Cleaning Diamonds With Dish Soap

Did you know that one of the best ways for cleaning diamonds is to use everyday dish soap? In fact, you might be surprised to learn that there are a number of items hidden in your kitchen that can be used for multiple purposes that you are probably unaware of. You can use common kitchen or pantry items for DIY projects and craft projects. So, let’s take a look at some ideas you might like to try.

Use Dish Soap to Clean Diamonds

Items of diamond jewelry, such as rings and necklaces, can attract grime from everyday items like hairspray, lotion, makeup, and perfume. Therefore, you should clean them regularly. Reviving the shine of diamonds is easy when you use a simple dish soap solution. Simply create a mixture of warm (almost hot) water and dish soap. Allow your item of diamond jewelry to soak in the solution for around 20 to 40 minutes. Then, gently scrub the gemstone using an ultra-soft toothbrush. Follow that by rinsing the item under warm running water. And perform those steps again if required.

You can use the same method for other gemstones, such as rubies. So, after you customize your perfect ruby ring, for instance, you can be assured that you can easily keep it clean and sparkling with a simple solution that’s hidden in your kitchen.

Use Flour and Water for Making Paper Mache

Making paper mache is a fun and easy task that you can do with your kids, or even by yourself. All you need is flour from the kitchen cupboard, some water, and, of course, newspaper. Mix one-part water with one-part flour to create the paste. Then, dip strips of newspaper into the paste and layer them onto your model. Once dry, it can be painted or decorated as desired. Paper mache is great for projects like making masks, animal figurines, or even a model planet system.

Use Everyday Kitchen Items to Make Playdough

Why buy playdough when you can make your own? After all, your kitchen surely has all of the necessary ingredients. Simply combine two cups of flour, one cup of salt, a tablespoon of vegetable oil, and half a cup of water. Add food coloring if you desire. Then, knead the ingredients until they are combined. Furthermore, homemade playdough can keep for weeks when it’s stored in airtight containers.

Use Olive Oil to Fix Creaky Doors

Everyday items in your kitchen can be used for DIY projects, too. For instance, if you notice a pesky creaking door in your home, you can easily fix it with a little olive oil. Just dab a small amount of the lubricant onto the hinges using a cloth or cotton swab. That will eliminate annoying squeaks quickly and effectively, without the need for specialist products. Plus, it’s a safe and natural solution.

Use Steel Wool to Deter Rodents

To prevent rodents from entering your home, you can use steel wool. Start by locating any small holes or gaps where rodents might squeeze through. Then, stuff those spaces firmly with steel wool, making sure it fits tightly to deter them. The rough texture will discourage gnawing. You should secure the steel wool with caulk for added durability.

Use Laundry Detergent to Stop Insects in Their Tracks

Finally, let’s look at how you can use laundry detergent to stop insect infestations. Managing an ant and roach infestation, for example, is easier than you might think.

Simply mix equal parts of laundry detergent and water. Then, spray the mixture onto the affected areas to create a deadly barrier. Insects breathe through their exoskeleton, so they’ll be suffocated by the soap solution. Using laundry detergent is a safer and more cost-effective alternative to commercial bug sprays, and you probably already have it on hand in your kitchen.

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