottle
Running low on all-purpose cleaning spray? Before you rinse and throw away the bottle, consider repurposing it for something else — you know, for the planet. Not only will you prevent another single-use plastic purchase; you can also save some money by whipping up your own products. → Read More
I Tried the Fancy Detergent Trending on TikTok to See If I Could Achieve ‘Laundry Nirvana’ Too
When it comes to laundry detergent, I don’t deviate much from my normal, unscented Tide liquid. I love delicious-smelling scents as much as the next person, but I’m also sensitive to fragrance, so my options for laundry detergent (and soap, for that matter) are limited. That said, I’m easily convinced to try out new products, especially ones I see in the viral TikToks that appear in my feed. → Read More
6 Ways I’m Ditching My Single-Use Bag Habit
When I’m in a hurry, I really don’t like feeling like I have to compromise on bigger-picture goals, like supporting sustainability, just to keep my day — and my kids’ days — moving forward. If I’m packing snacks or gathering stuff for a family outing, I don’t want to use a bunch of plastic bags I know will get thrown out. Yes, I’ve tried washing and reusing zip top bags, but they always get… → Read More
4 Projects That Won’t Increase Resale Value, According to a New England Realtor
If you’re thinking of selling your house sometime in the future, here are four projects to think twice about, according to Dana Bull. → Read More