Consider this the multitasking hall of fame, the master list of new uses for everyday things that will finally let you make the most of every single item in the house. With these new uses for common household finds, anything—even something as seemingly single-purpose as a coffee filter—can take on new purposes. And repurposing everyday things can even solve some decidedly mundane problems, such as a dangerously slippy rug or a clogged drain, without the need to buy yet another household item.Whether they’re needed to solve a particular problem—such as trash can smell —or to make the most of an everyday thing already in the house by repurposing it, new uses can be total game-changers, especially in homes already overrun with an excess of odds and ends. There’s no need to buy a new container for snowy boots when newspaper can do the job—while offering easier clean-up at the end of the season. Save money on high-end sachets by repurposing dryer sheets instead; instead of pricy (and potentially dangerous) weed-killer, try some vinegar.The new uses list goes on and on. ( Olive oil alone has nine extra uses around the house.) Ultimately, all repurposing ideas have the same purpose: to put used-up or readily available items to work in new ways, solving problems all over the house.Start with these basic new uses for staples such as lemon, vinegar, olive oil, coffee filters, dryer sheets, newspaper, and more, then consider what else these standard items can do to simplify your life—and prepare to do a lot of easy problem-solving without a single trip to the store. Once you’ve mastered the art of repurposing, you can find new uses for anything and everything. All it takes is a little creativity and plenty of little problems to solve.