
Cynthia Lawrence
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’m too lazy to trim the hedges so I tried this $35 garden tool instead — here’s what happened
By Cynthia Lawrence published
I hate pruning tasks, so I tried this mini garden tool instead — here’s what happened.

Ditch Dyson — our favorite Bissell wet and dry vacuum is now $100 off in huge early Prime Day deal
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Snap up this incredible Bissell Crosswave floor cleaner deal for summer cleaning.

Gardeners urged to leave a bowl of beer in the yard this summer — here's why
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Find out why gardeners are being told to leave a bowl of beer in the yard this summer — and it’s not for drinking!

Our favorite air purifier has dropped in price on Amazon — and it’s just under $70
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Dealing with summer allergies? This Levoit Air Purifier has just crashed in price on Amazon — but you’d better hurry!

This bathroom ingredient is the easiest way to remove a tree stump in your yard — you’ll be surprised
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Want to remove a tree stump in your yard? This popular bathroom staple might do the trick — but only if you’re not in a hurry.

Experts say candles could be hazardous to your health — here's why
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
If you suffer from indoor allergies, you might want to rethink how you make your home smell fresh every day.

This pre-mowing tip will make your lawn green and lush this summer — and it's so simple
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Want a greener lawn? Before your cut your grass this summer, try this one pre-mowing tip to make a difference

My favorite outdoor solar lights just crashed to half price on Amazon — here’s why you should snag them for summer
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Give your backyard a makeover this summer with this Brightech string solar lights deal — and save serious cash.

I tried the upgraded Dyson Cool bladeless fan — and it's the best looking fan I’ve ever seen
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Dyson finally launched its new and upgraded bladless cooling fan. But is it worth the hype?

Pest experts warn you should never squash ants in your home — here’s why
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Got an ant problem? Here’s why you should never squash ants in your home — and you’ll be surprised.

This one natural ingredient will revive scorched grass and make your lawn green again this summer
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Brown lawns will turn green again with this one ‘lifesaver’ natural ingredient — and it won’t even cost you anything.

We spent over 800 hours testing the best air purifiers — here are our top 6
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
We tested a range of models to find the best air purifiers to suit every budget and room size.

Experts share 4 quick tips to clean a grill — without the mess
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you find the task of cleaning a grill time-consuming, check out these top hacks for quickly cleaning a grill — from the pros.

3 best air purifying flowers to help clean indoor air — and they’re NASA-approved
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you want a simple way of cleaning your indoor air, these popular flowers might do the trick, according to experts.

Why you should be leaving grass clippings on your lawn after mowing — you’ll be surprised
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Don’t know what to do with your grass clippings? Here’s why you should just leave it on your lawn after mowing.

Why is my induction cooktop beeping? Experts share 3 reasons why
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Wondering why your induction cooktop keeps beeping? Here are some possible reasons why.

5 natural ways to stop ant hills ruining your yard this summer
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Spotted unsightly ant hills in your yard? Check out these top tips to stop them from completely ruining your yard this summer.

Best vacuum cleaners 2025: Top picks for spotless floors
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
Clean up smart with one of the best vacuum cleaners to keep your floors spotless.

3 lawn care mistakes silently killing your grass this summer — and how to avoid them
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you want lush green grass all summer, avoid these common lawn care mistakes that are ruining your lawn right now

I tried this weird bathroom hack to clean my faucets — here’s what happened
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you’re after a quick hack to get your chrome faucets clean and sparkling, expert reveals this tasty condiment might do the trick.

This $20 gadget can prevent you from killing your houseplants
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Are your plants dying despite being watered? This handy device could help you save or revive your precious houseplants.

Don't throw out your Amazon boxes! This money-saving gardening hack is an absolute game changer
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Gardening expert reveals a clever hack that will put your old cardboard delivery boxes to good use — and save you money.

3 common places you should never grow tomatoes, according to experts
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Tomato plants not thriving? Find out where you should never grow tomatoes and how to get the best yield.
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