The Best Home Repair Hacks from Your Local Repairman

Garbage Stink

After just a few uses, your outdoor garbage cans always develop a nasty odor. To combat this stench, soak a slice of bread in vinegar and place the slice in the bottom of the can on a paper towel. Leave the bread in there overnight and remove it in the morning and the odors will all be eliminated!

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.