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How to open a newspaper and make your way in the world of media. Ways to use unwanted newspapers Adding to compost

A conscientious summer resident never wastes anything. Anything that can bring at least some benefit is used. This also applies to old paper and packaging cardboard from various purchases.

Mulching beds

The simplest and most understandable thing is to use newspapers as mulch:

Before laying them on the beds, they must be soaked in a bucket of water (each separately). You need to lay it out in 5 layers.
After the ridges are completely covered, newspapers are sprinkled on top with a small amount of earth, which will subsequently hold them in place.
Using a knife or other available tool, make small holes in the right places and plant seeds or ready-made seedlings of tomatoes, sweet peppers, eggplants, cucumbers, onions, etc. in them.

A layer of newspapers will help retain moisture in the soil for a long time after watering and rain, prevent the formation of weeds, and protect plant roots from the scorching sun.

By autumn, the newspapers will completely decompose, so this method not suitable for planting perennial crops. In this case, it is better to use cardboard - it can survive several seasons.

Printing ink in modern black and white newspapers does not contain lead, which was actively used until the mid-80s of the 20th century. Instead of linotype, computer technology is used. All components are non-toxic.

Garden paths

To prevent dirt from sticking to your shoes, cover the aisles with several layers of old newspapers or cardboard. In addition, such litter will help retain more moisture in the ground and inhibit the development of weeds (a very effective remedy against overgrown woodlice).

Filler for warm beds

When forming warm beds, newspapers, cardboard and old paper can be placed in the bottom layers, along with branches, straw and other rough materials to create an insulating air gap between the soil and the topsoil.

Such ridges will last for several years while the process of decomposition of organic matter continues. The heat coming from within will extend the growing season of cultivated plants (they can be planted 2-3 weeks earlier and dug up a few weeks later).

DIY cups for seedlings

Why spend money on buying cups for seedlings when you can quickly make them yourself from available free materials?

Take a small piece of construction aluminum profile up to 20 cm long of the required width (will affect the diameter of the cups). Wrap a newspaper folded in half around it. At the bottom, alternately bend the corners to fit the profile.

Instead of an aluminum profile, you can use a plastic bottle with a part cut off on one side or a table glass as a stencil. The diameter of the seedling cup will directly depend on the size of the source.

Do not rush to remove the profile; first fill the glass with the prepared substrate. Now you can carefully pull out the aluminum base.

As a result, you will get the required number of rectangular cups with soil, which you will only need to place in a large common seedling box.

If you have a lot of plantings, and even more so when growing seedlings for sale, this method is simply irreplaceable and will save a lot of money.

Large newspaper glasses can be used to create individual tube flower beds on the site, which look very original.

Lighting up the grill

I make sure to set aside any remaining paper. This even applies to small pieces such as sock labels, cardboard tubes at the base and outer packaging of toilet paper, light bulb packaging, etc.

All these small pieces of paper that are not used to fill warm beds can be saved as paper for lighting a barbecue.

Conclusion

You see how many useful things can be done at the dacha with ordinary paper waste of any size and shape. At the same time, you do not invest a single extra penny from the family budget!

If you know other practical ways to use paper in the garden, share them in the comments to this post.

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Surely, each of us has several read newspapers lying around at home, which are most often thrown away during cleaning. But we do not advise you to do this, because a newspaper can be very useful in everyday life.

What they did with them 30 years ago is still relevant today. Read the article and make sure of this. We also offer you some fresh ideas for using old presses.

How to use newspaper

Book covers
Once upon a time, schoolchildren wrapped books in newspapers instead of covers to prolong their life. Now it is coming back into fashion. Looks original, don't you agree?
Shoe dryer
Nowadays, many people use electric dryers for wet shoes. But when this miracle of technology is not at hand, you can crumple up old newspapers and put them in your shoes. They absorb moisture perfectly.

Containers for seedlings
Containers for seedlings made from newspapers are what a real gardener needs.

Tank freshener
To eliminate odor from any container (jug or bottle), you just need to put newspaper inside, close the lid and leave it overnight.

Bag filler
If you don't want your bag to lose its shape, fill it tightly with newspaper.

Storing vegetables
To make fruits ripen faster, wrap each one in newspaper. The process is labor-intensive, but effective.

Window cleaner
To make your windows cleaner after cleaning, wipe them dry with newspaper.

Wrapping
Only for the creative: make a beautiful gift wrapper from a newspaper or magazine. True, you will need more stones, ribbons and bows.

