Whether it’s time for spring cleaning or you just want to get things in your home nice and tidy, there are plenty of household hacks you can try.
Taking care of a home can be pretty overwhelming at times, especially if you have kids, which is why you need all of the help you can get.
And even if you’re just looking for home hacks to help you with some small projects, then that’s just fine. There are plenty of them below to help you in your everyday life.
So feel free to check these wutawhacks home hacks out and see how much time and money you can save!
1. Bar Keepers Friend for Stainless Steel Appliances
If you want your stainless steel appliances to shine like new again, then Bar Keepers Friend is an easy way to do just that! If you’re starting to write down your own list of household tips and tricks, then this needs to be on there!
2. Clothing Cleaner Dispensers
I love this storage idea! So instead of keeping them in ugly containers, you can easily store the liquids in easily accessible (and cute) drink dispensers. Now you won’t have to lug out the heavy containers every time you do the laundry.
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3. Make an Eat Me First Box
If there’s food in your fridge that needs to be eaten soon, create an “eat me first” box. Just get a box from the dollar store and label it as “Eat Me First!”
It’s a fun and cute way to make sure there’s no waste.
4. Clean Mirrors with Black Tea
Using strongly brewed black tea is a great way to clean your mirrors. Who would have thought?
Just make sure to use a clean, lint-free cloth and allow the tannic acid in the tea to do the work.
5. Make Your Own Laundry Stain Stick
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve needed this! I hate ruining my favorite outfits from a coffee spill or dropping food on my lap. So just knowing that this homemade laundry stain stick is in my purse will give me so much peace of mind when I’m eating out.
6. Homemade Garbage Disposal Cubes
Garbage disposals can make some of the worst smells in the kitchen. But with just a few garbage disposal cubes using vinegar, you can easily get quickly rid of it. I really love simple and handy household hacks like this!
7. No Drip Paint Trick
If you plan on retouching a room, try this awesome no-drip paint trick with a large rubber band. It’s such a simple DIY home hack you can use anytime you’re doing a project in the house!
8. Turn a Bottle into a Phone Charging Holder
If you want a safe place to keep your phone charged and out of the way, try this tutorial that will show you how to create a phone charging holder out of a lotion bottle.
Also, it’s just a pretty way to keep your home tidy!
You can get the full tutorial on turning a lotion bottle into a phone holder here.
9. Keep Trash Bags in Place with Upside Down Hooks
It’s seriously annoying when the trash can bag liner slips down into the bin as you add trash. So to easily get rid of this problem, use command hooks to keep the trash bag in place. Just attach the command hooks on the sides of the trash can, pull the handle parts of the bag around them, and you’re good to go!
10. Toilet Cleaning Bombs
If you notice your toilet starting to get a certain odor, but you also wanna save money and not buy expensive cleaners, then these homemade toilet cleaning bombs might just be your answer! Also, it’s a lot better if you want to go for toxin-free cleaning solutions.
11. Get Rid of That Mildew Smell from Your Towels
Towels are kind of notorious for getting that horrible mildew smell, so try using vinegar to finally get rid of it! But just make sure to follow the full tutorial to make sure you get the results you want!
12. Router Disguise
Routers are pretty darn ugly, but an awesome way to keep them out of the way and in disguise is to hide them in a fake book. Problem solved, and it just makes your home look so much classier.
Update: The site showing the tutorial no longer exists.
13. Grapefruit and Salt Scrub for Sinks & Showers
With the help of the citric acid from the grapefruit and the scrubbing action of the salt, you can kill stains in your sinks and showers quickly. Also, it’s so much more cost-effective than spending money on expensive cleaners!
14. Dust Fans With Pillow Case
Ever notice how the dust on ceiling fans builds up fast and just looks really gross? Well, an easy way to clean it is to just use a pillowcase to take it off. The dust will fall into the pillowcase, and you won’t have to deal with it floating in the air after wiping it off.
15. DIY Streak-Free Window Cleaner
If your kid’s finger prints have gotten all over or your windows have collected a lot of dirt over the last few months, then this is a great DIY cleaner to try! Super simple and leaves your windows streak free.
16. Reusable Dryer Sheets
Reusable? Well that sounds budget friendly. And using vinegar and essential oils is also a great way to make your clothing smell super fresh!
17. Eliminate Residue in Dishwasher
If you don’t clean it out, then crud underneath your filter can turn into a total mess! So clean up the buildup by using this tutorial’s cleaning mixture and scraping off the residue. Pretty easy right?
18. Wash Your Cleaning Tools in Dishwasher
Just because it’s called a dishwasher doesn’t mean you only have to wash your dishes in them. So think of your dustpan, brushes, sponges, and other cleaning items. Your dishwasher is a multi-use tool that can clean so many things!
