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

I asked gardening experts the secret to a greener lawn — here's what they want you to do this spring
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Lawn experts reveal the 3 steps to get a greener lawn — here's what you need to do right now before it’s too late.

5 IKEA everyday home finds that are actually more useful in your yard
By Cynthia Lawrence published
IKEA yard hacks — clever ways you can repurpose your everyday home items outdoors, and save serious money.

I asked houseplant experts what’s the best air-purifying plant for my home — here’s what they said
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Want cleaner air without a purifier? This is the single houseplant every expert suggests.

Hydrangeas hit by winter damage? Do this one simple thing now to guarantee spring blooms
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Are your hydrangeas suffering from winter damage? Do this easy tip to save it this spring.

I’ve just found 5 perfect storage gems for my tiny kitchen in IKEA — and all for under $10
By Cynthia Lawrence published
IKEA’s new kitchen storage range is perfect for doubling my small space — and all for under $10.

Walmart’s outdoor collection is packed with hidden gems — 16 patio picks I love
By Cynthia Lawrence published
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This ‘zero effort’ vinegar hack is a total game-changer for cleaning your microwave
By Cynthia Lawrence published
I just discovered this quick vinegar hack to instantly degrease my microwave — and cut out all the scrubbing.

I asked the experts for tips on how to spring clean in under 15 minutes —here's what they recommend
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Don’t let spring cleaning become a real chore. Here’s how you can make short cleaning sessions work for you.

I bought this $4 IKEA tool for my kitchen, but it’s actually changed the way I organize my entire home
By Cynthia Lawrence published
My $4 IKEA kitchen buy solved all my storage problems — now my home is so organized.

I asked an appliance expert about the biggest kitchen decluttering mistakes — and I’ve been guilty of doing this
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
I asked an appliance expert about the top decluttering mistakes — and I’ve been guilty of doing them all.

I just found the cutest side table in IKEA and it’s perfect for tiny spaces
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
This IKEA portable side table has just solved my space-saving problems — and it’s just $40.

Gardeners are being urged to put toilet paper tubes in their yard in March — it’s not as strange as it sounds
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Here’s why people are being urged to put old toilet rolls to use in their yard this month — and it’s so clever.

I always forget to spring clean this one common household item — and you probably do too
By Cynthia Lawrence published
This is the one common item I always forget to spring clean — here's why it's so easy to miss.

My decorator showed me this simple trick and it’s made painting a breeze
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
My decorator showed me this easy painting tip — and it makes all the difference

Say goodbye to lawn weeds with this simple March hack — and revive your plants
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Want to banish lawn weeds this spring? Do this one clever trick before they take over by repurposing them instead.

I just discovered the one item you should never hand-wash — always clean this in the dishwasher
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Why you should never hand-wash this common item — and use your dishwasher instead.

Nutribullet just quietly released a new super-powered blender that shreds ingredients in seconds — all under $100
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Need to upgrade your blender? Nutribullet unleashes a super-powered blender — and is less for $100.

I’ve just found the ultimate product to disguise the one kitchen eyesore I can’t stand
By Cynthia Lawrence published
The genius product that finally hid my worst kitchen eyesore — and adds a touch of luxe style too.

The best Roombas in 2026
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
If you're after the best Roomba to handle all your cleaning needs, here are our top picks.

I’ve just discovered this clever dishwasher hack that makes your entire kitchen smell fresh
By Cynthia Lawrence published
This simple dishwasher trick can make your kitchen instantly smell fresh — and you’ll find it in your fruit bowl.

Small kitchen? I tried the ‘pull-out drawer’ hack to instantly give me more countertop space
By Cynthia Lawrence published
I just discovered this simple ‘pull-out drawer’ hack and instantly had twice the kitchen countertop space.

This $16 motion-sensing light is the best bathroom upgrade I've ever made
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
My broken bathroom light led me to this affordable find—and it's a total game changer.

I obsess over IKEA for a living — 12 spring collection must-haves for under $30
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
If you want to give your home a spring makeover, these are my favorite picks to add instant color this season.
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