Topic: Rice Resurrects Even the Most Soaked of Gadgets

[Clive]

http://lifehacker.com/5435480/testimonial-rice-resurrects-even-the-most-soaked-of-gadgets

[Simon]

That's worth remembering, Clive. 

[Rik]

I'll start carrying a bag of rice around with me.

[Simon]

Well, they say you have more little accidents as you get older.   

[Rik]

  or should that be

[Simon]

If you've got the rice, you might get away with the latter. 

[Rik]

Silica gel is even better, of course.

[Simon]

Tried and tested? 

[Rik]

Oh yes. Used to use it to stop condensation on windows...

[Simon]

Yes, me too, in my old flat.

[Rik]

It doesn't seem such an issue these days, does it.

[Simon]

Not too much, in newer properties.  Not sure if wooden window frames help or not.

[Rik]

Sealed double glazing certainly does.

[Simon]

The double glazing is sealed, but the wooden frames could be a bit more draughtproof. 

[Rik]

Secondary double glazing had its advantages...