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While finding a great piece of store-bought furniture or home decor always feels like a win, there’s nothing quite like discovering a unique gem at a flea market, antique shop or estate sale. That’s why we couldn’t help but to tap several interior designers to find out the top antiques that are trending right now. Whether you’re on the hunt for an eye-catching accessory to add character to your kitchen design or a colorful piece of artwork to enliven your living room, this list of popular antiques for 2025 is full of inspiration. Just keep in mind that a vintage piece is typically between 20 and 99 years old, and an antique item is more than 100 years old. Related StoryCutting Boards You can never go wrong with a durable wooden cutting board. Antique shops are often filled with options in a wide variety of sizes and shapes (square, round, rectangular, you name it). They work for everything from food prep to serving a delicious charcuterie board. “Vintage cutting boards are all the rage these days,” says home stager Meridith Baer. “I’m always drawn to ones that show real patina and wear. Whether styled on a kitchen counter or layered on open shelves, they add texture and depth to any space.”Ekaterina Goncharova//Getty ImagesWooden cutting boards are an easy way to add warmth to your kitchen and come in handy for food prep and serving.Chests and Tables Chances are you’ve spotted an ornate table or chest at your local flea market, and design pros say they’re usually too good to overlook. Designer Honey Collins noticed that her clients are more open to carving out a spot for them in their homes. “They want a more curated look and that is best achieved by using something old,” Collins says. “A beautiful old chest gives character to a room. I love a walnut or bleached finish — they feel less old-fashioned and mix so well with modern pieces.” CeramicsThere’s no shortage of ceramics, including vases, lidded jars and pots, at antique shops. You can rely on them to spruce up a basic coffee table, bookshelf or living room mantel. “I’m seeing a renewed appreciation for hand-thrown pottery and studio ceramics, particularly those in earthy glazes or with subtle imperfections,” says designer Marie Cloud of Indigo Pruitt. “These pieces add soulful, tactile charm to shelves and vignettes, and they pair beautifully with today’s organic modern design leanings.” Cloud suggests paying attention to hand-painted details, rich glazes and unusual colors. Before you make a purchasing decision, check the bottom of the piece for markings by the maker or designer. “Look for stamps, signatures or impressed marks,” Cloud says. Brands like Wedgwood, Spode, Moorcroft and Roseville are just a few that collectors love. The mark can help date the piece and confirm authenticity.” studioaltius//Getty Images”I love pieces with soft wear that shows they’ve been loved, not just stored away,” designer Marie Cloud says. Get into the habit of assessing an item for imperfections to make sure it’s worth purchasing. “Irregularities often signal a handmade piece, which I find so much more soulful than something mass-produced,” she says. Look out for craquelure and patina, too: “Craquelure — fine hairline cracking under the glaze can actually add to the charm — it’s a natural sign of age,” Cloud says. LightingAntique and vintage lighting — be it sconces, table lamps or chandeliers — is another trend that’s growing in popularity. “So many new designer lighting collections are modeled after original pieces, but it’s always exciting to source the real thing instead,” says designer Sara Swabb of Storie Collective. “Whether it’s a Murano glass sconce, a brass chandelier with just the right patina or an amazing fixture with a floral patterned shade, the original often feels more refined and unexpected. It brings soul to a space in a way that’s hard to replicate.” Just be sure to check the measurements carefully if you’re shopping online, Swabb says. “A fixture might look perfect in a photo, but could be far too small or large for the space. I consider ceiling height, furniture placement and sight lines to make sure the scale feels intentional.”Swabb also looks out for standout details like quirky shapes, hand-blown glass and original silk-wrapped cords. “These are the details that make vintage lighting special,” she says. “I always check for original maker marks or signs of quality craftsmanship.”And don’t be completely turned off if a fixture isn’t already wired, since it’s easy enough to find lighting restoration specialists that handle rewiring. “If a fixture isn’t already rewired, I weigh the cost and