It’s estimated that about 1.3 billion people worldwide use tobacco products. That’s about 16.25% of the entire population that suffers from this addiction and risks developing many health issues, such as breathing problems, heart diseases, infections, dental problems, and even cancer. 

Another effect of tobacco that non-smokers might not realize is that it builds up on surfaces like walls, furniture, clothes, and carpets and can remain there for many months. To raise awareness about the consequences of tobacco products, Bored Panda compiled a list showing what smoking does to public spaces, people’s homes, and possessions. Prepare to be shocked, and don’t forget to let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

While you're at it, make sure to check out a conversation with Jamie Hartmann-Boyce, assistant professor of health policy and management at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, who kindly agreed to answer a few of our questions related to the effects of smoking.

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The Ceiling Tiles In The Da Nang Airport Smoking Section vs. Non-Smoking Section

The Ceiling Tiles In The Da Nang Airport Smoking Section vs. Non-Smoking Section

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I Think Someone Might Have Smoked Here

I Think Someone Might Have Smoked Here

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Smoker's Window Compared To A Non-Smoker

Smoker's Window Compared To A Non-Smoker

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#4

Cleaning A Chandelier From A Smoker’s Home. I Already Cleaned The Bottom Piece, And It Looks So Much Better

Cleaning A Chandelier From A Smoker’s Home. I Already Cleaned The Bottom Piece, And It Looks So Much Better

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The Biggest Battle Here Was Smoke Damage And Odors. Sealing Everything Up, Fresh Paint, And New Finishes Did The Job. This Home Sold With Tons Of Offers The First Day On The Market

The Biggest Battle Here Was Smoke Damage And Odors. Sealing Everything Up, Fresh Paint, And New Finishes Did The Job. This Home Sold With Tons Of Offers The First Day On The Market

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#6

I Do Repaints For A Landlord After His Tenants Move Out. This Is A Carpet Of A Smoker After They Moved Their Bed

I Do Repaints For A Landlord After His Tenants Move Out. This Is A Carpet Of A Smoker After They Moved Their Bed

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#7

The Same Type Of Trees, Except One, Has Cigarette Butts As Mulch

The Same Type Of Trees, Except One, Has Cigarette Butts As Mulch

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#8

Attention BMW Smokers

Attention BMW Smokers

The last change was about a year ago. The air coming through the vents made me want to gag. If you smoke in your car, I highly recommend checking the filter every few weeks. Never let it get this bad. Alternatively, don't smoke in your car, and this won't be an issue.

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#9

Seeing The Smoke Pattern On The Floor Coming From The Apartment

Seeing The Smoke Pattern On The Floor Coming From The Apartment

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#10

A New Glove vs. My Cigarette Smoking Glove

A New Glove vs. My Cigarette Smoking Glove

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#11

I Saw This Ile De La Cite Painting And Fell In Love With It. Yesterday, I Picked It Up After Being Cleaned, And The Person Said That It Had Years Of Nicotine Damage

I Saw This Ile De La Cite Painting And Fell In Love With It. Yesterday, I Picked It Up After Being Cleaned, And The Person Said That It Had Years Of Nicotine Damage

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#12

The Results Of 30 Years Of Chain Smoking Inside A Living Room

The Results Of 30 Years Of Chain Smoking Inside A Living Room

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If You Need A Reason To Stop Smoking Cigarettes, Imagine What The Inside Looks Like

If You Need A Reason To Stop Smoking Cigarettes, Imagine What The Inside Looks Like

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The Light Bulb In A Smoking Room vs. A Non-Smoking Room

The Light Bulb In A Smoking Room vs. A Non-Smoking Room

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#15

My Friend Wet-Vacuumed The Roof Of A Customer's Car Who Was A Smoker

My Friend Wet-Vacuumed The Roof Of A Customer's Car Who Was A Smoker

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#16

What It Looks Like To Wash 20 Years Of Nicotine Off Walls And Ceilings

What It Looks Like To Wash 20 Years Of Nicotine Off Walls And Ceilings

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#17

A Non-Smoker's Remote vs. A Smoker's Remote

A Non-Smoker's Remote vs. A Smoker's Remote

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#18

Curtains From A Smoker's Apartment After Being Dunked In A Bathtub

Curtains From A Smoker's Apartment After Being Dunked In A Bathtub

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#19

2 Glasses From A Smoker's House. One Is Washed

2 Glasses From A Smoker's House. One Is Washed

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#20

The Inside Of A Smoker's Computer

The Inside Of A Smoker's Computer

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#21

I Used Clean Freak On My Grandma’s Old Wine Glasses And Tea Cups. 20+ Years Of Dust And Smoke Build-Up. For The Longest Time, I Didn’t Know They Were Supposed To Be Clear

I Used Clean Freak On My Grandma’s Old Wine Glasses And Tea Cups. 20+ Years Of Dust And Smoke Build-Up. For The Longest Time, I Didn’t Know They Were Supposed To Be Clear

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#22

Heavy Cigarette Smoke Rental Nightmare

Heavy Cigarette Smoke Rental Nightmare

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#23

What Smoking Cigarettes Inside Does To Your Walls

What Smoking Cigarettes Inside Does To Your Walls

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#24

Smoking Is Bad

Smoking Is Bad

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#25

I Was Scared I Was Going To Get Nicotine Poisoning

I Was Scared I Was Going To Get Nicotine Poisoning

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#26

We Just Finished A Challenging Home Cleaning With Nicotine Damage Throughout. We Had To Scrub With A Degreaser To Remove Cigarette Stains

