Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Messy food in microwave - Anderm/Getty Images There are many smart ways to repurpose wax paper around the house. From lining your ...

My earliest memory of using wax paper outside the kitchen was a childhood favorite. My parents bought us an old swing set with a slide way back when (this was before plastic swing sets were invented).

1. Remove fingerprints from your chrome faucet. Chrome finishes are stunning, but prone to water stains and fingerprints. A quick wipe down with wax paper will leave a thin film of waxy residue on the ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. You may have noticed that with some rolls of wax paper, one side often looks shinier than the other. This is not a random mistake: ...

Wax paper (or waxed paper) is a kitchen staple that's been around since the 19th century, when coating paper with wax became an effective way of keeping moisture and odors from seeping into foods.

There are many smart ways to repurpose wax paper around the house. From lining your refrigerator shelves to fixing stuck zippers, it's no surprise that it has earned a spot as a household staple.

My earliest memory of using wax paper outside the kitchen was a childhood favorite. My parents bought us an old swing set with a slide way back when (this was before plastic swing sets were invented).