Decorating a photo frame
You can use newspaper to make a decoration for an ordinary photographic frame. Cut newspaper into strips, fold them into rose shapes, paint them any color and attach them to a frame.

Creating a flower bed
To create a luxurious flower bed, cut the grass in the fall, lay newspapers on it in four or five layers, and top it with a 10-centimeter layer of fallen leaves and fields of water. In the spring it will be possible to cultivate the flowerbed.

Packaging paper
To prevent fragile things from breaking, for example, when moving, pack them in newspapers.

Everything can be used. Probably thousands of unnecessary things and objects. So, this article will focus on unwanted old newspapers.

Newspapers can be used as fuel. To light a fire, for example. Or prepare homemade firewood for the winter. To do this, newspapers are folded in a stack, evenly, and then tightly wrapped with rope and moistened with soapy water. Then such a briquette is dried and it is ready for use.

Newspapers can be used as mulch (this is a surface covering of the soil that helps maintain plant health and fight weeds). To do this, wet newspapers, in several layers, need to be placed on the ground, and wood mulch should be poured on top. Newspaper retains moisture perfectly. In hot weather, such a coating will protect plants from death - it prevents the top layer of soil from overheating and maintains the optimal temperature for plant growth (root system).

Finely shredded newspaper can be added to your compost pile. It will help absorb unpleasant odors.

Newspaper can be used to ripen tomatoes. To do this, unripe tomatoes need to be wrapped in newspaper and placed in a dark place. For example, in the pantry. It is advisable to store tomatoes at room temperature and check them as they ripen.

Since newspaper is very hygroscopic, it can be used to absorb moisture when storing fruits and vegetables. It can be placed in a wooden box for storing the latter, as well as in a storage box in the refrigerator.

Again, the ability of newspapers to absorb moisture is used when drying wet shoes. If your shoes get wet, just stuff them with newspaper. The shoes will dry faster and retain their shape.

You can also place several layers of newspaper under wet shoes in rainy or slushy weather. This will eliminate the need to constantly wash the floors. For example, at the dacha or when guests arrived in large numbers.

If it suddenly gets colder and there are no warm shoes, then you can wrap your feet in the same newspapers. The newspaper will keep you warm and prevent your feet from getting cold.

Everyone knows that moths are afraid of newspapers. You can stuff newspapers into the pockets and sleeves of winter clothes. Of course, this does not guarantee 100% protection against moths, but people still believe that newspapers are very effective for prevention. You can also wrap fur hats and woolen items in newspapers.

Many motorists know that newspaper is a good anti-slip agent. The friction that occurs provides sufficient adhesion between the wheel and the newspaper, helping to push the car out of the rut.

Pet owners have found use for newspapers. The newspaper is finely torn for cat litter; placed in cages for birds and rodents. With the help of newspapers, they make it easier to clean up after small puppies that have not yet learned to endure a walk. Puppies get used to it and make their own puddles in a certain place, which is very convenient and easy.

Previously, newspapers were widely used to line the trash can. Now more reliable means have appeared, but for dry waste, newspaper is quite suitable and will even protect the bucket.

The well-known property of newspaper not to leave streaks, used for washing windows, allows them to be actively used.

You can easily collect trash using newspaper. Just put it on the floor and sweep up the debris with a broom. For example, broken glass.

Newspapers are constantly used during repairs, when moving, and during any dirty work.

Previously (and even now) newspapers were glued under the wallpaper for better adhesion. In many old houses, when you tear off the wallpaper, you can still get acquainted with the news from different years of the USSR.

Cold frames are insulated with newspapers. This method will be used and used for a long time to protect the room from wind and cold.

You can use newspapers to insulate external taps in your dacha. The tap needs to be wrapped in several layers of newspaper, put on a plastic bag and wrapped with wire.

You can use newspaper to seal any unwanted holes. Whether it's a country house or an apartment. For example, you can use newspapers soaked in putty to fill a hole in the wall, and then fill it clean.

And there are many useful ways to use unwanted old newspapers in everyday life.

But you can also make crafts and interesting things from newspapers.

For example, the English artist Jennifer Collier from the English city of Stafford decided to create her unusual works from waste paper after visiting thrift stores and charity sales. She makes rare items from waste paper. Its goal is to draw attention to the problem of what was once valuable and then fell into disuse. For example, she made an antique sewing machine, an unusual camera and other interesting things.

