7 great ways to use chalk for everyday chores
We usually think of chalk as the cylindrical stick with which one writes on blackboards, or perhaps colored ones which one draws or scribbles various patterns on a road. But chalk is a soft and brittle stone, whose properties make it advantageous to use in other contexts, even domestic ones.
Because of its porosity, it is one of those substances that can absorb water and liquids, and therefore it is an excellent ally in all cases where you want to prevent humidity build-up - especially in small closed spaces - that can cause damage from rust and mold. Read on to find out how to use chalk at home:
Greasy stains
If while cooking, you get oil on your clothes (or some other greasy stain on the fabric), having chalk to hand could prove to be lucky.
Blot away the bulk of the stain with absorbent paper, trying to remove it without letting it penetrate any further into the fabric and then rub the chalk on the stain. Make sure to cover with a thick layer of chalk, and let it act for about ten minutes, so that the chalk dust absorbs as much as possible. Then proceed with a regular washing.
Stains on the white walls
If you have any stains or streaks that are not too large on a wall, but there is no time to wash them carefully at the moment, you can temporarily disguise it by covering it with a little white chalk.
Yellow stains
Over time, sometimes white clothes get marked with yellowish spots and stains. There has always been a gypsum-based remedy online that many say works: it is a matter of rubbing the stain with chalk and waiting a few minutes (about 10) before putting everything into the washing machine.
Deodorizing wardrobes and drawers
To eliminate any bad smelsl generated by humidity in closed-up furniture, you can try chalk (rather than bicarb). There are also those who pour a drop or two of an essential oils on the chalk, so that the perfume spreads throughout the wardrobe or drawer.
Rust prevention
In the drawers of a garage or in a toolbox you can put some chalk to prevent them from rusting over time. You will keep the contents in them in excellent condition for ages.
For silverware
In the cutlery drawers, (or wherever you keep the silverware or silver jewelry), a little chalk always works well as a barrier against humidity, thereby preventing annoying tarnishing spots appearing on the metal.
For manicures
Take a thin brush or a manicure brush, rub the bristles for a while on a piece of chalk and then clean your nails with the brush. It is a great method to remove dirt from under the nails and make them look shiny and beautiful.
Do you know any other ways to use chalk?
