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00:00Want to pour yourself a drink before we begin?
00:02Just make sure not to grab the glass with your palm.
00:05Yep, that's right, the glass has a stem for a reason.
00:08Touching the glass bowl with your hands will alter the drink's temperature,
00:11and it will get warmer much sooner.
00:14While we're in the kitchen, let's check out your fridge.
00:18Most of those come with designated areas in the door shelves for eggs,
00:22but this may not be the best solution for storing them.
00:25The temperature in the door shelves tends to be a bit higher than in the fridge itself,
00:29so it's not the best place to store delicate types of food, like eggs or dairy.
00:34Make sure to remember that after your next trip to the supermarket.
00:38Also, while we're still browsing items in the fridge,
00:41did you know that waiting for food to cool down before refrigerating it may be bad for it?
00:46Keeping food at room temperature for more than two hours can increase its chances of going bad,
00:52so pop it in as soon as possible.
00:54Just make sure to divide your food into smaller batches to help it cool down quicker.
00:59What's that in your fridge I just saw?
01:01Chocolate? Well, that's a big no-no.
01:04Regardless of the season, remember to never store chocolate in the fridge.
01:08The lower temperatures inside can cause the chocolate flavor to dull.
01:12Also, who wants to eat rock-hard chocolate anyway?
01:16When it comes to breakfast, next time you boil an egg,
01:19try putting a teaspoon of baking soda into the water when boiling.
01:23The eggshells will peel off way easier.
01:27Another tip is to crack the egg on one end and run it under the tap.
01:31The water stream will help peel off the shell faster and with way less of a mess.
01:37Fan of smoothies?
01:38Bet you didn't know there's actually a correct way to load up your blender.
01:42Start with the liquids, then pile up the solids as you go.
01:45The motion created by the movement of the liquids will ensure a smooth, clump-free, delicious breakfast or snack.
01:52After that, you can clean it by simply adding some dishwashing soap and some water and letting it blend away.
01:58No need to add it to the dishwasher anymore since the full cycle of the dishwasher can damage the metal
02:04plates on the blender.
02:06If you're ever in the mood for a peanut butter sandwich, but the peanut butter is all split with the
02:11oils on top,
02:12remember, there's a correct way to store it.
02:14Placing the peanut butter jar upside down in your cupboard will ensure the oils are spread out evenly.
02:21Love a good steak but never get a perfect consistency?
02:24You're probably digging in too soon.
02:26You have to let the meat rest after cooking for at least 10 minutes before you start cutting it.
02:32Using the right knife will also give you better results.
02:35A sharp knife will ensure you don't lose any of those lovely meat juices.
02:40It's pasta night.
02:42Ever wondered why there's a hole in the middle of the spaghetti spoon?
02:45Turns out you can use that hole to check how much pasta to cook per person.
02:50Now you know exactly how much of it to boil for that special marinara sauce of yours.
02:55When using non-stick pans, never use metal utensils.
02:59Go for wooden or plastic ones instead.
03:01The metal will be way too rough on the surface of your pans and can actually damage the non-adherent
03:06surface.
03:08Are you a leftovers for dinner type of person?
03:10Aren't we all?
03:11Quick tip for reheating your dinner in the microwave.
03:14Try spreading the food around the edges of the plate.
03:18Microwaves are indeed designed to heat food as evenly as possible.
03:22But not if the food is piled up.
03:25Ever try to take out a single tic-tac from the tiny container?
03:29Just turn the box on its side.
03:31There's a cleverly designed slot on the plastic top precisely for that.
03:35No more shaking the tic-tac box like a maniac.
03:39If you're up for some music but don't have a speaker around, don't worry.
03:43Placing your phone in a cup or bowl will amplify the sound and make your experience so much better.
03:49In a hurry, and your phone is running out of battery, there's a simple way to reduce the charging time.
03:56Simply set the phone to airplane mode.
03:58You'll see, it'll charge up to 100% in no time.
04:02We all keep our phones in all sorts of places.
04:05Our pockets, bags, under our pillows.
04:07Hence, a lot of fuzz or lint can get stuck in the charging port.
04:11For safety reasons, turn the phone off before cleaning it.
04:14You can use specifically designed tools for cleaning the charging ports, speakers, or a microphone.
