Spring Cleaning Hacks You'll Wish You'd Found Out Years Ago

Clean Blinds with Vinegar and Water

Vinegar restores shine and color in sun-damaged places, like window blinds. This 3 in 1 solution is simple to make. Just pour into a spray bottle and shine away, 

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The More You Know

  • Every homeowner should have a flexible-shaft pick-up tool for grabbing stuff out of hard-to reach spots. They're also great for yanking clogs out of drains!
  • A wet-dry vacuum slurps clogs out of plugged drains. Even plumbers use this trick sometimes. If you need to increase suction, seal around the nozzle with a wet rag.
  • Professional chefs will tell you that a damp dish towel under your mixing bowl will keep it from slipping and sliding on your counter as you mix.
  • Instead of spending hours untangling your Christmas lights every year, simply wrap them around the bar portion of a pants hanger and clip each end—they'll remain untangled all year.
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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.