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Moms Love Hydrogen Peroxide. Here Are 50 Uses Everyone Ought To Know
Hydrogen peroxide has been around since it was first discovered in the early 19th century, and we’ve had a love affair with it ever since.
It was originally used to bleach hats, but now it’s taken over the medical and beauty industries as a super cleanser for just about everything. According to the Centers for Disease Control, it can kill off things like fungi, bacteria, mold, yeast, and yes – even viruses!
However, please note that while hydrogen peroxide can kill bacteria and viruses off surfaces, it is NOT a cure or treatment for colds, the flu, or other pandemics.
It still has a host of beneficial properties that you don’t want to miss out on, though. Which is exactly why you need to check out these 50 different ways you can clean your home and boost your hygiene with hydrogen peroxide!
1) Fight Bad Breath
Brushing your teeth swishing with minty mouthwash won’t always help get rid of bad breath. Hydrogen peroxide, on the other hand, helps get to the root of the problem by killing the germs that cause bad breath.
Make sure to use what’s known as “food grade” hydrogen peroxide when you put anything in your mouth!
2) Whiten Teeth
Want whiter teeth without having to buy expensive whitening strips? Well, one side benefits of using hydrogen peroxide to kill bad breath germs is whiter teeth! The peroxide acts like a bleaching agent, so don’t be shy about using it as both a mouthwash and tooth brightener.
Again, be sure to only use FOOD GRADE hydrogen peroxide, which can be found online, for anything you take in orally.
3) DIY Toothpaste
If you don’t like using commercial toothpaste and all the unnatural ingredients that come with it, then DIY it! Make a natural paste by mixing together baking soda, hydrogen peroxide, and coconut oil.
4) Sanitize Your Toothbrush
Hydrogen peroxide is great for sanitizing your toothbrush or retainer. It’s easy to just quickly rinse it in hydrogen peroxide between brushings.
5) Sterilize Makeup Brushes
Makeup brushes are a haven for bacteria, and you should already be washing them once a week with soap and water. To help disinfect them even further, soak the brushes in a bowl of water that has a teaspoon of 3% hydrogen peroxide added to it.
6) Banish That Toothache
The pain from a really bad toothache can bring a grown man down to his knees! If pain over the counter pain relievers aren’t doing the trick, try swishing your mouth with hydrogen peroxide. Be sure to hold it in your mouth for a few minutes to help kill the bacteria before you spit it out.
7) DIY Deodorant
Remember that toothpaste recipe where you mix hydrogen peroxide and baking soda? Well, that same exact paste can also be used as a under your arms to ward of pit stank.
8) Whiten Fingernails
The same bleaching action that works on teeth and fabrics can also do wonders to whiten your nails. Soak a cotton ball with hydrogen peroxide, and then dab that onto your nails.
9) Treat Yeast Infections
Hydrogen peroxide is may help combat yeast infections. One study even showed that it eliminated symptoms in 89 percent of participants when they douched with 30ml every day for a week.
Bear in mind that other studies show douching can actually lead to increased infections, since it displaces good bacteria.
10) Make A Detox Bath
Feeling icky from all the germs going around? Give yourself a detox bath by adding a cup and a half of 35% food grade hydrogen peroxide to the water. And while you’re at it, add some Epsom salt to soothe sore muscles.
According to Dr. Ernst, you should only do this once a month for “detoxification and oxygenation purposes.”
11) Clean Ear Wax
If you don’t like shoving Q-Tips into your ears, there’s an easy way to clean out that icky ear wax. Tilt your head to the side, then fill your ear with a few drops of hydrogen peroxide. Leave your head tilted for about a minute. When it starts to bubble and feel a little bit itchy, you know it’s working!
12) Ear Infections
If you’re dealing with a really bad ear infection, then for heaven’s sake, visit the doctor! But, if you’re dealing with a case and want to try a natural DIY remedy, putting a few drops of 3% hydrogen peroxide in your ear to kill bacteria might help. Let is sit for a few minutes before draining it out and rinsing with water.
13) Decrease Cold or Flu Symptoms
Let’s be real here, there is no cure for the common cold or the flu once you have it. But, you might be able to decrease your chances of getting it, or at least mitigating the severity of it.
Back in 1928, Dr. Richard Simmons had a theory that the cold virus enters the body through the ear canals. He believed that putting a 3% solution in your ears would help kill off the virus before it took hold.
It’s worth a shot, and many people swear by it, but don’t expect miracles and do not use it as a substitute for medical attention!
14) Fight Foot Fungus
Hydrogen peroxide may be a useful antidote against all that crazy itching you get with athlete’s foot. Although the evidence is anecdotal, you may be able to calm or even cure athlete’s foot by applying a solution of equal parts hydrogen peroxide and water to your feet.
15) Canker Sores
Even though most doctors no longer recommend hydrogen peroxide as an antiseptic for wound and skin care healing, people still use swear by it as a mouth mouth sore treatment. If you decide to go that route, mix it with water, swish it around in your mouth, then spit it out.
16) Clear Up Acne
Hydrogen peroxide is known for both its anti-bacterial properties and cleansing properties, so if you’re suffering with acne, you might be able to help speed up the healing process. To use, dampen a cotton ball and apply it to the infected areas of your face. Don’t do this too often, or you may end up killing all the good bacteria, too.
