Need to light a match but lost the box? Here are inventive techniques to ignite a matchstick without its box:
- Use Sandpaper: Rub the match against a piece of coarse sandpaper, mimicking the strike strip on a matchbox.
- Stone Method: Strike the match against a rough surface like a stone, maintaining consistent pressure and speed.
- Glass Surface: Scrape the match on the frosted side of glass, such as a bathroom mirror, to create enough friction.
- Knife Technique: Gently drag the match along the blade’s edge of a knife, but be cautious to avoid cuts.