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We put 22 of the best office chairs on the market through rigorous testing, evaluating them based on factors like setup, comfortability, lumbar support, adjustability, design, durability, and overall value. Things like comfort and lumbar support are highly subjective, which is why our Lab tests were done by people of differing heights, abilities, and body types. That being said, we can’t choose a single best office chair for everyone, but we can report on objective features and determine which we think would work best for most people, as well as give some suggestions for alternatives that might be a better fit for some....

To come up with this list of the best window air conditioners, we thoroughly researched various models and evaluated them on cooling power, energy efficiency, noise level, and extra features. For expert tips and recommendations, we consulted Gary McCoy, store manager at Lowe’s, and Matthew Brown, merchant of ACs and fans, air quality, and floorcare at The Home Depot. “Window AC units are an easy-to-install, affordable option to cool a single room by essentially reducing the temperature and humidity of a room’s air and then recirculating the cool air with a fan,” says McCoy....

Editor-Loved Black Friday Deals Adidas Women’s Three-Stripe Crew Socks, $7 (was $14) Anrabess Women’s Oversized Turtleneck Sweater, $42 (was $60) Olay Regenerist Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizer, $30 with coupon (was $35) Mrs. Meyer’s Birchwood Hand Soap Set, $10 (was $15) Koolaburra by Ugg Women’s Koola Fashion Boot, $65 (was $90) Hydro Flask Wide Mouth Straw Lid Water Bottle, $30 (was $40) The House That Pinterest Built, $32 (was $65) To buy: $65 (was $90); amazon....

Mystery subscription boxes like The Deadbolt Mystery Society and Sleuth Kings allow you to pour over witness statements, autopsy reports, codes, and more, and basically live out your dream of being a detective. Most of these subscriptions offer a different mystery to crack in each box, but some have in-depth cold cases that will take you several boxes to unravel with new clues arriving at your door each month. Let the investigations begin!...

“The two most important features when looking for a vacuum to clean up after your pets are suction power and filtration,” says Ollie Toogood, senior design engineer at Dyson. We put 37 of the best vacuums for pet hair to the test in our lab in Des Moines, Iowa, to see which ones picked up fur from hard floors and carpets alike while remaining maneuverable and easy to operate. Our team of experts spent an entire day running each vacuum on different flooring types covered in pet hair, dust, dirt, and more....

To find the best bath towels, we spent two days testing 31 towels in our Lab and assessed them based on their quality, texture, absorbency, durability, and overall value. For expert tips on buying and using bath towels, we turned to Whitney Thornburg, design director at Coyuchi, and Sarah Smith, product education and customer experience manager at Serena & Lily. We also received insights from Elana Frosk, account executive at Hohenstein Institute, the U....

“Hand sanitizer functions by containing antiseptic ingredients that kill or inactivate many types of germs,” says Dr. Courtney Rubin, board-certified dermatologist and co-founder and Chief Medical Officer of Fig.1, a skincare brand. “Hand sanitizers are regulated in the United States by the FDA as an OTC (over-the-counter) drug, meaning that hand sanitizers must meet a higher threshold for safety and effectiveness before they can be brought to market and sold to consumers....

To find the best mold removers, we spent hours researching products, considering factors like type, ingredients, and compatibility with different surfaces. We also received tips on how to choose and use mold removers from Michael Rubino, founder of HomeCleanse and author of The Mold Medic. “Using a cleaning product to tackle mold typically depends on the type of surface in question, which can be porous, such as fabrics and carpet; non-porous, such as finished wood and sealed countertops; and semi-porous, such as leather furniture and some types of plastic,” says Rubino....

YouTubers and TikTok-ers recently put the succulent in the spotlight with insanely simple DIY aloe vera hair mask videos that revealed head-turning results. One look at the salon-level glossiness (with just one application!) is enough to make us want to scoop out its jelly guts and slather from roots to ends. To dive deeper, we looked beyond the public praise, trending #aloe hashtags, and millions of video views, and turned to actual experts to see what they think about rubbing raw aloe vera on hair....

Test Garden Tip: Build your raised beds so they’re at least 12 inches tall. If the walls are slightly below waist level, you can sit on the edges to work the soil and harvest your bounty without having to bend over. Test Garden Tip: Choose cold-tolerant vegetables in early spring or late fall for successful garden beds. To extend the gardening season, fashion hoops like the ones pictured, then drape plastic over them....

