Latest articles by Cynthia Lawrence
Not vinegar — I just discovered an unusual hack to get rid of hard water stains on glass, and I can't wait to try it
Struggling to get your glass spotless? Blast away hard water stains with this unusual DIY recipe.
IKEA will celebrate 40th anniversary with '40 weeks of deals' — here's the best early sales now
IKEA is set to roll out 40 weeks of incredible deals to celebrate its 40th anniversary. Here’s all you need to know.
I asked an expert what the ‘burping' home trend is all about, and it makes more sense than you think
This may sound unpleasant, but here’s why you should start “burping” your home, according to an expert.
The one kitchen spot you're always forgetting to clean (and it's dirtier than you think)
If you think you’ve got your cleaning game covered, you might be forgetting about this grimiest spot in the kitchen — and you’ll be surprised.
Why are gardeners being urged to leave two specific fruits on the lawn this fall? And it’s not as strange as it sounds
Here’s why gardeners should leave two fruits in the lawn and on bird tables this season — and it’s for this important reason.
Eureka's J15 Pro Ultra has solved my biggest problem with robot vacuums, here's 3 things I liked and 1 thing I didn't
I tried the Eureka J15 Pro Ultra robot vacuum and it solved my biggest problem I’ve always had with hair pick-up.
I asked appliance experts whether AC or dehumidifiers are better for reducing humidity — here’s what they recommend
Is it better to use a dehumidifier or an air conditioner to reduce humidity? Here’s what the experts say.
Why are my dishes still dirty after running the dishwasher? Here’s what the appliance experts say, and how to fix it
Do your plates or cookware often come out unclean after a dishwasher cycle? Experts explain the common reasons why.
I asked appliance experts why my robot mop leaves streaks on my floor — here's what I've been doing wrong
Does your robot mop leave streaks after cleaning? Here are our top tips for getting the most out of it without creating more work.
Why are slugs and snails invading my yard? Here’s what a pest expert recommends to stop them
I asked a pest expert what I need to do to prevent slugs in my yard this fall — here are some top tips to do for fall.
I've just found out I've been making this big mistake when using cleaning sprays
Are you making this one big mistake when using cleaning sprays? There's a strong chance.
The new Dyson Piston Animal just solved my biggest gripe with Dyson cordless cleaners — 3 things I liked and 1 I didn't
I tried the new Dyson V16 Piston Animal cordless, and it solved the one gripe many Dyson users have been complaining about.
Pest experts say boiling lemon peel this fall can deter spiders in your home — here's why
Hate the sight of spiders in your home? Keep them away with this clever lemon peel hack.
People are being urged to put this one plant in the bathroom to avoid mold this fall — here's why
Want to avoid mold in your bathroom? Experts swear by this one popular plant to keep mold and mildew at bay.
Your AC could be making you sick — experts reveal what you're doing wrong
Do you always have a stuffy nose or headaches indoors? Your AC could be the culprit. Here’s what the experts say and how to avoid AC 'sickness'.
I asked pest experts what I need to buy to prevent mice in my home — here’s what they recommend
Don’t let your home be a welcoming haven for mice this season. Here are the products that pest experts recommend we buy right now.
Expert reveals the one yard furniture mistake that could be attracting termites
The yard mistake you're making that attracts termites and how to fix it, according to an expert.
People are being urged to put cotton wool on their windowsills this month — here's why
Spotted spiders in your home? Get rid of these eight-legged pests with this clever, cotton wool trick.
Expert reveals this 5-step routine for unpacking after vacation
Don’t delay the inevitable task of unpacking with these expert tips to turn post-vacation chaos into calm.
This yard rake makes my gardening chores a breeze thanks to a clever feature — and it’s on sale for fall
My favorite yard rake does all the back-breaking work for me — and it’s now only $24 in time for fall.
IKEA’s new $30 table will double your space — thanks to this clever feature
This affordable, space-saving table from IKEA will make any room look bigger — and it’s only $30.
Tired of stubborn mold? This easy shower cleaning trick will prevent it for good
If you’ve spotted mold in the bathroom, this quick shower cleaning trick will prevent it for good — and it only takes seconds.
