Handy tips to help make you a very Handy person!
To find out if dampness is caused by condensation or is coming from
outside, attach a piece of silver foil to the affected area. If moisture appears on
the front surface then this is caused by condensation in the room and you
should look for better ways to ventilate the room. However, if the foil is wet
on the side of the wall, the damp is coming in from the outside and you should
seek professional help.
Silence a creaky door by rubbing soap along the hinges,
Keep a torch and a card of fuse wire beside the fuse box in case of
emergency.
Use sellotape wrapped round your fingers (sticky side outward)
to remove animal hair from clothes, furniture etc.
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A piece of chicken wire placed over your outside
drain outlet will help stop it getting clogged up with leaves.
If you can't unscrew a lid, place the jar in very hot water
for a few minutes. It should then be easier to undo.
If you have trouble opening tight fitting drawers,
rub soap or candle wax along the upper edges to lubricate them.
To discourage Ants in your home try sprinkling bicarbonate of soda or
powdered borax of cloves on shelves and in drawers.
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