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Amanda Lauren

https://www.instagram.com/itsamandalauren/

Amanda Lauren is a design and lifestyle expert who covers all things home for RD and among other publications. When she's not in front of a computer, recording her podcast Bougie Adjacent, or re-arranging furniture, she enjoys Los Angeles with her husband and wrangling their two dogs, Milo and Lulu.

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10 Ways to Stop Porch Pirates from Stealing Your Packages

Stop porch pirates in their tracks with these helpful tips.

10 Ways You’re Shortening the Life of Your Nonstick Cookware

Wonder why your nonstick cookware doesn't last? Innocent mistakes can ruin your cookware—fast!

12 Ways You’re Shortening the Life of Your Home Appliances

Are your appliances and devices on the fritz frequently, or do they need to be...

Face Shield vs. Face Mask: Which Is Better?

Should you swap your face mask for a face shield? Here’s what the experts think.

13 Things You Shouldn’t Do at Reopened Hair Salons

Ready for a much-needed cut and color? Not so fast—you need to know a few...

17 Clever Products Pros Swear By For Reducing Clutter

We got professional organizers to share their secret weapons for making order out of life's...

10 Best Hair Clippers to Use at Home

For men in desperate need of a haircut, help is just a click away!

Signs Your Refrigerator Is About to Die

Is it time to start shopping for a new refrigerator? Here are the telltale signs...

8 Places You Should Never Use Free Wi-Fi

Is the convenience of free Wi-Fi really worth the risk to your personal information?

Home Security Offers That Are Actually Scams

Home security systems should make you feel safe—from the start. Don't fall victim to these...

White House Christmas Ornaments Through the Years

Here's the history behind every official White House Christmas ornament ever made.

“Smart Hotels” Are Booming—But Is Your Privacy in Danger?

Is staying in a smart hotel all that smart if you want to keep your...

14 Things Home Security Experts Never Do in Their Own Homes

An alarm system isn't enough. If you're making any of these security mistakes, experts say...

The Best Home Security Systems, According to Experts

Want to feel safer no matter where you live? Top security experts share their picks...

Bottom Freezer vs. Top Freezer: Which One’s Better?

Should a bottom freezer be your top choice? It depends. These expert tips will help...

12 Smart Alarm Clocks That Might Just Make You a Morning Person

Waking up has never been easier thanks to these smart devices—there's one for every type...

Here’s How to Find the Best Home Security System

Here's how to find the best home security system to protect your property, but more...

How a Power Outage Puts Your Home Security at Risk

When you lose power, you can also lose the protection of your home security system....

Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Post Pictures of Your House Key Online

Did you just move into a new home? Think twice before posting that classic photo...