17) Heal Minor Cuts
There’s a reason why most people keep hydrogen peroxide in their first aid kit. A 3% solution, which is what you find at the drug store, can aid in cleaning minor cuts.
Some doctors no longer recommend it for wound treatment, as it may complicate healing time, so it’s probably not a good idea to use this on anything other than the tiniest of scrapes.
18) Hide Your Roots
Hydrogen peroxide has been used for years as a cheap way for women to find their inner Marilyn Monroe. If you’re a bleach bottle blonde and your roots are starting to show, an application of hydrogen peroxide may help to hide those darker roots in-between trips to the salon.
19) Gradually Lighten Hair
If you lived through the 80’s, you might remember those spray bottles of Sun-In hair lightener. As a brunette, it was a terrible idea and it gave you ugly orange highlights. But it worked pretty well for blondes.
To make a DIY Sun-In spray at home, mix 1/2 cup of water with 1/4 cup of hydrogen peroxide and 1/4 cup of lemon juice, and put it in a spray bottle.
20) Soften Calluses
Hard calluses on your feet and fingers are not only unsightly, but sometimes they can be painful. To help soften them up, soak them in a tub of warm water and hydrogen peroxide.
21) Disinfect Countertops
This is where hydrogen peroxide really shines! Mix it with water in a spray bottle and use it to clean and disinfect surfaces.
22) Clean Your Washing Machine
Yes, it sounds counter-intuitive. Although a washing machine cleans things, that doesn’t mean it cleans itself. After a while, it can get dirty inside. To clean it, add a cup of hydrogen peroxide to the detergent compartment and run it on a hot wash cycle.
23) Clean Mirrors
If you don’t have any glass cleaner on hand, hydrogen peroxide will do the trick. You can use it the exact same way – just spray it on the mirror and wipe it clean with a paper towel or squeegee.
24) Disinfect Toilet Bowl
If your toilet bowl is in need of a good spring cleaning, look no further than hydrogen peroxide. To disinfect, pour half a cup into the bowl and let it sit for 20 minutes before brushing and flushing.
25) Disinfect A Toilet Brush
Hydrogen peroxide also works great at disinfecting your toilet brush! Get one of those brush holders that has a little bowl-shaped receptacle so that the brush is always sitting in a solution of hydrogen peroxide.
26) Whiten Grout
The same bleaching acting of hydrogen peroxide that works for your teeth, your hair, and nails also works for grout! Combine baking soda and peroxide so that it forms a paste, then scrub it on the grout.
27) Get Sparkling Clean Tiles
The same bubbling action that breaks down wax in your ears can also help break down soap scum and grime on tiles. To clean, mix hydrogen peroxide with baking soda to form a paste. Scrub it on the tiles, cover with plastic wrap, and let it sit overnight before you rinse it off. You won’t believe how clean it looks!
28) Kill Mold Spores
Hydrogen peroxide is known for its mold-inhibiting properties. So if you see mold pop up anywhere in your house, spray hydrogen peroxide on it to kill it for good.
29) Disinfect Cutting Boards
Sometimes hot soap and water isn’t enough to properly clean a cutting board. Bacteria can hide deep down in all those cut marks in the cutting board, especially the cutting board you use for meat. After you wash it, spray it with liberally hydrogen peroxide to disinfect it.
30) Dishwasher Rinse Aid
Hydrogen peroxide can help give your dishwasher a boost! Add an ounce or two to the dishwashing soap so your dishes come out even cleaner than before.
31) Clean Your Dishwasher
Hydrogen peroxide can be used to clean the inside of your dishwasher, and here’s why you need to do it. In one 2016 study, 83% of dishwasher tested positive for fungi, and 47% had black yeast!
You can make a scented dishwasher cleaning “bomb” with hydrogen peroxide, essential oils, and baking soda following the recipe on this blog here.
32) Disinfect Sponges
Just because there’s always soap on your dish sponge doesn’t mean it’s clean. Every time you swipe the sponge on something, it’s picking up lots of really gross things. Be sure to disinfect it regularly by soaking it in hydrogen peroxide. It’ll help extend the lifetime of the sponge before you have to buy a new one.
33) Dissolve Caked-On Food
No matter how much you soak pots and pans with caked-on food in the sink, sometimes that food debris just won’t budge. No problem – just use a paste of hydrogen peroxide and baking soda to help scrub it away!
34) Clean Fruits & Veggies
There are plenty of ways to clean fruits and veggies when you get home from the market. But, one of the quickest and easiest ways to get the job done is to rinse them in a sink filled with cold water and 1/4 cup of hydrogen peroxide. Give them a second rinsing with just cold water when you’re done.
35) Keep Salads Fresh
If your greens are looking a bit wilted, don’t throw them out. Freshen them up by spraying them with a mixture of 1/2 cup of water and 1 tablespoon of hydrogen peroxide. They’ll perk right up just in time for dinner.
36) Use In Place Of Laundry Bleach
Bleach is an incredibly strong and corrosive chemical, which is why you’re always supposed to wear gloves when you work with it. Hydrogen peroxide is much gentler and can provide the same bleaching action on your whites.
Just add a cup of hydrogen peroxide to the bleach compartment of your washing machine, and let the wash cycle take care of the rest.
