Polish Concrete Floors, Remove Wallpaper from Drywall & Get Rid of Small Ants
Joan Clark
January 09, 2026
Hi there,
Home projects have a way of piling up, especially when the solutions aren't obvious. We've gathered practical guidance to help tackle four common challenges that can transform your space.
In today's issue:
Polishing Concrete Floors to a Professional Finish
Eliminating Tiny Ant Invasions for Good
Removing Wallpaper Without Damaging Drywall
And more…
CLEANING
We once watched a homeowner transform a dull garage slab into a showroom-worthy surface in just one weekend - proof that polished concrete delivers both beauty and durability when done right. These five tips reveal the exact steps to achieve that same professional shine, from proper grinding techniques to choosing the right sealer for high-traffic areas.
CLEANING
We once peeled back a corner of vintage floral wallpaper only to discover three more layers underneath, each one a time capsule of someone's decorating dreams. That's when we learned that the right technique can save hours of frustration and protect the drywall beneath.
TIP OF THE DAY
Can you freeze cooked pasta without turning it into mush?
Undercook your pasta by two minutes, drain it well, and let it cool completely on a baking sheet. Portion it into freezer-safe bags, press out all the air, label with the date, and freeze flat for up to two months. To serve, drop the frozen pasta into boiling water or sauce for 1-2 minutes until heated through. Slightly firm noodles hold their texture better after thawing because they finish cooking when you reheat. |  |
BUG CONTROL
Tiny ants marching across the counter can turn a peaceful morning into a frustrating game of search-and-destroy, but most ant colonies can be stopped with pantry staples already sitting in the cupboard. We've rounded up 17 simple, proven tactics that work fast with no harsh chemicals or expensive exterminators required.
FUN FACT
Drippy Fountain Pens
Before Lewis Waterman's 1884 breakthrough , fountain pens leaked so badly that insurance salespeople carried towels. Early models relied on gravity, so a change in air pressure or even holding the pen at the wrong angle could empty the entire reservoir in seconds. Waterman's three-channel feed design used air exchange to control ink flow, turning a messy gamble into a tool you could trust. |  |
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THANK YOU!
Shiny floors, ant-free counters, wallpaper-free walls, and sparkling tub jets; your home is about to feel brand new . These fixes take minutes but deliver hours of satisfaction. Pick one project this weekend and watch the transformation happen.
Here's to a home that sparkles as bright as you do,
Tipsbulletin Newsletter Team
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