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BrightNest gives homeowners the tools, tips and motivation they need to keep their home in great shape. The free site offers customized tips, calendars and tools to help you save money and keep your home healthy and safe.
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DIY, Home Maintenance, Home Upkeep, Cleaning & Organization, Green Living
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5-Minute DIY Project: A Clean/Dirty Dishwasher Magnet
Few things are more annoying than standing in front of your dishwasher with a dirty plate, wondering whether the current load is clean or dirty. Is that soap scum or leftover birthday cake residue? Hard to tell!
End the dishwasher confusion once and for all by making a "Clean/Dirty" magnet. You'll never have to second-guess your dishwasher again. As an added bonus, the "Clean" half of your new magnet can serve as a gentle reminder for your kids to put the dishes away.You'll ...»
4 Ways to Upcycle Leather Belts
Do you have an old leather belt that has seen better days? Give that shabby or frayed accessory a new life! Belts can do more than prevent plumber's crack – they're great at holding
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Love them all. Here is one more use via my very smart 20-year-old kid. I picked up a really ...»
3 Floor-Cleaning Myths Debunked
Sometimes conventional wisdom checks out, but in matters of floor cleaning, some of those tips and tricks you've been told may actually be less-than-reliable. In fact, a little bit of research reveals that the quest for film-free wood or spotless carpet has inspired more rumors than a teen pop star!
You (and your floors) deserve the truth, so here are three common floor-cleaning myths debunked: https://brightnest.com/posts/3-floor-cleanin...
Before and After: 50 Shades of Green
Much like the mind of Christian Gray, deciding on the right color for a wall is ...complicated. I finally managed to pick a color for my living room and the result is fabulous! If you've been suffering from a similar fate, use these steps to help you pick the right paint color:
https://brightnest.com/posts/50-shades-of-gr... #BeforeAndAfter
The Perfect Mother's Day Printable Gift Guide
This year, give your mom the gift of choices! This free, printable Mother's Day gift guide contains eight coupons for different household chores that she can pick from (redeemable any time). You'll do the work, she'll get to relax and you'll earn major child (or husband) brownie points!
Want a printable version? Click here: https://brightnest.com/posts/the-perfect-mot...
DIY Project: Turn Dinnerware Into a Jewelry Tray
Want to turn a few unused items into an elegant, masterfully designed DIY project? All you need are a few pieces of dinnerware and a pair of candlesticks! While you could use this creation for a mini cupcake tray or serving platter, we think it's perfect as a unique jewelry display. No one else will have a way to keep their baubles organized quite like this!
You'll need: two candlesticks, a small bowl, two differently sized plates (one large and one small) and ...»
Four Secret Uses for Paper Clips
What household item has the power to stop bread from becoming stale and protect your place in a book? The paper clip! This guy's full of hidden potential and can solve all sorts of
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I use the plastic coated ones for earrings - many colors!
The Perfect Mother's Day Gift: Creative Photo Displays
There's no question that a room filled with pictures of family, pets and amazing vacations will make your mom smile. But it's not just about what you're framing – it's how you show it off! Instead of simply framing a photo of yourself (or your family) and giving it to mom for Mother's Day this year, go above and beyond with your presentation!
Here are five creative ways to proudly display your family photos:Blueprint paper. Some images just look ...»
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Be Your Own Dry Cleaner!
Unlike traffic lights and "do not disturb" signs, "dry clean only" labels can be second-guessed. After all, dry cleaning costs add up (to $1,500 a year, on average!) and 65 percent of the clothes taken to the cleaners can actually be machine washed. The dirty truth is that garment manufacturers are required to provide cleaning instructions and many choose the conservative approach.
More details: https://brightnest.com/posts/be-your-own-dry...