
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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Using a 'More/Less' List Is the Secret to Keeping Your Home Tidy Without Guilt or a Loss of Motivation, Pro Organizers Reveal
Skip the guilt around your goals this year
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3 Cleaning Essentials You Can Compost to Cut Toxins, Ditch Plastic, and Keep Your Home Healthy
Look out for your health and the planet with these easy swaps
By Chiana Dickson Published
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3 Items I Quit Buying Once I Saw They Were Only Performative Purchasing – Clutter Finally Came Under Control
They simply made me 'look' comfortable, not feel comfortable
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How Many Hours a Day Should Your Heating Be On? The Trick for a Warm Home Without Sky-High Bills
Stave off the cold without wasting money as winter snowstorms hit
By Chiana Dickson Published
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If You Make One Investment to Winterize Your Home This Year, Let It Be These $35 Smart Leak Sensors – Experts Say They Can 'Prevent a Five-Figure Mess'
Get ahead of the severe incoming storm
By Chiana Dickson Published
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I'm Overdue for a Bathroom Closet Clean-Out, And These 3 Things Will Get the Boot First
They are the quickest way to clear a clutter roadblock
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3 Signs You’re Emotionally Drained from Cleaning Your Home – Why It’s OK to Pause, and How Gentle Grounded Resets Can Help You Recharge for Spring
Pushing through will only make it worse
By Chiana Dickson Published
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These $8 Silicone Dishwasher Bags are So Smart, I Can’t Believe I’ve Lived Without Them – They’re Great for Securing Small Utensils
They're an essential for every household, not just those with kids
By Chiana Dickson Published
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The Ideal Time to Salt a Driveway – Why Timing Matters So Much for Safe, Ice-Free Results
It's simply more efficient, experts say
By Chiana Dickson Published
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5 Things People With Tidy Bathrooms Always Have – Steal These Chic, Useful, and Affordable Organizational Wins for Yourself
From great storage items to good habits, people with organized bathrooms tackle multiple fronts at once
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'Holding on to Less Frees Us' – I Used the Law of Least Regret to Easily Declutter My House, and Pros Agree It Also Curbs Future Clutter
Think ahead to prevent stress in the future
By Chiana Dickson Published
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The Secretly Toxic Bathroom Storage Item Toxicologists Say You Should Replace This Season
Easy, right-now swaps to safeguard your health and home
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Forget Spring Cleaning, I Predict Decluttering Your Winter Blues Away Is the Next Big Trend for Streamlining With Ease
Don’t let the mess continue to build over the next three months
By Chiana Dickson Published
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No, It’s Not Too Good To Be True: This Simple Tea Bag Trick Freshens Musty Winter Boots Overnight – And It’s So Easy To Do
It's ridiculously simple, too
By Chiana Dickson Published
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6 Quick Things People with Spotless Bathrooms Always Do to Make Spring Cleaning Easier
Stave off the stress of deep cleaning with these transformative maintenance tips
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5 Things Minimalists Never Buy in Winter to Avoid Clutter Buildup in Their Homes
Think minimalist without committing to the lifestyle
By Chiana Dickson Published
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6 Ways to Heat Your Home When the Power Is Out – HVAC Pros Reveal the Life-Saving Methods to Stave Off Cold if Disaster Strikes
January is prime boiler breakdown month, so it's wise to plan ahead for the worst
By Chiana Dickson Published
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This Simple Vinegar Steam Trick Melts Away Oven Grease and Grime With Minimal Scrubbing
It's a simple, effective, and non-toxic approach to stubborn oven mess
By Chiana Dickson Published
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The Non-Toxic Trick For Refreshing Sour Bath Mats and Towels Quickly Is Hiding In Your Pantry, Reveal Laundry Pros
Musty smells happen more easily in the damp and cold of winter
By Chiana Dickson Published
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This 2-Minute DIY Rule Keeps Home Maintenance Under Control – Plus 3 Easy Tasks to Do Today
Quick, easy, and protective of your home, there's nothing to lose by trying these
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Say Goodbye to Musty Entryway Smells With a Quick Vacuuming Trick – It Works Wonders for Stuffy Spaces
This hidden spot in your entryway could be causing that musty smell you hate, but can't pinpoint
By Chiana Dickson Published
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I Turned Cleaning Into a Game for My Neurodivergent Mind – I Was Amazed at How Easy it Made Boring Chores
Who said games are just for children?
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Waking Up With a Dry Mouth? HVAC Pros Reveal the Best Nighttime Humidity Level for Your Bedroom in Winter
Say goodbye to having a dry mouth overnight and a sore throat every morning
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Own Less Without Being a Minimalist – 3 Simple Shifts That Mean Less Clutter and Easier Cleaning in 2026
Thinking differently about what you own, and what you buy, is the key to a more streamlined home, experts say
By Chiana Dickson Published
