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Wheat Flour: 10 Surprising Household Hacks Beyond Making Roti
✍️ Aaj Tak
🗓 05 Oct 2026, 07:33 AM
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Wheat flour, a staple in every Indian kitchen, can also be used to clean sinks, polish copper pots, make play dough, and even act as a dry shampoo, according to a recent Aaj Tak feature.
Aaj Tak’s latest feature highlights how wheat flour (atta) can serve as a versatile household aid beyond its traditional role in making roti and paratha. The article lists ten practical uses, many of which are simple to try at home.
One of the most common hacks is using flour to polish kitchen sinks. A small amount of flour mixed with water forms a paste that, when rubbed on stainless steel or porcelain surfaces, removes stains and leaves a shine without harsh chemicals.
Flour also doubles as a DIY play dough for children. By mixing it with a little water and a pinch of salt, parents can create a non‑toxic, easy‑to‑clean dough that keeps kids entertained while keeping the kitchen mess to a minimum.
Other highlighted uses include polishing copper cookware, where a flour paste helps restore luster, and acting as a dry shampoo for hair, absorbing excess oil and leaving a fresh feel without water. The article encourages readers to experiment with these household tricks, noting that they are inexpensive and eco‑friendly alternatives to commercial products.
One of the most common hacks is using flour to polish kitchen sinks. A small amount of flour mixed with water forms a paste that, when rubbed on stainless steel or porcelain surfaces, removes stains and leaves a shine without harsh chemicals.
Flour also doubles as a DIY play dough for children. By mixing it with a little water and a pinch of salt, parents can create a non‑toxic, easy‑to‑clean dough that keeps kids entertained while keeping the kitchen mess to a minimum.
Other highlighted uses include polishing copper cookware, where a flour paste helps restore luster, and acting as a dry shampoo for hair, absorbing excess oil and leaving a fresh feel without water. The article encourages readers to experiment with these household tricks, noting that they are inexpensive and eco‑friendly alternatives to commercial products.