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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High-touch areas should be disinfected regularly to avoid illness. Discover the germiest spots in your home and how to disinfect them with hydrogen peroxide.
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Hummingbirds can bring lots of benefits to your backyard, and you can easily attract them by planting a particularly beautiful flowering tree.
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If you're not settled on hardwood for your kitchen, but still want something durable, moisture-resistant, and eco-friendly, we have the perfect material.
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Dust invades homes of all sizes and maintenance schedules. So, if there's a specialty item that reduces its accumulation, it might be best to try it.
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Sure, a paper towel might seem like a quick and easy way to dry those dishes, but the easy way is rarely the right way. You never know what damage you'll do.
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Fashion and lifestyle blogger Lee Anne Benjamin has shared an easy shoe storage solution for your entryway on TikTok that's both stylish and smart.
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If your kitchen is filled with paper clutter or small items that don't have a place in your home, discover a Dollar Tree item that will help you stay tidy.
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Making your own garden path with pavers might seem like a daunting task, but there is one tool that simplifies the process -- and it's TikTok approved!
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TikTok's genius solution for tidy shoe storage in a small closet is an affordable and easy way to deal with keeping your shoes organized and creating space.
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Cleaning your bathroom is a necessary household chore, but are you cleaning your bathroom floor often enough? Here's how often you should clean your floor.
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Most people have tons of questions when it comes to buying a new home, but there are a few common ones that your realtor may not be willing to answer.
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You might think you are a dab hand at cleaning your toilet, but how often do you think about cleaning the flapper? Not often enough, that's how often.
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Struggling to find enough space to hang all your clothes in your cramped closet? One unique IKEA product that only costs $5 may just be your saving grace.
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This weed pops up everywhere, but did you know it can help keep mosquitos away too? If you want a pest-free yard, consider this common plant.
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Winter aconites add a gorgeous pop of color in early spring, but there are a few factors that you must keep in mind before planting them in your yard.
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This laundry basket hack uses your staircase in an unconventional way to make sorting and organizing your laundry a breeze -- while saving space.
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Rust creates a bond with fabric that most laundry detergents can't get out. These household essentials will do the trick, leaving your garments stain-free.
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While you may know that vinegar is a natural disinfectant and effective stain remover, many don't know this benefit of leaving a bowl of vinegar in your garage.
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Spring-blooming bulbs need certain care conditions before they can grow into the stunning flowers gardeners enjoy so much. This hack will help them grow.
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Blackberries are a delicious fruit, making this a great plant to have in the garden. To ensure their healthy growth, make sure you avoid these errors.
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Lots of people forget that you must prepare your soiled laundry before tossing it in the wash. Zippers are especially important to avoid damaging your clothing.
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Did you know you can use coffee grounds more than once? Using the best way to store them, you can have coffee grounds for all your home and garden needs.
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If you have a mealybug infestation, you've probably tried a lot of solutions. But there is one you may not have heard of yet -- you should give it a try.
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This red hot flower is a beauty, known for its unique appearance. It has the benefit of attracting hummingbirds to the garden, among other pollinators.
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You may have noticed the trend of locating kitchens on the second floor of a house. If you're considering doing this, here are the advantages and disadvantages.
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Marigolds bring a lot to your garden aside from their beautiful blooms. If you have marigolds, make sure you are taking care of them properly.
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Mason jars seem to have a million and one different uses. This tissue holder DIY is one way to reuse an old mason jar and give it a new purpose.