
Holly Cockburn
Holly, the former Features Editor of Top Ten Reviews, joined the team in May 2022. During her tenure, she was committed to creating practical and inspirational articles for the home. After spending three years in Birmingham studying everything from Chaucer to Mills and Boon, she began freelance writing for independent kitchen retailers. From here, she landed at Howdens, where she wrote product copy and editorial content surrounding kitchens and bathrooms. Holly has worked with many influencers to create aspirational home makeovers, as well as technical experts to form accurate guides. While tracking interior trends is her sweet spot, she also loves useful how-tos that help make the most of your space. Holly is dedicated to producing thorough features that help readers utilize their homes and gardens to their fullest potential. Whether finding the best home office storage hacks or keeping a finger on the pulse of all the seasonal garden tips, she wants Top Ten Reviews to be your go-to hub. When she's not searching for the best tips and tricks, Holly can be found reviewing her favorite literary fiction on Instagram. Alternatively, when words become too much, she loves finding aesthetically pleasing London brunch spots and lusting over period properties with drool-worthy floor-to-ceiling bookshelves.
Latest articles by Holly Cockburn

What do laundry symbols mean? Your complete guide
By Holly Cockburn last updated
Advice Discover how to read your care labels and wash your clothes accordingly for the best results.

How long does a dishwasher cycle run?
By Holly Cockburn last updated
Advice We've broken it down

How to keep your Christmas tree alive for longer this year
By Holly Cockburn last updated
HOW TO These simple tips will help to make your Christmas tree last throughout the whole holiday.

No power? Don't panic! Here's how long food can last in a fridge without power
By Holly Cockburn last updated
Advice Find out how long food can last in a fridge without power to save yourself from illness and rescue your produce.

5 scams to avoid this Amazon Prime Day
By Holly Cockburn last updated
Prime Day If you're planning on shopping with the retail giant over the two-day event, check out this advice on the scams to avoid this Amazon Prime Day.

Keep your coffee fresh — here's how to descale a Nespresso machine in 9 steps
By Holly Cockburn, Alexandra Pamias, Dan Fauzi published
HOW TO Learn how to descale a Nespresso machine for cleaner and better tasting coffee.

Time for a deep clean? Here's how to clean a Nespresso machine in 6 steps
By Holly Cockburn, Alexandra Pamias, Dan Fauzi published
HOW TO A step-by-step guide to clean your Nespresso Original or Vertuo coffee maker

These are the dirtiest spots around your home - and no, it's not just your toilet
By Holly Cockburn published
FEATURE The dirtiest spots around your home might surprise you - but here's how to make sure they're kept squeaky clean.

Is this the most energy efficient dishwasher? The Green Product Awards suggest so
By Holly Cockburn published
NEWS Looking to cut your energy usage? Miele's Green Product Awarded dishwasher might be the right choice.

How to clean a dryer
By Holly Cockburn published
HOW TO Make sure your dryer is in top condition with these tips on how to clean a dryer, including the lint trap and drum.

How to get rid of carpet beetles quickly and easily
By Hayley Francis last updated
HOW TO Exterminate pesky bugs quickly and protect your floors by learning how to get rid of carpet beetles.

How to sharpen lawn mower blades in 4 easy steps
By Naomi MacKay last updated
HOW TO Give your lawn mower the edge and your yard a professional touch by learning how to sharpen lawn mower blades.

Best water heaters
By Sophie Bird last updated
Buying guide Save yourself from worrying about your next hot shower with the best water heaters from A.O Smith, Rheem, and more.

Why is my washing machine making a loud noise?
By Holly Cockburn published
Advice Have you heard your washing machine making a loud noise? Here's what might be causing it, and how to fix it.

6 mistakes you should never make with your dishwasher
By Holly Cockburn published
Advice Are your dishes not cleaning properly? Here are the biggest dishwasher dos and don'ts you might be making.

How to organize a freezer in 10 easy steps
By Holly Cockburn published
HOW TO Make sure your food is kept organized and safe to eat by learning how to organize a freezer in 10 quick steps.

How to change the time on your oven
By Holly Cockburn published
HOW TO Keep your kitchen up to date by learning how to change the time on your oven - with advice from the biggest brands.

My messy drawers were stressing me out, so I tried the best clothes folding hacks
By Holly Cockburn published
Hack These clothes folding hacks for jeans, tops, sweaters, and underwear have transformed my drawers and cupboards.

How to clean a fridge
By Mollie Davies last updated
How to We've compiled a list of everything you need to know about how to clean a fridge, so that you can leave it sparkling clean.

I'm a skincare hoarder – so I tried 6 under the sink bathroom organization ideas
By Holly Cockburn published
FEATURE My drawers were messy and stressing me out, so I had to give these under the sink bathroom organization ideas a go.

My blocked drain grossed me out everyday, so I tried this clogged sink hack
By Holly Cockburn published
FEATURE This quick and easy clogged sink hack finally made the water in my kitchen sink drain again.

VacTidy Blitz V8 vacuum review
By Holly Cockburn published
Review Does the VacTidy Blitz V8 stand up to a carpet covered in long hair? I put it to the test to find out.

Dryer settings explained
By Holly Cockburn published
Advice It can be tricky to know which dryer settings work best, so we've debunked the myths to make laundry day a breeze.
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