11 Renter Remedies That’ll Optimize Your Space Without Angering Your Landlord

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Many of the writers and editors at Apartment Therapy, myself included, are renters. We understand the hesitancy of drilling holes into walls or even repainting walls for fear of … Read more

See How a Pro Organizer Turns This Overstuffed Closet into a Functional Space

Shifrah Combiths With five children, Shifrah is learning a thing or two about how to keep a fairly organized and pretty clean house with a grateful heart in a way that leaves plenty of time for the people who matter most. Shifrah grew up in San Francisco, but has come to appreciate smaller town life … Read more

The Absolute Best Way to Clean a Bedroom

Stephanie NguyenCleaning & Organizing Editor Stephanie is a writer, editor, and full-time dog petter. As Apartment Therapy’s Cleaning & Organizing Editor, she covers all the ways to make your home sparkle with decluttering tricks, cleaning tips, and organizational hacks. Stephanie holds degrees in English and journalism from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. She lives … Read more

This TikToker Got Her Rug Clean Using Just Snow

Stephanie NguyenCleaning & Organizing Editor Stephanie is a writer, editor, and full-time dog petter. As Apartment Therapy’s Cleaning & Organizing Editor, she covers all the ways to make your home sparkle with decluttering tricks, cleaning tips, and organizational hacks. Stephanie holds degrees in English and journalism from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. She lives … Read more

This 3-Minute Habit Makes a Noticeable Difference in Your Home

Stephanie NguyenCleaning & Organizing Editor Stephanie is a writer, editor, and full-time dog petter. As Apartment Therapy’s Cleaning & Organizing Editor, she covers all the ways to make your home sparkle with decluttering tricks, cleaning tips, and organizational hacks. Stephanie holds degrees in English and journalism from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. She lives … Read more

How I Honor Old Traditions and Create New Ones for Lunar New Year

There is tremendous value in upholding traditions. It connects us to our history, pays homage to those who have come before, and binds us to those who are far away. However, I think there is much to be said about creating new traditions, too. With our ever-changing world, perspectives shift — they must — so … Read more

This Is the Secret to an Instantly More Presentable (and Odor-Free) Sofa

Stephanie NguyenCleaning & Organizing Editor Stephanie is a writer, editor, and full-time dog petter. As Apartment Therapy’s Cleaning & Organizing Editor, she covers all the ways to make your home sparkle with decluttering tricks, cleaning tips, and organizational hacks. Stephanie holds degrees in English and journalism from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. She lives … Read more

These 3 Organizing Finds Have My Pantry Looking Better Than Ever

Allison Ditmer Allison is a writer and mother of two living in Ohio. Her writing is focused around self-improvement, mental health, life lessons, and parenting all with one purpose: to live a fulfilled life. When she’s not writing she’s likely throwing a baseball in the front yard with her son or planning family trips to … Read more

How to Actually Get Started on Your Home Projects

Stephanie NguyenCleaning & Organizing Editor Stephanie is a writer, editor, and full-time dog petter. As Apartment Therapy’s Cleaning & Organizing Editor, she covers all the ways to make your home sparkle with decluttering tricks, cleaning tips, and organizational hacks. Stephanie holds degrees in English and journalism from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. She lives … Read more