We Just Finished A Challenging Home Cleaning With Nicotine Damage Throughout. We Had To Scrub With A Degreaser To Remove Cigarette Stains

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#27

Inside The Smoker's Car

Inside The Smoker's Car

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#28

Friendly Air Filter Replacement Reminder. Smokers In The House, It’s Been One Month

Friendly Air Filter Replacement Reminder. Smokers In The House, It’s Been One Month

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#29

How To Remediate Cigarette Smoke

How To Remediate Cigarette Smoke

The previous owner smoked a lot in the basement/workshop. The cabinet white spots are clean spots where I took down some old signs and posters for reference. The second picture is after scrubbing, sanding, and painting the cabinet (the lighting doesn't do it justice).

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#30

I Recently Moved Houses And Replaced The Smoke Detector. This Is What 20+ Years Of Smoking Does To It

I Recently Moved Houses And Replaced The Smoke Detector. This Is What 20+ Years Of Smoking Does To It

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#31

What 30 Years Of Smoking Does To An Apartment

What 30 Years Of Smoking Does To An Apartment

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#32

My Buddy Cleaned This Crystal Chandelier That Was Subjected To Years Of Indoor Cigarette Smoke. Here Are The Before And After

My Buddy Cleaned This Crystal Chandelier That Was Subjected To Years Of Indoor Cigarette Smoke. Here Are The Before And After

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#33

How Do I Clean The Exterior Of This Fridge? The Owners Before Me Lived In This House For 44 Years And Smoked A Lot Of Tobacco

How Do I Clean The Exterior Of This Fridge? The Owners Before Me Lived In This House For 44 Years And Smoked A Lot Of Tobacco

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#34

Me Cleaning The Walls Of A House That Has Been Smoked In For 30 Years

Me Cleaning The Walls Of A House That Has Been Smoked In For 30 Years

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#35

This Is What 10 Years Of Heavy Smoking Did To My Grandma’s Carpet

This Is What 10 Years Of Heavy Smoking Did To My Grandma’s Carpet

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#36

White Lace Curtains After Being Smoked Around For Over 20 Years

White Lace Curtains After Being Smoked Around For Over 20 Years

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#37

Smokers Living Here

Smokers Living Here

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#38

Wireless Access Point (WAP) From The Non-Smoking Area vs. The Smoking Area

Wireless Access Point (WAP) From The Non-Smoking Area vs. The Smoking Area

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#39

Nicotine-Stained Walls. This Is From An Apartment I Painted Last Winter. The Left Side Has An Oil Primer To Show The Contrast. It's Pretty Nasty

Nicotine-Stained Walls. This Is From An Apartment I Painted Last Winter. The Left Side Has An Oil Primer To Show The Contrast. It's Pretty Nasty

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#40

Plastic Yellowing Around Plug From Cigarette Smoke

Plastic Yellowing Around Plug From Cigarette Smoke

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#41

I Finally Got Pillowcases Back From A Relative Who Smokes. Congratulations To Anyone Who Has Successfully Quit Smoking

I Finally Got Pillowcases Back From A Relative Who Smokes. Congratulations To Anyone Who Has Successfully Quit Smoking

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#42

What 30+ Years Of Smoking Indoors Does To A Place

What 30+ Years Of Smoking Indoors Does To A Place

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#43

Helping A Friend Flip A House. The Previous Owners Smoked So Much That The Nicotine Is Dripping Down The Walls

Helping A Friend Flip A House. The Previous Owners Smoked So Much That The Nicotine Is Dripping Down The Walls

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#44

The Difference Between A Smoker's And A Non-Smoker's Break Room

The Difference Between A Smoker's And A Non-Smoker's Break Room

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Top Drawer - 20 Years Of Smoking Inside, Bottom Drawer - An Hour Of Cleaning With Trisodium Phosphate. Inherited This Oak Bedroom Set From My Grandmother, Who Was A Heavy Smoker For 40 Years

Top Drawer - 20 Years Of Smoking Inside, Bottom Drawer - An Hour Of Cleaning With Trisodium Phosphate. Inherited This Oak Bedroom Set From My Grandmother, Who Was A Heavy Smoker For 40 Years

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#46

IDog From My Childhood Yellowed From Cigarette Smoke

IDog From My Childhood Yellowed From Cigarette Smoke

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#47

Some Objects Left Imprints On The Tops Of Kitchen Units From A Smoker's House

Some Objects Left Imprints On The Tops Of Kitchen Units From A Smoker's House

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#48

I Cleaned The Seat Belts Of My Grandpa's Car. Definitely Worth It

I Cleaned The Seat Belts Of My Grandpa's Car. Definitely Worth It

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Smoker vs. Non-Smoker

Smoker vs. Non-Smoker

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Difference Between My Century Old Quadplex Smoking Side vs. Non-Smoking Side. I'm Going To Start Cleaning Walls And Painting This Week

Difference Between My Century Old Quadplex Smoking Side vs. Non-Smoking Side. I'm Going To Start Cleaning Walls And Painting This Week

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