What to do with old newspapers? Good question !
I show you here how to reuse the newspapers that you no longer read and that are lying around in a closet.
It would be a shame to throw them away, because this paper is worth gold when you know what to do with it!
At home, in the garden or in the garage, old newspapers will change your life.
Newsprint will quickly become your best friend.
Here are 29 tips for reusing your old newspapers throughout the house . Watch:
Cleaning windows with newspaper is more effective than a rag.
Why?
Because it avoids traces.
For best results, use a solution of white vinegar and water rather than a chemical cleaner. Check out the trick here.
Repurpose old newspapers to line the shelves of your closet, dresser, pantry.
Why ? Because it protects your shelves from stains and dirt that accumulates.
It's a cheap solution that's easy to install or replace.
In addition, the newspaper serves as insulation which is perfect in a pantry.
Place sheets of newspaper in the bottom of the cat crate, below the gravel.
Not only will you save gravel, but moisture and odors are also absorbed. Check out the trick here.
Cleaning barbecue grills is much easier than it looks!
First, allow the grates to cool.
Meanwhile, soak sheets of newspaper in water.
Once the grills are cooler, place the newspaper on them and close the bbq.
Leave on for about an hour.
Now you can clean the grates very easily and almost without scrubbing.
The damp newspaper has softened all the grease. Check out the trick here.
Newspaper is an excellent wrapping paper that is a perfect replacement for bubble wrap.
To send fragile items, they must first be individually wrapped in newspaper.
Then place them in the package, separated by crumpled paper.
Then fill the remaining space with crumpled up newspaper.
The person who receives the package can reuse the newspaper, recycle it, or put it on fire.
If you have weeds in your garden, cover them with newspaper and wet it.
Then cover the paper with compost or mulch.
The weeds are smothered and the newspaper will gradually decompose.
Say goodbye to weeds, and all without chemicals. Check out the trick here.
To discover: 9 Natural Ways to Kill Weeds.
A great activity to entertain children.
With glue and newspaper, you will be able to tinker and shape lots of adorable little characters. The tutorial here.
Here is a well-known use of all those who have a fireplace:
Newspaper is perfect for starting a fire.
Use crumpled up scraps of newspaper to start a fire, charcoal barbecue or campfire.
To keep leather boots and shoes in shape, stuff them with newspaper.
It also removes moisture from the shoes. Check out the trick here.
Remember to put newspaper in the bottom of the fridge's vegetable drawer.
Why ? Because newspaper protects your crisper from rotting fruits and vegetables.
In addition, it absorbs odors and allows them to be kept longer.
To discover: The Market Gardener's Tip To Keep Potatoes Longer.
Wrap the still green tomatoes in sheets of newspaper.
Then put the wrapped tomatoes in a closed box.
The tomatoes will ripen and become very red.
To discover: 4 Fruits and Vegetables that Age Better With Newsprint.
When painting or doing any messy craft, line the area with newspaper to prevent spills and stains.
It will save you from spending 3 hours trying to remove a stain!
To protect the car floor from mud or dirt, put newspaper on the floor mats.
The newspaper will absorb moisture and keep your carpets clean.
And if your carpets are already dirty, here's how to easily clean them.
Roll up newspapers and tie them tightly with string to make makeshift logs.
It really makes lighting the fire easier and saves wood.
There is even a log compactor for free heating.
Put sheets of newspaper under your sleeping bag when you go camping.
Your bag is thus protected from humidity, away from dirt and grass stains and moreover it is more comfortable.
To discover: 31 genius tips for camping.
Protect your table from splashes, stains and halos of humidity by putting newspaper under your tablecloth or oilcloth.
This avoids buying a rubber table protector that is not very eco-friendly.
Place a folded newspaper next to the front door to put your wet shoes on.
No more mud, stained floor and dirt all over the house.
Very practical when it's raining or snowing outside to avoid putting it all over the house.
To discover: How To Easily Deep Clean Your Doormat.
Put balls of newspaper inside smelly shoes.
Leave them on overnight and throw them away the next morning.
You will be surprised to see (or rather feel) that the odors have disappeared overnight.
To discover: 9 Tricks To Stop Your Shoes From Smelling.
Tired of buying gift wrap for Christmas and birthdays?
You're right, because it's expensive and not very green since it's only used once...
Luckily, you can make your own gift bags out of 2 sheets of newspaper. Check out the trick here.
You can also cover the books with newspaper.
It's perfect for exercise or recipe books that you handle a lot.
And to recognize the books once covered, use a label to note its title!
If you do mechanics, use newspaper to protect your garage floor.
This will save you from rubbing oil and gasoline stains to try to remove them.
Wrap the apples in newspaper and store them in a dry place to store them longer...
...without them rotting!
It also works for pears, kiwis, lemons, avocados...
Plug the air holes under your doors or windows with newspaper.
The air is blocked and your heating bills go down.
Even more need to buy a draft excluder! Find out how here.
Put newspaper on your windshield at night.
This protects the glass from frost.
No more wasting time in the morning scratching the windshield.
To discover: The Magic Trick To Never Have Ice On The Windshield Again.
Protect your flowers from the cold by wrapping them in newspaper.
Secure the paper with the clothespins, and don't forget to cover the pot to protect the roots.
Did you break a glass on the floor? To pick it up without hurting yourself, here's the trick.
Wrap large pieces in newspaper first.
Then pick up the small pieces carefully with wet newspaper.
Why ? Because the small shards of glass will stick to the wet paper ball. Check out the trick here.
Layer several sheets of newspaper on top of each other and fold them to make a small container.
Put some soil in it and sow your seeds.
Here you are with a DIY seedling pot that cost you 0€.
To discover: 10 Super Easy Ideas To Make A Mini Greenhouse For FREE.
Don't get your cloths dirty to clean a very dirty oven.
Use damp newspaper instead.
You can thus remove the large residues of burnt fat stuck to the walls of the oven.
All you have to do is throw the newspaper in the trash and then get down to business.
To unscrew a broken bulb, use newspaper.
Unscrew the bulb with newspaper to avoid burning your fingers.
Then, wrap the bulb in newspaper before disposing of it.
Dampen and shred a few sheets of newspaper before putting them in the compost.
Add it from time to time for the greatest happiness of earthworms.
Have you tried these tips for reusing old newspapers? Let us know in the comments if it worked for you. We can't wait to read you!
