Curtain hooks are essential for hanging curtains, providing a connection between the fabric and the curtain rod. Typically, curtains are threaded through the hooks and then suspended from the rod. There are various types of curtain hooks, such as round, teardrop-shaped, C-shaped, S-shaped, and M-shaped hooks, each designed to suit specific curtain styles.
The Multipurpose Magic of Curtain Hooks
1. Hang Dish Scrubbers
Attach curtain hooks to the edge of your sink. After washing dishes, you can hang metal pot scrubbers or dish sponges on the hooks. This allows for quick drying and prevents bacterial growth.
2. DIY Phone Stand
Bend a curtain hook into a small rack shape, and use it as a phone stand. You’ll be surprised by its stability and practicality.
3. Secure Your Trash Bags
Insert a curtain hook into your trash bin, and place another one on the corresponding position on the other side. Then, hang the trash bag handles on the hooks to prevent the bag from slipping down. You can also place two plastic bags on each side for wet and dry waste separation.
4. Protect Your Rice Cooker’s Plug
When your rice cooker is not in use, how do you protect its plug? It’s simple. Take a curtain hook and bend the first and fourth wires outward. Attach the modified hook to the rice cooker’s handle, and then hang the plug on it when not in use. This prevents water contact, enhances safety, prolongs the plug’s life, and solves a common household nuisance.
By An Nhien – Vietnamnet