feasibility of bringing it up to code — sometimes a little investment goes a long way,” Swabb says. Stacy Zarin Goldberg; Design by Sara Swabb”One trend I’ve been drawn to lately is the renewed appreciation for antique and vintage lighting,” says Sara Swabb, founder and creative director of Storie Collective. Vintage ArtworkBaer has noticed that more and more people are drawn to vintage artwork, confirming that still lifes, plein air landscapes, portraits and animal art seem to be the most appealing to shoppers these days. “These pieces give a glimpse into the homeowner’s style while preserving an elevated look,” Baer says.BalonciciWhen it comes to antique art, designers recommend displaying what you love. From oil paintings to hand-drawn sketches, antique shops tend to have it all. Checkered and Floral TextilesNorthern Virginia-based designer Gruver Cooley never overlooks checkered and floral vintage textiles, which can add texture to a room. “Think old flour sack fabrics, vintage quilts, embroidered napkins or floral drapes with a cottage-core feel,” Cooley says. “Whether framed, used in upholstery or simply draped over the back of a chair, they’re full of character and history.”Colorful GlasswareAntique and vintage glassware is affordable and never fails to give a tabletop personality. Cloud is especially drawn to the range of colorful options available, whether you’re looking for vintage glassware (at least 40 years old) or antique picks (more than 100 years old). “Colorful vintage glassware is having a major moment,” Cloud says. “From hand-blown Murano to pressed glass in jewel tones, these pieces instantly add a playful, collected feel to any space. I love how they bring both form and function — beautiful for open shelving, bar carts or even styled into a tablescape.”While shopping, Cloud suggests holding the item to the light to test for authenticity. “Vintage glass tends to have a richer glow, and the weight is often heavier,” she says. “Pressed glass may show mold seams, while hand-blown pieces might have a pontil mark on the bottom — a telltale dimple from where it was broken off the glassblower’s rod.”She likes to shop for specific colors, too. If you’re partial to classic picks, go for shades like amber, green and cobalt blue. Or go the non-traditional route: “Hues like lilac, blush or smoky topaz are especially striking and less commonly found, making them great scores.”Regardless of what you’re hunting for, Cloud says you should always buy what you love. “Trends come and go, but the best pieces are the ones that make you feel something—whether it’s nostalgia, joy or curiosity,” she says. “That emotional spark is always my guiding light when sourcing antiques.”alxpin//Getty ImagesAccording to designer Marie Cloud of Indigo Pruitt, antique shops are a good place to find Murano glassware. Related StoriesMonique Valeris is the home design director for Good Housekeeping, where she oversees the brand’s home decorating coverage across print and digital. Prior to joining GH in 2020, she was the digital editor at Elle Decor. In her current role, she explores everything from design trends and home tours to lifestyle product recommendations, including writing her monthly column, “What’s in My Cart.” More
Plan. That is the takeaway from the conversation hosted by Good Housekeeping Institute home improvement and outdoor director Dan DiClerico at the Hearst Eco-Conscious Living Summit on April 23, 2025.“Home reflects you and the impact on the environment you want to impart, and that goes into the mechanics,” said interior designer and television personality Arianne Bellizaire. “I can make anything beautiful, but you need to plan for the mechanics to work.” Anthony Carrino, a home improvement expert and partner of the heating-cooling firm Trane, agreed, saying planning should always be the first step when considering how your home affects your environment — both in temperature control and health impact. Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images for HearstVijay Deshmukh and Dan DiClerico on stage at the Hearst Eco-Conscious Living Summit. “What experience do you want in your home?” asked Vijay Deshmukh, Trane’s vice president of product management-residential HVAC and supply. “It is all about choice.” Considering that HVAC systems can make up 40 percent of your energy output, according to Deshmukh, making informed choices can be good for your bank account over the long haul. He urged homeowners to educate themselves about the products available to them and suggested a heat pump could be a good product to consider. Carrino concurred, touting how the 600-plus speeds of Trane’s heat pumps can make any home more comfortable. (Watch the video above to learn more about how heat pumps work.)Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images for HearstAnthony Carrino talking about heat pumps with Arianne Bellizaire.To sum up, in the words Bellizaire says she uses with clients when discussing ways to limit options so they don’t get analysis paralysis: What’s the most impactful choice?Watch all the discussions from the Hearst Eco-Conscious Living Summit HERE. More
