Grace is a freelance journalist working across homes, lifestyle, gaming and entertainment. You'll find her writing for Tom's Guide, TechRadar, Space.com, and other sites. If she's not rearranging her furniture, decluttering her home, or relaxing in front of the latest streaming series, she'll be typing fervently about any of her much-loved hobbies and interests. To aid her writing, she loves to head down internet rabbit holes for an unprecedented amount of time.
Latest articles by Grace Dean

Experts say you should spray vinegar outside your front door this summer — here's why
By Grace Dean published
Ant infestation? No problem. Experts advise that if you want to keep ants away from your home, you only need a simple household item – vinegar. Here's how it works.

Don't throw them out — banana skins make the ideal garden fertilizer with this 2-step recipe
By Grace Dean published
Bananas are great for your own health, but they're also great for your garden, too. With this simple 2-step method, you could help your plants grow while saving yourself money on fertilizer.

Huge footwear sales from $20 — 11 deals I'd shop now from Amazon, Nike, Brooks, New Balance and more
By Grace Dean published
With so many great sales happening right now, here's the top 11 deals I'd shop from just $20 from Nike, New Balance, Brooks, Amazon and more.

Breville's new brewer comes in 4 chic new colors, and I can't decide which I love the most
By Grace Dean published
Breville's new Luxe Brewer now comes in 4 new colors, but deciding which one you want is a tricky task when they're all wonderfully eye-catching.

Experts recommend the 'ifs and buts' rule to declutter your wardrobe this summer — here's how it works
By Grace Dean published
If you're looking to declutter your wardrobe, this simple 'ifs and buts' rule could turn the stressful household chore into something a whole lot simpler.

Experts recommend the 'anti-wrinkle method' for stress-free suitcase packing, and I'll never go back
By Grace Dean published
Packing your suitcase doesn't have to be stressful. Follow these expert tips on reaching your destination with wrinkle-free clothes, ready to relax.

Using aluminum foil to beat the heat? Don't make these 3 common mistakes
By Grace Dean published
Keep cool with these simple tips

Huge 4th of July sneaker and apparel sales — 23 deals I'd shop from Nike, Sweaty Betty, REI and more
By Grace Dean published
For 4th of July, there's some epic sales happening across huge brands including Lululemon, Sweaty Betty, REI, New Balance, Nike and more. Here's the top deals I'd recommend shopping right now!

People are putting a piece of paper in their fridge to see if their home is heatwave-ready — and it makes more sense than you think
By Grace Dean published
Here's the simple step that won't cost you a thing, but could save you money and keep your food and drinks cool for those hot summer months.

What is 'gray water'? Experts share how waste water can be re-used in your yard (and the right way to do it)
By Grace Dean published
Gray water is a sustainable way to reuse water from your home on your garden. But, it's not always a safe option.

People are obsessed with Shark's FlexBreeze HydroGo — here's why it's proving to be the sell-out fan of the summer
By Grace Dean published
You'll have to be quick if you want to keep cool

People are putting cucumber slices by their window this summer — and it makes a lot more sense than you think
By Grace Dean published
Fed up of flies? It turns out there's a simple solution that you might already have in your fridge — cucumber. Here's what you need to do.

Gardening expert reveals the best time of day to water your tomato plant — you could be making this big mistake
By Grace Dean published
Gardening expert shares the best time to water your tomato plant, as well as the one mistake that should "never be allowed"

Professional landscaper warns that 'mulch volcanoes' are killing your trees — here's how to fix it
By Grace Dean published
Applying mulch to the base of trees has many beneficial properties – but not if you pile the mulch too far creating what's called a "mulch volcano". Here's what happens if you do and how to avoid it.

Philips Hue lights are getting a free AI upgrade, and it could transform your smart lighting setup
By Grace Dean published
Plus, introducing the Philips Hue Wall Washer

Huge New Balance sale from $21 — here's 19 sneaker and apparel deals I'd shop now
By Grace Dean published
Here's the best deals in the New Balance sale that I'd recommend shopping right now — starting from just $21.

SwitchBot just launched a household robot that'll be your vacuum, air purifier and security camera in one
By Grace Dean published
The SwitchBot K20+ Pro first appeared back at CES and now we've got a launch price for this multitasking household robot.

KitchenAid just launched a powerful new blender with precision speed control — at a wallet-friendly price
By Grace Dean published
KitchenAid just released its latest innovation, the Pure Power Blender, with precision speed control, a 360 blade design and heat release vent

Gardeners urged to sprinkle cinnamon on their lawns this summer — and it makes more sense than you think
By Grace Dean published
Keep your grass green all summer long with this genius hack, using cinnamon powder to repel insects, instead of spraying chemicals.

Keurig just launched its smallest coffee maker ever — meet the K-Mini Mate
By Grace Dean published
Keurig has just dropped the K-Mini Mate. In three distinct colorways, the single-serve coffee maker is an eye-catching and space-saving solution.

I just discovered the '27 Fling Boogie' technique, and it finally makes decluttering fun
By Grace Dean published
27 Fling Boogie doesn't sound like a decluttering method – but it absolutely is. Here's how this viral trend changed the way I look at tidying my home, and finally made it fun.

I tried the 'poop rule' to declutter my home — here's why it actually works
By Grace Dean last updated
Forget Marie Kondo — the 'poop rule' is the new decluttering technique taking over the internet, and here's how it works

De'Longhi's colorful new coffee maker is so compact you could put it in your carry-on
By Grace Dean published
De'Longhi is known for making excellent espresso machines and its latest release, the Dedica Duo, brings slimline design with a pop of color – and it's a deliciously summery line-up.

Dyson redesigned its iconic bladeless fan, and it's cooler than ever
By Grace Dean published
Dyson's original bladeless fan just got a modern upgrade, and I can't wait to try it.

Memorial Day smartwatch sales — 9 deals I'd shop from Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy and more
By Grace Dean published
For Memorial Day, these are the best fitness tracker and smartwatch deals we've found from huge retailers. If you're thinking of investing, here's the top 9 buys I'd recommend.
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