
Chiana Dickson
Chiana is a content editor at Homes & Gardens and is our resident 'queen' of non-toxic living.
She spends most of her time producing content for the Solved section of the website, helping readers get the most out of their homes through clever decluttering, cleaning, and tidying tips – many of which she tests and reviews herself in her own home to ensure they will consistently deliver for her readers. As a result, she was named one of Fixr's top home improvement journalists in 2024. She also has a first-class degree in Literature.
Outside of work, home is her favorite place. Chiana loves all things organizing and DIY, spending most of her time pulling apart her rented home, reorganizing and decorating, and encouraging those around her to find beauty in their homes to make it a comforting space.
Latest articles by Chiana Dickson
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The 'tap to clear' method could be the answer to procrastinating when decluttering – experts say it’s one of the best 'confidence boosters'
Be your own inspiration
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The secret to getting rid of bathroom smells is hiding in your pantry – it sucks up odors and moisture naturally
It's so affordable, too
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5 things professional cleaners notice in dining rooms that are making them dirtier – they are seriously dampening your holiday hosting
They need to be addressed ASAP
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3 genius ways professionals clean behind appliances without having to move them – to save hours of backbreaking work
You don't need to dismantle your kitchen for a thorough clean
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5 perfectly practical ways to make use of space under sofas – they’re great for more than just storage
Don’t waste an inch of space
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7 household items that are 'a liability, not a donation' – experts warn why you should never donate these things when decluttering
They could be a hazard
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This simple $3 long-lasting winter-proof DIY gem will keep kissing bugs out of your house this fall and beyond – thousands of Amazon shoppers swear by it
Protect your family from the risk of Chagas disease
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50 of the best cleaning tips that will leave every room spotless with ease – whether you live alone, with pets, or have a very busy household
Room by room advice, straight from the experts
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I'm tired of knives tearing up my dish sponges – this $11 Joseph Joseph BladeBrush 'cleans cutlery like magic' and will finally end my frustration
Say goodbye to torn cloths and sponges
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How the simple and free 'shake method' can speed up the process of drying your laundry
It's so easy and impactful
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This $60 shoe tidying gem from my Spanish vacation's small Airbnb is going straight on my home wishlist – it keeps clutter at bay without using floor space
It beats any other solution I have tried so far
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They simply 'breed bacteria,' experts warn – 3 things you should never put in a laundry hamper
They cause more than just bad odors, experts warn
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'It's serving absolutely no purpose' – I decluttered my parents' hectic attic for the first time in years, and immediately got rid of these 3 things
It was time to restore order after decades of chaos
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Professional cleaners say my simple dirt test is a great ‘quick confidence check’ before visitors arrive
There is one caveat to this visual check
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‘The issue isn't what you own, it's how it is being used’ – 5 signs you only need to tidy up, not declutter
Knowing the difference can save a lot of stress
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This is the forgotten pantry ingredient hack my grandma swears by for yellowed pillowcases
You don’t need astringent chemicals
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I was always losing track of my essentials at home, but the genius 'lost-and-found' organizing method now saves me hours of hunting around every week
It is so simple, and doesn't cost a penny
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5 things I’m challenging myself to declutter in September 2025 – and why professional organizers are encouraging my efforts
Tackling these areas now will make a big difference as we head into fall
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These $1 Sterilite storage totes are the critical foundation for any organized home – I've never seen them so cheap
I've never seen them so affordable
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This ‘incredible’ and ‘effective’ $19 humidity hack will prevent book mold and help save precious collections
I ran to order these paperback saviours
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Experts reveal the dream frequency households should empty food waste bins to avoid fruit fly nightmares
It breaks the breeding cycle
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Are you 'setting yourself up' for failure? 8 Gorilla Glue mistakes you should never make at home, experts warn
They are so simple to avoid
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‘I like it so much, I bought two more as Christmas gifts!’ – this Joseph Joseph caddy is the key to calm morning routines
It’s ‘exactly' what shoppers need, apparently
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This is the vintage, non-toxic hack cleaning pros love for eliminating bathtub stains with ease
Tired of arm ache? This retro hack is what you need
By Chiana Dickson Published