Expert luxury home buying guides
The best electric toothbrushes to give or buy in 2026, based on testing by WIRED, TechRadar and Consumer Reports: Philips Sonicare 4100 and 7100, Oral-B Pro 1000 and iO Series 10, Dyson CameraJet, Suri and Quip.
The best massage guns for 2026, based on testing by the Good Housekeeping Institute, Tom’s Guide and Men’s Health: Theragun Prime and Pro Plus, Hypervolt 3 Pro and Go 3, Ekrin, Renpho and Bob and Brad.
The best luxury hair dryers for 2026, based on Good Housekeeping Beauty Lab tests and Allure’s tester and stylist reviews: Dyson Supersonic and Nural, GHD Helios, L’Oréal AirLight Pro, T3, Shark, SRI and more.
The best freestanding bathtubs for 2026, chosen from HGTV, Better Homes & Gardens, The Spruce and Bob Vila: Signature Hardware Hibiscus, Victoria + Albert Terrassa, Kohler Stargaze and more.
The best steam shower systems for home in 2026: Mr. Steam, ThermaSol, Kohler, Steamist and Amerec compared on sizing, power, warranty, features and price.
The best hot tub brands for home in 2026: Hot Spring, Caldera, Master Spas, Bullfrog, Jacuzzi and Sundance compared on price ranges, warranties, build quality and trust.
Is a home sauna worth it? We break down purchase, installation and running costs, what the research supports, resale value and who gets the most from owning one.
Is a home cold plunge worth it? We break down purchase and running costs, the cost per session vs a studio membership, what the research actually shows, and who should buy.
Hot tub vs cold plunge: we compare price, running costs, space, upkeep, what the research says and who each suits, plus hot-and-cold tubs that do both.
Infrared vs traditional sauna: how they differ in temperature, session length, wiring, running costs and research, plus the best home saunas of each type from BHG’s testing.
The best luxury diffusers of 2026, compared from HGTV, InStyle, Wirecutter and WIRED testing: Vitruvi Stone, Vitruvi Air, Aera, Aera Mini and Pura, plus refill costs and pet safety.
The best heated towel racks and towel warmers of 2026, from Amba Jeeves and Warmrails to buckets, with Consumer Reports’ safety findings and install tips.
The best massage chairs of 2026 compared: Osaki Grand Duo, Panasonic Real Pro, Luraco i9 Max Plus, Kahuna, Synca CirC and Bodyfriend, with fit, track and warranty advice.
How the TOTO WASHLET S7A and C5 compare with the Kohler PureWash E930, Bio Bidet Discovery DLS, Brondell Swash 1400 and TUSHY Classic 3.0, plus fit and power advice.
Everything you need for a home spa: showers, towels, robes, saunas and cold plunges, with budget tiers and all our guides in one place.
The best luxury gifts for the home in 2026, from Dyson and Le Creuset to hotel robes and Diptyque candles, plus when to order for the holidays.
By Claire Whitmore. Updated October 2026. An infrared sauna is one of the few wellness purchases that actually earns its floor space, provided you use it. It plugs into the wall (usually a dedicated 120V circuit), warms up in well under an hour, and doesn’t need the ventilation or water hookups a traditional steam sauna…
The best luxury robes for 2026: Frette, Matouk Cairo, Parachute Cloud Cotton, Brooklinen Super-Plush and Dreamweave waffle, sorted by season and fabric.
The best luxury bath towels for 2026: Frontgate Resort, Matouk Milagro, Brooklinen Super-Plush and Parachute, with GSM, drying time and care advice.
Why Blue and White? Besides looking great, blue and white rooms tend to have a calming affect on the soul. Navy blue and white reminds me of sailing on the great open water. The color blue has been associated with some forms of meditation for many centuries. The contrast between the blue and white colors…
Lighting is one of the most important aspects of interior designing as it works to build the ambiance of the room, and enhances the aesthetics. A good light fixture doesn’t only add to the style of the room by shining a different light on the décor, it also makes the room seems safe and comfortable….
For the luxury home an indoor hot tub is an option that you will likely not regret adding. There a number of benefits to including a hot tub when you are designing your dream home. The most obvious benefit is the pure relaxation effect that you can get at the end of a stressful day. …
By Claire Whitmore. Last updated October 2026. Disclosure: LifetimeLuxury may earn a commission when you buy through links on this page, at no extra cost to you. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. See our affiliate disclosure. The shower curtain is often the largest piece of fabric in a bathroom, which means…
The luxury shower heads our editors would install in 2026: Kohler Statement, Moen Velocity, Hansgrohe Raindance and more, with flow, finish and fit advice.
Last updated October 2026. Disclosure: LifetimeLuxury may earn a commission when you buy through links on this page, at no extra cost to you. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. See our affiliate disclosure. These bathrooms are built around a view. For 2026 we’ve added the practical side: privacy, glazing and tubs….
Last updated October 2026. Disclosure: LifetimeLuxury may earn a commission when you buy through links on this page, at no extra cost to you. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. See our affiliate disclosure. Color is back in bathrooms. For 2026 we’ve added practical tips on paint, tile and finishes so a…
Last updated October 2026. Disclosure: LifetimeLuxury may earn a commission when you buy through links on this page, at no extra cost to you. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. See our affiliate disclosure. These classic bathrooms have aged well. For 2026 we’ve added a guide to the materials and fixtures that…
20 luxury Asian bathroom designs in photos, from Japanese and Chinese to Persian-inspired rooms, plus practical tips on soaking tubs, wood, stone and fixtures to get the look at home.