If you have recently found yourself spending
more time at home, you might start noticing small defects and inconveniences
around your house. Here are some examples of small do it yourself home repair
projects you may benefit from:
Unclog sluggish shower drains
Are you noticing that you are ankle-deep in
water halfway through your shower? Prevent your showers from turning into baths
by unclogging your shower drains without calling the plumber. This is a common
occurrence, since it is easy for hair, grease and other unwanted grime to get
caught in pipes. There are several tried and
true methods for clearing out shower drains. These methods include pouring
boiling water down the drain, using a
plumber’s snake to fish out unwanted gunk, using a plunger, and pouring
store-bought plumbing chemicals down the drain.
You can also take some preventative measures
to ensure that your drains do not clog as easily. One popular tool that can keep your shower
drain from clogging is the hair catcher. These devices can be easily installed
under your shower drain cover. They help to keep your drain clear by straining
all of the hair and other grime, making it more likely that only water enters your pipes. Hair
catchers are also easy to clean out and replace. Simply
remove or unscrew your drain cover and place the hair catcher in the entrance
to the drain. Put the drain cover back on top of the catcher and installation
is complete.
Fix loud cabinet doors
Do your drawers and cabinet doors slam shut
every time you close them? Then it might be time to apply new door and drawer
bumpers to them. This is a very simple and cost-effective solution. Simply
peel the bumpers from the package and stick them onto the corners of the
cabinets and drawers. These bumpers can be purchased online and at most major
home improvement retailers.
Alternatively, you may opt for soft-close
drawer slides and cabinet doors. These can be more expensive and more
challenging to install but can be more effective at eliminating any slamming or
banging noises. Whichever option you choose will be sure to add to the stealthiness
of your midnight snack run.
Cover up ceiling stains
Are ceiling water stains catching your eye
every time you look upward? Covering them up might be less of a chore than you
think. Go to your local home improvement store and pick up some ceiling stain
sealer. This product is generally sold as an aerosol spray and is designed to
cover up those water stains, while ensuring that water does not leak through
again. Many ceiling stain sealers are made to blend in with the color of aged
ceilings, so it should make the stain indistinguishable from the rest of the
ceiling. Applying the sealer is simple. Just point it up at the water stain and
spray. Before applying the sealer, make sure that you use tarps to cover up any
nearby walls or furniture. After the stain has been sealed, it is important
that you figure out what the source of the stain was so you can prevent further
stains on your ceiling.
Remove sticky buildup from wood surfaces
Older pieces of furniture like tables and
drawers that have wood surfaces can sometimes become sticky as they age. A
product that can help to remove this sticky buildup is gulf wax. Gulf wax is
commonly used for canning and making candles, but it can also remove stickiness
with ease. Take the block of wax and simply rub it back and forth along the
entire wood surface until the stickiness is gone and it becomes smooth. This is
a simple tip that can make a big difference.
