Sat Dec 27 - Weekend Special Edition - Tipsbulletin Newsletter

Joan Clark
December 27, 2025

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Hi there,

You know how sometimes you read something and it just stays with you? Well, that's what happened with these three pieces from last week's Tipsbulletin newsletter. I'm so excited to share what rose to the top; these are the stories that our community couldn't stop talking about.

In this recap:

Natural Drain Cleaner That Actually Works
The Right Way to Mop Tile Floors
Natural Ways to Keep Ants Out of Your Home
Top Tip: Cheap Toilet Hack

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CLEANING

A slow drain doesn't need harsh chemicals when pantry staples like baking soda and vinegar can break down clogs naturally. These seven homemade recipes save money, protect pipes, and get water flowing freely again.

7 Easy-to-Make Drain Cleaner Recipes

CLEANING

Tile floors can lose their shine after years of foot traffic, spills, and the wrong cleaning products, but restoring that fresh-from-the-showroom gleam is easier than most people think . This guide walks through six straightforward mopping methods that protect grout, prevent streaks, and bring back the sparkle without harsh chemicals or expensive equipment.

6 Simple Ways to Mop Tile Floors

BUG CONTROL

Ants can detect sugar from across a room, but their sense of smell also makes them vulnerable to dozens of common household scents they'll avoid at all costs. We've rounded up 8+ proven solutions that send these tiny invaders marching in the opposite direction.

8+ Solutions Ants Hate to Keep Them Away

TIP OF THE WEEK

Can You Really Clean a Toilet With What's in Your Pantry?

Sprinkle half a cup of table salt directly onto stubborn toilet rings, then squeeze the juice of one lemon over them. Let the mixture sit for 15 minutes while the citric acid dissolves the buildup, then scrub with a brush and flush.

The salt acts as a gentle abrasive that won't scratch porcelain, and lemon leaves a fresh scent without synthetic fragrance.

THANK YOU!

We’re so grateful you chose to be here with us today , exploring these stories that we hope have enriched your week. Take what resonates, leave what doesn’t, and know that we’ll be back next week with more inspiration.

Have a wonderful weekend,

Tipsbulletin Newsletter Team

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