Editorial Policy

Last Updated: November 10, 2025

Our Commitment

Bright Living Guide is dedicated to delivering practical, accurate, and accessible information about home organization, cleaning, and living well. This editorial policy outlines how we create, verify, and maintain our content to serve you better.

Editorial Team & Approach

Our editorial team focuses on delivering research-backed information over individual credentials. We believe the quality and verifiability of our content matters more than the letters after anyone’s name.

We prioritize:

Practical applicability over theoretical perfection
Evidence-based guidance over trendy organizing fads
Clear, accessible language over industry jargon
Honest transparency about our process and limitations

Content Creation Process

Every article on Bright Living Guide follows a six-step verification system:

1. Research

Before any article is written, we research the topic using authoritative sources:

Professional organizing bodies (NAPO – National Association of Productivity & Organizing Professionals, ICD – Institute for Challenging Disorganization)
Building science resources (EPA, Energy Star, ASHRAE – American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers)
Peer-reviewed research in environmental psychology, organizational behavior, and consumer science
Government resources (USDA, CDC, EPA) for health and safety information
Manufacturer guidelines and care instructions for product-specific advice

2. Content Development

Our team uses AI-assisted writing tools (primarily Google Gemini) for initial research, drafting, and formatting. We’re transparent about this because we believe you deserve to know how your information is created.

AI tools help us:

Synthesize large amounts of research efficiently
Maintain consistency in structure and tone
Generate multiple approaches to common problems
Format content clearly and accessibly

3. Fact Verification

Every article undergoes human editorial review before publication. We verify:

Organizing and cleaning advice against professional standards and current research
Product recommendations against user reviews, expert testing, and safety considerations
Home science information (air quality, energy efficiency, etc.) against building science standards
Safety precautions and warnings for cleaning products and methods
Mathematical calculations (storage capacity, cleaning solution ratios, etc.)

4. Plain Language Review

We review every piece of content to ensure:

Complex concepts are explained in everyday language
Technical terms are defined when first introduced
Instructions are clear, specific, and actionable
Content is accessible to readers of all experience levels

5. Source Citation

Articles include citations to authoritative organizations and resources. We link to:

Professional association guidelines
Government resources (EPA, Energy Star, etc.)
Academic research when relevant
Manufacturer care instructions
Industry standards and best practices

This allows readers to verify our information and dive deeper into topics of interest.

6. Regular Review & Updates

Home organization research, product availability, and best practices evolve. We review and update our content:

Seasonal content — Reviewed annually before each season
Product recommendations — Reviewed every 12 months
Evergreen guides — Reviewed every 12-18 months
Immediate corrections — Updated as soon as errors are discovered

Use of Artificial Intelligence

We use AI tools (primarily Google Gemini) for:

Research assistance and source gathering
Article drafting and content development
Formatting and structural organization
Generating alternative approaches to common problems

All AI-generated content undergoes human editorial review for:

Factual accuracy against authoritative sources
Practical applicability in real-world situations
Safety considerations and appropriate warnings
Clarity and accessibility of language
Logical flow and completeness

We believe AI is a powerful tool that helps us create content more efficiently, but human oversight remains essential to ensure quality, accuracy, and real-world usefulness.

Quality Standards

Every piece of content must meet these standards:

Accuracy

Information verified against professional standards and reputable sources
Products and methods tested or verified through reliable user feedback and expert testing
Safety warnings included where appropriate
Common misconceptions addressed and corrected

Practicality

Solutions designed for real homes with real constraints
Budget considerations included
Time requirements realistic for busy people
Alternative approaches for different situations

Accessibility

Clear, jargon-free language
Step-by-step instructions when relevant
Visual descriptions for readers who can’t see images
Mobile-friendly formatting

Completeness

Covers both the “how” and the “why”
Addresses common questions and challenges
Provides context for when advice applies (and when it doesn’t)
Includes troubleshooting tips

What We Cover

In Scope

Home organization systems and strategies
Cleaning methods and routines
Indoor air quality and home comfort
Storage solutions and space planning
Decluttering approaches
Sustainable and eco-friendly home practices
Budget-friendly home improvements
Small space living

Out of Scope

Major home construction or renovation (beyond basic improvements)
Licensed trades (electrical, plumbing, HVAC installation)
Clinical hoarding disorder (we encourage professional help)
Medical advice related to environmental sensitivities
Legal or financial advice related to home ownership

Product Recommendations

When we recommend products:

Recommendations based on research, expert testing, and verified user experiences
We consider multiple price points when relevant
We prioritize commonly available products over obscure specialty items
We disclose affiliate relationships (see below)

We do not:

Accept payment for product placement or positive reviews
Recommend products we haven’t thoroughly researched
Promote expensive solutions when budget alternatives exist

Corrections Policy

We take accuracy seriously. If we discover an error:

We correct it immediately
We add a dated correction note at the bottom of the article
For significant errors that could affect safety or major decisions, we may add a prominent notice at the top

Found an error? Please contact us at editorial@brightlivingguide.com

Transparency & Disclosures

Affiliate Relationships

Bright Living Guide may earn commission from purchases made through affiliate links in our articles. These commissions help support our content creation at no additional cost to you.

Our affiliate policy:

Affiliate relationships never influence our editorial recommendations
We only link to products we’ve researched and would recommend regardless of compensation
We include both affiliate and non-affiliate links in our content
We disclose affiliate relationships in our Editorial Policy (here) and may include additional disclosures in individual articles

Editorial Independence

Our editorial team maintains independence in:

Topic selection based on reader needs and trends
Research and fact-checking processes
Product recommendations and reviews
Content updates and corrections

Business relationships do not influence editorial decisions.

Reader Privacy

We respect your privacy. Information about how we collect, use, and protect your data is available in our Privacy Policy.

Contact & Feedback

Your input helps us improve. Contact us for:

Content corrections or concerns: editorial@brightlivingguide.com
General questions or feedback: contact@brightlivingguide.com
Privacy questions: See our Privacy Policy

About Our Organization

Bright Living Guide is operated by TechTonic Team, L.L.C-FZ, based in Dubai, UAE.

This editorial policy reflects our commitment to transparency, accuracy, and serving you—our readers—with practical, trustworthy information for creating homes that work.