How to Take Care of Your Knives Like an Adult
You’ve finally invested in a few high quality knives. You won’t regret it. Not only will a good knife make cutting easier, but the materials used will ensure your knives…
The Best Way to Sharpen Scissors
Photo: Ruslan Grumble (Shutterstock) After years of use, scissors can become dull, making cutting difficult. But rather than sentencing them to a life in the back of a junk drawer,…
How to Polish Your Car (and Why You Should)
Photo: DuxX (Shutterstock) In addition to what’s under the hood, your car’s resale or trade-in value also takes the appearance of its exterior into account. Along with washing it regularly,…
All the Ways You Can Use Bar Keepers Friend (but Aren’t)
Photo: Red Herring (Shutterstock) Let’s talk about Bar Keepers Friend, the inexpensive, acidic scouring powder in a can that’s been around over 100 years. In that time, people have found…
How to Get Rid of Scratches on Your Oven Door
Photo: brizmaker (Shutterstock) Over time, normal wear-and-tear on kitchen appliances starts to take its toll, leaving our once-pristine ovens, dishwashers, and refrigerators with dings, dents, and scratches. Take that glass…
15 Clever Ways to Use Toothpaste Around Your Home
Photo: i-jack vin (Shutterstock) When baby bottles, kid’s sippy cups and thermoses for all ages start to take on a dingy film and unpleasant odor, it’s time to call in…
How to Remove Scratches from Glass Windows
Photo: Yaroslav Kalinin (Shutterstock) Over time, a lot can happen to your home’s windows—both inside and outside—including scratches. If you happen to notice some scratches on the glass, you may…
How to Keep Rust and Splinters From Ruining Your Outdoor Furniture
Photo: Ingo Bartussek (Shutterstock) Water, temperature fluctuations, and sunlight can all damage your outdoor furniture—but luckily, a few simple maintenance practices can restore dried-out wood, bring back color, prevent water…
When Not to Use a Magic Eraser
Magic erasers are incredibly versatile cleaning products, capable of removing even the stubbornest stains and hardened gunk from a variety of surfaces. But sometimes, they work a little too well,…
Rescue Your Cast Iron From Rust With Vinegar
Photo: Shutterstock (Shutterstock) Cast iron skillets are great for everything from breakfast to baking, but the downside is that they do require a little more maintenance than your average pot…