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Organizing Electrical Cords on Small Appliances

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Date: 08/23/2004 Topics: Organizing > Bathroom | Old Categories > Organization  
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If you're tired of all those electrical cords hanging from your iron, beaters, hair driers, etc., one good way to keep them from being in the way is to get the cardboard roll, after you've used the paper, and store the cord in the roll. It will stay put and be handy when you need to use it.

By Joan Edney
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By Suzanne S. (170) Contact
I'm sorry. You're right. I should have been more specific. I was only referring to using cardboard rolls on items you keep plugged in to a power outlet. Anything you store away from a "spark" or heat source would do very well to have the cord stored safely and conviently away with a roll. Take care and be safe.

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By ThriftyFun (3107) Profile Blog! Contact
Hi Suzanne,
Good point. I don't believe the tip is for appliances that are in use. I agree it could be a fire hazard. But for appliances that are stored in the cupboard, that are not plugged in, it can keep the cord from being smashed under other appliances. Make sure to take the paper roll off when you plug it in.
Susan from ThriftyFun

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By Suzanne S. (170) Contact
I did this and it worked great. Except that when my father-in-law, who is a certified Master Electrician came over - he threw a major hissy fit. This is a huge fire hazard and is like providing kindling if an electrical fire should start. He works for the Quality control and Safety department of his company and they have received numerous calls from the fire department naming this as the cause of devastating house fires. Some of which resulted in the loss of lives. So please find another solution. I now use the twist ties from my bread bags. Because as cheap as it is, it could never be worth risking your life or the lives of those you love over. Be safe and take care.

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By Linne Dodds (Guest Post)
If by chance you are worried about the roll getting wet ,or just want to pretty it up,cover it with selfadhesive plastic(contact paper). If pretty is not an issue cover them with the plastic bags a lot of newspapers come in.

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By Syd (Guest Post)
Using the plastic inserts in the center of Scotch-type tape are handy for storing small electrical cords.

Posted on 08/23/2004 | Report Spam or Abuse

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