Mildew can be removed from bathroom tile floor, around the toilet and under the tank by sponging hydrogen peroxide and then cleaning as usual. (testing first is recommended)
Closet odors can be eliminated by putting washing ammonia in an open container and placing it in the closed closet. Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Rubbing soap or silicone on the bottom track of your sliding screen door will make it easier to open and close.
Charcoal or cedar shavings placed in your dresser drawers will prevent any musty odors.
A bee or wasp sting can be eased by applying a paste of baking soda and water. If you are not at home a mud paste can be used.
Get rid of mice by spreading moth balls around openings where they come in.
If you are shopping and need to measure something, a $1 bill is just over 6 inches long.
A snow shovel sprayed with furniture polish and then wiped with a rag will help keep the snow from sticking.
To find the end of clear adhesive tape, use a potato peeler.
Raw potato is very effective for minor burns.
Remove mildew from shelves and walls, dip a cloth in white vinegar and rub over wood surface. Let dry.
Mildew can be removed from papers and book pages by dusting with cornstarch and allowing the powder to remain several days and then brushing off.
Dropping a few colored marbles in an outdoor bird bath will attract birds.
To separate 2 drinking glass that are stuck together, fill the top one with cold water and set the bottom one in hot water.
Peanut butter will remove sticky residue from price tags on pots, pans, plastic containers. Works well for removing the residue from adhesive bandages as well.
Wrap cold water pipes that sweat or drip during the hot summer months with aluminum foil and it will control the dripping.
When you have a lot of envelopes to seal or stamps to affix, use an ice cube in a saucer to moisten.
When wrapping a package with string, dampen it first and it will not slip.
Never hear the alarm clock ring, set it on a pie tin.
A plunger can sometimes be used to remove dents from appliances and cars.
A tough knot can be loosened by lubricating it by dusting with talcum powder.
Moth damage can be prevented by putting whole cloves in the pockets of woolen coats or in bags with sweaters when storing away. They will give the clothes a nice spicy clean odor.
A clean electric razor will remove those little balls of fuzz from an old shirt collar and will not damage the fabric.
Soak your feet in a foam picnic chest, the water will remain warm longer.
A drinking glass with a nick can be repaired and made safe with an emery board.
To identify a stolen bicycle even when the serial numbers have been removed, is to write your name, address and phone number on a file card and roll the card around a pencil. Remove the bicycle's seat post and drop the card inside the bicycle frame and it can be easily be identified.
When spray cans seem to sputter and fail when there is still lots of liquid remaining, turn the can upside down for a few seconds and press the button. The rest of the liquid will come out.
Burrs can be removed from a dog's hair by working oil into the tangle or by crushing the burr with pliers. Crushed burrs lose their holding power and can be combed out.
When taking liquid medication, wet the spoon with water first and the medicine will not stick to the spoon.
For a homemade fire starter, stuff milk containers with newspaper, poke holes in the sides of the container and place under your wood and light.
Camphor gum on a small cloth or paper towel laid where ants are found will get rid of them.
Burning an oil lamp filled with kerosene is the best way the get rid of unpleasant house odors.
Washing your hands with toothpaste after peeling onions will remove the odor they have left.
Do not grease the sides of cake pans. Cakes can not climb a greased pole.
Jar lids will open easier if ran under hot water for a minute or two.
Roast beef can be tenderized by browning first and then adding 2 cups of strong tea instead of water.
Petroleum jelly applied to the top of a white glue bottle will make it easier to open next time.
Place adhesive bandages on the soles of your shoes to prevent slipping when walking on icy streets.
To pre measure the length of a gift wrapping paper from a large roll, wrap a string around the package first and cut off the desired length.
Your cat will steer clear of your sofa or chair if you stuff a few mothballs in the cushions.
Don't have time to give your dog his regular bath, rub baking soda into his coat thoroughly and then brush.
Tying pieces of chalk together and hanging in a damp closet will help get rid of the moisture.
When applying adhesive shelf paper, make templates with newspapers first and you will have perfect fit.
The crust of a chilled pie will taste better if taken out of the refrigerator 20 minutes before serving.
To freshen your chopping board after cutting onions, wash thoroughly with baking soda and water.
To clean chrome plated appliances use a small amount of rubbing alcohol on a small piece of cotton. Rub well and polish with a clean dry cloth.
Tea and coffee stains on china pots and cups can be removed with baking powder.
After grating soft cheese, rub grater with a hard crust of bread to clean it.
Lemon oil furniture polish will clean a laminated plastic table top.
To keep newspaper clippings from yellowing, spray lightly with hair spray. Spray on 2 or 3 coats, let dry between coats.
Clean the telephone with cotton balls dipped in rubbing alcohol.
Peel a banana from the bottom and you won't have those messy strings.
After buying bananas, take them apart and they won't ripen as quick.
Stubborn jar lids can be removed by putting on a rubber glove which will give you a better grip on the lid.
A pinch of salt added to fresh milk will extend the expiry date.
A fresh lemon microwaved for 15 seconds will produce twice the juice.
