
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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I tried this glycerin hack to stop the mirror in my bathroom from fogging up – and it worked like magic
It instantly fixed one of my biggest pet peeves
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I used to be a lifeguard and this transferable scanning method has stuck with me – it instantly catches out-of-place clutter
This life-saving tip now saves me from feeling overwhelmed
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I swear by the ‘ETC’ method to prevent clutter and save money – my expert-backed checklist is transformative
Now I Edit The Cart and save time, money, and energy
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‘Completion days’ are the answer to laundry doom piles, pro organizer claims – here’s how this hack can instantly stop fresh laundry from piling up once and for all
Stay on top of your laundry with the 'Completion days' method
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Do you need to turn the lights off when you leave a room? Experts have ended this time-honored debate once and for all
On or off? We delve into the details of this age-old dispute
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This laundry heap hack will do away with doom piles – here’s how to use it to prevent mess and speed up laundry
This method can help you put away your clothes in minutes
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7 questions to ask yourself before moving house – realtors promise answering these questions will prevent buyer's regret
Don’t make your move harder, ask these questions before moving to avoid mistakes
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How to clean a carpet without a machine – 5 quick methods for a thorough refresh
Cleaning experts explain how to clean a carpet without a machine for a fresh-smelling space free from spills and stains
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‘It leads to more headaches than it's worth’ – 4 reasons you should never store things in your oven, including fire risks and serious illness
Your oven is for cooking, and cooking only, experts urge
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7 expert-approved painting hacks to minimize clean up – to make an already exhausting task easier
Avoid a backbreaking clean-up after your next painting project with advice from the professionals
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Do cleaning products expire? Professional cleaners warn time could make them ‘less effective, and in some cases, irritating to use’
For the best results, it pays to stay on top of the timeline of your cleaning products
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I gave the ‘try-for-five’ method a go in my small home – it's a brilliantly easy way to beat chore procrastination in seconds
This method is great for those with executive dysfunction
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How to clean a terrazzo floor in 5 steps – expert tips to scrub, shine, and seal this sparkling floor finish
Avoid damage and protect it's shine with these expert tricks
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The ultimate guide to non-toxic cleaning products – what to make, shop, use, and avoid at home
Dodge unhelpful and misleading greenwashing with these expert picks
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6 easy and effective ways to clean your home with baking soda and vinegar
Baking soda and Vinegar is often touted to be one of the best home cleaners, but does it work for everything?
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How to create a non-toxic home – 18 expert steps to detox your living space, including cleaning, decorating and more
Nobody wants to have a toxic living environment. These are the five household objects I swapped in my home to remove toxins from my space
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The ultimate home decluttering tips guide – expert advice on how to prep, room-by-room advice and much more
Whip your home into shape with our decluttering tips
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More than just a scent – experts reveal you can 'enhance well-being' by picking functional fragrances for your home
They have 'been composed specifically to interact with your brain', experts explain
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My mom told me this skin spray is great for stripping stubborn, sticky residue from surfaces – she was so right
Skip frustrating scrubbing and enjoy easy removal with just one product
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The value-based decluttering method changed my attitude toward the task – and turbocharged functionality in my small home
It's proven to be transformative for my home over the last six months
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'It was like magic' – 4 highly-rated toilet limescale cleaners people swear by
They’re tested – and loved – by everyday homeowners
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I tried steam cleaning my dirty windows and it was unbelievably quick and easy – but this one water trick is essential
Steam cleaning glass is super simple with this secret ingredient
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This unexpected benefit of owning a robot vacuum has fixed one of my worst housekeeping habits – and my floors have never been so tidy
I no longer neglect this crucial task
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5 low-energy and useful tasks to try instead of doom-scrolling – this brain hack will break bad habits
Experts urge you to try it for your wellbeing
By Chiana Dickson Published