Common Household Uses of Salt Beyond Cooking

Uses of Salt

Did you know that the magic of Keerthi Nirmal’s Iodised Salt goes way beyond the dinner table? It’s a household hero with a multitude of superpowers. Here are some common household uses of salt beyond cooking, from cleaning to pest control. 

 salt is a mineral composed primarily of sodium chloride (NaCl). When used in food, especially in granulated form, it is more formally called table salt. Iodized salt is table salt mixed with varied amounts of different salts of the element iodine. 

Additionally, in the form of a natural crystalline mineral, salt is also known as rock salt or halite. Moreover, salt is essential for life in general, and saltiness is one of the basic human tastes. Moreover, saltiness is considered one of the basic human tastes.

Salt is really essential in our daily life as it provides us with major nutrients that we need.

Cleaning  
Salt is a powerful ally in the battle against household grime:  

Coffee Pot Stains:

To banish stubborn coffee stains, add one cup of crushed ice, one tablespoon of water, and four teaspoons of salt to your coffee pot. Swirl the mixture around, and those stains will be history.  

Oven and Stove Top Spills:

Sprinkle salt on sticky oven spills and let it sit until crisp. And then, lift the mess with a spatula. For liquid spills on the stovetop, sprinkle with salt and a bit of cinnamon. Let it sit for five minutes before wiping away the residue.  

Refrigerator Cleaning:

Sanitize your fridge by wiping down the interior with a damp sponge sprinkled with equal parts salt and baking soda. This natural scrub will leave your fridge sparkling and fresh.  

Saltwater Gargle for Itchy Throat  

Sore throat got you down? A saltwater gargle can provide quick relief. Mix 1/4 teaspoon of salt in a glass of warm water. Gargle for a few seconds, then spit. Repeat this 2-3 times daily for faster healing.  

Unclogging the Sink  

A clogged sink is no match for salt and hot water. Sprinkle two tablespoons of salt down the drain, followed by 2–3 cups of boiling water. After 10 minutes, your drain will be clear and free-flowing again.  

Egg Freshness Test  

Wondering if your eggs are fresh? Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt to two glasses of water. A fresh egg will sink, while an old one will float due to its porous shell.  

Stop Clothes from Bleeding Dye  

To prevent dyes from bleeding in the wash, soak clothes in salt water for an hour before washing. Alternatively, you can add salt to the detergent when washing. Salt helps lock in color.  

Bug Repellent  

Salt’s drying effect disrupts flies and bugs, keeping them out of your kitchen. Sprinkle it around or try a salt water solution for a natural defense.  

Next time you reach for the salt shaker, remember – it’s a common household workhorse with uses that extend far beyond cooking!