These two cheap staples hiding in your cupboard can solve dozens of annoying problems—from squeaky doors to stained coffee mugs. Here’s how to use them like a DIY pro.
✨ 10 Unexpected Hacks with Vaseline + Vinegar
**1. Restore Wood Furniture
- Mix 1 tbsp vinegar + 1 tsp Vaseline, rub into scratches.
- Wipe excess—scratches vanish and wood shines!
**2. Silence Squeaky Hinges
- Dab Vaseline on the hinge, then spray with vinegar to dissolve rust.
- No more creepy door sounds at night.
**3. Remove Hard Water Stains
- Soak a cloth in vinegar, scrub stains, then buff with Vaseline to prevent new ones.
**4. Waterproof Boots & Shoes
- Rub Vaseline on leather, then spritz with vinegar (dries odor-free).
**5. Fix Sticky Zippers
- Coat teeth with Vaseline, then wipe with vinegar-soaked cloth to unstick.
**6. DIY “Goo Gone”
- Equal parts Vaseline + vinegar melts off sticker residue (even on glass).
**7. Polish Stainless Steel
- Buff with Vaseline, then wipe with vinegar for a streak-free shine.
**8. Prevent Paint Drips
- Smear Vaseline on paint can rim—vinegar cleans spills effortlessly later.
**9. Revive Worn-Out Scissors
- Wipe blades with vinegar, then lubricate with Vaseline for smooth cuts.
**10. Clean & Condition Garden Tools
- Scrub off dirt with vinegar, then coat with Vaseline to prevent rust.
⚠️ Pro Warnings
✔ Test first on hidden spots (vinegar can bleach some materials).
✔ Don’t mix with baking soda—unless you want a mini volcano.
✔ Vaseline is flammable—keep away from open flames.
Final Thought:
You just found the MacGyver duo of home hacks. Next time something’s squeaky, sticky, or stained—grab these two and fix it in seconds.
(P.S. Also works to remove crayon from walls… ask any parent.) 🖍️🔥