Claire Dangalan
Location
Baguio City, Philippines
School
Saint Louis University, Baguio City
Expertise
Property Management, Sustainable Home Design, Gardening
- A true nature lover and an advocate for sustainability, Claire professes a fascination and passion for biophilic design.
- Although she admits that she didn't inherit her mom's and maternal grandmother's green thumbs, it didn't stop her from going plant-crazy during the pandemic and building a mini jungle on her balcony.
- Her love for finding eco-friendly fixes for common household dilemmas also allows her to share convenient and effective DIY solutions she swears by.
Experience
As a House Digest news writer, Claire has written a number of articles encompassing gardening, shopping, real estate, home improvement, and cleaning niches. She has been writing professionally since 2009. Back in 2014, she helped set up Ananke, a UAE-based online women's magazine, by writing articles on women's issues and working as the features editor. It was during her stint with Ananke that Claire experienced one of the high points of her writing career: interviewing Marion Nestle, a prominent American food scientist, molecular biologist, and public health advocate. She now works full-time as a content editor and continues to freelance as an editor, copywriter, ghostwriter, and writing reviewer.
Education
Claire has a bachelor's degree in English and has yet to finish her thesis for her master's in sociocultural anthropology.
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Stories By Claire Dangalan
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Hummingbirds are a delight to have in the yard - not to mention they're great pollinators. These succulents will attract them to your garden.
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Outdoor furniture needs to be incredibly durable, so when you're perusing your upholstery options, keep these ultra-hard-wearing fabrics in mind.
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Has poison sumac taken over your yard? There are many ways to get rid of it, including smothering it. Here, we'll explain whether or not this method works.
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Beginner gardeners have fewer options when deciding how to fill their flowerbeds, but this easy-to-maintain flower is a perfect fit for newbies and pros alike.
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Squat toilets might seem intimidating and unusual, but there are actually quite a few good reasons to install one in your home.
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Figuring out the best way to fertilize your lawn and control weeds can feel like a huge challenge. Learn more about what products can be used together.
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Azaleas drop leaves and flowers, so they aren't the best option planted near a pool. Learn about alternatives to azaleas that you can grow near a pool.
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Don't throw out wood fence pickets after upgrading. Reuse those fence posts in your garden to make stylish, rustic DIY planter boxes on a budget.
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Autumn blaze maples are beautiful trees that provide plenty of benefits, including rapid growth and stunning foliage. However, they also come with drawbacks.
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Cankerworms are pests that can wreak havoc on your trees if you're not careful. Luckily, these helpful tips will help you eliminate them once and for all.
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Sweet potatoes are a simple crop to grow and a delicious veggie to have on hand at all times, but planting them in your garden isn't all upside.
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Bedbugs and cockroaches share a lot in common. They're a nightmare to deal with, difficult to get rid of, and oftentimes they even look the same.
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Yellow pillow stains are unsightly and can potentially even be harmful to your health. This two-ingredient concoction makes it easy to banish them at home.
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Many TikTok users are taking to the social media platform to sing their praises of Diamondback tools -- here's why they're perfect for home projects.
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There are many perks of growing plants in your home, and this low-maintenance tree is no exception. Here's what you need to know about this plant.
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If you've got composite flooring on your deck, you want to keep it in its best shape. But there's one common household cleaner you should never, ever use.
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Discover the best time to eliminate crabgrass and achieve a beautiful and healthy lawn with our expert guide. Say goodbye to unsightly crabgrass for good!
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Stainless steel is beautiful to look at when it's streak-free and shiny. If you're struggling to keep your items clean, try this coffee filter hack.
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Finding flowers that thrive in the shade can be difficult, but if your yard is full of trees, don't fear. Try planting this perennial wildflower.
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It's easy to forget our plants need nourishment beyond just waterings, but you should be using this organic fertilizer for an optimally healthy garden.
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Keeping a few bags of bird seed on hand allows you to attract all sorts of bird species to your yard. However, you shouldn't store it in an outdoor shed.
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Here's a great hack to keep your home looking fresh and clean! You can get rid of pesky dust that builds up on your curtains by following these simple steps.
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Hummingbirds bring many benefits to a garden, including pest control, ecological balance, and contributing to the overall biodiversity. Learn more.
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You may have heard that a yellow cup can be used in a hack to get rid of aphids. But does it actually work, or is it too good to be true? Here's what we found.
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When compared to other hardwood flooring materials, bamboo is surprisingly resilient. Still, nothing lasts forever -- here's how long bamboo flooring lasts.
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Ensuring you properly organize your belongings in the basement gives you more storage space. Utilize this unused space in the basement for extra room.
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Every gardener dreads seeing purslane in their carefully planned landscaping. But if it does rear its head, it's important to act as quickly as possible.