Katie Mortram
Katie looks after everything homes-related, from kitchen appliances, to laundry products, to gardening tools. She also covers smart home technology, so is the best point of contact for any product recommendations around the home! She has tested and reviewed kitchen appliances for over 6 years, having previously worked for the Good Housekeeping Institute as a Product Tester and the Manager of the Homes department.
Consequently, she 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. As a result, she’s constantly giving advice on ways to reduce energy as well as water consumption around the home.
In her time at Tom’s Guide, she has also 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. Her aim is to help every consumer find the best product to suit their circumstances, whatever the budget and preferences.
Latest articles by Katie Mortram
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Best washing machines in 2024
By Katie Mortram, Camilla Sharman last updated
The best washing machines for every budget and family size, whether you need a top-loading machine, front-loader or smart washing machine.
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Best air purifiers in 2024 tested and rated
By Katie Mortram last updated
We tested a range of models to find the best air purifiers to suit every budget and room size.
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How to get rid of fruit flies fast
By Katie Mortram last updated
Fruit flies are an annoyingly house guest, but you can easily get rid of them with a few everyday products
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How to get rid of wasps — and keep them away from your home
By Katie Mortram last updated
Need to know how to keep wasps away from your home? Try our top tips to keep these pests at bay.
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How to get rid of roaches quickly and safely
By Cynthia Lawrence, Katie Mortram last updated
Knowing how to get rid of roaches the right way can save you time, effort and frustration.
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How to get rid of crabgrass without damaging your lawn
By Katie Mortram, Camilla Sharman last updated
Knowing how to get rid of crabgrass can keep your lawn looking neat and tidy. Here, we breakdown how to deal with this weed.
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How to make your grass greener in 9 easy steps
By Katie Mortram last updated
Want to know how to make grass greener? It’s a simple process and here we take you through what to do step-by-step.
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The best electric kettles in 2024
By Katie Mortram last updated
Here are the best electric kettles you can buy, from variable temperature, to gooseneck and glass.
![Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra on hardwood floor](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vmpi5dxZLfQeLMdxHdrsL9-320-80.jpg)
Robot vacuum buying guide—what you need to know
By Katie Mortram last updated
Not sure where to start your search for a robot vacuum? It doesn't matter how little or how much you want to spend, there's a cleaning robot out there for everyone.
![Vornado VHEAT Whole Room Vintage Heater on living room floor](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Pxo6ni8N5FwuJpsEi3rQPF-320-80.jpg)
Best space heaters in 2024 — tested and rated
By Sharon Franke last updated
We tested a range of space heaters to see which are best for keeping you warm all year round.
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How to dethatch a lawn for healthier grass
By Katie Mortram, Camilla Sharman last updated
Want to know how to dethatch a lawn? Here, we take you through what you need to do and when you need to do it.
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Philips Hue lights: A guide to what each bulb does (and costs)
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
This Philips Hue lights guide explains exactly what each Philips Hue bulb and light fixture does and how much they cost.
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My favorite gadget of 2023 takes Dyson vacuums to a new level
By Katie Mortram published
My favorite gadget of 2023 lets you turn a Dyson vacuum into an electric mop.
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Last-minute smart light deal is a must for making your home shine over the holidays
By Katie Mortram published
Make your home shine for the holidays with this must-have smart light deal — it’s never been cheaper.
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Here's the one digital photo frame feature you must start using in 2024
By Katie Mortram published
Digital photo frames just got better with this one feature.
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9 best gifts for gardeners — last-minute deals on pruning shears, gardening gloves and more
By Katie Mortram last updated
Shopping for someone with a green thumb this Christmas? Look no further.
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23 best gifts for coffee lovers 2023 — last-minute deals on coffee makers, espresso machines and accessories
By Katie Mortram last updated
Shopping for a coffee lover this Christmas? Check out these gifts.
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7 mistakes to avoid when buying holiday gifts
By Katie Mortram published
Don’t make any of these mistakes when shopping for gifts this year.
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I’ve never seen a coffee maker cheaper than this Keurig Cyber Monday deal
By Katie Mortram published
Keurig coffee maker is down to just $49 in this Cyber Monday sale — but, there’s only two colors left.
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It’s freezing in bed right now — here’s 3 Cyber Monday heated blanket deals to keep you warm this winter
By Katie Mortram published
Stay warm this winter with these 3 Cyber Monday heated blanket deals.
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Cyber Monday Deal Alert! Dyson’s new Airstrait just hit lowest price ever
By Katie Mortram published
Dyson’s latest hair care tool just got reduced to the lowest price ever.
![Dyson hair care range - Airstrait, Airwrap, Supersonic Hair Dryer and Corrale](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/d228NSk5dRaWvkiN5fQ92M-320-80.jpg)
3 best Cyber Monday deals on Dyson hair dryers — Airwrap, Supersonic and more
By Katie Mortram published
I’ve found 3 of the best Cyber Monday deals on Dyson hair dryers you can buy now.
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Nespresso Cyber Monday deals 2023: best sales still available
By Katie Mortram published
Want to treat yourself to a new Nespresso machine? Check out these Cyber Monday Nespresso deals you can still get right now.