Chiana Dickson
Chiana is a content editor at Homes & Gardens, having started her journey in interior journalism as part of the graduate program. 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 home in Lancaster to ensure they will consistently deliver for her readers and dabbles in the latest design trends. 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 from Lancaster University.
Outside of work, home is her favorite place. Chiana loves interior design and finds comfort in organizing her two-bed Victorian terrace, 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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Can you wash memory foam? Experts share tips for memory foam maintenance
Here's everything you need to know about whether you can wash memory foam – or not – according to the experts
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How to stay cool when hosting outside in summer – 6 expert summer tips
Keep your cool when hosting in summer with these six tricks
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I swear by these 3 things to calm unsightly cables and messy wires – my home has never looked better or tidier
I hate messy cables – these are the three products I swear by to sort them
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Tired of sagging couch cushions? These 6 ingenious Amazon finds will make yours look expensive and new again
Restore your sofa to new with these six convenient Amazon finds
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I just found the best way to make the most of small kitchen storage – and it doesn't involve drills, screws, or a whole new kitchen
These pull-out cabinet organizers are perfect for tiny kitchens with unruly cabinets
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How to make a home smell expensive – 4 tried-and-tested fragrance hacks from experts
These four home fragrance tricks will make any home smell luxuriously good
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How to prepare a guest bedroom for summer – 6 steps to ensure the perfect night's sleep
These six steps will ensure any guest has the perfect sleep in summer
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How to make DIY washing machine cleaner – 3 solutions to common washer problems
Keep your laundry fresh with these top recipes for DIY washing machine cleaner
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What you need to know about selling your home in summer – top real estate agents explain
These six summer sales tips will help to ensure a sale, estate agents swear
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5 organizing purchases the pros always regret – and what to buy instead
'Let the situation inform the purchase,' professional organizers urge
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Can you put vinyl flooring over tile? Contractors share their thoughts
Looking to speed up your renovation? Covering up old tiles could be the way to go
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Decluttering golden rules – 7 laws the pros never break
These seven decluttering golden rules are as good as laws in the expert’s eyes
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How to clean the agitator in a washing machine – laundry pros share their secrets
Don’t let the agitator agitate you with these three simple cleaning tips
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How to clean cork – 5 expert cleaning tips to keep surfaces spotless
Professional cleaners share their top tips for how to clean cork to refresh this rough yet durable modern material and keep it looking its best
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Home fragrance mistakes – 6 slip-ups to avoid when scenting a space
Avoid these six home fragrance mistakes for a better-smelling home, fragrance experts urge
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How to wash and care for cotton – fabric care experts spill 6 laundry secrets
Protect the breathable qualities of this natural fiber with these six laundry tricks
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How to clean up after the 4th of July – hosting and cleaning experts share their secrets
There’s nothing more daunting than cleaning up after a party – here’s how to make 4th of July cleanup simpler
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How to organize a kitchen for the 4th of July – hosting and organizing experts share their time-saving hacks
Sidestep stress this 4th of July with these seven pro kitchen organizing tricks
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Things to clean in July – 6 summer spots that need attention
These six things all need your attention in July, professional cleaners urge
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How to install blackout curtains – Handymen share their secrets
How you install blackout curtains makes all the difference to the light levels in your home
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5 bedroom scenting mistakes making sleep more difficult – according to home fragrance experts
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How to clean a dryer – 4 steps for a safe, simple clean
Cleaning a fryer does more than ensure efficiency, it prevents fire hazards too, experts warn
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11 dream kitchen upgrades homeowners always come to regret, according to experts
These are the dream kitchen upgrades homeowners always come to regret – and experts say to avoid them at all costs when planning your kitchen renovation
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7 things you should never store on your patio – or risk irreparable damage
These seven things should never be left outdoors, professional organizers warn
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