
Cynthia Lawrence
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

Here's how long you can leave your wet laundry in the washer — it's shorter than you'd think
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Do you often have a damp pile of smelly laundry in your washing machine? Here’s how long you can leave wet clothes in the washer — before you’ll need to re-wash them.

I finally got rid of drain flies in my kitchen with this common herb
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you want to get rid of drain flies — without toxic chemicals, try this one aromatic herb to banish them for good.

I just found out these are the 5 appliances you should be unplugging after each use
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
If you want to save money on energy bills, these are the common appliances you need to unplug after each use.

5 ways to keep your lawn healthy and green — without wasting water
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you want to ensure lush, green grass all summer, check out these top tips — and save on your water bills

I test Dyson vacuum cleaners for a living — my top 5 hacks that makes them even better
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Want to get the most out of your Dyson cordless vacuum cleaner? Check out these top tips and tricks from our very own vacuum expert.

5 easy ways to use a power washer in your yard
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Before you host those outdoor gatherings, here are five ways you can use a power washer in your yard and get it looking fresh again.

Growing tomatoes? Expert reveals this one tip for getting a bountiful harvest
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you want to have fresh tomatoes all summer, this one gardening tip will ensure you have a much larger harvest to enjoy.

Joanna Gaines just launched her latest venture — and its perfect for spring
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Grow a garden like Joanna Gaines as she launches her own brand of favorite seeds — straight from her farm.

I just found out I’ve been emptying my vacuum canister all wrong — here’s how I should have been doing it
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Is your vacuum cleaner suddenly not sucking anything up? You might be guilty of making this common canister mistake — like me!

I finally tried the 5x5 speed cleaning method — and it really paid off
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you want to get your clean on in less time, you might want to try this 5x5 speed cleaning method — but you’re on the clock!

I tried the viral Scrub Daddy Damp Duster, and I'm never going back to using a cloth again
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Why is everybody talking about this Scrub Daddy Duster? I put it to the test to see if it really lives up to the hype.

5 top secret spring cleaning tips from the professionals — cut your time in half
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Professional cleaners share their quick spring cleaning secrets to make your house sparkle this season.

5 key things you forget to spring clean — but really should
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Before you give your home a spring refresh, don’t forget to deep clean these things that we often ignore!

I tried this popular IKEA storage item — and it instantly doubled my space
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you need more storage but don’t have the space, this is the popular IKEA storage item that can buy you more room.

58% of Americans make this common lawn mowing mistake — experts share how to do it right
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Before you start cutting your grass for the summer, be sure you’re not making this one common mowing mistake.

Forget chemicals — I banished spiders with this simple household ingredient
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you’re spotting more spiders in your home, I found the perfect repellent — and it’s a common household item that you’ll probably already have.

IKEA just dropped its new line of accessible home products — and it’s surprisingly stylish
By Cynthia Lawrence published
IKEA’s new BÄSINGEN accessibility line is set to make life easier for those with disabilities to get around the home.

IKEA's next big smart home upgrade just leaked — this could totally transform your house
By Cynthia Lawrence published
IKEA’s latest smart switch with Matter has just leaked, and it could really ramp up your smart home system.

Cleaning this one forgotten area could relieve your hay fever symptoms
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you’re suffering with allergies, this one forgotten area that you’re forgetting to clean could be making it worse.

Apple Home now supports select robot vacuums — here's the full list of compatible models
By Cynthia Lawrence published
These robot vacuums have just had new Matter software updates to now support Apple Home — find out if its yours.

How to clean a mattress and remove stubborn stains
By Diana Kelly Levey, Cynthia Lawrence, Rachael Penn last updated
Whether you're looking to deep clean your mattress or remove a stain, it's easy to get your bed squeaky clean with just a few household items.

Forget Dyson — Samsung launches 'world's most powerful' cordless stick vacuum — and this is the coolest feature
By Cynthia Lawrence published
The new Samsung Bespoke AI Jet Cordless Vacuum promises more power, battery life and connects to your phone to show incoming calls while you’re cleaning.

I finally tried the Dyson Car + Boat in my car — and it’s the ultimate handheld vacuum
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Dyson recently launched its latest Car + Boat handheld vacuum cleaner. But is it worth the hype? I finally put it to the test to find out.
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