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Sticky Closet Rod

itbedeb — Wed, 06 May 2009 14:56:32 +0000

This little trick might help if you have a sticky closet rod: Grab a sheet of waxed paper, and rub it over the top of the rod. Your hangers should glide more easily. There’s no mess, and you can do it section by section without even removing all the clothes from the closet!

Miscellaneous Repairs

itbedeb — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 21:13:00 +0000

Hole in Wall – If you have a small hole in a white wall that needs to be filled right away, try toothpaste.

Sticky Drawers

itbedeb — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 20:03:25 +0000

If you have drawers that stick when you try to pull them out, or maybe drawers that don’t like to go back in without a fight, try this tip: Take an ordinary candle and run it along the drawer’s rails. This will provide some lubrication to keep drawers gliding in and out smoothly, without having to use messy, drippy oil. You also can use a bar of soap if you don’t have a spare candle.

Furniture Repair

Deb — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 17:19:55 +0000

If the cane seats on your chairs are sagging, soak them with hot water and allow them to dry in the sun. They’ll shrink back to size!

Scissor Sharpening

itbedeb — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 17:10:00 +0000

To sharpen scissors, cut through a sheet of fine sandpaper with them. This works well for other tools, too