37) Remove Pit Stains On T-Shirts
Guess what, hydrogen peroxide works great at getting rid of those sweaty underarm stains on your favorite tee! Mix one part of dish washing soap with two parts of hydrogen peroxide, then spray it directly onto the stain. Let is soak for 30 minutes before rinsing and running through the washing machine.
38) Clean Litter Box
To eliminate odors and disinfect your kitty’s box of poopy treasures, dump out the litter and wash the container with soap and hot water. Spray liberally with hydrogen peroxide, then refill with fresh litter. Your cat will thank you!
39) Clean Up Pond Algae
Nothing ruins a gorgeous backyard pond quicker than an algae bloom. To keep these invaders at bay, experts recommend using 1/2 cup of 3% hydrogen peroxide for every 90 gallons of pond water.
40) Plant Therapy
Plants can get their own version of athlete’s foot when they get a fungal infection. To nip it in the bud and keep your plants happy and healthy, spray them with a diluted hydrogen peroxide mixture.
Fill a spray bottle with 1 pint of water and 4 teaspoons of hydrogen peroxide, and use regularly on your plants.
41) Sprout Healthy Seeds
Give your seeds an extra boost early on in life by soaking them them in hydrogen peroxide for 20 minutes before you plant them. It helps soften the seed’s hard outer coating and start the germination process.
42) Clean Reusable Bags
It’s great that you’re trying to save the planet by using reusable bags. But, when’s the last time you cleaned them? Spray it with hydrogen peroxide to keep it fresh and clean between uses.
43) Disinfect Kid’s Toys
Children’s toys are breeding grounds for all sorts of nasties, which is understandable given all the drool and dirt they’re always producing or getting into. Keep your kids healthy by wiping down their toys, play areas, door knobs and anything else they touch with hydrogen peroxide regularly.
44) Clean The Fridge
Since it’s always filled with food, we can’t always see how dirty the fridge gets. Be sure to wipe it down or spray it with hydrogen peroxide in-between deep cleanings.
45) Brighten Floors
If your floors are looking a little bit dingy, look no further than hydrogen peroxide to make it look sparkly new. All you have to do is mix half a cup of hydrogen peroxide with a gallon of hot water, and then start mopping!
46) Sanitize Lunch Boxes
Kid’s lunch boxes are also a breeding ground for yuck. Spritz or clean them regularly with hydrogen peroxide to make sure they don’t catch or spread all the nasties it can collect.
47) Humidifier Cleaner
Humidifiers produce steam and moisture, which means they can collect mold if they don’t try completely. To make sure that it keeps pumping pure steam into the air, run it through a cycle with a 3% hydrogen peroxide solution every once in a while. Just fill it with a pint of 3% hydrogen peroxide per every gallon of water.
48) Clean Shower Curtains
Shower curtains are another thing that are prone to getting moldy from all the steam its constantly exposed to.
To get rid of soap scum and mildew, toss your shower curtain into the wash with whatever detergent you regularly use. Then add a cup of 3% hydrogen peroxide to the rinse cycle.
49) Daily Shower Spray Cleaner
It’s much easier to maintain a clean shower than it is to scrub it clean from scratch. Be sure to keep a spray bottle filled with hydrogen peroxide nearby so you can spritz it down after every shower.
50) Treat Musty Towels
Use hydrogen peroxide to give musty-smelling towels and other linens a fresh pick-me-up when regular laundry cleaners aren’t doing the trick.
Add 1/2 cup of vinegar and 1/2 cup of peroxide to your wash, and let the towels soak for at least 15 minutes before washing as normal.
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You surely have one or more plastic storage bins at home. Well, they are undoubtedly useful and you can use them in many ways. Apparently, it’s the best thing where you can keep small objects at home including little toys like legos, art supplies, and many more.
Amazingly, you can also use them as decorations. You just need to apply your creative side in modifying them.
If you want to know more storage options in using this functional object, you’ll surely enjoy the following slides.
1.Eye-catching Drawers For Kids
Any kid would surely love this creative drawer. It’s colorful and it looks fun! If you want to add this to your kid’s toy room, visit DIY & Crafts for more details.
2. Planters
Large, plastic storage bins work perfectly as planters. If you plan on using them as a permanent planter, make sure to drill a few holes in the bottom for drainage. You can also paint them to go along with the rest of the decor in your outdoor areas.
3. Lego Storage
If you or your child loves Legos, then create a wonderful storage solution using storage bins that allow you to store your Legos by color. Start by getting an Ikea Trofast storage system. This allows you to quickly slide bins of various sizes into the cabinet’s guide rails. Then, label each bin with letters spelling out the color of the bricks inside.
4.Toybox
A mom on Facebook shared how she come up with a cute toy box for her daughter’s room using store bins, adhesive, some fabrics with design and porch rail caps. Check her post here.
5. Personalized Shoe Storage
An easy-to-use storage solution for shoes if you have multiple kids is personalized shoe storage. Take a set of drawer bins and add the picture of the child to the drawer containing their shoes. Place the whole setup in a closet. This also works great with other items.
6. No-Sew Seating
If you live in a small space, turn your unsightly large, plastic storage bins into additional seating. All you need are two large storage bins with lids, a long piece of plywood, some foam batting, and the material you want to cover the seating with. Look here for more info.
