Beth Mahoney
Hi! I’m Beth Mahoney and I’m a former staff writer at Real Homes. Living in a semi-detached period property, I like to use pops of color and Art Deco-inspired decor to add personality and style. It’s a minimalist but cozy space that features lots of houseplants, plenty of mid-pink hues, and lots of copper accents.
Living on a tight budget means DIY makeovers that I can do on thrift store furniture take priority. Whilst making the most of the limited space that my little townhouse offers impacts how I choose to fill my home, always opting for smaller and more compact items where possible.
When I’m not writing and researching, you’ll usually find me camped out at my favorite coffee house with my Kindle, testing out new beauty products to blog about, restoring old furniture, or going on Instagrammable walks with my fiancé and our dog.
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Diffuser vs humidifier: what’s the difference?
Let's get steamy!
By Beth Mahoney Published
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Prepping for hot girl summer? Here's how to clean a fan (properly)
Fan-tastic 👌
By Beth Mahoney Published
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Diffuser vs candle — which is best and why?
Burnin' hot 🔥
By Beth Mahoney Published
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Too hot to sleep? 14 ways to help you drift off when it's warm
Beat the heat and get those Zs
By Beth Mahoney Last updated
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How to keep a top-floor apartment cool in summer
Just chillin'
By Lindsey Davis Last updated
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How to remove nail polish from carpet, upholstered furniture, and more
Properly polished
By Christina Chrysostomou Last updated
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Do I need renters insurance — and what are the benefits?
Just in case!
By Anna K. Cottrell Last updated
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7 totally genius ways to cover ugly carpet in a rental
These cheap and cheerful ways to disguise rental carpet could make all the difference to how your home feels
By Beth Mahoney Last updated
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10 ways to cover up ugly rental features — and create cozy ambiance instead
Distract and disguise
By Holly Phillips Last updated
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JSYK: You should try these unusual cleaning hacks — they really do work
We swear by 'em
By Beth Mahoney Published
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10 easy natural and eco-friendly cleaning hacks that actually work
You'll wish you knew them sooner
By Beth Mahoney Published
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How to wash a backpack — by hand or in your washing machine
Lookin' clean on the go
By Beth Mahoney Published
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I used to be a maid, and this is how to make a bed the right way
I promise it’s easier than you think
By Beth Mahoney Published
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8 tips that will make going on your first apartment tour a little less stressful
We've got your back
By Beth Mahoney Published
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How to clean a microwave with baking soda
Baking soda for the win
By Beth Mahoney Published
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FYI, this is how often you should be cleaning your microwave — and why
Don’t let the gunk build up
By Beth Mahoney Published
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Don't panic — here's what to do if your vacuum cleaner isn't suctioning
Easy fixes for when your vac is failing to suck
By Beth Mahoney Published
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How to remove burn stains from microwave
Yep, it is possible!
By Beth Mahoney Published
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How to clean a microwave that caught on fire
Scrub the burnt away
By Beth Mahoney Published
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You need these small apartment storage ideas to spruce up your place ASAP
Organized AF
By Beth Mahoney Published
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How to get stains out of a couch — because that red wine won't clean itself
Honestly, it's possible!
By Beth Mahoney Published
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FYI: Here's how to care for candles and make them last longer
Take it from a gal who makes her own
By Beth Mahoney Published
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How to remove sweat stains and keep your clothes looking like new
Yellow rings be gone!
By Beth Mahoney Published
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Reed diffuser vs oil diffuser — what’s the difference and which is best?
FYI, both are totally scent-sational
By Beth Mahoney Published