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Alicia Chilton

location-pin Des Moines, Iowa

School: Iowa State University

Expertise: cleaning and organizing, home design, home improvement, product recommendations

Alicia Chilton

  • Former lead home digital editor for Better Homes & Gardens.
  • Works in marketing and communications in the gardening and nonprofit sphere.
  • BS, Journalism, Iowa State University.

Experience

Alicia Chilton is an experienced writer and editor. After spending several years as the lead digital home editor for Better Homes and Gardens, where she covered home design, home improvement, cleaning and organizing, Alicia transitioned to the marketing and communications world, where she has tapped into the power of storytelling to connect audiences to brands in the gardening and nonprofit spheres. She has written many articles for Family Handyman, most of which focus on how to clean and organize your space.

Education

BS, Journalism, Iowa State University

Family Handyman Editorial Policies

For more than seven decades, Family Handyman has been providing its audience with ideas, inspiration and step-by-step directions on how to maintain and enhance indoor and outdoor living spaces. In addition to having our own staff of experts, we hire individuals whose skills have been honed through years of experience in the building, plumbing and electrical trades, and as passionate homeowners who have translated DIY (do it yourself) skills into careers as respected creators.

Articles

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Top Work From Home Setup Ideas to Elevate Your Workspace

Bolster productivity, aid organization and make working remotely a little easier with these stellar home office ideas.
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How To Clean Outdoor Cushions

Keep your outdoor cushions feeling fresh with these smart and easy cleaning methods.
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Tips For Cleaning Your Car Seats Like a Pro

Ride in clean comfort with these tips for how to clean car seats. With minimal effort, your car seats will smell fresh and look like new.