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00:00So, grocery carts have loops for a reason.
00:03You don't want to put your jacket in your cart next to a bunch of potatoes and onions, do you?
00:08Hang it on the loop instead.
00:10It's there to help you organize your cart better.
00:13Carts also have a cool section at the bottom.
00:16Whenever your cart's full, just lift it up and attach a shopping basket for extra purchases.
00:21Lift up the whole metal thing,
00:23sit your basket on the horizontal bar above the wheels,
00:27and secure it with those handy hooks.
00:30If you've got some pesky parsley stuck in your teeth, try this tip.
00:34It can be hard to get it all out with loose floss.
00:37You need more tension.
00:38Just tie it in a knot.
00:41Toothpaste stripes may seem a bit weird.
00:43It's just a marketing trick.
00:45Back in the 70s, a leading toothpaste brand added a blue stripe
00:50to show that their toothpaste had double action.
00:53Solid white toothpaste worked just as well.
00:55But those blue bristles on your toothbrush actually make sense.
01:01They gradually lose their color over time.
01:04When the blue's faded, it's time to change your toothbrush.
01:08Ever notice that tiny hole on the bottom of a padlock?
01:12Its hidden purpose is to drain water out to keep it from rusting.
01:16It's also the place to lubricate a padlock.
01:19A drop of oil in there will make it open and close way easier.
01:23Those ridges on the edge of dimes aren't just for show.
01:27People used to shave off the edges, then melt the edges down into new coins.
01:32But thanks to the new design, it's easy to tell if someone's been shaving the edges off.
01:38If you still struggle with peeling an orange, here's another way of opening it.
01:43First, cut off the top and bottom.
01:46Make a slit on the side and pull it open.
01:49That knobbly bit sticking out of the cap of your favorite cream is there for a reason.
01:54These tubes are usually sealed with foil.
01:57So, unless you love breaking your nails trying to open them,
02:00just flip the cap over and push.
02:03The tiny rubber disc under every bottle cap isn't just for seeing if you want a lifetime supply of soda.
02:11It's what keeps your drink all nice and bubbly.
02:13The lid keeps the liquid inside.
02:16The rubber disc keeps the gas inside.
02:19Until you drink it.
02:21If you use the blue side of your eraser to erase pen,
02:25your notebooks are probably all full of holes.
02:28The blue side's there for when you need to erase something on much thicker paper.
02:32It works on pencil and even ink, as long as the paper's thick enough.
02:37Your bobby pins might not stay in place if the grooves aren't facing the right way.
02:42They should always be on the bottom, close to your head.
02:46Still coming loose?
02:47Put a squeeze of hairspray right onto the bobby pin before you put it in your hair.
02:53Many glass bottles usually have some sort of indent at the bottom.
02:58It's handy if you want to be fancy.
03:00Put your thumb in the indent and pour away.
03:04The technical name for this little dude is a punt.
03:07Those sugar sticks at your local coffee stand are ready to be opened in a new and easier way.
03:14Look how happy they are!
03:15Try splitting it right down the middle.
03:18No more sugar on your fingers.
03:20No more tiny little paper bit.
03:22Even your coffee's happier.
03:23Your cotton rounds pack has those strings on it, so you can hang it on a handy hook in the
03:29bathroom.
03:30But there's no need to loosen and tighten back up again every time.
03:35Check out the bottom of the pack.
03:37It has a perforated line.
03:39Tear it open carefully, and you're good to go.
03:43Doorknobs are usually made of brass, bronze, or some other copper alloy.
03:47Why?
03:48They're antibacterial, so they stop microbes from spreading.
03:52Just a couple of hours, and the pesky microbes are gone.
03:56But don't forget to wash your hands anyway!
03:59Bottles have long necks for a reason.
04:02Hold the neck, not the bottle, if you want to enjoy a cold drink.
04:07Two zips too much?
04:08Maybe.
04:09But they come in handy as a clever anti-theft device.
04:13Just lock them together.
04:14Now, no one can open your backpack.
04:17Don't have a lock on you?
04:19You can also tie them together with some string, or even just a paper clip.
04:23Anything to slow those pickpockets down.
04:27That tiny little button on the back of a shirt collar is used to hold your tie in place.
04:32You don't want your tie trying to escape back there.
04:36Shoe manufacturers care about their customers.
04:38So, most running shoes now have a special anti-blister system, pre-installed.
04:45Hmm.
04:45Sounds intense, but it's basically just that extra hole on top of your sneakers.
04:50Make a loop with the extra hole, inserting the lace backwards.
04:55Cross your laces and put them through the loops.
04:57Now, pull the laces down to lock your foot in place.
05:02Now, run!
05:04You'll find silica gel packets when you buy bags, shoes, even some snacks.
