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
How to Do Laundry: A Step-by-Step Guide on the Right Way to Sort, Wash and Dry
All the best tips and tricks to treat your clothes with care.
8 Best Eco-Friendly Laundry Detergents, Tested by Cleaning Experts
They work better than you might think!
8 Best Vacuum Cleaners at Walmart, Tested by Cleaning Experts
Keep your home spick and span with these top-tested options.
7 Best Car Upholstery Cleaners to Erase Stains and Odors
Go ahead! Let the kids eat in the back seat!
How to Clean and Remove Stains From a Pizza Stone
Follow these simple instructions for a delicious pie every time.
13 Best Shower Cleaners of 2024, Tested by Home Care Experts
Make your tub and tile shine, from spout to grout.
Take It From a Cleaning Expert: These Are My Favorite Spring Cleaning Secrets and Shortcuts
A seasonal home spruce-up doesn't have to be a chore.
12 Best Air Fresheners for Homes, Tested and Reviewed
These long-lasting sprays and plug-ins will leave every room smelling fresh.
8 Best Screen Cleaners for Every Device, Tested by Cleaning Experts
Make sure your laptop, phone and tablet screens are free from fingerprints.