In April 2025, Hearst Magazines came together for the 4th annual Eco-Conscious Living Summit. Here, Hearst editors, thought-leaders and change-makers gathered for inspired conversation and actionable ideas that move us all toward living more sustainable lives. We invite you to relive the day with us. Below, each session that took the stage. And may it spark the joyful resolve we all experienced in exploring forward-thinking solutions to pave the way for a greener tomorrow.Session 1: Sustainability with Integrity: Redefining Standards for a Greener FutureJane Francisco, editorial director of the Hearst Lifestyle Group and our editor in chief, spoke to Jocelyn Lyle, executive vice president of mission and partnerships for the Environmental Working Group; Julia Collins, founder and CEO of Planet FWD; and Zac Ludington, head of product strategy and innovation at Amazon’s Climate Pledge Friendly Program, about how to change personal buying habits to help the planet.Read a summary here.Session 2: Change the Recipe: Feeding Hope Through Innovation and CompassionJosé Andrés prefers to be called “cook” rather than “chef” (despite hosting a new show premiering in May called Yes, Chef). “I am a cook. Give me some food and I will make something for you to eat,” he said. This is what started the conversation between Andrés and Michael Sebastian, editor in chief of Esquire, watch their conversation below.Read a summary here.Session 3: The Future of Fragrance: Indigenous Wisdom and Streamlining Last-Mile Supply ChainsLindsey Kneuven, head of impact and grants at Pura, told ELLE beauty director, Kathleen Hou, about the company’s journey with the Western Australian Martu tribe to grow sandalwood.Read a summary here.Session 4: Products With Purpose: Redefining Home Comfort Through Sustainable InnovationPlan. That is the takeaway advice from the conversation that Good Housekeeping Institute home improvement and outdoor director Dan DiClerico has with interior designer and television personality Arianne Bellizaire; home improvement expert, partner of the heating-cooling firm Trane, designer and builder Anthony Carrino; and Vijay Deshmukh, Trane’s vice president of product management-residential HVAC and supply.Read a summary here.Session 5: Flavor First: Seeds, Chefs and the Quest for DeliciousnessChef Dan Barber has a passion for vegetables. So much so, in fact, that he challenged a seed breeder to create a squash that tastes good. That challenge was accepted, and after a partnership with a farmer, the Koginut squash was born. This is the story he told Joanna Saltz, editorial director of Delish, see the whole exchange below.Read a summary here.Session 6: Rooted in Theatre: Can Broadway Save the Trees? Idina Menzel, the Tony Award–winning actress and singer who currently stars in the Broadway musical Redwood, sat down with Stellene Volandes, Town & Country editor in chief, to spill a few secrets about the show and its creation.Read a summary here.Session 7: The Forever Home: Rebuilding for the FutureInterior designer Mikel Welch is renovating a home in Pasadena, California. Amongst the ashes of the fires that tore through the area this winter, Welch is thinking about how he can make his home resistant to the climate challenges to come. It was apt, then, that he participated in a conversation with Amanda Cimaglia, vice president of corporate affairs of AZEK/TimberTech; Nate Berkus, author and founder of Nate Berkus Associates; and Veranda editor in chief, Steele Marcoux, about rebuilding the forever home for the future.Read a summary here.Session 8: Earth’s Next Act: Youth Writing the Climate ScriptCosmopolitan editor in chief Willa Bennett hosted a conversation with actor and producer Auli’i Cravalho and two winners of The World Around Young Climate Prize, Amara Nwuneli and Dayana Blanco.Read a summary here. More
