Latest articles by Cynthia Lawrence
Forget Dyson — Shark’s new upright cordless vacuum promises double power at a fraction of the cost
Shark’s just launched its new powerful yet ‘lightest’ cordless upright cordless vacuum to make house chores a breeze.
5 IKEA finds for a barista-style coffee bar
Want to make the ultimate coffee station? Here are 5 IKEA picks to spruce up your mornings.
The best Roombas in 2025
If you're after the best Roomba to handle all your cleaning needs, here are our top picks.
I just got a first look at Dreame's latest robot vacuum — at it solves everyone's biggest issue with robot mops
Dreame just unveiled its latest Matrix10 Ultra robot vacuum that can change its own mop pads to suit the floor types — and it's a game-changer.
Gardening expert warns this one lawn mistake can invite pests and diseases in October
Avoid this one lawncare mistake to prevent pests and diseases this season — and it’s so simple.
Gardeners urged to spray patios and paths with vinegar until November — and it’s not as strange as it sounds
Spotted more spiders around your home? Try this expert-approved, homemade pest repellent. But you'll need to do this by November!
Cockroaches will come to your home if this dirty item in your kitchen isn’t cleaned regularly — and it often gets forgotten
This is the one cleaning task we often forget to do that will prevent cockroaches in your home.
I finally tried the 'one-minute tidy' rule in my home — and it makes chores a breeze
Can the "one-minute" rule be a game changer in your housework routine? I put it to the test to find out.
Do mice like cheese? Pest experts debunk 3 common myths about having a mouse in your home
I asked pest experts whether the common myths about having mice in your home are true — and you might be surprised.
Can Dyson’s Spot+Scrub finally conquer its robot vacuum flaws? Here's why I think it might
Is Dyson's new robot vacuum the solution we've finally been waiting for? Here’s what’s different about the Dyson Spot+Scrub Ai.
I got rid of limescale in seconds using these two kitchen staples — and it's a game-changer
If you’re looking for a quick, fuss-free way to get rid of limescale, this household solution worked for me.
Smart plugs are amazing but you should never connect these 3 devices to one — here's why according to the experts
Experts reveal why you should never connect these common appliances to a smart plug, and the best practice.
I asked pest experts if it's ever ok to squash spiders in your home — here's what they say
Fed up of eight-legged crawlies? Pest experts warn you should never (ever) squash spiders in your home.
IKEA just dropped '40 weeks of deals' for its 40th anniversary — here's what I'm shopping right now
IKEA is set to roll out 40 weeks of incredible deals to celebrate its 40th anniversary. Here’s all you need to know.
This $12 gadget from IKEA has just solved my dark hallway problem
I’ve just discovered IKEA’s clever gadget that has solved my hallway problems this fall.
SwitchBot has just upgraded its popular mini robot vacuum, and now it comes with double the power for awkward spaces
SwitchBot has just upgraded its popular mini robot vacuum, and it now comes with double the power — perfect for small homes.
What's the best way to get rid of a mouse you trapped? I asked pest experts for their advice
Caught a mouse in your home? Here’s how to safely dispose of a mouse in either a snap trap or inside live traps.
The ultimate guide to shared fences: Is it okay to paint your side of your neighbor's fence? — Here’s what the experts say
Can you paint your side of your neighbor's fence? Here's what the experts say to avoid a neighborhood war.
I test all the latest vacuum cleaners — here's why this affordable cordless cleaner is still my favorite
Forget Dyson — this is the one vacuum cleaner I keep going back to for cleaning my home.
Dyson is set to launch new auto-empty docks — here's why it will solve my biggest problem with stick vacuums
Dyson's set to launch this game-changing feature for stick vacuums — here’s why I’m so excited.
I asked appliance experts the age old question, which cleans better: cordless or corded vacuums? Here's what they recommend
Is it better to use a corded or cordless vacuum cleaner on your floors? I ask a produce expert.
IKEA just dropped a luxe light, and it looks way more expensive — here’s why I’ll be picking one up
If you want to instantly spruce up your home for fall, IKEA’s new light will add a touch of glamor for less.
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.
