5 SECRETS WEAPONS FOR DIY PROJECTS
Is there a
home maintenance project that’s been lingering on your to-do list for too long
because you’re dreading the trip to the hardware or craft store? There are some
projects you can tackle with items that are almost certainly already in your
home.
1. Vinegar: There’s
probably a jug of vinegar in your pantry right now. You can soak items in
vinegar to remove mineral deposits (like in a clogged showerhead), and you can
boil vinegar in your microwave to remove odors and make it easier to clean.
2. Cola: A
can of Coke or Pepsi can be used to clean many surfaces, including your glass
windows, porcelain toilet, or chrome fixtures. Just do some research before
using it on metal surfaces, as it can be corrosive.
3. Baking
soda: This item may actually be more useful for
applications other than baking. A baking soda-vinegar paste is great for
cleaning bathrooms and kitchens. Baking soda can also be used to absorb odors.
4. Butter
knife: Screwdrivers are easy to misplace. If can’t
find a screwdriver when you need one, a butter knife—preferably an older one
that you no longer need for table setting—is pretty effective for both
Phillips- and flat-head screws.
5. Toothpaste: Is
there an unsightly scratch on your car or bike? The grit in tarter-control
toothpastes makes for an effective scratch remover. Clean the scratch, apply
some toothpaste, let it sit for a few minutes, and then buff it out with paper
towel.
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