Household Renovation Techniques for Rejuvenating Various Items at Home in 2024
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1. A Comfy Cushion: Turn Back Time on That Saggy Sofa, and Relax in Style for Years to Come!
2. Electric Fabric Shaver: No More Trashing Throw Pillows or Upholstery Just Because They've Pilled! This Quick and Easy Tool Will Make Your Fabrics Look Brand New.
3. Fabric Pill Remover: This Stone Will Work Wonders to Keep Your Furniture, Blankets, and Clothes Looking Like New for Years to Come - All While Practically Never Wearing Out Itself.
4. Velvet Pillow Covers: If Pillows Are Beyond Repair, These Covers Will Make Them Look Brand New, Even If They're Old Enough to Vote.
5. Bar Keepers Friend Powder Cleanser: Scrub Off Those Tough Stains You Thought Would Never Come Up - Not Even With Elbow Grease!
6. Bar Keepers Friend Cooktop Cleanser: Fight Off Burnt-On Grime on Glass Cooktop Stoves and Shower Doors with Ease.
7. Drill Brushes: Transform G grimy Surfaces – From Cooked-On Grease on Stovetops to Built-Up Dirt in Bathtubs to Years of Grime on Tile and Grout – Without Breaking a Sweat.
8. Mold and Mildew Remover: Keep Bathroom Grout and Caulking Grime-Free with This No-Odor Gel.
9. Stain Remover: Conquer Those Seemingly Impossible Messes With This Magic Spray - Just Spritz, Wait, Blot, and Watch the Stains Vanish.
10. Leather Stain Remover: Even Leather Can't Resist Years with Kids, Pets, Spouses, or Our Own Messy Selves - but This Will Give You a Refund.
11. Leather Recoloring Balm: Keep Reading in Your Favorite Chair Under the Afternoon Sun - Without Fearing That It's on Its Last Legs.
12. Brown Sugar Bear: Soften and Preserve That Impossible-to-Break Brown Sugar, so You Don't Have to Hack Off Chunks Every Time You Want to Bake Cookies.
13. Polyester Stuffing: Give New Life to Your Favorite Kids' Toys - or Your Bed or Throw Pillows That Have Been through the Wringer.
14. All-In-One Wood Cleanser and Polish: Revive Water-, Heat-, or Pet-Damaged Wood Furniture, Cabinets, or Floors With Just a Coat or Two.
15. Furniture Repair Markers and Wax Sticks: Hide Damage on Your Furniture With a Few Swipes of the Right Color.
16. Squeegee Broom: Extract Years of Built-Up, Embedded Pet Hair from Carpets and Rugs, Then Easily Sweep Up Scattered Bits from Hardwood or Tile Floors.
17. White Noise Machine: Restore Your Bedroom to Its Former Peaceful Glory - Even If Your New Neighbors Insist on Late-Night Video Games.
18. Dishwasher Cleaning Tablets: Wipe Out Lime Scale and Mineral Buildup to Send Your Dishes Soaring to Spotless Heights.
19. Makeup Brush and Sponge Shampoo: Break Up Layers of Stubborn Foundation, Contour, Concealer, Powder, and Eye Makeup Embedded in Your Tools for a Fresh Look.
20. Enamel Paint: Refresh Metal Surfaces – Like Fridges, Washers and Dryers, Metal Bed Frames, and Bathtubs – That Have Been Scratched or Rusted Over the Years.
21. Vinyl Peel-and-Stick Tiles: Upgrade Your Kitchen, Bathroom, or Laundry Room in a Day - and Instantly Make It Look Cleaner and More Modern.
Check out these home improvement hacks They're removable, so it's renter-friendly! Just heat it with a hairdryer to loosen the adhesive, pull it off slowly, then clean the residual glue with Goo Gone ($15.89). But maybe it'll look so good your landlord will want you to keep it!
Keep these tools handy: a level, sanding block and sand paper, measuring tape, ruler, screwdriver to remove outlets, and utility knife or scissors.
