Latest articles by Cynthia Lawrence
3 spring cleaning mistakes that are attracting pests to your home
These common spring cleaning habits might attract pests to your home — find out how.
Here's how long you can leave your wet laundry in the washer — it's shorter than you'd think
Do you often have a damp pile of smelly laundry in your washing machine? Here’s how long you can leave wet clothes in the washer — before you’ll need to re-wash them.
I finally got rid of drain flies in my kitchen with this common herb
If you want to get rid of drain flies — without toxic chemicals, try this one aromatic herb to banish them for good.
I just found out these are the 5 appliances you should be unplugging after each use
If you want to save money on energy bills, these are the common appliances you need to unplug after each use.
5 ways to keep your lawn healthy and green — without wasting water
If you want to ensure lush, green grass all summer, check out these top tips — and save on your water bills
I test Dyson vacuum cleaners for a living — my top 5 hacks that makes them even better
Want to get the most out of your Dyson cordless vacuum cleaner? Check out these top tips and tricks from our very own vacuum expert.
We spent over 800 hours testing the best air purifiers — here are our top 5
We tested a range of models to find the best air purifiers to suit every budget and room size.
Best robot vacuums in 2025: expert tested and rated
These are the best robot vacuums we've tested with models from Roomba, Shark, Eufy, iLife and more.
5 easy ways to use a power washer in your yard
Before you host those outdoor gatherings, here are five ways you can use a power washer in your yard and get it looking fresh again.
Growing tomatoes? Expert reveals this one tip for getting a bountiful harvest
If you want to have fresh tomatoes all summer, this one gardening tip will ensure you have a much larger harvest to enjoy.
Joanna Gaines just launched her latest venture — and its perfect for spring
Grow a garden like Joanna Gaines as she launches her own brand of favorite seeds — straight from her farm.
I tested the Dyson Car + Boat Handheld Vacuum — and it's a miniature yet mighty cleaner
A powerful, handheld vacuum cleaner that can quickly tackle dirt and debris in cars, boats and the home — but is it worth the price tag?
I just found out I’ve been emptying my vacuum canister all wrong — here’s how I should have been doing it
Is your vacuum cleaner suddenly not sucking anything up? You might be guilty of making this common canister mistake — like me!
I finally tried the 5x5 speed cleaning method — and it really paid off
If you want to get your clean on in less time, you might want to try this 5x5 speed cleaning method — but you’re on the clock!
I tried the viral Scrub Daddy Damp Duster, and I'm never going back to using a cloth again
Why is everybody talking about this Scrub Daddy Duster? I put it to the test to see if it really lives up to the hype.
5 top secret spring cleaning tips from the professionals — cut your time in half
Professional cleaners share their quick spring cleaning secrets to make your house sparkle this season.
5 key things you forget to spring clean — but really should
Before you give your home a spring refresh, don’t forget to deep clean these things that we often ignore!
I tried this popular IKEA storage item — and it instantly doubled my space
If you need more storage but don’t have the space, this is the popular IKEA storage item that can buy you more room.
58% of Americans make this common lawn mowing mistake — experts share how to do it right
Before you start cutting your grass for the summer, be sure you’re not making this one common mowing mistake.
Forget chemicals — I banished spiders with this simple household ingredient
If you’re spotting more spiders in your home, I found the perfect repellent — and it’s a common household item that you’ll probably already have.
IKEA just dropped its new line of accessible home products — and it’s surprisingly stylish
IKEA’s new BÄSINGEN accessibility line is set to make life easier for those with disabilities to get around the home.
IKEA's next big smart home upgrade just leaked — this could totally transform your house
IKEA’s latest smart switch with Matter has just leaked, and it could really ramp up your smart home system.
Cleaning this one forgotten area could relieve your hay fever symptoms
If you’re suffering with allergies, this one forgotten area that you’re forgetting to clean could be making it worse.
