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Article created by: Audrius P.

We humans have an incredible capacity to persevere. When we need to drive in a nail but don't have a hammer, we easily realize that we can use a heavy, flat object—like a rock—in its place. When our table is shaky, we quickly understand that we can put a stack of tissues under one of its legs to stabilize the darn thing.

So to celebrate our creative thinking, we at Bored Panda have an ongoing series where we post pictures of fun and smart out-of-the-box solutions that make life better. Whether it's a DIY home hack or a business product is not important, what counts is that it gets the job done.

Continue scrolling to check out our latest collection and fire up our earlier publications here and here when you're done too!

#1

These Tables At My College Campus Use Solar Panels As Shade, Which In Turn Provide Power For The Charging Ports On The Table

Outdoor bench with solar panel canopy providing shade and power, an example of genius solutions to everyday problems.

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    This Picnic Table With An Extension For Wheelchair Users

    Wooden picnic table with unusual bench design in a park illustrating genius solutions to everyday problems outdoors.

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    #3

    Thailand Supermarket Ditches Plastic Packaging For Banana Leaves

    Leaf-wrapped fresh greens in a market fridge showcasing genius solutions to everyday problems with eco-friendly packaging.

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    #4

    My Hotel Phone In Iceland Has A Special Button That Will Wake You Up If There Are Northern Lights In The Sky

    Close-up of a hotel phone with buttons for wake-up calls, emergency, and other genius solutions to everyday problems.

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    #5

    Home Office Busy Light - WiFi Enabled LED’s In Door Jam Linked To My Work Calendar, When I’m In A Meeting It Goes Red And The Kids Know They Can’t Come In

    Door outlined with red LED lights creating a glowing effect, showcasing genius solutions to everyday problems.

    Yellow is for knock first, green for coming in for a chat/draw on my whiteboard

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    #6

    If You’re Bored At The Baltimore Airport You Can Learn CPR

    CPR training station in an airport offers genius solutions to everyday problems with easy-to-use life-saving instructions.

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    #7

    This Parking Lot Has Lights Showing You The Empty Spaces. Genius

    Dimly lit parking garage showing cars parked on both sides with colored indicator lights above each space, illustrating genius solutions to everyday problems.

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    #8

    This Duck Ramp

    Metal duck ramp installed by a pond to help waterfowl access the water, a genius solution to everyday problems outdoors.

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    #9

    This Railing On Gazebo In Naples Has Braille Describing The View For Blind People. More Of This, Please

    Close-up of a metal railing with braille dots as a genius solution to everyday problems in an urban setting.

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    #10

    This Park Has A Tiny Water Fountain For Dogs

    Three-step public drinking fountains of different heights for accessible everyday problem solutions in a park setting.

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    #11

    My Park Installed Outdoor Workout Equipment Facing The Playground

    Outdoor exercise bikes under shade structure near playground showing genius solutions to everyday problems

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    #12

    Sink Area Designed For Drying

    Kitchen sink with a built-in draining board integrated into the countertop, showcasing genius solutions to everyday problems.

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    #13

    You Can Sit At The Ends Of This Picnic Table

    Man sitting at a large wooden picnic table in a garden, showcasing genius solutions to everyday problems outdoors.

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    #14

    My Eye Doctor's Office Uses Laminated Forms And A Wet Erase Marker To Cut Down On Paper Use

    Eye exam medical form on clipboard with pen, illustrating genius solutions to everyday problems for better health management.

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    #15

    Seems Like A Good Time To Finally Show Off The Spice Rack I Built

    Pull-out spice rack next to a stainless steel refrigerator showing genius solutions to everyday problems in kitchen storage.

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    #16

    These Benches That Turn Into Tables

    Innovative bench design with integrated table offers genius solutions to everyday problems in public seating spaces.

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    #17

    This System Allows You To Know If The Package Has Been Handled Correctly

    Tip N Tell device showing a package's tipped position with blue beads, a genius solution to everyday problems.

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    #18

    Traffic Light For The Jedi. In Ukraine

    Traffic lights with curved LED indicators show clear directions, a genius solution to everyday traffic problems in the city.

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    #19

    Books-A-Million Puts A Slip Of Paper Under The Stickers On Their Books To Prevent Sticker Residue Being Left On The Covers

    Hand removing a sticker from a book corner, demonstrating a genius solution to everyday problems with ease.

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    #20

    My Bracelet Came With A Paper Clip To Help Fasten The Clasp

    Paper clip bent into an S-shape to hold a bracelet in place as a genius solution to everyday problems.

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    #21

    Movie Theater Tells You If There's A Scene Near The End Of The Movie

    Chalkboard listing end credit scenes for movies, a clever everyday solution for quick movie info.

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    #22

    This Elevator With Foot Pedals For Floor Selection

    Elevator with traditional buttons and extra floor buttons on the floor as a genius solution to everyday problems.

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    #23

    This Restaurant Figured Out That Face Masks Fit In The Napkin Dispenser

    Metal dispenser repurposed to neatly hold disposable face masks, showcasing genius solutions to everyday problems.