Promising review: "These are great and easy to install. You have to cut the first section. I did put them on a textured wall and have no issues with them peeling off. I made a mistake and had to pull some of them off and they came off with no problem. They are sticky so I did have to pull a little bit, no damage to paint or wall though. You will need a VERY sharp knife and a pair of scissors. I used a metal carpenter's square as a straight edge and it worked nicely. Nice upgrade to my little kitchen. I needed about 30 tiles and I had to buy 40 for cuts and mistakes. You can't reuse the sheet if you pull it off. I found that if you have to cut the tiles, make sure you have the "grout" on the cut, it makes it easier to align and hides small mistakes." -Tricia Hendrickson
Get it from Amazon, for $28.09 (Available in eight colors, and in dozens more designs and colors on their store page).
22. Garage Door Magnets: Add a $500 Worth of Curb Appeal in Less Than 10 Minutes!
23. Tube of Patch and Primer: Repair Those Annoying Minor Holes and Make Them Disappear for Good.
24. Airtight Paint Touch-Up Pens: Cover Up Drywall Repairs, Scratches, and Stains That Refuse to Clean Any Other Way.
25. Oil Stain Remover: Tackle Those Ugly Stains on Your Stone Surfaces With Ease.
26. Sugru: This Flexible, Cold and Heat-Resistant, Waterproof Rubber Stuff Can Repair Almost Anything - From Damaged Cables to Boo-Boo's on Your Kid's Pets.
27. Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish: Clean and Polish Your Kitchen with Just a Spritz and Wipe – No Effort Required!
28. Rust Stain Remover Spray: Erase the Orange Crust from Your Shower, Sink, and Tub with a Few Sprays.
29. Knife Sharpener: Sharpen Every Blade in Your Collection Until They're Like New – Making Cooking Easier Than Ever.
30. Drain Clearer: Grab Every Last Bit of Hair and Gunk Slowly Draining Your Sink and Tub Drains, so They Flow Freely Again.
It's Mind-blowing! You simply insert it down your drain, twist a few times with the handle, let the grabby hooks on the tip do their work on the stuck hair and debris, then pull it up – and Voila! Your sink will drain like it's brand-new!
Promising review: "As someone with long hair, I am constantly having slow and stopped up shower drains. I've tried Draino and still slow. I've tried plastic snakes and they've done nothing. Then I saw this product on one of those BuzzFeed lists, and I thought I would give it a try. OH. MY. GOD. It pulled up a giant wad of hair that looked like a small, dead animal on the first go. I decided to try again just to be sure it was clean and pulled up another small animal's worth of hair. It was pretty gross, but now my drain runs better than in years." -S. Gross
Get one with five included refills on Amazon for $19.99.
31. Bubbling Cleaning Tablets: Pop One in Permanently Stained Mugs, Coffee Pots, Slow Cookers, or Tumblers to Fizz Out Stains, Odors, and Gunk with No Effort.
32. Fume-Free Oven Cleaner: Erase Evidence of Years of Delicious Baked Goods, Frozen Pizzas, and Bacon with Just Overnight Treatment.
33. Oven Scrub Cleaner: If You Prefer a Gentler Approach, This Plant-Based Cleaner Features a Sanding Pad and Putty Knife to Repair Drywall and Paint Scratches and Stains with a Touch-Up.
34. Memory Foam Mattress Topper: Upgrade Your Bed to Hotel-Quality Comfort – or Revive an Old One – with This Two-Inch Thick Mattress Topper Featuring Several Zones for Improved Support.
One Warning: If You're a “Hot Sleeper,” Memory Foam Toppers and Mattresses Can Retain Body Heat, So You May Want to Steer Clear. For Other Options, Check Out the Best Mattress Toppers and Firm Mattress Toppers.
Promising review: "We purchased this to help add a little bit of padding to our aging mattress. This has definitely helped prolong the life of our mattress while increasing our quality of sleep. I was afraid that this would slip around on the bed but we have had minimal issues with that. It stays relatively in place with the help of our fitted sheet. The unique cushion pattern doesn't seem to do much for us (compared to a non-textured mattress pad) but as I said, it is comfortable. In fact, our dog loves it!" -Skyelander
Get it from Amazon for $38.55 (Available in two colors, two thicknesses, and in sizes twin-Cal king).
