As the Homes Content Editor, Cynthia Lawrence covers all things homes, interior decorating, and garden-related. She has a wealth of editorial experience testing the latest, ‘must-have’ home appliances, writing buying guides and the handy ‘how to’ features.
Her work has been published in various titles including, T3, Top Ten Reviews, Ideal Home, Real Homes, Livingetc. and House Beautiful, amongst many.
With a rather unhealthy obsession for all things homes and interiors, she also has an interior design blog for style inspiration and savvy storage solutions (get rid of that clutter!). When she’s not testing cool products, she’ll be searching online for more decor ideas to spruce up her family home or looking for a great bargain!
Latest articles by Cynthia Lawrence

Why does my robot vacuum keep getting stuck? 5 simple ways to fix it
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Does your robot vacuum keep getting stuck? These could be the reasons why and top tips on how to fix it.

Forget mosquitoes, this pest's bites are actually worse according to the experts
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Just when you thought mosquitoes are a nightmare, there are worse pest bites you’ll need to look out for this summer.

IKEA’s revamped picture ledge is now half price — and its perfect for college dorms
By Cynthia Lawrence published
IKEA’s just revamped its iconic picture ledge that also doubles up as a storage gem — and it’s now only $5.

Why is my upstairs always hot even with AC on? Experts reveal why and how to fix it
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Wondering why your upstairs is always hot even with the AC on? We ask the HVAC experts for their top tips.

Joanna Gaines just dropped new luxe bedding in time for fall — 3 things I'm buying to keep cozy
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Joanna Gaines launches new luxe velvet bedding to keep you warm and toasty once those chilly evenings hit.

I bought my son this new Air Up water tumbler for school — and he won’t leave home without it
By Cynthia Lawrence published
This new air up water tumbler has solved my biggest problem — and it’s perfect for back to school.

This one simple task can keep your solar lights shining brighter for longer
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If your solar lights are not shining bright enough, all you need to do is this one simple trick to make them last this summer.

Going on vacation? Do these 3 things to protect your lawn before you leave
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Expert shares tips on how to keep your yard healthy while on vacation — and stop your plants from completely dying.

IKEA just dropped its new food storage collection — 3 items I’ll be buying
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Give your pantry an upgrade with IKEA’s stylish food storage collection to make meal prep a breeze.

Best solar lights in 2025
By Camilla Sharman last updated
Light up your backyard when the sun goes down with the best solar lights.

Best Buy just teamed up with IKEA to launch 'Planning Centers' for home projects — here's the full list of locations
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Best Buy and IKEA team up to handle the one thing we hate most about home renovation projects.

5 space-saving tips to double your dorm room size
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you have a teenager at home getting ready to leave for college, chances are, they’ll probably have more stuff than dorm space.

Expert reveals why wasps are swarming your yard — and 3 ways to prevent them
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you’re wondering why wasps keep invading your backyard, these might be the reasons why.

Is it ok to squish mosquitoes? I asked the pest control experts, and the answer might surprise you
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Do you ever worry about squishing mosquitoes? We ask the experts what will happen if you do.

The 6 best desks in 2025
By Adam Schram last updated
Work in comfort and style with the best desks to suit every lifestyle, home and budget.

IKEA’s new $14 storage gem will double your space — and it’s perfect for dorm rooms
By Cynthia Lawrence published
This affordable, space-saving storage tool from IKEA will make any small dorm room look bigger.

Expert reveals the one bathroom item that will quickly drive ants away from your home
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Got ants? An expert says this one natural ingredient will prevent ants from invading your home this summer.

I tried this advanced water filter to test how ‘unclean’ my tap water is — and the results surprised me
By Cynthia Lawrence published
I tried this advanced water filter to test how ‘unclean’ my tap water is — here’s what happened.

Experts urge homeowners to sprinkle mint in their yards this summer — here's why
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Experts recommend sprinkling dried mint in your yard to deter this common summer pest.

Expert shares 3 reasons you should scratch a bar of soap before gardening this weekend, and it makes total sense
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
Expert solves the one thing we all hate about gardening with this simple trick using a bar of soap.

The best Roombas in 2025
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
If you're after the best Roomba to handle all your cleaning needs, here are our top picks.

Avoid this common decluttering hack — experts warn it's a 'recipe for overwhelm'
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Storage expert reveals the popular decluttering hack that can actually do more harm than good.

We spent 500 hours testing robot mops and these are the only ones worth buying
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
Don't ditch your mop and bucket just yet unless it's for these top robot mops.
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