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Erin Schwartz

Erin Schwartz

Staff Writer

Home decor and practical styling writer. Erin covers the applied side of decorating — how pieces work in real rooms, what fits small apartments, and which trends survive past a season. References Apartment Therapy and Wirecutter coverage alongside manufacturer specs.

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Articles by Erin Schwartz

1549 articles published

Best Bathroom Wall Sconce Picks for 2026

Best Bathroom Wall Sconce Picks for 2026

A bathroom wall sconce has to do more than look polished beside a mirror. It needs the right finish, shade shape, bulb access, and wall clearance for damp…

Erin Schwartz Aug 28, 2026
Best Outdoor Patio Shades for 2026

Best Outdoor Patio Shades for 2026

West-facing patios hit 100°F+ by mid-afternoon, and a good roll-up shade cuts that glare without sealing off the breeze.

Erin Schwartz Aug 28, 2026
Best String Lights for Patio 2026

Best String Lights for Patio 2026

Patio lighting fails in boring ways: cracked bulbs, weak clips, flicker, water intrusion, and cords that don't span the pergola.

Erin Schwartz Aug 28, 2026