DIY All Purpose Cleaners, Stubborn Stains Out & Kitchen Sugar Ants
Joan Clark
December 22, 2025
Hi there,
Spring cleaning season may be months away, but a fresh, organized home feels good any time of year. Tackling a stubborn mess is a small win in the home that adds up to big peace of mind.
In today's issue:
Make Your Own All-Purpose Cleaner for Pennies
Stop Sugar Ants from Invading Your Kitchen
Remove Set-In Stains Without Harsh Chemicals
And more…
CLEANING
We tested dozens of homemade cleaner recipes in real kitchens and bathrooms, and discovered that the most effective formulas contain just three to five pantry staples. These seven recipes cut through grease, soap scum, and grime without harsh chemicals, and each one costs almost nothing to make.
CLEANING
We've all stood frozen in front of the mirror, watching a red wine splash bloom across a favorite white blouse and wondering if this is finally the stain that wins. These five proven methods have rescued countless garments from the donation pile, turning laundry disasters into simple fixes.
TIP OF THE DAY
Secret Window Weapon
Dip a cotton swab in rubbing alcohol and run it along the narrow channels and corners of window tracks where brushes can't reach. The alcohol cuts through sticky residue and evaporates fast. Keep a small cup of alcohol nearby and swap out swabs as they get dirty. You'll probably need four to six per window. This method tackles the stubborn spots that make tracks look grimy even after a general cleaning. |  |
BUG CONTROL
Sugar ants can detect a single grain of spilled sugar from several feet away, which explains why they seem to appear out of nowhere the moment something sweet hits the counter. We've rounded up four straightforward methods that work fast to reclaim your kitchen from these persistent little visitors.
FUN FACT
Can You Really See a Laser Show from Space?
A single residential laser projector can splash 3,000 square feet of moving patterns across a home in under two minutes. Traditional incandescent mini-light strands cover about 25 linear feet per string and require an average of four hours to install on a typical two-story house. Lasers, invented by Lou Lentine in 2011, cut setup time by roughly 95%, which explains why sales jumped 300% between 2015 and 2017. |  |
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THANK YOU!
Your home deserves clean counters, ant-free zones, and spotless shirts ready for a fresh start . These recipes and tricks turn everyday messes into quick wins. Now go tackle that stubborn stain.
May your surfaces shine and your ants find the exit,
Tipsbulletin Newsletter Team
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