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
9 tips to revive dead grass and make your lawn green again
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
Is your lawn looking worse for wear from the summer? We’ve found 9 tips to revive it.
5 ways to dry out a room without a dehumidifier — and reduce dampness
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Here’s how to dry out a room without a dehumidifier
I tried this easy hack to remove sofa stains — and it actually worked
By Cynthia Lawrence published
This easy hack instantly removed my sofa stain — and it didn’t even involve water.
The best patio heaters in 2024
By Cynthia Lawrence, TJ Fink last updated
The best patio heaters will keep you warm and toasty outdoors when the sun goes down.
Is it safe to use a space heater at night? Here’s what the experts say
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Are space heaters safe to leave on overnight?
5 expert tips to keep your carpets looking brand new
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Bring your carpets back to life with these expert tips
Best vacuum cleaners 2024: 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.
5 unusual ways you can use cinnamon around your home — and you'll be surprised
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
You might use this to spice up your recipes, but did you know there are clever ways you can use cinnamon around your home? Find out what these are.
Why has my vacuum cleaner lost suction? — experts explain possible causes, and what you need to do
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Does your vacuum cleaner suck?
Does one mouse mean that you have an infestation? We ask the pest experts
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
Spotted a mouse and worried there may be more in your home? We ask the pest experts if one mouse means you have an infestation on your hands.
Hurry! This Shark Clean & Empty Cordless cleaner has crashed in price for Prime Day
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you’re looking for a great cordless vacuum, Prime Day has just dropped the price on our favorite Shark vacuum cleaner — you’d better act fast!
Breathe easy — 5 best air purifier deals I’d buy for Prime Day right now
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you want to instantly improve the air quality in your home, save up to 50% off these top air purifiers for Prime Day.
Hurry! Keurig has slashed its prices for October Prime Day — 5 deals I’d scoop up 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 Prime Day deals.
Suck it, inflation! 5 Dyson vacuums I’d buy right now for October Prime Day
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you’re on the market for a top Dyson vacuum cleaner, here are some great Prime Day deals I would snap up right now.
I love home design — 5 solar light deals I’d buy right now for Prime Day from just $24
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you want to instantly elevate your backyard this season as the nights grow longer for winter, these top solar light deals from Amazon are worth looking at.
Hurry! Our favorite Shark vacuum just crashed to all-time low price for Prime Day
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you want to upgrade your cleaning routine, Prime Day has just dropped the price on our favorite Shark vacuum cleaner — but you’d better be quick!
I test vacuums for a living — 5 Shark vacuum cleaner deals I’d buy for Prime Day
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you’re on the hunt for a top Shark vacuum cleaner, these are the best Shark deals I’d sweep up right now for Prime Day.
Shark Clean & Empty Cordless Vacuum Cleaner review: light as a feather
By Cynthia Lawrence published
The Shark Clean & Empty Cordless Stick Vacuum is an impressive vacuum cleaner that comes with handy features. Plus, it’s super light to zip around your home and even self-empties.
Dyson V15s Detect Submarine vs. Dyson WashG1 — which wet cleaner is right for you?
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you’re after a Dyson wet and dry floor cleaner, we put the Dyson Submarine and Dyson WashG1 cleaner to the test to find out which comes up tops.
How to clean a clear phone case and make it look brand new
By Katie Mortram, Cynthia Lawrence, Kaycee Hill last updated
If your phone case is looking grimy, here's how to clean a clear phone case and remove unsightly stains.
This is the one mistake that can damage your vacuum cleaner — and you're probably making it
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you want to get the most out of your vacuum cleaner, be sure to never make this mistake — ever again.
I banished spiders with this $3 cleaning hack — and it actually worked
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Spider season is here, but this simple, cleaning trick can keep spiders away from your home for good.
This one small gadget doubled my kitchen cabinet space in seconds
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you have an abundance of coffee cups and mugs, this small organizing tool is a kitchen cabinet game-changer.
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