lint from dryer to start a fire; who knew?
By on June 27th, 2008
So I admit it; I’m a bit lazy when it comes to starting a fire in my fireplace. I normally use eco-friendly Java Log starters to get it going.
As I was checking out of New Season’s Market with my Java Log starters in hand (it was a chilly summer night), the cashier happened to share a green tip with me–lint from the dryer could be used as a fire starter. She also told me to add candle wax to really get it going.
So I tried it and guess what? It worked like magic. What was once something I threw into the trash, now became reusable and valuable. Plus it saves me money. No more Java Logs…At least for awhile. By next winter I’ll be stocked up.
Thinking of you Jen…
June 27th, 2008 at 11:27 am
Beautiful picture. I will use that green tip fro now on. I have a big household, so there are many loads of laundry. I will make god use of this. Thank you Planetpinkngreen!
June 27th, 2008 at 2:41 pm
i can’t wait to try this. what a perfect solution. i can only imagine how many other common household things can be put to similar use. keep on leading the way.
June 29th, 2008 at 3:20 pm
What a fabulous idea! Looks like I’ll be starting some eco-friendly fires in my new abode with my favorite auntie in the world…