I use fabric softener sheets to deodorize my home. Crimp up a corner, stick it in a small spot in a fan front, turn on, and blow. It lasts for a couple of days.

When the scent is almost gone, and time to put new ones in, use the old ones to dust the furniture.

Bathroom tile, especially in the tub - after cleaning, use furniture polish above the tub up the tile walls. Water sheets off, and they sparkle.

Are there gaps at the front door ? Roll paper towels and stuff. Saves on the utilities.

Bring your refrigerator temp down to medium or a little less if you can. Saves a lot on utilities.


Utility savings were my specialty:

Turn down T-stat and/or install a programmable and USE it.

Lower water heater temp to 110 degrees.

Add insulation to attic ~ 30% of heat loss/gain is through ceiling.

Install compact fluorescent lamps for lamps with heavy usage.

Weather strip all windows and doors.

Use drapes for windows to slow heat loss in hottest & coldest months.

Unplug un-used appliances and wall-warts (transformers)

Use ceiling fans, clock-wise in winter, counter-clockwise in summer.


Texas U ~ Why not make a door sock? Take a long sock or stocking and fill it with rice or grits and knot it off! Boom ~ a re-useable door sock to block the draft and you can use the paper towels! You could also tape or tack it to the door so it is automatic.



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