Latest articles by Cynthia Lawrence
Forget bleach — this one kitchen item will remove mold on silicone sealant instantly
Do you have unsightly mold in your bathroom? Here’s how to clean mold from silicone sealant with this one kitchen item (and it’s not bleach).
I’ve been encouraging mold in my shower with this one daily habit — here’s what I've been doing wrong
If you’ve spotted mold in your shower, you could be making this one daily mistake — here’s how to prevent it from getting out of hand.
Want to grill like a pro? A Michelin star chef reveals his secret to perfect grilling — and I've been doing it all wrong
Stop grilling all wrong — I asked a professional chef for his top tip that will transform your BBQ results.
Why gardeners are sprinkling grill ash on their plants (it's not as surprising as it sounds)
Forget fertilizer — this unexpected grill waste could give these popular plants a healthy boost and help them thrive all season.
I just spent $25 on a garden must-have that waters my plants naturally — saving me the effort
This $25 garden essential waters my plants naturally — without me having to lift a finger. So what exactly are Ollas?
What can I do if my neighbor's hedge is too high and blocking my light? I asked the experts
My neighbor’s hedge is too high and blocking out my light — I ask the experts what to do and what the best practices are.
Gardeners are being urged to use an overlooked kitchen scrap in their compost — and it’s not eggshells
Forget eggshells or coffee grounds — this is the one overlooked kitchen scrap you need to add to your compost right now.
Pests could enter your home through your packages — 3 tips to prevent unwanted roaches, beetles or ants
You can bring pests into your home through your delivery packages — here's what to check first to prevent an infestation.
Homeowners are being urged to follow ‘the kitchen sink rule’ to prevent ant infestations this summer
Expert shares ‘the kitchen sink rule’ you must do to prevent ants from invading your home this summer.
I just found this $24 plant stand in IKEA that instantly doubled my outdoor space
I just found this indoor IKEA wall-mounted plant stand that is perfect for tiny yards and patios — and it’s only $24.
Why are my spider plant leaves drooping? The quick 3-step checklist to get your plant standing tall again
Are your spider plant leaves dropping even with regular watering? Find out the reasons why and top tips on how to restore its lush appearance.
3 common grilling mistakes quietly ruining your backyard — and how to avoid them
Yard expert reveals the common grilling mistakes quietly ruining your backyard — and top tips to avoid them.
I just found this lesser-known gardening hack that could give your tomato plants a healthy boost — and it’s in your fridge right now
Want bigger tomatoes? This everyday kitchen item could give your tomato harvest a boost this summer.
Gardening experts reveal the only time vinegar actually kills weeds for good
Does vinegar really get rid of unsightly weeds? I asked gardening experts when it actually works, the best practices, and when it doesn’t.
Why are my spider plant leaves turning brown? — 4 steps to revive them again
Is your spider plant showing brown tips? Here's what this means, and how to restore its vibrant, lush green color.
3 cleaning chores you should never do after dark — here's why
Do you do your chores before bed? These late-night cleaning habits are secretly harming your household. Here’s why.
I just found the ultimate IKEA product that instantly fixed my cluttered glassware cabinet — and it’s only $5
Fed up with cramming glasses into your kitchen cabinet? This IKEA item is the perfect storage solution and has bought me space.
I just discovered the surprising kitchen spot that’s attracting ants — and it’s not your counters
Spotted ants invading your kitchen? You won't believe the surprising kitchen space luring ants to your home.
Homeowners warned over vinegar cleaning mistake that could cost up to $3,000 in kitchen repairs — and I’ve been doing this too
Are you making this costly kitchen cleaning mistake? Expert warns it could lead to $300,000 in repairs.
Gardeners being urged to add coffee grounds when watering hydrangeas in May to make them survive hot weather — here's how
Using this natural item in May to water your hydrangeas will make them thrive in hot, sunny weather.
Gardening experts reveal why you should stop watering your lawn every day this summer
Is it ok to water your lawn every day during the summer? Here’s what the gardening experts say.
I cut my grocery bill by switching to these 5 household Amazon brands — and I'm never going back
Forget expensive brands — I switched to these 5 generic Amazon items and saved a ton.
Your lighting might be costing you a fortune — but this one simple change can cut your electric bill significantly
This one simple change to your lighting can instantly cut energy costs — here’s what the experts say.
