Washer Mildew, Deodorize Garbage Disposal & Keep Chipmunks Away
Joan Clark
May 19, 2026
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Hi there,
Spring cleaning often uncovers stubborn household problems that need quick, useful resolutions. We've got the answers to help you tackle those nagging issues around your home.
In today's issue:
Banish Mildew Odors From Your Washing Machine
Natural Ways to Deter Chipmunks From Your Yard
Freshen Up a Smelly Garbage Disposal
And more…
CLEANING
When we first discovered that our front-loader was the source of that musty smell in the laundry room, it felt like solving a mystery no one wants to crack. These 7+ straightforward techniques show how to banish mildew odor from the washer using supplies already sitting in the pantry.
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CLEANING
A garbage disposal that smells like last week's leftovers can turn even the most beautiful kitchen into a place no one wants to linger. Dropping a handful of citrus peels down the drain while running cold water not only freshens the disposal instantly but also sharpens the blades naturally—a trick professional plumbers have used for decades.
TIP OF THE DAY
Shower Curtain Liner Science Experiment
Toss the liner into the washing machine with two bath towels and a half-cup of baking soda on the warm cycle. The towels scrub away soap scum and mildew while the baking soda deodorizes. Add a half-cup of white vinegar and a few drops of tea tree oil during the rinse cycle to break down any remaining residue.
Hang the liner back up immediately while it's still damp so it dries wrinkle-free. This method works because the towels provide gentle friction without tearing the plastic, and the vinegar prevents new mold from taking hold.
WILDLIFE CONTROL
Chipmunks can strip a garden of its ripest tomatoes in under an hour —a fact most homeowners discover only after the damage is done. Discover five simple strategies that protect plants from chipmunks without harming these surprisingly determined little creatures.
FUN FACT
Can you read by the glow of a billion-dollar mistake?
Early LEDs were so dim that you could barely see them in daylight, producing only about 0.001 lumens compared to the 800 lumens of a standard 60-watt bulb today. For the first two decades, LEDs served only as tiny indicator lights on electronics because they cost around $200 per unit in today's money. General Electric dismissed the technology as commercially useless. |  |
THANK YOU!
Whether you're banishing mildew, outsmarting backyard bandits, or taming a garbage disposal that's staging a revolt, you now have the tools to handle it without calling in reinforcements . Home maintenance doesn't have to be a mystery or a chore that eats up your Saturday.
Here's to a week free of funky smells,
Tipsbulletin Newsletter Team
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