10 easy hacks to fix household problems
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From handling leaky faucets to stains to annoying smells, you may encounter a number of issues that needs to be taken care of. Here are few easy hacks to fix simple household issues.
1
Bad odour is a very common problem in most homes. Spray few drops of essential oil in all the rooms to get rid of the smell. Clove, cinnamon, orange helps to freshen the air in your house.
2
If there are marker stains on the wall, you can get rid of it by simply rubbing some toothpaste until you see the stains coming through. Then take a wet cloth and remove the stains gently.
3
Remove scratches from wooden furniture simply by rubbing walnuts on it.
4
To fix squeaky wooden floors, add some talcum powder where you get the noise.
5
There are times when the screws of your doors come off. This is annoying and can prove to be dangerous as well. You can take the help of a rubber band and keep it between the screw driver and the screw that is coming off. This ensures the screw stays in place.
6
Do you notice finger prints on the stainless steel appliances? Rub few drops of olive oil on a soft cloth at the surface to see it disappear.
7
Toothpaste and baking soda helps in getting rid of rust stains from the sink. Apply some toothpaste on the stain and leave it for around 15 minutes. Then put baking soda on it and clean with a spotless cloth.
8
Clogged sink can be easily taken care of using baking soda and vinegar. Pour the mixture in the drain and wait for half an hour. Repeat if necessary.
9
When sliding windows are stuck, apply silicone spray lubricant on a cloth and rub it on the tracks. This lubricant is easily available at hardware shops.
10
Keep flattened pillows in the sunlight for couple of hours and flip it occasionally. This will suck the moisture from inside and help it come back to shape.
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