There will come a point where you don’t have the resources to break anything and have to rely on creativity. And with a little quick thinking you can come up with something,
These photos from r/thereifixedit show people creating simple solutions with what they have at their disposal. Some are clever and even plausibly functional, while others are downright stupid.
Flip through it and laugh a few times.
#2
“Broken button. Squeeze the chicken to ask it to stop.”
The page has 81,000 members with a profile that reads: “MacGyver would be proud.” It’s a nod to the classic 1985 television series (rebooted in 2016) about Angus MacGyver, a man described as a “nonviolent problem solver” who uses his sharp skills to get out of trouble. He could defuse bombs with paper clips and break zip ties with electrical wires.
#3
To open the oven we installed the drawer handles this way. It’s perfect!
#5
I tried to paint a little cardinal on this snowy fence, but it got smudged. Luckily I was able to fix it
You don’t have to be MacGyver-level, but it helps if you know how to fix something the right way. To builder, author and humanitarian Ian Anderson: Start with the little things around the house.
“Listen to your stuff, notice how things sound when they’re working properly,” Anderson told Apartment Therapy. “Touch things to notice how they feel. Smell things; strange smells often mean something has changed, perhaps a leak or something overheating.
#8
My local Dunkin Donuts drive thru speaker is broken. They now use a baby monitor
#10
I like to think of myself as a handyman. You have to do what you have to do to pass the dorm inspections
#12
My sister-in-law just posted this. She said to my brother, “Use those DIY books and fix the chair!” Finished
#14
Someone stole my big chainring and bolts so I used a jerk to get the two miles to the train station
Practice brings precision, a concept that also applies to dexterity. Anderson urges trial runs with easily disposable waste materials.
“Take a length of 2 by 4 feet and mark the first three feet with a few square lines and saw it into slices like a loaf of bread. Three feet later you’ll be cutting as square as a pro.”
#17
My dad’s solution to prevent the dishwasher door from opening mid-cycle 😂
#20
The gate is locked; No one can enter the field now
Still on the topic of practice, Anderson advises starting with simple tasks you need to know, such as replacing light bulbs and tightening loose screws.
“Even if you keep things clean, you learn something because it means getting up close and discovering something new early.”
#22
Hubby was mad when I dented my car so I fixed it. I swear the cement column I parked next to came out of nowhere
#26
Put the signs on the fuel pumps, boss!
#27
Someone at the gym threw a medicine ball into the drywall. They solved it by placing a ventilation grille over it
Fixing something and restoring its functionality can be satisfying. Likewise, you can save money on supposed repairs. As Anderson reminds us, “As a handy person, you save valuable resources by keeping your things in good condition.”
#31
Found at the Beachside Resort, where I am staying. The umbrella was wobbly, so they stuck a butter knife in it
If you’re struggling with a chore because of your lack of skills, Anderson has one important reminder: There’s nothing wrong with asking for help. This is especially true for jobs that involve potentially dangerous tasks, such as electrical work.
#37
The dog ate my “S” key, so I converted and promoted a key I rarely use
Becoming more handy is impossible without the right tools. Home Depot Vice President David Passifume spoke to Yahoo and provided a list of essentials.
“This includes a tape measure, a hammer with a comfortable grip, both a Phillips and flat-head screwdriver, pliers, a cordless drill, a spirit level, a stud finder, a hand sander, and a pair of adjustable wrenches in different sizes to loosen nuts and bolts. manipulate.”
#43
My Bowling Ally got new TVs but instead of buying new brackets they just screwed them onto the old TVs
Painting is also a satisfying DIY activity at home, and for expert Christina Blake, it’s also an excellent place to start.
“Adding a new coat to an old piece also gives you the opportunity to experiment with different colors and finishes before taking on larger painting projects in the future.”
#50
Not mine, not sure if it’s been here before
Note: This post originally contained 116 images. It has been narrowed down to the top 50 images based on user votes.