Hunker: Inspired Home Design, Gardening Tips, and DIY Improvements

Organize A Tangled Garden Hose With An Easy DIY Solution

staff@hunker.com (Emily Kammerlohr) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Skip the expensive hose reels, and look to the recycling bin for this super-easy and practically free DIY solution to organize your garden hose.

The Smart Reason People Are Spraying Their Windowsills With Vinegar

staff@hunker.com (Chris Deziel) — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +0000

The benefits and uses of vinegar extend far beyond the kitchen. That's why some people opt to spray their windowsills with this natural cleaning solution.

Ditch The Clutter: Reuse Paper Towel Rolls For A Kitchen Utensil Storage Solution

staff@hunker.com (Amy Freeman) — Sat, 06 Jun 2026 21:00:00 +0000

Say goodbye to kitchen drawer clutter with this low-cost paper towel roll hack, a smart, easy, and creative way to manage your kitchen utensils.

Stop The Cabinet Clutter: The Smarter Way To Store Lids & Maximize Space

staff@hunker.com (Jasmine Harding) — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0000

You don't have to overthink it to find smarter storage for containers and lids. This low-cost drawer addition can fix kitchen cabinet clutter in an instant.

What Happens If You Put Coffee Grounds In Your Toilet?

staff@hunker.com (Kathleen Shipman) — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:30:00 +0000

Coffee is most people's morning beverage but it leaves behind grounds that must be discarded. You may wonder what would happen if you put them down the toilet.

Woman Uses A Cooling Rack & Binder Clips To Finally Say Goodbye To Drawer Clutter

staff@hunker.com (Kathleen Shipman) — Sun, 31 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000

An organized drawer is easy to accomplish with this smart DIY. Learn how one woman uses a wire cooling rack and binder clips to manage small item clutter.

The Thrifted Fix: I Solved My Family Of 6's Toothbrush Clutter With A Spirited $4 Thrift Store Find

staff@hunker.com (Ron Baker) — Sat, 30 May 2026 15:30:00 +0000

Toothbrush holders will rarely fix a large family's bathroom counter clutter, but one simple thrifted find will keep all your dental care items tidy and secure.

Why You Should Use A Cut Onion And Vinegar To Clean Burnt Pans

staff@hunker.com (Christy Rae Ammons) — Thu, 28 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Burning pots and pans while cooking happens to everyone. Luckily, this hack with two kitchen essentials can help you clean up the mess quickly and easily.

Not Just For Glass Doors: The Product You Should Use To Degrease Kitchen Appliances

staff@hunker.com (Chris Deziel) — Wed, 27 May 2026 22:00:00 +0000

Even though you may only use it for glass doors and windows, this liquid cleaner could be just as helpful for degreasing kitchen appliances in a pinch!

We Put Peanut Butter On Stubborn Glass Jar Stickers So You Don't Have To

staff@hunker.com (Ron Baker) — Mon, 25 May 2026 14:30:00 +0000

Is peanut butter the key to removing stickers from glass? It turns out that the logistics of this hack are more complicated than we anticipated.

Why You Should Rub A Potato On Your Mirrors

staff@hunker.com (Ryan Cashman) — Mon, 25 May 2026 02:00:00 +0000

It may seem nonsensical, but if you're tired of your glass fogging up or drying with streaks, next time you clean a mirror, try rubbing it with a potato.

Not Clips, Not Hooks: Keep Kitchen Towels Off The Floor With This Fast & Easy DIY

staff@hunker.com (Shelley Frost) — Sat, 23 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Kitchen towels hung on oven handles will almost always slip then fall. Instead of clips and hooks, this simpler alternative keeps them more secured.

Why You Should Put A Jar Of Baking Soda In Your Microwave Overnight

staff@hunker.com (Sakshi Khaitan) — Thu, 21 May 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Keeping a tidy, clean space doesn't have to take a ton of effort. Learn how a jar of baking soda can be a hands-free solution to a fresher microwave.

Why You Should Rub Shaving Cream On Your Mirrors

staff@hunker.com (Christy Rae Ammons) — Tue, 19 May 2026 22:30:00 +0000

A mirror covered in shaving cream probably sounds like a cleaning nightmare, but surprisingly, it's not. Here's why you should be embracing this hack.

Putting Ice Cubes In The Toilet: What It Does And Why People Are Doing It

staff@hunker.com (Emily Kammerlohr) — Tue, 19 May 2026 18:30:00 +0000

There's a new cleaning hack that's all over social media. Here's why so many people are putting ice in their toilets and how it helps scrub them.

Don't Throw Out Used Tea Bags: 10 Smart Ways To Reuse Them In Your Home & Garden

staff@hunker.com (Kathleen Shipman) — Tue, 19 May 2026 16:30:00 +0000

Whether you enjoy a cup of tea with breakfast or to end a long day, instead of tossing the tea bag, take advantage of spent tea's cleaning and aromatic powers.

Why You Should Put A Little Bit Of Vanilla Extract In Your Oven

staff@hunker.com (Derek Rose) — Mon, 18 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Guests are coming over in 20 minutes, and your house still isn't ready. Something is ... off. You might be surprised what vanilla extract in the oven can do.

This Pantry Staple Is Supposed To Banish Fridge Odors. We Put It To The Test

staff@hunker.com (Christy Rae Ammons) — Sun, 17 May 2026 20:30:00 +0000

You're more likely to get out this pantry staple at breakfast time rather than during your cleaning routine, but can it also be used to banish fridge odors?

The WD-40 Trick You Need Before Using Your Garden Hose This Season

staff@hunker.com (Emily Ray) — Fri, 15 May 2026 21:00:00 +0000

We use our garden hoses for half or more of the year, then forget about them. This can be an issue, but a little WD-40 now can prevent a lot of headaches.

Is The VaBroom ACTUALLY Worth It?

staff@hunker.com (Emily Ray) — Wed, 13 May 2026 19:08:00 +0000

The VaBroom promises to be a broom and a vacuum, all rolled into one fun package. But is it worth the high price? Our friends at Extreme Reviews found out.