7. Gift Wrapping Storage
If you need an area to store your gift wrapping supplies, use a set of drawer bins. Either write or attach decals to each drawer signifying what it holds. This allows you to keep your wrapping paper, gift bags, tags, and other items separate.
8. Overhead Garage Storage
If you have carpentry skills, put them to use by constructing an overhead storage space in your garage using a large piece of plywood and some boards. Once in place, use large storage bins to store items in this often unused space.
9. Overhead Storage Bins
Another storage idea for an overhead area in your garage or other areas in your home is utilizing overhead bin brackets. Once in place, slide your storage bins into place to get them up and out of the area of foot traffic. When choosing bins to use, look for those with sturdy lips.
10. Worm Bin
If you like to garden or fish, you can raise your own worms using two plastic storage bins, one taller than the other. The idea is to give the worms a place to grow while allowing you easy access to them. Check out EPA.gov for more information.
11. Backyard Water Fountain
Now, this is quite the plastic bin transformation — plastic bin to a fancy zen-looking water fountain. This is a perfect DIY backyard project for garden lovers everywhere. It’s affordable, aesthetically pleasing with clear instructions provided by The Garden Glove.
12. DIY Vanity
If you have a young daughter or niece, make her a vanity using two plastic bin drawers, some plywood, and a mirror, along with a few other items. This beautiful piece of furniture should look great in a girl’s bedroom. Check out It’s Not Always Black and White for instructions on this great project.
13. Cat Tower
If you have some large, plastic bins, turn them into a play area for your cats. Stack them on top of each other, and secure them using a hot glue gun. To make them accessible, cut an opening in the front of each bin and fill them with fabric for your cats to lay on.
14. Ottoman
If you need a place to put up your feet after a hard day at work, then repurpose a large plastic bin as an ottoman. First, attach padding to the lid of the bin. Then, cover the bin with some fabric matching your decor. Finally, place it in front of your favorite chair.
15. Cover Them in Fabric
To make a storage bin look nicer, cover it in fabric. If you plan on using them in your home, choose a fabric with a design that goes with your decor. Then apply the fabric using Mod Podge glue. Great fabrics to use include old towels, linen, or fabric you buy from the store.
16. Christmas Ornament Storage
This is a genius DIY creation — ornament organizer (try saying that 10 times fast). This is an easy and incredibly wallet-friendly way to keep your ornaments from breaking, cracking, and scratching. It requires a plastic storage bin with two rods drilled in longitude style. From there, you’re ready to hang your ornaments for safe keeping until next year’s holiday festivities come around. The full details are on Craptastic.
17. Bench Seating Storage
If you find yourself with a seating area with room underneath, consider adding a storage bin or two to act as storage. To make the bins blend into the surrounding decor, cover them with a matching fabric, as detailed in this tutorial.
18. Wheeled Storage
In addition to wrapping your plastic storage bins in plastic to make them more appealing, you can also place wheels on the bottom of them to make them easier to push around. This idea works great when using the bin to clean up after kids.
19. Organizer Totes
You can take small, plain-white totes and turn them into stylish organization totes for your home. Paint the tote in the color you want, and add some leather strips to the side of the tote. You can find the project at Love, Create, Celebrate.
20.) Yarn Organization
You can also fill some plastic storage bins with yarn. You can place them in a storage system, such as the Ikea Trofast storage system. You can also divide your yarn according to color, just make sure to mark the outside of each container so you know which bin contains which color.
21. Jewelry Organizer and Transporter
For jewelry lovers, sellers, and makers, this plastic bin transformation is for you. Necklaces and bracelets often get into a tangled mess on a day-to-day base. It’s almost impossible to untangle the cluster of chains when it comes to traveling from place to place. This jewelry transporter will help you stay organized and tangle-free. Drill a few holes on the side, and insert metal pegboard hooks. Decorate your jewelry transporter on the outside using colorful duct tape, cloth, or tissue paper!
22. Board Game Organizer
If you are a lover of board games, you might find yourself short on storage solutions. To combat this, place plastic storage bins on a shelf to store your board games in. You can even store games for your kids lower down, while storing the adult board games higher up.
23. Makeshift Craft Room Storage Idea
If you are like many crafters, you probably find yourself with leftover bits of materials and other items. To store these extra materials, take an old dresser and remove the drawers. Next, stack smaller plastic storage bins with your supplies. You can even label them to make it easier to find what you need.
24. Wall-Mounted Storage
To take advantage of the vertical storage space the walls in your home provide, consider installing a storage system that utilizes plastic storage bins. These systems have metal brackets sticking out from the wall that allow you to slide a storage bin into place.
25. Office Supply Storage
If you have a set of storage drawers, you can repurpose it to hold your office supplies. Label the outside of each drawer so that you know what is inside. Best of all, you can decorate each individual drawer, giving your storage a more vibrant feel.
26. Top-Entry Cat Litter Box
Top loading litter boxes cost a few pretty pennies, which doesn’t seem worth it given that your pretty penny will be dedicated to your cat’s toilet business. Plastic storage bins serve as great litter boxes for all cat lovers. Grab a box cutter, duct tape, stair-tread carpet, and your storage bin will be ready to be “litterfied.” The full details are on The Baroness.
27. Hamster House
Your hamster can live a luxurious lifestyle in a three-story plastic storage bin building. Sounds like a dream come true for any furry gerbil. They can eat, nap, play, sleep, and exercise on any floor they desire. Find the full guide to building a hamster mansion on Consumer Queen.
