School
New York University
Expertise
Making the Most of Small Apartments, Decluttering & Storage Solutions, New York City Apartment Hunting
- Chloe hates asking for help, so they have taught themselves a lot about basic home maintenance, like installing shelves, changing air vents, and fixing leaky sinks.
- Since moving to New York City in 2017, Chloe has learned how to make living in a small apartment much more bearable.
- Between binging Flip or Flop and constantly redecorating their room, Chloe has always been interested in interior design.
Experience
Chloe grew up just outside of Dallas, Texas, watching HGTV with their mother and learning how to write from her father. They attended New York University, where she studied drama and creative writing. While at NYU, they wrote countless plays, short stories, and essays, some of which were turned into full productions. Chloe started working for Static Media in 2022 and wrote for Tasting Table and Chowhound before moving to House Digest. One fun fact about Chloe is that they love fun facts, especially those about history, anthropology, and culture.
Education
Chloe has a BFA in drama with a minor in creative writing from New York University.
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Cleaning Hacks
By Chloe O'Donnell 11 days ago
Want the festive scent of pine in your home year-round? Grab a jar, stuff it with fresh pine tips, and pour this kitchen ingredient over them to make a cleaner.
By Chloe O'Donnell 11 days ago
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Home Improvement Hacks
By Chloe O'Donnell 11 days ago
Hearing a pop sound when you open or close a door is an annoying occurrence. But there is a sensible reason behind the noise and solutions to reduce it.
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Flooring
By Chloe O'Donnell 11 days ago
Beyond its beautiful, outdoorsy aesthetic, river rocks have many benefits over tile and brick, but as with any material, there are a few things to keep in mind.
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Design Hacks
By Chloe O'Donnell 12 days ago
The best equipment to hang items on a cinder block wall depends on the weight of what you are mounting. There are two options for light and heavy items.
By Chloe O'Donnell 12 days ago
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Home Improvement Hacks
By Chloe O'Donnell 1 month ago
Crawl spaces aren’t just incidental — they’re a specific type of foundation, and if your house wasn’t built with one, there’s likely a good reason why.
By Chloe O'Donnell 1 month ago
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Home Improvement Hacks
By Chloe O'Donnell 1 month ago
Reviewers say this Amazon storage shed snaps right into place and can even be assembled solo, making it an excellent alternative to DIY sheds.
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Cleaning Hacks
By Chloe O'Donnell 1 month ago
Bleach is commonly used to clean mold and mildew, but should you use it on concrete? Here's what to consider before reaching for this powerful solution.
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Shopping
By Chloe O'Donnell 1 month ago
You don't have to choose between storing your tools or your lawn mower. This shelter available at Walmart pops up with a simple metal frame and durable cover.
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Landscaping
By Chloe O'Donnell 1 month ago
A tiered container garden is more accessible and easier to design. Why spend big bucks on a tiered stand when you can make one with a cheap or free material?
By Chloe O'Donnell 1 month ago
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Landscaping
By Chloe O'Donnell 1 month ago
Mower blades can develop rust while sitting unused during the off-season. A simple maintenance step before storage can help keep moisture away from the metal.
By Chloe O'Donnell 1 month ago
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Landscaping
By Chloe O'Donnell 1 month ago
Crushed stone and gravel are both landscaping aggregates, but there are physical differences that impact performance, making one better suited than the other.
By Chloe O'Donnell 1 month ago
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DIY Home Decor
By Chloe O'Donnell 2 months ago
Give your recycling bin a break and give bees a place to stay. This clever little DIY can attract pollinators while giving everyday waste a useful second life.
By Chloe O'Donnell 2 months ago
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Cleaning
By Chloe O'Donnell 2 months ago
Green stains can seemingly appear out of nowhere on a concrete driveway, but the discoloration usually has a fairly common cause and can often be treated.
By Chloe O'Donnell 2 months ago
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Landscaping
By Chloe O'Donnell 2 months ago
Aeration adds air pockets to a lawn, allowing water and nutrients into the soil. It also leaves holes and plugs behind that you'll need to decide how to manage.
By Chloe O'Donnell 2 months ago
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Home Improvement Hacks
By Chloe O'Donnell 2 months ago
Regrouting tile isn't difficult, but buying all the niche tools adds up. Bakers rejoice; one essential item is perfect to scoop, spread, and pack in new grout.
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Repairs
By Chloe O'Donnell 2 months ago
It is critical a lawn mower blade is connected properly in order to spin as it should when in operation. Manufacturers specify the proper torque for a machine.
By Chloe O'Donnell 2 months ago
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Landscaping
By Chloe O'Donnell 2 months ago
Though there are some benefits to plastic mulch, with so many other options that are better for your yard and the environment, it's time to ditch plastic.
By Chloe O'Donnell 2 months ago
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Home Improvement Hacks
By Chloe O'Donnell 2 months ago
Condensation inside your fridge can point to excess humidity, but adjusting food storage, airflow, temperature, and seals may help keep moisture under control.
By Chloe O'Donnell 2 months ago
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Landscaping
By Chloe O'Donnell 2 months ago
If you're trying to tackle weeds in your yard only to find that your weed eater line keeps breaking, here are some ways to prevent that from happening.
By Chloe O'Donnell 2 months ago
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Gardening Hacks
By Chloe O'Donnell 2 months ago
Many toilet paper brands use plain brown cardboard tubes instead of bleached tubes. You can reuse these in your garden with scissors or simple office machinery.
By Chloe O'Donnell 2 months ago
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Home Goods
By Chloe O'Donnell 2 months ago
Produced for a 15-year span, this vintage Corningware pattern is a feast for the eyes with its green, orange, and yellow hues and adorably drawn vegetables.
By Chloe O'Donnell 2 months ago
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Repairs
By Chloe O'Donnell 2 months ago
Cleaning moss off of gravel, with its individual pieces, takes a different tack than removing the tiny plants from a solid surface, like concrete or asphalt.
By Chloe O'Donnell 2 months ago
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Landscaping
By Chloe O'Donnell 2 months ago
Cool-season grasses include Kentucky bluegrass and tall fescue. If your lawn is a cool-season one, September is the time to ready it for winter ... and spring.
By Chloe O'Donnell 2 months ago
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Landscaping
By Chloe O'Donnell 3 months ago
Riding lawn mowers can be dangerous if you do not follow the proper protocol. These safety tips will help avoid tipping accidents, especially on uneven lawns.
By Chloe O'Donnell 3 months ago
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Exterior Remodel
By Chloe O'Donnell 3 months ago
When building a fence, aside from cost, you also want to consider factors like durability, average lifespan, and how easy or difficult it will be to maintain.
By Chloe O'Donnell 3 months ago
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Home Improvement
By Chloe O'Donnell 3 months ago
Wondering what to do with those concrete blocks you don't need anymore? Let's explore whether they can safely be recycled and how to properly dispose of them.
By Chloe O'Donnell 3 months ago
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Paint
By Chloe O'Donnell 3 months ago
Possibly save a little money and get much cleaner lines when you paint on walls with this hack that is especially helpful for painting on bumpy surfaces.
By Chloe O'Donnell 3 months ago
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