Clean Leather Shoes, Remove Coffee Stains, Clean Grill Grates & Homemade Gnat Traps
Joan Clark
December 02, 2025
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When life hands you scuffed shoes, sticky grill grates, and a swarm of fruit flies, it's time to roll up your sleeves with solutions that work. We're sharing the smart, simple fixes that keep your home running smoothly.
In today's issue:
How to Clean Leather Shoes
DIY Gnat Traps
Grill Grate Cleaning Magic
Removing Coffee Stains
And more…
CLEANING
We once ruined a favorite pair of leather boots by tossing them in the washing machine; turns out that soap and water aren't always the answer . These eight smart tips will keep shoes looking polished without the guesswork or expensive products.
CLEANING
Coffee spills happen to everyone, and that brown ring on a favorite shirt doesn't have to mean goodbye. We've gathered 17 clever tricks from pantry staples to surprising household heroes that actually work.
TIP OF THE DAY
Under Fridge Science Experiment?
Slide a yardstick wrapped in a damp microfiber cloth under the fridge to sweep out crumbs and sticky spills. Spray the cloth lightly with all-purpose cleaner, then wrap it around the stick and secure it. Push the tool back and forth across the entire width, then replace the cloth and repeat until it comes out clean. This method reaches spaces too narrow for a mop and prevents grime from hardening. |  |
CLEANING
We once left a grill uncovered through a rainy spring and learned the hard way that rust can claim even the sturdiest grates in a matter of weeks. These six simple techniques will keep grill grates spotless and protected, so every cookout starts with a clean slate.
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BUG CONTROL
Fruit flies can lay up to 500 eggs at a time, which explains why a few gnats can turn into a full-blown kitchen invasion overnight. We've rounded up 31 homemade traps that use pantry staples to stop the swarm before it takes over your countertops.
THANK YOU!
Your shoes are shining, your grill is spotless, those gnats have met their match, and coffee stains don't stand a chance . Four problems solved. Not bad! Now enjoy the sparkling-clean space you've earned.
May your leather stay supple and your coffee stay in the cup,
Tipsbulletin Newsletter Team
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