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Take Your Old Items and Use Them in a New Way

When old items around the house become somewhat obsolete or unfashionable, what may seem like a massive pile of junk can be converted into innovative, stylish decor. These 20 items show that it is possible to breathe new life into most of your old things.

21 Incredible Items Unearthed by Metal Detectors

Although treasures like the Staffordshire Hoard aren't discovered every day, far from it, metal detectors still celebrate the cool antique items they find. Here are some of those unique finds, ranging from a Viking brooch to an old Soviet motorcycle. 1. A time capsule dating over 100 years back 2.

Recycle It Up: Ingenious Ideas For Old Items!

Need some creative ideas for your old junk? Here are some old and antique items that, instead of being sold or hoarded away, were reused in ingenious ways around the home! We bet you never thought of some of these recycled innovations!

You’d Be Surprised at How Valuable These Old Items Are!

Some of these old things could actually be worth a lot of money today. Yes, there is truth to the hackneyed phrase ‘one man’s trash is another man’s treasure.’ Some dedicated collectors would really want your old cereal box and would be happy to pay for it.

11 Superb Solutions to Turn an Old Looking Item into New

You most probably have a couple of things around the house that are old, or things you most likely love that you wish would look as good as new again. Thankfully, with these secrets, your old-looking items will look brand new once again! 1.

Don't Throw Your Old Kitchen Items Away, Do This Instead...

A well-equipped kitchen requires all sorts of useful utensils, tools, and other household items that come in handy for our kitchen tasks. However, when they lose their prime shine, our only option is to replace them. But wait! Don't discard them just yet. 

12 Vintage Items of the Past Found by Chance

Seeing artifacts or photos of outstanding or extraordinary moments in history is exciting and interesting, but there is a distinct fascination in finding ordinary items of the past. In a way, it makes the people who used them seem more real, and similar to us.

Warning! It Can Be Illegal to Dump These 8 Items

These dangerous items are highly flammable or otherwise hazardous, and they can lead to explosions, fires, or even pollute the environment with toxic chemicals. But throwing away these items in the regular trash isn’t just extremely dangerous, it’s also illegal in most US states and New York City.

The 13 Strangest Auction Items that Sold for a Fortune

When items go for sale in an auction, it’s not uncommon for people to start a bidding war on a much-coveted item. However, sometimes the items people fight over can be somewhat odd. Here are 13 such strange items that have gone on auction and ended up selling for ludicrous sums.

These Beautiful Antique Items Have Been Touched by History

Purchasing something new is a nice feeling, but there is real magic to owning an antique item that’s been passed down through generations.

11 Useful Vintage and Antique Items That Resist Time

Here are 11 vintage and antique items purchased by the users' grandparents. All are very well maintained, and they all still function perfectly! Some of them are real antiques - like a desk that outlived many owners and is 228 years old and still in use! Amazing, isn't it?

5 Items You Should NOT Attempt to Recycle

However, what is less frequently talked about is that there are also items that should not be recycled. In fact, attempting to recycle any of the items that appear on the list below actually causes more damage to the environment.

Neglecting to Clean These Items Can Be DANGEROUS

If you have an old exhaust fan in your bathroom, it’s vital that you clean the fan cover at least once a year and the motor itself every few years. 5.

Warning: Do NOT Throw These Household Items In the Garbage

There is something about going through our stuff and throwing out the old unnecessary items that can feel almost cleansing. However, it’s important to know that not everything can be simply thrown in the trash, be done with and forgotten.

These Items Should Never, Ever Be Stored In a Garage...

Although we t ypically tend to store items such as the ones below inside our garages, you’ll be surprised to know that you really shouldn’t, because doing so can be downright dangerous. Here are 9 items you should never store in your garage: 1.

5 Surprising Household Items That Are Great Stain Removers

These household items can be found in every home, and they are surprisingly effective at removing stains. 1. Bread One of the most important steps of treating a stain is stopping it from spreading. That’s where a slice of bread could really come in handy.

Did You Know These Vintage Items Might Be Worth Something?

From old computers, to certain pieces of furniture, this list will show you particular items that you should watch out for. Take a look: 1. Vintage Apple Computers An original Apple 1, from circa 1976, is one of the most collectible computer models in the world.

27 Ways to Re-Use Broken Household Items!

There are many things you can do with broken items, with a little creativity they can still serve you in a number of ways. Here are a few great ideas for reusing broken items around the house and garden: Use pottery pieces to mark plants in the garden. ...

11 Items That Are BETTER To Buy Second Hand

We have compiled a list of popular items, that you and your budget would definitely benefit from buying second hand. 1. Exercise Equipment Many people purchase items like dumbbells, treadmills, and ellipticals with the intention of starting a strict exercise regimen but fail to follow through.