No need to carry a stock of soap in bottles, this woman shares practical tricks for washing kitchen furniture while traveling

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Brilio.net – When going on a picnic and choosing to bring your own kitchen furniture, one challenge that often arises is washing it. Liquid dishwashing soap has to be transferred to a small bottle so it doesn’t spill, not to mention carrying a sponge which often gets wet and makes the bag cumbersome. Trivial things like this can actually reduce comfort when enjoying time outside the home.

At a picnic location, the conditions for washing kitchen utensils are certainly not as comfortable as at home. Limited water, minimal washing areas, and too much equipment make the cleaning process feel like a hassle. Finally, some choose to postpone washing or bring home dirty furniture.

Even though now there is a concept of paper soap that is practical and can be made at home. It is thin, light, and easy to carry anywhere without fear of leaking or taking up space. With paper soap, the process of washing kitchen furniture while outside the home becomes much simpler and more efficient.

So, to make paper soap, you can use simple ingredients you have at home. Check out the tutorial provided BrilioFood summarized from Instagram @yayukanjarwati83 on Tuesday (23/12).

Practical tricks for washing kitchen furniture while traveling.

1. Prepare white paper and dish soap.

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Use plain white paper that is quite absorbent, such as regular HVS paper so that the soap can stick well. Pour enough dish soap on the surface of the paper, it doesn’t need to be too thick so it dries easily. This stage is the basis for making paper soap that is practical to carry everywhere.

2. Spread out the soap and dry.

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Spread the soap all over the paper using a spoon, spatula, or finger until the layer is thin and even. After that, dry the paper in a place exposed to wind or sunlight until it is completely dry and not sticky. This drying process is important so that the soap does not stick to each other when stored.

3. Cut the soap paper into small sizes.

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When the paper is dry, cut it into several small pieces according to your needs for one use. The small size is more practical and less wasteful because it can be adjusted to the number of pieces of furniture being washed. These pieces are also easier to fit into small containers.

4. Store in a closed container.

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Place the pieces of paper soap in a small, dry, tightly closed container. This container can be a small plastic box or candy holder so it can be easily slipped into a bag. With good storage, paper soap remains durable and does not become damp.

5. Use it when washing kitchen furniture.

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When you want to wash, take a sheet of paper soap and put it in a dirty bottle, glass or kitchen utensil. Add a little water so the soap starts to dissolve and produce foam. This method is suitable for use when water is limited at the travel location.

6. Rub manually with your hands until clean.

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After the soap has dissolved, scrub the kitchen furniture manually using your hands or the inside of the furniture itself. Even without a sponge, the foam from paper soap is still enough to clean remaining oil and light dirt. With this trick, kitchen furniture stays clean without having to carry troublesome liquid soap and sponges.

FAQ Regarding how to save money on using dishwashing soap.

Dish washing soap often runs out without realizing it because its use seems trivial. In fact, with the right method, soap can be used more economically without reducing washing results.

1. Does dishwashing soap need to be diluted to be more economical?

Diluting dishwashing soap can help control the amount used so that it is not excessive. A more liquid soap solution is still effective for cleaning light to moderate grease. The key is in the right ratio of water and soap so that the foam doesn’t disappear quickly.

2. Why is pouring soap directly onto the furniture wasteful?

Pouring soap directly onto a plate or pan often results in unmeasured usage. Soap also tends to stick to one spot and is difficult to spread. As a result, the amount of soap used is more than what is actually needed.

3. Does water temperature affect the effectiveness of dish soap?

Warm water helps dissolve fat more quickly so the need for soap can be reduced. With fat that dissolves easily, soap doesn’t need to be used repeatedly. This method is quite effective for very oily furniture.

4. Why does it save soap to wash furniture from the cleanest?

The order of washing affects how soap works in water. If you start with the cleanest furniture, soapy water doesn’t get dirty as quickly and remains effective longer. This reduces the frequency of adding new soap.

5. Does rinsing off food residue before washing save soap?

Food residue that is still stuck makes the soap work harder. By rinsing or scraping off the dirt first, the soap focuses more on dissolving the oil. As a result, the amount of soap needed is less and the washing process is faster.

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