04:20Just be sure to be gentle.
04:23Nice desk you got there.
04:24Did you know that those little legs on the back of the keyboard are actually there to help you see
04:30the keys better?
04:31However, if you can type without having to look at the keyboard, don't use them to lift the keyboard up.
04:36This position can damage your wrists when using for a long period of time.
04:41If you like to keep your things organized and prefer to use sticky notes, just make sure to remove them
04:46from the notes cube from side to side to prevent curling.
04:51We all feel a little overwhelmed when it comes to storage, especially linens.
04:55One easy way to make sure you'll never get mixed sheets is to store each set in the matching pillowcase.
05:02Not only will you get easy access to each set, but it's way nicer to look at on the shelves.
05:07When it comes to storing clothing, people use wooden hangers for more than just aesthetic reasons.
05:12They may be bigger and heavier than plastic ones, but they also help repel moths.
05:17Keep that in mind, more so when storing winter clothes.
05:22Were you ever curious about that one extra loophole in your running shoes?
05:26That one just next to your ankles?
05:29Well, turns out it's there for a reason.
05:31The tighter the laces on your shoes, the less likely you are to get blisters.
05:35Always fit your shoes correctly and use that extra loop in the shoes if needed before you go for a
05:41run.
05:42Your dress shirts have a tiny secret too.
05:45On the inside of the shirt, right between the shoulders, there's a tiny loop that you can use to hang
05:50the garment whenever you don't have a hanger lying around.
05:54Nothing can ruin a good vacation more than unorganized baggage.
05:58To make sure you never have to stuff your luggage with a huge pile of random clothes, instead of folding,
06:05try rolling your stuff and placing it neatly in the baggage.
06:10This way, you save a lot of space.
06:13You have easy access to everything you need, and your clothes will be less wrinkled.
06:19Not to be intrusive, but there's a bunch of things I'd like to show you in the bathroom as well.
06:25Wash your hands for at least 20 seconds each time to get rid of all the germs.
06:30To save the effort, open and close the tap with your wrist if possible.
06:35There you go.
06:36Squeaky clean hands for a longer period of time.
06:41Always brush your hair from the bottom if you want to get rid of any knots.
06:45Brushing your hair from the top will only cause more damage.
06:50When it's time to wash your hair, be sure to concentrate the shampoo on the scalp.
06:56Be careful though, never to apply the shampoo directly to your head.
07:00Lather it a bit with some water between your hands before you start massaging it in.
07:06You can skip shampooing the lengths of your hair unless they're really dirty.
07:10The foam that goes down from your scalp is sufficient to clean that portion.
07:16Take good care of your loofah as well.
07:19Leaving it in a moist, warm shower can increase its chances of gathering all sorts of nasty bacteria.
07:26Either throw it in with your laundry once a week, or let it soak in a solution with diluted bleach.
07:33We're sure you always moisturize after your shower, but there's a correct way to do that too.
07:39Don't add too much cream on your face, and make sure to tap, not rub it in.
07:45Your skin will thank you for it.
07:48You don't have to be a dentist to know how important flossing is.
07:53Next time, try tying your floss in a knot.
07:56With the added tension and grip, your teeth will be cleaner in no time.
08:04There's a dangerous dish that can poison you when prepared incorrectly.
08:08Everyday food like honey and cashew can be harmful too, in certain conditions.
08:13You should know these facts before you eat some products.
08:16Have you ever chewed the seeds when eating an apple?
08:19Then you know that unpleasant taste the seeds have.
08:22That's because of cyanide.
08:24Don't be alarmed yet.
08:25The seeds have a protective cloak covering them.
08:28That's why cyanide doesn't enter your system if you accidentally swallow the seeds.
08:33Better be cautious though.
08:35Even small doses of cyanide can result in rapid breathing and more extreme and unpleasant results.
08:42Another danger lurking in your kitchen is potatoes.
08:45The ones with sprouts and green spots.
08:47Cutting off the green parts or sprouts solves the problem only visibly.
08:51The toxic substance called glycoalkaloid may have already spread through the whole potato.
08:58This substance turns some parts of a potato green for some reason.
09:02It's a sign for you.
09:03Eating this kind of potato can cause nausea, headaches and other consequences.
09:09Are you a bubble tea fan?