28. Medicine Organizer
If you have a lot of different medicine you need to take, keep it organized using a small plastic bin drawer. You can label each drawer as to the type of medicine it contains, including medicine for your stomach, allergies, and other medical issues.
29.Battery Storage
If you keep different type of batteries on hand, store them in a small plastic bin drawer so you always know where they are. To help you quickly determine what type of battery each drawer contains, make sure to label each drawer.
30. Component Storage
Just like with batteries and medicine, a small plastic bin drawer is a great storage solution for electronic components. Make sure to label each drawer as to what it contains. Some of the different component types include audio, video, USB, and networking.
31. Decorated Drawers
Plastic bin drawers tend to be unsightly and seldom match your decor, but that doesn’t have to be the case. Snag some decorative tissue paper, napkins, glue, scissors, and an hour of your time to transform your plastic bin drawers to be IKEA worthy. Scope out Pinterest for design inspiration!
32. Art Supply Storage
You can also use a small bin drawer to store your art supplies. Whether you like to paint, draw, or some other medium, these small drawers allow you to divide up your supplies according to color and type. You should also label each drawer so you can quickly find what you need.
33. DIY Party Trays
This idea can help liven up your next party. Take some medium to small plastic storage bins, and decorate them for the theme of your party. Next, fill them with snacks and set them out on the table.
34. Yarn Box
For all the knitters, sewers, and craft lovers, this one is for you. All it takes is poking a few small holes into the lid of your plastic bin and you have yourself a new yarn box, color-coded and organized to any style you’d like, courtesy of Infinite DIY.
35. Fancy Toy Box
Add a fancy toy box to your living room! Plastic bins may make moving easy, but as decor around the house … not so much. Its plain looks and dull colors will seem out of place in a nicely decorated home. It doesn’t take much to dress up a plastic bin to match the style of your house. All that is required is your choice in burlap fabric and wrapping paper, which can be easily found at the dollar store or your local Target. Check out Creative Dominican for the step-by-step details for this toy chest upgrade.
36. Toolbox
Some toolboxes are quite expensive. Its price ranges from $10 to $90. So if you want to save some bucks, you can use your spare storage bins at home to properly keep your tools.
37. DIY Pretend Grocery Store
If you already purchased toys for a pretend grocery store for your kids, you can make it a bit more extra using your old storage bins. You can use hot glue to stick the cash register toy on top of it.
You can check this post for the full details.
38. Stylish Container
If you want a new addition to your decorations at home and at the same time save some space too, you can use a fabric with a cute design to cover your store bin.
If you’re curious about how the maker of this adorable container did this, check Saleena Marie‘s blog.
39. Storage With A DIY Pegboard
Imagine having a storage box with a pegboard, sounds cool right? The good news is – it’s possible to make. Feel free to visit Hometalk for the whole procedure to create this project.
40. Under-the-Bed Storage
Take advantage of the extra space beneath your bed by making under-the-bed storage using nothing more than a plastic storage bin and some caster wheels. You can attach the wheels to each corner of the bin using a drill and some screws. Find the complete tutorial here.
41. Hanging Storage Bins
If you have lots of stuff at home and you no longer have more space to store them, you can buy a few storage bins and do this project from Instructables Living. They made the bins hanging so they didn’t occupy too much space.
42. Furniture
I’m amazed by how Engineer Your Space turned two plastic storage bins into an outdoor DIY bench. Look at how they created it beautifully. If you’re interested to try it, check their blog here.
43. Addition To Your Kid’s Play Kitchen Set
If you’re thinking how to upgrade your kid’s play kitchen set and you have some extra storage bins at home you would surely love to do this project by Clever, Crafty, Cookin’ Mama. For sure, your child would love the new addition to her kitchen.
44. Seating Area
A DIY fanatic Diana created an amazing seating area out of a storage bin. She used foam batting and fabric to make the whole thing, and of course, the storage box. If you’re like me who would surely try this, check Diana’s blog.
45. Light Fixtures Holder
Do you want to spice up your light fixtures at home? Don’t be shy to try this. Just get colorful plastic bins and hang and flip them upside down to hold the light fixtures.
46. Laundry Room Storage
We don’t want our laundry area to be messy so using storage to organize the detergent and other stuff is a must.
If you want to make it more beautiful you can try this hack by The Kim Six Fix.
47. Tree Baskets
Basically, you need any type of plastic storage bins for this project. Just cover it with a burlap fabric to achieve this look. For the whole procedure, visit Simple Made Pretty.
48. Attic Storage
If like many homeowners you have an attic in your home, utilize it for extra storage space. One idea is to build a set of shelves on which to stack plastic storage bins around the perimeter of your attic. This gives you a perfect area in which to store your holiday decorations.
49. Table Vase
Do you have a drawer at home and you have no idea how to make it look stylish? Why not turn it into a table vase by adding a straw mat on it. Check the full procedure on Single Girl’s DIY.
50. File Organizer
It’s the job of storage bins to organize things and you can use it to organize almost all things that exist under the sun – including your files at home or in the office.
After seeing these tips, you now know what to do to your extra storage bins at home. Of course, you can always use them the way you want. Feel free to share your hacks with us too!
