Hack My Life Season 4 Episode 6 Fill-er Up!

In this episode of Hack My Life, titled "Fill-er Up!", we see co-hosts Kevin and Brooke tackling the common household problem of running out of everyday items like paper towels, trash bags, and toilet paper. As the duo puts it, "When an item in your home runs out, it's not just inconvenient, it's a crisis!" But fear not, as they have come up with some unique hacks to ensure you always have these essentials on hand.

First up, Kevin tests out a hack to create your very own reusable swiffer pads. By utilizing one of the most common household items, socks, Kevin creates a pad that can be used to clean floors, carpets, and more. He even shows how the pad can be easily washed and reused, saving you money on constantly buying disposable pads.

Next, Brooke tackles the issue of running out of trash bags. Instead of rushing to the store, she suggests using alternative sources like compostable bags or even using grocery bags to line your trash can. She even tests out using newspaper as a makeshift liner, which surprisingly holds up well.

The episode also includes a segment on how to make your own DIY fire starter using household items like dryer lint and candle wax. Kevin shows how to pack the materials into an egg carton and creates a homemade fire starter that can be used for camping trips or even for lighting the fireplace at home.

One of the more interesting segments in the episode is Brooke's hack for making her own tampons. She shares that tampons can be expensive and not always readily available, especially in emergency situations. Using items like coffee filters and yarn, Brooke demonstrates how to create your own makeshift tampon in a pinch.

Throughout the episode, Kevin and Brooke also provide some tips on storing and organizing these items in your home, including using a binder clip to secure the end of a roll of plastic wrap, and reusing cardboard rolls to keep wires and cords organized.

Overall, this episode of Hack My Life offers some creative solutions to common household problems and shows how simple items in your home can be repurposed in unique ways. Whether it's saving money on disposable products or being prepared for emergency situations, these hacks are sure to come in handy for any household.