You will find all kinds of tips, hints, tricks, and ideas posted on websites and of course, in all those magazines at the checkout. Most are intended to make life simpler and often, to help save money. Using salt in various ways can do both.
Think about it. Before all these fancy products, what kinds of things did people use? Salt, was one of them.
A 26-ounce canister of table salt generally costs less than a dollar. I recently found the store brand for 33 cents, so I grabbed more than one. I have heard salt mentioned many times as a replacement for more expensive products, so I began to investigate.
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Works on Wicker
Salted water is a good cleaning solution for wicker baskets and furniture. Clean with salted water then place items in the sun until completely dry (wicker will generally look much lighter in color afterward, as there is a bit of a bleaching effect).
Part with Pests
Salt is said to help control ants. No matter how clean your home is, there is the possibility that ants will find their way inside. As the weather grows warmer, they are especially persistent. One frequently used method is to sweep ant powder into cracks, crevices, and corners to keep ants out. However, many of us don’t want to use poisons, especially if we have children or pets. Try replacing ant powder with salt. I haven’t tried this one yet, but if I start seeing any ants, it’s exactly what I’m going to do.
Cleaning Copper
Copper pans or other accessories look their best when sparkling clean. To get them back to “like new” condition, cover pot bottoms with a paste of barely dampened salt, allow to sit for a moment, and then scrub with a clean cloth soaked in vinegar. Rinse well and air dry.
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