10 unusual life hacks that can help you out

A selection of fresh ideas from Reddit users who often share weird and sometimes very unexpected advice. Although many of their life hacks make you smile, they really work.

1. If you need to take a joint photo, but smartphone there is absolutely nowhere to put, a boot and improvised items can help you out.

2. IKEA bags are so durable that they are perfect for carrying firewood.

3. Do not want to disturb your neighbors with the loud sound of the game on piano? Cover the instrument with a thick blanket.

4. A hairdryer, which can work without heating, and a simple paper cone will help to clean the laptop keyboard.

5. An automatic door closer can be done by hand. You only need two hooks, a strong string, and a bottle of water.

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6. You can replace the keychain (puller) on the slider with a simple eyelet from a tin can.

7. A Tic Tac box can be a handy container for storing hairpins or any other small items that are always out of place.

8. Are you waiting for new car seat covers? A simple T-shirt can be a temporary solution.

9. Cleaning knife potatoes perfect for cutting hard cheese into thin slices.

10. If you can't find a lid for a small can, then a simple balloon will help you.

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