Latest articles by Cynthia Lawrence
How to clean a mattress and remove stubborn stains
Whether you're looking to deep clean your mattress or remove a stain, it's easy to get your bed squeaky clean with just a few household items.
Forget Dyson — Samsung launches 'world's most powerful' cordless stick vacuum — and this is the coolest feature
The new Samsung Bespoke AI Jet Cordless Vacuum promises more power, battery life and connects to your phone to show incoming calls while you’re cleaning.
I finally tried the Dyson Car + Boat in my car — and it’s the ultimate handheld vacuum
Dyson recently launched its latest Car + Boat handheld vacuum cleaner. But is it worth the hype? I finally put it to the test to find out.
Are you allowed to prune your neighbor's tree? I asked the experts
Are your neighbor’s tree branches hanging into your backyard? We found the expert advice on whether you have the right to prune them.
I made this common cleaning mistake that ruined my sofa
If you ever need to remove an unsightly stain on your sofa, don’t make the same mistake our Homes editor did.
The best Roombas in 2025
Here’s our guide to the best Roombas we've tested, complete with performance and price breakdowns to help pick the right one for you.
Best cheap robot vacuums in 2025
These are the best cheap robot vacuums to clean your floors thoroughly without breaking the bank.
I test vacuums for a living — here are 5 robot vacuum deals I’d pick up in Amazon’s Spring Sale
Want hands-free cleaning? I’ve just spotted some great robot vacuum deals in Amazon’s Spring Deals right now.
5 clever ways to reuse your dehumidifier water around the home
If you’re wondering what to do with your old dehumidifier water, here are some great ideas to reuse it — and save wastage!
Hurry! This top Eufy robot vacuum mop is nearly 50% off for Amazon's Spring Sale
Clean up smart with this Eufy robot vacuum and mop deal that has just crashed in price for Amazon’s Spring Sale.
My favorite Shark wet and dry vacuum just crashed in price for Amazon’s Big Spring Sale
Snap up this incredible Shark HydroVac MessMaster floor cleaner deal to make spring cleaning a breeze.
Which Shark robot vacuum should I buy? How to pick the best model for your needs and budget
Shark has upped the cleaning game with its robot vacuums, but which one should you buy?
Hurry! Our favorite cheap robot vacuum is more than 25% off right now ahead of Amazon's Big Spring Sale
Our top-rated budget iLife V3s Pro robot vacuum has just dropped in price — but you’d better be quick.
This viral TikTok hack can totally ruin your floors — don't try it at home
This trending TikTok hack can do more harm than good — here’s why a flooring expert believes it should be “banned.”
IKEA just dropped its colorful new spring collection — 3 items I’ll be buying
If you want to give your home a fresh update, check out IKEA’s new spring collection.
Martha Stewart’s new gardening collection is perfect for spring — 3 must-haves I'm adding to my basket
Martha Stewart’s new gardening collection will upgrade your outdoor style just in time for spring.
Miele has launched its first vacuum cleaner with Wi-Fi — and it’s a game changer
Miele’s new smart vacuum cleaner comes with an App to tell you when your bag needs replacing
I tried this DIY vacuum cleaning hack — and it solved one of my biggest problems
I found this clever vacuum cleaning tool hack on Pinterest — it's a game-changer.
iRobot launches 8 new Roombas — but warns investors it's in trouble
iRobot Roomba warn their investors of financial trouble, a day after announcing their most advanced robot vacuum cleaners yet.
Dyson just launched its new high-tech air purifier — right in time for allergy season
Don’t let allergies ruin your sleep. Dyson’s new and improved Purifier Cool PC1 (TP11 can help you beat allergy season and have a better night’s sleep.
How to get rid of bleach smell in your home — 5 quick tips to do now
If you can’t stand the lingering bleach odor, check out these quick and easy ways to get rid of the smell.
Best robot vacuums for pet hair in 2025
Keep your floors spotless with the best robot vacuums for picking up pet hair.
What size air purifier do you need? We ask the experts
If you’re buying an air purifier and confused about what size you need, here’s what the experts say.
