Remove Hard Water Stains, Coffee Stains, Screen Cleaner & Cats in Flower Beds

Author

Joan Clark
November 17, 2025

 

Hi there,

Check out our curated, simple, effective fixes for everyday messes at home. We favor quick wins that save time and bring calm.

In today's issue:

  • Remove Hard Water from Glass Shower Doors

  • Stop Cats from Soiling Flower Beds

  • Make a Homemade Screen Cleaner

  • No More Coffee Cup Stains!

  • And more...

CLEANING

We share seven easy ways to remove hard water stains from glass shower doors so your shower shines again without harsh chemicals. Fun fact: those cloudy spots are calcium and magnesium deposits. We once cleared a door in 15 minutes using plain white vinegar and a microfiber cloth.

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CLEANING

Coffee rings on mugs form quickly, so we found seven quick ways to remove them so your favorite cups look fresh again. A sprinkle of baking soda and a damp cloth rescued a treasured mug once, a simple reminder that mild abrasives lift tannin stains without scratches.

TIP OF THE DAY

Yucky Gloves Restored

Wool and knit gloves trap sweat and bacteria quickly, so hand-wash them after every 2 to 3 wears. Fill a basin with cool water and add one teaspoon of gentle detergent or baby shampoo. Submerge the gloves, gently squeeze the soapy water through the fibers for about 30 seconds, then rinse under cool running water.

Roll them in a towel to press out excess moisture, then lay flat on a dry towel. Air-drying preserves the shape and prevents shrinkage.

CLEANING

We gathered seven simple screen cleaner recipes that make fingerprints disappear and leave phones, tablets, and laptops looking new . We once lifted a stubborn makeup smudge with a single drop of dish soap in distilled water!

FUN FACT

Device Designed for Horses Saves Human Lives

Lewis Haslett's 1849 patent for an "inhaler" was intended to protect horses from dust in mines and stables. The design used one-way valves and a moistened wool filter to clean incoming air.

Within a decade, versions of Haslett's device were being adapted for firefighters, miners, and factory workers, making the gas mask one of the few safety tools that started in the stable and ended up on the battlefield.

PLANTS & GARDEN

After rescuing tulips from a determined neighborhood tabby, we learned that small shifts can protect flower beds without harming any cats. We have 10 quick, humane tips that are easy to implement. Did you know that most cats avoid citrus and prickly textures? A few orange peels or pine cones can turn flower beds into no-go zones.

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THANK YOU!

Scrub water spots off glass, guard flower beds from feline freeloaders, mix gentle screen sprays, and banish coffee rings from favorite mugs. Small fixes, big payoff . Grab a sponge, a sprinkle of wit, and these quick steps to keep showers clear, gardens respected, screens streak-free, and cups bright — today and tomorrow.

Shine on, and keep cats guessing,

Tipsbulletin Newsletter Team

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