Porch Hacks

Porch-tested hacks for the kitchen and the home, tested and trusted over sixty years.

DIY Mix to Quickly Eliminate Flies, Cockroaches, and Mosquitoes

Creating your own natural pest control solution is a great way to deal with flies, cockroaches, and mosquitoes without resorting to harsh chemicals. The ingredients you’ve listed, vegetable oil, soap, and distilled vinegar, can be effective in repelling and eliminating these pests. Here’s how to use the solution: Ingredients: 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1/2 cup … Read more

Use Vinegar for Cleaner Laundry and Significant Savings

Vinegar is indeed a versatile and cost-effective solution for various laundry-related tasks. Here’s a breakdown of the tips you mentioned for using vinegar in laundry: Clean the Washing Machine: Periodically, run an empty rinse cycle with a cup of vinegar to help clean and disinfect your washing machine, preventing the buildup of bacteria and odors. … Read more

Is It Wise to Put Coffee Grounds Down the Drain?

Throughout our publications, we have explained numerous times how useful coffee grounds can be and how they shouldn’t be thrown away. Many of us use this wonderful green fertilizer in our gardens or recycle it in various ways in our daily lives. However, one of these recycling methods is quite debated. It’s often heard that … Read more

How To Make Your Own Magic Erasers For Just 10 Cents

Creating your own DIY version of a Magic Eraser is indeed a cost-effective way to achieve the same cleaning results without the higher price tag. Here’s a breakdown of the steps to make your own DIY Magic Eraser: Materials: Melamine foam sponges (available in bulk online) Warm water Borax Baking soda Procedure: Prepare the Cleaning … Read more

6 Organic Ways to Keep Your Home Smelling Fresh

Of course, I want my home to smell nice and fresh, but my problem is that I hate strong chemical-filled air fresheners. Their smells are always too artificial and overwhelming. Fortunately, there are many natural solutions from inside our homes that will keep your space smelling amazing! Keep reading for 6 natural solutions for a … Read more