【New Shoes Should Be Wax First】Before wearing new leather shoes, apply a layer of wax oil to protect the shoe surface, making it less prone to damage and also providing moisture-proofing effects, thus making the shoes more durable. However, the shoe polish should not be applied too thickly, as excessive polish can make the shoes non-breathable, causing counterproductive results. Occasionally using an oily cream instead of shoe polish to clean your shoes can make the leather softer, making them more comfortable to wear.
【Soak New Toothbrushes in Hot Water Before Use】Before using a new toothbrush, it is best to soak it in hot water first, which makes the toothbrush more durable. However, don't just soak it briefly. If soaked for too short a time, there won't be much effect. It’s better to soak until the hot water cools down naturally, making it not only more durable but also achieving a disinfecting effect.
【Do-It-Yourself Dry Cleaning】Some clothes cannot be washed with water due to fabric issues, but sending them to the dry cleaner can be quite expensive. In this case, try doing your own dry cleaning at home, which can save you a lot of money. First, shake off the dust on the clothes, lay a large towel under the clothes, then use a brush dipped in grease remover to wipe off the stains. Next, pour an appropriate amount of detergent and a few drops of alcohol into warm water, and quickly dip and wipe the clothes with a towel (make sure to wring out the towel!). After wiping the entire piece clean, iron it flat with an iron.
【Milk Stains Should Not Be Washed with Hot Water】When clothes accidentally get stained with milk, they must be immediately rinsed with cold water because if left for too long, the milk-stained areas will gradually darken and become difficult to clean. But never wash with hot water! Milk contains animal protein, which solidifies upon heating, making the stain impossible to remove.
【How to Make Yellowed Clothes White Again】
Method One: Boiling method can make yellowed clothes white again. White cotton clothes are particularly prone to yellowing, possibly due to humidity in the wardrobe or fading after multiple washes... Regardless, if yellowed clothes cannot be bleached with bleach, try the boiling method to restore their original color. First, prepare a large pot, add water and an appropriate amount of detergent, soak the clothes in it, boil for about 30 minutes, then rinse with clear water. This boiling method can make yellowed clothes white again!
Method Two: Lemon can keep white shirts fresh. Add some lemon juice to warm water, or put two slices of lemon in the water, then soak the washed white clothes for 10 minutes, and they will become bright and new again.
【Methods for Storing Sweaters】We usually fold our beautiful sweaters neatly and store them in the wardrobe, waiting for cooler weather before wearing them again. However, over time, when we take them out, we often see obvious creases all over the sweater, which looks very unattractive. Actually, when storing sweaters, you can roll each one up gently, place them neatly in the wardrobe, so that next time you take them out, the sweaters will remain smooth and neat!
【Prevent Mirror Fogging with Soap】Bathroom mirrors often fog up due to steam. If you want to prevent them from fogging up due to water vapor, simply rub soap on the mirror, then wipe it dry with a dry cloth. This will create a layer of soap film on the mirror, preventing it from fogging up! Additionally, astringent toner can have the same effect!
【Remove Gum Stuck on Clothes】If gum accidentally sticks to clothes, you can chill it with ice cubes, and once the gum hardens, it can be easily removed. However, if it gets stuck in your hair, don’t pull it forcefully! Simply apply conditioner around the gum and the hair, let it sit for a while, then wipe it off with a dry cloth!
【Keep Sandwiches Fresh with Lemon】When storing uneaten sandwiches in the refrigerator, consider placing a slice of lemon in the dish. This will help keep the sandwich fresh!
【Make Curry More Delicious with Milk or Yogurt】Curry rice is easy to make and delicious, many moms love to cook this dish. However, if you reheat leftover curry the next day, avoid adding water, as it will dilute the flavor. Instead, add a little milk or yogurt while reheating, making the curry taste even more fragrant!
【Secret to Keeping Tofu Intact】Soft tofu is very easy to break during cooking. To keep tofu intact, soak it in saltwater for about 30 minutes before cooking. Tofu soaked in saltwater will be less likely to break when cooked!
【How to Select Fresh Grapes】Grapes are delicious and rich in vitamins, but they often have white substances on them. Some people might worry about pesticide residues, but actually, this white substance is not pesticide residue; it's the natural white fruit powder of grapes. The fresher the grape, the more white fruit powder it has! So it is also a criterion for judging the freshness of grapes! Grape fruit powder is harmless to the human body, so there's no need to scrub it too hard, but if you're still concerned, besides washing with water, you can add a little toothpaste and rub it, making it easier to remove the white fruit powder!
【Prevent Zipper Jamming】Clothes with zippers often jam after being washed, making them hard to pull. In fact, just apply a layer of wax on the zipper before washing, and after washing, the zipper won't jam!
【Stir Flour with Ice Water】To fry food well, apart from controlling the heat appropriately, the outer flour coating is also important! If you stir the flour with ice water, the fried coating will be crispier. However, do not stir it for too long, as over-stirring will make the flour sticky, resulting in less tasty fried food!
【Rescue Undercooked Rice】When rice is undercooked, you can add some hot water and simmer it over low heat for a while to fix it, or you can add 2~3 tablespoons of alcohol, cover the pot, and cook for a bit longer!
【Spray Water on Clothes to Naturally Smooth Wrinkles】During seasonal changes, clothes like suits and shirts taken from the wardrobe may have wrinkles. At this time, you can spray some water on the clothes with a sprayer, hang them in a ventilated area, and by the next day, the clothes will be dry and the wrinkles will naturally smooth out, and it can also remove the camphor ball smell from the clothes!
【Clean Dirt Off Brushes】Brushes used to clean clothes often accumulate dirt over time. You can soak the brushes in concentrated salt water for about half an hour, then rinse them clean with water, and the brushes soaked in concentrated salt water will also become more durable!
【How to Remove Labels from Bottles and Jars】Plastic containers can easily have labels peeled off by soaking them in warm water. If traces remain, you can apply a vinegar-soaked sponge on the label, leave it for a while, then scrub and wash it clean. For glass bottles, similarly soak them in warm water first, then scrub vigorously with detergent!
【How to Prevent Cockroaches】Cockroaches usually like to appear in cabinets or drawers. If you want to effectively prevent them, first clean and brush the drawers thoroughly, then expose them to sunlight until completely dry. Afterwards, evenly sprinkle chili powder or mustard powder on the bottom of the drawer, then cover with aluminum foil, and items can be placed back. Since cockroaches dislike spicy foods like chili powder and mustard powder, they won't nest in the drawers anymore!
【Nail Polish Prevents Belt Holes from Deforming】Apply transparent nail polish inside and around the belt holes (both sides), which prevents the belt holes from becoming larger due to prolonged use or excessive stretching, and avoids cracks from appearing.
【Use Orange Peel to Eliminate Oven Odors】If the oven smells bad after use due to food residue, place some citrus peels in the oven and slightly bake them. This will not only eliminate unpleasant odors in the oven but also leave a faint fragrance.
【Hot Ginger Soup Treats Annoying Body Odor】As the weather gets warmer, people with body odor should pay attention! Normally, try to keep your armpits dry, maintain personal hygiene, and additionally, use hot ginger soup to wash your armpits, or heat up table salt and use sand cloth to wipe your armpits, which will yield good results over time!