Ria Bhagwat
Expertise
TikTok Cleaning Trends, Garden Maintenance, Modern Bedroom Designs
- Ria uses her passion for home design to write about all things cleaning, organizing, and sustainable living.
- She's written for award-winning lifestyle publications like Apartment Therapy, Well+Good, In These Times, and more.
- With a knack for interior decoration, Ria has turned her small New York apartment into an inviting space for guests.
Experience
Ria is fascinated by and well-versed in the lifestyle space — including home design, cleaning/organizing, and health — learning how to bridge the gap between accessibility and living well. As a news writer at House Digest, she prioritizes her passion for lifestyle journalism by finding actionable ways for readers to live better and smarter lives. She's also deeply passionate about home decor, affordable housing, and everything in between. Ria began her professional journalism career in 2019 as an editorial intern at In These Times, a progressive political magazine based in Chicago. She's gone on to work as a contributing writer for publications like Women.com and GoodGoodGood.
Education
Ria has a Bachelor of Arts degree in journalism from DePaul University in Chicago.
House Digest uses a knowledgeable team of editors, writers, and experts to create all our content. We dive deep into the always-evolving conversations surrounding design and home trends, striving to deliver the most current and helpful tips, strengthened by expert takes and tutorials from our talented team.
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Stories By Ria Bhagwat
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Lilacs are a tried and true addition to any garden, but they can be made even more gorgeous when paired with this beautiful flowering shrub.
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Herbs can be sensitive plants, but that doesn't mean they don't need pruning. Here's how to prune your cilantro for ideal, tasty results.
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Orchids are a notoriously difficult flower to grow, but the key might lie in the environment that your bathroom can provide for this bloom.
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If you're seeking a natural way to get rid of clover in your garden or lawn, vinegar spraying is a natural DIY solution that won't harm your favorite plants.
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From enclosed bookcases to raised garden beds, if you're ready to toss out your old refrigerator, consider repurposing it in your home and garden instead.
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Hydrangea bushes are a beautiful addition to every yard, but can you grow this stunning shrub into an all-out tree? We've got all the deets.
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Club soda is a great product for cleaning up all kinds of messes around the house, but does it work for banishing grease stains from tile floors?
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Your master bathroom is a hub that your home life largely revolves around, so you need to keep these things in mind when you're designing your dream house.
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Spring cleaning is in full swing, but before you start scraping your carpet to get it spotless, here's what you really need to know about the TikTok trend.
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If your air fryer is consistently emitting a strong plastic smell, rid yourself of these offensive fumes with these easy de-stinking tricks.
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Essential oils are commonly used for keeping our homes smelling great, but could pouring a few drops down the toilet eliminate bad odors in the bathroom too?
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Dishwasher tablets are the latest cleaning hack being touted by intrepid online enthusiasts to make your toilet bowl really sparkle. But do they actually work?
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Cleaning your grill is a must to keep it sanitary and safe for all your backyard barbecues. But how often should you be cleaning it? Here's what to know.
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Pets can do a lot of damage to the interior of your house. If your doors are scratched up, there is luckily an easy repair that can make it look as good as new.
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Whether it's your favorite chore or the one you dread, mowing your lawn on a regular basis is essential. Learn how frequent mowing benefits your grass.
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Summer's on the way, and soon it will be pool time. So make sure those metal pool fixtures are sparkling clean, and use these common household items to do it.
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Olive wood can breathe sophistication and depth into your space. Depending on a few different factors, olive wood flooring may or not be right for you.
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Lighting fixtures can make or break your bathroom vanity setup, and choosing the right size lights are a key aspect of nailing your dream aesthetic.
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Are you tired of finding ants in your bathtub? The reason behind this issue might surprise you. Don't let these pesky insects ruin your relaxation in the tub!
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If you tend to be either a cold or hot sleeper, there's one unique type of bedding that you may want to invest in to ensure that you are always comfortable.
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Is the sun messing with the laser sensor on your garage door? Don't fret: Odds are that you've already got the item needed to resolve the issue.
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Store your batteries in the fridge, right? This myth has been around for a long time, but is it accurate? Learn the truth and the best way to store batteries.
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Command Strips are a powerful adhesive, but you might notice that they're a little weaker in the bathroom. This is the problem, and how to solve it.
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If you no longer have any magazines to store inside your magazine holder, don't throw the item away. Instead, learn how to reuse the holder around your home.
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Roach infestations are frustratingly easy to get and frustratingly difficult to ditch, but boric acid could be the key to ridding yourself of these pests.
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If you get oil on your hardwood floor, there's actually a special process for getting it off. Here's how to remove oil stains from your wood floors.
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While the garage is often overlooked when designing a home, this doesn't have to be the case. Discover nine ways to make the ceiling in this space stand out.