Spring Cleaning Hacks You'll Wish You'd Found Out Years Ago

The Same Solution Works In The Toilet, Too

Yep, you can clean anything with baking soda and vinegar. As long as you don't pour too much down the drain, it works as a natural cleanser in instants. Though it's not as powerful as harsh chemicals, it will sanitize and deodorize.

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The More You Know

  • To keep small cords organized, try this handy hint: Fill a shoe box with as many empty toilet paper rolls that will fit vertically; then place a single small cord in each tube. It'll keep your cords free of tangles and in one place.
  • If you have greasy fingerprints on your doorframes or walls, there's a simple fix. Just rub a piece of chalk gently over them, let it sit for 10 minutes, and the chalk will absorb the oil, allowing it to easily wipe away.
  • Buy a ring binder and keep insurance papers, repair receipts and all other paperwork pertaining to the house in it. Storing all your house information in one handy place makes life easier.
  • If you've accidentally dripped candle wax onto your carpet, there is hope yet. First, put a paper bag down over the wax, then lightly go over the affected area with a steam iron. The steam will help lift the wax from the carpet and allow it to cling to the bag instead.
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