A classic clickbait headline! But behind this viral slogan are actually some surprisingly useful life hacks for old household sponges before they finally end up in the trash.
Here are the best ways to repurpose old sponges:
- Water reservoir for houseplants
Place an old, thoroughly washed sponge at the bottom of a flowerpot before adding soil.
Benefit: It absorbs excess water, retains moisture, and protects the plant from waterlogging and drying out.
- Homemade ice pack
Soak the sponge in water, place it in a resealable freezer bag (Ziploc), and put it in the freezer.
Benefit: Unlike loose ice cubes, it melts dry because the sponge immediately reabsorbs the meltwater.
- Sustainable Soap Dish
Place a piece of sponge in the soap dish under your bar of hand soap.
Benefit: The soap won’t get soggy in the water, dries faster, and lasts significantly longer.
