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10 Unexpected Ways To Use Rice Around Your Home (Beyond Just Cooking)

staff@hunker.com (Heather Fishel) — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:00:00 +0000

Rice has so many culinary uses and it turns out that versatility goes beyond cooking. Here are some shockingly practical uses for rice in your home.

Putting A Jar Of Coffee Grounds In The Kitchen: Why It Works & Why People Are Doing It

staff@hunker.com (Ryan Cashman) — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 23:00:00 +0000

You might have noticed people putting coffee grounds out in their kitchen. The purpose is very simple, and it works because of what coffee grounds do.

The Paper Towel Trick That Can Keep Your Trash Can Smelling Fresh

staff@hunker.com (Kathy Adams) — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 01:00:00 +0000

With one fragrant addition, a simple paper towel could be all it takes to keep your trash can smelling fresh and clean, no matter what you throw away.

7 Budget-Friendly Paper Towel Storage Hacks You'll Wish You Knew Sooner

staff@hunker.com (Ron Baker) — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0000

You probably stick your paper towel rolls in the pantry, under the stairs, or in the garage, but there are some storage hacks that are much better options.

Why There's Simply No Need For A Swiffer Mop Anymore

staff@hunker.com (Brynna Standen) — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 01:00:00 +0000

When Swiffer debuted around the new Millennium, it was a revolution and quickly deemed irreplaceable in many houses. These days, though, you have options.

No More Wasted Shelf Space: A Smarter Way To Store Blankets Without The Clutter

staff@hunker.com (Kathleen Shipman) — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Store blankets in style with this repurposed item you may already have in your living room, a convenient holder to keep your throws tidy and accessible.

She Turns An Old Tree Branch Into A Space-Saving Clothes Storage Solution!

staff@hunker.com (Kathleen Shipman) — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Short on closet space? The solution may be right in your backyard, as this TikToker proves with a cute, space-saving clothes rack hack using an old tree branch.

Martha Stewart's Ironing Board Hack Is A Game-Changer For Small Laundry Rooms

staff@hunker.com (Amanda Anthony) — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 20:00:00 +0000

Get better use of a small laundry room with this Martha Stewart tip, a DIY ironing board hack providing a place to press clothes without stealing any space.

Keep Kitchen Towels From Falling On The Floor With This Sticky Solution

staff@hunker.com (Cayla Leonard) — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000

When kitchen towels keep falling off the oven handle, this simple, subtle addition could be just the trick to keep them off the floor once and for all.

The Dollar Tree Hack That Adds Extra Hanging Storage To Small Closets In A Snap

staff@hunker.com (Derek Rose) — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Small closets demand outside-the-box storage solutions, like this affordable Dollar Tree hack that boosts a clothes hanger's functionality to save space.

Not Handles, Not Pulls: A Clever Way To Hang Kitchen Towels & Keep Them Off The Floor

staff@hunker.com (Amy Freeman) — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Kitchen towels falling to the floor can be a constant frustration, but you can finally put it to a halt with an easy, low-cost addition in just the right spot.

The Easy Pool Noodle Hack That Fixes A Problem Every Couch Owner Hates

staff@hunker.com (Gwen Swanson) — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000

You may know 1,001 smart ways to repurpose pool noodles around home, but have you tried this easy couch hack that could make lost items a thing of the past?

The Scrub Daddy Hack That Makes Washing Dishes So Much Easier

staff@hunker.com (Kathleen Shipman) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000

The Scrub Daddy's smiling face can do more than cheer you up. This sponge design has several hacks built in to make washing dishes and utensils less of a chore.

16 Things You're Probably Recycling Wrong

staff@hunker.com (Heather Fishel) — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000

If you toss anything you think is recyclable in your bin, it's time to stop that 'wish-cycling' habit because you're likely recycling these items the wrong way.

Don't Throw Away Leftover Orange Peels! Put Them In Your Garbage Disposal

staff@hunker.com (Chris Deziel) — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Yes, you shouldn't put everything in your garbage disposal. But trust us when we tell you that your fragrant orange peels might actually belong in there.

We Put Crep Protect Water Repellent Spray Through The Gauntlet Of Home Testing

staff@hunker.com (Ron Baker) — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 01:00:00 +0000

Crep Protect spray promises to protect shoes with its water-repellent properties. But does it actually work? We reviewed it with a series of extreme home tests.

Easily Remove Makeup Stains From Bedding & Towels With A Cheap Bathroom Staple

staff@hunker.com (Heather Fishel) — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

There's a super affordable beauty product hiding in your medicine cabinet that can help you remove both old and new makeup stains from linens.

Make Your Kitchen Feel Charming With This Paper Towel Hack From An Airbnb Cleaner

staff@hunker.com (Kathy Adams) — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0000

When you want to style your kitchen to impress, start with this Airbnb cleaner's simple paper towel hack that needs no tools or extra materials to pull off.

Revive Rusty And Worn-Out Garden Tools With A Common Pantry Staple

staff@hunker.com (Heather Fishel) — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Make your worn-out garden tools shine again by utilizing a pantry staple that can help loosen and remove rust thanks to its acidic properties.

The Genius Baking Pan Storage Hack That Frees Up Space In Cabinets

staff@hunker.com (Kathleen Shipman) — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000

The battle for better baking sheet storage is one you can finally win by repurposing a common household organizer you normally wouldn't find in the kitchen.