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Cleaning vases -

A salt and water combination will be a useful way to get rid of any residue left over from having flowers in your vase.

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Cleaning artificial flowers -

Putting a quarter of a cup of salt in a paper bag along with your artificial flowers will clean them and make them look new.

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Keep artificial flowers in place -

Adding salt to a vase and then a little cold water will make the salt solidify. This will then be perfect for keeping your artificial flowers in place.

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Keep wicker furniture looking new -

Brushing wicker furniture with saltwater will keep it looking new, and help to prevent natural discoloration.

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Give your broom a longer life -

Soaking the bristles of a broom in hot saltwater will add some life to it, and also give it a thorough clean.

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Cleaning the fireplace -

Throwing salt at the flames will help the fire die out quicker. Also, the salt will make clearing up the ashes the following day much easier.

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Polish -

Combining salt, flour, and vinegar to create a polish will be just as effective as a professional polish. Then you can rinse with water, and dry.

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Other spillages on the carpet -

Combining salt with some rubbing alcohol is a good way to clean up even the most stubborn stains.

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Watermarks -

The stains left on wood by glasses or bottles can be very hard to get rid of. However, saltwater can certainly help with this.

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Restoring sponges -

To give a sponge more life, try soaking it overnight in saltwater. This will rid it of any buildup that is proving hard to shift.

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Relieving insect bites -

If you get an insect bite that is painful and uncomfortable, try adding saltwater, and then some vegetable oil, to neutralize it.

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Reduce frost -

Salt reduces the temperature at which ice freezes. Therefore, applying some saltwater to your windows at home or in your car will prevent buildups of ice and frost.

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Deodorize sneakers -

To prevent odor, add a little salt to your sneakers now and then to soak up any moisture, especially in warmer months.

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Cleaning a fish tank -

Mineral deposits can be removed from inside the fish tank with salt. Ensure plain and not iodized salt is used, and make sure the tank is rinsed thoroughly before the fish are put back in.

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Stopping ants -

Putting some salt on the floor will keep ants from crossing it. If there are ants outside, consider putting salt by the door entrances.

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Freshening the garbage disposal -

Pouring half a cup of salt down the garbage disposal, and then running cold water, will help dislodge anything that is stuck, and will also neutralize any odor.

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Removing tough stains -

Allowing salt to soak in before thorough washing will make removing tough stains far easier.

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Handling enamel pans -

Soaking the pan in saltwater overnight, and then rinsing with boiling saltwater, should remove all stains easily.

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Oven care -

If there is a spill in your oven while it is hot, throw some salt on the spillage. This will make it far easier to clean once the oven has cooled down.

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Scrubbing burnt stains -

Removing burnt stains by using hot saltwater is very effective. Just leave to soak for a while and the stain should be easy to remove.

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Cleaning iron pans -

Putting salt down on an iron pan before thoroughly cleaning it will make the job far less difficult.

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Removing stains on glass -

If stains remain even after going through the dishwasher, or hand washing, soaking overnight in salt and vinegar should get rid of the stains permanently.

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Wok care -

Many say that you should never wash a wok. Adding salt and brushing it, after cooking, is a way to clean it thoroughly. This does not apply to non-stick, as it will scratch the surface.

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Removing lipstick marks -

The emollients in lipstick can prove hard to remove. Try applying salt to the stain before washing, to remove it effectively.

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Renewing your cutting board -

After thoroughly washing them, applying a cloth damp with saltwater will help keep your cutting boards looking lighter and newer.

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Cleaning the refrigerator -

Using warm saltwater to clean the refrigerator will help to eliminate any stubborn and difficult stains.

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Dough cleanup -

Placing salt over the excess dough will make it very simple to wipe away. Just use a damp sponge and it will be easy.

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Removing tea and coffee stains -

Adding salt to a sponge makes these stains much easier to remove. If the stain persists, try combining the salt with white vinegar.

