Katie Mortram
Household Advice Editor
As the Household Advice Editor, Katie looks after all things cleaning and decluttering. She started out as a Junior Tester in the Good Housekeeping Institute 10 years ago, so she’s tested plenty of appliances in her time too, including dishwashers and washing machines. Nowadays, she focuses on keeping our cleaning content up to date and accurate, testing relevant products and learning about the latest methods and trends along the way.
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Latest from Katie Mortram
5 Things to Take Off Your Windowsill ASAP Before Condensation Ruins Them
Protect photos, plants, books, and more from moisture damage before mold and warping set in.
5 Quick Things to Declutter as You Get Ready in the Morning for a More Productive Day
Make the most of your morning routine.
This 2-Second Hack Stops Spiders From Making Webs on Windows
Here’s how to keep your windows free from cobwebs this fall.
6 Things in Your Closet to Wash in October Before the Temperatures Drop
Add these to your laundry list this weekend.
Why You Should Never Store Sheet Pans in Your Oven
Are you guilty of using your appliance as storage space?
6 Things That Secretly Attract Spiders Into Your Bedroom—and How to Put a Stop to Them
A few simple fixes can help keep eight-legged visitors out this autumn.
The One Thing You Should Always Do When You See a Spider in the Bathtub
You might be seeing these little critters everywhere lately.
How to Safely Trap a House Spider—and Why You Shouldn’t Release It Out the Window
It’s officially spider season.
Spider Season Is Here: These Are 3 Places They Love to Hide in Your Home
Spiders help keep other pests in check, but we understand why you might not want to see them inside your home.
The Simple Solution That Finally Got Rid of Clothes Moths in My Home
I had been fighting an infestation all year.
7 Things You Can Declutter in 5 Minutes or Less
Smash through this declutter list for instant results.
Why the Reverse Hanger Method Is So Effective for Closet Cleanouts
This simple strategy makes it easy to see what you actually wear.