1. Dust paintings (or stucco) with bread heels.

If you leave crumbs behind in the process, use a paint brush to brush them off.
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2. Clean leather furniture with banana peels.

The texture and oils in banana peels act as a mild abrasive and polish. Using a microfiber cloth, wipe away any remaining residue.
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3. Remove water stains from metal with orange peels.

Rub orange peels directly onto stainless steel faucets and appliances. The citric acid and the oils in the orange peels create a streak-free finish.
4. Condition wood surfaces with mayo.

The oil in mayonnaise helps moisturize solid wood tabletops to restore moisture and remove water stains.
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5. Clean windows with vinegar.

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6. Freshen up the fridge with coffee grounds.

Pour coffee (stale coffee works too) into a clean sock, tie off the end, and toss it in your fridge.
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7. Clean the toilet with Coke or Pepsi.

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8. Disinfect the kitchen with dry white wine.

The alcohol, combined with the acidity, helps remove stains and kill germs.
Warning: the acidity can damage some countertops like granite.
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9. Make a car smell good with pineapple skins.

Collect the scraps from one or several pineapples and place them in a plastic bag. Leave the bag on the dashboard, or another place exposed to plenty of sun during the day. After a couple of weeks, the pineapple pieces will shrink and dry out, and your car will smell like a fruit cocktail.
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10. Scrub the tub with half a grapefruit dipped in salt.

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11. Get rid of mold and mildew with vodka.

Spritz it on mildew-y bathtub caulking, stains, even eyeglasses and let sit for 15 minutes. Scrub with an old toothbrush.
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12. Season cast iron pans with butter wrappers.

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13. Shine windows with black tea.

Brew a batch of strong black tea by pouring about 8 ounces of boiling water into a bowl with 3 tea bags. Let steep until it’s completely cooled. Then, pour it into a spray bottle and set to work. The tannic acid in black tea dissolves dirt and grease.
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14. Freshen carpets with cornstarch.

Sprinkle cornstarch on carpet. Leave for 30 minutes and then vacuum.
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15. Clean odd-shaped vases and bottles with rice.

Mix uncooked rice with water. Swish it around and you’ve used the power of agitation and scrubbing, my friends.
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