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
4 Best Toilet Brushes, Tested and Reviewed by Cleaning Experts
Our top pick not only makes the bowl shine, but gets under the rim too.
7 Best Fabric Softeners for Clothes, Tested by Laundry Experts
Say goodbye to scratchy sweaters and staticky socks.
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Read this before spritzing vinegar on your floors or countertops.
We Tried Viral Homemade Cleaning Sprays—Here’s What Actually Worked
These easy DIY sprays are surprisingly effective.
Experts Explain How to Help Your Dishwasher Dry Dishes Better
From rinse aid to loading tricks, pros share the best ways to help your dishwasher dry dishes more effectively.
Appliance Experts Break Down the Differences Between Front-Load and Top-Load Washers
Here's what to know about each type before making your decision.
6 Best Handheld Vacuums for Quick Cleanups, Lab Tested and Reviewed
Easily clean hard-to-reach spots with these convenient picker-uppers.
Cleaning Experts Share The Best Way to Remove Mildew From Every Surface in Your Home
Mildew doesn’t stand a chance against these expert-approved cleaning methods.
10 Best Carpet Stain Removers, Tested by Cleaning Experts
Cleaner carpets are just a spray away!
How to Clean a Microfiber Couch Without Damaging It, According to Experts
Here's how to remove stains and have it feel fresh again.
Cleaning Pros Say This Is How to Remove Mold From Any Surface
It only takes a few simple steps.