Coca-Cola: 8 Home Uses You’ll Like To Know

Coca-Cola is the most consumed fizzy drink in the world, and despite warnings about its health effects, it remains a favorite of millions. Do you know the domestic uses of Coca-Cola? In this article, we tell you all about it!

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Despite medical recommendations that have echoed in recent years, millions of people continue to drink Coca-Cola daily. The biggest problem with this drink is that it  contains high levels of sugar and added substances that intervene in metabolic health.

As a result, the tendency to suffer from obesity, diabetes and other dangerous disorders that affect the quality of life increases.

However, looking at its negative impact on the body on the one hand, it’s good to know that  it can be used for other purposes to facilitate some of the tasks around the house.

Although its consumption is not advisable, many of its compounds can help with various household tasks.

Domestic Uses of Coca-Cola

1. Clean oxides

The phosphoric acid present in Coca-Cola makes this product  a great solution for cleaning the oxide that forms on nuts, screws and batteries.

In fact, this substance is present in many of the commercial oxide scavenger formulas.

However, in this case you must consider that this drink contains a lot of sugar and therefore is likely to leave a sticky residue after cleaning.

How to use?

• Soak the oxidized elements in a container of Coca-Cola and let them soak overnight.

• The next morning, remove excess with a damp cloth and polish.

2. Remove stains

Although Coca-Cola is not a 100% eco-friendly product, it is much gentler than stain removers available on the market.

Its combination with regular use soap can help  remove stains, even when they are very adhered to the fabric.

How to use?

• Put some Coca-Cola in one of the washing machine compartments and start the normal cycle.
• Carbonic and phosphoric acids will act on the stain and, in addition,  will make the fabric softer.

3. Clean windows

Coca-Cola contains small doses of citric acid,  which can be useful for cleaning glass surfaces and mirrors.

How to use?

• Moisten a clean cloth with some Coke and rub it on the glass area you want to clean.

4. Remove from fat

Grease residues that accumulate on the kitchen surface are often difficult to remove with regular detergent. However, if we combine it with a little Coca-Cola,  we can get a multipurpose product to make this task easier.

How to use?

• Combine some of this soda with detergent or liquid soap and rub it on the areas you want to clean.
• Let it act for 5 minutes and then remove the excess with a damp sponge.

5. Remove gum from hair

Having gum stuck to your hair is one of our worst nightmares. However, before resorting to cutting a lock of hair, you can try an interesting trick with Coca-Cola.

How to use?

• Rub some of the drink into the hair area with the gum, let it sit for several minutes, and then slide the gum to remove it.

6. Degrease pots and pans

Grease and food residues that adhere to the surfaces of pans and pans often give an aged and dirty appearance.

To give shine and get rid of that sticky feeling, take a little of this drink and use it during your cleaning.

How to use?

• Before washing the utensils, rub them with a little Coke and put them to heat.
• Then rinse with your regular detergent and scrub them with a sponge until the dirt disappears.

7. Pesticide for the garden

Among other domestic uses of Coca-Cola, we found it to be a good  alternative to aggressive pesticides that keep crops free from insects and pests.

Although it is not 100% natural, it is not as harmful as other chemicals and, in addition, it is more economical.

How to use?

• Spray some Coca-Cola over areas of the garden that are often affected by insects.
• You can also put the drink on small plates and locate it at strategic points in the garden.

8. Clean toilets

The lime stains that form on the vase can be removed more easily if we pour some of this drink.

Its acids help to effectively remove substances that cause a grimy appearance, giving a whiter and more hygienic appearance.

How to use?

• Rub the liquid over the lime stains and let it sit for at least an hour.
• After this time, scrub with a brush and rinse as usual.

Although consuming this drink can be harmful to your health, having it at home can be helpful for some of your household chores.

Use it when you think it’s necessary and see for yourself its effects.