
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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These 5 Pro-Chef Prep Secrets Will Change the Way You Do Holiday Meals – It's the Behind-the-Scenes Setup Every Home Host Needs
They instantly reduce mental load on hosting days
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Your Attic Could Be Costing You $100s in Energy Bills Every Year – 3 Easy Tweaks to Make Your Home Warmer and Cheaper to Heat
Good home maintenance now can reduce costs for years to come
By Chiana Dickson Published
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4 Non-Toxic, Zero-Waste Ways an Olfactory Artist and Perfumer Scents Her Home for Fall – from Danish Traditions and Gourmand Effects, to Bringing Nature Indoors
Keep seasonal scenting sustainable and free from harmful chemicals
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Professional Chefs Urge Homeowners to Prep these 5 Cooking Appliances Before Hosting – There's Still Time in October to Apply Their Quick Tests
A little prep work goes a long way to make your seasonal dishes cook and taste better, as well as make leftovers last longer
By Chiana Dickson Published
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5 Quick and Easy Fall Odor-Busting Curtain and Upholstery Tips – They Won’t Ruin Your Fabric and Holiday Guests Will Thank You
Banish stale smells and musty odors quickly and effectively
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How Rugs Really Affect Drafts – And the Smarter Way Pros Say Will Keep Your Home Warm in November
It's a simple addition that could help
By Chiana Dickson Published
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‘Keep the Look Tailored and Welcoming’ – 5 Things Interior Designers Quietly Strip from Living Rooms in November to Prepare for Hosting Season
They're simple changes that make a big difference
By Chiana Dickson Published
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5 Fall Laundry Mistakes That Make Everything from Bed Linen to Clothes Smell Damp – And What to do About It
A few small switches now will keep laundry fresh through to spring
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Boost your Radiator’s Heating with this Simple Bathroom Item – It Only Takes Seconds, but you Must Avoid this Simple Mistake
It's a quick fix that really works
By Chiana Dickson Published
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10 Easy Steps To Restore Order After Thanksgiving – Pros Reveal the Cleaning Checklist to Gently Reclaim Your Home and Banish Holiday Mess
Welcome, rather than loathe the holiday clean-up with these stress-relieving tips
By Chiana Dickson Last updated
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It’ll be Like Halloween Never Happened – A Spookily Efficient, No-Effort Mess Hack Cleaners Swear by to Save Floors from Mud, Glitter, and Candy
Prevention is always better than the cure
By Chiana Dickson Published
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5 Things Pro Cleaners Recommend Cleaning with Steel Wool – Nothing Else Does the Job as Well
A tougher cleaning approach is perfect when used correctly
By Chiana Dickson Published
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You Don’t Need Plastic to Keep Fall Produce Fresh – These 5 Storage Tricks Will Keep Your Veggies Crisp and Flavorful
Reduce waste and keep food fresher for longer
By Chiana Dickson Published
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I Asked Chefs How they Organize Cookware for the Holidays – These are 4 Tricks and Storage Buys They can't Live Without
A few seasonal swaps can make a world of difference when hosting
By Chiana Dickson Published
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The 7 Essential Fall Cleaning Jobs Everyone Forgets to do Before the Holidays (When it’s Too Late)
They can quickly make your home hell over the cold season
By Chiana Dickson Published
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I asked 3 Pro Organizers What They Use to Store Away Summer Shoes and Clothes – Their 7 Must-Haves Are So Helpful
Make the transition seamless
By Chiana Dickson Published
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'It’s Like Rotating Your Closet, But For Your Food': This Quick Fall Pantry Reset Will Help Beat the Panic Of Hosting and Get You Holiday-Ready in 5 Steps
Professional organizers swear by it every October
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Your home is crying out for a non-toxic fall refresh! 5 seasonal cleaning tasks pros tackle without harsh chemicals
Going green is so vital when spending more time indoors
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Learn from my 3 cleaning regrets – these are the tasks I wasted my time on, and what I should have focused on instead to shave hours off my chores
They were so draining on my time and energy
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Burn lavender for the instant moth-deterrent your home needs this fall to protect pantries and closets – pest pros reveals how to ensure lasting results
It's a fast-acting trick to secure your stuff
By Chiana Dickson Published
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An 'investment in your sleep and sanity' – this sunrise alarm can single-handedly help you get up on winter mornings and stave off sluggishness
Enjoy an easier start to the day and drop off more easily at night with this digital 'sleep coach'
By Chiana Dickson Published
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I can’t live without my iron, but hate storing a cumbersome ironing board – this Joseph Joseph space-saver gives me the best of both worlds
It is a game-changer for my tiny home
By Chiana Dickson Published
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I’m sick of musty odors and clutter under my bed – these $22 stylish bamboo storage crates are the simple fix
They're not just practical, they're pretty, too
By Chiana Dickson Published
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An energy expert revealed that I could slash $100s off my winter energy bills with this $17 renter-friendly draft destroyer – it's gone straight in my cart
You can save at least 10% on energy this winter
By Chiana Dickson Published