05:09Don't throw them away.
05:11They soak up excess moisture.
05:13So, any times your shoes are a bit damp, chuck a few gel packets in there overnight.
05:19You might have been using your shampoo wrong this whole time.
05:23Really?
05:23Here's the gist.
05:25Don't apply it to your hair.
05:27Just apply it to the roots.
05:28The foam you create will trickle down on your hair anyway.
05:33Notebook margins aren't for taking extra notes or practicing emojis.
05:37They were invented to protect people's work.
05:40People used to live with a lot of hungry rats around.
05:44The rats would nibble at the paper, eating people's work.
05:47They put the margin lines there to let people know to start their writing further from the edge,
05:52so it's not lost to a hungry rodent.
05:55Solo cups are the key element for any barbecue party.
05:59But these red cups are even cooler than you thought.
06:02You can use them to measure liquids.
06:05The bottom line equals 1 ounce, the second line equals 5 ounces, and the third line equals 12 ounces.
06:13If you like milk on your tea, try this tip out next time.
06:17Pour it from the other side of the carton.
06:19It sloshes around less, and it's easier to control.
06:24Car headrests are all about comfort, and detachable headrests are all about safety.
06:29If you pull the headrest out, you'll see two sturdy metal bars.
06:34If you ever get locked or trapped in a car, you can use the bars to smash the window and
06:39get out.
06:41Women's shirts have their buttons on the left, even though about 85% of people are right-handed.
06:47It would make way more sense to have them on the right.
06:51The thing is, back in the day, wealthy women had maids to help them dress.
06:56So, for them, the buttons on the left made things much easier, don't you know?
07:03The tab on your rear-view mirror does have a real function, people.
07:07It holds your air freshener, your huge fuzzy dyes, maybe a big smiley emoji.
07:13But it's actually a switch between day and night mode for your mirror.
07:17When it's dark out, the night mode blocks the glare from the car behind you.
07:23The McFlurry spoon has a square handle on it.
07:26It gets attached directly to the ice cream machine, and the ice cream and toppings get mixed in together, right
07:32in your cup.
07:33It saves the employees loads of time, plus it saves water, because they don't have to wash the machine after
07:39each one.
07:41Wooden hangers are so hot right now, they could burn up your clothes.
07:46Nah, not really, but they look better and are more natural.
07:49But there's another reason to use them.
07:52They're made of cedar, which is a natural moth repellent.
07:55Bonus tip?
07:56Add some dry orange peel to your closet.
07:59No moth is ever going in there again.
08:02We all spend about 30 minutes in the bathroom every day.
08:06But just because we use a lot of personal care items to make sure we look and feel our best,
08:11doesn't mean these things should be stored in the bathroom.
08:15To start off, that includes bar soap.
08:18Keeping your soap near the direct stream of your shower can shorten its shelf life.
08:23Water will break your bar soap down, and the residue will build up in your bath.
08:27The best way to store your soap is to keep it on a soap dish with holes that let it
08:32dry outside of the shower.
08:35Razors
08:35Shower steam and the buildup of humidity can rust the blades, which, in turn, can damage your skin.
08:42Even if you properly clean and dry it off after using, storing it in a humid bathroom environment will shorten
08:48the lifespan of your razor.
08:51Towels
08:52Keeping your used damp towels in the bathroom can be a recipe for grossness.
08:58Warmth and humidity make bathrooms the perfect breeding ground for bacteria,
09:03and towels will pick up germs that will later transfer to our skin.
09:07Ideally, you should wash your towels after three uses and allow them to dry completely before they're used again.
09:15Your bathrobe
09:16Much like bath towels, damp robes can harbor germs and bacteria, and humidity can give them an unpleasant smell.
09:25If you're putting on a damp bathrobe right after showering, you can consider your shower pretty much pointless.
09:32Instead of keeping your bathrobe on a hook in your bathroom, hang it in a place where it can air
09:37dry.
09:38Your phone
09:40Now, it's not the best idea to use your phone while on the toilet, and taking your phone into the
09:46bathroom isn't safe either.
09:48Scrolling through your feed while soaking in the tub may be dangerous.
09:52And if you need your tunes while you shower, don't keep your phone on the counter.
09:56The steam from the shower can get inside and ruin its internal parts.
10:01If you just can't go without music while scrubbing down, it's worth investing in a waterproof speaker.
10:08Face Screens
10:09When your skin cream isn't tightly closed or sealed, the damp air in the bathroom can encourage bacteria to grow.
10:16Those bacteria can cause skin irritation and ruin your complexion.
10:20Plus, every time you take a hot shower, the heat can cause the ingredients to separate.
