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50 Seemingly Foolish Solutions To Problems That Actually Work, As Seen On “Redneck Engineering” (New Pics)
Interview With Expert
A great way to save money on buying things or repairing them is to DIY them. All it takes is a bit of creativity, a few tools and materials, and perhaps a Youtube tutorial on your phone. Crafting up a trendy headboard or a garden bed can also be therapeutic and helps us to let out our emotions, reducing stress and anxiety.
However, today we’re taking DIYing to the next level with the "Red Neck Engineering" subreddit. This community enjoys sharing quite unorthodox crafts and fixer-uppers, from ceiling fans in cars to patching up roofs with vinyl records. Scroll down to find more examples, and don’t forget to upvote the ones you wish you had thought of yourself.
While you're at it, be sure to check out a conversation with experienced home DIYer and content writer at Hardy Home DIY Solutions, John Coleman, who kindly agreed to tell us when we should think twice about DIYing something.
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#1
Needed A Place To Wash My Hands In Detached Garage
#2
French Unions Have Designed Special Barbecues That Fit In Tram Tracks, So They Can Grill Sausages While They March
#3
Cut A Nerve And Lost 1/3 Mobility In My Finger. This Frankenstein Prosthetic My Dad And I Made Helps Me Regain Most Of It Back
"I think many people use [the redneck engineering] term when they see a project that utilizes materials, tools, or methods in ways other than they were originally intended to be used," says experienced home DIYer and content writer at Hardy Home DIY Solutions, John Coleman to Bored Panda.
"I am appreciative of the thought, creativity, and effort that goes into coming up with these unconventional solutions. However, I think it all comes down to the quality, durability, and visual appeal of the finished project," he notes.
#4
Redneck Bleachers
#5
Introducing The Stroopwafelholdenator 1000
#6
Kept Burning My Neck So I Duct-Taped A Ripped Glove To My Helmet
Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa) 1 day ago (edited)
Overhead welding is real pain in the neck. Trust me, I've done it and have the scars to prove it.
When he tackles a DIY project that is related to home maintenance and improvement, he does his best to research methods and find tools and materials made specifically for the task at hand.
"I want it to be safe and last as long as possible," Coleman explains.
#7
That'll Do Pig
#8
Saw This On FB Marketplace This Morning
However, not everything can be DIYed, especially when we lack skills for it and Coleman seems to agree. "I think it is better to think twice before tackling a DIY project if you have no prior experience related to the project or have not researched the topic thoroughly. It is also important to consider what could happen if you mess up or if something goes wrong. Could significant damage be caused that is too costly to fix? Could you or someone else potentially get hurt?"
#10
Plybertruck
#11
Fridge Door Handle Broke
#12
Someone On Marketplace Is Selling A Picnic Table Boat
Even with over 20 years of experience doing home DIY projects and everyday maintenance tasks, there have been cases when he thought better of tackling a project. "I had reservations about my skill set or I had an uneasy feeling about it. I ended up hiring a professional and felt confident with the results when the project was completed," he shared.
#13
Found This In A Store In Texas
Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa) 1 day ago
But if you really want to get Texans to buy into solar energy, you need to invent a solar powered gun.
#14
Even Distribution Of Sauce
#15
His And Hers Dui Special
The DIY tasks (if the person doesn't have the skills for it) that Coleman advises to skip altogether are electrical projects or structure-altering projects. "If electrical projects are not wired correctly, it could either not work, cause a fire, or result in an injury. Altering a structure, such as removing walls or cutting joists, could compromise the stability of the whole structure," he warns.
#16
Grandbabies Wanted To Play In The Sprinkler. We Don’t Have A Sprinkler
#17
Yard Sale Find
#18
Cyber Truck Too Expensive? Billy Ray's Customs Has You Covered
Coleman also agreed to provide us with a few tips on fixing things on the budget so it doesn't turn out to be another case of redneck engineering. "The top tip I can offer is to be thorough with project planning. It is important to set a budget that allows for unexpected costs and then stick to it."
