Latest articles by Cynthia Lawrence
Homeowners urged to clear these 3 critical areas now after Snowstorm Fern
Snowed under? These are the 3 places you need to clear first after a snowstorm to protect your home.
We’ve tested dozens of robot vacuums for pet hair, and these are the ones I recommend
Keep your floors spotless and fur-free with the best robot vacuums for pet hair.
IKEA just launched a new Bluetooth speaker lamp that disappears into your decor — here’s why I’ll be buying one
I’ve just discovered IKEA’s new Bluetooth speaker lamp that is the ultimate home upgrade — here’s why.
3 common generator mistakes homeowners make before a winter storm
Preparing your home for a winter storm warning? Be sure to avoid these top generator mistakes.
I was skeptical about this viral vacuum cleaner hack until I tried it myself —now I'm sold
I tried this viral 'sock vacuum hack' to see if I could find my tiny jewellery— here's what happened.
5 IKEA items I'd pick up for my bathroom — and they're all under $10
I just discovered these quick upgrades to my bathroom with these IKEA finds —all under $10.
5 crafty ways to keep your home warm if Winter Storm Fern causes your power to go out
Do you have a snowstorm coming your way? Follow these top tips to prepare for your power going out.
Homeowners urged to fill their bathtub with water before a snowstorm — here's why
Snowstorm coming your way? Here's why you should fill your bathtub with water right now.
Snowstorm heading your way? Here's why you should put a quarter on a frozen cup of water
Why are people putting a quarter on a frozen cup of water before a snowstorm? The answer may surprise you.
Are you breaking the law? Here’s why you should think twice before shoveling snow onto the street
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.
The new IKEA Style Guide shows us how far its designs have come over 40 years — here are my favorites
IKEA unveils its new Style Guide packed with design inspiration over the decades — and its latest trend.
3 things you should never add to your mop water — one common cleaner will surprise you
You’ve been cleaning your floors all wrong — 3 things you should never add to your mop water, but think it’s ok.
Get rid of foggy, moldy windows with this surprising household item — and it’s just $1
Want to get rid of condensation fogging up your windows? All you need is this common kitchen ingredient.
IKEA’s new rotatable lamp is great for entertaining — and it’s only $20
I’ve just discovered IKEA’s limited edition table lamp that’s a must-have for hosting, and it’s only $20!
Best robot vacuums in 2026: expert tested and rated
These are the best robot vacuums we've tested with models from Narwal, Shark, Roborock and more.
'The future will be a mix of bionic and humanoid robots': Dreame’s product expert reveals the brand's next step for robot vacuums
From bionic arms to climbing bots, what’s next? Dreame's product expert shares his thoughts on the brand's vision for robot vacuums.
I just tried the new Shark PowerDetect robot vacuum — and this one upgrade changes everything
I just tried the upgraded Shark PowerDetect robot vacuum — 3 things I like (and 1 I don't).
I can't believe I missed this hidden setting on my Dyson cordless vacuum — and you probably have too
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.
Best space heaters in 2026 — expert tested and rated
We tested a range of space heaters to see which are best for keeping you warm all year round.
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.
This $9 IKEA find completely changed how I deal with my least favorite chore
This IKEA mini ironing board is a game-changer for my small utility cupboard — here’s why.
Why are people leaving paper towels on their kitchen floor? There's a good reason
I just discovered the paper towel trick to leave on your kitchen floor, and it's not as strange as it seems.
I decluttered my closet with the ‘meal prep’ hack — here’s why it actually works
I tried the “meal prep” hack to declutter my messy closet, and it’s a game-changer.
