Tk Times ‘DIY’ Should’ve Meant ‘Call a Professional’
Some tasks that suggest you can do it yourself should come with a warning: "Caution, ask a professional." These photos capture the problems and disasters that occur when trust overrides knowledge, and can lead to catastrophic results and unforeseen consequences.
Sometimes, what seems easy online hides hidden risks that only experience can reveal and reminds us to avoid danger.
The following images are visual proof that not all of us were born to do tasks or errands that should be handled by a professional or someone with experience. Sometimes, the greatest act of wisdom is admitting that you don't know things.
Wood Cup Holder
A very simple and fancy design.
Vacuum Cleaner Robot as a Watchdog
The robot vacuum that guards your home.
Vacuum Hose + PC Fan = Shoe Dryers
A surprising invention.
The Skate Trucks And Wheels Under the Front of This 1990
Skate or drive? Or both?
That’s One Use for Zip Ties
Zip ties save the day.
Riding Mower Sweeper Fell Apart
We fixed it with zip ties.
New Hampshire Public Restroom It’s Magnificent
Everyone is talking about this restroom.
My PopSocket Broke
I designed a new one.
My Dad Turned a Broken Fan Into a Finger Chopper
Maximum danger.
My Customer’s Laptop Hinge Failed
This was her solution.
Me, Car, Go Vroom Loudly
This car makes noises.
Made My Own Rope
My own rope worked.
Lawnmowers Hate Me, But I Force Them Into Submission Anyway
Grass cutting like a legend.
How the Projector Screen Is Set Up
The complexity of installing a projector screen.
Headphones Break No Problem
Duct tape to fix everything.
Go Shopping Cart
Grocery runs need adrenaline.
Duck Tape Old Speaker Wire
Reinforced handles on a flimsy.
Custom Shop Vac Accessory
Something you didn’t know you needed.
A Pinhole Leak
Small leak and huge problems.
Accidentally Broke The Plastic Rod In The Gear Selector
Next time you should be careful.