Everyday DIY Delights: simple Hacks

 




Everyday DIY Delights: 10 Simple Hacks for a Happier Home


1. Banish Bad Odors: DIY Air Freshener


- Ingredients:

   - 1 cup water

   - 1/2 cup baking soda

   - 10 drops of your favorite essential oil (e.g., lavender, lemon, or eucalyptus)

   - Spray bottle


- Instructions:

   1. Combine water and baking soda in a bowl.

   2. Add essential oil and stir until dissolved.

   3. Pour the mixture into a spray bottle.

   4. Shake well and spray around your home to freshen up.


2. Shine Your Stainless Steel: Fingerprint Remover


- Ingredients:

   - 2 tablespoons baking soda

   - 1 tablespoon water


- Instructions:

   1. Mix baking soda and water to form a paste.

   2. Apply the paste to your stainless steel appliances using a soft cloth.

   3. Gently rub in a circular motion to remove fingerprints and smudges.

   4. Rinse the surface with clean water and dry with a microfiber cloth.


3. Unclog Your Drain: Baking Soda & Vinegar Power


- Ingredients:

   - 1/2 cup baking soda

   - 1 cup white vinegar


- Instructions:

   1. Pour 1/2 cup baking soda down the drain.

   2. Immediately pour 1 cup of white vinegar down the drain.

   3. Let the mixture fizz for a few minutes.

   4. Flush with hot water.

   5. Repeat as needed for stubborn clogs.


4. Clean Your Microwave: Steam & Lemon Power


- Ingredients:

   - 1 cup water

   - 2-3 lemon slices


- Instructions:

   1. Fill a microwave-safe bowl with water and lemon slices.

   2. Microwave on high for 3-5 minutes, or until the water is steaming.

   3. Let the bowl cool slightly, then carefully remove it from the microwave.

   4. Wipe down the interior of the microwave with a damp cloth.

   5. For stubborn stains, use a paste of baking soda and water to scrub the affected areas.


5. Freshen Up Your Fridge: Baking Soda & Citrus


- Ingredients:

   - 1/2 cup baking soda

    - Lemon or orange slices


- Instructions:

   1. Remove all food from your fridge and clean the shelves and drawers with a mild soap and water solution.

   2. Place a small bowl of baking soda in the fridge to absorb odors. Replace the baking soda every few weeks.

   3. Place a few slices of lemon or orange in the fridge to add a fresh scent.


6. Clean Your Oven: Baking Soda & Vinegar Power


- Ingredients:

   - Baking soda

   - Water

   - White vinegar


- Instructions:

   1. For a quick clean, use a commercial oven cleaner. Follow the instructions on the product label carefully.

   2. For a natural approach, make a paste of baking soda and water. Apply the paste to the interior of the oven and let it sit for a few hours before wiping clean.

   3. Use a mixture of white vinegar and water to clean the oven door and glass.


7. Clean Your Dishwasher: Tablet or Vinegar


- Ingredients:

   - Dishwasher cleaner tablet or white vinegar


- Instructions:

   1. Run a cycle with a dishwasher cleaner tablet or a mixture of white vinegar and water.

    2. Follow the instructions in your dishwasher's manual.

   3. After the cycle is complete, wipe down the interior of the dishwasher with a damp cloth.


8. Clean Your Garbage Disposal: Ice & Citrus


- Ingredients:

   - Ice cubes

   - Lemon or orange peels


- Instructions:

   1. Run cold water down the drain.

   2. Drop in a few ice cubes and a handful of lemon or orange peels.

   3. Run the disposal for a few seconds to grind up the ice and peels.


9. Clean Your Washing Machine: Tablet or Vinegar


- Ingredients:

   - Washing machine cleaner tablet or white vinegar


- Instructions:

   1. Run a cycle with a washing machine cleaner tablet or a mixture of white vinegar and water.

   2. Follow the instructions in your washing machine's manual.

   3. After the cycle is complete, wipe down the interior of the washing machine with a damp cloth.


10.  Freshen Up Your Cutting Board: Lemon & Salt Scrub


- Ingredients:

   - Lemon wedge

   - Salt


- Instructions:

   1. Sprinkle salt generously over your cutting board.

   2. Rub the lemon wedge over the salt, scrubbing the surface.

   3. Rinse the board thoroughly with water and dry completely.


These simple DIY hacks can help you keep your home clean and fresh without breaking the bank.  So get cleaning and enjoy a happier, healthier home! 









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