Uses for clear polish, other than mani-pedis

Clear nail polish is a handy thing to keep in your toolbox right beside your screwdriver and hammer! Here are some alternative uses for it:

Keep an eyeglass screw in place Tighten the screws on your specs and secure them with a drop of nail polish.

Secure buttons Apply a thin layer of polish to the centre of a button to keep the thread from coming loose.

Avoid rust stains Coat the bottom of a shaving or hairspray can with polish to fend off rings on the ledge of a tub.

Seal an envelope When a flap won’t stay stuck, seal the deal with a coat of polish

Extend the life of your jewellery Paint a thin coat onto your costume baubles to keep then intact and their colours lusterous.