Make a moist burger

To prevent beef burgers from drying out, mold the patties around pieces of ice. As they cook, the ice will melt and prevent the inside from drying. Cook until a meat thermometer reads 160F.

Easily sharp your scissors

Snip your scissors through 3 layers of tin foil about 10 times. Try them cutting a piece of paper to see if the blades are sharp enough. If not, repeat the process.

Watering indoor plants while on vacation

Run a wick made of soft cotton rope (or nylon hose) from the soil in the pot to a container of water. The plant will gradually suck moisture through the string and water itself.

Keep a door from catching on the floor

Tape a piece of sandpaper rough side up to the catching spot. Through normal use, the door will slowly be sanded. When it is moving freely, remove the sandpaper and clean the area.

Improvise a carpet shampoo

To remove any unexpected spill or grease stain from a rug, apply some shaving cream to the spot and let sit for about 5 minutes. Scrape off the foam with a spatula and dab the area with a wet cloth. Let dry and vacuum as usual.

Avoid splatters after painting projects

To prevent paint splatters from happening when you are doing your job, dip a clean cloth in petroleum jelly and run it around the edges of whatever you want to protect (windowpanes, doorknobs, hinges etc.). Wipe up any after work mess with a damp clean cloth. This tip works well for windows, metalwork and floors (even linoleum and tiles).

Cleaning a narrow-neck vase

To wash a vase with a narrow neck, pour 1 tbsp of uncooked rice, a drop of dish detergent and some warm water into it. Cover the top with your hand and shake it vigorously. The rice works as an abrasive, removing all the grime.

Extra simple and neat storage in a bathroom

When you need more storage in your tiny bathroom (or if you will just have overnight guests), hang an over-the-door shoe bag to hold lotions, styling products, soaps and other toiletries.