In general, there is one way for everyone to show their artistic skills and design talent. You can make an unusual and beautiful hot stand from unnecessary newspapers. This stand can also be used as a cup holder.

To do this, bright newspapers need to be cut into long strips 4-6 cm wide, folded in three so that the final width of the glued strip is approximately 1.5 cm, glued along the entire length, folded, and the resulting glued strip is rolled in a spiral and the tip is secured with glue. . These spirals can be of any shape (round or square), as long as they are the same. Then these spirals are dried and then fastened together with wire. The attachment points (nodes) should be on one side of the stand - for example, on the part that will lie on the table. This way all the elements of the stand are connected. And she's ready.

Newspapers can be used as gift wrapping. It's unusual and stylish

If the newspaper is colorful, with an appropriate theme. When making a gift for a football player, you can wrap the surprise in a newspaper with pictures of footballs on it.

There are many uses for old newspapers in everyday life.

As practice shows, giving a second life to used things is an interesting and rewarding activity from the point of view of economy. There will always be ways. All you need is a little imagination and faith in the success of the intended enterprise. A striking example of this is old newspapers. Of course, they can be put away in huge piles with the thought that it will be nice to re-read it all again someday. Such an idea is not without rational grain. But only if such a phenomenon as the Internet fades into oblivion. Today, it is easy to find a newspaper of interest for any year, month and day on the Internet.

A newspaper does not live long - until it is read or leaves its virtual copy on the World Wide Web. Of course, there is always the option to scrap the “used” press and get some money. But what can you buy today with these pitiful pennies - perhaps one more newspaper?

However, having lost their informational and factual value, newspapers do not lose their practical potential. As they say, everything is useful on the farm. Therefore, even a stack of yellowed, unnecessary newspapers will always find a worthy use, opening up endless prospects for savings.

"Dryer" for shoes

Litter

There are a lot of ways to use unnecessary newspapers. Old newspapers placed at the bottom of the cage with pets will greatly simplify the cleaning process and create additional comfort for your hamsters, parrots, and rabbits.

In the fall, winter, and spring, it is very useful to have a small supply of old newspapers somewhere in the hallway, so that when you come home, you have somewhere to put your shoes with remnants of snow or street dirt.

Old, unnecessary newspapers spread on the floor will always help avoid tedious cleaning after renovation, especially when it comes to painting work.

Even in the kitchen, it is very convenient to peel vegetables on an old newspaper that has been previously spread, so that at the end of the process you can roll everything up and thus get rid of unnecessary garbage without unnecessary hassle.

Just burn it

No, of course, not just like that, but with benefit. Old unnecessary newspapers - The best way kindling the stove. To avoid the hassle of setting wood chips and brushwood on fire for a long time, they should be lined with crumpled sheets of newspaper. This design lights up instantly with one match. Next, firewood is gradually added, and within a few minutes a full-fledged flame burns in the oven.

On a hiking trip, fishing, or overnight stay, old newspapers are a universal and irreplaceable assistant. Light a fire, organize an impromptu table, use it for a seat - old newspapers, so necessary in certain circumstances, will find themselves everywhere.

Old unnecessary newspapers can simply be burned for further use of the ashes. But in this case we are talking only about newsprint. There can be no talk of any “gloss” or expensive high-quality printing. The ash formed after their combustion contains a mass harmful substances. By the way, it is better to use ashes from ordinary newspapers to fertilize flowers and other plants, the fruits of which will subsequently not be used for food.

Thermal insulation

Newsprint has a full range of properties that are quite sufficient to use it as thermal insulation. The methods here are very different. It can be used to insulate old frames left in Soviet-built high-rise buildings. Insulate the same frames that have moved to the dacha. Fill any holes and cracks with old newspapers.

Unnecessary newspapers can be used to protect external taps at the dacha from moisture and cold in winter. There is nothing complicated here. The taps are wrapped in several layers of paper, covered with a plastic bag over it and tied with wire or rope.

Glass and mirrors

How to rub cloudy mirrors to perfect transparency and absolute shine? Only with a newspaper. The ability of paper not to leave streaks after finishing mirrors and windows has been known for many decades. Although this technology belongs to the category of “old-fashioned”, it is rather conditional, since it has not lost its relevance. Many housewives use unnecessary old newspapers to this day. The secret of success here lies in the printing ink containing lead. It is what gives window glass and mirrors a special shine and shine.

