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Get ready - I have a grab bag of cool tips that can help you all over your house with all sorts of tasks!

 

 

1. Run out of dish soap? No problem you can get through that load of dishes easily so that it doesn't sit there until you get back from the store, by just mixing three parts water together with one part lemon juice. Spray the mixture onto your dishes. The lemon juice will cut through grease and grime with no hassles, then simply rinse with hot water!

2. Do you have trouble rinsing the shower after you've cleaned it, well grab your watering can; it will be easy to direct water right where you need it.

3. Do you have to dig through your linen closet to find matching linens? Here is an easy way to solve that problem. Fold the top and bottom sheet and one pillowcase then slip the three into a second pillowcase. This way the sets will always be together. If you have an extra set of pillowcases, lay them on top of each other and fold them as one.

4. If you have sticky drawers, try aiming your hairdryer at them for a few minutes. The sticking is most likely caused by excess moisture and the hairdryer will eliminate the problem. Once the drawer is sliding easily coat the runners with some paste wax to keep it sliding.

 

Cleaning Fans
If your electric fans get a lot of use during the warm weather, you know that they can get dusty and dirty...

 

Combating Odors
No matter how clean your house is, everyone ends up with odors from time to time...

 

Drain Deodorizers
Drains all over your house can develop some bad odors...

 

Easy Clean-ups
There are some messes that you just don't want to deal with...

 

Eliminate Smoke Odors
If your popcorn burned in the microwave or the fireplace smoke backed up into the house, you know that smoke odor can permeate everything it touches...

 

Furnace Maintenance
Can you imagine your forced air furnace kicking out on the coldest day of the year...

 

Furniture Layout
Whether you're buying new furniture or just changing the room around, testing the layout can save you a lot of time and aggravation...

 

Home Efficiency
Did your parents ever say, hey "close the door do you think I'm paying to heat the neighborhood...

 

 

Attic Insulation Information: It Can Save You Energy and Money

Looking for attic insulation information is a smart choice whether you are thinking of starting an attic conversion, or are trying to make sure you are not losing energy because of poor insulation. If you’ve seen a rise in your energy costs or you simply have noticed a chill in the air of your home, it could be your attic insulation that's the culprit. Your attic can be the greatest place for energy loss. However, with proper attic insulation information, you can make better choices in terms of creating a more comfortable home. Here’s what you need to know.

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Whirlpool Tub Plumbing Tips

Before you begin, consider your skills as a carpenter and plumber. If you are the average weekend home repair mogul, you may want to sit this project out. You will need a lot of skills with big, powerful tools like soldering tools and a mini tubing cutter. Also, you will need to understand the basics of plumbing and carpentry. If you aren't completely comfortable with using tools like this, you should definitely consult a construction professional or a professional plumber.

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Some Waterproofing Basement Solutions

It's usually pretty obvious when your home could benefit from waterproofing basement solutions. You will begin to notice condensation on the walls, slimy mold in the corners or along the ceiling, or outright water in the floor. Not only is this a sign of damage to the foundation of the home, it can also cost you a lot in terms of water damage to any items you may have stored down there or ruining your furniture. In order to determine the best way to approach your water leaking problem is to figure out where the water is coming in and why.

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Information about How to Install Adjustable Shelving
Many people find that after a few years in their home they have run short of storage space. This can cause quite a problem in terms of messiness and general clutter. There are some very effective solutions out there, not the least of which is adjustable shelving. Basically, adjustable shelving is shelving that sits on metal rails that are attached to the wall. It is easy to learn how to install adjustable shelving, and it is even easier to find things to occupy your adjustable shelves once they are installed.

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Learning How to Change Kitchen Cupboards
There are many ways to learn how to change kitchen cupboards and the choice you make depends upon several factors. They include your budget, time availability and the long term plans for the house. Before you start removing old cabinets, you should consider all the options and make sure you have chosen wisely.

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