Brilio.net - Chairs are one of the household furniture that have many functions, both as a place to sit and to put various items. Because they are often used, it is not surprising that many people have more than one chair at home.
However, prolonged use can cause damage, especially on plastic chairs that are more prone to breaking. Too much weight or falling from a height are some factors that can accelerate damage.
If a plastic chair is damaged or broken, there is no need to throw it away immediately. There is a simple way to patch holes in a chair using materials available in the kitchen. One Instagram user, @homecheff_renu, once shared this practical method. With easy steps, repairing a plastic chair can be done in just about 10 minutes.
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As reported by brilio.net from Instagram @homecheff_renu on Friday (3/28), one kitchen ingredient used to patch plastic chairs is baking soda. The method is to position the plastic chair upside down when patching it.
photo: Instagram/@homecheff_renu
Once done, sprinkle enough baking soda into the cracks in the plastic chair. The dosage can be adjusted to the size of the cracks in the plastic chair. The bigger the cracks or breaks in the chair, the more baking soda is used.
photo: Instagram/@homecheff_renu
After that, pour the liquid glue on top of the baking soda. Make sure you pour it evenly. Once done, let it sit for a while so that the patch on the plastic chair sticks firmly.
photo: Instagram/@homecheff_renu
Just wait for 10 seconds, the patch on the plastic chair is completely dry. You can check it with your fingers. If so, immediately turn the plastic chair over. Because the cracked or broken part is patched, the chair can be used immediately as usual.
For those who experience similar incidents, you can practice this one method. With just one kitchen ingredient, you don't have to throw away the chair that is already broken.
Tricks for cleaning plastic chairs.
1. Use a mixture of soap and warm water.
Mix dish soap with warm water, then use a sponge or soft cloth to scrub the surface of the chair. This method is effective for removing dust and light dirt.
2. Use baking soda for stubborn stains.
Sprinkle baking soda on the stained area, then scrub with a damp sponge or soft brush. Baking soda helps lift old dirt.
3. White vinegar as a natural cleaner.
Mix white vinegar with water in a 1:1 ratio, then spray it all over the surface of the chair. Let it sit for a few minutes before rubbing with a clean cloth. Vinegar is effective in removing stains and killing bacteria.
4. Use bleach for white chairs.
For white plastic chairs that are starting to turn yellow, soak a cloth in a bleach solution mixed with water, then wipe it over the entire surface of the chair. After that, rinse with clean water and dry in a shady place.
5. Wipe with olive oil to make it look shiny.
Once the chair is clean and dry, apply a little olive oil or baby oil using a soft cloth to make it look shinier and free of dullness.
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