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’ve just found 7 IKEA items that look way more expensive than they are
By Cynthia Lawrence Published
Spruce up your home for less this spring. I’ve just found 7 most underrated IKEA items that actually look like expensive dupes.

Rats will invade your yard if you leave this one item outdoors in April
By Cynthia Lawrence Published
Homeowners are warned not to leave this one item out in your yard — it can attract rats in April.

IKEA’s foldable $60 wood table is a game-changer for outdoor spaces — here’s why I’ll be picking one up
By Cynthia Lawrence Published
IKEA just dropped a $60 foldable wood table perfect for outdoor spaces — here’s why I’ll be picking one up.

I tested the upgraded Dyson wet floor cleaner — my floors look great, but I was still left disappointed
By Cynthia Lawrence Published
The new Dyson Clean+ Wash Hygiene is a welcome upgrade to its predecessor — but is it worth the expensive price tag?

Walmart's 12 hidden gems to add instant style to your yard this spring — all under $40
By Cynthia Lawrence Published
I've just found some affordable decor items to upgrade my yard at Walmart. Here are the top buys going straight into my shopping cart.

‘I clean my shower while I'm washing' — expert shares her bizarre hacks to cut your chores in half
By Cynthia Lawrence Published
Cleaning expert reveals her top (and totally bizarre) hacks, including the ‘shower cleanse’.

I tried Shark's new misting and cooling handheld fan, but is the ‘ChillPill’ worth the hype?
By Cynthia Lawrence Published
Shark’s new ChillPill 3-in-1 handheld fan promises to keep you sweat-free — but is it really worth $150? I give it a try to find out.

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 — 15 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.
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