We tend to think of concern for comfort as a very modern thing, and in earlier periods of history people were much more ascetic. However, household tips and tricks have their roots in ancient times. For example, the hardy Vikings did a lot to obtain the most luxurious pillows and blankets; it turned out that they used rather rare feathers.
We believe home life hacks don’t have to be complicated, so we’ve put together this collection of tips to make your life easier.
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Zip up the sweatshirts.
Zip up the sweatshirts before putting them in the dryer to prevent them from swelling. Also, do not use high temperatures when drying, as this can cause the fabric to shrink and the zippers to curl.
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Use wool dryer balls instead of expensive dryer sheets.
The balls of wool are designed for tumble drying to make clothes fluffier and softer. They’re reusable and can last up to 1000 loads, making them a much better value than store-bought dryer sheets. It does not contain any toxic chemicals or fragrances if you are allergic or sensitive to them, but you can add your favorite essential oil if you want to scent your clothes.
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Clean the shower head properly.
If your shower stream seems weaker than before, you may have hard water: if so, minerals are clogging your shower head and nozzle. Use a toothbrush dipped in white vinegar to squirt clean. Then clean it out and turn the jets to maximum to remove any clogging minerals.
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Disinfect your shoes if they smell bad.
If your shoes smell bad, you can try spraying a disinfectant inside your shoes to kill the odor-causing bacteria. Deodorant can also help, but it will mask the smell, not the cause.
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Use hydrogen peroxide to clean white sneakers.
Some sneakers aren’t machine washable – Converse is the case, and it’s a good idea to read the care instructions for yours. If so, getting rid of the stains can be challenging, but dipping a soft brush in hydrogen peroxide and scrubbing should do the trick. And if you have leather shoes, baking soda will come in handy.
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Be careful when working with drywall if you have a hardwood floor.
If you have hardwood floors in your home and plan to work with drywall, be very careful not to leave drywall dust on the floor because it can scratch the finish. Plastic can be used to cover the ground.
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Do not use wet potholders.
Water transfers heat faster than a dry cloth. Therefore, if your oven mitt gets wet, do not take anything out of the oven with it, as you could burn yourself.
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Use a flashlight to find small pieces of glass if you break something.
If you’re removing broken glass from the floor, dim the lights and hold the flashlight parallel to the floor so you can see any small pieces you may have missed.
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Shake out towels before putting them in the dryer.
Shake out the towels after washing them. If you do this, they will dry better and become fluffier because the towel curls will swell up this way (this also contributes to absorbency). Also, do not iron terry towels, they absorb liquids worse.
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Regularly check for mold in places you don’t usually go.
Be sure to check for mold in places in your home that you don’t visit regularly because it can only grow with moisture in the air and on virtually any surface. If you do notice them, don’t try to dust them off – the mold will come back very quickly.
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Use risers to create more storage space and protect floors at the same time.
Bed risers are small pieces of plastic, metal, or wood that fit under the legs of the bed. They raise the bed, creating additional space underneath while protecting floors from damage.
What homemade tricks do you use in your daily life?