10:26The perfect place to store your skincare products is a dry drawer outside of the bathroom or in the fridge.
10:33That's why they call it cold cream.
10:36Makeup Brushes
10:38It's important to clean your brushes regularly and to properly dry them afterward to avoid bacterial growth.
10:45But once you're done washing your brushes, it's best to store them in a dry place, standing brush-side up
10:51in a cup.
10:52Warm and humid air in the bathroom encourages mold and bacteria to spread on them.
10:57And just like your toothbrush, they will pick up germs that you will later smear right on your skin.
11:04Perfume
11:05Storing your fragrances in a bathroom can break down their molecular structure and cause them to sour.
11:12To keep your favorite perfume fresh for longer, look for a closet or cupboard outside the bathroom to store it
11:19in.
11:20Jewelry
11:21The bathroom isn't the right place to keep your jewelry, even if you just take it off before stepping into
11:27the shower.
11:27The humid environment will make the jewelry oxidize faster, causing it to lose shine and tarnish.
11:33Unless it is pure gold, your favorite pieces that are composed of different metals will react faster in humidity.
11:42Toothbrushes
11:43When you flush the toilet with the lid up, germs can spread up to 15 feet, and bacteria will most
11:50likely get sprayed all over your toothbrush.
11:53Dentists recommend keeping your toothbrush as far away as possible from the toilet, in a place where it can dry
12:00completely.
12:00The best place is covered, like in your bathroom closet or a medicine cabinet.
12:05And forget about those little plastic covers for your toothbrush.
12:09Yep, they encourage bacterial growth in that little cramped space in a human environment.
12:15Okie dokie, are you grossed out yet?
12:17Yeah, me too.
12:18So, now you know what to do.
12:22So, you hungry, but not quite ready to eat a three-course meal just yet?
12:27How about some instant noodles instead?
12:29Ah, the water's boiled, your tummy's rumbling, but there's a problem.
12:34The styrofoam cup's broken, and the noodles are exposed.
12:37Wait, is that a space at the bottom of the cup?
12:40Why?
12:41That space is for protecting the noodles.
12:44It's not the company trying to save money or anything.
12:47Notice how the ramen in cups is hardly ever broken, but the one in the packet comes out looking like
12:52a mess?
12:53This technique is called a middle suspension.
12:56The noodles are packed in tightly to stop them from getting crushed in the delivery truck.
13:00It's not just about the noodles looking nice and long.
13:03It also helps those tasty noodles soften more easily.
13:08Now, morning breath isn't the best.
13:10Luckily, there's an easy way to get rid of it.
13:13Yeah, it would have been easy to think that mouthwash was invented for, you know, watching your mouth.
13:18Well, mouthwash was originally invented and sold as a floor cleaner.
13:23It was sold to hospitals as an antiseptic for years.
13:26It never really took off.
13:28Some genius in marketing rebranded it as a mouthwash.
13:32And the rest is minty fresh history.
13:34So, after you've cleaned your teeth, just remember, rebranding can be pretty powerful.
13:41It's hard to imagine a world without the internet these days.
13:44No streaming, no online games, or pictures of cute little kitties.
13:49Yeah, that's not what it was designed for.
13:51But who cares, right?
13:52The prototype internet was called ARPANET, or the Advanced Research Projects Agency Network.
13:59This machine was very sensitive.
14:01To stop anyone from turning it off, some clever scientist stuck a piece of paper on it with these powerful
14:07words.
14:07This machine is a server. Do not power it down.
14:11It was written in red ink.
14:13Hey, nice touch.
14:15Having your professor scribbling in the margins of your notebook isn't exactly new.
14:19Except that margins weren't designed for that.
14:22They're rat protection.
14:24Back in the day, rats would nibble on paper all the time.
14:28So, if you wrote something on the edge of the paper, it ended up inside a hungry rat.
14:33A couple of well-placed lines stopped your best answers from getting eaten.
14:38Hey, I can't finish this pizza.
14:41Time to cover up those leftovers.
14:43Luckily, I have plenty of plastic wrap.
14:45A little tug, and the roll just jumped out.
14:48Prison break!
14:49If you look at the wrap's home, the long, thin box, there's a special little feature that can help you.
14:56A cardboard tab on each end.
14:58Push them in, and the roll's not going anywhere.
15:01Strange that I've never seen them before.
15:05It's lunchtime!
15:07I'm feeling like a California roll today.
15:09Seaweed, rice, cucumber, avocado, and crab meat.
15:13Or is it?
15:14It's actually imitation crab meat.
15:17It's basically cheap white fish blended with sugar.
15:20The fish mixture is then heated and pressed into shape.
15:24Mmm, yummy!
15:25That's maybe why it's called the hot dog of the sea.
