Keep Car Windows Fog Free Using a Potato

This simple method will help keep your windows fog-free. It's a fun one for the kids to try too; they might even consider doing it before you reach the car!

Steps

 * 1) Cut a raw potato in half. Be sure to use a clean potato, so wash it first if it is coated in soil. This is a good opportunity to use up an old potato that has started to sprout and is past its best.
 * 2) Rub the cut part of one half potato on the window. This will clean it and leave a layer that will prevent condensation from forming on the window.
 * 3) Use the other half if needed. You can also cut off dirtied slices and keep using the existing half if wished.
 * 4) Leave to dry without touching.

Tips

 * Do this first thing in the morning for best results.
 * Throw the used potato into the compost.
 * This method can also be used to keep ski goggles from fogging up. Rub raw potato over the goggles when changing into your ski gear. Sure, you'll need to remember to cut a potato in half and pop it into a plastic bag before going to the ski field, but the clear vision will make it a worthwhile effort.

Warnings

 * If you rub too much, it might impair visibility, just as fog would.
 * Potatoes may be sticky and attract bugs.

Things You'll Need

 * Raw potato
 * Knife

Related Tips and Steps

 * How to Defog a Diving Mask
 * How to Remove Window Tint
 * How to Clean Frost Off Car Windows Quickly