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Wallpaper -

The inventors of bubble wrap initially tried to sell it as wallpaper. Though that didn't work, bubble wrap can actually make effective door stoppers.

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Insulate windows -

You can use bubble wrap to insulate windows. This technique is often used in greenhouses, but can work just as well in your home.

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Pool cover -

Use bubble wrap as a pool cover. This will keep your pool clean and free from things such as leaves.

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Wrap plants and trees -

Bubble wrap can help protect new trees and plants in your garden.

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Use it when planting strawberries -

Place some bubble wrap around the strawberry plants to avoid the fruits from falling to the ground.

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Dust protection -

Are you going on vacation? Cover your furniture with bubble wrap, and you'll come back to a dust-free home.

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Stress relief -

Popping bubble wrap is actually a proven way to relieve stress. A survey found that just over one minute of popping is equivalent to a 33-minute massage.

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Arts and crafts -

Be creative with bubble wrap. There are plenty of DIY crafts you can create with it.

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Costumes for children -

Kids love bubble wrap, and they surely will love if you make them an outfit with it!

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Protective padding -

When a helmet and other protection gear is not enough, bubble wrap might just provide the extra padding you're looking for.

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Whack it -

Get your child a plastic hammer or a rubber mallet and let your kid have fun whacking bubble wrap!

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Prevent blisters -

Make a bubble wrap handle for tools such as rakes and brooms. This will help prevent blisters while working.

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Grip -

Similarly, use bubble wrap to get a better grip on brushes and mops.

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Wobbly food -

Cover your fridge's crisper drawer with bubble wrap. This will prevent fruits and other foods from bruising.

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Use bubble wrap to store necklaces -

This will prevent tangling. Just tape the ends to bubble wrap and you can then store your necklaces.

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Antifreeze -

Place some bubble wrap under your windshield wipers and voila! No more dealing with frosty windshields in the morning!

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Cover compost -

Use bubble wrap to cover your compost pile. Covering it can help promote decomposition and keep it protected.

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Pipes -

Place bubble wrap around pipes in the winter. This will prevent frosting and potential bursting.

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Take it to the antique/thrift store -

If you like to buy exquisite antique pieces, then bubble wrap is your best friend when carrying them home.

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Home security -

Placing some bubble wrap under a doormat is a cheap way to know if someone's at your door.

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Pop calendar -

There is such thing as a bubble wrap calendar. Popping a bubble at the end of the day can be very satisfying!

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Keep animals out of your backyard -

Apparently animals such as deer don't like to step on bubble wrap. This will scare the animals away without hurting them.

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Shower curtain -

Need a quick, cheap, and effective shower curtain? Bubble wrap is the answer.

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Padded car seats -

Going for a long drive? Place some bubble wrap over your seats. It will make them more comfortable.

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Cushion your steering wheel -

Another car tip: wrap bubble wrap around the steering wheel. It's great if you get stuck in traffic and need to let off some steam. 

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Go camping -

Bubble wrap can provide extra insulation, so place it on the bottom of your tent or around your sleeping bag.

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Sweaty toilet -

Bubble wrap is great to prevent condensation in your toilet.

See also: How to decorate your house with waste materials

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