Something once deemed useless actually has numerous practical benefits
Old toothbrushes might seem like trash, but tying them together can bring unexpected benefits.
Here are some creative ways to reuse old toothbrushes:
Clean faucets
Instead of calling a plumber or using expensive tools, tie two old toothbrushes together with a rubber band. This DIY tool is perfect for scrubbing faucets, especially hard-to-reach gaps and crevices.
Clean fridge seals and window frames
Bent toothbrushes make excellent tools for cleaning the gaps in fridge seals or window frames. These areas often collect dust and are hard to clean with regular tools.
Clean keyboards
Computer keyboards accumulate dust over time. Use an old toothbrush to gently brush away the dust. The stiffness of the bristles makes cleaning quick and effective.
Crack open hard-shell nuts
To easily crack open nuts like pistachios or peanuts, tie two old toothbrushes together with a rubber band and place a folded piece of paper between them. This tool makes cracking nuts quick and convenient.
Clean bicycle chains
For bicycle chains, tape two old toothbrushes together with the bristles facing inward. Insert the chain between the brushes and rotate. This method effectively removes grease and dirt.
Clean hairbrushes
Use an old toothbrush to scrub along the grooves of your hairbrush after dipping it in water mixed with a cleaning solution. The bristles help remove dirt and dandruff residue easily.
Clean the bottom of cups
The bottoms of cups and narrow bottles can be hard to clean. An old toothbrush is an ideal tool for reaching these tricky spots and ensuring thorough cleaning.
Scrub hard-to-reach toilet corners
To clean the hard-to-reach areas of the toilet, heat the toothbrush handle over a flame and bend it into an L-shape. Add some toilet cleaner and scrub the tough spots with ease.
Polish jewelry
Jewelry often has small, intricate details that are difficult to clean. Dip an old toothbrush in a cleaning solution and gently brush the surface of your jewelry to remove dirt and restore shine.
