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

The best dehumidifiers in 2025: tested and rated
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Keep mold and mildew at bay with the best dehumidifiers, tested by a tech expert with a very damp basement.

Looking for IKEA deals this Black Friday? I've selected 7 deals with up to 50% off
By Cynthia Lawrence published
IKEA doesn't do Black Friday, but there's up to 50% off these editor-approved deals right now.

I host every holiday season, and these 5 IKEA essentials make it so much easier
By Cynthia Lawrence published
These IKEA essentials are your key to impressive, stress-free holiday entertaining.

Forget salt — this one natural item is the key to de-icing your patio
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Baking soda can help de-ice your patio without chemicals. Here's how to use it.

Keurig Black Friday deals are officially here — save up to 54% right now
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you’re after a great Keurig coffee maker to handle your espresso needs, don’t miss out on these great deals for Black Friday.

Beat the chill with these 5 Black Friday space heater deals, up to 40% off
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Save almost 40% off these top-rated space heaters for Black Friday, and keep toasty all winter.

Best space heaters in 2025 — expert tested and rated
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
We tested a range of space heaters to see which are best for keeping you warm all year round.

IKEA announces new collection that transforms lighting and speakers into colorful statement pieces
By Cynthia Lawrence published
You'll no longer need to hide your speakers—IKEA and Teklan’s new line is made to be shown off.

This organizer is the only way I store bedsheets — and I'm adding it to my Black Friday cart now for just $27
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Say goodbye to tangled sheets — this bed sheet organizer has dropped in price for Black Friday.

I tested the upgraded Shark TurboBlade Cool + Heat — and it’s a winter essential
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Move over Dyson — if you’re after an attractive, 2-in-1 heater and fan, the SharkTurboBlade Cool + Heat is a real contender.

This $15 item solved my cabinet clutter — and it's a game-changer for small kitchens
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you want to instantly double your kitchen cabinets, this clever space-saving item will do the trick.

Can your humidifier be the secret to beating the winter chill? I asked the experts
By Cynthia Lawrence published
How can I use my humidifier to help keep my home warm this winter? I asked the experts to find out.

Act fast — the top-rated Ninja Creami has crashed in price in time for Black Friday
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
Our favorite Ninja Creami ice cream maker has just dropped in price ahead of Black Friday — but you’d better hurry.

This $9 water absorbing stone tray is my favorite kitchen buy — here’s why
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
I was skeptical at first but this water-absorbing stone tray is my new favorite kitchen hack.

My favorite home storage solutions are on sale for Black Friday — 6 deals to double your space, starting at $11
By Cynthia Lawrence published
These home storage deals have just crashed in price for Black Friday — here’s what I’ll be picking up for under $40.

Black Friday came early — 5 top Dyson vacuum cleaner deals I’d pick up right now
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you’re after a top Dyson cleaner, here are some early Black Friday deals I would snap up right now.

3 things in your kitchen you can add to mop water for fresh-smelling floors — and one is a real surprise
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Upgrade your usual mop detergent — these additions to your water will ensure you have fresh-smelling floors.

This 26-piece Walmart organizer bin set just crashed to $13 — here’s why I’ll be picking one up
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
This 26-piece Walmart organizer bin set just crashed to $13 — here’s why I’ll be picking one up right now.

I tried this $29 stackable organizer and it instantly doubled my shoe storage space
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
If you’re constantly dealing with a shoe pile-up, this handy organization tool may save the day (and space).

Is your neighbor's cluttered yard attracting rodents to your home? I asked the experts what to do
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
Is your neighbor's cluttered yard attracting rodents to your home? I asked the experts what to do — without falling out with them.

3 clever uses for your robot vacuum (besides cleaning) — according to a tech expert
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Not just for dust — a tech expert reveals creative uses for our robot vacuum around the home.

Hurry! Save up to 60% on our top robot vacuum deals ahead of Black Friday — on Roomba, Roborock, Shark and more
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Don’t wait for Black Friday — I’ve just found these best robot vacuum cleaner deals to snap up right now.

I fell for this common laundry myth, and you probably have too — here's the correct way to wash your whites
By Cynthia Lawrence published
I just found out I’ve been washing my white laundry all wrong — here’s why it's an outdated myth.
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