Brilio.net - Helmets are important equipment for the safety of motorcyclists. If you are a motorbike user, a helmet is certainly an item that you use almost every day. The high intensity of helmet use makes this item easily dull or even scratched.
In general, scuff marks will appear when the helmet is scratched by a sharp object or even dropped. On the other hand, exposure to dust and dirt on the roads can also make helmets dull. In some cases, the helmet will change color , making it less attractive when used.
If a helmet's condition has turned dull, some people will usually buy a new one.
However, did you know that there is actually a trick that can be used to clean a dull and scratched helmet so that it shines like new again.
Furthermore, this trick for cleaning a helmet was shared by Instagram user @skill.rumahan. Through one of the uploaded videos, he admitted that he only used two simple ingredients, one of which came from the kitchen. Reported by BrilioFood from the Instagram account @skill.rumahan on Tuesday (2/7), the kitchen ingredient in question is dishwashing soap.
So, apart from dishwashing soap, this Instagram user also admits to relying on toothpaste or toothpaste. So, the two ingredients will be mixed to make a powerful cleaner.
photo: Instagram/@skill.rumahan
How to use it, simply mix the two ingredients in one small container. After that, stir until smooth and foamy. If so, prepare a soft cloth or chamois and dip the end into the container containing the cleaner.
Next, apply it to the entire surface of the helmet which is dull and scratched. While lubricating it, rub it on the dirty part of the helmet. It doesn't need to be too hard or firm, just rub it slowly and thinly.
photo: Instagram/@skill.rumahan
Then, when it has been spread evenly, let it sit for a few minutes until it dries. Only then rub it again using a tissue. The final step, dry the helmet by simply airing it out.
A helmet that has been washed will look cleaner. Compared to before, the helmet shines like new because the scuff marks have completely disappeared. This indicates that a mixture of toothpaste and dish soap is very effective in removing various kinds of stains.
photo: Instagram/@skill.rumahan
How about it, are you interested in trying it too? With this trick, you only need to use simple ingredients you have at home. With economical capital, you can change a dull helmet to one that shines like new.
This post about tricks for cleaning dull helmets has been viewed more than 114 thousand times since it was uploaded on June 19. Many netizens are interested in the video. Some of them even provided responses via the comments column.
"It's worth a try," said Instagram @f_apriansyah07.
"I used toothpaste to remove scratches on the car, without sunlight the results were good," wrote the Instagram account @aldoalwahid.