Although you should absolutely use Black Friday and Cyber Monday to do your holiday gift shopping, there’s no reason you shouldn’t treat yourself, too. And anyone who loves keeping a clean home neat and tidy will think of these vacuum sales as the gift that just keeps on giving. Sure, the holiday season is a magical time of year, but is there anything more magical than a cleaning device that does the work for you?...

That being said, cooking can be the most glorious and essential escape. And we’ve got plenty of time on our hands to work on our skills. That’s why we asked the pros—nine expert chefs from restaurants around the country—to share their own personal favorite canned and frozen foods for cooking. We hope you’ll find them as helpful, surprising (Spam!), and inspiring as we do. I always have chicken stock in my pantry....

Earl Grey Truffles Increase the amount of cream to 2/3 cup. Add 1 tablespoon Earl Grey tea to the cream and bring to a simmer. Let the mixture stand, covered, for 10 minutes. Before adding it to the chocolate, strain the cream through a fine mesh sieve, discarding the solids. Instead of sprinkles, roll truffles in cocoa powder. Peanut Butter and Jelly Truffles Stir 1/4 cup raspberry jam into the chocolate mixture after the cream....

Dry wines typically work best for cooking, but what are dry wines, really? Hint: It has nothing to do with the actual liquid content. “Most still wines are vinified to dryness, which means that all the sugars from the grapes get converted into alcohol during fermentation,” explains. A.J. Ojeda-Pons, seasoned sommelier and director of operations at New York’s Temperance Wine Bar. In winemaking, yeasts eat the sugar, converting it to alcohol, and the less sugar left, the drier a wine will taste....

My family lived in Cincinnati, Ohio for about four years when I was growing up. I may not remember a ton about living in Cincinnati, but there are three things that burned into my brain that I’ll never forget – coasters, memories with my sister Breanna, and a love for Cincinnati chili. I’ll give it to you, Cincinnati chili is an acquired taste but once you’ve acquired it, other chilis just don’t compare....

“My all-time favorite use of green in an interior was Dunn Edwards’s Midnight Spruce used in #clientohhiojai’s kitchen. And yes, it was my favorite use of green in an interior ever. The finished look in that Ojai kitchen with the marble countertops, wooden shelves, and gold accents was a dream come true,” Lewis explains. To buy: Midnight Spruce, dunnedwards.com. “I’ve used Silver Satin on several projects and my clients are always happy with the Taupe/Gray shade which makes it the perfect neutral,” Franklin says....

While shapewear used to have a reputation for hiding so-called flaws, it’s now embraced by many shoppers as an “empowering” accessory to “help them feel their best,” says Kimmay Caldwell, Undergarment Educator at Hurray Kimmay. “Bodies age and soften. It’s totally normal,” she adds. “And some folks like the option of having a smoother or shaped silhouette.” After researching the best shapewear on the market, we landed on the Skims Sculpting Bodysuit W....

My family and I just returned from a trip to Universal Studios Florida where we rode as many rides as possible, including all of the Universal Studios roller coasters! I grew up in a coaster family that went to amusement parks for every single vacation. We even have a running spreadsheet of coasters that we’ve been on – I’m around 250 different coasters at this point. And last year my parents, all my siblings, and a bunch of my aunt and uncles and their kids piled into two vans and rode 50 coasters in five days....

Follow these fridge storage tips to help make everything in your fridge easier to find—then check out some key fridge organization products for enhancing your aesthetic. Best Ways to Organize Your Fridge Edit and sort your food. Take everything out of your fridge and toss any withered produce, leftovers more than a few days old, and expired condiments or dairy products. Sort everything you have left into categories—deli, dairy, produce, and sauces and condiments, to start....

Cricut Machines on Sale Now: Cricut Maker, $249 (was $400) Cricut Explore Air 2, $169 (was $250) Cricut Joy, $129 (was $180) Cricut EasyPress 2 9x9, $119 (was $190) Cricut EasyPress 2 12x10, $169 (was $240) Cricut Mug Press, $179, (was $200) With so many options at such great prices, it can be difficult to know which machine is right for you. Before making a purchase, you’ll want to consider what you plan to use your Cricut for and how often you’ll use it....