Home Solutions: Part 1

You know to call us when you need window replacements, but did you know we are also full of home repair and renovation tips? Well, now you do!

Now that summer is winding down and school is starting back up again, you’ll want to make sure your home is in tip-top shape before your family’s schedule gets hectic again. Read our tips for quickly and easily solving the following common household problems:

Problem: You linoleum is scuffed.

Solution: Spray the spot with WD-40 on a towel and lightly rub (just be sure to degrease the area afterward!). Or, rub the spot with white toothpaste and a dry cloth.

Problem: The sliding custom replacement windows in your Westchester home are stuck.

Solution: Grease the skids with silicone spray lubricant, which you can find at the hardware store. Spray it onto a rag and wipe along the tracks (works with metal, wood or plastic).

Problem: Your cutting board is dry.

Solution: Warm a bottle of pure mineral oil in a bowl of hot water and wipe the oil onto the cutting board with a soft cloth. Wait 4-6 hours before wiping it off.

Problem: Your couch cushions are flattened down.

Solution: Take the cushions outside and let them sunbathe for a few hours, making sure to flip them half way through. The cushions will plump up as the moisture evaporates.

Stay tuned for Part 2!