It’s safe to say many people dread chores. The word itself implies that whatever the task at hand, it’s probably not all that fun. Unsurprisingly, over 50% of Americans surveyed by Cinch Home Services felt guilty for putting off chores, specifically ones that involved cleaning.While most people do feel some level of satisfaction once they’re finished cleaning, it’s pretty clear that there’s not much enjoyment involved in the actual cleaning process, at least for Americans. We do chores for one reason: to get them done. But what if there was a way to change our get-it-done mentality? In Swedish culture, community members take part in a cleaning method called “städdag” on a weekly basis — and they don’t seem to hate it. What is städdag? In Sweden, städdag is “cleaning day,” which usually takes place on Saturdays. According to Susanna Heiskanen of The Nordic Mum, städdag is all about gathering together to tidy up. “This is a designated day to clean your common areas — like a community in a housing complex, where neighbors all come together to clean and maintain shared spaces. At home, Saturday could be the day to clean your bathrooms and bedrooms with all of your family members. This could be indoor or outdoor cleaning, like raking leaves or sweeping courtyards or tidying storage areas,” she says.Carlos Barquero//Getty ImagesWhat are the benefits?Americans are often on the hunt for all sorts of cleaning hacks that might make the process even just a bit less dreadful — just take the millions of posts filed under TikTok’s #CleanTok hashtag. People are always looking for ways to make cleaning faster and easier. But what if instead of focusing on hacks, we paid attention to changing our mindset? Städdag is more of a social experience than some terrible activity you’re forced to do. Everyone chips in, and most have fun somewhere along the process. “It creates a community feeling and encourages people to bond over areas that they all use. You get to know your neighbors,” says Heiskanen. “It’s seen as a social tradition to attend städdag.”Get all your cleaning done and catch up with friends and family? It sure sounds a lot better than frantically whipping out the vacuum alone just to complete the chore as fast as you can. How to take part in städdagZinkevych//Getty ImagesIf you live in a one-family home, simply round up your family members on Saturday to clean the bathrooms, kitchen, bedrooms and any other spaces. If you live alone in an apartment building or complex, you can still take part by gathering other community members and cleaning up spaces everyone uses, both indoors or outdoors. You might even meet some new friends along the way.”There’s no better way to bond with your community than over making your shared areas look good,” says Heiskanen.More Cleaning TipsLaura Millar (she/her) is the assistant lifestyle editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers home design. Prior to joining Good Housekeeping in 2024, she wrote for NBC’s TODAY.com, where she covered everything from entertainment news to pop culture updates. More
1Sentimental ClutterSharonFoelz//Getty ImagesSo many of us hang onto sentimental items much longer than we should. Greeting cards, trophies, yearbooks and travel mementos are just some of the items that tend to pile up in attics over time. So how do you decide what to keep and what to toss? “If something genuinely means a lot to you, then you should absolutely keep it,” says professional organizer Janelle Lam of Straighten up by Janelle. “But if it’s just sitting in a box because you feel guilty throwing it away, consider snapping a photo of it instead or scanning it to add to the cloud. That way, you keep the memory without the mess — and you have way easier access to it.” 2Undesirable Furniture Johner Images//Getty ImagesWhether it’s a damaged sofa or chair that no longer speaks to your design style, go ahead and find a new home for it. “It’s okay to say ‘goodbye,'” Boyd says. “Make room for the pieces that reflect the home you love today.” Advertisement – Continue Reading Below3Unsorted Memory BoxesJan Hakan Dahlstrom//Getty ImagesFamilies often enjoy filling boxes or trunks with old photos, cards and other sentimental items, but don’t take it too far. “Many attics contain boxes filled with miscellaneous family items — sometimes not even labeled,” says Jacobs. “If it hasn’t been opened in years, make the time to sort through it with intention. Keep what tells your family story; discard what’s no longer relevant.”4Dated Appliances and Cablesvavlt//Getty ImagesThe last thing you want to do is keep outdated electronics and cords around for too long. Are you really going to use that DVD player? “If you’ve been holding on to VHS players, first-generation iPods or cords with unknown purposes, it’s time to recycle them,” says Jacobs, who recommends checking your local electronics recycling program for safe disposal options. “Chances are, if an electronic is in your attic and not in your daily rotation, you don’t need to keep