Our former Homes Editor Katie oversaw everything from kitchen appliances to laundry products and to gardening tools. She has over 6 years of experience reviewing home products, having previously worked for the Good Housekeeping Institute as a Product Tester and the Manager of the Homes department. Katie has extensive experience in developing testing protocols as well as a knowledgeable background in her field. She specializes in MDAs, such as washing machines and dishwashers, but she also has a passion for sustainability and eco-friendly solutions. She is now Good Housekeeping's Household Advice Editor.
In her time at Tom’s Guide, Katie compiled countless ‘how to clean’ features, and her home is immaculate as a result. If you need advice on stain removal, or want to remove limescale from your shower door, she’s got you covered. Katie has tested all kinds of appliances in her home, including electric kettles, coffee machines and robot vacuums to name a few, so she knows the difference between a satisfactory performance and a quality product.
Latest articles by Katie Mortram

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Here are 7 ways you can improve the performance of your clothes dryer and make it last longer at the same time.

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Here are the best air fryer deals you will find even after Cyber Monday.

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Here are the best Black Friday air fryer deals to buy right now.

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Whether eggs should be stored in the refrigerator is an age-old debate. Here’s where you should keep your eggs and why.

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Want to know how to season a turkey? It’s quick and easy with these steps.

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Need to know how to clean a stainless steel pan? Here, we cover exactly what you need to do to get it gleaming again, as well as how to keep it shining in the future.

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If your knives and forks are covered in red spots, don’t throw them away just yet! Here’s how to remove rust from cutlery and stop it from coming back.

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Here’s how to clean cloudy glasses from the dishwasher, and how to stop it from happening again.

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My Wordle streak just dropped to zero, and I didn’t lose or miss a game — watch out for this glitch.

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Are you washing your coat often enough? Odds are not. Here’s how often you should be doing it and why it’s necessary.

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Want to learn how to grow garlic? Here, we take you through the whole process, including when it’s best to plant garlic.

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Want to make your Halloween costume look more convincing? Here’s how to make fake blood using items you already have at home.

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Want to know how to clean headphones? Here, we breakdown what you need to do step-by-step, so you can get them sounding like new again.

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Carving a pumpkin this Halloween? Here are 6 uses for the guts and seeds.

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My sister managed to grow her very own pumpkins for Halloween, but was it worth it?

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If your microwave is looking grimy, follow these top tips on how to clean a microwave quickly.

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Here are 7 commonplace mistakes you’re probably making with your oven right now.

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Worried about your bills with the cost of energy on the rise? A smart thermostat can help — here’s how.

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If you’re a fan of smart lights, you should check out these 9 tricks that can take them to the next level.

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If you’re debating on whether to buy a toaster oven or an air fryer, we’ve got the answer.

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Here we compare using the dishwasher vs washing by hand in terms of cost, hygiene and effectiveness.

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Noticed a burning smell when you switch on the oven? That means it’s time to clean it, here’s how

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Want to know how to propagate succulents? Here, we cover everything you need to know, whether you’re dealing with cuttings, leaves or pups.
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