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There are over a dozen Slavic countries across Central, Eastern, and Southeastern Europe, and every single one has its own rich history and identity. But spend enough time getting to know them, and you’ll notice they also have a whole lot in common.

No matter where you go, there will be grandmas who refuse to let you leave the table hungry, slippers waiting for you at every door and a strong collective belief that drafts cause every illness known to man. And their approach to home repairs is, well, creative enough to make an engineer cry.

Still, they wouldn’t have it any other way. We’ve gathered some hilarious photos that capture this side of Slavic culture perfectly, so scroll down and enjoy.

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    A shovel frying french fries over an open campfire, showcasing examples of Slavic science and ingenuity.

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    mel
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    2 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'll bet that oil is cleaner than the oil at fast food places

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    #6

    A vertical computer monitor displaying a broken top half and a game in the bottom, an example of Slavic Science.

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    Doofnuts
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One hald of the screen must be boogered up.

    #7

    A washing machine repurposed as a stove, demonstrating unusual Slavic science, with Elon Musk looking perplexed.

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    Rusty’scate
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It all started with the cooking in dishwashers trend, then one person dared to ask, about rotisserie chicken.

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    #9

    A narrow strip of fresh asphalt covering only the middle part of a dirt road, an example of Slavic Science.

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    Doofnuts
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seen this before. People stealing asphalt for personal use.

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    #12

    A bride and groom in a decorated combine harvester, a unique wedding transport showcasing Slavic Science.

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    Roman Arendt
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    1 hour ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've seen this twice now in northern Germany. Some like horse-drawn carriages, some like heavy machinery. Despite the fact that marriage itself is ridiculously anachronistic and weddings are a waste of money: as long as no one gets hurt and everything is consensual, do as you like.

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    #15

    A wooden chair with a plastic bag as a seat, placed over a squat toilet, demonstrating Slavic science.

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    Doofnuts
    Community Member
    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some people can squat, some people can't.

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    #17

    A makeshift faucet setup using a plastic bottle above a sink, showcasing Slavic Science.

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    mel
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because the faucet isn't in the center of the sink, my perfectionist a$$ would have a stroke

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    #22

    Someone wearing rubber boots with chains wrapped around them for traction, highlighting Slavic science.

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    Bad Alchemy
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Homemade ice cleats. Not attractive, but they look like they get the job done.

    #23

    A showerhead rigged with a soda can and duct tape, demonstrating clever Slavic Science.

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    BarBeeGirl
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Necessity is the mother of invention 🤷‍♀️

    #24

    A washing machine precariously installed above a toilet in a small bathroom, an example of Slavic science in action.

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    mel
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Makes pooping 95% more life threatening

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    #25

    A washing machine installed in a small bathroom corner, illustrating practical Slavic Science solutions.

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    Dave Van Beurden
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When the spin cycle comes on, the house will fall down

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    #26

    A fence post with a bicycle wheel and fork as a makeshift gate latch, showcasing Slavic Science ingenuity.

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    Meyrin
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is it ridiculous - yes, does it work - absolutely. Also I like it

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    #30

    A creative electric pole construction showing unique Slavic science solutions above a house roof.

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    Doofnuts
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This bothers me in ways I can describe.

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    #35

    Someone using a hair straightener to toast bread, an example of peculiar Slavic Science methods.

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    Bad Alchemy
    Community Member
    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hey, that's not so much weird as practical. I once made toast on a clothes iron. My toaster didn't survive the move to a new apartment, but the iron was fine.

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    #37

    A cinder block serving as a cup holder for two drinks in a car, demonstrating practical Slavic Science.

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    Breadcrumb.
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Slam on the breaks, get rear-ended. Since you aren't wearing a seat belt I guess both of you will be thrown out the window.

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    #40

    A urinal installed on a small balcony, an unconventional example of Slavic science and design.

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    NJ P
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Except you need the rain to flush.

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    #41

    An old CRT television fitted into a car's dashboard, displaying a unique approach to Slavic science and car modification.

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    NJ P
    Community Member
    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At least it doesn't block the view over the dash.

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    #43

    A makeshift showerhead constructed from a potato masher, illustrating unique Slavic science.

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    Sparky
    Community Member
    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But what happens when you need to mash the potatoes?

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    #45

    An exterior wall of a house featuring a door placed high up with no balcony, an example of Slavic Science.

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    NJ P
    Community Member
    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Best way to get furniture up to the 2nd floor.

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    #49

    An old CRT computer monitor connected to a laptop on a wooden desk, reflecting Slavic Science ingenuity.

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    NJ P
    Community Member
    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When your laptop screen breaks.

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    #51

    A doorway with two metal steps used to bridge the gap to the entrance, a unique example of Slavic Science.

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    NJ P
    Community Member
    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tough to open door when already on the steps.

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