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Everyday secrets and tricks we should learn

Here’s a list of clever household tricks that can get you out of a bind using everyday materials:

Make an improvised brooch:

• If you need an emergency fastener, cut a small piece of wood from an ice cream stick or similar, add a rubber band, and you’ll have a clip to hold papers or seal bags.

Hide money in the saw:

• If you want to discreetly hide a banknote, roll it up and place it in the middle of the saw. No one will think to look for it there.

Curtain rod:

• If your curtain rod bracket has broken, use the neck of a plastic bottle cut in half. You can attach it to the wall, and it will work perfectly as a temporary support.

Fill the car’s gas tank with a bottle:

• In an emergency, attach a hose to the car’s gas tank and use a plastic bottle to create pressure. Squeezing the bottle will force the air up into the tank.

Protect the wood when using a nail puller:

• When removing a nail with a nail puller, place a sponge or a small piece of cardboard under the nail puller to avoid damaging or marking the wood.

Quick repair of a cupboard handle:

• If a handle screw is loose, apply a little nail polish to the screw before reinserting it. This will secure it better and prevent it from loosening easily.

Hose clamp with seal:

• If you have a leaking hose or one that has come loose from its connection, use a plastic zip tie to hold it firmly in place. Simply adjust it around the leak or where the hose joins, and it will stay securely fastened.

Brush organizer with clips and a small piece of wood:

• If you have several paintbrushes and don’t know how to organize them, you can use a small piece of wood and attach several clothespins in a row. Screw the clothespins into the wood and hang the brushes with the bristles facing down. This homemade organizer will keep your brushes in perfect condition.

Using a USB cable and a battery:

• A surprising trick circulating among ingenious solutions involves two devices connected to the car door in case the key fob battery dies. While it sounds almost unbelievable, this method relies on harnessing the minimal charge of a battery to generate enough power to activate the car’s unlocking system.

These tricks will help you solve small household problems quickly and efficiently, using materials you probably already have on hand. It’s an easy and inexpensive way to improvise useful solutions!

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