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Baking pieces of bread sounds intimidating, isn’t it? Lots of people, including you for sure, know that it’s not an easy task.
Most of the time, we enjoy eating bread but making it is another story.
Viral Bread Recipe
This recipe has been making rounds on social media because it is very easy to make. It’s perfect for beginners as well as those people who find using an oven arduous.
You just need a slow cooker to make this.
All thanks to Danielle Luttrell, the woman behind the recipe of a homemade bread using a slowcooker. She generously posted the recipe online and helped lots of moms who want to bake bread.
Here are what you’ll need to achieve it:
- 1–3 tablespoons of sugar (add more if you prefer a sweeter bread)
- 3 teaspoons of active dry yeast (this is considered for the conservative side)
- 6 cups of whole wheat flour (or 3 cups whole wheat & 3 cups all-purpose flour)
- 2 teaspoons of salt
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1/2 cup of warm water
- 2 cups of warm milk
- 2 tablespoons of melted UNSALTED butter
It’s important to remember that the measurements listed in each ingredient are ideal for a regular-sized slow cooker.
Here is the procedure:
- You’ll need a big mixing bowl or any container that is large enough. Then, stir the 1/2 cup of warm water, 1–3 tablespoons of sugar, and the 3 tablespoons of yeast. Of course, you can definitely decide the level of sweetness of your bread, you can add more sugar if you want it sweeter.
- Leave it for 5 minutes until you see froth forming on top.
- While you’re waiting for it, place 2 cups of milk and 2 tablespoons of butter in the microwave and let it warm.
- Then, add the milk and butter to the yeast mixture.
- In your standing mixer, slowly add the 6 cups of flour, 2 teaspoons of salt, and 1 teaspoon of baking powder. Make sure to mix them all together. After that, knead the dough. (If you want to use a dough hook, feel free to do so. But make sure to finish it off by hand-kneading for about 5 minutes.)
- Make a ball out of the dough and line your slow cooker with parchment paper. Then, let the dough rise.
7. You’ll need to set the slow cooker temp to High while the timer should be set to 2 to 2.5 hours. Don’t forget to check the loaf every 7-10 minutes until the top has a sponge-like consistency. Keep in mind that it should still spring back and there should be no moisture on top. You should achieve nice golden-brown color.
8. If you are like us who want a crunchier top-crust, the key is you’ll need to stick the loaf under the broiler for a couple of minutes. Of course, you don’t like it to get burn so it’s important to keep an eye on it.
It’s nice that recipes like this can be easily found on social media. Undeniably, this makes our lives a lot easier. If you’re saving some bucks, this could also help you because it’s cheaper than buying from bakeries.
Above all, it’s always more satisfying to eat bread when it’s warm and fresh from the slow cooker.
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Over the years, it’s been said that hydrogen peroxide can be used for curing ailments. Though, it should never be consumed, there are several other useful ways to use the product.
Hydrogen peroxide was discovered in the early 19th century. At first, it was used to bleach hats. More recently, it’s been used to kill off bacteria, mold, fungi, viruses, and yeast.
There’s no denying that the world would be a different place without it. Therefore, let’s take a look at some of the amazing ways that hydrogen peroxide can be used.
Note: Despite its name “food grade” hydrogen peroxide is not safe to ingest! It it concentrated at 35% and contains a concentration of hydrogen peroxide that is roughly 10 times higher than the concentration sold to disinfect wounds.
If you use this at all, always dilute the peroxide before use.
Even swallowing household 3% hydrogen peroxide can lead to mild problems. Thus, heed caution and never ingest any hydrogen peroxide.
1. Clean tiles
Tiles are quite eye-catching so it’s best to keep them as clean as possible. Just mix 1 cup of hydrogen peroxide with baking soda to form a paste. Apply the paste to the tile and let it sit overnight. Finally, scrub and rinse the area.
2. Canker sores
If you have painful canker sores, try using hydrogen peroxide. Just swish a tablespoon in your mouth for about 10 minutes. That will help reduce inflammation and disinfect the area.
3. Clean cutting board
Germs love to live on your cutting board! It’s so easy for them to live in those little nooks and crannies. However, cleaning it is easy. After rinsing off the cutting board, wipe it down with hydrogen peroxide. Then wipe with a clean towel or sponge.
4. Ear wax
If you don’t like sticking a Q-tip in your ear, you’re not alone. Hydrogen peroxide is a great way to get rid of the wax in you ear. Simply, tilt your head and drop a few drops in and sit still for about 5 minutes. Once it starts to bubble and itch, use a towel to wipe it away.
5. Clean dishwasher
It’s imperative to keep your dishwasher clean. After all, it’s where dirty dishes go to come out clean themselves! Try mixing 2 cups of baking soda with 3 tablespoons of hydrogen peroxide and 10-20 drops of your preferred essential oil scent. Then form it into a ball and allow to harden.
Place 2 cups of white vinegar in a bowl with 1 tablespoon of dishwashing liquid in the top rack. Place the ball on the bottom. Finally, run on a long, hot cycle.
6. Get rid of caked on food in pans
Baking is fun but cleaning up might not be! One of the most frustrating things about it is getting cake stuck in your pans because it’s difficult to get out. To do so, just use hydrogen peroxide and baking soda to make a paste. Scrub it into the area and let it sit for a few minutes. Then, rinse with warm water.
