20 Brilliant Paper Towel Hacks That We Wish We Knew About Years Ago

Whether you store them in the garage, under the sink, or in that weird cabinet that seems too oddly shaped for anything else, chances are you keep a few rolls of paper towels handy at all times. Sure, using them to wipe up messes seems pretty straightforward, but shouldn't a product that prides itself on strength do a bit more heavy lifting around the house? Forget those constant trips to the grocery store — these hacks prove that a roll of paper towels is all you'll ever need.

1. Chill Out

Need to chill drinks quickly for company or your daily commute? Simply wrap the bottles or cans in a damp paper towel and put them in the freezer for a quick chill. Science is cool!

2. Swiffer Hack

If you run out of Swiffer pads and need one in a hurry, look no further than your paper towel roll! Just wrap your Swiffer head in a damp paper towel and you're ready to go!

3. BBQ Hack

Spending the day grilling for a holiday or special occasion? Use a mini flag stand as a makeshift paper towel holder. You'll have easy access and the wind won't blow the roll away!

4. Hardened Sugar

Brown sugar has a pesky habit of hardening into clumps as the natural moisture inside evaporates. To get that sugar back out of shape, simply put a wet paper towel over the clumps and microwave for 25 seconds. Problem solved!