09:11Then maybe you're familiar with cassava, a.k.a. tapioca.
09:15This is a root veggie and it's cultivated in South America.
09:19It's also often used to make cakes and chips.
09:22It can be either sweet or bitter.
09:25It's common for root and tuber varieties of cassava to contain toxins.
09:30Tapioca must be prepared properly before you consume it.
09:33If it's served incorrectly or eaten raw, the consequences are pretty serious.
09:39But when it's processed correctly, it's delicious and safe to eat.
09:44Elderberries are known as a supplement to boost your immune system and help your body fight a cold or the
09:50flu.
09:50This medicinal plant needs to be handled and prepared with care too.
09:54If you eat unripe berries, they can do more harm than good.
09:59Here comes lectin and cyanide.
10:01These chemicals can cause stomach problems, for instance.
10:05This one makes me sad more than any other thing on the list.
10:08And this list includes a lot of healthy products.
10:11Anyway, here I spell it out.
10:14Popcorn
10:15There are many studies saying that microwave popcorn is harmful for you.
10:20First, you consume the chemicals used in packaging.
10:23There are also flavoring additives that aren't healthy.
10:27Now remember that moment when you open the bag and hot popcorn smelling air goes up into your nose?
10:33It can lead to irreversible lung damage.
10:36For instance, there's a diagnosis named popcorn lung.
10:39A chemical used to provide microwave popcorn with its buttery flavor is related to that diagnosis.
10:46What can you do?
10:47Choose other packaging options or invest in an air popper.
10:51Air popped popcorn has only 90 calories and less than 1 gram of fat.
10:57Yay!
10:58Number 6 is honey.
11:01Honey is a sweet liquid made by…
11:03I'm joking.
11:04But do you know that natural honey is dangerous to eat if the amount is more than a teaspoon?
11:09It has a toxin with a hard-to-pronounce name.
11:12To get rid of this toxin, honey has to go through a pasteurization process.
11:16Let's move on to cherry pits.
11:18If you don't chew or crunch them, you'll probably be fine.
11:22Yet, keep in mind that these pits contain prusic acid, and this stuff is poisonous.
11:29What about ackee fruit?
11:30It's the national fruit of Jamaica, and it turns out unripe ackee contains a poison called hypoglycem.
11:37Ackee fruit must be fully ripe if you want to eat it.
11:40In other words, this fruit should open up by itself.
11:44Once it's ready to be picked up, it'll split wide open.
11:47No to the highly toxic pink flesh or black seeds, and yes to the delicious creamy pulp near the seeds.
11:55Eating this fruit incorrectly can cause Jamaican stomach sickness.
12:00Fugu is the Japanese word for puffer fish, and the dish prepared from it.
12:05What's interesting about this dish is that it can be the last dish in your life if you don't prepare
12:10it properly.
12:11This fish contains a very powerful toxin that's very dangerous to humans.
12:16A single fish has enough poison to harm 30 people.
12:20Because of this, Japanese chefs undergo years of training to get a special license.
12:25Despite all precautions and preparations, fugu still sometimes becomes the last meal for some people.
12:32Would you take that risk?
12:35Perfect ciders, cashews.
12:37They can also be very risky to eat when they're raw.
12:40You probably get cashews from stores with raw cashew labels, but they aren't 100% raw.
12:46Before they find their spots on the shelves, they're processed with steam to remove a toxin called urushiol.
12:53Cashew shells contain this toxin.
12:55What would happen to you if you ate these nuts raw?
12:58A dangerous allergic reaction if you have a tendency to allergies.
13:02This depends on your sensitivity to poison ivy.
13:07Speaking of raw food, raw kidney beans are risky too.
13:11They contain a toxin called lectin.
13:13This one can give you stomach aches and other digestion-related issues as a bonus.
13:18All you need is to swallow 4 to 5 raw beans to experience these side effects.
13:24Red beans are rich in plant-based protein, essential vitamins, and minerals.
13:29Cook them correctly to enjoy these goodies.
13:32For this, keep dried red beans on the stove for at least 10 minutes.
13:36Boiling them for a shorter time and at a lower temperature can actually increase their toxicity.
13:41Beans can become even more toxic than if they are consumed raw.
13:45So yeah, a minimum of 10 minutes at high temperatures.
