Carolyn Forté
Home Care & Cleaning Lab Executive Director
Carolyn Forté brings more than 40 years of experience as a consumer products expert to her role as executive director of the Good Housekeeping Institute's Home Care and Cleaning Lab. Using deep analytical testing and writing expertise in appliances, cleaning, textiles and organizational products, she produces cleaning and home care advice for GH, has authored numerous books and bookazines for the brand and partners with the American Cleaning Institute to co-produce the Discover Cleaning Summits. She holds a bachelor's degree in family and consumer sciences from Queens College, City University of New York.
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Latest from Carolyn Forté
We've Tested 20+ Carpet Cleaners—These 7 Impressed Our Cleaning Experts
Prepare to be wowed when you see all the dirt these mighty machines remove.
The Right Way to Clean a TV Screen, According to Experts
Here’s how to banish fingerprints, dust, and grime.
9 Vacuums for Pet Hair That Actually Work, According to Cleaning Experts and Dog Parents
These are our favorite devices for zapping fur from carpets, hardwood floors, and sofas.
9 Top-Tested Robot Vacuums to Automate Your Cleaning Routine
We spent over 300 hours testing 15 robo vacs to find the best of the best.
13 Things That Should Never Go in Your Dishwasher, According to Cleaning Pros
Experts say these items should always be washed by hand.
9 Best Upholstery Cleaners for Stains, Pets, and More, Tested by Cleaning Experts
From pet stains to red wine spills, these are the best upholstery cleaners our experts tested for tackling tough messes.
6 Cheap Vacuums That Don't Skimp on Cleaning Power, According to Testing
These budget-friendly vacuum cleaners don't suck! Wait... you know what I mean.
6 Best Affordable Washing Machines, According to Appliance Experts
You shouldn't have to pay a lot to get clean laundry.
7 Best Vacuum Cleaners for Hardwood Floors, According to Lab Tests
Our top pick is Miele's Boost CX1 Parquet Canister Vacuum.
Shark vs. Dyson: Which Vacuum Brand Is Better?
These popular brands typically meet head-to-head in our tests. Here's how they stack up.
6 Best Dusters, Tested by Cleaning Experts
These tools make cleaning hard-to-reach spots a breeze.