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Silica gel is full of tiny pores, which take in moisture and absorb up to 40 per cent of its own weight. As a side effect, it also deprives the bacteria of the moisture they need to create mould.

Silica gel packets from new bags and shoes are surprisingly useful around the house. Here are 7 clever ways to re-use them - and why you should never throw them out ...

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,… ...

Silica gel packs can help you do that by placing a pack in your laptop bag, backpack, or wherever else you store your electronic devices to help control the humidity level and keep them dry.

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Ever since he invented silica gel during the War, Dr. W. A. Patrick, Professor of Chemistry at Johns Hopkins University, has been prophesying the universal use of his product in steelmaking, ...

One of the simplest storage solutions is placing your glue upright in an airtight container, like a plastic bag, between uses. If you have a bottle that is over 4 ounces, Gorilla Glue also suggests ...