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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Killing most pathogens and dissolving grease, this surprising laundry staple can leave your quartz or stainless-steel kitchen counters spotlessly clean.
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If you're looking for more storage space in your home, you might be eyeing the top of your washing machine. But is it safe to store items there?
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Lawn shrimps may be strange to behold, but they are usually not cause for alarm. Find out how to manage these creatures if you have them in your yard.
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DIY epoxy tables continue to surge in popularity, dominating TikTok and interior design blogs. However, you may want to think twice before trying it.
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If you lack space in your home to store your cleaning essentials, this TikTok hack can help you to hide them in plain sight and keep your space looking chic.
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You can eliminate pet odors from your furry friends with one simple science-backed ingredient that you probably already have in your kitchen.
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A bunkie board offers support for your mattress so you get better sleep. Learn how to DIY your own bunkie board with a few simple items and tools.
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Making your own beanbag chair is the perfect way to get exactly the look you want. See how these TikTokers made their own beanbag chairs and be inspired!
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If your tiny bathroom is lacking storage, consider this popular IKEA item for under-sink storage. Its low price and easy installation also earn high marks.
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One confusing thing for any new woodworker is knowing where to make a cut once you mark it. Do you cut right on the line, inside the line, or outside?
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Nobody wants cockroaches in their home. Once they've been spotted, you have to work fast to stop the infestation. Try this simple DIY solution.
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Snails and slugs are two pests that love feasting on petunias, often leading to the demise of this beautiful flower. These tips will help eradicate them.
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There are a lot of great reasons to plant shade trees in your yard, but growing them can be a tricky process. Here's how to make your shade tree flourish.
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Those frosty nail tips in your attic aren't just a whimsical sign that winter's here. They could be indicative of serious dangers to your house's structure.
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Ants can turn up in surprising places. Luckily, there's a powerful ingredient you can use to get rid of them (and some ways to repel them for good).
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Earwigs can disrupt your garden by eating their way through younger plants, but there's an easy solution to repel them, and it only involves two ingredients.
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The IKEA GODMORGON pantry hack seems like a good idea in theory. But, does it hold up in actuality? We share why you may not want to use this particular hack.
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Tile floors are popular for their durability, but homes with pets must take extra precautions. We share tips on taking care of tile floors when you have pets.
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Pest repellent is part of a thriving garden. Protect the plants in your home garden while you apply pest repellent using this very simple DIY hack.
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You may have heard of the no-dig potato planting method using straw or hay. If you want to know if this really works, we've got the answers you're looking for.
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Brane Audio's The Brane X offers a portable speaker that doesn't compromise on sound, making it a clear winner of the House Digest 2024 CES Innovation Award.
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There are many downsides to using upright vacuums. At CES 2024, Eureka's Omniverse proves why it is the upright vacuum that stands out above the rest.
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Prayer plants are a beautiful addition to your houseplant collection, but how do you propagate them? Here's the best way to propagate prayer plants.
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This type of common furniture upholstery may be secretly attracting dust mites to your living space, but we have tips on how to keep them to a minimum.
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Honey is a popular ingredient in both commercial and DIY fly traps - but does it really work? Here's what you should know about this common pest control method.
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While adult crane flies are generally harmless, their larvae pose a threat to your lawn. Here's how to keep them in check without synthetic pesticides.
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Vinegar could be your nutsedge solution. However, it's not the best go-to for every situation. Consider these factors before using it in your garden or yard.