Do you think that chalk is only for drawing? You are wrong. Folk craftsmen have found many more ways, where it will come in handy.
When looking at a piece of chalk, many have only one association - drawing on a board or on asphalt. In fact, white limestone is capable of much, and now you can see it.
1. Beautiful white marigolds
Do you prefer home manicure? Then the next trick will be very useful. Take the brush and chalk it with white chalk. After that, walk it under your fingernails, coping immediately with two tasks: the brush will remove dirt, and the chalk will lighten the surface.
2. For better grip
A situation that can lead to a constantly sliding screwdriver from a screw. To quickly cope with the work, just chalk the screw cap.
3. Quickly get rid of ants
Strange, but true - the ants will not cross the line drawn with chalk. To insects did not go into the house, just draw a line in front of the door or do it in another place, where the "uninvited guests" come from.
4. Tools will no longer rust
Do not want to rust on bolts, cogs and other metal objects in the box? Then just put a piece of chalk in it, which absorbs moisture perfectly.
5. Only the radiant surface
You can use chalk to look after the metal and marble surfaces. Crush in a bowl with a bit of chalk, and the color does not matter. As a result, a fine powder should turn out. Wet a rag in water, and then lower the edge into the chalk. Carry out polishing of the surface, and then rinse with warm water and wipe dry. Do not worry, the chalk granules will not leave scratches.
6. No stale smell
A common problem is the appearance of an unpleasant odor in the closet that extends to clothing. To prevent its occurrence, put on the shelves chunks of chalk.
7. That the lock was opened easily
There was a trouble, and the key does not turn in the lock? Then wipe the area along the teeth of the key with a chalk, insert it into the keyhole and try to turn it several times. Chalk particles will absorb dirt and moisture inside the lock and the problem will be fixed.
8. Method for updating tin objects
Many have in their collections pewter products, for example, caskets, kettles, figurines, glasses and so on. To give them a shine, it is recommended to make a paste, mixing chopped chalk and vodka. With this facility, rub the object, and then rinse it with running water.
9. New life in silver
Over time, silverware loses its former appeal. To preserve the glitter of metal, put a piece of chalk in a box to spoons and forks. Use this method is possible and so that silver jewelry will not fade.
10. Say "no" to mold and unpleasant odors
If you do not want the mold to appear in the laundry basket and it produces unpleasant smells, then take a plastic bag, put a few pieces of chalk in it and chop it. In open form, put the bag in the bottom of the basket. Limestone will absorb moisture from clothing and prevent the occurrence of a problem. It is recommended to change the package once a month.
11. Only white collars
After a long time wearing the shirt on the collar, there are ugly stripes of yellow color, and they can not be removed by usual washing. To remove the problem, rub the contaminated area with white chalk, leave for 10 minutes. and carry out the washing.
12. Effective removal of oily stains
Many faced such a problem as greasy stains on clothes, which are not so easy to get rid of. There is a simple but proven method for which chalk is needed. Scratch them a problem place, leave for 10-15 minutes., Shake and wash. Chalk absorbs particles of fat and remove the stain will be much easier.
13. Renovation of whitewash on the ceiling
To keep the white ceiling clean is not easy and often you can see yellow stains from steam and other traces of contaminants on it. Temporarily disguise them with a piece of white chalk, which should be carefully rubbed spots until they disappear completely.