7 useful uses of Coca Cola you may not know

1. Clean the toilet

Let the cola soak for a few hours for added cleaning power.

According to CNET, carbonated drinks can actually remove tough stains inside a toilet. You can pour cola directly onto the stains or put the beverage in a spray bottle and spray it on the areas that need cleaning.

Let the cola soak for a few hours for added cleaning power. Before flushing, use a toilet brush to scrub away the stains.

Note, Coca Cola only cleans stains, to disinfect you will need to use some kind of detergent.

2. Remove grease stains from clothes

You may have heard of other solutions for removing grease stains from clothes, such as spraying the stain with WD-40. In addition to the above, Coke also has the ability to clean grease stains thanks to its phosphoric acid component.

All you need to do is open a can of cola and pour it in with your laundry, along with your regular dose of laundry detergent and run the washing machine as normal.

To fight even more stubborn stains, apply directly to the stain and let sit for about 30 minutes before washing.

3. Remove rust from metal objects

If you are using cola with chrome, don't leave it too long as it will corrode.

Similar to stains on clothes, cola also works on rust on metal tools such as screws, bolts, etc.

For large surfaces, you can use a spray bottle. Using aluminum foil or a scouring pad, scrub the affected area, then rinse with water. If you are using cola with chrome, do not leave it on for too long as it will corrode.

For rusty hardware or tools, place them in a cup of cola overnight. In the morning, you can use a rag to wipe away the stains. When finished, rinse with warm water and wipe away any remaining rust with a soft cloth.

4. Remove fat from pots and pans

You can use cola to remove grease when using frying and baking utensils such as pots and pans.

Pour 1 can of cola into a pot or pan and heat on low for 30 minutes to 1 hour, then turn off the heat. Use a scrubbing brush to scrub away any grease. This method can also be used to remove food that has stuck to the pan during cooking (such as rice, pasta, or eggs).

5. Remove corrosion on car batteries

Excessive corrosion buildup on the car battery electrodes can cause problems when trying to start the vehicle.

However, Coca-Cola is quite effective in removing corrosion from electrodes. Simply open a can of cola and carefully pour it over the electrodes. After letting it sit for a few minutes, use a toothbrush to scrub away the corrosion. Be sure to rinse the electrodes with warm water to remove any remaining Coke.

6. Restore shine to coins and jewelry

Drop the coins in a cup of Coke and leave it overnight, then rinse the coins with warm water the next morning.

Coins and jewelry can become unsightly tarnished over time and Coke can be the solution in this case.

Drop the coins in a glass of Coke and leave overnight. In the morning, pour the Coke down the drain, rinse the coins in warm water, and dry them. For jewelry, just dip it in Coke and wipe it clean immediately afterward.

7. Remove stains from windshield

Pour some Coke on the windshield of your car, wait about 1 minute and wipe it off with a cloth. You will now see the stains have been removed easily.

Of course, it is not advisable to let car parts come into contact with Coca Cola for a long time as it can damage the paint.