Owning a home can sometimes feel like a
project that is in constant need of maintenance. From dealing with issues like
a leaking toilet or faucet to staying on top
Here are some ridiculously easy home repair
tips that anyone can accomplish using everyday items you probably have around
the house.
1. Using cooking spray to fixe a squeaky
door
If you don't have a canister of WD-40
handy, don't worry. The cooking spray will also do wonders on these squeaaky
doors. Spray only a little on the hinges, you should be squeak-free in no time,
too.
2. Painting screws with nail polish to
prevent them from coming off
It's amazing what a thin coat of nail
polish can do!
3. Use crayons to fill in the nail holes
Choose a pencil that closely matches the
color of the wall you are repairing. With firm pressure, rub the pencil over
the nail hole.
4.
Get the perfect caulking edge using duct tape
If
you've ever tried using only caulk and can't figure out how to get that perfect
straight edge, grab some painter's tape the next time you go to the small store
as well.
5. Unscrew a broken bulb with a potato
Cut
the potato in half, push the soft side towards the broken bulb and turn it
counterclockwise until the broken glass is firm to the potato. Remember to turn
off the power by also putting the protective jumper before attempting this
hack!
6. Use a rubber band to remove the stripped
screws
Place a rubber band over the head of the
screw before attempting to remove it with a screwdriver. This will add
additional friction, allowing you to remove that stubborn stripped screw with
ease.
7. Correct nail holes with a bar of soap
This is yet another simple tip for filling
those unsightly nail holes in your walls. Rubbing a basic bar white soap in a
counterclockwise circular motion on hole. If soap leaves a residue on the wall,
use only a warm, damp cloth to wipe it off.
8. Prevent doors from rattling or slamming
with a cabinet door
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9. Quiet, squeaky floors with baby powder
If you have sharp boards, it may be because
pieces of wood are rubbing together. To solve the problem, try filling a small
bottle with baby powder.
10. Treat carpet bumps with ice cubes
Placing an ice cube on the bumpy area your
carpet and permit it melt.
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