15:29Nah, I just made that up.
15:31Your microwave has a secret we've all seen, but never paid attention to.
15:37That black mesh you see on the door is a Faraday cage.
15:40It stops the electromagnetic energy, or the microwaves, from escaping.
15:45And cooking you, too.
15:47That's how it heats up your food so quickly.
15:49Every microwave has to have one, and they all vary in quality.
15:53This Faraday cage can even stop signals from your phone.
15:57Which I guess is useful.
15:58Hey, you don't need your popcorn to stop popping in order to take a call, do you?
16:03Airplane mode's a bit easier, though.
16:06Ever taken an IQ test and realized you're Einstein-level smart?
16:11Me neither.
16:12The median IQ is only 100.
16:15Plus, there's very little evidence that Einstein ever even took the test.
16:20In the beginning, most people thought the tests were too vague to be helpful in any way.
16:24The test was designed for children who needed help with their studies.
16:28Later, they realized it could be adapted to identify intelligence.
16:32But it was never originally designed for that.
16:36Hey, never pop bubble wrap.
16:38You're missing out.
16:39And you guessed it.
16:40It was never meant to be popped or used in the way we use it today.
16:44It was invented as a new, textured wallpaper.
16:48By sealing two shower curtains together, they created the first bubbles.
16:52The idea never really took off, obviously.
16:55After failing as wallpaper, it discovered its true meaning in life.
17:00It could protect sensitive items.
17:02When the first computers were being shipped, bubble wrap was there to help.
17:06Imagine a house with bubble wrap wallpaper in every room.
17:10Best or worst thing ever?
17:12Hey, leave me a comment below.
17:14If you owned one of the biggest companies in the world, selling one of the most known products on the
17:19planet,
17:20how would you keep your company's secret a secret?
17:23The formula for Coca-Cola isn't patented.
17:27The first recipe was, but when they made changes, no patent ever went through.
17:32The secret formula is still only known by a few people at the company.
17:37Not only that, but not even Coca-Cola's rival wants the recipe.
17:41In 2006, a disgruntled employee tried to sell off the secret, but it didn't work.
17:49Hey, take a look at your brand new mattress.
17:51Do you see the Do Not Remove Under Penalty of Law tag?
17:55Wow, that thing looks pretty serious.
17:57Good news, though, the tags aren't meant for you.
18:00They're aimed at the mattress seller.
18:02A hundred years ago, mattress makers used to create the filling with basically anything.
18:07Animal hair, old hospital beds, or clothing.
18:11Then, strict laws stopped old hospital beds from being used.
18:15Their mattresses were filled with germs.
18:18Now, on a rainy day, Play-Doh is something everyone can make at home.
18:23Mash up some flour, water, salt, food coloring, and wham!
18:27Any creative person is amused for hours.
18:30Cheap, clean, non-toxic, the perfect modeling clay.
18:34But it was never made for that.
18:37This stuff was originally for cleaning up walls in the 1930s.
18:40That's because people started going crazy for wallpaper,
18:44which you couldn't use soap and water on.
18:46Eventually, Play-Doh had to find a new home.
18:50Now, have you ever finished a lollipop and noticed a hole in the stick?
18:54This hole isn't just for show or to make a musical instrument with after you're done.
18:59It's there to keep that tasty sweet treat from falling off.
19:03While the candy's still hot, it's poured into a mold.
19:06As it hardens, the candy flows into the hole and creates an anchor.
19:11Oh, not into lollipops?
19:13How about good old American gummy bears?
19:16Unfortunately, they aren't American at all.
19:19They're German.
19:20A German company started making them in 1922.
19:24The original name was Gummy... something-something.
19:27Anyway, they got the inspiration from real dancing bears at live shows.
19:32These treats eventually made it all the way around the world.
19:36Hey, ever wondered what those little bumps were for on the F and J keys on your keyboard?
19:42These little raised ridges are to help your index fingers be in the best possible spot for lightning-fast typing.
19:49Keeping those fingers on F and J, it makes it way easier to reach all the keys, especially if you
19:55don't look at the keyboard.
19:56Now, everybody loves a Slinky.
19:59If you've ever watched one of them strut down the stairs with groovy music in the background, congrats!
20:04You're definitely a YouTube fan.
20:07People of all ages loved it when it came out.
20:10Which is crazy because it was never meant to be a toy at all.
20:14It's a spring!
20:15It was originally designed to stabilize sensitive nautical devices on ships.
20:20Nothing fun about that at all.
20:22Until that amazing day when one of them fell off a table and danced its way into our hearts.
20:29After many experiments, the new and improved Slinky was born.
20:33Give that team of scientists a medal!
20:36Now, that little pocket on your jeans wasn't designed for loose chains or keys.