35. Foaming Garbage Disposal Cleaner: Drop One in, Run Some Water, and Let It Fizz – Then Your Disposer Will Be as Good as New.
36. Jetted Tub Cleaner: Take Care of That Gunk Built Up in Your Pipes So Your Bath Relaxation Isn't Tainted by Dead Skin Cells, Soap, and Other Goodness.
37. Pet Hair Removing Roller: Brush Away All Those Last Remaining Pet Hairs on Fabric Surfaces with Ease.
38. Pet House Candle: Since Pets and Cooking Odors Can Sometimes Linger, Light This Scented Candle to Keep Them at Bay.
39. Glass and Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner Kit: Grab This All-In-One Kit to Tackle Your Stovetop Grime with a Heavy-Duty Scrubber, a Razor Blade, and a Bottle of Powerful Cleaner – Leaving It Sparkling Clean.
40. Mr. Clean Magic Erasers: Use These to Fight Stubborn Stains on Surfaces – From Stove Specks to Mystery Marks on the Wall – With Minimal Effort.
41. Pumice Stone: Say Goodbye to Hard Water Buildup on Toilets and Tubs – and Hello to a Clean Bathroom Again.
42. Goo Gone: Remove Stubborn Residue, Adhesive, and Streaky Substances from Surfaces around Your Home.
43. Carpet Shampooer: Harness the Power of Soapy Water to Scrub Away Years of Mud, Goo, and Other Mystery Stains From Your Carpets, Leaving Them Clean and Fresh.
44. Lavender-Scented Carpet Refresher: If Your Carpets Are Smelling a Little…Funny, Spray Some of This to Eliminate the Funky Smell and Leave Them Smelling Fresh and Clean.
45. Scrub Brushes: These Brushes Are Perfect for Dealing with Tough, Stuck-On Grime – Especially on Grout.
46. Drill-Attached Dryer Vent Cleaner: Clear Out the Lint in Your Dryer Vents to Reduce Fire Risk, Make Your Clothes Dry Faster, and Save on Energy Bills.
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Enrichment Data:
- Overall: Improving the appearance of furniture, fabrics, and various surfaces in your home can be achieved with several household items and techniques. Here are some effective methods:
- Furniture Polish or Oil: Regularly dusting and oiling wooden furniture can restore its shine and protect it from drying out[2].
- Refinishing: Refinishing scuffed areas can update the look of old furniture[1, 2].
- Upcycling: Repurposing old furniture, like turning vintage trunks into coffee tables, can add a unique touch[3].
- For Fabrics
- Fabric Softener and Conditioner: Using fabric softener and conditioner can keep fabrics feeling fresh and looking vibrant.
- Stain Removers: Regularly cleaning stains on fabrics can prevent them from setting in and ruining the appearance of upholstery or clothing.
- For Surfaces
- Stainless Steel Cleaner: For stainless steel appliances, using a dedicated cleaner can remove fingerprints and smudges[4].
- Quartz Cleaner: For quartz countertops, a gentle cleaner can maintain their nonporous surface and appearance[4].
- Brass Polish: For brass fixtures, polishing can remove tarnish and restore shine[4].
- General Tips
- Regular Cleaning: Regularly cleaning all surfaces and fabrics helps maintain their appearance and longevity.
- Multifunctional Products: Using products that serve multiple purposes, like a cleaner that can handle both surfaces and fabrics, can simplify home maintenance.
- The Velvet Pillow Covers, perfect for making old pillows look brand new, will ensure your furniture stays stylish and comfortable for years to come.
- Using the Fabric Pill Remover can help keep your furniture, blankets, and clothes looking like new for years to come, without frequent replacements.
- With Bar Keepers Friend Powder Cleanser, you can effortlessly remove those tough stains – even the ones that seem impossible to remove – thus maintaining the cleanliness and appearance of your kitchen, cooktop, and shower doors.
