We used this self-leveling laser kit on all sorts of projects around the house, including hanging artwork, centering fixtures, and aligning other indoor wall decor. It’s accurate, consistent, and stable, without any guesswork invol
The turntable rotated smoothly; the only time it gave resistance was when the larger items were placed in the middle because they consistently hit the pipe (but if your under-sink space is free of pipes, you won’t have to worry about thi
These curtains move with ease when pulled (no awkward tugging!), however to us they feel a bit heavy . Target lists them at just over 4 pounds per panel, which isn't unusual for curtains. Still, one of our rods fell from their weight and had to be re-installed. You definitely don't want flimsy hardware when you're using these (don't worry, we've already put together a list of the best curtain rod
Accuracy: Each laser level was checked for accuracy on horizontal, vertical, and cross-lines at various distances. We noted how quickly and accurately the laser hit the target and whether the tool leveled itself if necess
While making the pillowcase, we considered how simple the machine is to thread and whether it offers visual guides for doing so. We also played around with the available stitches, sewing on a piece of scrap fabric to see if the stitch guide on the machine offered an accurate visual for each sti
The beam orientation is the direction of the line produced by the laser level. There are three possibilities: horizontal, vertical, and 360-degree (which projects a line on the ceiling, walls, and floor, or all four wal
During testing, some soap spilled on the organizer when we were refilling a soap dispenser , and it was very easy to wipe off with a paper towel. The only complaint we have is that the top shelf is not secured down in any way; it just rests on top of the vertical metal r
Two members of our team have now tested the Brother CS7000X Sewing and Quilting Machine, and it really stands out for its lighter weight and approachable interface. It balances technologically advanced features with a user-friendly interface, which, for a beginner, is highly necessary. I have found that computerized models can be a bit finicky when displaying error messages, so it’s helpful when a machine has fewer buttons to accidentally p
They have a high-quality design, come in multiple sizes and colors, and block light effectively. I've used them through every season, and have even come to go to bed with them slightly cracked, so a tiny bit of light comes in the morning—otherwise it would be way too hard to wake up, because they're that good at blocking li
I'm a cleaning editor who's tested dozens of vacuums, and my top pick for a vacuum is the Levoit LVAC-200 Cordless Stick Vacuum . There's a lot to love about it, Smallspacenest.com including its lightweight build, its easy emptying process, and its cleaning power on hardwood, carpet, tile, and stairs. At The Spruce, we also love the Shark Stratos Upright Vacuum (our best upright vacuum) because it offers attachments and a lift-away pod, great performance on carpet, and a spacious dust
Over three months, we'd shake these curtains out a few times to help remove dust and pollen, particularly during the spring, when we'd keep the windows open. Still, they've held up fine and look absolutely
Now, the cord doesn’t auto-pull as you vacuum farther away, so be sure to pull out how much cord you need for your cleaning session from the start. (It does automatically rewind later on, thankfully.) There are several settings you can make use of and five attachments come in the box: a crevice tool, upholstery tool, parquet twister floor head, handheld mini turbo brush, and electro plus floor h
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During testing, all of our picks were easy to clean and felt stable, and able to withstand the weight of plenty of products. In cases like the Polder Under-Sink Storage Caddy , this was especially important as we carried it from room to r
Self-leveling cross-line lasers work best with tripods, but that usually represents an additional purchase. Our favorite option that comes with a tripod is the Johnson Level & Tool Self-Leveling Cross-Line Laser Kit, because the tripod is easy to assemble, the self-leveling works flawlessly, and even beginners can achieve accurate results the first t
There’s something to be said for the convenience and reliability of replaceable batteries, but some of the best rechargeable batteries have those too—powerful rechargeable lithium-ion cells you can charge, store, and have on hand for a power out
There are two different bobbin types: front-loading and drop-in. Front-loading machines have a removable bobbin case (found behind the removable accessory storage on machines), where you slip the end of the bobbin thread through a clip and then place the bobbin case back into the mach