Latest articles by Cynthia Lawrence
5 tell-tale signs that you need a dehumidifier right now
These are the top things to look out for in your home
7 plants that keep mice and rats from invading your home
If you’ve tried every repellent to keep rodents away, these popular plants may just do the trick.
3 pests that your Halloween pumpkins can attract to your home
Experts warn of these pests that pumpkins can bring to your home this Halloween
7 telltale signs of roaches in your home
If you suspect you have roaches in your home, these are the common early signs to look out for in your property.
9 tips to revive dead grass and make your lawn green again
Is your lawn looking worse for wear from the summer? We’ve found 9 tips to revive it.
5 ways to dry out a room without a dehumidifier — and reduce dampness
Here’s how to dry out a room without a dehumidifier
I tried this easy hack to remove sofa stains — and it actually worked
This easy hack instantly removed my sofa stain — and it didn’t even involve water.
Is it safe to use a space heater at night? Here’s what the experts say
Are space heaters safe to leave on overnight?
5 expert tips to keep your carpets looking brand new
Bring your carpets back to life with these expert tips
5 unusual ways you can use cinnamon around your home — and you'll be surprised
You might use this to spice up your recipes, but did you know there are clever ways you can use cinnamon around your home? Find out what these are.
Why has my vacuum cleaner lost suction? — experts explain possible causes, and what you need to do
Does your vacuum cleaner suck?
Does one mouse mean that you have an infestation? We ask the pest experts
Spotted a mouse and worried there may be more in your home? We ask the pest experts if one mouse means you have an infestation on your hands.
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.
