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Scrub Daddy vs. Scrub Mommy: Which Viral Cleaning Sponge Reigns Superior?
If you watch any of TikTok’s #CleanTok videos of someone cleaning their kitchen, you’re bound to see a Scrub Daddy or a Scrub Mommy. The sponges are so common in these videos that if there was a drinking game wherein players had…
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9 Cheap and Natural Hacks to Eliminate Odors and Make Your Home Smell Amazing
If you’re looking for natural ways to refresh your home and make it smell like a tropical paradise or luscious forest without having to spend money on harmful chemicals, you’ve come to the right place. From baking a coconut shell to…
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‘Ignore the Art Inside’: The Secret to Finding Cheap Wall Art That Doesn’t Look Tacky
For less than the price of a tacky poster from Ikea, you can decorate your home with a piece of fine art from one of the greats. Manet, Goya, Degas, Bonheur — take your pick. As Redditors on r/Frugal explained…
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Home Cooks Share Their Favorite Cheap and Delicious Meal Ideas for Entertaining Guests
Hosting friends and family is one of life’s great joys. It’s not just a great time to bond and catch up, it’s also the perfect opportunity to showcase your culinary skills and explore new cuisines. In my home, we have guests over…
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Got Leftover Chicken Stock? Here Are 9 Recipes You Can Make That Aren’t Soup
Got a batch of leftover chicken stock? Whether it’s store-bought or homemade, don’t let it go to waste. With a little bit of creativity, you can whip up a handful of mouthwatering recipes that aren’t soup, making dishes like risotto,…
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Even Dishwashers Needs Cleaning: Redditors Share Their Top Tips To Revamp Your Dishwasher
Dishwashers are some of the most heavily-used appliances in the kitchen. Every now and then, you may notice that your dishwasher isn’t cleaning as well as it used to. When this happens, it’s important to identify the underlying issue by…
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Did Your Favorite T-Shirt Shrink After Being Washed? Try These Tips To Unshrink Your Clothes
There’s nothing more frustrating than spending money on clothes that end up shrinking after being washed and dried. But fret not, by following these savvy tips and tricks by Redditors,…
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Got Broken Window Blinds? Redditors Have a Hack to Fix Them
If you have a cat or kids (or even if you don’t) and blinds on your windows, you’ve probably had the great frustration of a broken slat or two. After…
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Cooling Pads, Hammocks, and More: How To Keep Cool at Night Without Turning on Your AC
Do you run hot at night? Welcome to the miserable club. As temperatures continue to rise, trying to stay cool at night and get good sleep can feel like a challenging,…
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Frugal (and FUN!) Outdoor Water Games To Keep Kids Entertained All Summer Long
For those super-hot days when simply breathing makes you break a sweat, the task of keeping kids entertained might feel particularly daunting. The best way to have fun and keep…
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Clothes Iron Meals, Coffee Pot Stews, and 6 Other Tips for Cooking Without a Kitchen
If you live in a major city and aren’t rich, you’ve got two options: Either you share an apartment, or you settle for a cheap studio without a kitchen. The…
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Need to Revive Your Wooden Deck or Fence? This Viral TikTok Video Has the Answer
Does summertime have you itching to revamp your outdoor spaces? Maybe you’ve decided to go full bore and hire a landscaper. Or perhaps you’re like the rest of us and…
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Throw the iPads Out the Window: Cheap DIY Sports Your Kids Can Play in the Backyard All Summer Long
When summer finally rolls around, it’s time for kids to trade their textbooks for outdoor adventures. But before you start worrying about spending your hard-earned money on sports equipment, we’ve…
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Homegrown Weed and Zelda: Redditors Who Embrace ‘Simple Living’ Share How They Unwind After Work
Not everyone has the cash, the time, or even the desire to end the workday with a Pelaton session, a glass of fine wine, and expensive takeout. But as a…
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What Is Gray Water — and How Can Using It Help Save You Money?
The average American family uses an average of 300 gallons of water every day — and 75% of it goes down the drain. Some of it isn’t anything you’d want…
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‘Chick-fil-A Is Discontinued”: Mom Transforms Kitchen into a Cafeteria for Summer Break in Viral Video
School is almost out for the summer and parents everywhere are faced with the harsh reality that their ears will soon be subjected to round-the-clock, “I’m hungry,” and “Can I…
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Unusual Backyard Cooking Gadgets That Are Actually Useful
Grilling is a great way to cook while enjoying the outdoors and the company of others. For backyard cooks looking to expand their grilling vocabulary beyond spatulas and tongs, here…
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Turf Wars: Horror Stories of Lawn Disputes Between Neighbors
It’s the American dream for many: a home with a great, green patch of grass to call all your own. But sometimes, even a private yard can’t create enough distance…
