Woman reveals genius reason to never throw away silica gel packets: 'Have a zip lock bag of them saved just for this'

Using rice can trap moisture inside devices and even leave starchy residue. Silica gel is a powerful desiccant designed to absorb humidity. This makes it ideal for drawing out water from electronics.
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Man reveals genius reason he never throws away silica gel packets: 'This is a great tip'

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The Courier-Mail

Do you always throw away silica gel bags? Here’s why you shouldn’t

YOU know those annoying little packets of silica gel that come with your new shoes and bags? They’re more useful than you think. In fact, you should hold on to them as some of their uses might ...
Irish Sun

7 little-known uses for the silica gel packets that come with shoes & bags & why you should never throw them away

IF you’ve ever spotted the little silica gel packets that come inside new handbags or with new shoes DON’T chuck them away. The tiny sachets can actually be extremely useful around your home, ...
The Independent

Silica bags: How to save a water-damaged phone and 9 other uses for silica bags

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...