Household Hacks

Family Handyman readers share their favorite shortcuts for taming clutter, tackling messes and simplifying daily tasks

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A Quick Fix for Smelly Shoes

When my sneakers start to smell less than fresh, I make a simple deodorizer that takes care of the problem quickly. I sprinkle some baking soda in a coffee filter, add a couple of drops of essential oil, gather the edges and secure the pouch with a rubber band. Then I drop a pouch in each shoe and let them sit overnight.

—Tiffany Fairchild

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