Have you ever wondered how common ingredients like rice and salt can work wonders in your daily life? This simple combination isn’t just for the kitchen—it has surprising benefits that make it a must-have. Here’s how mixing rice and salt can become your next household hack:
1. Natural moisture absorber
- How it works: Both rice and salt are natural humectants, which means they can effectively absorb moisture.
- Where to use:
- Place the mixture in small, breathable bags or bowls to reduce humidity in closets, drawers or pantries.
- Protect electronic devices and tools from moisture by storing them in this mixture.
2. Freshen up smelly spaces
- Why it works: The salt neutralizes odors, and the rice helps distribute it evenly.
- How to use:
- Add a few drops of essential oil to the mixture and place it in the fridge, car, or shoe rack for a pleasant scent.
- Use as an air freshener in enclosed spaces such as cabinets or storage containers.
3. A handy cleaning aid
- How it works: the abrasive structure of rice combined with salt creates an excellent scrubbing tool.
- How to use:
- For bottles or jars with difficult-to-remove stains, add rice, salt and warm water and shake vigorously.
- Stubborn stains such as pots and pans can be cleaned by sprinkling them with the mixture and gently scrubbing with a sponge.