it any longer. Williams swears by another rule: “If they haven’t been used in the last two years, it’s time to let them go or recycle them responsibly.” RELATED: How to Dispose of Everything, Including Old Cell Phones, Mattresses, and BatteriesAdvertisement – Continue Reading Below5Worn Towelsondacaracola photography//Getty ImagesIf that stash of worn towels or the low-quality 10-pack you scored on sale is no longer working for your household, take action. “Old towels and linens are perfect to donate to your local animal shelter,” Boyd says. “Instead of letting them sit unused, give them a second life by helping furry friends in need. It’s a small act of decluttering that makes a big difference.”RELATED: 7 Things in Your Bathroom to Get Rid of ASAP6Childhood MemorabiliaYuliya Taba//Getty ImagesWhile they’re hard to let go of, it’s not worth keeping boxes upon boxes of old art projects, report cards and other random keepsakes from your childhood or even those from your own children. It’s time to toss them, says professional organizer Lisa Jacobs of Imagine It Done. “In reality, as your children grow older, they will only want so much of it and you are doing a disservice to everyone, yourself included, by one day leaving it all behind for them to have to deal with. Along with your children, select a few representative keepsakes and release the rest — you’re honoring the memory, not the volume.” RELATED: Pro Organizers Want You to Throw Out Your Children’s Artwork Advertisement – Continue Reading Below7Unusable Christmas Decorationsrobert reader//Getty ImagesChristmas comes and goes, but somehow broken or unwanted decorations always seem to find a spot in the attic. “Broken holiday decorations, tangled lights or anything that’s been crushed or faded from years of heat and humidity can go,” Lam says. “If it doesn’t make you happy to see it each year — or it’s not in good enough shape to use next season — toss it.” Consider buying durable storage containers for the Christmas ornaments you want to keep. “Curating your holiday decor makes decorating so much more joyful and stress-free,” Boyd adds. 8Old Paint CansKypros//Getty ImagesDon’t be tempted to leave paint cans around after you’ve completed your home project. Paint does go bad. “If it’s separated or dried out, it’s doing more harm than good sitting up there in your attic,” Lam says. Professional organizer Kenika Williams of Tidied by K agrees, noting that an attic’s fluctuating temperatures, especially extreme heat, can also impact the paint. “Heat can compromise the formula, making them unusable. Most cities have proper disposal programs for hazardous waste like this. Otherwise, you can let them dry up and toss them in the trash.”Advertisement – Continue Reading Below9Outgrown Baby Gearmonzenmachi//Getty Images”Cribs, strollers, swings and toys can take up a surprising amount of attic space,” Jacobs says. If you don’t have use for these items anymore, explore whether or not they’re fit for charity. “If your family is past this stage, consider donating them to a friend who is expecting or has children the appropriate age or a local organization or family in need — after checking for updated safety standards.”10Overflowing Photo Albums and Loose PrintsLightguard”Photos are deeply personal — but they also tend to multiply quickly,” Jacobs says. “Focus on preserving meaningful images by curating favorites and digitizing them. Let go of duplicates, blurry shots or albums you haven’t opened in years.” Consider sites like Shutterfly and Artificat Uprising, which turn your favorite snaps into beautiful photo books. It’s as simple as uploading photos from your smartphone. RELATED: 9 Best Photo Book WebsitesAdvertisement – Continue Reading Below11Paper ClutterJose A. Bernat Bacete//Getty ImagesFrom old receipts to tax returns, it’s important to keep paper control under control. “You don’t need pay stubs from 1999,” Lam says. “Keep what’s essential for taxes or records, and shred the rest.”Be sure to protect your personal information, though, Jacobs warns: “As a general rule, shred financial paperwork older than seven years unless legally necessary. Consult with your accountant on any documents they might need before you part with them, but we recommend shredding everything that has your name, sensitive information like account numbers or addresses. The rest — especially random bills or unopened mail — can go in the trash.” RELATED: 7 Things in Your Home Office to Throw out, According to Pro Organizers12Old LuggageAnna Reshetnikova//Getty ImagesThere’s no use for defective luggage, so don’t think twice about tossing it. Your goal is to make traveling as stress-free