20:41It was originally made to store your pocket watch.
20:43You don't have a pocket watch?
20:45How is that possible?
20:47They were all the rage in the 1890s.
20:50But that's not all that makes your old pair of jeans interested.
20:54Look around the pocket areas.
20:56You'll see rivets sticking out.
20:58No, they're not some cool fashion idea from the past.
21:01These rivets serve a very crucial role.
21:04They help protect the sensitive areas of the jeans that get the most wear and tear.
21:08Back in the day, most people wore jeans to do hard manual labor, so they needed to be tough.
21:15If those guys back then saw you paying a hundred bucks for a pair of ripped jeans, they'd probably pass
21:20out from shock.
21:22So get this.
21:24An extra hole at the upper part of the sink has multiple hidden functions.
21:28First, in case someone forgets to close the tap, the water won't overflow and the bathroom won't get flooded.
21:35Second, thanks to that hole, the water drains faster as it gives an escape for the air helping the water
21:41flow down.
21:42Those two holes on the side of any Converse shoe are not there only to let the stinky air out.
21:48Sure, breathability is important for any athlete.
21:51But the second reason is that athletes lace through those holes to get a better grip.
21:56Donuts have a hole in the middle, and it doesn't stand for O and donut.
22:01It's not designed for an easier grip either, although it can be quite convenient.
22:05It's actually made this way for mass baking, so that they cook all the way through evenly.
22:11Most metallic zippers have a hidden lock inside them to save you from awkward situations, such as an undone fly.
22:19Oh boy.
22:20Don't leave the zipper handle in an upward position.
22:22When you pull it downwards, it automatically locks.
22:25It's all thanks to those tiny grooves hidden underneath the handle.
22:30Almost any public toilet has a large gap between the floor and the door.
22:35The reason for such a zero-privacy thing is to actually minimize the level of privacy and comfort,
22:41so that people wouldn't stay there long and there'd be no lines.
22:45It's also easier to clean and safer if some emergency occurs.
22:50Spoiled milk emits gases, like most foods when they go bad.
22:54A classic plastic milk jug has a concave shape on one side.
22:58So, when the gases expand inside the jug, it expands too, and the concave shape curves out.
23:05Also, if you want to save some milk for later and freeze it, the jug will expand when the milk
23:11gets solid as well, occupying more space in a jug.
23:16Headrests in a car are about comfort, and detachable headrests are about safety.
23:20If you pull the headrest out of the seat, you'll see two bars, which are quite sturdy.
23:25If you ever get locked or trapped in a car, you can get out of there smashing the window with
23:30one of these bars.
23:32Bath foam isn't only for fun or a nice smell.
23:35It also helps regulate the temperature.
23:38The bubbles keep the water hot, so you can enjoy a bath a bit longer.
23:42Anyway, it works for acrylic bathtubs only.
23:45Those made of metal lose heat really fast either way.
23:49Many cups and mugs have little grooves on the bottom on purpose.
23:53They're designed for dishwashing machines.
23:56The grooves let the water flow and not spill over your feet when you take the cup out.
24:02Also, those grooves let the air flow, so the cup doesn't crack even if the tea is scalding.
24:08Almost all measuring tapes have a metal tip with a small slot on the end.
24:12You can use this slot to hang the tape on a nail or a screw and make measurements without anyone's
24:18help.
24:19Sometimes, this tip has a row of sharp points along the edge on one side.
24:23That comes in handy when you want to leave a mark without using a pencil.
24:28Doorknobs are usually made of brass, bronze, and some other copper alloys for a reason.
24:33They have an antibacterial effect, so they stop microbes from spreading.
24:38They get rid of a range of harmful germs pretty fast, within a couple of hours.
24:42But don't forget to wash your hands anyway.
24:46Grocery carts have loops for a reason.
24:48You don't want to put your jacket in a cart next to potatoes and onions.
24:52Hang it on a loop.
24:53This little hook-like thing is here to help you better organize the space in your cart.
24:59The carts also have a super handy grid.
25:01Whenever the cart's full, you just need to lift the grid and attach the shopping basket for extra purchases,
25:07placing it in between the horizontal bar above the wheels and the hook the grid has.
25:13A point on an ointment cap is there for a reason too.
25:17Most tubes are usually sealed with foil, and it's better to avoid opening it with fingers unless you're ready to
25:23say goodbye to your nails.
25:25A point easily opens even the most safely sealed tube.
25:29A pack of cotton pads has those strings on it so that we could hang it on some hook or
25:34holder.
25:35And no, there's no need to untighten and tighten the pack again.
25:39Look at the bottom of the pack.
25:41It has a perforated line.
25:43Tear along it, and now you're good to pull out a cotton pad.
