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Real Simple 869 New Uses For Old Things: An Encyclopedia Of Innovative Ideas For Everyday Items (2010)

by Real Simple Magazine(Favorite Author)

3.4 of 5 Votes: 4

ISBN

1603201408 (ISBN13: 9781603201407)

languge

English

genre

Nonfiction

publisher

Oxmoor House

review 1: Not all entries are eco-friendly, but many of the tips reuse everyday household items. My biggest complaint is that a lot of the suggestions are party-related. I don't entertain that often, and when I do I don't need a lot of things they suggested. Aluminum foil: Use to scrub food off of a glass panBaby powder: Prevent sweat stains on white shirts by sprinkling powder on underarms of shirts then ironing.Citrus peel: Lightly salt the peel to rub off coffee stains from a mug. Or use vinegar.Clothespin: Clip a nail with a clothespin to hold it in place when hammering to avoid hurting yourself.Cooking spray: Coat a grater with it so cheese slides off.Deodorant: Rub clear stick deodorant on heels before wearing new shoes to prevent blisters. Lemon juice: Rub on lips to remove w... moreine stains. Rub on cutting board & let sit for 20 minutes to remove stains. Mix with teaspoon of cream of tartar to clean tile grout. Microwave: Disinfect sponges by microwaving them for 1 minute after soaking them with water mixed with white vinegar or lemon juice. Rubber bands: Wrap on ends of hanger to keep slippery clothes from falling off.Soda bottle: Prop up boots by inserting one in each shoe. Towel rod: Hang in a closet to store spray cleaners on. Tube socks: Slip onto windshield wipers to prevent them from icing in the winter.Vase: Use to store kitchen utensils. Vinegar: Spray on weeds between cracks to kill them.Wall calendar: Use old ones to wrap presents.
review 2: This was a very helpful book. It is in alphabetical order and lists alternative uses for a wide variety of common household items (not really "old things" as the subtitle implies). There is an index at the end as well. The book also features a number of "master multitaskers" that have many uses, e.g., salt, vinegar, baking soda, tennis balls, coffee filters, pennies, etc. Some of the suggestions are a bit silly or would require effort, but many are very useful and clever. You are bound to find some helpful tips if you peruse this book. It also facilitates recycling for those who want to go green. less

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