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    #24

    A Very Clever Story-Time Chair

    Wooden double rocker chair outdoors and a man reading to three children, showcasing genius solutions to everyday problems.

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    #25

    Plantable Calendar Made From Recycled Paper

    Planting calendar cards with genius solutions for growing tulsi, tomato, and marigold using simple daily instructions.

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    #26

    New Toaster Has A Finger Pull In The Cord

    Hand plugging in a toaster with a flat plug into a power outlet showing a genius solution to everyday problems.

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    #27

    Boards Installed At The Traffic Light So You Don't Have To Get Off Your Bike While Waiting

    Cyclist using an innovative bike rack designed as one of the genius solutions to everyday problems in an urban setting.

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    #28

    University Has A Vending Machine With All The Things You Need As A Student, From Sanitary Pads To A Power Bank

    Vending machine with everyday problem solutions including chargers, pain relief, hygiene products, and stationery for genius convenience.

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    #29

    This Arthritis Relief Cream Now Comes With An Easy Open Cap For Those With Arthritis

    Hand holding a tube of Voltaren showing a genius solution to everyday joint pain problems outdoors.

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    #30

    On The Walls Of Madrid’s Metro System Is The Entire Novel Of Don Quixote, So You Can Read While You Wait And Pick Up The Next Time Where You Left Off

    Empty urban subway platform with benches and advertisements, showcasing genius solutions to everyday problems.

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    #31

    Genius

    Bowl with separate sections for dry and milk-soaked cereal, showcasing genius solutions to everyday problems.

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    #32

    IKEA Made Xbox And PlayStation Sized Boxes, That You Can Place And Check If It Will Fit On The Furniture You Want To Buy

    Boxes displaying precise measurements to help find IKEA media storage solutions for oversized gaming consoles.

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    #33

    My Ruler Has A Raised End So It’s Easier To Pick Up

    Close-up of a metal ruler on a blue surface, demonstrating genius solutions to everyday problems with precise measurements.

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    #34

    This Hotel I’m Staying At Has The Shower Shelf Accessible From Both Inside As Well As Outside

    Modern bathroom shower with glass door and built-in shelf, showcasing genius solutions to everyday problems for better organization.

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    #35

    This Pickle Jar Has A Little Handle Attached To A Basket That Makes The Pickles Easier To Retrieve

    Hand using a green tool to lift pickles from a jar demonstrating genius solutions to everyday problems.

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    #36

    These Tables Are On Railroad Tracks For Easy Moving

    Outdoor picnic tables with wheels on rails, a genius solution to flexible seating in public parks and green spaces.

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    #37

    This Restaurant Puts A Mesh Net Over Your Lemon So When You Squeeze It, No Seeds Get In Your Food

    Plate of golden fried fish and crispy french fries with lemon wrapped in cloth and tartar sauce, showcasing genius everyday solutions.

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    #38

    My Plastic Wrap Just Told Me To Add It To My Grocery List

    Plastic wrap box with easy start roll feature and a reminder label saying you’re almost out, a genius solution to everyday problems.

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    #39

    You Can Lock Up Your Skateboard By This Library

    Bike rack with circular holders used as a genius solution to securely store a skateboard outdoors.

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    #40

    An Egg Timer That Shows You How Hard Your Egg Is By Cooking It With The Egg

    Egg being boiled with a timer showing hard, medium, and soft cooking times as a genius solution to everyday problems.

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    #41

    This Post Office Has A Helpful Size Guide If You Want To Buy A Box

    Cardboard box size guide station with labeled compartments for different sizes, showcasing genius solutions to everyday problems.

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    #42

    My Microwave Has A "No Beep" Setting

    Close-up of a microwave control panel showing cooking presets, illustrating genius solutions to everyday problems with appliances.

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    #43

    Clever Decoration Idea Found At Aquarium Barcelona

    Creative fire extinguisher mounting designed as a scuba diver silhouette shows genius solutions to everyday problems.

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    #44

    My Pen Has A Built-In Periodic Table

    Small periodic table card held next to a pen, demonstrating genius solutions to everyday problems for quick reference.

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    #45

    Extra Long Scissors For Wrapping Paper

    Hand holding oversized scissors with black handles on a concrete floor showing genius solutions to everyday problems.

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    #46

    This Mall Has A “Husband Depository” With Massage Chairs And Phone Chargers

    Husband depository lounge with people sitting and relaxing, showcasing genius solutions to everyday problems in a public space.

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    #47

    This Korean Snack Has Two Notches On The Bag, So You Can Open At The Second Notch For Easier Access In The Later Stages Of Snacking

    Hand holding a Korean snack package with cheese illustration, a genius solution to everyday problems for quick snacks.

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    #48

    These Straws Made Out Of Pasta So They Don't Dissolve Like Paper

    Hand holding a pack of sustainable pasta straws made from 100% durum wheat semolina in a grocery store aisle.

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