Cynthia Lawrence

Cynthia Lawrence specialises in Homes ecommerce, covering all things homes 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

The best pillow: The Coop Home Goods Adjustable Pillow for sleeping, placed on a yellow background

The best pillow 2022: Comfort for all sleeping positions

By Cynthia Lawrence, Claire Davies published 16 June 22

The best pillow to suit every sleep position, and guarantee a comfy night's sleep.

Best cutting boards in 2022: Tested and rated

By Cynthia Lawrence published 16 June 22

The best cutting boards will make all the difference to your mealtime prep tasks.

The best stand mixers of 2022

By Cynthia Lawrence, Sharon Franke published 16 June 22

Enjoy a bake-off with one of the best stand mixers for making cakes, bakes and more.

Masticating vs centrifugal juicer: Which is best?

By Cynthia Lawrence, Katie Mortram published 16 June 22

If love fresh juice, here are the pros and cons of each kind of juicer, including masticating, centrifugal and triturating

The best desk lamps in 2022

By Cynthia Lawrence, Kate Kozuch published 15 June 22

The best desk lamps can help set the mood for getting work done, no matter where you are.

The best patio heaters in 2022

By Cynthia Lawrence, TJ Fink published 15 June 22

The best patio heaters will keep your toasty outdoors when the sun goes down.

11 awesome products to give your backyard a makeover under $50

By Cynthia Lawrence published 15 June 22

Fancy a backyard budget makeover? These cool products under $50 will instantly transform your outdoor space.

The best desks in 2022

By Cynthia Lawrence, Katie Mortram published 14 June 22

These are the best desks to suit every lifestyle, need and budget.

Best solar lights in 2022

By Cynthia Lawrence published 14 June 22

Light up your backyard and keep your visitors safe with the best solar lights.

Wallpaper being removed from a wall with a metal hand tool, representing an article about how to remove wallpaper

How to remove wallpaper without damaging your walls

By Cynthia Lawrence published 12 June 22

If you’ve moved into a new home or redecorating, you’ll need to know how to remove wallpaper the easiest way.

I tried these smart lights in my son’s room — and it’s made bedtime a breeze

By Cynthia Lawrence published 11 June 22

I’d been wary of putting smart devices in my son’s room, but these smart lights helped to solve one problem.

The best turkey fryers 2022

By Cynthia Lawrence published 10 June 22

If you enjoy outdoor, meat feasts, these are the best turkey deep fryers to suit every home and cooking need.

Best Instant Pot in 2022

By Cynthia Lawrence, Julie Hartigan published 10 June 22

Find the best Instant Pot to suit your home, cooking needs, and budget.

Best mattress protector 2022: a woman fits a white mattress cover over her Linenspa memory foam mattress

Best mattress protector 2022: waterproof, cooling and zipped covers compared

By Cynthia Lawrence, Davina Franks published 9 June 22

If you want a great night's sleep, here are the best mattress protectors for every bed, sleep style and budget.

Best bread machines in 2022

By Cynthia Lawrence, Katie Mortram published 9 June 22

These are the best bread machines to do the mixing, kneading and even the baking for you.

How to make your own DIY cleaning products to save money

By Cynthia Lawrence published 9 June 22

Why waste money on the latest cleaning products when you can make your own? Knowing how to make DIY cleaning products can leave more money in your pocket.

Best gas ranges for 2022

By Cynthia Lawrence, Katie Mortram published 8 June 22

Cook up a feast with one of the best gas ranges to suit every home, lifestyle and budget.

How to wash bras without breaking them — or your washing machine

By Cynthia Lawrence published 5 June 22

If you want to know how to wash bras without damaging them or your washing machine, follow these simple steps.

How to make white sheets brighter in 3 simple ways

By Cynthia Lawrence published 3 June 22

If you’re wondering how to make your white sheets white again, follow these simple steps .

The best coolers in 2022

By Cynthia Lawrence published 1 June 22

Keep your food and beverages cold while you're on the move with the best coolers for outdoors.

How to pack a suitcase and make everything fit

By Cynthia Lawrence published 29 May 22

Do you struggle to fit everything into your suitcase? Here’s how to pack a suitcase properly for your summer vacation.

How to get rid of gnats inside your home

By Cynthia Lawrence published 28 May 22

If these tiny creatures keep bugging you, here’s how to get rid of gnats once and for all.

What is an Energy Star rating and how can it save you money?

By Cynthia Lawrence published 26 May 22

Do you know what your Energy Star rating means? Read this before buying your new appliances and save money.

The best weighted blankets in 2022

By Cynthia Lawrence, Davina Franks published 25 May 22

These are the best weighted blankets to suit all bedtime routines and budgets.

How to clean a hat without ruining the shape

By Cynthia Lawrence published 24 May 22

From baseball cap to beanies, follow these top tips on how to clean a hat the right way.

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