When two glasses are stuck together, fill the top one with cold water and dip the bottom one in hot water .

Cutting boards: to get rid of onion, garlic or fish smells, cut a lemon or lime in half and rub the board. Or use a baking soda and water paste.

Scratches in glassware will disappear if polished with toothpaste. Tackle slightly deeper blemishes with brass polish or jeweler's polishing powder.

Wooden spoons are best for stirring or scraping in the modern kitchen. As they don't get hot and won't scratch non-stick coatings. Soak new ones in white vinegar overnight to prevent them absorbing food smells.
Don't throw away an old lemon. Cut it in half, put some salt on its surface, and apply it to your copper pot they will shine like new.

To make stainless steel shine, rub it with lemon peel, or, soak them in club soda, wait till the fizz is gone, and then rinse and dry.

Clean your thermos by adding a few tablespoons of baking soda & filling with warm water. Let stand; rinse thoroughly.

Don't throw away the residue left after pressing out water from soaked tamarind. Add little salt and use to scrub copper utensils and brassware to bring a shine. Them wash them thoroughly with detergent and water .
Place a sturdy sauté pan on the stove over high heat.

When the pan starts to smoke, rub a teaspoon of salt along the inside. (Careful - the pan will be hot!) This makes the pan less absorbent, so that when oil is used, it won't soak into the pan, necessitating the addition of more oil during cooking. Season your pan often - at least once a week if possible.

To remove ink-stain apply toothpaste on both sides of an ink-stain on cloth. Wash after dry.

Place a candle in a bowl of water to last longer.

A mixture of milk and spirit can be helpful in removing ball pen marks from foam leather.

To get rid off dandruff, apply a mixture of lemon and coconut oil on your scalp for at least 2 hrs (twice a week).

Do not throw away orange's skin (chilka). Dry them and make powder. Add milk or rose water to make a fine paste. Apply on your face for freshness and a glowing skin.

Do not throw away old tooth brush as it can be used for cleaning Jewelry, bottles, metals and corners.

Clean all your Silverware with toothpaste. They will sparkle like they were bought yesterday.

Used tea leaves can be put in plants instead of throwing out. They make excellent natural manure.

Oil stain may be removed by rubbing the area with a piece of lime dipped in salt. Later wash off with soap.

To prevent moisture in salt during monsoons, place a piece of blotting paper on the bottom of the container before pouring salt.

Overnight soaking in liquid household bleach will rid a kitchen sponge of odors and remove any food stains at the same time.

Keep an ongoing grocery list, and jot down items as soon as you begin to run low. If you wait until you are completely out of the item, it could cost you an unplanned trip to the store.

Remove Wax from candleholder - Apply a tiny amount of petroleum jelly to ensure easy removal.

For washing dishes, add a tablespoon of baking soda to your soapy water and see the difference it will softens your hands while cutting through grease.

Clean combs by dipping them for a while in a solution of washing soda and warm water.

If glasses are stuck together, keep them in the fridge and they will separate easily the next day.

After massaging oil to the hair cover your head with hot and cold water soaked towels alternately for 2-3 times .This way it will soak the oil better at the roots and is more effective and you don't need to wait for 2 or 3 hours for washing.

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