31 Household Products You're Underusing

POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff
POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff

You probably use hydrogen peroxide, salt, honey, and coffee filters on the daily for basic stuff like cooking, cleaning, eating, and drinking. But did you know there are way more cool uses for these household products than you could have possibly imagined? We've rounded up 31 items around your home that you're vastly underusing. Prepare for some serious eye-opening info!


01
Paint Chips
Flickr user Ryan Dickey

Paint Chips

Make a pretty ombré chandelier using punch-out paint chips. Find more uses here.

02
Lemons
POPSUGAR Photography | Nicole Perry

Lemons

Get rid of bad odors in your sneakers by placing lemon peels inside of them. Find more uses here.

03
Coffee Filters
POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff

Coffee Filters

Ensure there's no scratching when you stack your plates by placing a coffee filter between each one. Find more uses here.

04
Honey
Flickr user Purple Sherbet Photography

Honey

Make your own mouthwash using honey — it tastes so much better than store-bought versions. Find more uses here.

05
Baby Powder
POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff

Baby Powder

Set your makeup with a light dusting of baby powder. Find more uses here.

06
Pool Noodles
Flickr user ashleigh290

Pool Noodles

Make your trampoline a heck of a lot cuter (and safer!) by wrapping pool noodles around the springs. Find more uses here.

08
Teabags
POPSUGAR Photography | Anna Monette Roberts

Teabags

If you want your wooden furniture to look rustic and vintage, paint the furniture with teabags after brushing them with steel wool and vinegar. Find more uses here.

09
Salt
POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff

Salt

Boost your laundry by adding one cup of salt when washing brightly colored clothes — it will make the colors vibrant again. Find more uses here.

10
Old T-Shirts
POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff

Old T-Shirts

Make your old t-shirts into reusable grocery bags. Find more uses here.

11
Leftover Halloween Candy
POPSUGAR Photography | Nicole Perry

Leftover Halloween Candy

Make your leftover Halloween candy into a yummy trail mix — candy corn and M&M's will make it taste extra sweet. Find more uses here.

12
Vodka
POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff

Vodka

Use vodka to make your own deodorant. Find more uses here.

13
Lint Roller
POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff

Lint Roller

Clean your speakers by sweeping a lint roller over them to gather the dust. This way, you won't push it into the mesh. Find more uses here.

14
Stale Bread
POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff

Stale Bread

Make a special treat for the birds that inhabit your yard using stale bread. Find more uses here.

15
Plastic Bags
POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff

Plastic Bags

Make a holiday wreath with extra plastic bags. Find more uses here.

16
Lemon Rinds
POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff

Lemon Rinds

Make cute soaps using lemon rinds. Here's how to do it.

17
Rubbing Alcohol
POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff

Rubbing Alcohol

Get rid of scuff marks on your floor with a dab of rubbing alcohol. Find more uses here.

18
Rubber Bands
Flickr user OakleyOriginals

Rubber Bands

For a unique pattern on your Easter eggs, wrap rubber bands around them and dip them in dye. Find more uses here.

19
Leftover Flowers
POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff

Leftover Flowers

Create a lovely fragrance from leftover flowers by making scented water — dab a little on your wrists. Find more uses here.

20
Toothpaste
Flickr user Kenneth Lu

Toothpaste

Defog reflective surfaces with a smear of toothpaste. Find more uses here.

21
Apple Cider Vinegar
Flickr user Mike Mozart

Apple Cider Vinegar

For a quick facial toner, mix one part apple cider vinegar and two parts water to soften and clean your skin. Find more uses here.

22
Coffee Grounds
POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff

Coffee Grounds

Use coffee grounds to make soap. Here's how to do it.

23
Wrapping Paper
Flickr user Red Stamp

Wrapping Paper

Use your wrapping paper as a photo backdrop the next time you want to take the perfect selfie. Find more uses here.

24
Coke
Flickr user Beverley Goodwin

Coke

Pour Coke in your compost for increased acidity, added sugar, and happier microorganisms. Find more uses here.

25
Old Keys
Flickr user Terry Robinson

Old Keys

Make an interesting wind chime with your old keys. Find more uses here.

26
Hydrogen Peroxide
POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff

Hydrogen Peroxide

Mix equal parts hydrogen peroxide and water in a spray bottle and spritz on your fruits and vegetables to get rid of the dirt and chemicals. Find more uses here.

27
Old Toothbrushes
Flickr user Morgan

Old Toothbrushes

Remove dirt from your jewelry using dish soap and an old toothbrush. Find more uses here.

28
Orange Peels
Flickr user waferboard

Orange Peels

Rub orange peels on your skin to act as a natural bug repellent. Find more uses here.

29
Corks
Flickr user Sam Howzit

Corks

Hollow out corks to make adorable planters for small plants. Find more uses here.

30
Old Maps
POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff

Old Maps

Make your old maps into chic, vintage coasters. Find more uses here.

31
Tape
Flickr user Mervi Eskelinen

Tape

Create a makeshift Band-Aid using tape and some gauze. Find more uses here.