Do you want to reduce your electricity expenses at home? Surprisingly, even an ordinary cork stopper will help you with this. Saving home energy with this method is easy and effective.
At a time when energy prices are constantly increasing, many of us are looking for every way to reduce the cost of energy expenses. One of the simple solutions is the use of cork stoppers. At first glance, these small and seemingly insignificant items can make a significant contribution to household savings. How does this trick work and how exactly do you use the plugs for this purpose?
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Cork is a unique material
What exactly is a cork? It is actually part of the bark of a tree called cork oak. It is grown mostly in the regions of southern Europe and North America. The properties of cork for closing bottles were already popularly used by the ancient Romans. Over time, entire plantations were created to grow the tree for this purpose, which continues to this day.
Do not throw away corks
Corks accumulate in almost every home and are often used as interesting decorations. But they also have other and more meaningful uses, which was even confirmed by scientists from Harvard. They have come up with a great way that this piece of cork can save money. At a time when electricity prices continue to rise, every saving is useful. Just put the cork in the fridge.
How it works
The principle is actually simple. Thanks to its properties and structure, cork can absorb moisture from the environment in the refrigerator, thereby reducing condensation. Therefore, the compressor in the appliance does not have to be turned on as often in order to maintain the optimum temperature in it.
The refrigerator then does not work with such intensity and the result is a reduced amount of electricity consumed. If you put more plugs in the fridge, it is even better and the consumption of the fridge can drop significantly.
Another bonus
During the research, scientists from Harvard University also discovered another advantage of placing a cork in the refrigerator. When you place the plugs along the shelves of the appliance, there will be a better and more even flow of cooler air. So, if you want to take advantage of this advantage and also increase the effectiveness of cork for energy savings, cut the cork into slices and place them not only on the shelves, but also in the drawers in the refrigerator.
Cork as an odor absorber
And to the third of all good things? Cork stoppers have another advantage! They are an excellent means of absorbing unpleasant odors. Some foods, such as cheeses and cold meats, leave behind a strong aroma in the refrigerator.
Although these smells are often pleasant, they can be distracting when combined with other foods. So, if you often struggle with unpleasant odors in the refrigerator, the distributed cork in the refrigerator will also do this useful service for you. This is a simple and inexpensive way to keep food fresh.
A few final tips
Replace corks regularly to maintain their absorbent properties. If you put them in the vegetable drawer, they won’t dry out so quickly. In addition, cork is a completely ecological material that will appreciate not only the food in the fridge, but also your wallet and the environment.
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