Handyman Shares Easy DIY Fixes to Common Home Concerns

We spend a lot of time at home, always trying to find the right time to take care of all those little things that need fixing around the house. Handymen have shared with us these simple tips and tricks to fix common household issues, such as bent carpet dents or removing hard water stains from the toilet bowl. Some hacks can be done with items and products we already have laying around the house; we would only repurpose them, such as white vinegar and baking soda. Others need a trip to the local hardware store, but they are cheap and easy to find, as would be the case for felt stickers for furniture and hot glue sticks.

Maintaining the house does not have to be expensive or require the presence of a plumber or handyman; there are many small things we can do ourselves. Making our home look nice and comfortable is essential since we spend a lot of time there. Many people also change the furniture setting or use gardening to add a bit of coziness and green to the scenery.

Removing Wood Scratches

It’s frustrating to find new scratches on your beloved wooden furniture, especially when they were a family heirloom or were very expensive to buy. But luckily, there is a simple and quick hack to fix this.

Just get some regular walnuts from your local store and rub them directly over the scratch. Then gently rub the area with a finger; the warmth of your skin will help the wood absorb the oils from the walnut.

Fixing Carpet Dents

It’s refreshing to rearrange the furniture around the house, especially now that we get to spend a lot of time at home. Moving stuff around can give our homes a new look and make us feel good about ourselves.

But what do we do with the dents left on the carpet? Simply place a few ice cubes on top of the dents and leave them overnight. The fibers will slowly return to their original form.

Cleaning Wooden Cutting Boards

It’s important to keep all kitchen tools clean since they handle the food we consume. Cutting boards are tricky to keep sanitized due to all the nooks and crannies they collect over time and the natural porosity of the wood.

There is a simple hack to clean them and get rid of stains and odors. Place coarse salt over the board and rub it with half a lemon. The combination acts as an exfoliant and disinfectant.

Pool Noodle Upcycle

What can you do with all those pool noodles that are leftover from the summer? Well, it turns out that they can be upcycled! Do you tend to lose pieces of clothing down the side of your washing machine?

Place a pool noodle in the gap between the washing machine and the wall; it will create a barrier, so nothing falls down that nook. You can rest assured that you’ll never lose a sock again!