While many of you might already know this one, it’s still worth mentioning for those who haven’t made this great little discovery. You’ve probably noticed that some cream tubes have spikes on the top of their caps, and if you’re as curious as us, you probably wondered what they’re for. Well, wonder no more.
These spikes are there so you can use them to pierce through the protective foil of your new tube! Simply unscrew the cap, flip it upside down, and use the spike to punch through the foil.
The Half-Belt on Coats
The half-belt is a clothing feature commonly seen on pea coats or trench coats, and certain types of jackets, and while you might think this is purely a fashion choice - like "pre-torn" jeans - the half-belt has an actual purpose.
Originally, the half-belt was invented for men serving in the military who had oversized jackets that they also used as blankets. The belt was used to gather and hold any extra material so the soldiers could walk around freely.
Utility Blades
Nowadays, you'd be hard-pressed to find someone that doesn't keep a box cutter or utility knife in the house. Whether this useful tool is something you use on a regular basis or something that mostly sits in a drawer gathering dust, this hidden use of a utility blade will surely come in handy. You may have noticed that utility knives come with a thick, plastic cap at the end and that the blades have little score lines.
The score lines are to indicate where exactly to break off the blade so you can have a fresh, sharp, new blade whenever you want. And the plastic cap is there so you can take it off and use it to cut off the blade! It's easy, safe, and helps you avoid nasty cuts.
The Holes in Rulers
Rulers are a staple in any respectable pencil case and usually a tool that can be found in any household. While the purpose of a ruler is pretty straightforward, there is still one thing that many people wonder - why is there a hole in them?
Surely you've noticed that many rules have a small hole on one of the ends, and as it turns out, the purpose of these holes is so you can hang the ruler up and have it handy whenever you need it!
The Lid on Tic Tac Packages
Everybody loves Tic Tacs. And even if you don't, there's still a 99 percent chance you've tried them at least once in your life. If you've ever opened one of those cute little boxes where Tic Tacs come in, you've probably realized there's a small indentation on the lid. The first thing that comes to mind is that it has something to do with keeping the plastic box tightly sealed.
While this is definitely the case, the indentation serves another purpose as a dispenser that gives you your Tic Tacs one at a time. Just shake the box upside down, put it back upright, open the lid, and you'll see there's a Tic Tac that fits perfectly in that indentation, just waiting to be grabbed!