{"id":29713,"date":"2022-01-05T06:53:21","date_gmt":"2022-01-05T06:53:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alternatech.net\/?p=29713"},"modified":"2022-01-05T06:53:36","modified_gmt":"2022-01-05T06:53:36","slug":"how-to-make-household-items-last-longer-and-avoid-damage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/how-to-make-household-items-last-longer-and-avoid-damage\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Make Household Items Last Longer and Avoid Damage"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Having your favorite sweater shrink after washing it or your only razor becomes rusty soon after purchase can be a huge letdown. Fortunately, some people have developed into experts in the preservation of household items, and they are generously sharing simple but valuable tips with everyone on the Internet.\n\n\n\n</p><h3 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>To extend the life of your candles, sprinkle them with salt\n\n\n\n</h3><p>As strange as it may sound, adding a pinch of salt to warm wax after blowing out a candle can help it burn more slowly. Spread a pinch of salt evenly, stir it in with a toothpick or a chopstick, and your favorite candle should last longer the next time you use it.\n\n\n\n</p><div class='\"wp-block-image\"'><figure class='\"aligncenter' size-full><img fetchpriority='\"high\"' decoding='\"async\"' width='\"728\"' height='\"723\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2022%5C/01%5C/4b73ad553f837bc4c0726d9eab.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' class='\"wp-image-29714\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/4b73ad553f837bc4c0726d9eab.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n\n\n\n<h3 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>Squish your\u00a0paper towels\u00a0to\u00a0give the roll more friction\n\n\n\n</h3><p>Squashing your toilet paper or paper towel roll gives it an oval shape, making it harder to rotate. With normal, circular-shaped rolls, it\u2019s easy for a lot of tissue to be pulled off at once, and people usually don\u2019t roll back the excess paper.\n\n\n\n</p><p>\n\n\n\n</p><div class='\"wp-block-image\"'><figure class='\"aligncenter' size-full><img decoding='\"async\"' width='\"728\"' height='\"971\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2022%5C/01%5C/7b00e051b5b4dce62329789866.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' class='\"wp-image-29715\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/7b00e051b5b4dce62329789866.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n\n\n\n<p>Pro tip: pretending that it\u2019s your last roll of paper can make you more conscious about how much you use.\n\n\n\n</p><h3 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>Extend the shelf life of your sponges by not wiping surfaces that were in contact with raw meat\n\n\n\n</h3><p>Many health experts say that sponges that were used to clean surfaces that came in contact with raw meat should be thrown away. This doesn\u2019t mean that you should buy a new sponge every time you clean such a mess. Instead, use antibacterial spray and paper towels to wipe off the cutting board. This will keep you safe from deadly germs and help extend the shelf life of your kitchen sponge.\n\n\n\n</p><p>Bonus tip: Instead of leaving your sponge sitting at the bottom of the sink, get one of those sponge holders that hangs above the surface so the sponge can be dry all the time. Moisture eats away the sponge, so keeping it dry is the key to making it last longer.\n\n\n\n</p><div class='\"wp-block-image\"'><figure class='\"aligncenter' size-full><img decoding='\"async\"' width='\"728\"' height='\"485\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2022%5C/01%5C/3ad5f45ccc97bd1cf3c048d87f.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' class='\"wp-image-29716\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/3ad5f45ccc97bd1cf3c048d87f.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n\n\n\n<h3 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'><strong>Seasoning your\u00a0nonstick pan\u00a0can make it\u00a0last for years\n\n\n\n<p>The majority of delicious recipes call for some oil, but using oil can have a positive effect on your nonstick pots and pans too. The oil will help fill in any small gaps or pores in the pan, making the surface completely smooth and even. Here\u2019s how to do it:\n\n\n\n</p><p>\n\n\n\n</p><div class='\"wp-block-image\"'><figure class='\"aligncenter' size-full><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' width='\"728\"' height='\"693\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2022%5C/01%5C/d2abe158f7b64194d5a79f61ce-1.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' class='\"wp-image-29718\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/d2abe158f7b64194d5a79f61ce-1.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n\n\n\n<ul class='\"wp-block-list\"'><li>Wash the pan in\u00a0warm, soapy water.</li><li>Wipe it\u00a0thoroughly with a\u00a0paper towel or\u00a0kitchen cloth.</li><li>Add one tablespoon of\u00a0oil and rub the bottom and the edges of\u00a0the pan.</li><li>Heat it\u00a0for about 60\u00a0seconds.</li><li>Remove the pan from the heat and let it\u00a0cool down.</li><li>Wipe off the excess oil.</li><li>Now your pan is\u00a0ready to\u00a0be\u00a0exposed to\u00a0high temperatures without getting damaged.\n\n\n\n<h3 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>Give your\u00a0towels\u00a0a\u00a0shake after washing to\u00a0keep them fluffy\n\n\n\n</h3><p>When you\u2019re done washing your hand and bath towels, shake them out before folding them and putting them away. It improves absorbency, keeps their fiber fluffy, gives them a luxurious feel, and allows them to last longer than planned.\n\n\n\n</p><p>Bonus tip: Avoid washing too many towels at once. Instead, sort them into groups based on color, size, and how dirty they are. This will create more space and allow your towels to rinse out properly, without any germs or impurities being left in the fabric, which will prolong the life of your towels\n\n\n\n</p><div class='\"wp-block-image\"'><figure class='\"aligncenter' size-large><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' width='\"681\"' height='\"1024\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2022%5C/01%5C/0c2e805eeaa6c3ac478381b408-681x1024.