The House Improvement Hacks Designed To Make Your DIY Projects A Breeze

Published on 11/26/2020
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Get Rid Of Burst Light Bulbs With Potatoes

Many of us will have accidentally crushed a lightbulb in a socket – not fun. This one is definitely one of the trickier and more sensitive DIY jobs, if not a common one. If you want to get rid of popped light bulbs without injury, fetch a potato. Cut it in two, then hold the wet part against the popped bulb and squeeze it in, turning it until it comes loose. Of course, you will want to turn the light switch off before trying this as potatoes are actually also incredible conductors!

Get Rid Of Burst Light Bulbs With Potatoes

Get Rid Of Burst Light Bulbs With Potatoes

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Yank Out Stripped Screws Through The Application Of a Rubber Band

Before you decide to pluck out slippery stripped screws using a screwdriver, may we suggest that you tie a rubber band around the screw’s head? The newfound friction will ensure that you can calmly guide the finicky stripped screw. This really saves you from the headache of trying to manage uncooperative stripped screws. This is one of the most annoying pet peeves for any home improvement specialist, even those with much experience.

Yank Out Stripped Screws Through The Application Of A Rubber Band

Yank Out Stripped Screws Through The Application Of A Rubber Band

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