Life Hacks That Actually Work

Keep Those Rugs in Place

Oddly enough, rug pads are super expensive. Luckily, there are other ways to make sure your rug isn't rolling around all over the place. All you need to do is attach velcro to the floor and to the rug. Then, stick them together! No more slipping and sliding on your padless rug. 

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The More You Know

  • While using a clothes iron to straighten hair is an old trick, using a hair straightener on collars and that space between buttons also works
  • If the grille on your bathroom exhaust fan is clogged with dust, try a trick that's faster and more effective than vacuuming. Here's how to clean a bathroom fan: Turn on the fan and blast out the dust with "canned air." The fan will blow the dust outside.
  • Instead of spending hours untangling your Christmas lights every year, simply wrap them around the bar portion of a pants hanger and clip each end—they'll remain untangled all year.
  • Sheet pans: They’re not just for dinner anymore! Use your trusty baking sheet to stay organized while you meal prep.
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