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Unexpected Uses for Chalk

By: Melissa Coleman Last Updated: Sep 4, 2017 This post may contain affiliate links.

 

One thing my daughter loves to play with during the summer is chalk. I probably couldn't tell you how much we go through. One thing is for sure is we always have some on hand and of course I always want to know other great tricks to use of things I have on hand.

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If you ask my daughter she would tell you the best use of chalk is playing with it. I couldn't agree more but here are some more adult friendly and useful tricks for chalk.

  •  Stain Lifter: Mark stains with chalk, the chalk dust helps remove the oils and makes removing stains easier.
  • Prevent Tarnishing: Wrap chalk in cheesecloth and store with your silverware. The chalk will absorb the moisture and help prevent tarnishing.
  • Keep Ants Out: Ants don't like calcium carbonate, which can be found in most chalk. Draw around ant entry points to keep them out.
  • Steady your hands: Rub chalk on your hands when you need to prevent them from slipping.
  • Hide Cracks or Small Holes: Hide cracks or small holes in the wall (using matching chalk color) until you are ready to paint.

Do you know of any other alternative uses for chalk?

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  1. Alyssa says

    June 06, 2012 at 7:31 pm

    I had no idea that chalk was a stain lifter or that it can keep out ants. Thanks for the great tips and thanks for sharing at Showcase Your Talent Thursday. I hope to see you at the next party!

    Reply
  2. Kristin says

    May 31, 2012 at 1:59 pm

    Had no idea about the ants! I'm tryign that as soon as I get home tonight =)

    Visiting from Someday Crafts

    Reply
  3. CharlieDBeauty says

    May 29, 2012 at 11:26 pm

    Fab chalk ideas x:-)

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    • Melissa says

      May 30, 2012 at 3:49 pm

      Thanks 🙂

      xoxo,
      Melissa

      Reply
  4. Cornerstone Confessions says

    May 29, 2012 at 8:25 pm

    Who knew?! Okay, the ant thing, I am seriously going to try today and the rest of those tips are just fascinating. I'd love to have you link this up to Titus 2 Tuesday on Cornerstone Confessions.

    Hopping over from A Bowl Full of Lemons.

    Kathy

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    • Melissa says

      May 30, 2012 at 3:49 pm

      Thanks for stopping by! 🙂

      xoxo,
      Melissa

      Reply
  5. Canadian Beauty says

    May 29, 2012 at 7:54 pm

    what a handy list! I had no idea chalk was so versatile!! I found you on the blog hop and now I am following. check out my blog too if you'd like!

    I am hosting a 150 follower BENEFIT COSMETICS giveaway, check it out!

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      May 30, 2012 at 3:48 pm

      Thanks for following. I will definitely check out your blog. 🙂

      xoxo,
      Melissa

      Reply
  6. Ashley K says

    May 29, 2012 at 5:22 pm

    These are great uses the ant one especially. If you have colored chalk you can use it for hair chalking too! Works just as well as the store bought ones just wet, dry, and seal with a bit of hairspray or a flat iron and you'll have cute hair color all day. Just don't get it wet until your ready to wash it out 😉

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    • Melissa says

      May 30, 2012 at 3:48 pm

      I've heard about the hair chalking but never tried it. I heard it transfers easily to clothes so thats part of the reason I haven't given it a try.

      xoxo,
      Melissa

      Reply

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