We need your hints and tips!

Every Friday, we'll treat you to tips and hints designed to help save you time, money and effort in your daily life.

Want to know the best way to remove grease from your carpet, re-carbonate flat soda or effortlessly open a stubborn jar?

How do you rid your mugs of coffee stains, keep your car windows frost free or keep your bag of potatoes from sprouting?

We'll test-drive tips then share strategies in a quick-hit, reader-friendly format.

Have some household hints or savings secrets of your own you'd like to share? We'd love to hear from you.

E-mail your suggestions to Marie Havenga at: mhavenga@grandhaventribune.com. Include your name, address and phone number. You may also mail ideas to Tribune Trib Tips, 101 N. Third St., Grand Haven, MI 49417 or call 616-847-2628.