19. Multi-Purpose Bin Organizers
Storage bin organization is such a great addition to your kitchen. It keeps your pantry organized so you can easily find your stuff. Just grab a few from your favorite store, print out some cute labels, and keep them in an easy-to-grab space.
It’s probably one of the easiest life hacks for the home that you can implement this week!
20. Clean Your Shower Curtain in the Washer
You know how shower curtains tend to get filmy and nasty? Well an easy way to clean them is to just pop them into the washer and let it do all the work! Then you can easily take it out, hang it back up again, and let it dry.
21. Clean Shower Head With Vinegar
Just soaking your shower head in some vinegar for 20 minutes can get all of the grime buildup off easily. There’s no need to waste money on some cleaners with toxic chemicals, you can just head to your cupboard for the solution! Definitely add this to your list of cleaning tips!
22. Paper Roll Cord Organizer
We use hundreds of them in a year (I’m assuming), so why not make use of the paper rolls instead of throwing them away?
And if you have a lot of cords in your house that are just lying around, then use some decorated paper rolls and store them inside so they can be tangle-free and easy to grab!
You can check out the tutorial for organizing your cords here.
23. Remove Stains With Lemon Kool-Aid
This might sound crazy but it is effective. The citric acid in the lemon Kool-Aid is so good at removing things like iron stains or lime deposits. And combined with the hot water going through your dishwasher, you can say goodbye to those stains!
24. Remove Water Marks on Dishwasher With Bar Keeper’s Friend
You’ve already cleaned your dishwasher on the inside, so now it’s time to work on the outside! Clean and polish the exterior using a stainless steel spray or a bit of Bar Keeper’s Friend and wipe it with a microfiber or paper towel. Just make sure to scrub the knobs and buttons so it’s completely clean!
25. Olive Oil as a Natural Wood Cleaner
If you want to clean your wood and make it shiny and new-looking, then try rubbing it down with olive oil. However, if you want a longer-lasting fix, then try olive oil, white vinegar, and water.
Read more on how they use olive oil as a natural wood cleaner and restorer here.
26. Use a Mesh Laundry Bag to Prevent Smaller Things from Falling
I always hate when lids, measuring cups, and the other small items fall through the grates. But thankfully there’s an easy way to prevent this. Just put them in a mesh laundry bag and place it on the top rack. A super quick solution to this problem.
27. Secure Wine Glasses in Dishwasher With Rubber Bands
There’s nothing worse than opening the dishwasher to find a broken glass! So to keep fragile cups (like wine glasses) from jostling around, secure them to the spokes using a rubber band.
28. Use Baking Soda as a Couch Cleaner
If you want to make the upholstery on your couch clean and smell so much better, then try sprinkling baking soda on it. Just leave it for a bit and then vacuum away. It’s as simple as that!
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29. Homemade Granite Spray
Granite looks great in the kitchen, but sometimes it needs to be cleaned right so it can look like new again. And that’s why I really like this DIY recipe for granite spray! It’s such a nice house hack if you don’t want to pay a professional cleaner or buy cleaners with harmful chemicals.
30. DIY Chemical-Free Cleaning Wipes
Now this is a super cute DIY project! If you’re someone that loves using wipes, but doesn’t always want to head to the store every time you run out, then definitely try this tutorial out!
31. Vaseline for Fixing Shoe Scuffs
If you think that vaseline is just for chapped lips and rashes, then definitely think again! Applying vaseline (petroleum jelly) on patent leather shoes with a q-tip will help take care of any scuffs. Now there’s no need to waste money on a new pair of leather shoes.
32. Make Your Own Lemon & Lavender Linen Spray
Lemon and lavender are some of my favorite scents, so I’m really liking this DIY recipe for linen spray. Also, it’s just a nice way to know exactly what’s going into a spray, and it only requires 3 ingredients. So simple!
33. Get Rid of Water Stains With Lemon
If you want to make places like your bath nozzles and handles look extra clean and shiny, then try rubbing them down with lemon to get rid of the water stains. Probably one of the easiest house hacks on this list!
34. Make Your Own Mildew Spray
If you hate finding mildew in places in and around your home, then this is a great cleaner to make. It’s only 3 ingredients, takes 5 minutes to prep, and is toxin-free.
35. Remove Permanent Marker With a Magic Eraser
If you want to get rid of a guest’s name on a wine glass, a Magic Eraser is one of the most effective ways to remove permanent marker from glass.
36. Remove Labels From Glass Bottles With a Magic Eraser
Have a cute glass bottle that you wanna reuse in your kitchen? This magical sponge will help you get rid of glue residue on the glass.
37. Make a DIY Car De-Icer
Icy windows are the worst! They’re always a hassle when you need to get to work on time (or any place really). So make sure you try this one out when you’re dealing with this inconvenience.
