How to Make Homemade Laundry Detergent So You Never Have to Buy It Again

The average Canadian household does at least four loads of laundry a week. Imagine how much you could save if you whipped up this DIY detergent from scratch...

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Painless Ways to Slash Your Monthly Expenses

Cut these unnecessary purchases from your budget and you'll be amazed at how much money you can save.


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Baking Soda Can Be a Powerful Cleanser—But You Should Never Use It Here

It seems like baking soda can get any job done, but it can actually cause damage when used to clean...


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20 Things to Do with Baking Soda

You've probably got a box of baking soda sitting at the back of your fridge, but this powerful deodorizer has...


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10 Quick Fixes For Smelly Shoes

Do people turn up their noses when you take off your shoes? These home remedies can help.

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The Clever Way to Put Car Wax to Work—in Your Kitchen!

If you're only using car wax to add lustre to your vehicle's finish, you're tapping just a fraction of its...


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Genius Hacks That Make Laundry Day Less of a Hassle

Doing the laundry might not be your favourite chore, but these time-saving tricks will definitely make it easier.

How to Make Stale Bread Taste Delicious Again

This simple technique will soften that rock-hard loaf in no time at all.


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20 Clever New Uses For Old Nail Polish

It turns out the usefulness of nail polish isn't limited to your nails. Check out these extraordinary ways to put...


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Garage Door Won’t Close All the Way? Here’s How to Fix It

The extent to which your garage door opens and closes is controlled by its travel setting. Here's how to adjust...


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12 Clever Uses For Pillowcases You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner

Got old bedding collecting dust in the linen closet? Put it to work all around the house with these clever...

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Brilliant Steel Wool Hacks You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner

If you're only using steel wool to scrub your pots, you're tapping just a fraction of its potential! Find out...


What You Should Know About Car Wax

If you've never waxed your car before but are interested in giving it a try, here's what you need to...


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Why You Should Throw Out Five Things Every Monday

...And more weekly chores that will keep your home clean, organized and efficient in every way.


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Quick Home Repairs You Can Do in 10 Minutes—or Less!

Need a quick fix for that broken chair, showerhead or window blind? You can tackle these do-it-yourself projects in no...


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If You’re Only Using Ammonia to Clean Jewelry, You’re Tapping Just a Fraction of Its Pot...

Ammonia often plays second fiddle to bleach, but it’s one of the most powerful cleaning products in your arsenal.

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This Clever Landscaping Trick Will Transform Your Yard

Ever wish you could reorganize your garden after seeing how the mature plants look? Here's a genius way to do...


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The Filthiest Items in Your Home (and How to Clean Them!)

Areas that are tough to clean—whether it's because they're tricky to reach or take too much elbow-grease—are often the most...


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Cool Uses for Ice Cubes All Around the House

If you're only using ice cubes to keep your drinks chilled, you're tapping just a fraction of their potential.


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20 Clever Uses for Plastic Wrap You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner

If you're only using plastic wrap to keep your leftovers fresh, you're tapping just a fraction of its potential.


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Why You Should Never Throw Out an Old Garden Hose

When your old garden hose springs a leak or two, don't throw it out! Here are five clever ways to...


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Check Out This Incredible Camper Trailer Makeover

After almost 50 years of exposure to the sun, snow and rain, every exterior surface of this camper trailer needed work.


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Never Do This to Your Lawn

Want lush green landscaping all summer long? Avoid these common lawn care mistakes.


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This Brilliant Hack Will Make Your Cheese Last Longer

...And more thrifty ways to put a pantry staple to work all around the house.


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Don’t Toss That Wine Cork in the Trash Just Yet!

You may be unable to turn water into wine, but you *can* turn those old corks into something useful.

Brilliant Uses For Dryer Lint in Your Back Yard and Garden

When dryer lint piles up, it can become a fire hazard. But before you toss it in the trash, consider...


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How to Unclog a Toilet Without a Plunger

Five tricks worth trying if you're ever faced with this nightmare scenario.


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Clever Coffee Can Hacks That’ll Save You Time, Money and Effort

Emptied all of the coffee out of the coffee can? Don't throw it out just yet! Here are 15 genius...


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Handy Nail Polish Remover Hacks (That Have Nothing to Do With Your Nails)

If you’ve only been using nail polish remover on your manicure, you’re tapping just a fraction of its potential.


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20 Tricks to Keep Your House Cool Without Air Conditioning

When the weather heats up, turning on the AC also means emptying your wallet. To avoid the high cost of...


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13 Laundry Mistakes Everyone Makes (And How to Fix Them)

Keep your clothes cleaner, your home greener and your hydro bill a bit more manageable with these expert laundry tips.