13:49Eating too many untreated bitter almonds can cause many unpleasant symptoms and health issues.
13:56Rhubarb leaves are a bit tricky too.
13:58You can eat the stock, but don't munch on the leaves.
14:01The leaves contain oxalic acid, which ties to calcium.
14:05This makes it harder for the body to absorb the needed amounts of calcium.
14:10Mushrooms
14:11For plenty of people, pizza and pasta wouldn't be so great without mushrooms.
14:16We all know that mushrooms are kinda unpredictable, especially if they grow in the wild.
14:21Here are two of the most dangerous ones.
14:24The death cap and the destroying angel.
14:28Starfruit is a risky choice for people with sensitive kidneys.
14:31If you're one of them, you might want to keep this fruit out of your meals.
14:35Regularly functioning kidneys can filter out the toxins starfruit contains.
14:40Otherwise, the toxin will hang around and cause some problems there.
14:44The next product on the list is nutmeg.
14:47If you find that nutty flavor super nice like me, hear me out before adding it everywhere.
14:52Small amounts of nutmeg are fine and healthy.
14:55But if you, let's say, eat spoonfuls of nutmeg, it can cause problems.
15:00Even with two teaspoons, knock knock, you get poisoned.
15:05Canned tuna can be a lifesaver.
15:08It's not pricey, it's a good source of protein, and with its help, you can prepare a delicious meal quickly.
15:14No cooking, just lettuce, bread, and a few more ingredients.
15:18There you go.
15:19How about three to five times a week?
15:22And you might experience a side effect called mercury poisoning.
15:26Now, this is related to how much and what type of food you consume.
15:31Canned tuna contains mercury, and that's why eating too much of it can lead to mercury poisoning.
15:36Medical advisors say that every kind of fish has some level of mercury.
15:41But that level differs from one species to another.
15:44For example, canned tuna has relatively high levels of mercury.
15:49Obviously, seafood is a great source of omega-3 and other things that are essential to our brain and good
15:55health.
15:55To stay safe, experts advise people to choose low-mercury seafood.
16:00Here's an interesting fact related to this.
16:03To get the most omega-3 fats from your canned tuna, choose water-packed fish instead of oil-packed.
16:09In oil-packed cans, the oil mixes with some of the tuna's natural fat.
16:14You open the can and drain the oil, and some of the fish's omega-3 fatty acids also get drained.
16:20But water and oil don't mix.
16:23Water-packed tuna won't lose its omega-3 fats.
16:26You can add some oil and dressing after you open the can.
16:33The cylinder on the end of a cable is sitting there, useless as it might seem.
16:38In fact, this is a ferrite bead that assists with many electrical wires to reduce electromagnetic interference.
16:47Electrical wires act like unintentional antennas, broadcasting the EMI.
16:53There's a reason why the spinning wheel inside their microwave is circular.
16:57A circular object will evenly distribute the heat as opposed to a rectangular and square one.
17:04When you place containers of these shapes inside, the energy is focused on the corners, rather than spread evenly like
17:11in a round container.
17:14The temperature gauge on a toaster is commonly used to determine how crisp you like your toast.
17:19But the other, more specific use for the gauge was for the different types of bread.
17:25White and sweet types of bread heat up much faster as opposed to heavier brown and rye ones.
17:31The older bread is, the more time it will need in a toaster to ensure the golden brown results you're
17:37looking for.
17:39Most ovens give you the option of leaving the door ajar when broiling a dish inside.
17:45You probably think the goal here is to help cool down the oven after use.
17:50In reality, its purpose is to focus on cooking the top of the dish and to ensure a crusty layer.
17:57Controlling the build-up of heat and steam by releasing it through the slightly ajar door gives you the desired
18:04result without cooking the entire dish to a crispy end.
18:08You probably have noticed that your dishwasher has specific areas for different types of cutleries and dishware.
18:15But all the dishware pieces should be facing towards the center and not all in one direction.
18:21What types of foods were on the plates will also determine where they should be located in the racks.
18:27As the middle of the machine gets the strongest spray, carb-based stains from tomatoes and potatoes should be placed
18:35there.
18:35The detergent is more focused on the outside during the clean, creating a waterfall-like cleanse.
18:42That's why protein-based stains, like from eggs for example, should be stacked there.
