Eliminate Smoke Odor, Clean Cutting Board, Slime Out of Hair & Ground Wasps
Joan Clark
October 29, 2025
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Hello there,
We know that a fresh, calm home can change the day. We gathered simple, proven fixes to make your life easier.
In today's issue:
Clear Smoke Smell at Home
Ground Wasps, Safe Removal
Get Slime Out of Hair Fast
Clean a Plastic Cutting Board
And more...
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CLEANING
We once freshened a smoke-tinged guest room in a single weekend, and these 7+ tips show how to eliminate odors from the air, fabrics, and walls. We even share a fun fact: activated charcoal traps odor molecules in air filters, while vinegar and baking soda break down residue so rooms smell clean, not covered up.
CLEANING
During a summer cookout, we erased turmeric stains from a plastic board with lemon juice and sunlight, a small win that saved a favorite tool. Learn 11+ ways to clean a plastic cutting board , from lifting odors with baking soda to sanitizing with diluted bleach while avoiding warping.
TIP OF THE DAY
Is Your Houseplant Auditioning for Jack and the Beanstalk?
Downsize the pot by one size or keep it slightly root-bound to slow spurts. Repot in spring using a gritty, well-draining mix; trim 10-20% of the longest roots with clean shears, then water lightly. Terra-cotta pots help wick moisture, so growth cools without drama. Skip nitrogen-heavy feed for 6-8 weeks post-prune. Water only when the top 1-2 inches are dry to rein in growth while keeping the plant healthy. |  |
CLEANING
Uncover seven easy ways to get slime out of hair, so a sticky surprise never hijacks the day or a favorite style. Fun fact: Most school-glue slime uses PVA and borate, and vinegar or oil helps loosen those bonds, allowing the strands to slide free.
FUN FACT
When Did We Start Zooming In?
Early ideas for variable-focus lenses appeared in the early 1900s. Some histories cite a 1902 patent by Clile C. Allen linked to this idea, though clear documentation is hard to find. Designers spoke of varifocal experiments, not the zoom language used today. The concept was bold, and the tools of the time made practical builds tough, so the dream took decades to reach working cameras. |  |
BUG CONTROL
It's no fun to mow over a ground wasp nest - especially if you are allergic. There are ways to eliminate these pests without a sting (or 12) ruining your day. We have the solutions you need.
THANK YOU!
Quick recap : clear smoke odors for fresher rooms, guide ground wasps away without drama, coax slime from hair with pantry helpers, and revive plastic cutting boards until they shine. Small steps add up. Your home, your rules, your calm.
Breathe easy,
Tipsbulletin Newsletter Team
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