Stop! Don’t Put These 13 Things in the Microwave!
The microwave is universally accepted as an incredibly useful and versatile appliance in your home. It can reheat food, bake a potato or even cook entire meals, and do so in a fraction of the time it would take a conventional oven or on the hob. But while the science behind them remains a mystery to most of us, you have got to be aware that you can’t put absolutely anything in your humble microwave. Here are 13 things to avoid sticking in your microwave to steer clear of fires, explosions, the fire brigade, emergency services, your parents...and keep yourself and your appliance safe and sound.
Warning: Do not try these at home or at work, or anywhere!
1. Lunch Bags
Mammy might have packed your lunch, but she did not intend for it to go on fire. Intense heat could potentially start a blaze in your microwave. This goes for both paper and plastic bags!
4. Travel Mugs
It’s counterproductive anyway to try heat up your coffee this way as travel mugs are insulated. Of more concern though, is the fact that the stainless steel could damage your microwave.
5. Clothes
Sure, it might be tempting to stick your socks in for a minute before bed or heading out on a cold morning, but microwaving clothes could cause a serious fire! Ask JLaw in American Hustle, she knows.