25:46If you've ever tried a Nintendo cartridge to taste, you'll confirm that they taste revolting,
25:53leaving a sour, bitterish aftertaste in your mouth.
25:56They're covered with denotonium benzoate, one of the most disgusting flavors ever known.
26:02Actually, this taste is kind of a hidden function.
26:05It prevents people from swallowing those cartridges.
26:08Silica gel can often be found in different things you buy, like bags, shoes, and many others.
26:14Don't throw it away.
26:16It's meant to absorb excess moisture.
26:18So anytime your shoes are a bit wet, just throw in a packet with silica gel.
26:25Escalator brushes aren't for keeping your shoes clean or polished.
26:28It's for our safety.
26:30Brushes won't let you come close to the edge, so a long coat or bootcut jeans won't end up between
26:36the steps.
26:38Rough edges on the dimes aren't just about design.
26:41The coins used to be made of precious metals to show their real value.
26:45People would shave off the edges, spending the shaven coins with the same value, and melt the edges into new
26:52coins.
26:52To avoid it, minters added that pattern so people could tell if someone cut that coin before.
26:59Ever notice a tiny hole on the bottom of a padlock?
27:02Its hidden purpose is to drain water to help avoid corrosion.
27:06It's always the most convenient place to lubricate a padlock.
27:10A drop of oil in there will make it open and close easier.
27:14Bottles have long necks for a reason.
27:17Hold the neck, not the bottle, if you want to enjoy a cold drink.
27:20Same goes for fancy glasses.
27:23Their stem saves any drink from overheating.
27:26So, hold it right!
27:28Notebook margins are not some extra space for note-taking.
27:32In fact, people invented them to protect their notes.
27:35People used to co-live with rats, and these guys like gnawing on everything they see on their way, including
27:41paper.
27:42Still, rats weren't able to chew more than the space left on the margins.
27:48That black grate on a microwave isn't just some fancy decoration.
27:52It's called a Faraday shield.
27:54And it prevents the rays from escaping the microwave.
27:57It also speeds up the heating, so you can enjoy yesterday's leftovers faster.
28:02It may also block phone signals.
28:04So, if you're tired of numerous calls, just put the phone into a microwave.
28:09But don't turn it on.
28:11All tic-tac containers are designed to dispense one tic-tac every time you open it.
28:16The lid has the same shape as the candy.
28:18Turn the container upside down, gently shake it, and slowly open it.
28:22You'll notice only one candy stuck between those lid grooves.
28:26So, if you just open the container and shake it until five or more candies fall into your mouth,
28:31that means you've been eating tic-tac wrong all this time.
28:35Those little holes in the airplane windows are designed to control the cabin pressure.
28:41They also protect the windows from fogging up as the temperatures drop and rise.
28:46By the way, the airplane window is round for a reason.
28:49This way, pressure is evenly distributed, so it doesn't get deformed.
28:54Blue bristles on a toothbrush are actually an indicator that it's just about time to change the brush.
29:00As the bristles get in contact with water, the blue or whatever other pigment fades away.
29:06So, the more you use it, the duller the color becomes.
29:10A triple handle on a jerry can is there to make it easier for two people to carry it and
29:15distribute the fuel evenly.
29:17Gas cans often have a second hole that actually needs to be uncapped too before you pour the gas.
29:23The air passage will prevent it from pouring out, so no more fuel waste.
29:29The tab on the rear-view mirror does have a function.
29:32It holds your air freshener, a pair of foam dies, your graduation tassel, and some other useful stuff.
29:38But in fact, it works as a tumbler between day and night mode.
29:42It helps hold the glare from the car behind you.
29:45Those car lights can blind you.
29:49Hey, look!
29:50Are all of the bristles on your toothbrush bent out of shape?
29:53Like me?
29:54Only kidding.
29:55Well, it's time to throw it in the trash.
29:58Our mouths are full of harmful bacteria, so toothbrushes need to be replaced every 3-4 months if you want
30:04to have a safe and hygienic morning.
30:07Now, when's the last time you replaced your pillows or cushions?
30:10If you don't remember, it's time to put them into the bin.
30:14Every time we sleep on them, we leave behind tiny pieces of ourselves so they don't stay clean for long.
30:21Pillows should be replaced every year or two.
30:24While we're in the bedroom, if your mattress is more than 10 years old, it's probably time to go shopping
30:29for a new one.
30:30Over time, they can accumulate allergens like mold, mildew, dust mites, and other things you wouldn't want to sleep around.
30:38Even if you clean your mattress well, if it's nearly 10 years old, it could be home to billions of
30:44bacteria by now.
30:45Now, there's no reason to keep that menu from the pizza place you didn't like.
30:49It's time to recycle those old items.
