Here’s a trick for cleaning a vase or bottle with a narrow neck without using a bottle brush. All you need is:

  • Warm water
  • White vinegar
  • Liquid dish detergent
  • Uncooked rice

Add the ingredients to the bottle and swirl. The rice acts as an abrasive to break up the stain.

Watch the video above for more details.

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Joe Truini

Radio Show Co-Host

Joe Truini is a contractor, author, and the host of “Simple Solutions” on Today’s Homeowner TV and the weekly Today’s Homeowner radio show. He has worked on both large commercial projects and residential remodeling, and has written for national publications such as This Old House and Popular Mechanics. He has also written eight books, including three best-selling shed-building books. Joe lives in Connecticut with his family and enjoys hiking, traveling, and baseball in his spare time.

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