Bananas ripen faster when their stems release ethylene gas β but foil can slow the process.
**How to do it:**
– Wrap the stem of a bunch of bananas in aluminum foil.
– Store at room temperature.
π Result? Bananas stay yellow and firm for a few extra days.
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### π₯ BONUS HACKS: Household Magic Beyond Foil
While weβre on a roll (pun intended), here are a few other *non-foil* hacks worth adding to your toolkit:
– **Lemon & Salt for Cutting Boards** β Cut a lemon in half, sprinkle salt on your wooden cutting board, and scrub with the lemon to deodorize and sanitize.
– **Baking Soda in Shoes** β Got stinky shoes? Sprinkle a bit of baking soda in them overnight. Shake it out in the morning β no more odor!
– **Vinegar in the Microwave** β Fill a bowl with water and a splash of vinegar. Microwave for 3 minutes, let it sit for another 2, then wipe. Steam loosens grime effortlessly.
– **Rubber Band on Paint Can** β Stretch a rubber band across an open paint can to wipe your brush on, keeping the rim clean.
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### π‘ Final Thoughts
Itβs amazing what a little aluminum foil β and a few everyday items β can do when used creatively. These small, budget-friendly hacks can save you time, reduce waste, and make your home life just a little smoother.
So next time you pull out that shiny roll, remember: itβs not just for leftovers anymore. π
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Want more clever household hacks like these? Drop a comment or let me know what you’d love to simplify at home β there’s a trick for everything! π§Όπ§β¨
