Look at the objects you see around you. We as humans have done all that we can to make our lives better or less stressful by inventing and innovating. Our everyday tasks have somehow mellowed down because of these inventions. But, contrary to what you think, we are here to tell you that you might not be making use of the full potential of these things. Here is a list of things that you use everyday, that you might not be using correctly…

Toothpaste

Close up of a person's hand holding a toothbrush with toothpaste on it

How you’re using it: Too much in the wrong places!

On this list, you will find that there are many things that have multi purposes. You may not have guessed it but toothpaste also has various purposes. Toothpaste is helpful in cleaning your car’s headlights or getting that persistent onion/garlic smell off your hands when you spend time cooking. If you are skeptical, then try it for yourself because it really works.

Dental Floss

How you’re using it: Knotting it around your hands.

Dental flossing is a necessity for the health and well-being of your teeth. If you just tie a small amount in a loop rather than wrapping several rounds on your fingers, you will get the tension you need, while saving a bunch of the stuff. Dental floss is actually very useful for cutting soft foods that would crumble if you were to use a regular knife.

That Tiny Hole On Elevator Doors

That Tiny Hole On Elevator Doors

How you’re using it: Have no clue

If you have even been inside an elevator, you will see that there is always a tiny hole on one side of the door. Have you ever wondered what the use of these holes is? As you may have already guessed, they serve a specific purpose. It is there for authorized personnel for them to enter the elevators safely. These are not peep -holes to see what’s inside the lift.

Wooden Spoons

Wooden spoon placed horizontally on a boiling deep pan

How you’re using it: Spooning things.

The reason for these spoons to be made from wood rather than polymer is another thing that will blow your mind. Wood can actually endure more heat than a metal or plastic utensil could ever. So, whenever you place your wooden spoon on top of a pot of boiling water, it will stop the pot from boiling over. These wooden spoons help absorb the steam bubbles and prevents the spillover.

Paper Clips

Everyday things, Multiple paper clips scattered on a plain surface

How you’re using it: With paper.

Paper clips may be one of the most multipurpose objects ever to be manufactured. These are actually capable of doing so much more than just help clip together stacks of paper. There is so much that paper clips can do! They can save a hem! Pop a fuse! Scrape dirt present in your fingernails, they can be used as a guitar pick and also function as bookmarks.

Elevators

close up of a person pushing the button on an elevator

How you’re using it: Like a civilian.

This is an elevator hack that you will surely find helpful. When you used the elevator, do not just push your floor button. Press the “door close” button till the doors close. Keep pressing the button for a while and change to the floor button you want. The elevator will not make any stops and will directly take you to your desired floor in a jiffy.