as possible. “Luggage with broken zippers, missing wheels or musty interiors is no longer serving you,” Jacobs says. “Keep only what functions well and suits your travel needs today.” Advertisement – Continue Reading Below13Unnecessary Halloween Costumes Kristin Mitchell//Getty ImagesWhile you may take pride in your creative Halloween costumes year after year, they shouldn’t take up space in your attic long after the holiday is over. “Costumes that no longer fit or haven’t been worn in several seasons are unlikely to see the light of day again,” says Jacobs. “Donate gently used ones to schools or community theaters, and discard any that are damaged or incomplete.Monique Valeris is the home design director for Good Housekeeping, where she oversees the brand’s home decorating coverage across print and digital. Prior to joining GH in 2020, she was the digital editor at Elle Decor. In her current role, she explores everything from design trends and home tours to lifestyle product recommendations, including writing her monthly column, “What’s in My Cart.”Watch Next Advertisement – Continue Reading BelowAdvertisement – Continue Reading BelowAdvertisement – Continue Reading Below More
1Use a pegboard to hang laundry essentials. Bless’er HouseDon’t let wall space go to waste. “Add a slat wall or pegboard — they’re easy to install and completely customizable,” says Larisa Bright, co-founder of Settled. Here, blogger Lauren Shaver of Bless’er House uses peg hooks for hanging scrub brushes and dust pans and pegboard baskets for storing bottled cleaning supplies. SHOP PEGBOARD2Store cleaning supplies on a rolling cart.Orchid Organizing”If space is limited, rolling carts can help contain all necessary laundry needs — think detergent, stain treatments and dryer sheets,” says Lindsay Melvin of Orchid Organizing. Added bonus: A metal utility cart is easy to wipe down in the case of any detergent spillage. SHOP ROLLING CARTAdvertisement – Continue Reading Below3Install a wall-mounted drying rack.CHRIS LOVES JULIARather than setting up the drying rack to air dry clothing, a wall-mounted drying rack folds directly into the wall to save space. Here, the bloggers behind Chris Loves Julia installed custom racks and painted them the same color as the cabinets. SHOP WALL-MOUNT DRYING RACK 4Roll a cart between machines.Sarah Joy Blog”If you’ve got that narrow gap between your washer and dryer, slide in a slim rolling cart for detergent, fabric softener and cleaning supplies,” suggests Tonia Tomlin, founder of Sorted Out. That’s exactly what Sarah Vandiver of Sarah Joy Blog does in her modern laundry room and the three-tier cart offers an impressive amount of extra storage.SHOP NARROW ROLLING CARTAdvertisement – Continue Reading Below5Conceal an ironing board. Avery MartinTuck an ironing board inside the cabinet, so you can discretely store it when it’s not in use. If you don’t want to invest in custom cabinetry, go the easier route with a wall-mounted ironing board. 6Hang an over-the-door organizer for cleaning suppiles.Neat MethodAdvertisement – Continue Reading Below7Give every family member their own bin.Arin Solange”Separating laundry as it comes out of the dryer into individual laundry bins by person will save lots of time,” says Melissa Klug, owner of Home By Eleven. “Then each family member of age can take their own laundry to their rooms.” Here, blogger Arin Solange uses a three-bin sorter with wheels to stay organized.SHOP LAUNDRY SORTER8Hang a tension rod between cabinets. Sugar and ClothThe bloggers behind Sugar & Cloth put a tension rod over the washer, creating a place to hang dry clothing. “Bonus points if use S-hooks on the tension rod to hang baskets, clothespins or cleaning gloves,” says Tonia Tomlin on the popular organizing hack. SHOP TENSION RODSAdvertisement – Continue Reading Below9Hide laundry bins behind cabinets. Avery MartinSort laundry behind closed cabinet doors, which designer Sarah Stacey makes possible by installing pull-out hamper hardware. You can easily slide the hamper in and out of the cabinet as needed. SHOP PULL-OUT HAMPER10Organize suppiles with turntables.Neat MethodWhether on the counter or tucked in a cabinet, store regularly used items — like detergent and dryer balls — on a turntable. “Turntables make it easier to reach items that may end up ‘lost’ at the back of a cabinet shelf,” says Murphy. SHOP TURNTABLESAdvertisement – Continue Reading Below11Build shelves for laundry bins.Craving Some CreativityTurn a spare closet into a dedicated zone for sorting dirty laundry. Rachel from Craving Some Creativity builds three shelves and puts a laundry bin on each.12Take advantage of magnetic surfaces.The Container Store”Make your washer and dryer work overtime by taking advantage of their metal surfaces,” says Bright. Try magnetic shelves to store laundry supplies, magnetic lint and trash bins that stick directly to the side of your appliances.SHOP MAGNETIC BINAdvertisement – Continue Reading Below13String up lone socks.John keeble//Getty ImagesCreate a dedicated bin, basket or custom hanging station for lone socks. “Single socks and other miscellaneous items — think loose change or your teen’s earbuds — muddle folding stations so give them their own real estate,” says Bright. 