Cleaning hacks:
- Use a dryer sheet to dust your furniture. It will pick up dust and pet hair easily, and leave your furniture with a fresh scent.
- Clean your microwave with steam. Place a bowl of water in the microwave and heat it on high for 5-7 minutes. The steam will loosen any stuck-on food, which you can then wipe away with a cloth.
- Use a toothbrush to clean your grout. Dip the toothbrush in a mixture of vinegar and baking soda, and scrub the grout lines until they are clean.
- Put a dryer sheet in your trash can to keep it smelling fresh. The dryer sheet will absorb odors and help to keep pests away.
- Use a Magic Eraser to clean your shower head. It will remove any hard water stains or soap scum.
Kitchen hacks:
- Keep your bananas fresh by storing them in the fridge. This will slow down the ripening process and keep them fresh for longer.
- To prevent avocados from browning, sprinkle them with lemon juice or vinegar. This will create a barrier that will help to keep the avocado fresh.
- To soften brown sugar, place a slice of bread in the bag with the brown sugar. The bread will absorb the moisture and soften the brown sugar.
- To prevent hard-boiled eggs from sticking to their shells, add a teaspoon of vinegar to the water before boiling.This will help to loosen the shells and make them easier to peel.
- To prevent pasta from sticking together, add a tablespoon of olive oil to the water before boiling.
Organizational hacks:
- Use shower curtain hooks to organize your jewelry. Hang the hooks on a rod in your closet or bathroom, and then hang your jewelry on the hooks.
- Use shoe boxes to organize your undergarments or socks. This will help to keep them organized and easy to find.
- Use a label maker to label everything in your home. This will help you to keep track of everything and make it easier to find what you need.
- Use baskets or bins to organize your clutter. This will help you to keep your home tidy and organized.
- Use vertical space in your closets and cabinets by adding shelves or hanging organizers. This will help you to store more items and maximize your space.
Other hacks:
- Use a Command Strip on the back of your TV remote to keep it from getting lost. You can stick the Command Strip to the wall or to the side of your coffee table.
- Use a pool noodle to prevent your car door from hitting the wall when you open it. Cut the pool noodle in half and then place it on the floor between your car door and the wall.
- Use a rubber band to keep your paint brush from dripping. Wrap the rubber band around the bristles of the paint brush before you start painting.
- Use a lint roller to clean your lampshades. This will remove any dust or cobwebs that have accumulated on the lampshades.
- Use a hair dryer to remove stickers. Heat the sticker with the hair dryer until it starts to peel off. Then, you can easily peel off the sticker with your fingers.