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Cleaning your teapot -

A combination of salt and boiling water can be a great way to remove even the most stubborn stains from a teapot.

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Coffee percolator care -

Try percolating with water and four tablespoons of salt. This should be sufficient to clean any residue from the percolator.

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Fixing bad coffee -

If you've made coffee that has turned bitter, try adding some salt, to see if this fixes the taste, before throwing it out.

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Prevent splatter -

Adding salt to the pan before frying food with a high fat content will help absorb the excess fat, and prevent splatter.

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Reduce cooking time -

Adding salt will raise the temperature of the boiling water, so cooking will be finished slightly sooner!

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Handling hard boiled eggs -

Adding salt to the water in which you boil eggs will make the job of de-shelling them much easier.

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Preparing poached eggs -

Adding some salt and vinegar to the water before you begin poaching eggs will help keep the eggs intact.

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Checking an egg's freshness -

Adding a couple teaspoons of salt to a cup of water is a good way to check the freshness of an egg. Fresh eggs will sink, and old ones will float.

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De-shelling pecans -

Soaking pecans in saltwater for several hours will make the process of de-shelling far easier.

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Washing spinach -

Washing spinach in saltwater will do a more thorough job of removing any soil or dirt than if the leaves were washed in normal water.

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Preparing salad -

Adding just a small amount of salt to a salad will help keep the leaves crisp for several hours after.

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Handling apples -

Soaking apples in lightly salted water will remove the wrinkles and make them look smooth again.

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Preventing brown fruit -

Soaking fruit pieces in lightly salted water will prevent them from going brown for many hours.

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Whip cream/beat eggs more efficiently -

Adding a small amount of salt when whipping cream or beating eggs will yield a better and smoother result.

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Keep milk fresh -

Adding a small amount of salt to a carton of milk, or even cream, will help keep it fresh for longer.

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Prevent mold -

Storing cheese in saltwater soaked absorbent paper is very effective in preventing it from developing mold.

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Extinguish grease fires -

Salt is the best way to deal with a grease fire. You should never put water on one, as this will just make it worse.

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Pick up spilled eggs -

Covering the spill in salt will make it far easier to clear, as the egg will be drawn together by the salt.

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Cleaning your iron's soleplate -

Running your iron at a hot temperature over paper covered with salt will help to remove any uneven surface that your iron has obtained.

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Removing clothing stains -

As a short-term move before you get a chance to wash the item, put some salt on any small spillage to reduce the stain.

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Tackling perspiration stains -

The best way to get rid of perspiration stains is to dissolve salt in hot water, then sponge the garment until the stain has been removed. 

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Keeping towels bright -

If you add salt to your new towels the first few times they are washed, they will retain their bright color for longer.

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Killing weeds -

Pouring saltwater onto weeds should kill them. One cup of salt in two cups of boiling water will do the job.

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Snail/slug removal -

Salt can be used to dispose of unwanted snails and slugs that come into your garden and eat your plants.

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Cleaning flowerpots -

Using some salt and a brush to clean a flowerpot is a far quicker way than washing it. It will also create far less mess!

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Dandruff treatment -

Massaging salt into your scalp before applying shampoo will remove any dry dandruff that is there.

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Skin conditioner -

Dissolving salt in the bath will help to condition your skin, and keep it feeling very soft and smooth.

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Salt massage -

Massaging yourself with dry salt, either in the bath or just after, will get rid of dead skin. It's also good for your circulation.

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Making mouthwash -

You can make your own mouthwash by combining water with salt and baking soda, which is a lot more natural than many mouthwashes you can buy!

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Cleaning your drains -

Combine one cup of salt with one cup of baking soda and half a cup of white vinegar. Pour this down the drain, followed by a gallon of boiling water 10 minutes later. This should clear any blockage.

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Removing enamel stains -

Salt combined with turpentine can remove very tough stains on tubs and sinks. Protect your hands and remember to ventilate the room.

Source: (Reader's Digest)

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