38. Use a Magic Eraser to Clean the Dirt Off Windowsills
Windowsills are infamous for gathering dirt and dust. And because they’re usually painted white, you’ll see it all the more. But a Magic Eraser will get that grime out in no time.
39. Use a Toothbrush to Remove Gunk in Dishwasher
The gunk that forms in and on your dishwasher trap can be pretty gross. But with just a toothbrush, warm water, and dish soap, you can easily scrub off all that dirt. Do this more often to avoid clogged drains.
40. Organize Utensils in Dishwasher by Type
Make it a habit of organizing your utensils by type before starting the dish washer. Also, make sure to alternate them with some facing up and some facing down for better cleaning. This also makes unloading the dishwasher quicker!
41. Tin Foil Funnel
If you’d rather save a little bit of money and be a little crafty, then I’d suggest using foil as a funnel for any small-mouthed bottle or jar. It’s a quick solution if you don’t want to run to the store to grab a funnel.
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42. Remove Dirt & Grime From Computer With a Magic Eraser
If you want to make your laptop look nice and clean again, the Magic Eraser will help you out. This method works on phones and other gadgets as well!
43. Clean Dirty Oven Glass
The inside of the oven glass is one of the hardest things to clean in the kitchen! You can spend hours scrubbing, and it still doesn’t look good at all. But when nothing else works, try a Magic Eraser! Turns out, it can fix that greasy looking oven door with ease.
44. Fix Broken Eye Shadow With Rubbing Alcohol
Many of us makeup users have at some point had a container of broken eye shadow (such a pain!). But thankfully there’s a quick fix for it now, and all you need is just a bit of rubbing alcohol.
Put in enough to dampen the eyeshadow and pat it down flat. Then wait a few hours (4 hours or more) until it’s dry and you’re all set!
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45. DIY Hand Sanitizer
I think making your own hand sanitizer is great! You know exactly what’s going into it before it goes on your skin. Also, you can make as much as you want, and put different bottles of it around the home.
46. Protect Phone With Plastic Wrap
If you’re out for a run or you’re taking a walk, then make sure to waterproof your phone with plastic wrap. Pretty simple right?
47. Keep Jewelry Untangled During a Move
Packing jewelry can be such a hassle because it always seems to get tangled up when traveling or moving. But a great way to prevent this is to layer press and seal plastic wrap around it to keep it in place.
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48. Wax Paper for Shiny Chrome Faucets
If you’d like an easy and lazy way to clean your chrome faucets (or anything else that’s made with chrome), then try wiping them down with wax paper. It’s a great way to be economical and get the job done fast.
49. Plastic Wrap Your Paint Cans to Keep Paint Fresh
To keep that paint you just used for your living room fresh, seal it with some plastic wrap and then hammer the lid back on just in case you need to touch up the walls at some point in the future.
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50. Protect Things from Paint Splatter With Plastic Wrap
Whether it’s a toilet or a door knob, an easy way to protect things in your home from paint splatter is to cover it up with plastic wrap. And once you’re done, you just peel it off and throw it away. Pretty easy!
51. Get Nail Polish Out of Carpet With Rubbing Alcohol
I think almost every woman has been here; you’re putting nail polish on (or your kid is), and it gets on your nice carpet. Well, no need to have to stare at it for years to come! Just scrub at it with some rubbing alcohol and a microfiber cloth and it’s done.
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52. Have Your Own Launch Pad
If you’re someone who has trouble keeping things organized (like the things you need to actually leave the house), then try making a launch pad! It’s a great way to keep necessities easy to grab. And you can make it as simple or pretty as you want. It could just be a simple basket or like the tray above!
53. Remove Tarnish from Silver Items With a Magic Eraser
Silver gets tarnished and loses its shine. And if you don’t have much time on your hands to polish your silver jewelry or utensils, then just grab a Magic Eraser!
54. Put Plastic Wrap Under Bottle Lids
If you’re traveling, make sure to place a bit of plastic wrap underneath the lids of your bottled liquids. That way things don’t splatter or leak in your suitcase and ruin your clothes (or just create a bit of an inconvenient mess).
55. Store Plastic Wrap, Wax Paper, & Foil in a Magazine Holder
Whether it’s plastic wrap, tin foil, or wax paper, you can use a magazine holder to hold all three. It’s a simple storage solution and gives you more room to store junk in your drawers (because that’s what they’re kinda for right?)
56. Clean Shoes With a Magic Eraser
If you have a pair of shoes that you absolutely love and wear just about anywhere, eventually they get old and dirty. But the Magic Eraser will help renew and clean those shoes.
