How to use aluminum foil for house cleaning but also to solve small everyday problems such as a remote control that doesn't work.
He is about to end up run over, his mother saves himHow to use aluminum foil for house cleaning but also to solve small everyday problems such as a remote control that doesn't work.
Aluminum sheets and a world opens up! Do not throw away that piece of tinfoil you used to cover yesterday's leftover dinner. Finding some clever alternative to reuse layers and layers of this material before trashing it is very simple, just a few ideas and a pinch of creative recycling.
And if you have already used it in all ways or it is particularly dirty, know that that sheet is 100% recyclable. The "silver paper", in fact, is one of the flexible packaging to be used for separate collection. And not only that: beyond the classic roll of foil, once you have verified that you have an "aluminum packaging" in your hands (cans, tins, screw caps ...) thanks to the AL or ALU mark embossed above, never forget the throw it in the right binder (multi-material, together with the plastic depending on the municipality)
In this regard, also pay attention not to recycle as aluminum those containers marked with C - F - T - X which rather contain toxic substances such as acids, insecticide glues, mastics, enamels, soda and solvents.
In any case, it is possible to recover the aluminum foil that we use every day at home. Indeed, since it is a rather strong material, it would be a shame to get rid of it after the first use.
Here are 18 uses of aluminum foil you don't expect:
IN HOME
Index
To polish silverware
If you have silver items at home, don't buy any chemical solvents! Just cover a container with a piece of aluminum, fill it with a little cold water and add a little two teaspoons of salt. Put the oxidized silver in this solution, let it rest for a few minutes, then rinse and dry. For the same process, if you need to keep some silverware aside, tightly cover each piece in cellophane film and then wrap in aluminum foil and seal the ends. Here our tips for clean silver with natural methods.
For storing metal scouring pads
If you use them, have you ever noticed how much the metal sponges stain the surfaces on which you place them with rust? To avoid this, put a piece of aluminum foil under the wool pad, or wrap it inside.
For descaling pots and pans
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If, on the other hand, you don't want to use them at all, you can replace the metal sponges with aluminum foil, also excellent for descaling pots and pans.
For the fireplace
Just cover the areas where the ash accumulates the most with aluminum foil, in order to remove it easily later on.
For cleaning blackened grills and barbecues
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Just take a sheet of aluminum about the size of an A4 or in any case the width of the grid itself to be cleaned, crumple it up and with pliers rub it in the encrusted points possibly when it is still hot in a very short time. Same thing for the surface of the oven, on which you have previously sprinkled a solution of lemon and bicarbonate.
To remove rust from steel or other metals
Say goodbye to ray water or other chemicals, to remove the wrinkle just rub a "ball" of aluminum foil and a little water with the surface to be treated. The result is truly amazing.
To sharpen scissors
Try to cut a few sheets of silver paper with your pair, you will see the result ...
For the remote control or battery-operated games
Sometimes it can happen that one of the sides of the battery gets deformed and no longer makes contact. What you need is to cut out a piece of aluminum foil and place it where between the spring and the pile.
For handles and walls
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In case you have decided to whitewash your house, good luck and remember to cover the door handles with aluminum foil. This way you won't have to remove the elbow paint.
To clean the iron
To remove that black layer from the iron that could ruin the clothes, place an aluminum foil on the table, sprinkle it with salt and then pass the iron on it as if you were ironing tinfoil.
To keep insects away
Just create a sort of aluminum "collar" around the base of the plant pots to protect them in a natural way avoiding the use of chemical repellents
To soften the laundry
To avoid static electricity of clothes during washing or drying and to ensure soft laundry without using fabric softener, many recommend balling up more aluminum foil and putting them in the washing machine or dryer, also to prevent clothes from drying out. "Little ball" with centrifugal force. The same result is also possible using a tennis ball, in our opinion to be preferred in order to avoid the release of aluminum microparticles on the fabrics.
To iron quickly
Spread a sheet of aluminum foil over the ironing board and iron the upper part of the garments: in this way the aluminum will "iron" the lower part, because it retains the heat. If you have to iron very delicate clothes, however, follow the same procedure but without touching the fabric with the hot iron. The creases will disappear anyway!
IN THE KITCHEN
For the crust of the cakes
Make some delicious desserts but your worry is BORDI that are toasted? Well, try covering them with aluminum strips. The foil prevents the edges from becoming overcooked while the rest of the cake turns perfectly golden.
For "special cakes"
Don't you have the shape of a teddy bear or a heart for Valentine's Day? To save money, you could create the shape with multiple sheets of aluminum foil and place it all inside a large cake pan.
To soften brown sugar
Moisture could harden it excessively. In this case, line a pan with aluminum foil and pour in the sugar. Heat in the oven for a few minutes, until it is possible to crumble again.
As a pastry bag
Fold several layers of aluminum into a cone and leave a small opening at the tip. Fill with the cream, fold the top to prevent it from dripping and off with the decorations!
To keep bread warm
To prevent hot bread from cooling down, line a bowl or basket with aluminum foil and place the bread wrapped in a napkin inside it. Ditto if you have to go out for a picnic: before loading the basket, wrap the freshly baked items in a napkin and place a layer of aluminum underneath. The foil will reflect the heat and keep the bread warm for quite some time.
Is that all there is? Ninth! Check out this link what perfect silver ball this Japanese guy does!
Read also:
- Aluminum sheets: 10 creative reuses
- 5 ways to reuse aluminum foil at home
Germana Carillo
