What are the best long handle scrub brushes to clean a bath tub or shower? To find out, we tried out 9 different brands. Which were easiest to use? Light weight? Here are the ones we thought are tops. FYI: We’ve been reviewing and rating products for the home and families since 1994. We don’t take money or freebies from the brands we review. Our work is 100% reader-supported!

What is the best heel lift? We tried out several major brands to find the ones that worked best in the real world. Which was most comfortable? Easies to adjust? Here are the ones we think are best. FYI: We’ve been reviewing and rating products for the home and families since 1994. We don’t take money or freebies from the brands we review. Our work is 100% reader-supported!

What are the best Murphy beds? We asked our parent readers for their favorites and then did another 8 hours of research, comparing quality and ease of use. Which beds were easiest to assemble? Most attractive when stored away? Here are the ones we recommend. FYI: We’ve been reviewing and rating products for the home and families since 1994. We don’t take money or freebies from the brands we review. Our work is 100% reader-supported!

What is the best fishing vest? To find out, we asked our parent readers for their favorites. Then we tried out a few ourselves. Which was most breathable? Best for travel or photo gear? Here are the ones we recommend. FYI: We’ve been reviewing and rating products for the home and families since 1994. We don’t take money or freebies from the brands we review. Our work is 100% reader-supported!

What’s the best mosquito repellent for a backyard or patio? If you are finding yourself spending more time outside lately, the mosquitos have noticed you too. Besides spraying up with DEET, what can you do to deal with mosquitos on a patio? We surveyed the readers of our parenting books for their tips and tricks. Yes, we tried some of their suggestions in our own backyard—and also interviewed pest control experts for their insight. Finally, we poured over research test results to see what actually works . . . to save you from buying the stuff that doesn’t! Here are our recommendations. FYI: We’ve been reviewing and rating products for the home and families since 1994. To keep things independent, we don’t take money or freebies from brands we review! Our work is 100% reader-supported!

What are the best water balloons? For the answer, we turned to the experts: kids! We had actual kiddos try out 10 of the most popular water balloons on the market today. Which were easiest to fill? Most fun? Budget-friendly? Here are the ones we’d recommend. FYI: Since 1994, we’ve been rating and review products for children, families and the home. We don’t take money from the brands we review. Our work is 100% reader-supported! We appreciate you reading this article.