Extraordinary Uses for Ordinary Things - Concise Edition (Readers Digest Concise Edition) by Reader's Digest

by Reader's Digest Association

Save the day with more than 2,300 clever, ingenious, smart ways to use everyday household products--all guaranteed to save time and money. Readers will discover the untold value of hundreds of items from baby shampoo to pepper, vinegar to yogurt and more.

Genres: Reference, Nonfiction, Self Help, How To, Crafts, Trivia

Hardcover

First published December 1, 2007

About the author

The Reader's Digest Association, Inc. is a global media and direct marketing company based in Chappaqua, New York, best known for its flagship publication founded in 1922, Reader's Digest. The company's headquarters are in New York City, where it moved from Pleasantville, New York.

The company was founded by DeWitt and Lila Wallace in 1922 with the first publication of Reader's Digest magazine, but has grown to include a diverse range of magazines, books, music, DVDs and online content.

Reviews

[Sophie Crane · Rating 5 out of 5]

The sort of book to dip into often because there are so many tips you cannot remember them. Every time I browse through I see something else to try. Nice small size but loads of pages. These are genuine uses, not daft ideas.

[Tweedledum · Rating 5 out of 5]

Clear, well organised and inspiring too. Positively makes you want to go and try stuff out.

[Khinna · Rating 5 out of 5]

I picked this up as an impulse buy. It has some amazing things you can do with stuff around your house. Smoothe save-irritated legs with hair conditioner, it acts like a lotion and can soothe pain away. Remove lipstick from fabric by using hair spray... Yeah, a lot of money saving tips!

[Susan White-Riggs · Rating 3 out of 5]

I like to look at books like this, you never know what you could learn. And also interesting to see all the family tips listed in another source.

[Deborah Martinez · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great tips and tricks!

[Preeti · Rating 5 out of 5]

Extraordinary Uses for Ordinary Things: 2,317 Ways to Save Money and Time by Reader’s Digest Association is an extensive and practical handbook that reveals innovative uses for over 200 common household items. Clearly organized for quick reference, the book provides creative and effective solutions for everyday tasks including cooking, cleaning, repairs, and home upkeep, enabling readers to save both time and money. Its user-friendly layout and wide range of ideas serves as an invaluable resource for anyone looking to maximize the value of products they already have. Its practical, eco-conscious tips make it appealing to both DIY enthusiasts and those seeking simple, budget-friendly hacks. Overall, this book is an indispensable resource for the ones who resonate with practicality, creativity and sustainability in everyday life.

[S · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is full of useful ideas/tips/recipes concerning things that many people have hanging around their house ie., plastic lids or toilet paper tubes... there are extensive sections on the use of vinegar and duct tape (separately) Indexed alphabetically by item and also in a section of superlative lists (most useful in garden, most useful for storage, etc.)

[Marc Jaaziel]

Extraordinary Uses for Ordinary Things: 2,317 Ways to Save Money and Time

[Erin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Full of Great ideas to do with everyday household items

[Kelsey · Rating 3 out of 5]

Who knew WD-40 was so versatile?

[April · Rating 4 out of 5]

You can laugh at me all you want (Carrie) but this book is just cool! Especially now, in this world of recycling and economic agony - knowing the 47 ways you can use a pair of nylons is great!

[Maly · Rating 5 out of 5]

There are packed with ideas in this book...I could use some of them.

[Cahyo Sukaryo · Rating 5 out of 5]

I found this book so useful; beside its natural usage as suggested by its title, its practical usage could also save your diems!

[Karen · Rating 4 out of 5]

4/5 Learned all sorts of things from this very useful book. This was a library copy - I shall have to buy one of my own to refer to!

[Tina · Rating 4 out of 5]

I want to own a copy to refer to!!

[Nurulain · Rating 2 out of 5]

A big helping book for the whole family! Reading it really does realize that every single thing has amazing uses.

[Nicki · Rating 4 out of 5]

Got it on the sale rack of Barnes and Nobles, but it's fun!

[Melinda · Rating 4 out of 5]

So far..very informative!

[Becky Black · Rating 3 out of 5]

Full of the "make do and mend" spirit. Lots of handy and sometimes positively daft tips, that can solve problems and save you money in these cash strapped times!

[Kharla Graham · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome book for general information but also awesome for when you need a household fix or remedy.

[Thanawat Chaisawatdithanon · Rating 5 out of 5]

good

[Khanjan Antani · Rating 5 out of 5]

amazing book of amazing ideas....simply extraordinary book...

[Fran · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting ways to reuse items around the house. A little repetitive in places.

[J Crossley · Rating 3 out of 5]

If you are looking for uses for ordinary household items, this is the book for you. Many, many suggestions are included to help you get the most out of the items in your home.

[Victoria · Rating 3 out of 5]

It has some interesting uses for everyday things :D