14Transport laundry with rolling bins. CHRIS LOVES JULIA”An elevated, rolling laundry bin will make clothing transport seamless,” says Bright. “If you already have a hamper you love, just add your own wheels with casters or a dolly, and designate a ‘parking spot’ where you can tuck it away when not in use.” SEE MORE: Tour Chris Love Julia’s Laundry Room Renovation Advertisement – Continue Reading Below15DIY a laundry basket organizer.John keeble//Getty ImagesStore laundry baskets in a vertical space (a great way to save space) and label each for easy sorting. This way, when the bin is full, all you have to do is dump it into the washing machine. Alyssa Gautieri (she/her) is the associate lifestyle editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers all things home and interior design. Prior to joining GH in 2022, she wrote for publications including ELLE Decor, Chairish, BobVila.com, Unique Homes Magazine and LODGING Magazine, in addition to crafting product copy for home brands like BrylaneHome and VIGO Industries.Watch Next Advertisement – Continue Reading BelowAdvertisement – Continue Reading BelowAdvertisement – Continue Reading Below More
I will be honest: I’ve adopted an out of sight, out of mind philosophy when it comes to dusting my apartment. It wasn’t until I recently moved around a few picture frames and knick knacks that I realized just how dusty some of my surfaces had become. That’s when I knew I needed to take some sort of action.Unsurprisingly, social media has again influenced me to try the latest cleaning product — only this time, I didn’t think twice about clicking add to cart. The viral damp dusting sponge comes in a pack of four for only $9.99. If I could conquer my stubborn dust problem for just $10, I’d consider that a win. I decided to give this colorful set a shot.Damp Duster Sponge, 4-Pack How it worksThe damp dusting sponge is probably the simplest cleaning tool I currently own. All you have to do is soak it under water, squeeze it a bit so it doesn’t drip and wipe away any dusty surfaces. The raised edges lock in debris as you move across a surface so that the dust doesn’t fly back into the air. Once you’re finished or need a reset, simply clean off the dust in the garbage or rinse it in the sink, soak it again and you’re good to go. There’s a selection of different sponges online, with prices ranging from $10 to $25 depending on the brand and number in each pack. These are a few of the most highly-rated ones on Amazon.Damp Duster Sponge, 4-PackScrub Daddy Damp DusterNow 18% OffScrub Daddy Damp Duster Dusting Sponges, 8-PackMr. Scrub 4-Pack Damp Dusting SpongesNow 15% OffMy damp dusting experienceEach sponge comes pre-moistened, but I soaked mine again to add some extra water. After squeezing it out a bit, I dusted my television and console, nightstand and baseboards. Laura MillarBefore I discovered damp dusting, I had been using a vacuum extension and microfiber cloths to dust my apartment. While those tools got the job done, I still struggled to get into the smaller nooks and crannies, and dust always managed to fly back into the air. With the damp dusting sponge, the process became a lot easier. First of all, its size is perfect for getting into almost any space. The raised edges pick up dirt and keep it there, which is helpful for anyone with allergies. Laura MillarMy absolute favorite part about damp dusting is how simple the clean up is. I just rinsed the sponge in the sink, gave it a good squeeze and let it dry before putting it away. The bottom lineThe verdict? This sponge is tiny yet mighty, and for only $10, it’s definitely worth the price. Instead of having to lug my vacuum out of the closet just to clear up some dust, all I have to do now is pick up a lightweight sponge and swipe away. More Cleaning TipsLaura Millar (she/her) is the assistant lifestyle editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers home design. Prior to joining Good Housekeeping in 2024, she wrote for NBC’s TODAY.com, where she covered everything from entertainment news to pop culture updates. More
