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 Kitchen Drawer Organizers, According to Organization Pros
Restore order once and for all.
5 Best Washer and Dryer Sets, Tested by Laundry Experts
It's time to upgrade your laundry room with these top-tested duos.
6 Best Shoe Racks to Get Organized and Free Up Floor Space
Say goodbye to that unsightly pile.
4 Best Dishwashing Gloves, Tested by Cleaning Experts
With these top-tested gloves, your hands stay dry and fully protected.
Black+Decker's Steam Cleaning System vs. Dupray's Neat Steam Cleaner: How They Compare
I tested both to find out how they stack up.
I Tested the $700 Dyson Wash G1 Wet Floor Cleaner to See If It's Worth It
After putting this fancy mop through test after test, I definitely have thoughts.
5 Best Steam Cleaners, Tested by Cleaning Pros
These powerhouses will absolutely blow you away.
The Best Appliance Brands, According to Testing
The top refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washing machines and dryers for your home.
I Tested Shark's Stratos Upright Vacuum Cleaner. Here's Why It's a Smart Buy.
This could be the vacuum you've been looking for.
8 Best Mops for Hardwood Floors, Tested by Cleaning Pros
Get spotless and shiny floors without all the scrubbing.
7 Best Dishwasher Detergents, Tested in Our Labs
These detergents can handle whatever you dish out!
