7 surprising uses of plastic wrap

Food wrap is a transparent or light-colored white item made of PE or PVC plastic. The product is thin and light, has good adhesion, and is used to wrap food and preserve food to avoid the penetration of insects or external environmental factors.

In addition, plastic wrap also has other uses.

Unclog toilet

Use 2-3 layers of plastic wrap to tightly wrap around the toilet bowl. Flush the toilet, the water pressure will cause the plastic wrap to swell. Now use your hand to press the plastic wrap down. This will push the water pressure down harder and flush away the blockage inside.

However, this method is only effective for mildly clogged toilets. If the blockage is more serious, you will need the help of toilet unclogging tools or seek professional help.

Protect kitchen walls from grease splatter

First, wipe the wall next to the stove with a damp cloth, then stick the prepared plastic wrap on the surface.

Be sure to seal the edges well or the plastic wrap will quickly come off. This will keep your kitchen walls clean and prevent them from being stained with grease.

Anti-slip for doormats

If the anti-slip effect of the indoor carpet is not good, you should put a layer of plastic wrap underneath, the effect is immediately obvious.

Create insect traps

Insects will be attracted to the cup when sugar or fruit is put in it. To create an insect trap, simply cover the cup with plastic wrap and use a fork to poke a few holes small enough for the insects to enter. Once they fly in, they will not be able to escape.

Support for facial mask to beautify the skin

Japanese women often use plastic wrap to cover the mask. This method helps the nutrients work effectively, lock in moisture and the nutrients penetrate the skin better.

Clean hair on the floor

Hair on the floor is often difficult to clean with a broom. If you do not have a vacuum cleaner, wrap a layer of plastic wrap around the broom before sweeping. The hair will stick to the plastic wrap, making cleaning easier.

Help flowers stay fresh longer

Plastic wrap also has another practical benefit: it helps flowers stay fresh longer. If you have a bouquet of flowers at home but don’t have time to put them in a vase, you can wrap the stems in tissue paper and then wrap them in a layer of plastic wrap. This will help the flowers stay fresh longer.