7. Bath detox
There are several reasons to take a bath with hydrogen peroxide. You can try it once a month to detox or no more than twice a week until the condition you’re trying to resolve clears up.
Use extreme caution when bathing with 35% hydrogen peroxide. Use a small amount. Ideally, no more than 1/2 cup to start. You want to make sure that you aren’t having any reactions to the solution.
Keep in mind that hydrogen peroxide is a form of bleaching agent. Use extreme caution when using on your skin.
8. Washing fruits and vegetables
Washing your fruits and vegetables is very important! Thus, you want to make sure you do it properly. Just add 1/4 cup of hydrogen peroxide to a tub with cold water. To take things a step further, you can spray them with vinegar afterwards. Rinse and wipe clean!
9. Clean washing machine
Washing machines need cleaning too! To clean it, add 1 cup of hydrogen peroxide to the detergent compartment and run it on the hot cycle.
10. Clear up acne
If you have some acne you need to clear up, dab some hydrogen peroxide on the area. Don’t overdue it! You’ll end up killing the good bacteria. It only needs to be applied once.
11. Keep salads fresh
If the greens in your salad mix are starting to wilt, there’s still time to preserve them! Just spray 1/2 cup of water with 1 tablespoon of hydrogen peroxide on the greens. Drain them, cover, and place them in the fridge.
12. Whitens teeth
Because it is a bleaching agent, hydrogen peroxide can actually whiten your teeth! Just swish it around in your mouth for 30 seconds and spit. It only needs to be done once a week.
Do not swallow the peroxide!
13. Lighten hair
So you’re thinking of making a change? No problem. Just mix equal parts hydrogen peroxide and water in a spray bottle. Then, use a comb to distribute it evenly. Then, let it dry. That’s it!
Keep in mind that this works gradually over time.
14. Disinfect countertops
If you need to clean your countertops, just mix hydrogen peroxide with water in a spray bottle. Then, spray and wipe clean. Make sure to spray on the area that you want to clean!
15. Clean mirrors
Instead of using the traditional cleaning method, try hydrogen peroxide. Simply spray it onto the mirror and wipe it clean with a towel.
16. Whiten whites in laundry
Nobody enjoys dingy whites. With hydrogen peroxide, your clothes will look as good as new. In fact, it can replace your bleach!
Simply add 1 cup of hydrogen peroxide to the washing drum before adding your laundry. It can also be placed in the bleach dispenser of your washing machine.
17. Clean litter box
You can eliminate odors and disinfect your cat’s litter box with the magic of hydrogen peroxide. Dump out the litter box and wash with hot, soapy water. Then spray liberally with hydrogen peroxide. Lastly, replace with clean litter.
18. Minor cuts
This is pretty well-known but it works. 3% hydrogen peroxide cleans minor cuts. However, it’s been stated that it can also slow the healing of wounds. Thus, it’s best to use it on tiny cuts.
19. Clean grout
Grout is pretty unsightly stuff. To spruce it up, make sure it’s dry and then pour hydrogen peroxide onto the area. Allow it to sit for a couple of hours before coming back and scrubbing with a brush and soapy water.
20. Disinfect sponges and dishrags
Your sponges and dishrags put in a lot of work for us. It’s only right that we help them along the way. Simply soak the used sponge or rags in hydrogen peroxide. You can also spray them instead when they’re in the sink or the tub. When they foam up, you’ll know it’s working!
21. Clean kids toys
It’s no secret — kids love to put things in their mouths, leaving a trail of drool behind them. Gross, we know but it’s life! To keep your kids safe, wipe down their toys with hydrogen peroxide every now and then. Allow them to air dry.
22. Clean fingernails
This is actually quite simple! Just mix 3-4 tablespoons of 3% hydrogen peroxide with a 1/2 cup of water. Then, soak your nails (get comfy!) for about 2 minutes. Next, grab a soft brush or cotton ball and scrub. Make sure to keep dipping the brush or cotton ball. Lastly, rinse!
23. Clean algae in aquarium
Our fish are our family so we always try and keep them safe from danger. Algae is one of the most common dangers to our pet fish. To clean the aquarium without harming the fish, add 3% hydrogen peroxide using a syringe or dropper directly onto the algae, if possible. Do this for 5 minutes. Use about 60 ml of hydrogen peroxide per 250 liters (66 gallons) of water.
The algae will dilute rapidly.
24. DIY Toothpaste
While baking soda is great for a toothpaste, hydrogen peroxide is as well! If you’re in a pinch, this combo will work wonders! Don’t forget to use water when doing so!
Do not swallow the peroxide!
25. Sprout seeds
To help sprout healthy seeds you can allow them to soak in 3% hydrogen peroxide for 20 minutes before planting them. This helps to soften their outer coating to begin the germination (growing) process.
You can also just spray with the hydrogen peroxide after it’s been planted when you moisten the soil. Use 1 part hydrogen peroxide to 32 parts water.
26. Clean makeup brushes
Bacteria loves to grow on those brushes! Soak the brushes in 1 cup of water with 1 teaspoon of 3% hydrogen peroxide.
27. Kill mold
If you have mold, make sure to have a humidifier and air conditioner in your home. Mold can cause health problems with those who have asthma and allergies. Just apply hydrogen peroxide to the area and wipe clean.
