
Sort results by: Best Match | Date Added | Alphabetically
- How to choose a water filter.
- In-depth kitchen report includes CR ratings and buying advice for flooring, countertops, ranges, microwaves and range hoods, cooktops, wall ovens, refrigerators and dishwashers.
- Why using too much detergent can send products’ benefits down the drain, and easy fixes that can save consumers’ money on laundry costs.
- Find out Consumer Reports' picks, plus tips for keeping (or making) your lawn beautiful.
- Which stain removers work best at removing a variety of stains? CR tested them on coffee, blood, wine, sebum, motor oil, and grass stains.
- Want comparable quality at a lower price? Buy store brands says Consumer Reports, in the August 2005 Issue.
- Consumer Reports confirms that gas-powered pressure washers have a clear performance edge over electric models. But more pressure also means more chance for injury with any pressure washer.
- Organic products worth buying — and those you can skip; tips on buying organic without breaking the bank.
- See the results before purchasing an air cleaner.
- Largest study of its kind shows highest percentage of dirty birds since CR began testing in 1998.
- Quilted Northern, Charmin and Cottonelle top toilet paper tests.
- Consumers are eager to clean windows, blinds, curtains, clothing, closets & drawers: 72% of households spring clean every year, ACI survey shows.
- Your family may not be the only ones enjoying the sofa. The soft, comfortable places where families relax and play at home can harbor millions of bacteria. For example, Staphylococcus bacteria can live on soft surfaces for 24 hours. Here's what to do about it.
- HC asked makers of special surfaces how to clean their products. Here are their tips.
- Research shows radar technology could save serious money in mold damage.
- Quick tips: How NOT to use a "laptop" computer.
- Nothing is more precious - and vulnerable - than an infant in his/her crib. Follow these important steps to keep your little one safe.
- Do your own carpet cleaning, or let the carpet cleaning pros handle it.
- If you find that no matter how much you vacuum, your carpet still does not look like it used to, it may be time for deep cleaning. While there are do-it-yourself cleaning methods on the market, hiring a professional is often the safest, fastest and easiest option.
- You shouldn’t merely scratch the surface. Do the thorough job that makes your home do more than shine.

