Latest articles by Cynthia Lawrence
I test vacuums for a living — 5 Shark vacuum cleaner deals I’d buy for Prime Day
If you’re on the hunt for a top Shark vacuum cleaner, these are the best Shark deals I’d sweep up right now for Prime Day.
Shark Clean & Empty Cordless Vacuum Cleaner review: light as a feather
The Shark Clean & Empty Cordless Stick Vacuum is an impressive vacuum cleaner that comes with handy features. Plus, it’s super light to zip around your home and even self-empties.
Dyson V15s Detect Submarine vs. Dyson WashG1 — which wet cleaner is right for you?
If you’re after a Dyson wet and dry floor cleaner, we put the Dyson Submarine and Dyson WashG1 cleaner to the test to find out which comes up tops.
This is the one mistake that can damage your vacuum cleaner — and you're probably making it
If you want to get the most out of your vacuum cleaner, be sure to never make this mistake — ever again.
I banished spiders with this $3 cleaning hack — and it actually worked
Spider season is here, but this simple, cleaning trick can keep spiders away from your home for good.
This one small gadget doubled my kitchen cabinet space in seconds
If you have an abundance of coffee cups and mugs, this small organizing tool is a kitchen cabinet game-changer.
This is how often you should actually be vacuuming your floors — from an expert
Are you cleaning your floors often enough? An expert reveals how often we actually should be vacuuming and mopping our floors — and you’ll be surprised.
Mopping vs wet and dry vacuum — which is better for your floors?
Can a wet/dry vacuum really replace your traditional mop and bucket? Here are the pros and cons of using a wet and dry vacuum.
Best Instant Pot in 2024
Cook up tasty meals with the best Instant Pot to suit your home, lifestyle, and budget.
5 active pests to watch out for this winter — and expert tips to prevent them
If you don’t want a pest invasion this season, here are five to look out for this winter, according to experts.
How to get rid of roaches quickly and safely
Knowing how to get rid of roaches the right way can save you time, effort and frustration.
How to clean cast iron stove grates to make them look brand new
If your stove has seen better days, learn how to clean cast iron stove grates and make gleam again.
9 ways to get rid of wasps — and keep them away from your home
Need to know how to keep wasps away from your home? Try our top tips to keep these pests at bay.
Experts say we're entering 'peak rodent season' — 3 simple tips to protect your home
Colder months also mean an influx in pests. Find out what it means to enter ‘peak rodent season’ and what you need to do right now.
New report reveals which appliance brands are rated highest by consumers
If you’re after a new household appliance, these brands have impressed consumers the most.
9 ways to get rid of earwigs and keep them away from your home
If you want to prevent these pincher bugs from invading your space, check out these easy ways to get rid of earwigs.
There’s a surprising reason why your yard could be attracting mosquitoes — according to the experts
Fed up of getting bites? Expert reveals the common item in your yard that could be attracting mosquitoes — and you’ll be surprised.
5 window cleaning mistakes you’re probably making — according to a glass expert
If you’re wondering why your clean windows are still not crystal clear or sparkling, you could be making one of these common mistakes.
The best dog bed in 2024: 8 top dog mattresses
Create a cozy retreat for your canine companion with one of the best dog bed mattresses.
How to clean a TV screen without damaging it
Here's how you can safety clean your TV screen and make it spotless.
3 worst places to put your washing machine, according to experts
Make laundry days slightly less of a chore my situating your washing machine in exactly the right place. Here's the 3 places you should definitely avoid, according to experts.
3 surprising things in your kitchen that are 'dirtier than your toilet'
These common things in your kitchen are actually dirtier than your toilet, according to a cleaning expert.
7 clever ways to reuse old plastic containers
Don’t throw away your old food containers — here’s how you can reuse them and put them to good use around your home.
