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

Don’t throw it out! 7 ways you can reuse plastic bottles around your home
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you have excess plastic bottles waiting to be recycled, these can come in handy to use around the home — here’s how.

9 clever tips to remove snow — without a snow blower
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you’re dealing with a white winter and don’t have a snow blower, these clever tips and tricks to remove snow will come in handy.

I just upgraded my home with these 5 IKEA items — and I've never been more organized
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
Want a more organized home this year? These are the IKEA storage products I recommend after using them in my own home.

The best (and worst) TikTok cleaning hacks of 2024
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
‘Cleantok’ has given us the best (and worst) cleaning hacks to make our chores easier. But which ones were our winners and losers?

5 interior decorating trends that are making a big comeback in 2025
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
If you thought you’d seen the back of these interior styles, these outdated trends are set to make a comeback.

7 ways to upgrade your home for the new year on a budget
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you want to give your home a makeover without renovating, here’s some budget-friendly ways.

5 best organizing tips for the new year — all from professional organizers
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you want to declutter once and for all, but don’t know where to start, follow these organizing tips from the pros.

I test vacuums for a living and these are my top 3 of 2024
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Looking to splash out on a new vacuum? I’ve cleaned my home with the best vacuum cleaners, but these are my favorites of 2024.

Don’t let rodents ruin your holidays — 3 easy tips to keep them out of your home
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Don’t let unwanted visitors into your home this festive season — here’s how to keep rodents out.

5 clever ways to wrap gifts without paper — and make a great impression
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
If you want to make a gifting impression, check out these unique ways to package your gift this holiday season.

5 clever ways to wrap a gift without tape — and avoid holiday stress
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
Out of parcel tape? Don’t let that stop you from wrapping your gifts in style with these clever hacks.

I tried this toothpaste hack to remove a scratch from my mirror —-here's what happened
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
Scratches on your mirrors? You might be able to remove them with this unlikely household item.

I tried the One Touch tidying hack — and my home has never looked neater
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you find yourself constantly organizing but not getting anywhere, you might need to try the One Touch tidying hack — and it’s so simple.

7 ways a microfiber cloth can be used around the home — you’ll be surprised
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Microfiber cloths are more versatile than meets the eye. Here are some clever ways you can use a microfiber cloth around the home.

7 ways you might be encouraging mold in your home this season
By Cynthia Lawrence published
We all want to keep warm and cozy this season, but here’s how you could actually be encouraging mold growth in your home.

3 air purifier mistakes you’re probably making
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you want to get the most out of your air purifier for better air, here's a few things to avoid.

Forget white vinegar — this household hack dissolved limescale in minutes
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you’re looking for a quick, fuss-free way to get rid of limescale, this natural hack worked for me

The best turkey fryers 2025
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
If you're cooking up an outdoor feast, these are the best turkey deep fryers to suit every home, cooking need and budget.

5 reasons why your solar lights are not working and how to fix it
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If your solar lights suddenly stop working, these could be the reasons why.

5 reasons why your home is still cold — even with the heat on
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If your home still feels chilly, even with the heating cranked up, these might be the reasons why.

7 paint colors that make a room look bigger
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
If you have a small room, these paint colors will work wonders in making your space look and feel bigger.

How to clean a clear phone case and make it look brand new
By Katie Mortram, Cynthia Lawrence, Kaycee Hill last updated
If your phone case is looking grimy, here's how to clean a clear phone case and remove unsightly stains.

This is the best place to put an air purifier, according to experts
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you want to ensure cleaner, indoor air all the time, this is the best place to put your air purifier.
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