The UK is currently experiencing a cold snap, with freezing temperatures blanketing the country. It's hard enough to face the day in such frosty conditions, but finding your car windscreen iced over can really put a dampener on your morning.
This is a common winter issue across the UK, and everyone has their own method of dealing with it. One thing you should definitely avoid is pouring hot or boiling water over your icy vehicle. This is because the sudden temperature change can cause your windscreen to crack, resulting in a costly repair bill. However, there's a clever trick to de-ice your car and warm your hands on a chilly morning using just a ziplock sandwich bag.
To use this hack, simply half-fill the bag with warm water - not boiling. The warm tap water should do the trick, reports the Mirror.
Next, make sure the bag is securely sealed and take it out to your car.
Gently slide the bag over your windscreen and watch as the ice melts away. Even better, this method also serves as a hand warmer.
Just remember to wipe up any remaining water to stop it from re-freezing, and you're good to go.
However, there's another home hack that you can even use on your car the night before a frost is expected.
You can create your own homemade de-icer spray to help keep your car free from frost.
If you're interested in trying this, all you need is water and rubbing alcohol (also known as isopropyl alcohol). You can mix half a cup of water with half a cup of rubbing alcohol in a spray bottle and then spritz your car.
The ice should disappear within minutes; moreover, you can also use it as a preventive measure.
Should the forecast predict a sharp drop in temperatures, try applying this homemade de-icer (or a shop-bought version) to your car the night before. By morning, you should find your vehicle free from frost.
