Articles by Cynthia Lawrence, Content Editor, Homes

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!

Articles by: Cynthia Lawrence

11 surprising uses for eggshells in your home and garden

By Cynthia Lawrence published 27 March 23

Don’t throw out your eggshells! Here are some useful ways you could put them to good use around your home.

11 things you should never throw on the compost heap

By Cynthia Lawrence published 26 March 23

Before you throw kitchen or yard waste into the compost heap, be sure they’re not any of these things.

A mix of succulents on a table from a birds eye view, with one pot filled with soil

9 mistakes you make when repotting a plant

By Cynthia Lawrence published 25 March 23

If you’ve ever wondered why your houseplants never survive, you’re probably making these mistakes when repotting a plant.

7 ways to organize your wardrobe, according to experts

By Cynthia Lawrence published 23 March 23

When you have more clothes than closet space, here’s how to organize your wardrobe and keep it tidy.

Nearly 2 million YETI soft coolers and gear cases recalled — everything you need to know

By Cynthia Lawrence published 22 March 23

Customers are urged to stop using the popular YETI soft coolers and gear cases right now.

7 outdated vintage home trends to avoid, according to experts

By Cynthia Lawrence published 21 March 23

They may have been all the rage at one time, but these vintage home trends are best left in the past.

7 clever ways to decorate around a TV

By Cynthia Lawrence published 20 March 23

If your wide-screen TV is cramping your interior style, here’s how to hide your television to make it blend beautifully in any room.

7 things you should never, ever clean with water in your home

By Cynthia Lawrence last updated 19 March 23

Water is great for cleaning most things around the home — just not these. Find out what they are to avoid a disaster.

5 best spring cleaning hacks from a professional cleaner

By Cynthia Lawrence published 18 March 23

Cut your spring cleaning time in half with these clever hacks from a professional cleaner.

7 best plants to grow on a balcony

By Cynthia Lawrence published 16 March 23

Even if you don’t have a backyard or garden for homegrown plants, these are the best plants to grow on a balcony.

7 plants to create more privacy in your backyard

By Cynthia Lawrence published 14 March 23

If you want to relax in your backyard without prying eyes, these plants will help to create more privacy.

Here's the best time to aerate your lawn in spring

By Cynthia Lawrence published 12 March 23

If you want to keep your grass green all year round, make sure you aerate your lawn in spring.

mouse entering home through hole in the wall next to Daffodils

7 plants that keep mice and rats from invading your home

By Cynthia Lawrence published 12 March 23

If you’ve tried every repellent to keep rodents away, these popular plants may just do the trick.

7 hacks to make a small bedroom look bigger

By Cynthia Lawrence published 9 March 23

If you have a small bedroom, these clever space-saving hacks will double your size — without having to move.

7 surprising things you can clean with a Magic Eraser

By Cynthia Lawrence published 7 March 23

From polish to painted walls, here are some things you can clean with a Magic Eraser to save you time and elbow-grease.

An organised wardrobe filled with clothes and shoes

5 clever hacks professional organizers swear by

By Cynthia Lawrence published 5 March 23

Professional organizers use certain tips to declutter their own homes - and here's what they are

A selection of succulents in pots on a wooden surface

This one hack saved my succulent — and it takes seconds

By Cynthia Lawrence published 4 March 23

If you want your favorite succulents to thrive and last forever, this simple hack could well be the answer.

How to store your winter wardrobe

By Cynthia Lawrence published 3 March 23

When you’re putting away the woolly sweaters for springtime, follow these tips on how to store your winter wardrobe.

5 things you should never clean with a Magic Eraser

By Cynthia Lawrence published 1 March 23

These handy sponges are great for cleaning most things, just not for these. Find out what top things you should never clean with a Magic Eraser — ever.

Room covered in drop cloths for painting

7 common DIY mistakes you’re making right now

By Cynthia Lawrence published 26 February 23

If you enjoy taking on home improvement projects, avoid these DIY mistakes at all costs.

7 clever ways to make your backyard look bigger

By Cynthia Lawrence published 26 February 23

If you have a small backyard, these clever tips and tricks can make it look super-sized, and maximize your space.

5 ways to prepare your garden tools for spring

By Cynthia Lawrence published 25 February 23

You can’t have the best looking garden without the best tools. Here’s how to prepare your garden tools for spring and keep them in great shape.

9 space-saving ideas to organize shoes in your entryway

By Cynthia Lawrence published 24 February 23

If you have a pile of footwear by the front door, these savvy storage tips will organize shoes in your entryway in seconds.

Should you floss before or after brushing? Here’s what you need to know

By Cynthia Lawrence published 24 February 23

Have you been flossing your teeth in the wrong order? Find out if it’s better to floss before or after brushing.

7 space-saving hacks to organize kitchen cabinets

By Cynthia Lawrence published 21 February 23

If your kitchen cabinets are packed to capacity, follow these space-saving tips and double your space.

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