Effectiveness: We use each vacuum on hard flooring and high, medium, and low-pile carpet, challenging it with popcorn kernels, hair, potting soil, dried paprika. While testing, we note whether attachments are more (or less) effective, how many passes are needed to clean up the spills, smallspacenest.Com and whether any hair gets tangled in the brush roll. (Hair tangling, in particular, helps us decide which vacuums are best for pet hai

Self-leveling cross-line lasers work best with tripods, but that usually represents an additional purchase. Our favorite option that comes with a tripod is the Johnson Level & Tool Self-Leveling Cross-Line Laser Kit, because the tripod is easy to assemble, the self-leveling works flawlessly, and even beginners can achieve accurate results the first t

For fabric softener, you can either wait to add the softener in during the rinse cycle, by pausing the cycle and opening the lid, or you can consider an alternative route to softening your clothes like using dryer sheets or wool dryer balls during the dryer cycle inst

I love that this gift basket includes nine juicy pears, all under $50, earning it our title for the best gift basket we tested. While it took almost a month to arrive, we were surprised to find that the pears were not quite ripe yet, so they lasted for a long t

A standard office desk typically measures about 30 inches deep, which might be too bulky for a small space. For that reason, we focused on models with narrower profiles, and most of our picks have a desk depth of 20 inches or l

Case in point: our best multipurpose pick, the Mr. Ironstone Bar Table , has a slightly industrial vibe that will suit modern spaces well, while the IKEA 28" Micke Desk (our best overall) is more neutral in its design and could be dressed up or down, depending on your preferen

The range is stated as 15 feet, which is plenty for most small indoor projects, and we’ve mostly used it at distances of about 8 feet (where the line is very visible). There’s no calibration required, but you do need to set it manually using a built-in bubble level to achieve a horizontal or vertical l

Everyone needs to hang picture frames, art, and other wall decor from time to time, and that’s a task that every one of our favorite laser levels excels at. We also checked staircase slopes, surface levelness, aligned shelves and furniture, and checked accuracy compared to standard bubble lev

The rubber sole is grippy and sturdy on all surfaces: hardwood, carpets, and pavement. Before the weather cooled down, we wore these without socks, but easily added a pair as the days got colder. The teddy lining does mat and stretch a bit over time, as expected, so there's plenty of room to add socks or

As someone who lives in a relatively small apartment, you have to be strategic in where you place your furniture, especially if it requires a power source and needs to be by a wall outlet. However, this wall-mounted desk is designed with USB charging ports, so you’re not restricted on where you place

It has a wonderfully deep and big barrel for all types of load sizes, and we were never worried about overstuffing it. That said, our only (minor) caveat is that the slightly deep lower drum may be hard to reach for some us

Handheld vacuums are the lightest and tiniest of the bunch, and are a great supplement in your cleaning closet. They won't be able to clean an entire room, but will get into the tiny, tight spots with ease. We also love using them in our cars and on stairs, and most are cordl

If you or someone in your household has mobility-related disabilities or trouble bending over, try to consider a vacuum that’s lighter, easy to lift overhead, and does not require you to hold onto a power button continuously while clean

With all the laser options included in this level, you can project a beam around a room's floors, walls, or ceilings (in virtually any combination), which is perfect for complex tasks like installing cabinets or fram

The cool thing about this desk type is that it folds down into a workstation, but this one specifically is designed with shelving for extra storage space and a chalkboard if you need to jot down meeting notes, your to-do list, or your kiddo’s math equations. However, we do know the chalkboard may not fit everyone’s aesthe

Whether you prefer a modern and sleek modular wall desk or a cute secretary desk that you can close shut after a busy work day, we’ve included a variety of desk styles to fit every home space and aesthe

The only downside about the Mr. Ironstone Bar Table is that there's no storage space like a traditional desk, so you may want to get some desktop organizers for your paperwork and office supplies. However, there's plenty of tabletop sp

Everything tastes fresh for a few days after arrival, but as New Yorkers, we find the bagels a bit disappointing. The taste is closer to a pre-packaged grocery store bagel. Still, the overall selection and scope of the basket is impressive and a great treat for someone far away from New Y