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Why the Right Home Humidity Matters
A humidifier can improve indoor humidity, benefiting your family's and pets' comfort, and extending the life of items.
How to Make Your Dishwasher Last Longer, According to Experts
Consumer Reports offers a collection of expert tips for how to help your dishwasher last longer and clean well for years to come.
Get the Most From Your Dehumidifier
Excessive humidity can breed dust mites, mildew, and mold. Here are tips on maximizing your dehumidifier's performance to prevent that from happening.
How to Stain a Deck
Expertly applied wood stains can add beauty and protection to decks, fences, and furniture. Here's how to apply stain like a pro.
How to Get Rid of the Musty Smell From Your Car’s Air Conditioner
Get rid of musty AC smells in your car with simple DIY tips—clean vents, replace filters, and disinfect the system.
5 Best Dishwashers for $1,000 or Less, Lab-Tested and Reviewed
The best dishwashers under $1,000, according to Consumer Reports, include models from Bosch and LG.
CR's Ultimate Heat Survival Guide
In this special report on summer heat waves, Consumer Reports has gathered the best ways to stay comfortable and safe—inside and out—even on scorching hot days.
We Took 296 Temp Readings to Find Out If 2 Dreo Misting Fans Really Cool the Air
We tested two Dreo misting fans—a desktop model and a tower model—to see whether they actually cool the air and provide relief in hot conditions.
Best Decking of 2026, Tested by Experts
CR's tough, three-year tests of wood, composite, and aluminum options reveal the best decking materials to resist weathering, flexing, and more.
How Much Water Should You Drink?
How much water you should drink varies from person to person. But all the fluid you need doesn't have to come from water.
Best Wood Stains of 2026 (and a Few of the Worst)
The best wood stains aren't always the costliest. Here are test results from leading brands including Behr, Cabot, Olympic, and Valspar.
Best Yard Waste and Leaf Bags, Tested and Reviewed
Consumer Reports experts tested to find leaf bags that are less likely to puncture or tear, making your yard work that much easier.
Best Outdoor Games
Consumer Reports staff members recommend their favorite outdoor games, from Wiffle ball to cornhole to Viking chess.
Top Reasons to Buy a Cool-Mist Humidifier
Consumer Reports says cool-mist humidifiers are safer than warm-mist humidifiers for babies and pets and provide other benefits.
10 Plant-Care Staples to Help Your Greens Thrive
CR turned to plant pros to learn which products they always have on hand and how they keep their houseplants thriving.
How to Prevent Mold From Growing in Your Bathroom
Mold grows easily in your bathroom if you're not careful. CR talked with experts to find out what to do to prevent mold in the bathroom and get rid if it if it appears.
What’s the Best Humidifier for Indoor Plants?
Consumer Reports offers easy steps to create the best humidity for your houseplants and recommends humidifiers that can help.
Best Valentine's Day Gifts Under $50
These products from Consumer Reports' tests and at-home evaluations will make great Valentine's Day gifts under $50 for your No. 1 person.
How to Stay Hydrated in Winter
Use these tips to stay hydrated in winter. The risk of dehydration in winter is higher than you think.
Do UV-C Hearing Aid Cleaners Really Work?
Cleaning hearing aids can keep them working for longer, but do expensive UV-C cleaning devices really help? We tried two popular models and talked to an expert.
