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Whenever we buy a new shoe, water bottle, new bag or any electronic item, a small white lump comes out inside it. “Do Not Eat” is clearly written on this packet. Most people consider it poisonous or useless and immediately throw it in the dustbin.
But do you know that this small lump is made of ‘Silica Gel’, which works like magic in absorbing moisture. Instead of throwing it away, you can reuse many valuable items in your house to protect them from damage, rust and bad smell.
Here are 7 such amazing uses of silica gel, which will be very useful for you:
1. Helpful in repairing mobile phone soaked in water
If your smartphone ever accidentally falls into water, clean it with a cotton cloth and put it in a ziplock plastic bag. Now put 4-5 packets of silica gel in that bag and close the bag. Leave it like this for 2 to 3 days. Silica gel will completely absorb the moisture hidden inside the fine parts of the mobile and the chances of your phone turning on will increase significantly. This is a much safer and more effective method than keeping the phone in a box of rice.
2. Get rid of stubborn odor and bacteria from shoes
During summer or rainy season, shoes start smelling strongly due to sweating in the feet. To get rid of this problem, after taking off the shoes, put one or two packets of silica gel inside them. It will absorb all the moisture and sweat inside the shoes, due to which the smell will disappear and bacteria will not grow.
3. Protect coffee, pulses and spices from dampness
Due to moisture present in the air, coffee kept in kitchen containers often gets frozen or spices and pulses get sealed. To overcome this problem, you can stick a silica gel packet under the lid (inside) of a coffee or spice jar or keep it in the box. Keep in mind that the packet should not be torn and should not be in direct contact with the food item. It will absorb moisture and keep food items fresh for a long time.
4. Keep important documents and old photographs safe
Important documents, marksheets, certificates and old photographs kept at home, if kept closed for a long time, start sticking together due to moisture, turn yellow or get moldy. Keep a few silica gel packets in the box containing your important documents and albums. With this, your documents will remain safe as new for years.
5. Prevent gold and silver jewelery from turning black
Due to exposure to air and moisture, silver jewelery starts blackening and the shine of artificial jewelery fades. Keep 2-3 packets of silica gel in your jewelery box or locker. This will prevent moisture from forming inside the box, keeping your jewelry always shiny and new.
6. Protect shaving razors and iron tools from rust
Shaving razors (Trimmer/Razor Blade) kept in the bathroom and iron tools kept in the toolbox lose their edge very quickly due to moisture and get rusted. Keeping silica gel packets in your razor case or toolbox will prevent moisture from forming on the metal and keep your blades and tools sharp and rust-free for longer.
7. Remove the smell of gym bags and wet clothes
When sweat-drenched clothes and towels are kept in the gym bag after coming back from the gym, the entire bag starts rotting and stinking. Always keep a few silica gel packets in the corners of your gym bag or travel bag. It will keep the bag fresh by absorbing moisture instantly.
IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS: Although silica gel itself is not poisonous, it is labeled ‘Do Not Eat’ because it can pose a choking hazard and swallowing it can lead to dehydration. Therefore, always keep these packets in safe places away from the reach of children and pets.
