Latest articles by Cynthia Lawrence
Should you buy IKEA kitchen appliances? Here’s what the experts say
Are IKEA kitchen appliances any good? We ask the experts — and you’ll be surprised.
Best space heaters in 2025 — expert tested and rated
We tested a range of space heaters to see which are best for keeping you warm all year round.
Forget baking soda — I cleaned my stainless steel with this food item
If you want to get rid of unsightly marks on your stainless steel, you might want to try this handy cooking essential.
Best cheap robot vacuums in 2025
These are the best cheap robot vacuums to clean your floors thoroughly without breaking the bank.
Best outdoor rugs in 2025: Tested and rated
Refresh your backyard this season with one of the best outdoor rugs to suit every lifestyle, space and budget.
5 favorite Super Bowl foods that taste better when air fried
Host the ultimate Super Bowl watch party with these quick and easy air fryer snacks for the big game.
The best baby monitors of 2025
These are the best baby monitors with the video quality and features you need to check in on a sleeping child.
Le Creuset just relaunched an iconic limited edition color after 6 years
Le Creuset has just brought back one of its sought-after limited edition colors for Valentine’s Day — but you’d better be quick
The best dog bed in 2025: 7 top dog mattresses
Create a cozy retreat for your canine companion with one of the best dog bed mattresses.
Dyson WashG1 vs. Shark HydroVac Floor Cleaner — which wet and dry vacuum wins?
If you’re undecided about which wet and dry floor cleaner to buy, we put the Dyson WashG1 Cleaner and the Shark HydroVac MessMaster Floor cleaner to the test.
I write about cleaning for a living — 5 mistakes you're probably making with a wet and dry vacuum
Just because it vacuums and washes floors at the same time doesn’t mean that it’s great for everything. Avoid these common mistakes when using a wet and dry vacuum cleaner.
Best air purifiers in 2025 tested and rated
We tested a range of models to find the best air purifiers to suit every budget and room size.
I finally tried this luxury hot chocolate maker — but is it worth $150?
Everyone has been talking about the Hot Chocolat Velvetiser — but is this luxury hot chocolate maker worth the price tag? I put it to the test.
5 kitchen tools I've wasted my money on — don't make these mistakes
It might seem like a good idea at the time but don’t waste your money on these kitchen tools.
The best Roombas in 2025
Here’s our guide to the best Roombas we've tested, complete with performance and price breakdowns to help pick the right one for you.
I tested this wet and dry vacuum cleaner — and I’m never using my mop again
If you’re tired of the back-breaking chore of mopping hard floors, I tested the Shark Hydrovac Messmaster floor cleaner and it’s a game-changer.
I finally tried the 'House Hushing' method to declutter my kitchen — here's what happened
If you’re fed up with endless clutter, you might want to try the 'House Hushing' method — and it’s not as weird as it sounds.
The 9 best desks in 2025
Work in comfort and style with the best desks to suit every lifestyle, home and budget.
7 common mistakes you're probably making with superglue
Superglue is great for quick-fix repairs but are you using superglue all wrong? Here’s how to avoid any sticky mishaps.
5 signs it’s time to throw out old plastic food containers
If you store foods in plastic containers on a daily basis, you’ll need to know when it’s time to ditch them forever.
I hate ironing so I tried the $35 steamer gadget instead — here’s what happened
Finding ironing a real chore? If you have piles of clothes to tackle, this handy gadget can smooth out clothes wrinkles in seconds.
I gave my living room a quick makeover with these 5 items — all under $20
If you want to instantly upgrade your living room (without a renovation), here’s how you can do it on a budget — and it’s so quick!
