Save Your Cash! 23 Products You Don't Need to Buy

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Have a tight budget? Save money by using items you already have on hand that will do the same job, for less.
1. Wall filler: You can use white toothpaste to fill in errant holes in your walls. As long as the walls are painted white, the toothpaste will blend right in.
2. Scuff remover: To get rid of scuff marks, rub the inside of a banana peel over silverware, leather shoes and leather furniture. Wipe with a soft cloth. Be sure to test on a small, inconspicuous section first.
3. Wallpaper cleaner: Soft chunks of crustless white bread will get smudges off wallpaper and wipe away fingerprints and other grime.
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4. Drain cleaner: Sprinkle 1/4 cup baking soda in the drain, followed by 1 cup vinegar. Let sit for 15 minutes, then flush with a pot of boilng water.
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5. Blind duster: Use an antistatic spray on blinds to keep dust from piling up.
6. Antibacterial bathroom cleaner: To kill bathroom germs, spray full-strength vinegar around the sink and tub. Wipe clean with a damp cloth.
7. Silver jewelry polish: Using a soft toothbrush, scrub pieces of silver jewelry with a bit of toothpaste containing baking soda. Rinse with warm water to restore sparkle.
8. Enamel repair paint: Use correction fluid (like White-Out) to cover nicks and chips on white enamel kitchen appliances like ranges and mixers.
9. Stainless steel polish: A staple in most garages, WD-40 also works wonders on stainless steel. Just spray and rub with a cloth for a spotless shine.
10. Mirror Cleaner: Clean a bathroom mirror with shaving cream (the old-fashioned white kind, not a gel variety), then wipe with a soft cloth. This tip also helps keep the mirror fog-free after showers.
11. Grill degreaser: To maintain a clean barbecue grill, sprinkle dry baking soda on a damp brush, scrub, then rinse.
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12. Laundry bleach: For a natural bleaching effect and to save money on energy costs (you don't have to use the dryer!), hang your whites outside to dry.
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