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

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I tried this viral 'sock vacuum hack' to see if I could find my tiny jewellery— here's what happened.

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I just discovered these quick upgrades to my bathroom with these IKEA finds —all under $10.

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Do you have a snowstorm coming your way? Follow these top tips to prepare for your power going out.

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Snowstorm coming your way? Here's why you should fill your bathtub with water right now.

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Why are people putting a quarter on a frozen cup of water before a snowstorm? The answer may surprise you.

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Is it ok to shovel snow onto the street? We ask the experts to find out whether we are well within our rights or breaking the law.

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IKEA unveils its new Style Guide packed with design inspiration over the decades — and its latest trend.

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You’ve been cleaning your floors all wrong — 3 things you should never add to your mop water, but think it’s ok.

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Want to get rid of condensation fogging up your windows? All you need is this common kitchen ingredient.

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I’ve just discovered IKEA’s limited edition table lamp that’s a must-have for hosting, and it’s only $20!

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From bionic arms to climbing bots, what’s next? Dreame's product expert shares his thoughts on the brand's vision for robot vacuums.

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I just tried the upgraded Shark PowerDetect robot vacuum — 3 things I like (and 1 I don't).

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If you own a Dyson cordless vacuum, you might well have a maintenance alert that shows up on the screen and directs you to a blockage. Here's what you need to know.

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This IKEA mini ironing board is a game-changer for my small utility cupboard — here’s why.

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I just discovered the paper towel trick to leave on your kitchen floor, and it's not as strange as it seems.

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I tried the “meal prep” hack to declutter my messy closet, and it’s a game-changer.

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Spotted a mouse in your bedroom? This surprising item could be the reason why they’ll keep coming back.

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Do you get home inspiration from social media? Expert warns that these TikTok DIY viral hacks could actually damage your home.

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IKEA’s new GÅTEBO microwave oven has a grill and air fryer functions — and it’s a game-changer for small spaces.

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Appliance expert shares easy ways to keep your home warm without turning up the heating this winter.

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Roborock's new wet floor cleaner beats my Dyson with this one impressive feature.

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The Roborock Saros 20 Sonic features a unique extendable mopping D-shaped pad that kicks out when tackling edge-to-edge cleaning.

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Beware of the 'super termite' that’s munching more than wood. Find out why this is a nightmare for homeowners.
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