In today’s fast-paced world, finding simple, cost-effective ways to solve everyday problems can be a game-changer. That’s where DIY hacks come in—clever, creative shortcuts that make daily tasks easier, faster, and often more fun. Whether you are trying to organize your home, save money, or fix minor annoyances, DIY hacks offer practical solutions using items you likely already have around the house. These eco-friendly cleaning tips will help you stay one step ahead—without breaking the bank or relying on complicated tools.
Material required:
Baking soda
Liquid detergent
Cotton cloth / bandana
Balaclava
Scrub pad / Steel scrubber
Dry towels the right way: It is not just about cleaning a towel, it’s about how often you wash it, how you wash it and how you dry it. Wash your towels after every three uses. Use less detergent to avoid stiffness. For smell, add baking soda to the washing drum (not the detergent tray). Also, skip fabric softeners, they are ruining your towels. Never hang towels on a hook, they stay damp and become bacteria factories. Dry them wide open, in sunlight or full airflow. A clean towel is equivalent to better hygienic plus zero odour.
Test new clothes first: How can you tell if new clothes will release colour? Try this hack before washing to save your other clothes. Put a bit of liquid detergent on a corner of the cloth and dip that part in warm water. Leave it like that for five minutes. If the water colour changes, it means the cloth will release colour.
Don’t wear your helmets: The biggest mistake bikers make in summer is only wearing helmets. If you only wear a helmet, sweat can make your hair fall out and your helmet stink. Use a cotton cloth or bandana best option is to use a balaclava. It absorbs sweat and keeps your helmet from smelling.
How to clean burnt cooker: Fill the cooker with just enough water to cover the burnt area. Add one spoon of baking soda or a bit of dish soap / detergent. Boil it on high flame for five minutes, then simmer on low for another five minutes. Leg it cool completely (important!). Use a steel wool scrubber or a regular scrub pad to gently remove whatever’s left. Boom! Your cooker is back like nothing ever happened. This hack works like magic on burnt dal, rice or anything that got too ambitious on the stove.
