
Chiana Dickson
Chiana is the kitchen appliances editor at Homes & Gardens. With a longstanding interest in non-toxic living, her work focuses on helping readers make practical, informed choices for their homes, especially when it comes to everyday kitchen and household essentials. Much of her content is shaped by hands-on experience, testing products and ideas in real home settings to assess how they perform in day-to-day life.
Outside of work, the kitchen is the heart of her home. Having cooked and baked since childhood with her baking-extraordinaire Mom, and taking casual cooking classes from as young as 12, she spends most weekends experimenting with new recipes and baking up a storm for her friends.Since then, she has spent time cooking with Le Creuset's expert chefs and product testers.
Living in a chronically ill gym-centric household means she is always on the lookout for health-conscious, non-toxic options for her cooking space, helping others to create healthier habits, too.
Latest articles by Chiana Dickson
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I Tried the Dopamine Pairing Rule – It's the Secret to Getting Boring Chores Done With EaseIt's the laid-back approach I needed at the busiest time of the year
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Warm Up North-Facing Rooms with 'Damp Chill' Before Bed With a Dehumidifier, HVAC Pros RevealIt'll boost your heating efforts and make your room feel cozier
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5 Things to Never Store Above Your Kitchen Cabinets – And What to Do With Them InsteadThey could prove to be a safety hazard
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I Tried the Five-Five Decluttering Rule to Stop Closet-Clutter Before It Even Starts – I'm Shocked That it WorksTwo simple questions prevent the need to declutter later
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5 Easy and Fast Weekend Organizing Tweaks That Will Make Your Home Feel Instantly CalmerThese low-energy tasks are the perfect way to start your New Year with a refreshed home
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The Heat Annoyingly Never Reached My Living Room – One Surprising HVAC Pro Tip Evened the Temperature in MinutesIt was the perfect fix in my rented home
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The Easy 5-Day New Year Declutter Challenge You Can Start Right Now – And Be Clear of Chaos by Monday EveningPlus, how to avoid feeling drained because of chores in January
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5 Ways to Stop Common Noisy Home Heating Problems Fast – Keep Warm Without All That RacketHVAC pros reveal the simple fixes you can apply to stop noisy heating in its tracks
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Pro Cleaners Swear by This Free Kitchen Staple to Instantly Remove Candle Wax – Table Covers Look New Again in SecondsIt's completely free, non-toxic, and you already have it at home
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How a 10-Minute Morning Pages Habit Made My Home Feel More Organized (Without Cleaning More)Writing Morning Pages is 'like rinsing your brain first thing,' pros reveal
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I Tried the Drawer Dumping Method – It Makes Ruthless Decluttering Fast and UncomplicatedI've found it's the best and quickest method to beat procrastination
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Professional Organizers Say a ‘No-Buy Year’ Is the Ultimate Decluttering Rule – Here's How It Can Help You Save for a House in 2026It is the intensive decluttering approach that could save you hundreds of dollars
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Pro Organizers Reveal How Downsizing Christmas Decor by Half Now Will Save You Time and Reduce Stress Next YearIt's the January reset I didn't know I needed
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7 Tricks I Use to Make My Bed Feel Cozy and Luxurious Every MorningElegant ways to style your bed for a warm, inviting feel
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12 Days of Easy Post-Christmas Decluttering to Reset Your Home – Your Space Will Feel So Zen for January and BeyondStart on Christmas Day and have complete peace by January 5th
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16 Affordable IKEA Organizing Picks Our Decluttering Editors Love from Its Rare Winter Sale – Reset Your Entire Home With EaseWe go room by room with our favorite organizing gems
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5 Things Professional Organizers Always Do Before January 1 to Reduce Clutter and Start the New Year StreamlinedThey're small, but make a big difference
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10 Things You Should Never Store in a Refrigerator Door, According to ChefsKeep your fridge organized and your food fresh by storing these items elsewhere
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This Simple Hot Water and Lemon Knife Trick Halves Clean-Up Time When Cooking Big MealsIt's completely non-toxic, too
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This Simple HVAC Trick Instantly Solved Slow-Heating Radiators and Cold Spots in My HomeIt is a quick fix for winter, but it could be a sign of a deeper issue
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This Quick Dryer Sheet Entryway Hack Banishes Musty Smells Before Guests ArriveIt takes only seconds to make a difference, and you only need a dryer sheet
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Expert-Approved Ways to Easily Store Christmas Decorations Without Stress or DamageThese expert tips for packing away your festive items will make decorating next year easier and save space
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Emergency Pros Reveal 5 Quick Steps You Must Take at Home as Extreme Cold Weather Hits – Prevent Frozen Pipes, Heat Loss, and DamageWinter-proof your home before it’s too late
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Ignoring These 3 Ice Dam Warning Signs After Snow Can Lead to Serious Water Damage and Costly RepairsStaying vigilant and acting fast can save you $1,000s in repairs
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