28. Clean reusable bags
It’s important to keep your bags clean in between trips to the grocery store. All you have to do is spray them with hydrogen peroxide in between uses. That’s it!
29. Hide roots
If you have bleached blonde hair you can hide your roots when they start to show. All you have to do is dab it on and let it sit for about half an hour and rinse out.
30. Clean the refrigerator
It doesn’t take long for the fridge to get a bit messy. Even when you can’t see them, germs are there. To keep them at bay, simply spray your fridge with hydrogen peroxide and wipe it down.
31. Yeast infections
This one has been debated for some time. Yes, it’s true that hydrogen peroxide can kill yeast. However, it might not work on every species of yeast.
Instead of douching with hydrogen peroxide (don’t do that!), add it to a bath. The water will help dilute the solution. Just don’t use it for an extended period of time.
32. Shine floors
To keep your floor shining just add 1/2 cup of hydrogen peroxide to 1 gallon of hot water. Then, mop, or wipe, away!
33. Clean shower curtains
Shower curtains can get moldy and full of mildew and soap scum in between washes. To prevent this, toss your shower curtain in the washer and then add 1 cup of 3% hydrogen peroxide to the rinse cycle.
34. Combat toothache
Hydrogen peroxide can help that nagging toothache and even heal bleeding gums and reduce plaque. Simply mix equal parts 3% hydrogen peroxide and water. Use it as a mouthwash and do not swallow it.
35. Disinfect toilet bowel brushes
Disinfecting your toilet brush is easy. Just make sure to purchase one that comes in its own (enclosed) holder. Just pour hydrogen peroxide in it and set your brush inside.
36. Disinfect lunch boxes
Lunch boxes go out with us everyday. Therefore, it’s going to pick up a thing or two. To keep them clean, just spray it down with hydrogen peroxide.
37. Bathroom spray
Whether you’re cleaning your mirrors, showers, or countertops, hydrogen peroxide is great for cleaning your bathroom. Just spray down the bathroom and allow the hydrogen peroxide to sit for several minutes. Then, wipe away!
38. Mouthwash
Did you know that hydrogen peroxide helps get rid of bad breath? It gets to the root of the problem by killing the bacteria that causes it. Just use the 3% hydrogen peroxide as a regular mouthwash.
39. Clean humidifiers and dehumidifiers
We literally breath in what the humidifier kicks out. But if it doesn’t dry in between uses, it can create mold. To prevent this, run a cycle with 3% hydrogen peroxide mixed in. Just use 1 pint for every gallon of water.
40. Foot fungus
If you’ve noticed fungus on your feet, try spraying 50/50 hydrogen peroxide and water onto your feet at night. Then just let them dry. Or try soaking them in water and hydrogen peroxide instead.
41. Washing dishes
To give your dishes an extra boost while in the dishwasher, just add a couple of ounces of hydrogen peroxide to each load. You can even do this when washing the dishes by hand. Your dishes will be cleaner than ever before.
42. Plant doctor
Plants can grow fungus. To ward it off, use a diluted hydrogen peroxide solution. Mix 1 pint of water and 4 teaspoons of hydrogen peroxide in a spray bottle. Spray regularly on plants.
43. Sanitize toothbrushes
Every once in awhile it’s okay to use a bit of hydrogen peroxide onto your toothbrush. Just place the bristles in a cup of 3% hydrogen peroxide solution (enough to cover the bristles). Allow to sit for 5 minutes and then rinse well. Lastly, shake off any excess water.
44. Get rid of odors
If your towels, linens, and clothes are starting to smell, try using hydrogen peroxide. Add 1/2 cup of vinegar to 1/2 cup of hydrogen peroxide. Allow them to sit for about 15 minutes and then wash regularly.
Only make sure to do this with light colors!
45. De-skunk your pet
If your pet is sprayed by a skunk, hydrogen peroxide can help! Just mix 1 quart of 3% hydrogen peroxide, 1/4 cup baking soda, 1 teaspoon dish detergent, and 2 quarts warm water. Work the mixture onto the fur.
Note: keep in mind that hydrogen peroxide is a type of bleaching agent. Do not let this sit on the fur for long. Also, it’s best to wear gloves when treating your pet with this solution.
46. Treat colds
While there really isn’t a cure for a cold, hydrogen peroxide can help alleviate symptoms. Try putting a couple of drops of 3% hydrogen peroxide in each ear.
Note: This doesn’t replace going to a doctor!
47. Calluses and corns
If you have hard calluses that are causing you pain, use hydrogen peroxide to soften them up. Just soak them in hydrogen peroxide and water.
48. Toilet bowl cleaner
To clean your toilet with hydrogen peroxide, just pour half a cup of it into the toilet bowl and wait for 20 minutes. Lastly, scrub clean.
49. Smelly and stained tupperware
This should come as no surprise. It seems like hydrogen peroxide can be used just about anywhere to clean and disinfect. Simply soak the tupperware in hydrogen peroxide and water for a day. Then, rinse when done. Scrub as needed.
50. Remove armpit stains
For this, make sure your shirt is machine washable. Then, mix 1 part 3% hydrogen peroxide, 1 part baking soda, and 1 part water. Rub the solution into the stain and let sit for at least 30 minutes. Then, use a soft-bristled brush to loosen any leftover residue. Finally, wash as usual.
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