18:49Ceiling fans push cool air down on a hot day, circulating the room.
18:54But they can serve you during the winter just as effectively if you flick that switch on the side or
19:00use the pulley.
19:01So if you want to save some money on heating and try to quickly warm up your room on a
19:06cold day, turn the fan on.
19:08It will push the air up and spread the warm air around, more effectively warming the room up.
19:14Do you still use sticky notes instead of those fancy new apps on all possible gadgets?
19:20Welcome to the club.
19:21Regardless of what you use them for, they can annoyingly curl up.
19:25If you've had this issue, it's because you've peeled them from the bottom upwards.
19:30Doing it this way causes the curling.
19:33Peeling them from the side will ensure they remain flat, ready to remind you of your daily tasks.
19:39Did you know that can openers weren't invented until 50 years after preservation cans had been readily available?
19:46So how would it be possible to open a can?
19:49There are a couple of alternative methods just in case you've misplaced your trusty opener.
19:55All you need is a metal spoon.
19:57Set the can down on the counter.
19:59Hold onto it firmly and grasp the head of the spoon tightly.
20:04Apply pressure and vigorously rub the edge of the can's top over a small area.
20:09It takes time, but as you continuously rub, a small indentation soon opens a hole.
20:15Once the hole is wide enough for the spoon's tip, pry the lid upwards and keep going along the edges
20:20until you can finally access the hard-earned meal within.
20:26Most toilets rely on water pressure and gravity to function, so a power outage will not affect them.
20:32But if yours does need electricity to function, you must be worried about using it when the power is out.
20:38The good news is, the power is only used to fill the toilet and not to flush it.
20:43As the flushing mechanism will still work, open the toilet tank and pour in a couple of gallons,
20:48and you're free to flush away whatever you need to.
20:53Blockages in shower drains occur over a long period of time.
20:57It's inevitable.
20:58We lose 50 to 100 hairs a day, and many of them will endeavor to reside within our shower drains.
21:04Hair only forms the foundations of the blockage, and this attracts the buildup of various other things.
21:10A great life hack is to use your vacuum cleaner and put the nozzle in the hole once removing the
21:15plug.
21:16Apply a wet cloth around the nozzle, ensuring air cannot escape.
21:21The vacuum will suck up the blockages a lot easier.
21:24This will help avoid any extra costs from plumbers, as they themselves use this technique.
21:31To make your candles last longer, trim their wicks multiple times and keep them as far away from water and
21:37moist as possible.
21:38It will guarantee that your candle's wax stays firm and steady, and continues to burn slower for a longer period
21:46of time.
21:47The empty space between the panes of the oven door is there for a reason.
21:52You can stick a brush in there to clean the oven door glass.
21:56It's easy to access this space through the bottom of the door, open the lower shelf, then push the brush
22:01through the hole.
22:04While you're parking in a garage, you might find it difficult to determine how close to it you need to
22:09be.
22:10Not all cars have sensors, ensuring you keep the right distance before the bumper makes an indentation on the wall.
22:17Applying a rope with a tennis ball from the ceiling at the right distance will help you learn the best
22:21distance to park from the wall.
22:24We've all been told to loosen a lock with WD-40 or lubricant.
22:29Yes, we all know we should have these around the house.
22:32But in case you don't, a great alternative is drawing with a grey lead pencil along the edges of the
22:37key and then putting it into the lock.
22:40Continue doing this until the keyhole has been adequately lubricated and the key functions smoothly.
22:47Pliers are prone to damage when you use them to adjust faucets and shower heads and are also difficult to
22:53grip.
22:54Take a couple of pieces from the end of an old garden hose and attach them to the jaws of
22:59the pliers.
23:00You'll find a huge improvement with grip and will avoid wear and tear.
23:06You can find a good use for discarded rubber for different things around the house.
23:11When fed up with tightening or loosening with a screwdriver, try using a simple rubber band.
23:17Place part of it into the screw grip and the screwdriver will have far greater traction.
23:24Moving cement blocks isn't safe for your lower back.
23:27Even with a wheelbarrow, it can be a risky process to place the cement onto the ground without causing damage.
23:33Three simple cylinder pipes can make a world of difference, regardless of the size of the block.
23:38Try lifting the edge onto the first pipe with a pry bar, then pushing and maneuvering as you gradually direct
23:45the three pipes towards the desired location.
