Fix it with Magnets

At times, our shower curtains can be quite a nuisance. We’ve all been there before. It’s early in the morning, you’ve rolled out of bed and stumbled to the bathroom, barely allowing yourself time to wake up. You turn on the water, step in, and find yourself getting quickly frustrated with the shower curtain. No matter where you move, it keeps blowing toward you and sticking to your skin while you’re trying to take a shower. Luckily, there are a few fast solutions. Continue reading →

Steel is one of the most commonly used materials, possibly because it has many different variants, Typical variations are stainless steel, high-strength quenched and tempered steel, or low-price structural steel. Additionally, steel has a variety of important applications, from cutlery and automotive components to the steel girders of buildings and bridges, to name just a few. Considering the latter, you can imagine steel is constantly being exposed to extreme heat and stress. According to experts, this causes material fatigue that ultimately leads to damage. How can this damage be detected? While magnets play a key role in detecting early damage in magnetic steel, researchers are now exploring detection options for non-magnetic materials. Continue reading →

Crafts aren’t just for the young—they’re also for the young at heart. And when we can find a way to combine creativity and functionality, we mark that as a win in our book! If you’re looking for your next DIY project for around the house, consider making a magnetic key holder. We know how frustrating it can be when you misplace your keys at home. Here’s a solution: make this key holder and hang it next to your door! This way, you’ll never forget your keys again. Continue reading →

If you’re using reclaimed wood in a home renovation project or in the process of repairing your already existing wood floors, there’s a chance you’ll come across a surprise (and unwelcomed) nail stuck in the wood. When working with power tools, running into a nail may result in damage to your tools or, even worse, an injury. There’s a way to check for nails in the wood prior to doing any cutting, however: rare earth magnets. Continue reading →

Forgetting your house or apartment key is never a fun time. Luckily, magnets are once again here to help. With just a few small disc magnets and a trip to your local hardware store, you can create a sneaky hide-a-key system to help you out the next time you’re in a pinch or need the neighbors to water your plants. This DIY, magnetic door knocker key hider is a snap to make! Continue reading →

Although it might not feel like it in certain parts of the country, spring is just around the corner. For many households, that means it’s finally time for spring cleaning! Over the years, we’ve brought you plenty of cleaning tips and hacks that all use magnets in some way or another. So, with another season of spring cleaning upon us, we thought we’d look back at some of our favorites. Whether you’re looking to spruce up, declutter, organize, or completely overhaul your space, we’ve got a magnetic hack for you! Continue reading →

Spring is right around the corner and as the age-old saying goes, “April showers bring May flowers." Flowers can add an extra decorative touch to your home this time of year, but keeping your vases clean is important for many reasons. Vase cleaning can help eliminate the odors that come along with the standing water as well as extend the life of the flowers. Continue reading →

Easy and Convenient Winter Home Hacks For many of us, winter can be a tough time of year. Ice, snow, and colder temperatures all come with their own, unique set of obstacles and headaches. Luckily, magnets are here to help! Read on for some of our favorite magnetic winter home hacks to help you make it to spring with out going crazy. Continue reading →

The terms “stress relief” and “rattlesnake eggs” seem like they should never be included in the same sentence. However, there is a way to marry the two in a somewhat unexpected way: through magnets (surprise!). Read on to learn how you can use these rattlesnake eggs as fidget magnets.  Continue reading →

The holiday season is upon us, which means you’re probably making your annual shopping list and checking it twice. While some of the people on your list are easy to shop for, others probably present a bigger challenge. We have plenty of unique magnet gift ideas for every friend, family member, and coworker on your list this year. Continue reading →