Latest articles by Cynthia Lawrence
We spent over 800 hours testing the best air purifiers — here are our top 5
We tested a range of models to find the best air purifiers to suit every budget and room size.
How to safely store your robot lawn mower for the winter — expert tips
Winter is coming — here’s how you safely store your robot lawn mower until spring, according to an expert.
I tried this trick to banish kitchen odors using a popular herb — and it actually works
Could this popular herb be the secret trick to banishing kitchen smells? Here’s everything you need to know.
Say goodbye to clutter — the 'House Purse' organization trick is all you need
What is the viral 'house purse' organization hack? I decided to see what all the fuss is about.
IKEA’s new countertop organizer is a game-changer for small kitchens — and it’s just $7
IKEA’s new countertop organizer is perfect for keeping compact kitchens organized — here’s why I’ll be picking one up.
Hurry! Our top rated Shark robot vacuum and mop has just slashed $500 off ahead of Black Friday
If you’re after a top Shark robot and mop vacuum deal, this is the cleaner I’d snap up right now ahead of Prime Day.
3 surprising things breeding mold in your home — and why experts recommend decluttering as a fix
I had no idea these items of clutter can cause mold in my home — experts reveal why.
My neighbor's side of the fence is falling down — I ask the experts who should pay for repairs
My neighbor’s side of the fence is broken — so who pays for the repair? I asked the experts who’s in the right.
I thought $200 was way too expensive for a sensor mirror but it's absolutely worth it for my winter blues
Daylight saving has made me miss the sunlight, but this sensor mirror is a must-have this season.
IKEA just announced 21 smart home gadgets — here’s the ones I'm buying
IKEA just dropped new Matter compatible smart home products — and there are 21 to choose from.
Can you clean and reuse your air purifier filter? I asked the experts
If you’re tempted to clean and reuse your air purifier filter, read this first! Here’s what the experts have to say.
The best turkey fryers in 2025
If you're cooking up an outdoor feast, these are the best turkey deep fryers to suit every home, cooking need and budget.
Homeowners are being urged to put bananas in their yards this November — here's why
Why are people being urged to put bananas in their yard this winter? There’s a good reason.
No space for a festive tree? IKEA is selling these mini Christmas trees for just $20
No space for a festive tree? IKEA's selling these mini Christmas trees — and they’re just $20.
IKEA’s $17 dish rack is perfect for small kitchens — here’s why I’ll be picking one up
If you have a compact kitchen, IKEA’s dish drainer will instantly buy you more space — for less.
This simple trick may be the secret to banishing kitchen smells — and all you need is a glass of water and paper towel
Want to avoid coming back to a smelly kitchen after vacation?
My friend’s ‘set the stage’ decluttering rule has saved my kitchen
Fed up of messy clutter? I just found out about this ‘set the stage’ rule and my kitchen looks better for it.
Is it OK to cut my neighbors' overhanging bushes? I asked the experts to find out if I'm within my rights
Is it legal to trim your neighbors overgrown bushes in your yard? Here’s what the experts say.
Shark just upgraded our favorite robot vacuum with this heated technology, and I'm obsessed
Shark has dropped its upgraded robot vacuum with a heated feature for next-level hygiene.
I tried this mini vacuum cleaner that looks like a toy — here’s what happened
The HOTO 4-in-1 is a portable mini vacuum cleaner that's useful in both the car and around the home.
I’m never going to let fallen leaves pile on my car ever again — here’s why
Don’t procrastinate when it comes to removing fallen leaves from your car this fall
Kohler has just launched a $600 ‘poop’ camera for your toilet — yes, really
Would you want to know what’s inside your toilet? Kohler unveils its Dekoda $600 health camera to analyze your waste.
People are going crazy over this aluminum foil hack that cleans faucets — here's what happened when I tried it
I finally put this aluminum foil hack to the test to see if it could clean my faucets. Here’s what happened.
