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BATHROOM HINTS
In the clear: Buff a thin layer of shaving cream onto the bathroom mirror to prevent it from steaming up while you bathe. The glass won't look any different, but it will stay fog-free.
GARDENING GUIDELINES
Clean air act: Houseplants are not only great aesthetic additions to any room, they also significantly reduce biological and synthetic pollutants in the air. Some of the more effective filtering flora include gerber daisies, chrysanthemums, ficus, peace lilies, and devil’s ivy.
KITCHEN TRICKS
Batter up: When baking cupcakes or muffins, leave one of the pan’s corner cups empty—it will be easier to grab with an oven mitt or potholder when it’s time to remove your freshly baked goods from the oven.
SMART USES FOR SIMPLE THINGS
Clam opener: After slicing his finger while attempting to open anti-theft clamshell packaging, Karthic Chidambaranathan of Austin, Texas, came up with a safer idea: Use a double-edged can opener to cleanly cut around the edges and free the contents without damaging your digits.
