Jordan Blake
Editor-in-Chief
Jordan leads the Hearthnook editorial desk, covering how real homes function — small apartments, growing families, and everything in between.
Articles by Jordan Blake
Speakman Anystream Adjustable Shower Head: Our Top Bathroom Pick (2026 Review)
The shower head that actually fixes low water pressure — no plumber required. Rated 4.6★ by 3,846 reviewers.
Parachute Classic Turkish Bath Towels: Editor’s Choice Bathroom (2026 Review)
Hotel-soft towels that hold up to weekly laundering for years. Rated 4.2★ by 1,179 reviewers.
mDesign Hanging Steel Shower Caddy Review (2026): Best Bathroom Pick for Small Spaces
The renter-friendly shower caddy that holds bigger-than-travel-size shampoo. Rated 4.4★ by 226 reviewers.
Gorilla Grip Original Bath Mat Review (2026): The Best Budget Bathroom Buy
The bath mat that finally stays where you put it. Rated 4.1★ by 7,741 reviewers.
Philips Sonicare 9900 Prestige Electric Toothbrush Review (2026): Is It Worth the Splurge?
A dentist-recommended favorite among electric toothbrushes. Rated 4★ by 1,266 reviewers.
Casper Original Mattress (Queen) Review (2026): Best Value in Bedroom
The bed-in-a-box that started the category — and still holds up. Rated 4.3★ by 1,282 reviewers.
Brooklinen Classic Percale Sheet Set: Editor’s Choice Bedroom (2026 Review)
Percale sheets with a devoted following. Rated 3.9★ by 219 reviewers.
NICETOWN Thermal Blackout Curtains Review (2026): The Best Budget Bedroom Buy
The blackout curtains we recommend over much pricier options. Rated 4.6★ by 129,953 reviewers.
Hatch Restore 2 Sound Machine & Smart Light: A Hearthnook Staff Favorite (2026 Review)
A favorite for replacing the phone-as-alarm habit. Rated 4.3★ by 5,536 reviewers.
Lutron Caséta Smart Lighting Starter Kit: Our Top Living Room Pick (2026 Review)
The smart lighting system that doesn’t make you reset your router every Tuesday. Rated 4.7★ by 312 reviewers.
Sonos Era 100 Wireless Smart Speaker: Editor’s Choice Living Room (2026 Review)
The smart speaker that finally makes music sound like music again. Rated 4.5★ by 98 reviewers.
The 5 Best Bathroom Products We Recommend in 2026
Editor-tested bathroom picks for every budget — with live Amazon prices, real ratings, and who each one is best for.
The 4 Best Bedroom Products We Recommend in 2026
Editor-tested bedroom picks for every budget — with live Amazon prices, real ratings, and who each one is best for.
Best Bathroom Upgrades for Renters (2026)
Big-feel bathroom wins you can take with you. 5 editor-tested picks with live Amazon prices and real ratings.