foto: Instagram/@_dad_of_boys_4
Brilio.net - Driving in the rain can be a challenge, especially when the car windows start to fog up and leave water marks. This phenomenon often interferes with the driver's view, potentially increasing the risk of accidents. Foggy car windows are usually caused by differences in temperature inside and outside the car, while the water marks left behind can be caused by less than optimal glass conditions or a protective layer that is starting to wear out.
Foggy car windows not only reduce visibility, but can also be a problem that interferes with driving comfort. In addition, water traces left after rain make the glass look dirty and can worsen the view when driving at night. This condition requires special care and attention so that the car windows are always in the best condition. The use of defoggers and waterproof coatings can be a solution that many people often rely on.
But if you don't have a defogger at home, there are other ingredients that can be used. Well, this ingredient comes from the kitchen which is often used for cooking . An Instagram user @_dad_of_boys_4 once used it to prevent car windows from fogging up and being full of water marks when it rains.
photo: Instagram/@_dad_of_boys_4
As reported by BrilioFood from the Instagram account @_dad_of_boys_4 on Friday (11/15), the kitchen ingredient in question is potatoes. How to use it, simply cut the potatoes into two parts. Then use these potato pieces to rub the car windows evenly.
photo: Instagram/@_dad_of_boys_4
In the video, the Instagram account user @_dad_of_boys_4 then splashed the car window again with water. Well, the part that had been rubbed with potatoes was completely clean and there were no traces of water left behind. This will certainly make the driving experience safer and more comfortable, even when it rains.
photo: Instagram/@_dad_of_boys_4
It is important to note that potatoes contain starch, which when applied to car windows, forms a thin layer that can prevent condensation. Potato starch works by reducing the surface tension on the glass, so that water vapor does not easily condense and form fog.
In addition, potato starch also provides a hydrophobic effect, which is the ability to repel water. When the glass is rubbed with potatoes, the layer of starch left behind makes the glass surface more slippery and rainwater does not easily stick. Water will form small droplets that quickly slide down the glass, reducing the water footprint left behind.
Since it was uploaded on November 8, the video about the trick to prevent car windows from fogging has been watched more than 43 million times. It is no wonder that many Instagram users are interested and also provide direct responses through the comments column. Most even admitted that they wanted to try it directly.
"Oh my gosh, I have to use potatoes now," wrote Instagram user @gdbson.lok.
"Someone told me it also prevents frost from forming," said Instagram user @decker0373.
"Great idea," said Instagram @herdihazhan.
"Nisa oranges are three times more effective," wrote the Instagram account @titov_minsk.
"This really works great. I'll do it later," commented Instagram account @miss_petales.
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