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 4 most cluttered areas of every home hiding in plain sight – and how to tackle these mess hot spots once and for all
Conquer chaotic corners for good with these expert tips
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I’ve spent 5,000 hours writing about cleaning, and friends text me instead of searching on Google – these are the 5 cleaning tricks I cannot live without
After testing hundreds of methods, these have stuck with me
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The 3 best DIY window cleaning solutions to use with a window vacuum, tested and approved by H&G's home editors
Quick, easy and cheap to make, these homemade solutions will leave your glass spotless
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The beauty of a tidy home and the 5 brilliant benefits professional organizers promise it will bring
Better for you, the planet and your pocket
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How to clean a dishwasher – 6 steps to ensure a thorough clean and efficient results
Maintenance is essential so it keeps doing its job, so find out how to clean a dishwasher
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'It's just overkill' – no, you don’t have to clean your floors every day, pros say
Unless you have a house full of pets, here's how often to do it instead
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Do you know why cleaning cloths come in different colors? This industry trick is the secret to a truly hygienic home
Cleaning experts explain why color-coded cleaning is a great choice for your home both to keep it cleaner and to avoid mixing chemicals
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The 5 storage mistakes including 'vertical vacancy' that are making your organizing products less functional – and what the pros always do instead
Make storage work hard, not hard work, with these quick fixes
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7 unusual uses for parchment paper around the home – from ironing to gardening and reshaping shoes
These seven quick hacks are sure to save you money
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How to clean a house after a remodel – 6 cleaning tips from contractors to tackle dust, paint, and concrete
Clear away all signs of construction with these smart cleaning tricks
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How to warm up your first floor – 7 expert tricks to hold heat downstairs for a cozy winter
Don’t limit coziness to the bedrooms – here’s how to heat the bottom level of your home equally
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6 things that always make entryways look cluttered – and how to streamline like a pro
Prioritize function with these quick tidying tips
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7 laundry hacks experts swear by to make this endless chore simpler, cheaper and less taxing
From laundry heroes worth the spend, to tweaking temperatures and beyond
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How wire hangers are ruining your clothes – and what professional organizers and stylists use instead
They might save space, but they will only cost you in the long run
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What is the 1-3-5 decluttering method? I tried it before guests arrived and it cured my hosting anxiety
Plus, it made the task an absolute breeze
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6 types of clutter you will never find in a minimalist home – and how they manage to keep it all at bay
These things never worry minimalists
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I deep clean my entire kitchen using just one fabulous tool – it's efficient, affordable and toxin-free
And, it's saved me so much time and money
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Are you over-organizing your home? Experts share the 4 signs you've fallen victim to 'the cult of storage' – and how to walk it back
It's just as bad as under-organizing, experts say
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Calm kid's Christmas present chaos with these 6 storage saviors – and they're all on sale now
These smart storage sale picks keep even the most chaotic of kids tidy
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7 things everyone should get rid of on New Year's Day – why this quick clean-up is essential
While tidying may be the last thing on your mind on New Year’s Day, getting rid of these five things can help restore order over the stressful holiday period
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When should you take down your Christmas tree?
While not a set in stone rule, there is actually a day dedicated to taking down your Christmas tree each year
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Hit or miss? Experts warn why you should never put a Christmas tree away with the ornaments still on
This time-saving hack could prove costly
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Cleaning trends 2025 – 6 enduring patterns our editors and pros predict you'll see in the New Year including automation, AI and cleaning as self care
Embracing new tech and cleaning psychology will improve your task load
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How to clean an artificial Christmas tree to prolong the life of your festive centerpiece, avoid mold and keep it smelling good
It might only be out for a month, but your tree gets dirtier than you realize
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