Moth and dust

If moths are an infrequent guest in the wardrobe, then dust is a complete master, despite all efforts to get rid of it. But let's get back to the moth. She does not like newspapers, either old or new - this is what experienced housewives think. The fact has not been scientifically proven, probably due to the fact that not a single applicant has yet decided to write a scientific dissertation on this topic.

Nevertheless, popular rumor says that old newspapers still repel moths. Therefore, you can use unnecessary old newspapers to store fur and woolen items. They are also dusty. In addition, the paper “breathes”. This is one way to maintain natural air circulation - vital for natural fabrics and fur products.

Help for the gardener

Probably, few people remember the first imported apples that came to us from “overseas countries”. Each fruit was wrapped in paper. This still happens now, but rather as an exception for expensive elite apples. This careful attitude is explained not only by the desire to protect the apples from damage. Paper creates ideal storage conditions for fruits, regulating humidity and temperature. Using unnecessary newspapers in this case is a universal solution. An apple wrapped in newspaper will be stored much longer, and a browning tomato in such “clothes” will ripen very quickly.

Note to car enthusiasts

Stuck for a long time! This terrifying thought is probably familiar to every car enthusiast. And what if he’s alone in the car, somewhere in the forest! Any means are used, they are used different ways– from rubber mats to branches and logs.

However, few people know that having a dozen old unnecessary newspapers in the trunk, getting out of a broken rut or a sand trap is not a problem at all. The surface of the newspaper prevents the wheel from spinning in sand or soil, and its density is quite enough not to be pressed or torn. The main thing is to do everything carefully and not to rush.

1. Packing when moving
Newspaper is a universal travel packaging that is suitable for both food and things. Also, if you are moving, you can wrap it around dishes, various souvenirs, Christmas tree decorations and other fragile items.

2. Cage bedding
A few layers of newspaper at the bottom of your budgie, hamster or rabbit's cage will make cleanup much easier. Newspapers also make excellent cat litter.

3. Cleaning glass and windows
Apply cleaner to the glass, wipe it with newspaper and you will get a shiny effect.

4. Drying shoes
Are your shoes wet? Stuff it with newspaper overnight and it will absorb moisture. The paper will also absorb unpleasant odors.

5. Mat for wet shoes
If you're expecting a lot of guests on a rainy evening, lay out newspaper in the hallway so they can place their shoes on it. Of course, this won't completely eliminate the need to clean the floors when everyone leaves, but it will make the task much easier.

6. Rubbish bin liner
A newspaper at the bottom of the trash can will help absorb unpleasant odors and keep it from getting too dirty.

7. Deodorization of containers
Can't get the garlic smell out of a plastic container? Place newspaper in it and close it for a while. You can use this same technique for a chest or suitcase, but you'll just have to use more newspaper and keep the containers closed for longer.

8. Keeping Fruit Fresh
Place newspaper at the bottom of the fruit drawer in the refrigerator; it will remove excess moisture and odors from the fruit and help them stay fresh longer.

9. Fruit ripening
Place unripe fruits on newspaper and leave them to ripen at room temperature. Check them daily. This method works well with tomatoes, for example.

10. Gift wrapping
A gift wrapped in newspaper is unusual and creative. You can do this by emphasizing the personality of the gift recipient. If you're giving a gift to an athlete, wrap it in a newspaper with sports news, if you're giving a gift to a child, wrap it in comics, and if you're giving it to a dress-obsessed friend, wrap it in the fashion section.

11. Storing winter clothes
Wrap woolen items in newspaper, putting them away in a back closet for the summer. This will keep them from moths and dust.

12. Ironing board on the go
You may need an ironing board at any moment. But what if, for example, you go on a business trip? You won't drag her with you. In this case, wrap a thin stack of newspapers in a pillowcase and place this structure on the table and iron the items.

13. Protection during painting
Whatever you paint - a table, a wall or a vase - lay newspapers around it, this will help to avoid many troubles. If you decide to paint a window, wet newspapers, stick them on the glass and let dry. Once you do this, you can paint the frame without worrying about paint getting on the glass.

14. Anti-slip agent
If you have a car, keep a stack of newspapers in the trunk. They can help you a lot if you put them under your wheels when you get into a rut.

15. Garden landscaping
If you want to plant a flowerbed at your dacha, in the fall, choose a place, put newspaper there and cover it with dry leaves and shredded bark. In spring, the fertilized soil will be ready for planting.