Many things that we've got lying around the house have a lot to offer, more than we give them credit for. In fact, the more we come to learn about their uses, the more we realize that there is no one specific function for household items.
Take WD-40, for instance. While it is usually used to grease an old hinge, this spray makes for a fast and easy solution for many other common problems too (for example, it can be used to restore the color of your old plastic furniture).
Below are some of Ba-bamail's best list of tips and alternative uses for things you've got lying around your house.
Hover over the different pictures, then click on the pop-up image to learn more about each item and their alternative uses.
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How to Get Rid of 6 Common Pantry Pests
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When choosing between liquid detergent, powdered detergent and single dose pods, there are a few things you should consider.
How You Can Use Vinegar to Make DIY Air Freshener
Natural air fresheners are superior to store-bought ones. We explain why that is the case and how you can deodorize your home using vinegar in this article.
WARNING! This Common Ingredient Could Be Fatal to Cats!
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Keep Baldness Away the Natural Way...
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Here's How You Can Tell If Someone Is Lying to You
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Natural Leaf Miner Pesticide that Won’t Kill Your Plants
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A Guide to Growing Herbs in Water All Year Long
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14 Little Known Ways to Save on Gas While Driving!
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Here's How to Keep Your Face Free of Dead Skin Cells
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Home Guide: How to Stretch Your Carpet
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How to Take Care of Yourself While Caring for Others
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8 Ways You're Cooking Chicken Wrong
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