23:48Just make sure you're not doing this on a slope.
23:52That first strike on a nail can be a great success or will result in a throbbing thumb.
23:58A bobby pin is perfectly shaped to hold a nail in place, allowing for your hand to be clear out
24:04of harm's way and for you to strike the nail without fear.
24:09Use a crayon instead of a pen or pencil while working with a wet saw to ensure the markings are
24:15not removed.
24:16They will also be easier to see under the murky water.
24:21Checking the drains on the roof and determining when they need to be cleaned can take a lot of time.
24:28Using duct tape, attach a mirror on the end of a long broom and review whether the drains need to
24:34be cleaned.
24:35To further assist with your balance as you check on the gutters, attach a pair of old trainers to the
24:40end of the ladder.
24:41The spread of the shoe and its grip will ensure a further level of safety.
24:47Liquid caulk normally comes in huge tubes, so you can never use it all at once.
24:52The hardened tips of liquid caulk create blockages.
24:56Grab a used cork and drill through it to make a perfect lid, concealing the liquid caulk.
25:01Now it's ready to be used again with no blockages.
25:06Have you ever wondered what the color of your walls is signaling to you?
25:10Or have you ever noticed that working from a wooden table can help you get your creative juices flowing more
25:16than a plastic one?
25:17Tag along to uncover everyday household secrets that will make your life better and brighter.
25:24First, walls.
25:26If you're a homeowner, you've probably had to make tough decisions regarding what color you'd like to paint your walls.
25:31If your only priority was doing it cheaply, then I'd guess you went with white paint, right?
25:37Painting a room white has many positive effects.
25:41It can make your space feel wider, quieter, and cleaner.
25:44But there's more to white paint than we think.
25:48Only a few white paints are actually purely white.
25:52According to architects and interior designers, white paint can come with bluish, reddish, yellowish, and even greenish undertones.
25:59To know how white your wall paint really is, hold a sheet of white paper next to it, and there
26:06you'll have it.
26:08Did you know that the same white paint can look different in, say, Seattle than in Florida?
26:14It's just like your eyes slightly changing their hue depending on what you're wearing.
26:18The white paint on your wall will look different depending on where in the world you live, what type of
26:23light your apartment gets, and what furniture you use to decorate your space.
26:29If you have trouble sleeping these days, consider painting all the walls in your room white.
26:34According to sleep experts, an all-white bedroom reduces distractions and creates a tranquil and zen-like environment which can
26:42help you relax and wind down for bed.
26:44There's a branch of psychology that studies the effects of colors on people's moods and behaviors.
26:50Have you ever noticed how you can feel hyper-energetic and maybe even a little anxious in a bright yellow
26:55room?
26:55Or how you can feel calm and relaxed in a light blue painted environment?
27:00Take a look at the color wheel for a moment.
27:02Colors from the red part of the spectrum are considered to be warm, and they include not only red, but
27:08also orange and yellow.
27:09These warm colors can evoke a range of feelings depending on their tones.
27:14Feelings that vary from warmth and comfort to more active emotions of excitement and even angriness.
27:21Now, the blue side of the wheel hosts what are called cool colors, which include blue, purple, and green.
27:28They are normally soothing, but can also fall into the spectrum of sadness.
27:33So do pay attention to which tone of blue you'll choose when redecorating your apartment.
27:38But now that you've finally decided on the new color patterns for your house, it's time to do that good
27:43old rearranging of furniture.
27:45Ever heard of feng shui?
27:48And no, it's not only the art of endlessly moving your couch around until it finally feels right.
27:53It's an ancient Chinese practice that's been around for several thousands of years.
27:58In Chinese, feng means wind, and shui means water.
28:02Culturally, these elements are associated with strong health and good fortune.
28:08According to this philosophy, a well-organized home can help us achieve our life goals and ideals more easily.
28:15And that's what it's mainly about.
28:17For instance, if you're feeling a little blocked, creatively speaking, and have tried all sorts of things to get your
28:23juices flowing,
28:24try one more thing.
28:25Add a little wood to your working environment, or things such as plants and trees.
28:31Having candles around, aromatic or not, can also be a good practice if you're in need of a little inspiration
28:37and enthusiasm in your daily life.
