Articles by Chiana Dickson, Content Editor

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

A small red garden shed surrounded by green bushes and tress, and scattered garden tools.

Professional gardeners reveal how they store gardening tools properly in the fall without damage – you'll need to consider humidity, rain, and cooler temperatures

Keep tools in tip-top shape for next spring

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Chiana Dickson

Latest articles by Chiana Dickson

Professional gardeners reveal how they store gardening tools properly in the fall without damage – you'll need to consider humidity, rain, and cooler temperatures

I swapped big tidying sessions of my awkward living room for mini resets for a week – now I’m hooked

‘Keep it simple, keep it handy’ – top chefs urge you to do these 3 things to your kitchen to declutter like a line cook

Tired of big machines for small messes? This compact, light 'beast of a machine' banishes decades-old stains in seconds – it's great for pet messes, too

Forget terrible suction shower shelves, this drill-free organizing hero is the customizable alternative that stays put

I love this $1 hack for removing shoe odor overnight – it’s mess-free, non-toxic, and needs little effort

‘You’re risking more than just a streaky countertoр’ – 7 signs it’s time to replace your kitchen sponge

This cheap household staple is the key to easily eliminating mold and odors in your fridge with zero effort

How to make DIY scented drawer liners in 3 simple steps and instantly banish musty home storage

7 ways I use my versatile Scrub Daddy sponge – and why I will never so much as look at another sponge again

This common kitchen staple could harbor harmful bacteria and cause food poisoning, experts reveal – a simple switch in habits will 'prevent weeks of illness'

This is the angry decluttering method to embrace if clutter is getting to you – expert organizers say it’s time to spark rage, not joy, for easy streamlining

Your house will be less messy, clutter won't spread, and you'll feel less stressed if you tidy 1 vital but tiny area daily – it's why pro organizers prioritize it

'They’re not worth storing' – 5 pool items you need to declutter before the end of summer

'Friendly, smart and no scare tactics' – 5 cleaning books you need to read for simple, affordable sanitation

3 free and functional ways I turned around my frustrating, tiny linen closet storage

'It creates a low-level toxic exposure risk that’s totally avoidable' – 5 things you should never clean with disinfectant wipes

Keep spiders out of your house this fall with this 1 surprising natural ingredient

If you get itchy from detergent residue, you need to try Clean People Laundry Sheets – people with allergies swear by them

'It completely defeats the purpose' – experts urge you to ditch this performative organizing task so you can more easily tidy your home

Handy Halloween decor storage ideas – 7 ways to secure spooky season essentials for next year

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

This fun yard addition can protect your porch from bothersome bats – it’s simple, eco-friendly, and costs less than $50

This simple monthly task will keep your wall paint pristine and reduce the need for frequent redecorating – you need just 1 cleaning essential

‘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