
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

Pest experts warn you should never squash ants in your home — here’s why
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Got an ant problem? Here’s why you should never squash ants in your home — and you’ll be surprised.

This one natural ingredient will revive scorched grass and make your lawn green again this summer
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Brown lawns will turn green again with this one ‘lifesaver’ natural ingredient — and it won’t even cost you anything.

We spent over 800 hours testing the best air purifiers — here are our top 6
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
We tested a range of models to find the best air purifiers to suit every budget and room size.

Experts share 4 quick tips to clean a grill — without the mess
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you find the task of cleaning a grill time-consuming, check out these top hacks for quickly cleaning a grill — from the pros.

3 best air purifying flowers to help clean indoor air — and they’re NASA-approved
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you want a simple way of cleaning your indoor air, these popular flowers might do the trick, according to experts.

Why you should be leaving grass clippings on your lawn after mowing — you’ll be surprised
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Don’t know what to do with your grass clippings? Here’s why you should just leave it on your lawn after mowing.

Why is my induction cooktop beeping? Experts share 3 reasons why
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Wondering why your induction cooktop keeps beeping? Here are some possible reasons why.

5 natural ways to stop ant hills ruining your yard this summer
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Spotted unsightly ant hills in your yard? Check out these top tips to stop them from completely ruining your yard this summer.

Best vacuum cleaners 2025: Top picks for spotless floors
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
Clean up smart with one of the best vacuum cleaners to keep your floors spotless.

3 lawn care mistakes silently killing your grass this summer — and how to avoid them
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you want lush green grass all summer, avoid these common lawn care mistakes that are ruining your lawn right now

I tried this weird bathroom hack to clean my faucets — here’s what happened
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you’re after a quick hack to get your chrome faucets clean and sparkling, expert reveals this tasty condiment might do the trick.

This $20 gadget can prevent you from killing your houseplants
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Are your plants dying despite being watered? This handy device could help you save or revive your precious houseplants.

Don't throw out your Amazon boxes! This money-saving gardening hack is an absolute game changer
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Gardening expert reveals a clever hack that will put your old cardboard delivery boxes to good use — and save you money.

3 common places you should never grow tomatoes, according to experts
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Tomato plants not thriving? Find out where you should never grow tomatoes and how to get the best yield.

5 things I wish I knew before buying solar lights
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Solar lighting can really spruce up your outdoor spaces, but here are key things to consider before buying solar lights.

Gardeners urged to pour dish soap on lawns this summer — and it's not as crazy as it sounds
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Want green grass in your yard all summer? Lawns will stay lush if you pour this common cleaning liquid on it — here’s why.

This $3 bathroom item is a surprising way to improve your tomato plants according to experts — here's why
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Growing tomatoes? Experts say all you need is this one common bathroom staple to make them plump and tastier.

Why are people freezing laundry detergent? Experts say this viral hack is a bad idea
By Cynthia Lawrence published
This frozen laundry detergent hack has gone viral — but here’s why experts are warning against it.

5 common places spiders love to hide in your home
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you’ve spotted eight-legged pests in your home recently, you might want to check out these top places where spiders might be hiding.

Expert warns against this common grilling mistake that could seriously damage your windows
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Before you host summer barbecues beware of this one grilling mistake that could damage your windows.

Best cheap robot vacuums in 2025
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
These are the best cheap robot vacuums to clean your floors thoroughly without breaking the bank.

Why has my Dyson vacuum stopped working? 5 reasons why and how to fix them
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If your trusted Dyson vacuum cleaner is suddenly not working as well as it should, these could be the reasons why.

Keep rats and mice away from your home with this simple $1 item
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Want to keep rats and mice out of your home? Expert says all you need is this cheap and easy item.
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