Rebecca started freelancing writing in early 2025, after taking maternity leave with her third child. Before that she spent 15 years working in consumer PR, where she specialised in media relations for lifestyle, homes, and travel brands.
Since becoming a freelance writer, Rebecca has been a regular contributor to Ideal Home, writing how-to-guides and product reviews. She also writes for Marie Claire and Homes & Gardens.
A self-confessed homebody, Rebecca loves shopping for homeware, testing clever storage solutions and trying out decluttering hacks - especially ones that save space in her busy family home.
Latest articles by Rebecca Lawton
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These are the 7 garden maintenance jobs to tackle ASAP before your neighbours start complainingA little regular upkeep can go a long way
By Rebecca Lawton
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4 kitchen features that can add value to your home, according to an estate agent and a designerthe investments that actually make a difference
By Rebecca Lawton
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These are the 5 bathroom features that will add value to your home, according to expertsHere's what's worth investing your time and money on
By Rebecca Lawton
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I have a small kitchen and three children – these are the 4 kitchen features that make my life easier,They're all busy-mum approved
By Rebecca Lawton
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The 5 best herbs to grow on a kitchen countertop if you want fresh flavours at your fingertipsThey also work best if you're short on space
By Rebecca Lawton
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6 plants that can keep foxes out of your garden this summer, according to expertsHumane deterrents to help keep unwanted visitors under control
By Rebecca Lawton
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With one click, I turned Miele’s new cordless vacuum cleaner into a mop for my filthy floors – but is this 3-in-1 appliance worth the hefty price tag?The Miele Triflex HX3 Aqua isn't a regular vacuum
By Rebecca Lawton
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The most relaxing living rooms always includes these 5 features, according to interior designersThe simple updates that can transform your living room into a calm, cosy retreat
By Rebecca Lawton
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Thinking of adding a plunge pool to a small garden? Here are 4 things worth knowing firstThe compact pool trend taking over small gardens (and what it actually costs)
By Rebecca Lawton
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5 bedroom trends that are robbing you of a good nights sleep – and the simple swaps experts recommendYou don't need a complete bedroom makeover to sleep better
By Rebecca Lawton
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What to do with a Christmas cactus in summer – follow these 5 expert steps to ensure it blooms again later this yearSet your cactus up for success
By Rebecca Lawton
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I used Tefal’s vacuum mop to clean tomato sauce, flour and a cracked egg from my floorsIt takes hassle-free cleaning to a new level
By Rebecca Lawton
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Experts reveal the everyday garden habits that annoy neighbours the most– and the simple ways to avoid causing complaints
By Rebecca Lawton
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5 dated garden trends making a comeback – here's how to make these nostalgic looks feel fresh againThis summer's comeback kids
By Rebecca Lawton
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5 clever buys experts use to make a wardrobe smell amazingFrom wardrobe sprays to lavender sachets
By Rebecca Lawton
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5 clever ways to get wrinkles out of bedding without an iron – get that fresh-made bed look with minimal effortTry these shortcuts
By Rebecca Lawton
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6 fast-growing flower seeds to sow in July for a quick burst of colour to refresh your gardenSow these speedy seeds now and enjoy vibrant blooms in just a few weeks
By Rebecca Lawton
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VAX just added a self-cleaning carpet cleaner to its lineup – and I tested it out in my homeIt (almost) gets top marks from me
By Rebecca Lawton
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I tested Eufy's budget-friendly C10 robot vacuum cleaner – this bargain buy is the perfect entry-level option for easy cleaningIt may be a bargain, but I wanted to see if it's *actually* worth it
By Rebecca Lawton
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Shark quietly dropped their most powerful handheld vacuum ever last month – I tested whether the high price tag is worth itSpoiler alert: I loved it
By Rebecca Lawton
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Experts warn these everyday garden features are behind some of the most common neighbour disputesThese are ways to avoid conflict
By Rebecca Lawton
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5 places you should never put a bird feeder in a gardenWhy placement matters more than you might think
By Rebecca Lawton
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5 expert tricks to block the sound of noisy neighbours out of your bedroomKeep outside noise from disturbing your sleep
By Rebecca Lawton
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These 5 small front garden upgrades can add serious value to your home, according to estate agentsFirst impressions start before buyers step inside...
By Rebecca Lawton
