Drivers urged to keep one vegetable in car to stop windows from getting misty
Tired of waiting for your car windows to de-mist in the morning? Keeping a potato in your car could be the answer to your prayers. Yes, you read that sentence correctly! That's because the common vegetable can be used to banish condensation fast. When you cut a potato in half and rub the exposed inner surface onto glass, its natural starch leaves a thin, invisible layer on the surface. This starch layer helps repel moisture, preventing condensation from forming on the glass and creating fog. When the technique was posted on TikTok, people raved about it. One responder wrote: "So helpful. Great car hack." Another shared their approval, saying: "Really useful hack" while a third impressed user declared it a "genius car hack." 1. Take a raw potato and slice it in half. 2. Rub the cut side of the potato onto the surface of the glass (like a window or a mirror) in a smooth, even layer. 3. Let it dry for a few seconds or wipe it lightly with a soft cloth to remove any residue or streaks. 4. The surface will now be less likely to collect condensation because the starch creates a barrier that reduces moisture buildup. The Windscreen Company Group, a UK-based auto glass repair specialist, revealed on their site how the starch from potatoes can be applied to create a moisture-repellent layer on the windshield. Sharing their insights, they said: "In fact, potato juice is a common waste product in the vodka distillation process and has been known to be used on snowy, mountain roads in the US state of Tennessee to keep them clear. "Therefore, using a potato on your windscreen the night before cold weather can make a real difference. It can also help stop rainwater from sticking to the windscreen, too." Nevertheless, the company did offer a word of caution about this hack, noting: "While this method is known to be effective, this may not always be the case." While using a potato may help with minor condensation or fogging (e.g., on mirrors after a shower), it's not a solution for heavy and ongoing condensation caused by larger issues like high humidity or poor ventilation. For bigger or recurring condensation problems, consider addressing the root causes, such as improving ventilation, using a dehumidifier, or insulating windows.
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