Some non-obvious items can be very useful in the kitchen. One of them is white chalk, the type formerly used on school boards, which can help both in preserving cutlery and in removing grease stains.
White chalk in the kitchen? Trick helps avoid stains and dark cutlery
Some non-obvious items can be very useful in the kitchen. One of them is white chalk, the type formerly used on school boards, which can help both in preserving cutlery and in removing grease stains. According to the...
According to the Tasting Table website, placing a few pieces of chalk at the bottom of the drawer can prevent the cutlery from darkening. This happens because the material helps absorb moisture present in the environment.
Chalk can also be used on grease-stained clothing. As soon as you notice dirt, gently rub a piece over the affected area. The faster the product is applied, the greater the chances of the trick working.
It's important to only use white chalk. Colored versions may contain pigments capable of aggravating the stain. Press lightly until a layer of white residue forms on the fat, leave it to act for a few minutes and wash the item normally.
Traditional chalk is produced with calcium carbonate, while more modern versions usually contain calcium sulfate or gypsum. In both cases, it is a porous and absorbent material. The same principle explains why gymnasts, climbers and bodybuilders use chalk powder on their hands to reduce moisture.
When the fabric makes direct application difficult, you can scrape off some of the chalk with the tip of a knife or scissors and spread the powder over the stain.
If the grease does not disappear after the first wash, the process can be repeated before the clothes dry. The heat from the dryer can further set the dirt in the fabric.
The trick usually works best on recent stains. The longer the grease remains on the item, the more difficult it will be to remove.
Another well-known alternative is to apply dish detergent with degreasing action directly to dry clothes. Simply rub the product into the stained area and then wash the item in the usual machine cycle.
Simple trick helps make white clothes look like new
Mixing with warm water, baking soda and hydrogen peroxide can help remove the yellowish or grayish appearance of white clothes. Another option is to use sodium percarbonate in pre-treatment or machine washing.
Source: Noticias ao Minuto - Ultima Hora
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