7 Interesting Household Uses for Butter

Butter has been used for all kinds of household needs for generations. The oil and fat that gives it that wonderful flavor also makes it a great lubricant and moisturizer. I remember watching my grandparents grab a pat of butter to help lessen the severity of a bruise or to moisten dry hands. I thought that was pretty strange when I was a child. Ive even heard of people using it to sooth a cat just after moving to a new home. Apparently a little butter on a cats claws will keep him occupied on licking the butter off versus being wary of his new surroundings.

Here are 7 other interesting household uses for butter. Click on the slideshow below and let us know if youve tried any of these tips or if you have any other interesting butter tips of your own.

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  Detangling Jewelry

  When that dainty gold necklace gets knots in it, don't fret. Simply apply a little bit of butter to the knot and use a pin or needle to untangle the gold. Then wash with a little soapy water and voila!
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  Removing Tree Sap

  We live in a pine forest and sap in clothing or on windshields is a common occurrence. Apply a little bit of butter and then wash affected area to remove the sap. This works really well on a car windshield.
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  Removing Gum in Hair

  A little bit of butter will remove even the toughest gum entangled locks. And the butter is great as a conditioner too!
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  Slicing Sticky Foods

  A common chef's trick is to lightly coat a knife with butter before slicing into gooey or sticky desserts. This works well with cake too. The cake will slice without getting crumbs all over the knife.
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  Cheese Preservative

  Add a light coating of butter to cheese and it will last longer in the fridge. Try this with soft and expensive cheeses so they don't go to waste.
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  Removing Ink Stains

  So apparently Barbie needed a mustache.... or your 4 year old decided to write you a love note on a white binder you use for work. To remove stains, add a little bit of butter and let sit in the sun. Wipe and clean with a little soap and water.
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  Quieting Squeaky Doors

  My grandmother always put a little bit of butter on a noisy door hinge. I think she would have done this even if a can of lubricant was sitting next to her!
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