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Brits urged to put rice on windowsill this Christmas season
They have plunged. Dramatically.
Even inside our homes, people may begin noticing condensation forming inside their homes.
But do not worry, there is a very, very simple solution that will barely cost you a penny.
Before putting your phone in rice please ask to see if it consents to a grain based diet
“Place small bowls filled with rock salt around your home, particularly in high-humidity areas,” suggests Ollie Creevy, managing director and co-founder of Insulation Advisor UK.
“The salt will absorb moisture from the air, helping to reduce humidity levels.”
Nicholas also suggests how to use rice: “Fill a long sock with uncooked rice and tie the end securely.
“Place these rice-filled socks in closets or other enclosed spaces where humidity tends to be a problem. The rice will absorb excess moisture.”
“Much like rice, baking soda can absorb moisture. Leave an open box of baking soda in your closet or pantry to help reduce humidity.”
So, as it gets colder, consider giving this method a go. Where’s the harm? It’ll only cost around 30 pence or so.
Recommended reading:
How to stop condensation on your windows and why it is there
Stop condensation on your windows this winter – how to do it
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Does putting your phone in rice work?
Nope, don’t do it.
Experts have for years pointed out that’s a bad idea – and now Apple is officially warning users not to do it.
“Don’t put your iPhone in a bag of rice. Doing so could allow small particles of rice to damage your iPhone,” they said previously.
Along with the risk of damage, testing has suggested that uncooked rice is not particularly effective at drying the device.
