Ella Duggan
Household Advice Writer
As the Household Advice Writer, Ella covers all things home – from clever cleaning tips to the organisation tricks that really do make life easier. Before joining Good Housekeeping, she was a full-time freelance writer and production journalist at The Independent’s IndyBest reviews section, where she covered reviews, roundups, and product-related news articles, focusing on areas such as homeware and lifestyle products. With a keen eye for what actually works, she’s passionate about sharing practical, well-tested advice you can rely on. You can reach her at her email address: Ella.duggan@hearst.co.uk
10 dirty habits we’re guilty of in the bedroom – and, no, not that kind…
Get those dirty minds out of the gutter and clean up your bedroom for the sake of your sleep health
The best toilet cleaners, tried and tested for a squeaky-clean loo every time
Bust stubborn stains and stinky smells with ease
From plant killer to proud parent: Where to place your houseplants to keep them alive this summer
Where you put your favourite plant could be a matter of leafy life and death
How to protect your floors from scuffing with items you already have in your cupboard
A flooring expert shares the best DIY hacks for keeping your hardwood floors pristine
From shaving foam to ice cubes: 7 carpet cleaning myths busted by the experts
These hacks may be taking over TikTok, but they could be damaging your floors
How to stop seagulls stealing your food, according to a seagull expert
It could be all about your outfit choice
From overloading to open zippers: 8 common laundry mistakes that could ruin your clothes
How to optimise your laundry routine and protect your wardrobe
For crying out loud, put the toilet seat down! 5 reasons you need to stop leaving the lid up
How this simple habit might be dangerous for your health
The thunderbugs are coming! Here’s what to do if they’re in your house
The latest bug boom of the summer might already be buzzing around your garden and eyeing up your houseplants.
Why ladybirds are everywhere right now and how to deal with a swarm
These cheerful little bugs have been seen in record numbers this summer, but what does it mean?
I colour coded my wardrobe and it transformed how I dress – here's what I learnt
Shake up your style with this aesthetically pleasing organisation hack
How to keep your indoor plants safe from devilish bugs
Say goodbye to gnats, mites, worms and more—here’s how to stop pests in their tracks
From wine crates to hanger hacks, 5 unique storage ideas I used to tidy my fashionable clutter
These are the surprising hacks I used to tidy up my accessories and reclaim some organisation (and some wardrobe space)
I used toothpaste to clean my silver jewellery and was shocked at the results
Could this household essential be the secret dupe to silver polish?
‘I organised my shoe cupboard from hell – these are my tips for tackling yours’
From picking the perfect playlist to how to get your pumps smelling perfect, everything I did to clean up my act
8 surprising hacks for on-the-go stain emergencies
From WD40 to lemon juice, how to deal with spills when you're out and about
Flying Ant Day is coming: how to prepare your home for the airborne invasion
Everything you need to know about getting rid of the flying ants
From handbag resets to clutter baskets, 4 simple decluttering hacks that will transform your week
‘I tried out our household advice editor's favourite hacks’
How to remove 10 months of mould from your shower curtain in 45 minutes
‘I cleaned up my grubby shower curtain – here’s how you can too’
'I swapped my vacuum for a carpet scraper and I was disgusted by what it pulled up'
This handy £5 device has changed the way I clean my carpets for good
10 ways Good Housekeeping is surviving the heatwave
A comprehensive list of all the tips and tricks the GH team are using to stop from melting into a puddle
TikTokers are mopping their grubby ceilings out of desperation, but here’s what you should do instead
Drop the mop! It could cause serious damage to your walls and ceilings
From the onion method to WD40 on your trainers, the summer cleaning jobs to get out of the way now
Our household advice writer shares surprising and simple cleaning hacks to help you and your home get summer-ready
Why you should never put your swimwear in the washing machine and what to do instead
How to deal with the bikini bacteria
