12. Use old socks to protect your windshield wipers
What the freak are we looking at?! You must think. Protecting your windshield wipers with socks? Yep. Seriously. We are not kidding. A cold-weather problem we know all about is waking up in the morning to find out that your windshield wipers have become stiff and brittle due to freezing temperatures. When wipers are exposed to freezing temperatures they will be less effective at clearing snow and ice from your windshield. An easy way to protect your wimpers is by using old socks. This can also help your wipers from scratching your window glass. Here’s how to use old socks to protect your windshield wipers in winter:
- Start by gathering your materials. You’ll need a pair of old socks and some rubber bands or bungee cords.
- Begin by slipping the socks over the wipers. The socks should fit snugly over the wipers, with enough room for the rubber bands or bungee cords.
- Once the socks are in place, use the rubber bands or bungee cords to secure them in place. This will help to keep the socks from sliding off the wipers.
- When you’re ready to use your wipers, simply remove the socks and rubber bands or bungee cords.
So next time your grandma gives you woolen socks again, be thankful because they might come in really handy.