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With the Covid-19 virus spreading like wildfire, it is important to follow a strict hand washing regimen to help stop the spread of the virus. See how to make your own hand sanitizer in case you can't get any from the stores! Combine in a bowl: ⅔-cup rubbing alcohol (99% Isopropyl Alcohol) ⅓-cup Aloe Vera gel. Stir. Decant into a clean soap or pump...
The internet is full of oven cleaning solutions, but no one explains how to remove grease and grime from messy oven racks. Keeping oven racks clean is one of the most dreadful and irritating chores of any homeowner. There are a lot of self-cleaning ovens on the market, but I don't trust them because, over time, they may damage the...
When was the last time you took a look under your stove’s hood filter and checked out the range hood filter? I bet that it’s been awhile since…you’ve never done this! And let me tell you something: you're not going to like what’s in there. The main purpose of a hood filter is to collect grease, but that mess...
When you purchase a pair of leather shoes you must know how to care about your beautiful walking treasures in order to extend their life. But, caring about your leather shoes doesn’t mean necessarily to purchase expensive leather products. There are several out-of-the-box hacks that will make your leather shoes look impeccable! 1. Loosen-up tight leather shoes with the hair...
Did you know that Dawn dish soap is more than an ordinary dishwashing detergent? Actually, this mundane liquid dish soap has some interesting uses around the house. Greasy hair won’t be a problem anymore if you wash it once a week with Dawn. Fleas can be kept at a long distance if you wash your dog with this dish...
I just got my driving license and I’m practicing my driving skills on an old Ford Focus that my mother used to drive years ago. The car is still functioning properly, except some small problems. The AC is not working as it should alongside with the signaling and foggy headlights. After fixing my AC and signaling in a garage,...
There's a high chance that your couch cushions will smell musty if you share the couch with your furry friends. Yeah, wet or dirty fur may add a tint of funky odor to the couch. But, not only furry friends can do that! Human friends may also contribute to the funky odor. Let’s take my boyfriend’s best friend for...
The same old cold season problem faced by most drivers: interior condensation. I honestly can tell you that it became a habit in wiping the windshield every morning with a kitchen roll, but it’s quite messy and expensive. So, in order to prevent condensation inside the car, I decided to make a brief research in how to stop condensation and...
If mold start growing on your bathroom or kitchen ceiling it might be a sign of poor ventilation. As steam and water vapor get trapped in the bathroom or kitchen will condense on the ceiling causing a damp spot which is perfect for mold and bacteria growth. Well, I learned this the hard way. Since I don’t have a...
Rust pipes are a common problem in most American homes. When exposed to damp environment, metal pipes can develop rust which may ruin it entirely by eating through the ferrous metal. How can I deal with rusted pipes? The best way to deal with rust is to prevent it by keeping metal surfaces dry. Of course, this is not always...