The theory is that mice hate the powerful scent of original Irish Spring soap. Some say that using a cheese grater on the bar and leaving the shavings around your home will cause the rodents to leave.

There are plenty of creative ways to use a bar of soap. We spoke to some experts to gather some smart, simple ideas to help you get the most out of those bars.

Frustrating, right? This is where a bar of soap comes in handy. Deer have a keen sense of smell, and they dislike the strong ...