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

How to fix scratched wood floors to make them look like new

By Cynthia Lawrence published 3 February 23

If your hardwood floor has seen better days, here’s how to fix scratched floors to get it back to top condition again.

How to deodorize your trash can in 5 easy ways

By Cynthia Lawrence published 1 February 23

Nobody likes a stinky trash can. Get rid of bad odors with these clever tips and tricks.

Should you sleep on one pillow or two? Here’s what the experts say

By Cynthia Lawrence published 31 January 23

How many pillows should you sleep on for a good night's sleep? We ask the experts.

3 things you should declutter right now, according to the experts

By Cynthia Lawrence published 28 January 23

If you have excess clutter and don’t know where to begin, these are the 3 things that you need to declutter right now.

7 ways to revamp your bathroom for less than $20

By Cynthia Lawrence published 26 January 23

If you want to upgrade your bathroom on a budget, here are some grand ways to revamp your bathroom for less.

I tried this ice cube hack to remove a carpet dent in 3 steps — and it actually works

By Cynthia Lawrence published 25 January 23

If you’re wondering how to remove dents in carpets, this simple ice cube hack is a cool trick!

I'm obsessed with home makeover shows — and these are the 3 mistakes people always make

By Cynthia Lawrence published 24 January 23

I enjoy watching home makeover shows, but I’ve noticed people make these mistakes too often.

7 space-saving ways to organize pots and pans

By Cynthia Lawrence published 23 January 23

If you have more cookware than cabinets, here’s how to organize pots and pans for extra space.

7 things you should never store in the basement

By Cynthia Lawrence published 21 January 23

Basements are ideal for extra storage, just not for these items. Here are common things that you should never store in a basement.

5 pros — and 5 cons — of cooking with an air fryer

By Cynthia Lawrence last updated 20 January 23

Thinking about buying an air fryer? Find out what the pros and cons of cooking with an air fryer are before you grab one.

7 clever painting hacks that you wish you knew sooner

By Cynthia Lawrence published 19 January 23

If you want to paint like a pro, follow these clever painting tricks to save time and make your DIY projects easier.

5 houseplants that will help prevent mold in your home

By Cynthia Lawrence published 15 January 23

These common houseplants may be the answer for keeping mold at bay in your home, according to experts.

5 houseplants that will help prevent mold in your home

By Cynthia Lawrence published 14 January 23

These common houseplants may be the answer for keeping mold at bay in your home, according to experts.

7 home lighting mistakes you didn’t know you were making

By Cynthia Lawrence published 12 January 23

Don’t let your home lighting fall flat with these common lighting mistakes you’re probably making

These paint colors make your home look cheap

By Cynthia Lawrence published 7 January 23

Before you get out the paint brush, these are the colors that could make your home look cheap.

7 clever ways to reuse your real Christmas tree after the holidays

By Cynthia Lawrence published 4 January 23

Wondering what to do with your old Christmas tree? Before you throw it out, check out these tips to make the most of your tree beyond the holidays.

When should you take down your Christmas decorations?

By Cynthia Lawrence published 1 January 23

If you’re wondering when to pack away your Christmas decorations, here is the official end of the holiday.

7 smart tips for storing Christmas decorations

By Cynthia Lawrence last updated 31 December 22

No more broken or crushed ornaments for next holiday with these top Christmas decoration storage hacks.

9 cleaning myths you should avoid at all costs

By Cynthia Lawrence published 29 December 22

They might seem like clever hacks, but these are the cleaning myths that can do more harm than good.

7 ways to remove a cork without a corkscrew

By Cynthia Lawrence published 22 December 22

These clever hacks will open your wine bottles when you don’t have a corkscrew at hand.

7 ways to double your space in a small kitchen

By Cynthia Lawrence published 20 December 22

If you have a small kitchen, these tips will help to maximize your space and get the most out of it.

Bathtub with tray on with oil diffuser and products

This simple hack made my bathroom smell fresh all week

By Cynthia Lawrence published 18 December 22

If you want to keep your bathroom smelling fresh without the sprays, this clever bathroom hack might do the trick.

A white air fryer with the basket opened by hand on a table with surrounding ingredients, including eggs and oil

I've been using a small air fryer for 2 years — and it's a game changer

By Cynthia Lawrence last updated 17 December 22

You don’t always need a huge air fryer to cook up crispy treats. Here’s everything I love about this small and mighty appliance.

This TikTok air fryer potato Christmas tree hack has gone viral — so I tried it

By Cynthia Lawrence published 15 December 22

Find out what happened when our Homes writer tried out the TikTok air fryer potato Christmas tree that has got everybody talking.

cleaning products in bucket for cleaning bathroom in front of toilet

7 bathroom cleaning mistakes you didn't know you were making

By Cynthia Lawrence published 14 December 22

Have you been cleaning your bathroom all wrong? Find out if you’ve been making these bathroom cleaning mistakes right now.

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