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You can repair a cracked coffee cup or a broken ceramic mug with nontoxic glue. Apply the glue to the broken parts, hold them firmly in place, and allow them to dry and cure. Don't wash the repaired mug in dishwasher and don't drink from it unless you only repaired the handle.
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The blue stains on your laundry may be caused by color bleed from a dark-blue piece of laundry that's mixed in with a load of whites or the blue dye from undiluted laundry detergent or fabric softener. Luckily, both types of stains are easy to remove and prevent.
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You can fit a mattress into a minivan with proper planning and supplies. Measure the mattress and your minivan cargo area with a tape measure; place a mattress bag, packing tape, and stretch wrap around it; load it through the rear door; and lay it flat or at an angle with support underneath.
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Phone cord untangling can be annoying, but you can do it easily by rotating the cord in the direction of the curls and using your fingers to work out any knots. To prevent future tangles, use a phone detangler or retractable cord.
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You may be able to clean dust, dirt, mold, and even liquid stains, like coffee, tea, and wine, from important papers. Try surface cleaning with a soft brush first. If that does not work, try removing stains with a damp paper towel for old liquid stains or a rubber cement eraser for tape adhesive.
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Stink bugs can leave a long-lasting smell if they're squished. To get rid of the smell of a stink bug, first ventilate the room by opening the windows Then try using cotton balls soaked in lemon or peppermint extract. Freshly ground coffee and air fresheners like Febreze may also be helpful.
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Household items made of rubber can become sticky over time due to deterioration. You can use liquid dish soap, household cleaners, rubbing alcohol, or a baking soda paste to clean sticky rubber. As an alternative, you can scrape the stickiness off with a spoon or dull knife.
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Washing and drying flea-infested clothing and linens can help eliminate fleas. Use hot water and a high-heat setting for the dryer. Adding liquid dish soap, an antimicrobial detergent, or bleach can also assist in killing the fleas. Run smaller loads of laundry for a more effective clean.
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If you want to make a cactus flower, be sure it gets enough natural sunlight, and use an artificial grow lamp if needed for additional light. Use specialty cactus potting soil and fertilizer — and don't overwater.
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Routine cleaning of your trampoline and mat is a simple process. Sweep off loose debris; then wash the mat with mild soap, warm water, and a soft cloth. Rinse and let dry. If you notice black residue on your hands, feet, and clothes, this may be carbon, which likely means the mat should be replaced.
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To keep worms and bugs away from tomato plants, use homemade pesticides. Make a hot pepper spray using cayenne peppers, garlic, olive oil and liquid Castile soap. Mix water with liquid Castile soap for insecticidal soap or do your own neem oil spray.
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A garden gnome without paint needs a bit of color. Begin by cleaning the gnome and remove any chipping paint. Jazz it up with paint appropriate for the material and then apply a sealant to protect it. Allow ample time to dry.
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You can weatherproof artificial plants and flowers by spraying them with a high-quality UV protection spray. This helps prevent fading and discoloration and provides extra protection from the elements. Ideally, place artificial plants in a covered outdoor area to protect them.
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You can clean a toilet with liquid dish soap alone or combine it with vinegar or baking soda for an extra boost. If you're in the mood, you can also make your own toilet bombs.
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You can use ketchup, lemons, vinegar, salt, flour, olive oil, and baking soda to make natural alternatives to store-bought metal cleaners that will give you the same shine for less money.
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You can use household products, such as vinegar, baking powder, and dish soap, to get rid of pet urine odors on tile floors. Avoid using vinegar on natural stone or marble floors, as it could damage them.
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You can clean and deodorize a rubber watchband by rinsing it off with water and using liquid dish soap. Use a soft toothbrush if needed. You can also try jewelry cleaner or rubbing alcohol for stubborn stains.
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To rid your kitchen and home of lingering bacon odor, first clean up. Then turn on a fan, open a window, or use steam to neutralize the odor. You can also make your own air fresheners.
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Make homemade cleaning solutions with borax and vinegar that can tackle tough jobs like toilet bowls, kitchen and bathroom surfaces, and drains. Wear gloves and protective eyewear when handling borax and keep it well out of the reach of children and pets.
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You can make either an open or closed terrarium in a few easy steps. You will need a fish tank or aquarium and ingredients to form a base layer, along with soil, plants, decorations, and a cover if you're using one. Terrariums need water and filtered sunlight to thrive.
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WD-40 can be used to grease doors and stop squeaks. It can also be used to clean your bathroom toilet bowl and tiles, remove scuff marks and scare spiders off. Always ventilate the area when cleaning with WD-40.
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Direct sunlight and UV rays can cause damage and discoloration to laminate over time. Laminate flooring can be purchased at Quick Step flooring locations.
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Plug rat holes with steel wool, copper mesh, or fast-drying plaster, putty, or patches so that rats can no longer enter your home. Inspect the outside and inside of your home for holes and gaps rats may use as entryways.
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Pill bugs and sow bugs are harmless earthbound crustaceans that can live outdoors or inside your home. There are a number of ways to get rid of pill bugs in the house, including reducing the outdoor population and sealing holes, gaps, and cracks in your home's exterior.
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You can humanely get rid of owls in your yard by scaring them, reducing their food supply, and making your property less hospitable for nesting and roosting.
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A homemade iguana repellent, such as a neem oil or hot pepper spray, may help deter iguanas from your garden if used as part of an integrated pest management strategy.
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Home remedies for spider mites on plants include a rubbing alcohol wipe or plain water spray in addition to homemade solutions using dish soap, essential oils, hot peppers, garlic, canola oil, or neem oil.
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