Whether you hope to do a big remodel or simply need to deep clean, the beginning of the year is always a popular time to check off some of those pesky things on your household to-do list. Luckily, not every project has to be a big chore. Tackle the list head-on using some of these…
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3 Ways To Clean Window Blinds
Cleaning Window Blinds Keeping your blinds clean doesn’t have to be a challenge. Here are three ways to keep your windows looking fresh: Clean with a sock. Spray a vinegar-water solution onto an old sock and wipe down each blind. Use a dryer sheet. Wipe down your blinds with a dryer sheet. Bath your blinds….
How to Fix Furniture Dents in Carpet
How to Get Furniture Dents Out of Carpet Unsightly furniture vents can ruin the aesthetics of your carpet. Use this hack to keep your carpets dent free: Place ice cubes on your dents. Cover any carpet dents in ice cubes and let them melt. Vacuum the carpet. Run over your carpet with your vacuum or…
Easy Way to Hang Curtains
Non-Permanent Way to Hang Curtains Worried about installing permanent curtains? Use this quick hack get the look you want without long-lasting changes: Make your measurements. Cut out a corner of a square piece of paper or cardboard to match the corner of the windows. Choose your height. Decide the height you want the curtains and…
3 Ways To Remove Odors
Remove Odors in Your Home You don’t have to suffer from unpleasant odors in your home. Use these three tricks to kill unpleasant smells: Address your trash. Pace a newspaper or dryer sheet under your garbage bag to absorb any foul-smelling liquids that may leak out. Eliminate pet urine. Spray pet accidents with a mouthwash-water…
How to Clean Between Oven Glass
Best Way to Clean Oven Glass Cleaning between your oven glass can be tricky. Here’s a quick guide to help you: Gather your materials. This project requires a clothes hanger, a rag and a rubber band. Create your swab. Drape the rag over the hanger and secure it with the rubber band. Remove the heating…
3 Ways to Hide Your Spare Keys
Pine Cone Key Box Spare keys are convenient, but they can also threaten the safety of your home. Here’s how to disguise your spare key: Gather your materials. You’ll need an empty pill bottle, a glue gun and a pinecone. Attach the pinecone. Glue the pinecone to the lid of the pill bottle. Hide the…
5 Hacks for Catching Home Pests
5 Organic Ways to Control Pests Pests are a problem in many homes. Here are five safe ways to keep your home varmint free: Ants: Mix one-quarter cup of water with one-quarter cup of white vinegar in a spray bottle. Add 30 drops of an essential oil – like tea tree or peppermint – and spray….
How to Drill A Straight Hole
4 Steps to Drilling a Straight Hole Get two old pieces of wood from your local home improvement store. Glue the two pieces of wood at a 90-degree angle using wood glue. Let it dry. Use the corner as a guide for your drill bit next time you drill.
How to Clean A Showerhead
Best Way to Clean a Shower Head Dirty showerheads are a problem in many homes. Here’s how to eliminate buildup and improve your shower’s flow: Clean the showerhead. Fill a large plastic bag with distilled white vinegar and tie it around your showerhead. Let it sit. Allow your showerhead to soak in the vinegar for…