57. Use a Magic Eraser to Clean the Gunk from Your Flat Iron
Your flat iron gets really dirty from all of those hair products you use. And if you want to clean it, just grab a Magic Eraser, wipe down the flat iron, and all of that buildup will go away!
58. Make a Poached Egg With Plastic Wrap
Apparently Buzzfeed has found the perfect way to poach eggs without trying to stir it gently in hot water. Definitely a no mess approach. Just check out their tutorial!
59. Plastic Wrap Banana Stems to Keep Them Fresher Longer
To keep your bananas fresh longer, wrap the tips of the stems in plastic wrap to keep the ripening gases from escaping.
60. Reusable Lavender Laundry Sponges
I love this super easy DIY laundry project. It’s such a cute and easy way to save money and make your own reusable fabric softener sponges.
61. Use a Lingerie Bag for Washing Socks
Losing your socks after almost every laundry day can be super frustrating. But thankfully you can use a lingerie bag to keep them all together.
62. Make Your Own Glasses Cleaner
If you have glasses, then this is an awesome DIY recipe to try! It’s only 3 simple ingredients and you can bring it with you in your purse wherever you go.
63. DIY Washer Fluid
If you’re in need of washer fluid to clean the grime off of your windshield, but you don’t want to spend a ton of money on a cleaner at the store, then here’s a simple DIY washer fluid recipe you can try this week!
64. Homemade Shower Cleaner
When it comes to the shower, you can easily get rid of the soap scum and dirt that builds up over the months and years with this vinegar cleaning recipe!
65. Clean Dishwasher With Vinegar in a Bowl
Looking for a non-toxic dishwasher cleaner? Look no more because this vinegar and baking soda cleaning hack will help you wash away grease, sanitize, and remove odors. Just make sure to follow the rest of the steps and instructions to make sure you get the full affect.
67. Clean Leather With a Magic Eraser
This miracle sponge will also help you remove the scuffs, pen marks, and dirt build up on leather so that your couches, shoes, purses, and luggage can look like new again. Just make sure to gently rub so you’re not leaving more scuffs!
68. Use Baby Shampoo to Unshrink Your Clothes
This tutorial for soaking shrunken clothing in baby shampoo and a bucket of warm water is a great way to deshrink that favorite shirt of yours.
69. Use a Towel Soaked in Fabric Softener to Replace Your Dryer Sheets
If you don’t have any dryer sheets, then a dry hand towel with fabric softener poured on it might be a good solution for you! Just make sure before doing this that the towel has completely dried before throwing it in the dryer with the clothes. This may take a day or two.
70. DIY Laundry Detergent Tabs
If you’re someone who doesn’t want to spend a lot of money on brand items at the store and/or loves making non-toxic homemade products, then definitely give this one a try!
Side Note: One of recipes I’ve included uses dish soap, so just make sure to opt for a toxin-free dish soap to keep things healthy.
71. Get Rid of Stuck on Food in the Microwave With a Magic Eraser
We all know how hard it is to remove that cooked-on food from the side of the microwave. But thankfully it doesn’t have to be a chore when using the Magic Eraser.
72. Use a Magic Eraser to Remove Stains
Turns out that you can actually remove stains with the Magic Eraser as well! No need to quickly throw your favorite top in the wash and have it shrink or lose color.
73. Use Foil to Make Dinners
Make a no-mess meal on the grill (or oven), by using foil to wrap up ingredients like meat and veggies. It’s perfect for busy nights because it’s so easy to prep and just needs a bit effort.
74. Remove Yellow Sweat Stains With These 4 Ingredients
Creating a mixture of baking soda, salt, vinegar, and hydrogen peroxide is a great way to get rid of those pesky armpit stains in the summertime. Just follow this tutorial for removing sweat stains so you can have the proper measurements.
75. Get Rid of Ink Stains With Hand Sanitizer or Non-Aerosol Spray
I always hated getting ink stains on my clothing, and then I tried using hairspray to get it out. And guess what? It actually worked!
76. De-Wrinkle Your Clothing With Ice Cubes
If you don’t have time to iron your clothing, or you’re just not feeling it (like the vast majority of people), then throwing them in the dryer with a couple of ice cubes is a great way to easily get the job done.
77. Remove Static in Dryer With a Foil Ball
Run out of laundry sheets? Use crumpled up foil as a homemade “dryer ball” to reduce static cling in your clothes. This is such a cheap and chemical-free alternatives to dryer sheets.
Grace Moser is the author and founder of Chasing Foxes, where she writes articles to help women create a life they love in big and small ways. She's been a full-time traveler since 2016 and loves sharing her experiences and exploring the world with her husband, Silas. Her lifestyle and travel advice can also be seen on sites such as Business Insider, Glamour, Newsweek, Huffpost, & Apartment Therapy.
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