The Best Home Repair Hacks from Your Local Repairman

Magnetic Tape

Hammering a nail seems easy enough, but they're also easy enough to lose. Fix this problem by adding some magnetic tape to your hammer. This way, you'll never be looking around for those pesky nails again!

Mason Jar Paints

Excess paint shouldn't go to waste, so make sure you store yours! The best way to keep paint fresh is by concealing it well, so mason jars are the perfect solution. These jars are air-tight and very cute, so your decor won't suffer.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.