28:40And what about the front door?
28:42Many times before we even notice it, we cross paths with a welcoming or sometimes even unwelcoming doormat.
28:49Today, you can find them in all styles and colors.
28:52But, have you ever noticed if people are placing their doormats in the correct position?
28:58The function of a doormat is to clean the sole of a person's shoe before they enter an apartment.
29:03And yet, somewhere in history, we interpret that the best way for it to be achieved was to place our
29:10doormats horizontally,
29:11with the rim of the carpet parallel to the rim of the door.
29:14Now, this isn't the case at all.
29:16You should place your doormat vertically, creating a long carpet walk from the street to the house.
29:22This way, a person takes more steps until they reach the house.
29:26And the soles of their shoes are cleaner once they've crossed the house's threshold.
29:30And if we're still thinking of feng shui, they say you should pick your doormat color according to which direction
29:36your front door is facing.
29:38So, check this out.
29:40Open the Compass app on your phone and find out which cardinal direction your front door is facing.
29:46If it's facing the south, then the best colors for your doormat will be red, purple, deep orange, vivid yellow,
29:54or deep pink.
29:55But, if it's facing north, let's say then you should be on metallic colors, like white and gray.
30:02Oh yes, a basic feng shui tip would be to get rid of any clutter.
30:06All those old papers you've been keeping for some mysterious reason, or all that childhood memorabilia you're probably not using,
30:13I'd say take that directly to the nearest trash can.
30:16This is one of the success secrets of one of the most prominent home organizing experts of today, Marie Kondo.
30:23Maybe you've seen some of your neighbors getting rid of rows of clothes, some even with their tags on.
30:29And when you finally decide to ask them why they're doing that, they answered,
30:32It doesn't bring me any more joy.
30:35This is the condo's motto.
30:37Only keep it if it still brings you joy.
30:40Another tip is to learn how to layer clothes vertically.
30:44Yes, you heard that right.
30:45Our default folding techniques usually tend towards the horizontal,
30:49meaning that we place our shirts on top of one another.
30:52To save yourself from going through the entire drawer of folded t-shirts to find the one that you need
30:58on the very bottom,
31:00and then dealing with the mess you leave behind,
31:02arrange clothing, towels, and similar items vertically.
31:06This way, you'll save space since more shirts will fit in the drawer.
31:10And also, it'll be much easier to find the t-shirt you're looking for.
31:15And let's say you've finished redecorating and feng shui-ing your entire home.
31:19Now what?
31:20Well, if you're feeling inspired, do give making your home cleaning products a try.
31:25It's easy, very sustainable, and makes for a nice morning of artisanal work.
31:30For instance, you can make a multifunctional cleaner with all natural ingredients
31:35just by putting a bunch of daily resources together.
31:38For this experiment, you'll need 1 quarter cup white vinegar,
31:421 quarter cup bicarbonate of soda,
31:44a squeeze of any liquid soap,
31:46and 2 cups of water.
31:48Give it a good shake, and there you go.
31:51Nice and easy and ready to use.
31:53You can keep it in a spray bottle to use whenever you need to get some cleaning done.
31:57It can help remove a tough stain on your clothes,
31:59or even the carpet.
32:00And if you've still got an extra hour or so to spare,
32:04how about making some other DIY?
32:06Say on your last trip to the supermarket,
32:09you bought several products that came in glass jars.
32:12After you've used them all,
32:14wash them clean and re-utilize them.
32:16You can use a medium-sized jar to make a new home for a succulent,
32:21or even a suspended garden of herbs.
32:24Just add about an inch of rocks for filtering.
32:28Then, top it up with some dirt.
32:31Next, you'll plant the herb or the succulent in the jar,
32:34and tie it all up with some twine so you can hang it in your kitchen,
32:38or in your bedroom on top of the bedside table, for instance.
32:43If you're not a plant person,
32:45you can also use your glass jars to make an aroma diffuser.
32:50For this, you'll need a few drops of essential oil.
32:53You can use lavender or rosemary,
32:56some water to dilute the oil,
32:58and an old pair of chopsticks you've been keeping in your drawer but never used.
33:03Well, there you have it.
33:04Don't forget to keep switching the ends of your chopsticks every once in a while,
33:08since it's the moist bits that diffuse the oil.
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