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

This baking staple is the key to killing moss in your lawn this winter — here's why
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
Want to get rid of unsightly moss? Lawns will stay green if you sprinkle this common kitchen ingredient.

I've lost too many plants to cold weather — garden experts share 3 tips to help them survive the winter
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
If you want to protect your outdoor plants during winter, these essential tips will help to keep them alive.

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.

This one garden task will protect your plants from pests and diseases this fall — and you'll be surprised
By Cynthia Lawrence published
This surprising garden task will protect your plants from diseases and pests this fall — and we often don’t do it.

Should you prune roses in October? We ask the experts
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you want vibrant blooms all year round, find out from the experts if you should prune roses this season and how.

When to plant garlic — and why missing this date will affect your yield
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Do you love cooking with garlic? Experts reveal when is the best time to plant garlic — and you might be surprised.

KitchenAid's new Wildflower color is a game-changer — here's why I love it
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
Get your bake-off on! KitchenAid just dropped a new color for its iconic stand mixer — and it’s perfect for winter.

Want a green garden come spring? Expert tips to protect your lawn this winter
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
If you want to protect your lawn from freezing temperatures, follow these expert tips to keep your grass healthy.

5 surprising cleaning hacks you can do with a Swiffer sweeper
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Forget expensive cleaning tools, all you’ll need is a Swiffer sweeper— here are surprising things you didn’t know you could use it for.

Hurry! Save up to 50% on these top robot vacuum deals for Prime Day — Roborock, Roomba, Shark and more
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
Want hands-free cleaning? I test robot vacuums for a living and these top brands have just crashed in price for Prime Day.

Last chance to buy! This Roborock robot vacuum has just crashed in price for Prime Day
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you’re after a great Roborock deal to handle your floors, this is the robot vacuum deal I’d snap up now for Prime Day.

Cut cleaning chores in half with these 5 household essentials under $15 now on sale for Prime Day
By Cynthia Lawrence published
I write about cleaning hacks for a living and these are the household deals I’d recommend this Prime Day.

I write about home organization for a living and these are 5 storage items I use to keep my space clutter free
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Fed up of clutter? These handy storage items have just dropped in price for Prime Day — and all under $40.

Last chance to beat the tariffs! My favorite Dyson vacuum has crashed in price for Prime Day
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Save money on this Dyson upright deal for October Prime Day — and it might be the lowest price yet.

Want fresher air indoors? I’ve found the best Prime Day air purifier deals right now
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
Want fresher indoor air all year round? I’ve just found the best Prime Day air purifier deals right now.

Say goodbye to stains — Bissell’s Little Green carpet cleaner has just dropped in price for Prime Day
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Want to get rid of stubborn stains? This Bissell Little Green carpet cleaner is now on sale for Prime Day.

Experts reveal the hidden dangers of condensation — and tips to prevent them during colder months
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
Experts reveal the hidden risks of dampness and moisture and how to fix it during the colder months ahead.

Hurry! My favorite Dyson cordless vacuum cleaner has just crashed in price for Prime Day
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you’re after a great Dyson cordless cleaner without breaking the bank, this top Dyson V15 Detect cordless has dropped in price for Prime Day.

I tried this smart scent diffuser and I’m never going back to burning candles again
By Cynthia Lawrence published
I switched to a smart scent diffuser and it’s replaced my candles for good — here’s why.

Scared of hurting spiders? 3 ways to remove spiders without harming them, according to pest experts
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you’ve spotted eight-legged pests and don’t want to kill them, here’s how you can humanely evict them out of your home.

Shark’s new upright cordless vacuum has got the power and a breeze to handle
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Shark’s just launched its new powerful yet ‘lightest’ cordless upright cordless vacuum to make house chores a breeze.

My go-to De'Longhi espresso machine has just dropped in price ahead of Prime Day
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
My favorite De'Longhi espresso machine has just dropped in price ahead of Prime Day — but you’d better hurry.

5 IKEA finds for a barista-style coffee bar
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
Want to make the ultimate coffee station? Here are 5 IKEA picks to spruce up your mornings.
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