Quick Tip
Feather dusters are cheap and popular here in Thailand, but they do little more than move dust and dirt from one area to another. In the process, they commonly leave behind more than a few feathers. Consider more efficient options such as a dust cloth and/or a vacuum cleaner.
Hot It’s Not
My condominium doesn’t allow [...]
Quick Tip
Got a messy collection of tangled electric, telephone and appliance cords? Use empty toilet paper rolls to store them. Easy, convenient and free, the rolls keep cords neat. And you can write on each roll which appliance the cord is for.
Beelieve It
A friend said I do not need to store honey in the refrigerator [...]
Quick Tip
When washing dishes, silverware, pots and pans, it’s best to use hot water and plenty of detergent. But wear rubber gloves to protect your hands. Sprinkle talcum powder into the gloves before putting them on; that will make the gloves easier to put on and take off (it also will keep your hands from [...]
Quick Tip
Keep your septic system healthy by having the tank pumped and cleaned every 2 to 3 years. Between pumpings, don’t pour any solvents, chemicals or oils into drains or toilet. Use bleach and other cleaners sparingly, and never dispose of grease or coffee grounds in the sink.
Sticky Problem
We are a family of chewers, Andy. [...]
Quick Tip
Scissors not cutting it? Sharpen them the easy way: slice several pieces of sandpaper or emery paper, or cut through some steel-wool scouring pads.
Sticker Stumper
Dear Handy Andy, don’t you just love those little photos you can have taken at some malls for just 99 baht? I used to like them a lot until I [...]
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Quick Tip
Want to reduce your utility bill? Banish the broiler. Electric broilers use a vast amount of energy, so avoid them when possible. If you have the option, use countertop cooking grills instead; they use considerably less energy.
Shower Scour
Hi there, Andy. [...]
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Quick Tip
To prevent soap residue from building up in your dishwasher or clothes washer, periodically pour a cup of vinegar into the empty appliance and let it run through a normal cycle.
Nut Case
I’ve just returned from the States with several pounds each [...]
Quick Tip
Do you sometimes find it difficult to reopen the cap on your nail polish? You can prevent it from sticking if you coat the inside of the cap with a dab of petroleum jelly.
Strawberry Feels Forever
My husband farang sit on strawberry now can not take away red color from white sofa and feel stiff. [...]
Quick Tip
To remove fine scratches from glass (windows, eyewear, drinking glasses). polish the item gently with toothpaste.
Fire With Fire
Hi Andy, I have several trees in my garden and most of them have a lot of red ants. What can I do to keep them out of my garden? I don’t like using some chemicals because [...]
Quick Tip
If you’re planning to roll some color onto your walls, here’s how can you keep your paint tray in pristine condition: Before you get started, put the paint tray into a plastic bag, then press the plastic into the edges and corners of the tray—conforming to the tray’s contours. Now pour the paint onto [...]