30:52Look your favorite takeout up on the internet, and you're sure to find an easier way to order online.
30:58Unless you're planning on moving anytime soon, there's no need for all those cardboard boxes.
31:04Just imagine how much space they're all taking up.
31:07Donate them if they're in good condition, or recycle them.
31:11Remember when you last sewed on a button?
31:14If you're like most people, then it's never.
31:16Why do we always have a little bag filled with extra buttons?
31:20If you don't have the matching clothing anymore, you shouldn't keep the buttons.
31:24Pretty much everything has an expiration date, even those spices and canned soups sitting right in the back of your
31:31cupboards.
31:32It's time to toss anything that's expired.
31:35Don't forget to wipe down your shelves while they're cleared too.
31:39Old receipts pile up quickly.
31:41Unless it's tax-deductible, you don't need them anymore, especially if you can't even read them.
31:47As soon as it turns into a new year, it's safe to say you won't be needing that outdated calendar
31:53anytime soon.
31:54Give it the old heave-hole.
31:56Putting furniture together can drive the calmest person crazy.
32:00Unless you're planning to take it apart again, though, you'll never need the manual again.
32:05Throw it into the recycling and make your house a bit tidier.
32:09That sunscreen is so last year.
32:12Old sunscreen loses its ability to protect from the sun's rays over time, so…
32:16If you don't want to turn as red as a lobster, throw it out and buy a new one.
32:21This one might sting, but it's time to say goodbye to all those DVDs.
32:26Like VHS, they're outdated.
32:29If you can stream it, you don't need physical copies anymore.
32:32Keep your favorites and get a bit of extra money for the rest.
32:36Try to play any board game with missing pieces, and you'll realize that it's not much fun anymore.
32:43Replace them with new versions and enjoy the games the way they were intended to be played.
32:48Takeout restaurants love to give more packets of ketchup than necessary, and we're always holding on to them just in
32:55case.
32:55You should have a clean-up and throw them all away.
32:58You really don't want the unfortunate surprise of finding one that's expired or, worse, leaked everywhere.
33:05Now, just because you've put expired batteries back into storage doesn't mean they'll start working again.
33:11They may be amazing, but they're not magical.
33:14Old batteries can also be dangerous, so make sure to dispose of them safely.
33:20Like the black hole in the washing machine, as where the old socks go, there's another one capturing the Tupperware
33:27container's lids.
33:28You're never going to find the lid, ever, so send it off for recycling.
33:33If you've gotten any old, broken phones lying around your house, try to sell them or recycle them at your
33:39local electronics store.
33:41Unless you're an engineer, you probably won't get them working again, so it's time to let go.
33:48Most unused exercise equipment just ends up holding laundry.
33:52If you're not using it, you should sell it.
33:54It's taking up way too much space in your house, and it's probably quite valuable.
33:59Think of all the extra cash just sitting there.
34:03Holding on to travel brochures from trips you've already gone on doesn't make any sense.
34:08You'll never use them again, and there are far better mementos.
34:12Just enjoy the photos you have from that vacation and get prepared for the next one.
34:17You might have a bag of old Christmas cards somewhere in your house.
34:21If you do, it's time to let them go.
34:24Save any that are special to you, and toss the rest into recycling.
34:28Get rid of all those old bills you don't need to keep anymore.
34:32Who needs to be reminded of how much money they've spent?
34:36If you have a thousand fridge magnets, you might want to get rid of some.
34:41They're probably just making your fridge look cluttered anyway.
34:44Throw away any you don't even remember getting, and keep a few of your favorites in a drawer.
34:50Have a look at your stationary drawer.
34:52If you haven't used that hole punch or pencil sharpener since you left school, it might be time to let
34:58them go.
34:59You probably don't use those tiny screws and plastic pieces from furniture you don't even remember owning.
35:07In the trash they go.
35:09Magazines you've already read a million times and recipe books you rarely use anymore are great dust collectors.
35:17Keep the ones you still look at, gather up the rest, and get recycling.
35:21Deep down, you know you're never going to use those white-out bottles.
35:26They probably dried up years ago. Bye!
35:30Everything comes with a remote control these days.
35:33If you own more than necessary, throw them away!
35:37We all have that special container filled with used rubber bands, twisty ties, and paper clips that we're never going
35:44to find a use for.
35:45Find the trash and throw them all inside.
35:49If you haven't worn a pair of shoes in five years, you probably won't feel like wearing them anytime soon.
35:55These are great to donate, if they're still usable, of course.
36:00Concert tickets, name tags from conferences, and old entry passes don't need to be kept once the event is over.
36:07Holding on to old clothing that hasn't fit in years in hopes you'll wear it again is just a waste
36:13of space.
