
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

Wet and dry vacuum vs robot mop: what's the difference, and which is right for you?
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Both vacuums do the same job but have distinct differences? We take a look at the specs to help you decide whether a wet and dry vacuum or a robot mop is better for your home.

Should you buy IKEA kitchen appliances? Here’s what the experts say
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Are IKEA kitchen appliances any good? We ask the experts — and you’ll be surprised.

Forget baking soda — I cleaned my stainless steel with this food item
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you want to get rid of unsightly marks on your stainless steel, you might want to try this handy cooking essential.

Best outdoor rugs in 2025: Tested and rated
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
Refresh your backyard this season with one of the best outdoor rugs to suit every lifestyle, space and budget.

5 favorite Super Bowl foods that taste better when air fried
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Host the ultimate Super Bowl watch party with these quick and easy air fryer snacks for the big game.

The best baby monitors of 2025
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
These are the best baby monitors with the video quality and features you need to check in on a sleeping child.

Le Creuset just relaunched an iconic limited edition color after 6 years
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Le Creuset has just brought back one of its sought-after limited edition colors for Valentine’s Day — but you’d better be quick

The best dog bed: 7 top dog mattresses
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
Create a cozy retreat for your canine companion with one of the best dog bed mattresses.

Dyson WashG1 vs. Shark HydroVac Floor Cleaner — which wet and dry vacuum wins?
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you’re undecided about which wet and dry floor cleaner to buy, we put the Dyson WashG1 Cleaner and the Shark HydroVac MessMaster Floor cleaner to the test.

I write about cleaning for a living — 5 mistakes you're probably making with a wet and dry vacuum
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Just because it vacuums and washes floors at the same time doesn’t mean that it’s great for everything. Avoid these common mistakes when using a wet and dry vacuum cleaner.

I finally tried this luxury hot chocolate maker — but is it worth $150?
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Everyone has been talking about the Hot Chocolat Velvetiser — but is this luxury hot chocolate maker worth the price tag? I put it to the test.

5 kitchen tools I've wasted my money on — don't make these mistakes
By Cynthia Lawrence published
It might seem like a good idea at the time but don’t waste your money on these kitchen tools.

I tested this wet and dry vacuum cleaner — and I’m never using my mop again
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
If you’re tired of the back-breaking chore of mopping hard floors, I tested the Shark Hydrovac Messmaster floor cleaner and it’s a game-changer.

I finally tried the 'House Hushing' method to declutter my kitchen — here's what happened
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you’re fed up with endless clutter, you might want to try the 'House Hushing' method — and it’s not as weird as it sounds.

7 common mistakes you're probably making with superglue
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Superglue is great for quick-fix repairs but are you using superglue all wrong? Here’s how to avoid any sticky mishaps.

5 signs it’s time to throw out old plastic food containers
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you store foods in plastic containers on a daily basis, you’ll need to know when it’s time to ditch them forever.

I hate ironing so I tried the $35 steamer gadget instead — here’s what happened
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Finding ironing a real chore? If you have piles of clothes to tackle, this handy gadget can smooth out clothes wrinkles in seconds.

I gave my living room a quick makeover with these 5 items — all under $20
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you want to instantly upgrade your living room (without a renovation), here’s how you can do it on a budget — and it’s so quick!

5 things I wish I knew before buying an air purifier
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Thinking about buying an air purifier? These are the essential things you need to check first to get cleaner air.

Don’t throw it out! 7 ways you can reuse plastic bottles around your home
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you have excess plastic bottles waiting to be recycled, these can come in handy to use around the home — here’s how.

9 clever tips to remove snow — without a snow blower
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you’re dealing with a white winter and don’t have a snow blower, these clever tips and tricks to remove snow will come in handy.

I just upgraded my home with these 5 IKEA items — and I've never been more organized
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
Want a more organized home this year? These are the IKEA storage products I recommend after using them in my own home.

The best (and worst) TikTok cleaning hacks of 2024
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
‘Cleantok’ has given us the best (and worst) cleaning hacks to make our chores easier. But which ones were our winners and losers?
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