#19
I’m At A Loss For Words
Glen Ellyn 1 day ago
How the heck did they get it up there?? For Pete's sake, they've got a hitch on the back of the pickup truck. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
#20
My Son's Library Book Got Wet. Here's My Attempt At Drying It Out. Is Getting The Pages Flat Again Even A Thing?
Glen Ellyn 1 day ago
The comb makes sense to separate the pages, but you can just stand the book up, open the covers and then use the comb. I've only had to dry a book once and that's how I did it. Plus, I put the book on the floor in front of my refrigerator so that the "exhaust" air that exited from the bottom of the fridge would gently blow on the pages. The book actually dried in just a couple of hours.
#21
No Cup Holders? Got The Solution
Before speeding to the hardware store and buying the materials, he recommends breaking the project into smaller parts. "Price everything needed for each phase of the plan and then compare it to the set budget. If the cost is over your budget, then go back and downsize the plan, consider correct but lower-cost materials, or delay completing the project until the budget can be increased."
#22
Not Their First Rodeo
#23
When You’re A Clothing Designer
#24
Got Annoyed Shuffling The Vac Around The Table I’m Sanding
"Launching a DIY project without proper planning will likely result in going over budget," he adds. "Then, you will find yourself trying to decrease costs by any means necessary, such as cutting corners or considering cheaper methods to finish the job."
#25
Friend Of Mine Sent Me This. Dual Purpose Drill Press
#26
Why Isn't This A Thing?
#27
My Way Of Heating A Pool
Christopher Crockett 10 hours ago
He's drawing water from the pool using one hose, then routing it through coils of black hose on a dark table and back into the pool. The black hose and dark table will heat the water as it passes through. Just make sure to use a slower pump so the water has time to heat on the way.
#28
That Should Do It
#29
The Custom Shower Head
Justanotherpanda 1 day ago
It's not stupid if it works. Not sure if this is cheaper than buying a cheap showerhead though.
#30
Them Bolts Ain’t Going Anywhere Any Time Soon
#31
I Can't Quite Put My Finger On What's Missing Here
#33
My DIY Outdoor Access Point
#34
Loads Of Tree Business On The Ground This Time Of Year
Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa) 1 day ago
I can tell what it does but I can't figure out what it's for. It's basically a giant vacuum cleaner. Are there people who vacuum their entire lawn?
#35
A Magnet Placed In Just The Right Spot Will Stop The High Pitched Coil Whine On An Old Power Adapter
#36
Wife Needed A Cap For A Spray Can Before Packing In Luggage
#37
It's Quite Basic, But I'm Proud Of It
I'm in a hotel, and there is only 1 socket that I can use to charge my phone. However, it's quite worn out, and the charger kept moving down and not charging. I propped it up with and empty water bottle on the mounted hair dryer, and then held it up with my gf's hair band. I know it's simple and stupid, but I'm proud of it
Ali H M Salehuddin 1 day ago
I'm guessing every single one of us here has done something similar to this at one point or another in our life.
#38
Where Else But A Walmart Parking Lot
#39
Girlfriend's Girlfriend Broke The Dishwasher
#40
Tensioner Bracket?
#41
My Wife Wants A New Dryer, It Works Fine!
#42
I Got A Hundred Buck That Says This Is Gulf Coast
#43
Needed To Borrow My Dad’s Belt Sander. How I Found It
#44
This Bus… Thing
Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa) 1 day ago (edited)
Those were common with the Forest Service when I was a kid back in the 80s. It's for fighting forest fires. Crew in the front, gear in the back. That's the original crew cab.
#45
Using A Cymbal As An Air Filter Lid “It Ain't Stupid If It Works.”
#46
That’s One Way To Do It I Guess?
#47
New Use For Pallets
Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa) 1 day ago
There's a Chep Pallet up three from the bottom. Chep is a pallet company who leases pallets and paints them all blue to mark them and make sure they come back. They started out at the end of WWII and I read way too much Wikipedia.
#49
Oh Facebook… Never Change… (Or Do Idc)
#50
Neighbors Cut Down A Tree In The Backyard And Decorated The Front With It
featherytoad 18 hours ago
Or, free fire wood for people who want it. Good way to get rid off it.
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