Protecting a Hammock Swing from the WeatherI love our hammock swing which we have on our screened in porch. I want it to last a long time. I have a cover to help protect it from rain and night humidity. I made the cover by cutting the bottom off a commercial size trash bag and cut the side to open it up. It gave me a 71 inch by 58 inch piece of plastic.
Guest Room Tips and TricksHaving a guest room is very helpful if you want to encourage out of town guests but it can also be a lot of wasted space in your home. Get the most of your guest room with the tips and tricks in this page.
Shelf Liner for Securing Throw RugsThis is a page about using shelf liner for securing throw rugs. Foam shelf liner can be used to keep rugs from slipping on hard floors.
Grocery Bags vs. Garbage Bags?Using plastic grocery bags as trash liners can be cost effective but do they work as well? This is a page about grocery bags vs. garbage bags.
Using Fabric Paint for Slip-ProofingThis is a page about using fabric paint for slip-proofing. Applying dabs of fabric paint to the bottom of certain objects such as desktop pencil holders with keep them from slipping.
Use an Egg Carton for Painting Bolts and ScrewsThis is a page about using an egg carton for painting bolts and screws. If you have reason to paint bolts or screws, pushing them through a paper egg crate makes spray painting them much easier.
Using Coca Cola for Removing Rusted BoltsThe phosphoric acid in cola drinks will cut through rust and help remove rusted bolts. This is a page about using Coca Cola for removing rusted bolts.
Caulking Around a SinkAfter installing your new sink you will want to finish the job by caulking around the sink to prevent water from getting between the sink and the wall or countertop. This is a page about caulking around the sink.
Makeshift Shelf IdeasThis is a page about makeshift shelf ideas. Often we need to set up temporary shelves. Using items around the house to assemble them is fast and frugal.
Keeping Feet Warm in BedThis is a page about keeping feet warm in bed. It's hard to fall asleep or stay asleep when your feet get cold.
Using Ziploc BagsThis is a page about using ziploc bags. There are many ways that ziplock bags can be useful for storage of food, crafts and all kinds of things.
Protecting Your CountertopsThis is a page about protecting countertops. Countertops, whether in the kitchen, bath, laundry room or elsewhere can be damaged by routine use.
Finding Your House in the DarkThis is a page about finding your house in the dark. If there are no street lights in your neighborhood, it can be a challenge to find your home at night. There are ways to make it stand out.
Snow Removal TipsThis page contains snow removal tips. Keeping your walks and driveway clear of snow can be an ongoing winter challenge.
Driving a NailThis is a page about driving a nail. Driving a nail is not always as simple and successful as you would like.
Drawer and Shelf Liner IdeasThis is a page about drawer and shelf liner ideas. There are many products that can be used to line drawers and shelves, in addition to those sold for this purpose.
Uses for Drawer LinerThis is a page about uses for drawer liner. Nonskid drawer and shelf liner has many other uses around your home.
Keeping Cabinet Doors From Slamming ShutThis is a page about keeping cabinet doors from slamming shut. If banging cabinet doors drive you crazy, there are ways to keep them from slamming and dampen the sound of their closing.
Uses For GuttersThis is a page about uses for gutters. Rain gutters can be purchased for other uses, or you can use up the scraps from a home maintenance project.
Removing Venetian Blinds?This is a page about removing venetian blinds. Whether removing them for cleaning or replacement it may not be obvious how to take your blinds down.
Uses for LatticeThis is a page about uses for lattice. Lattice can be used in a variety of home projects and crafts.
Finding Studs in a WallThis is a page about finding studs in a wall. When hanging artwork, shelving or anything else on a wall, it will be a lot more stable if you hit the stud. At times, it can be difficult to locate the proper place to drill or nail.
