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Household Tips

New Uses for Household Items

Here are some great tips for making use of everyday items in unusual ways.

Difficulty opening jars? Try using latex dishwashing gloves. They provide a non-slip grip so you can easily open jars.
Remove a splinter using scotch tape. Simply stick the tape over the splinter and then pull it off. It’s an easy painless way to remove a splinter without resorting to tweezers.
Restore natural wood furniture using tea bags. Steep 2 teabags in hot water for 10 minutes, then allow to cool. Once cooled, dampen a soft cloth with the tea and then gently wipe down the furniture. This will bring out the wood’s natural colour and shine.
Remove oil-based paint from your hands by rubbing them with a little sunflower oil. Then wash with warm soapy water.
Get rid of scuff marks on white leather shoes or handbags using metal polish. Rub the scuffs with metal polish, leave to dry, then rub off using a clean cloth.