
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

Fans are obsessed with Nespresso’s Nomad iced coffee cup – and it’s finally back in stock
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Finally, Nespresso has just restocked their viral Nomad iced coffee cup — just in time for the summer.

IKEA just dropped a new outdoor bench with a useful hidden feature — and it's only $109
By Cynthia Lawrence published
IKEA's new bench is perfect if you want to spruce up your outdoor space and declutter simultaneously.

I love my Dyson vacuum cleaner, but these are 5 things I wish I'd known before buying
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Thinking of upgrading to a Dyson vacuum cleaner? Check out these 5 things I wish I had considered before buying to get the right model for your home.

I tried these 3 expert-approved tips to reduce hay fever symptoms
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If your allergies are ruining your day, you might want to try these expert tips to help reduce symptoms.

Dyson’s top fan has just dropped by $200 right in time for summer
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you want to instantly cool down this summer, save $200 on this top Dyson fan — but you’d better hurry!

I use my De’Longhi Rivelia espresso machine every day — and it’s finally launched in the U.S
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you want barista-style coffee at just one touch, the De’Longhi Rivelia espresso machine is a must-have in your kitchen.

The best dehumidifiers in 2025
By Cynthia Lawrence, Emily Long last updated
The best dehumidifiers to suit every home and lifestyle.

This harmless cleaning habit actually makes dust levels worse in spring
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Struggling with dust in your home? This surprising cleaning habit could be making it worse — especially in spring.

3 spring cleaning mistakes that are attracting pests to your home
By Cynthia Lawrence published
These common spring cleaning habits might attract pests to your home — find out how.

Here's how long you can leave your wet laundry in the washer — it's shorter than you'd think
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Do you often have a damp pile of smelly laundry in your washing machine? Here’s how long you can leave wet clothes in the washer — before you’ll need to re-wash them.

I suffer from hay fever, and my favorite air purifier just dropped in price
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Beat allergy season with our top Blueair air purifier on sale right now — but you’d better be quick!

I finally got rid of drain flies in my kitchen with this common herb
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you want to get rid of drain flies — without toxic chemicals, try this one aromatic herb to banish them for good.

I just found out these are the 5 appliances you should be unplugging after each use
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
If you want to save money on energy bills, these are the common appliances you need to unplug after each use.

5 ways to keep your lawn healthy and green — without wasting water
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you want to ensure lush, green grass all summer, check out these top tips — and save on your water bills

I test Dyson vacuum cleaners for a living — my top 5 hacks that makes them even better
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Want to get the most out of your Dyson cordless vacuum cleaner? Check out these top tips and tricks from our very own vacuum expert.

We spent over 800 hours testing the best air purifiers — here are our top 5
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
We tested a range of models to find the best air purifiers to suit every budget and room size.

Best robot vacuums in 2025: expert tested and rated
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
These are the best robot vacuums we've tested with models from Roomba, Shark, Eufy, iLife and more.

5 easy ways to use a power washer in your yard
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Before you host those outdoor gatherings, here are five ways you can use a power washer in your yard and get it looking fresh again.

Growing tomatoes? Expert reveals this one tip for getting a bountiful harvest
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you want to have fresh tomatoes all summer, this one gardening tip will ensure you have a much larger harvest to enjoy.

Joanna Gaines just launched her latest venture — and its perfect for spring
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Grow a garden like Joanna Gaines as she launches her own brand of favorite seeds — straight from her farm.

I tested the Dyson Car + Boat Handheld Vacuum — and it's a miniature yet mighty cleaner
By Cynthia Lawrence published
A powerful, handheld vacuum cleaner that can quickly tackle dirt and debris in cars, boats and the home — but is it worth the price tag?

I just found out I’ve been emptying my vacuum canister all wrong — here’s how I should have been doing it
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Is your vacuum cleaner suddenly not sucking anything up? You might be guilty of making this common canister mistake — like me!

I finally tried the 5x5 speed cleaning method — and it really paid off
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you want to get your clean on in less time, you might want to try this 5x5 speed cleaning method — but you’re on the clock!
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