Carrie Bradon
School
University Of Central Florida
Expertise
Home Organization, Natural Products, Curating A Healthy Home
- Carrie was a regular contributor to the Austin-American Statesman, where she wrote for their Homes and Gardens columns.
- Carrie is always looking for ways to improve her home — inside and out — and loves sharing the tips and tricks she has learned with others through her writing.
- As a mom and dog owner, Carrie understands the importance of safe and natural cleaning alternatives. She is always researching new methods to freshen up her home.
Experience
Carrie has been writing professionally for nearly a decade. As a news writer with House Digest, she has become an expert when it comes to home cleaning, decluttering, and reviewing home and garden projects. Having written on home-related topics for over six years, she has gained a plethora of knowledge on all things pertaining to home design, improvement, and maintenance. She has tackled many topics at House Digest, but her personal highlight was her piece "Could Wool Be The Dreamiest Type Of Pillow On The Market?" Carrie loves how writing combines her research aptitude and desire to share ideas with others. In addition to her writing career, she is passionate about traveling — she is especially fond of Chile, where she lived for a year — health, human behavior, and psychology.
Education
Carrie earned her B.A. in English literature at the University of Central Florida.
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Stories By Carrie Bradon
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WD-40 might not seem like it has a place in your laundry room, but it does. Use this handy spray to scrub stains, remove rust, and much more.
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Govee is sort of like "The NeverEnding Story" of outdoor lighting. Obviously, Govee lights can't be truly "permanent," but do they come close?
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Looking into buying outdoor furniture for your patio? Check out 5 of Home Depot's best options including a dining set, chaise lounge chairs, and a sofa.
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Bar Keepers Friend has a century of history behind it as a tough cleaner. Could it be the answer to finally ridding your shower door of irritating soap scum?
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If you have a pool or patio, there's one type of tree to avoid planting near it: the paper birch, which will shed its bark, flowers, and branches everywhere.
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Basil and tomato don't just make a good pair on your favorite pizza. The fruit that tastes like a veggie makes a perfect companion plant to this specific herb.
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Having a clean home is one of the simplest pleasures, and it's easier to achieve with the right products. Here are some of the best from IKEA.
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Many methods can remove stubborn weeds from your lawn. The most effective ones, however, prevent them from ever coming back. Use this tip to keep weeds at bay.
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Vinegar has seemingly endless uses around the house, but it turns out that it can also help keep your outdoor furniture rust-free. Here's how.
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Holly trees are beautiful, but they come with major drawbacks. We're taking a look at the reasons why you might regret planting one of these persistent plants.
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If you're considering new sod installation, you might be asking yourself if it's worth it to DIY or hire professionals. We'll go over the pros and cons of both.
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A dark garage can be unsafe as well as gloomy. Brighten up your garage using one (or all!) of these easy and budget-friendly LED lighting solutions.
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Though its first commercial aired nearly a decade ago, Hydro Mousse Liquid Lawn is gaining some traction with the public once more. Does it really work?
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Do you need an easy way to freshen up the smell of your home? Luckily, you can make a simple DIY diffuser with some Himalayan salt. Here's how.
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Skylights are a welcome addition to many homes, but if you're unfamiliar with them, you may wonder why they're so expensive to replace. Find out here.
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This herb is related to mint, but it's not nearly as popular, and we have no idea why. To really make your dishes zing, you'll want to grow this culinary herb.
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Retiling your shower is a great way to breathe new life into your bathroom, but it can get expensive. How much will it actually cost to retile a shower?
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Thinking about purchasing IKEA's $300 MORGEDAL mattress? We've gathered everything you need to know about the product, including reviews, before you do.
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There are many types pillows to choose from, like feather, cotton, and memory foam. But what about wool? Here, we explain why you may want to give it a try.
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CleanSeal kitchen and bathroom caulk offers a unique elastic formula that allegedly prevents mold growth. But does it work, or is it too good to be true?
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If your home's air quality is subpar, you may wonder how much it costs to install a HEPA filter in your HVAC system. We'll go over the variables with you here.
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Weeds -- the bane of every homeowner's existence. Sure, you could go atomic and use a ton of chemicals. But you might want to try this natural solution first.
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While super glue has amazing adhesive properties, it can wreak havoc when it gets somewhere you don't want. Luckily, the solution is something you likely have.
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Buying a new home is exciting, especially if the paint the previous owners chose matches your aesthetics. But, there's one important question you should ask.
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A mattress protector is a necessary component of your bedroom setup, but where should you buy yours? Here's what to know about IKEA's mattress protectors.
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Cleaning your toilet isn't a fun task, but there are ways to make it easier. Try using this toothbrush hack to clean those hard to reach places.
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Limescale can easily build up on your kitchen or bathroom faucets, leaving them inefficient and rather icky. But there's a simple cleaning hack you can try.