The Best Home Repair Hacks from Your Local Repairman

Covered Collectible

Alarm systems can be pretty ugly to look at...so don't! USe a piece of artwork on hinges to cover the unsightly system. After all, who wants to show off how well protected their house is when they could show off some nice painting!

Plaster Nails

Before nailing into a plaster wall, make sure you're taking proper precautions. In this case, that means putting down some painter's tape! This way, you can prevent flaking, dust, and an unsightly wall. All it takes is tape!

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The More You Know

  • The "Like" button on Facebook was supposed to be the "Awesome" button.
  • There are around 2,000 thunderstorms happening on Earth at all times.
  • Next time you open a bottle of wine, save the cork! You can use a slice of synthetic cork to brace a wobbly table leg. Just mark the amount of cork needed, slice it off with a utility knife and glue it in place.
  • If you find your fitted sheets slipping off the corners of your bed, look no further than your closet for an easy fix. Just use a pair of elastic suspenders, clipping one end to each corner under the mattress, and your sheet will stay put.
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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.