How to Make Matches Waterproof
By Victoria Ries
Waterproof matches are an absolute "must" in any emergency; however, they are expensive to buy. It's easy to waterproof your own matches, and inexpensive.
Instructions
Things you'll need:
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Kitchen matches
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Wax candle
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A plate
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Burn the wax candle, and allow wax to pool around the flame.
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Take kitchen matches, one by one, and dip the sulfa dipped end, in the pool of melted wax.
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Set each wax-dipped match aside on a plate to allow the wax to set hard.
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When the wax has set hard, store your waterproof matches in a plastic zipper bag in a cool, dry place ready for use in any emergency. Strike as you would, a normal match.
Tips & Warnings
· As with anything flammable, be extremely careful with the candle and the matches.
· This is not a project for children.