Waste not, want not

As shoppers who bought large quantities of table salt struggle to get refunds from supermarkets, METRO trawled the Web for tips on alternative uses:

Good for cleaning: Mixed with water, salt can help get stains off coffee pots, carpets and shirts. Add a little vinegar to clean your brass, copper and pewter ornaments.

Flower power: Spreading salt on a lawn is said to kill weeds, while adding a little to water holding cut flowers may help them live a little longer.