All the ‘Single-Use’ Household Items You Should Be Re-Using
Part of being an adult is feeling the constant need to replenish basic household supplies. One way to combat this loop is to be more mindful about recycling and re-purposing…
Why You Should Never Line Your Oven With Foil
Photo: Roman Tiraspolsky (Shutterstock) Aluminum foil is a very useful, flat, and malleable material, perfect for making impromptu roasting racks, pie crust shields, and simple food wraps (for non-acidic foods).…
Can Aluminum Foil Really Protect Your Home in a Fire?
Last week, as the Caldor Fire swept through the area around Lake Tahoe, one viral story emerged as a beacon of hope: A cabin that appeared to be wrapped in…
The Difference Between Aluminum and Tin Foil
Photo: Happy Stock Photo (Shutterstock) We recently posted about the many ways aluminum foil is helpful around the house and quickly found that mentioning “tin foil” was scientifically incorrect (and…
18 of Our Best Household Hacks of 2021 So Far
Illustration: Sokolova july (Shutterstock) We’re already halfway through 2021, and this year, we’ve really leaned in on how to better operate our households. We’re learning to be better gardeners, better…
15 Ways You Should Be Using Tinfoil When You Aren’t Cooking
Photo: Breezze (Shutterstock) Tin foil is one of the most versatile items you have in your kitchen—probably more versatile than you realize. You likely use it for grilling veggies and…
How to Choose Between Parchment Paper and Aluminum Foil
Photo: VDB Photos (Shutterstock) The Grown-Up KitchenThe Grown-Up KitchenWelcome to The Grown-Up Kitchen, Skillet’s series designed to answer your most basic culinary questions and fill in any gaps that may…