Latest articles by Cynthia Lawrence
We’ve tested dozens of robot vacuums for pet hair, and these are the 5 I recommend
Keep your floors spotless and fur-free with the best robot vacuums for pet hair.
My friend’s ‘set the stage’ decluttering rule has saved my kitchen
Fed up of messy clutter? I just found out about this ‘set the stage’ rule and my kitchen looks better for it.
Is it OK to cut my neighbors' overhanging bushes? I asked the experts to find out if I'm within my rights
Is it legal to trim your neighbors overgrown bushes in your yard? Here’s what the experts say.
Shark just upgraded our favorite robot vacuum with this heated technology, and I'm obsessed
Shark has dropped its upgraded robot vacuum with a heated feature for next-level hygiene.
I tried this mini vacuum cleaner that looks like a toy — here’s what happened
The HOTO 4-in-1 is a portable mini vacuum cleaner that's useful in both the car and around the home.
I’m never going to let fallen leaves pile on my car ever again — here’s why
Don’t procrastinate when it comes to removing fallen leaves from your car this fall
Kohler has just launched a $600 ‘poop’ camera for your toilet — yes, really
Would you want to know what’s inside your toilet? Kohler unveils its Dekoda $600 health camera to analyze your waste.
People are going crazy over this aluminum foil hack that cleans faucets — here's what happened when I tried it
I finally put this aluminum foil hack to the test to see if it could clean my faucets. Here’s what happened.
Households urged to avoid this popular fall plant that can 'affect your heart’s rhythm and be fatal if consumed'
This common fall plant may look beautiful but it can be fatal if consumed — a gardening expert reveals why
Experts reveal the reason why your robot vacuum is going in circles — and you don't need to buy a new one
Here’s why your robot vacuum is suddenly spinning in circles — and how to fix it.
How to stop rats invading your yard this fall — without giving up bird feeding
Rats will invade your yard this fall if you make these 3 bird feeding mistakes — tips from an expert.
IKEA’s holiday collection is probably the best I’ve seen so far — here's what I’ll be shopping for my home
Spruce up your home and get festive with IKEA’s latest Christmas collection.
Expert reveals the key to preventing mold is to set your thermostat to this temperature
This is the minimum temperature your heating should be to prevent mold during the colder months.
This baking staple is the key to killing moss in your lawn this winter — here's why
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
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
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
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
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
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
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? 5 expert tips to protect your lawn this winter
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
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.
Experts reveal the hidden dangers of condensation — and tips to prevent them during colder months
Experts reveal the hidden risks of dampness and moisture and how to fix it during the colder months ahead.