36:14Keep anything that is sentimental value, donate the rest to a local charity, and free up some room for some
36:20cool new clothes.
36:22Newspapers more than a few days old should be recycled.
36:25Unless there's an article you absolutely need, toss any old newspapers.
36:30All those craft supplies for projects that you never actually started can easily be donated or given to a friend
36:38who is bored during those winter months.
36:40Everyone loves fresh-squeezed orange juice, but how often are you actually squeezing those oranges yourself?
36:48It's time to get rid of all your old novelty kitchen gadgets.
36:52If you're lucky, a cleanup might remind you of some of your old favorites.
36:56It's not your cooking skills that are wrecking your steak dinner.
37:00It's the cheap pans that keep burning your meal.
37:03Investing in a new set will ensure that your food is cooked to perfection.
37:07Take away chopsticks, plastic cutlery, and more napkins than you care to count.
37:12If you haven't used them in a year, they need to go.
37:16Items packed with takeouts are usually very low quality, so it isn't a good idea to use them years afterwards.
37:23We've all taken up baking at one point, but how many baking dishes can you really fit in your oven
37:28at the same time?
37:29Keep what you use and set the others free.
37:32There are always empty bottles and jars kept just in case.
37:37If you're not making a lot of pasta sauce, you don't need many.
37:41Getting rid of them clears shelf space for things you use more often.
37:45Unless you think there's a good chance you'll return those brand-new purchases,
37:49you should only hold on to the boxes for a couple of weeks.
37:53Unless you're building a box castle, of course.
37:56Dull knives can make eating that roast chicken nearly impossible,
38:00especially when the knives were cheap to begin with.
38:03Inexpensive knives aren't easily sharpened, so it's time to replace them with a few quality ones.
38:10Towels need replacing often, but don't let them go to waste.
38:13Old towels make great rags when you cut them up.
38:16They also make for a good dog blanket for when you go to the beach and don't want sand all
38:22over your car.
38:22If you can't identify what's in the freezer with a glance, toss it.
38:28You don't want to risk spreading bacteria to your newer food.
38:31A natural loofah should be replaced every 3-4 weeks.
38:35If you've got one of the plastic ones, those can last for 2 months.
38:39Over time, they accumulate bacteria and skin cells from our adventures.
38:44As a general rule, when they start to look too fluffy, it's better to replace them.
38:49After painting the living room, it makes sense to keep the leftover paint in the garage.
38:54Except that it was years ago!
38:56If it hasn't dried out completely, it's probably expired.
39:00That black hole in the washing machine that keeps eating your socks isn't returning them anytime soon.
39:06Time to just accept the loss and say goodbye to the odd socks cluttering your drawer.
39:12Now that you have gotten rid of unmatched socks, you might as well get rid of any pairs that have
39:17holes in them.
39:18The same goes for any clothing that looks a bit worse for wear, too.
39:23If you don't think you'll ever have the patience to restore your rusty tools, it's a better idea just to
39:29replace them.
39:30Make sure to store them correctly, too.
39:32They'll last a lot longer.
39:34Think you're going to find a use for all those stretched-out air ties?
39:37Eh, think again.
39:39All they'll do is fill up your drawers.
39:42Dogs or cats are often spoiled for choice of toys and treats.
39:46If you notice that the house is filled with toys, when it's time to do the housekeeping, get rid of
39:52some.
39:53Your dog probably won't miss that toy that has been stuffed behind the sofa for two years.
39:58If they're not too worn, you could even donate them to a shelter.
40:02Do you have lots of keys in the house you don't remember the use for?
40:06Eh, me too.
40:08Then that's probably a sign to get rid of some.
40:11Make sure to try them all out first, though.
40:13You might have the key to some secret pirate treasure.
40:17Maybe the first time you get a business card, it's cool to keep.
40:20But if you can't close your wallet or purse anymore, it's time to discard them.
40:25Sort through to see if you have any important ones, and get rid of ones from people you've never heard
40:30of.
40:31Kitchen sponges can get dirty really quickly.
40:34The only solution is to replace your sponge more often, especially when they're starting to get a smell.
40:40You don't want to add a dose to E. coli to your meal every time you wipe a plate down.
40:46All shapes and sizes of hangers just seem to appear in the closet.
40:50If you've got old or broken hangers just taking up space, do your clothes a favor and buy some new
40:56ones.
40:57They're really cheap to replace, and new ones will make your wardrobe a lot better looking.
41:02Got a lot of baggage at home?
41:04It's probably time to take a trip!
41:06Or take a load off.
41:07One large suitcase for long trips and a smaller bag for day trips are all that's needed.
41:13Any more, and you're taking way too many vacations.
41:16Which is not a bad thing.