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
7 Best Rust Removers for Around the House, According to Cleaning Experts
Restore fabrics, surfaces, tools and more with these powerful rust busters.
Avoid These Mistakes When Loading Your Dishwasher
Think you need to pre-rinse before you start loading? Think again.
9 Best Stovetop Cleaners of 2024, Tested by Cleaning Experts
Easily take your stovetop from soiled to sparkling without harsh scrubbing.
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You can have clean floors without lifting a finger!
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Trust me. Your carpets and couches will thank you!
6 Best Baby Detergents of 2024, Tested by Laundry Experts and Parents
Clean, soft clothing and bedding make for happier babies.
How Long Do Christmas Trees Last and How to Care for Them Indoors, According to Experts
Follow these tips to keep your cut or potted holiday tree alive and fresh all season long.
How to Clean Your UGGs at Home
Expert-approved tips to clean water, grease, mud, salt and other tricky stains from your boots and slippers.
As a Cleaning Expert, Here’s Why I Recommend Dyson’s V15 Detect Cordless Stick Vacuum
This sucker will find dirt you didn’t know you had!
I Tested Shark's AI Ultra Self-Empty Robot Vacuum. Here's Why I'm a Fan.
This robot vac is a cleaning dream.
9 Best Stainless Steel Cleaners, Tested by Cleaning Experts
Restore dull stainless steel on sinks, refrigerators and beyond.