Shower Drain Smells, Nail Glue & Minty Bed Bugs
Joan Clark
June 15, 2026
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Hi there,
Home challenges have a way of sneaking up when you least expect them. We've discovered the answers to a few common household problems that can disrupt your day.
In today's issue:
Get Rid of That Shower Drain Smell
Natural Defense Against Bed Bugs
Removing Nail Glue from Fabric: A Step-by-Step Guide
And more…
CLEANING
We've all caught that sour whiff rising from the shower drain and wondered if something died down there (spoiler: it's usually just soap scum and bacteria throwing a party). These eight quick fixes will banish the smell for good and restore the spa-like bathroom experience everyone deserves.
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH ONE SKIN
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CLEANING
A single drop of nail glue can turn a favorite shirt into what feels like a lost cause, but fabric fibers are more forgiving than most people think. We've collected 11+ smart, tested methods that work on everything from cotton to polyester, so that a DIY manicure mishap doesn't have to mean goodbye to a beloved piece of clothing.
TIP OF THE DAY
Washing Blueberries
Rinse blueberries only right before eating or cooking, never before storage. Moisture invites mold, so keep them dry in the fridge.
If you buy them already damp, spread them on a paper towel for 10 minutes to air-dry, then transfer to a breathable container. Dry berries stay fresh up to two weeks; wet ones turn mushy in days.
BUG CONTROL
Peppermint oil contains menthol, which bed bugs find so repellent that they'll avoid treated areas for weeks—a finding that surprised even seasoned pest control professionals . We found five unexpected ways this natural remedy can protect your home without harsh chemicals.
FUN FACT
School Buses Were Almost White
In 1939, transportation experts gathered at Columbia University and nearly chose white as the national standard for school buses because it showed up well in fog. Yellow won by a single vote after researchers proved that peripheral vision picks up yellow-orange 1.24 times faster. National School Bus Glossy Yellow has been the law in most states ever since. |  |
THANK YOU!
You've tackled stubborn smells, outsmarted bed bugs, and saved your favorite shirt from nail glue disaster . That's three wins before lunch. Not bad.
May your drains stay fresh,
Tipsbulletin Newsletter Team
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