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
Best air purifiers in 2024 tested and rated
By Cynthia Lawrence published
We tested a range of models to find the best air purifiers to suit every budget and room size.
The best turkey fryers 2024
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.
Best space heaters in 2024 — tested and rated
By Sharon Franke last updated
We tested a range of space heaters to see which are best for keeping you warm all year round.
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.
The best patio heaters in 2024
By Cynthia Lawrence, TJ Fink last updated
The best patio heaters will keep you warm and toasty outdoors when the sun goes down.
This is the one mistake you're probably making with bleach, according to a cleaning expert
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Bleach is a great cleaner for most things, just not for this common household problem.
How to clean solar lights to make them brighter — 3 easy steps
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you want to brighten up the winter months, follow these easy tips on how to clean solar lights.
Best touchscreen gloves for 2024
By Cynthia Lawrence, Henry T. Casey last updated
Keep your hands warm warm while texting, with one of the best touchscreen gloves for the cooler weather.
Best clothes dryers in 2024
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
The best clothes dryers, including top loading and front loading, for every budget and family size.
5 ways to ventilate a room without windows
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Learn how to ventilate a windowless room with these clever tips.
The 7 best desks in 2024
By Adam Schram, Cynthia Lawrence last updated
Work in comfort and style with the best desks to suit every lifestyle, home and budget.
Best vacuum cleaners 2024: 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.
Best mattress protector 2024: waterproof, cooling and zipped covers compared
By Cynthia Lawrence, Grace Franks, Nicola Appleton last updated
Keep your mattress clean, dry and allergen free. Here's our guide to best mattress protectors for every bed, lifestyle and budget.
The best weighted blankets in 2024
By Cynthia Lawrence, Frances Daniels last updated
Get a better night's sleep with 2024's best weighted blankets to suit all bedtime routines and needs.
How to charge solar lights without sun — 5 clever tips
By Cynthia Lawrence published
You don't always need sun for your solar lights to charge. Check out these clever tips.
I tried this easy hack to organize my bedding — and it instantly doubled my storage space
By Cynthia Lawrence published
This TikTok organisational hack has just changed the way I store my bedding and I wish I'd found it sooner.
Best washing machines in 2024
By Cynthia Lawrence, Camilla Sharman last updated
The best washing machines for every budget and family size, whether you need a top-loading machine, front-loader or smart washing machine.
Best solar lights in 2024
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
Light up your backyard when the sun goes down with the best solar lights.
Are solar lights bad for your plants? Here’s what the experts say
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Worried about whether outdoor lighting affects how your plants grow? We asked the experts to shed some light on the subject.
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