
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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3 free and functional ways I turned around my frustrating, tiny linen closet storage
Low effort, big impact
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'It creates a low-level toxic exposure risk that’s totally avoidable' – 5 things you should never clean with disinfectant wipes
They’re a shortcut you don’t want to risk
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Keep spiders out of your house this fall with this 1 surprising natural ingredient
Spiders will consider ‘choosing a quieter zone’, experts say
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If you get itchy from detergent residue, you need to try Clean People Laundry Sheets – people with allergies swear by them
They would be a lifesaver for my partner with eczema
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'It completely defeats the purpose' – experts urge you to ditch this performative organizing task so you can more easily tidy your home
Don’t make the same mistake
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Handy Halloween decor storage ideas – 7 ways to secure spooky season essentials for next year
Lay your decor to rest without creating clutter
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This Clutter Awareness Week, pro organizers reveal 5 clutter categories that had a 'huge impact' on their clients' wellbeing – and how to clear yours easily
These will help you clear dumping grounds and feel lighter with ease
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This fun yard addition can protect your porch from bothersome bats – it’s simple, eco-friendly, and costs less than $50
Bat houses can offer these creatures an alternative place to set up home
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This simple monthly task will keep your wall paint pristine and reduce the need for frequent redecorating – you need just 1 cleaning essential
A little cleaning effort will reduce the need for costly, time-consuming redecorating
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‘It is effective because it's simple’ – the Mount Vernon method is the answer to overwhelming clutter, no matter how stressed you feel, experts say
It’s the reset your brain needs
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A professional cleaner says these are the 3 tasks you should be doing regularly if you wear shoes in the house
They're a must to mitigate dirt and bacteria
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They aren’t just for travel – a professional organizer shares the three smart ways to use packing cubes around the home
They are a surprisingly versatile addition to your organizing arsenal
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7 habits you need to ditch that are making your rugs dirty – stop these now to save your rug
Some simple changes can drastically reduce how long you spend cleaning
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These 5 places are top of my list when organizing in August – here’s why you need to tackle them with me in 2025
They set me up perfectly for the start of fall
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The ultimate AC care guide – how to clean, maintain, and troubleshoot problems for your AC
Wondering how to clean an air conditioner? These tips will ensure your home is ready for the hotter months ahead
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9 things I’m focusing my decluttering efforts on in August 2025 – on professional organizers' orders
These should take up your August to-do list
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6 things construction pros always notice in terrible kitchen remodels that impact function, risk safety, or make it look cheap
They are often hiding in plain sight
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How to keep pests out of your dorm room – 7 prevention tips every student should study before the start of the semester
Don't make your room a bug magnet
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HVAC pros reveal the 7 costly mistakes homeowners always make in summer – they're making your bills skyrocket and reducing your AC's lifespan
They might seem innocuous enough, but they’re seriously costing you
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I spent hours lost in this brilliant Reddit thread – here's 7 must-try hacks people swear by for streamlining with ease
Thinking out of the box has broken my decluttering slump
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This simple, colorful tip that professional organizers love will help you find things quickly in busy drawers
It's so simple and effective
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'If you're keeping it just in case, it's wasting space' – 5 things people over 30 should not have in their kitchens, according to pro organizers
You'll thank yourself later for freeing up the extra space
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4 things I am ruthlessly decluttering in my 20s to avoid the clutter becoming lifelong baggage
It's been a real turning point in becoming a 'real' adult
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Nate Berkus’ 3 commandments for decluttering are the secret to an intentional but easily streamlined space
They're simple but oh-so-effective
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