Do not throw away the flour past its expiration date on July 22 (Monday)!!

Washing vegetables and fruits

 

When eating various vegetables and fruits, simply rinsing with water makes it difficult to completely remove foreign substances and pesticide residues. Achieving a satisfactory level of hygiene takes a long time and consumes relatively a lot of water. In such cases, try using flour. Sprinkle flour over the item you want to clean and gently rub it. Leaving it for about 15 minutes is even better. Then rinse with clean water, and you will be able to effectively remove various foreign substances.

 

Wiping a greasy frying pan

 

After grilling meat, a greasy frying pan is a headache just to look at. In such cases, generously sprinkle flour over the surface of the pan and let it sit for a while, then wipe it off with a paper towel. You will definitely notice a difference from simply wiping, where the paper towel cannot absorb the grease and becomes a mess. After removing the plain flour clumps that come off easily, rinse the pan with warm water.

 

Natural dishwashing detergent without synthetic preservatives

 

Flour is also very useful when doing the dishes. Mix flour, vinegar, and coarse salt in equal parts (1:1:1) and use it as a dishwashing detergent. The absorbent properties of flour combined with the sterilizing effects of vinegar and salt can achieve results comparable to commercial cleaning agents. However, since it is a natural cleaner without preservatives, it should be used within five days of preparation. Considering health, this level of effort is definitely worthwhile.

 

Dehumidifier and deodorizer

 

Flour absorbs not only foreign substances. If there are damp or musty areas such as inside shoe cabinets, kitchen storage, or closets, it is recommended to place flour and dried green tea leaves in a mesh bag and keep them there. They not only absorb moisture but also effectively absorb various odors, serving as natural dehumidifiers and deodorizers.

 

🥴How to remove odors and stains from plastic containers

 

Once the smell and stains from various side dishes or kimchi seep into a plastic container, it becomes difficult to remove them easily. Ordinary cleaning agents are often ineffective even after washing repeatedly, so try using flour instead. Mix flour and water in a ratio of about 1:2, put the mixture into the container, seal it tightly, and leave it for 4-5 hours. Then, wash it with clean water to see the plastic container free of odors and stains. At this time, dissolving flour in warm water may cause clumping, so it is better to dissolve it in cold water.

 

Washing white sneakers

 

Maintaining a spotless white color is key for white sneakers, and they can also be cleaned with flour. First, mix flour and water in a ratio of 1 to 5 until evenly blended. Completely submerge the white sneakers in the mixture and soak for about 30 to 40 minutes. Gently scrub with a brush to remove dirt, then rinse with clean water to reveal shiny white sneakers again.

 

Sweeping the smooth floor

 

After cooking a dish that uses a lot of oil, the kitchen floor often feels unpleasantly greasy and slippery. At this time, if you spread flour widely on the kitchen floor and wipe it with a warm, damp cloth, you can cleanly remove the dirt and grease that have settled on the floor. If you experienced stress from the greasy and slippery floor after preparing holiday foods, now you can use the remaining flour to effectively remove the grease and refresh the floor.

 

🧴Natural Shampoo

 

If you are suffering from sensitive scalp, I recommend making a natural scalp cleanser using flour that is good for the skin. Mix flour and water in a 1:5 ratio, boil lightly, then let it cool. Apply it to the scalp like shampoo, gently massage and spread it, then rinse with clean water. The flour ingredients will effectively remove excess oil and impurities from the scalp.

 

🧽 Kitchen hood, gas stove, oven all-purpose cleaner

 

Oily and greasy stains that frequently accumulate on kitchen hoods, gas stoves, ovens, and other appliances are among the most challenging points to clean in the kitchen. However, remember that with flour, removing sticky, greasy grime is much easier and more effective than you might think. First, spread flour widely over the surface of the kitchen appliance. Depending on the extent of the stain, leave it for about 15 to 30 minutes, allowing the flour to absorb the grease and dirt, causing it to lift. Then, wipe it off with a hot, damp cloth. If there is an excessive amount of stubborn grime and stronger effects are needed, mix beer into the flour to create a cream-like consistency and use the same method.

 

Source: Comedy.com