Top 10 Life Hacks Used 100 Years Ago That Are Still Surprisingly Useful Will Make You Change The Way You Think

Mar 26, 2018 by apost team

In this modern age, we often take for granted how much is done for us to the point where we get so confused why some things don’t work as expected. This is where life hacks come in with the sole purpose of making your life easier while being a little creative at the same time. We’re learning on a daily basis how to change the way we think or get things done to make the process more efficient and for the most part, quick!  

Although, over the past year or so, we have all been reading and watching videos about life hacks, and as a result, more and more people are discovering new ways of doing things. But did you know that over 100 years ago life hacks were being displayed on cards attached to the back of cigarette packs? Below we’re going to take a look at the top 10 hacks used 100 years ago. It truly is surprising how little has changed, and how useful they still are today.
 

1. How to Extract A Splinter

All those ways of extracting a splinter, and I didn't know this one! I am totally going to try this! 

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2. How To Cut Fresh Bread Into Thin Slices

3. How To Judge The Weather

4. How To Clean New Boots

5. How To Make A Fire Extinguisher

6. How To Detect Escaping Gas

7. How To See Wind

8. How To Preserve Eggs

9. How To Keep Saucepan Lids Raised

This has got to be one of my favorites! So Simple! 

10. How To Keep An Outdoor Padlock From Rusting

Again.. never knew this, it would save so much struggle after winter!

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