Articles by Cynthia Lawrence, Content Editor, Homes

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!

Articles by: Cynthia Lawrence

A Golden Retriever sitting on a sofa as someone vacuums the hardwood floor in front of it

Best vacuum cleaners 2023: Top picks for spotless floors

By Cynthia Lawrence, Meghan McDonough last updated 3 March 23

Keep your floors spotless with one of the best vacuum cleaners to suit every home, lifestyle and budget.

Amazon Echo Show 10 just hit lowest price ever in Black Friday deal

By Cynthia Lawrence published 1 November 22

Save $80 now on this great Amazon Echo Show 10 deal.

When is the best time to turn the heat on? What the experts say

By Cynthia Lawrence published 1 November 22

With the cost of energy rising, find out when is the best time to turn your thermostat up and cut down your heating bills this winter.

This top Roomba just crashed to $179 in early Black Friday deal

By Cynthia Lawrence published 31 October 22

Amazon has just slashed almost $100 off this iRobot Rooba robot vacuum in this killer deal

Air fryer vs oven — which is cheaper to use?

By Cynthia Lawrence published 28 October 22

Looking to save on electricity bills? Find out if an air fryer can really save you money than an oven.

Best gifts for new homeowners 2023

By Cynthia Lawrence last updated 9 March 23

Looking for the perfect housewarming gift? Check out our guide for best gifts for new homeowners for every lifestyle and budget.

Best Instant Pot in 2023

By Cynthia Lawrence, Julie Hartigan last updated 15 March 23

Rustle up tasty meals with the best Instant Pot to suit your home, lifestyle, and budget.

The best weighted blankets in 2022: A woman with blonde hair sits on her bed wrapped in a Luna Adult Weighted Blanket

The best weighted blankets in 2023

By Cynthia Lawrence, Grace Franks last updated 14 March 23

These are the best weighted blankets to suit all bedtime routines and budgets.

Best cutting boards in 2023: Tested and rated

By Cynthia Lawrence last updated 7 March 23

Prep meals like a pro with the best cutting boards to make mealtimes a breeze.

How to clean sneakers in 4 easy steps

By Cynthia Lawrence published 23 October 22

Get your kicks looking brand new again with these top tips on how to clean sneakers.

9 microwave mistakes you never knew you were making

By Cynthia Lawrence published 23 October 22

Are you guilty of making these microwave mistakes? Find out what these are to avoid ruining your appliance.

Best grills in 2023: Gas, charcoal, and pellet compared

By Cynthia Lawrence, Katie Mortram last updated 13 March 23

Cook up a feast with the best grills to suit every backyard and budget.

Best mattress protector 2022: a woman fits a white mattress cover over her Linenspa memory foam mattress

Best mattress protector 2023: waterproof, cooling and zipped covers compared

By Cynthia Lawrence, Grace Franks last updated 14 March 23

Upgrade your bedtime routine with one of the best mattress protectors for every bed, sleep position and budget.

The best turkey fryers 2023

By Cynthia Lawrence last updated 9 March 23

If you're cooking up an outdoor feast, these are the best turkey deep fryers to suit every home, cooking need and budget.

Best inflatable hot tubs in 2023

By Cynthia Lawrence, Katie Mortram last updated 20 February 23

If you want the ultimate relaxation, here are the best inflatable hot tubs to suit every backyard and budget.

Best comforters: Layla Down Alternative Comforter in silver-grey placed on a bed dressed with an orange throw and pillow

The best comforters in 2023: Cozy picks for all budgets

By Cynthia Lawrence, Becks Shepherd last updated 7 March 23

The best comforters to keep us warm and cozy for a good night's sleep.

The best pillow: The Coop Home Goods Adjustable Pillow for sleeping, placed on a yellow background

The best pillow 2023: Comfort for all sleeping positions

By Cynthia Lawrence, Claire Davies last updated 7 March 23

Get a good night's sleep with the best pillow to suit every sleeping position, need and budget.

How to use a leaf blower the right way — 7 top tips for cleaning your lawn

By Cynthia Lawrence last updated 23 October 22

Save time and energy this fall with these tips for using a leaf blower properly.

Best gas ranges for 2023

By Cynthia Lawrence, Katie Mortram last updated 6 March 23

If you enjoy cooking up a feast, here are the best gas ranges to suit every home, lifestyle and budget.

Best electric ranges in 2023

By Cynthia Lawrence, Katie Mortram last updated 2 March 23

Cook up a feast fit for a king with one of the best electric ranges for your kitchen to suit any home, need and budget.

The best stand mixers of 2023

By Cynthia Lawrence, Sharon Franke last updated 16 March 23

Get your bake on with one of the best stand mixers to suit all homes, lifestyles and budgets.

5 ways to use fallen leaves in your garden

By Cynthia Lawrence last updated 23 October 22

Put your fall leaves to good use in the garden with these handy ways you can use fallen leaves this season.

How to store a lawn mower and protect it through the winter

By Cynthia Lawrence published 14 October 22

Protect your lawn mower during winter with these handy storage tips, so it will be summer-ready.

Cleaning computer screen with yellow cloth

How to clean a computer screen in 4 easy steps

By Cynthia Lawrence last updated 13 October 22

If you use your computer daily, follow these quick tips on how to clean a computer screen without damaging it.

If you’ve been waiting to buy an air fryer, this Ninja Prime Day deal is it

By Cynthia Lawrence published 11 October 22

Bag this Ninja Air Fryer bargain for Amazon Prime day before it goes!

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