These Are All The Clever And Interesting Ways You Can Use Clear Nail Polish Around Your House
Clear nail polish does more than just give your nails a sleek shine and an extra protective layer. Its purposes extend beyond beauty and into household territory.
A bottle of clear nail polish can do anything from repairing holes to waterproofing matches. You might even have a few of them collecting dust on your dresser or in your bathroom drawer because you rarely use them.
Don’t let those lacquers go to waste! Try out one of these neat hacks and begin slowly improving the state of your household. Here are seven ways to use clear nail polish other than for a manicure.
Thread A Needle Faster
If you’ve ever endured the process of threading a needle, you know how frustrating and painstakingly slow it can be.
Simply twisting the tip of the thread to create a sharp point will only get you so far. Try dipping the frayed tip into clear nail polish to seal off the end.
Before slipping the thread through the needle, allow it to dry for a couple of minutes. Afterward, you’ll find that the task will go much more smoothly.
Tighten Loose Screws
Are one of the screws coming loose on a pair of glasses? Clear nail polish can tighten it right back up.
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Coat the screw with a couple of layers of polish. It acts as an adhesive to hold everything together until you can get the item repaired properly.
This quick fix is super handy, but it’s only a temporary solution. It’s also not recommended to use clear nail polish on large, heavy items like the base of furniture.
Sealing An Envelope
The taste of envelope seals is not everyone’s cup of tea. Instead of licking your envelope shut or dabbing water on the seal, swipe some clear nail polish along the underside of the envelope flap. Let it dry to ensure a more secure hold.
Protect Jewelry From Rust
When costume jewelry is exposed to sweat and oils, it has the tendency to tarnish or turn dull. To extend the life of your jewelry, paint a thin layer of clear polish on your beloved pieces.
Additionally, it can stop your fingers and earlobes from turning green. Not only will clear nail polish help your jewelry maintain its sparkle and prevent rust, but it will also protect people with nickel allergies from rashes and skin sensitivities.
Keep Necklaces In Place
Clear nail polish can work its magic on jewelry in other ways, too. It’s annoying when your necklace always rotates around your neck, isn’t it?
You’re constantly left with the charm at the back of your neck and the unsightly clasp in the front. Well, the problem can be resolved with clear polish!
Place a small dot of it on the skin at the back of your neck. Then, press your necklace clasp on top of it. Your necklace should stay in place all day. To remove the clear polish, use warm water and soap.
Fix A Torn Window Or Porch Screen
Don’t let the bugs in just because there’s a tear in your window screen. Seal the tear with clear polish to prevent it from expanding. It works wonderfully as a placeholder until you can get around to a more permanent solution.
Waterproof Matches
Never get stuck with useless matches while on a camping trip again. Waterproof your matches with clear nail polish by coating the ends in case you and your supplies get caught in the rain. Just dip the ends in the bottle and let them dry before putting them back in the matchbox.
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