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' class='\"wp-image-29719\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/0c2e805eeaa6c3ac478381b408-681x1024.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n\n\n\n<h2 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>To\u00a0ensure your\u00a0flour\u00a0stays fresh for months, store it\u00a0in\u00a0the freezer\n\n\n\n</h2><p>Flour is not one of those grocery items that have a long shelf life, but to make your flour stay super-fresh, it\u2019s not enough to just store it in a cool, dry pantry. The best way to achieve this is to place the flour in an airtight bag or container and store it in the fridge or freezer.\n\n\n\n</p><p>The first thing you should do after you buy a new bag of flour is to place it in the freezer and keep it there for 2 days. The cold temperature will kill off any germs that may have already been in the flour when you purchased it.\n\n\n\n</p><p>\n\n\n\n</p><div class='\"wp-block-image\"'><figure class='\"aligncenter' size-full><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' width='\"728\"' height='\"535\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2022%5C/01%5C/fcc8065e8aa3a5e00182a31c4c.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' class='\"wp-image-29720\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/fcc8065e8aa3a5e00182a31c4c.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n\n\n\n<h2 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>\u00a0There\u2019s a\u00a0way to\u00a0keep your loaf of\u00a0bread\u00a0fresh for months\n\n\n\n</h2><p>Contrary to what some of us would think, the fridge is not the best place to keep the bread from going stale \u2014 it\u2019s quite the opposite, actually. Instead, place it in an air-tight bag or container and put it in the freezer where it can last for up to 3 months.\n\n\n\n</p><p>\n\n\n\n</p><div class='\"wp-block-image\"'><figure class='\"aligncenter' size-full><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' width='\"728\"' height='\"592\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2022%5C/01%5C/0a447b5b659587b652f9125cd5.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' class='\"wp-image-29724\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/0a447b5b659587b652f9125cd5.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n\n\n\n<h2 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>Don\u2019t keep your\u00a0razors\u00a0in\u00a0the shower if\u00a0you want to\u00a0use them for a\u00a0long time\n\n\n\n</h2><p>According to experts, a humid and warm environment is the worst possible place to keep your razors. Not only can it make them rusty, but it can also cause rashes and skin problems. So to make your blades last longer, use a clean towel to dry your razors after each use and keep them in a dry place outside the shower.\n\n\n\n</p><p>\n\n\n\n</p><div class='\"wp-block-image\"'><figure class='\"aligncenter' size-full><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' width='\"728\"' height='\"507\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2022%5C/01%5C/d031dc58c3843c6bdee016181f.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' class='\"wp-image-29721\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/d031dc58c3843c6bdee016181f.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n\n\n\n<h2 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>Keep your\u00a0condiment jars\u00a0upside down to\u00a0prevent mold growth\n\n\n\n</h2><p>Discovering that your favorite jam has gone bad before the expiration date can totally spoil your day. To make sure this doesn\u2019t happen, keep your condiment jars upside down to create a vacuum space that will prevent or slow down mold growth.\n\n\n\n</p><div class='\"wp-block-image\"'><figure class='\"aligncenter' size-full><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' width='\"728\"' height='\"508\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2022%5C/01%5C/d56e21504180e396b6c8874ab7.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' class='\"wp-image-29722\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/d56e21504180e396b6c8874ab7.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n\n\n\n<h2 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>Don\u2019t throw away\u00a0shrunken\u00a0sweaters\n\n\n\n</h2><p>There is actually an easy solution to this disaster that can happen to anyone. To reverse a shrunken sweater, simply soak it in a mix of hair conditioner and warm water and let it sit for about 30 minutes. The softening effect of the hair conditioner will help loosen up the fabric, allowing you to stretch the sweater back to its original size. Don\u2019t forget to do this gently to avoid stretching it out way too much.\n\n\n\n</p><p>\n\n\n\n</p><div class='\"wp-block-image\"'><figure class='\"aligncenter' size-full><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' width='\"728\"' height='\"983\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2022%5C/01%5C/a9469d5edb9ef7f1de432d2ae5.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' class='\"wp-image-29723\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/a9469d5edb9ef7f1de432d2ae5.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n\n\n\n<h2 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>Clean your laptop screen with lens wipes\n\n\n\n</h2><p>Knowing how to properly clean sensitive surfaces such as a laptop screen can make it look shiny and new for a long time. Use wipes for eyeglasses to remove fingerprints, greasy stains, and debris without harming or removing your display\u2019s delicate coating. The individually wrapped wipes are also great for people on the go who require a quick clean.\n\n\n\n</p><div class='\"wp-block-image\"'><figure class='\"aligncenter' size-full><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' width='\"728\"' height='\"485\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2022%5C/01%5C/534b0954f2b72eb726e7e1af9f.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' class='\"wp-image-29725\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/534b0954f2b72eb726e7e1af9f.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n\n\n\n<p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"</p><p>Having your favorite sweater shrink after washing it or your only razor becomes rusty soon after purchase can be a huge letdown. 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