5 Ways to Extend Life to Things and Save Money
When buying new things, I want them to last as long as possible. Especially if the thing is really like, or in the immediate plans does not include buying a new one. And although there is nothing eternal, if you do not neglect some rules, you can still significantly extend the life of your favorite thing.
Careful use
Careful attitude and careful use are the basis that the thing will not only last a long time, but will also look good throughout the entire operation process. This includes the desire to stain it less, and timely washing, especially if a stain was planted, and proper storage. It is important that each thing has its own purpose - home, everyday, to go out, to sleep.
But sometimes even the most scrupulous people have the problem that recently purchased clothes have lost their attractive appearance. In such a situation, faulty material may be the fault of which it is made. Therefore, in order to protect yourself from disappointment, you should not constantly save. And be sure to pay attention to the composition of the product, which is indicated on the label.
Gentle cleaning
Proper care is no less important than a neat sock. Before you send a thing to the laundry, carefully read the information on its label, because it is sewn for a reason - the manufacturer has already taken care to protect us from unpleasant surprises.
But there are general universal rules:
- wash white items separately from colored ones (especially when it comes to temperatures above 40aboutFROM);
- when washing such fabrics as flax, silk, wool, rayon and some types of synthetics, high water temperature is strictly prohibited;
- it is better to use neutral detergents containing less bleaching substances;
- if there are stains, it is better to soak the thing before washing for a short time in warm water with the addition of a stain remover;
- delicate fabrics it is desirable to wring out at low speeds;
- it is better to dry things in a natural way, but in the street avoid direct sunlight so that the colors do not fade.
Regular care and prevention
Keeping the good appearance of things will help their proper storage. Jackets, shirts, dresses and blouses should be stored in a closet, hung on their shoulders. Pants are stored, folded in half and outweighed by the crossbar. Skirts need special hangers with clothespins. And knitted sweaters and jeans are best left folded on a shelf.
By the way, sweaters and other woolen things are prone to such problems as the formation of spools. But this is not a reason to abandon a thing or wear it very rarely. There are special machines to eliminate this trouble - 5 minutes and clothes like new. If the machine is not at hand, the old razor, a roller with adhesive tape, manicure scissors or the hard side of an ordinary kitchen sponge will help to cope with the problem.
Another important point to pay attention to is the prevention of moths.For these purposes, fragrant herbs are placed in the chiffonier - lavender, geranium, basil, rosemary, mint. You can use the old proven tool - a bar of gray laundry soap. But since its aroma is bluntly said by an amateur, such a soap can be replaced with any fragrant, for example, with the aroma of strawberries or strawberries. As the products cease to exude aroma, they are replaced with new ones.
Reusable and Unusual
Old, already unbearable items, can be used during cleaning - for mopping or dusting. And you can show your imagination and give them a “second life” by making, for example, a rug in the hallway from colored T-shirts. To do this, old t-shirts are cut into narrow long strips, and twisted them a little, knit with a thick hook.
Another no less original idea is a cosmetic bag from a man’s tie. To do this, two old ties need to be torn apart at the seam. Smooth the fabric with an iron. And sew a rectangular bag out of it, sewing a zipper to one of the sides.
The evenly cut back of the jeans with pockets will become an apron for storing tools. You can also sew a small backpack from them. Stuffed fabrics sewn together in the form of a large rectangle will become a hammock. Soft fabrics, covers for fixtures and vases, covers for stools, and oven mitts can be sewn from fabrics that are suitable for texture. Old socks are quite possible to turn into mitten gloves. And from a sweater to make mittens. If there is a small dog in the house, then you can alter your old clothes and create original outfits for her for walking.
By giving free rein to my own imagination or using ready-made ideas even at home, it is possible to create original and exclusive things.
Repair and restoration application
Any thing, whether it be clothes, shoes, furniture or household appliances, before throwing away, it is better to try to repair. Especially if the defect or breakdown is minor. For this, there are a large number of ateliers and workshops. Nowadays, technology does not stand still in any field and can achieve all the best results of the work done. And any repair will be cheaper than a new purchase.
But no one forbids to master, for example, sewing business or the skill of repairing household appliances on their own. Now in the public domain a lot of useful information on any topic of interest. The main thing in this case is to correctly calculate your strength so as not to harm even more.
