Aluminium foil on door handles: Trending US hack but is it smart?
•A viral 2026 home hack involves wrapping door handles in aluminium foil across the US homes, claiming to reduce static shocks and deter intruders.
•While foil's conductivity can disperse electrical charges, its security benefits are primarily psychological, offering minimal actual protection.
•Experts advise it is a supplementary trick, not a substitute for robust security measures.
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A viral 2026 home hack involves wrapping door handles in aluminium foil across the US homes, claiming to reduce static shocks and deter intruders. While foil's conductivity can disperse electrical charges, its security benefits are primarily psychological, offering minimal actual protection. Experts advise it is a supplementary trick, not a substitute for robust security measures.المصدر: Times of India | Source: Times of India
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