5 Unexpected ways to use Velcro to keep your house in order

I have no doubt that the inventor of Velcro is a multimillionaire many times over. And, in my opinion, not only does he deserves it, but housewives and all those who hate having a messy house should put him on an altar. This wonderful creation has become one of the main allies of those of us who can't bear to see loose cables, missing remote controls or even holes in the walls.

You have to see the many ways to take advantage of Velcro so that your house is always in top condition.

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Here are some ideas I've implemented in my own house, but the possibilities are endless. You just have to use your imagination. There are two things I love about Velcro:

1. It is installed with glue, so it won't leave marks if you change your mind.

2. It comes in various widths and "grip" capacities.

Here are some photos for you to get inspired.

Image via Smartdesk

To arrange cosmetics

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Put a square of Velcro on the back of each product and place the other section behind the bathroom door, for example. You'll have everything in sight and will use an area that, otherwise, remains empty.

To tie cables

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The number of cables we have in homes today is impressive and often it is difficult to know what each one is for or to prevent them from tangling. There are multicolored Velcro dividers, like those in the photo, which work like a charm.

For a tidy bed

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If you want to have a coordinated and tailored look, but without sewing, you can use Velcro to set the bed skirt and even the curtains.

To tie the remote control

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Don’t you feel you have lost hours of your life looking for the remote control? One way to keep it from disappearing is to stick it with Velcro next to the side of the sofa, or to one side of a table.

To hang pictures and paintings

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HouseTweaking

It is the perfect solution to avoid using a hammer. I like to change the decor all the time and I love that I can do it without having the walls full of holes.