Simple Yet Brilliant Ideas That Should Be Used Everywhere

Published on March 14, 2019
Every once in a while, you may run into a new invention that makes you stop and think, “how have I lived my whole life without this??” These may not be the most life-changing ideas, but they’ve certainly made things a lot easier.

Airless Tires

If you’ve ever experienced riding a bike and suddenly getting a flat tire mid-trip, you’ll understand just how frustrating this experience can be. That’s why these tires seem to be the perfect solution. Airless tires never actually require to be refilled with air, so you’ll never have to experience a flat tire again!

Airless Tires

Airless Tires

Extended Traffic Lights

We’ve all been there: some huge truck is in front of you and completely obscures your view of the traffic light. You never know when it’s green, and you have to rely on other cars in order to know what’s going on. These traffic lights are the perfect solution for that! Now, no matter what angle you’re at, you’ll be able to now the status of the traffic lights.

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Safe And Useful

It’s always fun to take a nice stroll along the river. It’s usually better when there is a railing that protects you from falling in. The municipality really did a great job here by ensuring safety while also creating a place to sit and relax with a lovely view as well. What do you think of these railing-bench hybrids?

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We’re Living In The Future

Have you ever broken a bone and had a cast on? You know that having an itch is one of the worst parts. However, this new style of casts is made using 3D printing and incorporates holes that allow your skin to breathe, and makes it much easier to get those pesky itches!

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Local Pharmacy

Every single person can relate to being at school and needing a certain pharmacy item every once in a while. Forgot to put on deodorant? Wouldn’t it be amazing if you could just buy one? This CVS vending machine is the perfect solution to avoid potentially embarrassing situations. High school is full of those regardless, so the more you can avoid, the better.

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This One’s Taken

How many times have you accidentally tried to open up a bathroom door that’s already taken? It’s pretty awkward when the person comes out and knows that you’re the one who tried to get in. These indicator lights are the perfect solution, you can easily know which stall is free or taken without having to try any doors.

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Shop As You Wish

A lot of people really don’t like when sales associates offer their assistance during the shopping experience. On the other hand, many people appreciate the assistance. This store has the perfect solution for both people! By color coding the shopping baskets according to people’s preferences, everyone is guaranteed to have the shopping experience they prefer.

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Doggie Den

Have you ever had to run into a supermarket while you’re out for a walk with your dog? We all know that uneasy feeling of tying up your dog outside, worrying about whether they’re okay or not the whole time you’re in the store. This doggie den solution is the perfect answer. Your dog will have a comfortable place to stay while you shop worry-free.

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Dual Purpose

Here we can see another perfect solution for avoiding unnecessary water waste. These urinals reuse the water that is used to wash your hands in order to clean away the bodily fluids that fill the urinals. The dual purpose of the water will certainly add up, resulting in gallons and gallons of water being saved on a regular basis.

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Easy Note Taking

Think back to the days of high school chemistry class. Remember how hard it was to take notes on regular lined paper? Drawing in so many hexagons took so much time. These notebooks are the perfect answer for any student studying chemistry, whether at the high school or university level. Say goodbye to misshapen hexagons for good.

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No Need To Guess

Have you ever tried to use a USB flash drive, only to find out too late that it’s completely full? This flash drive is the perfect solution since it tells you exactly how much space is left on it!

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Avoid The Germs

We all can relate to that feeling of having just washed your hands and not wanting to touch the door handle in order to leave the restroom. It just seems counterintuitive, right? Well, with this foot door opener, you won’t have to soil your hands at all! This seems like the perfect solution for germaphobes everywhere.

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Understand Your Products

Have you ever second guessed buying a cleaning item because you were intimidated by the complicated-sounding list of ingredients on its label? Dawn dish detergent has thought of the solution: explaining what every ingredient is and why it is included in the soap! Now you can be an smart consumer and be able to make informed decisions.

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End Second Guessing

Whenever you have to be on top of taking antibiotics, it’s important to remember when you took the last one. It’s important to space medication out properly, in order to avoid complications. This cap is perfect for those who tend to be forgetful, as it tells you exactly when you last opened it! The days of second guessing your timing are over.

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Beach Access For All

There’s simply nothing better than going to the beach on a nice, warm sunny day. However, this luxury is not so accessible to all, particularly for people who require wheelchairs. In an attempt to help make the beach more accessible, a pathway was created at this specific shore. Now, everyone can enjoy a day at the beach. We hope to see these become more common everywhere!

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No Leftover Screws

Have you ever been so proud to have built a piece of furniture by yourself, only to have that accomplished feeling fade away as you notice an extra screw lying around? You have no clue in which step you left it out and you dread the thought of having to redo the whole thing. This set came with all the screws separated by which step you’ll need to use them in! How perfect?!

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You’ve Been Warned

Low clearing bridges are definitely a hazard for trucks and any other vehicles that are quite large. Sometimes it’s hard to judge whether you can actually make it or not, so this city decided to give people a chance to test things out before reaching a disastrous situation. Hey, this way people can’t claim they had no warning!

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Drink With Your Dog

Taking your dog to the dog park is a great way to get them moving around and getting enough exercise. It’s important to make sure your dog stays hydrated while playing and running around. It’s equally important for you to stay hydrated, and this water fountain is the perfect solution for the both of you! This way, water waste is avoided and everyone stays hydrated and healthy.

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Win-Win Situation

The amount of litter that is amassed on the beach is seriously getting out of hand. Beach pollution is a real issue, and this shore has the right idea about getting people motivated about helping with beach cleanup. Helping the environment while getting free coffee? That is certainly a win-win if we’ve ever heard of one.

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You Know What You’re Stepping Into

Sometimes it’s hard to know how the shoes you’re trying on at the store will fare out in the real world. This shoe store has offered up the perfect solution, with a selection of different kinds of things you may have to walk through, including legos! This way you won’t have to wonder if your shoes will be able to handle it.

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Mirror Mirror On The Wall

Both chemistry and cooking students will certainly appreciate this one. In order to fully understand the demonstration at hand, being able to clearly see each step is crucial. This teacher has decided to install a mirror in order to make everything more easily visible. Now these students don’t have any excuses!

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What You See Is What You Get

How many times have you ordered a dish with an idea of what it will look like, only to receive what you’ve ordered and be completely confused about what was put in front of you? This pizzeria wants to avoid the confusion, and has included photos of each of the pizzas you can order right on the menu. No surprises here!

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Fancy Delivery

Some people feel a bit insecure about ordering a pizza for fear of not keeping it classy. This local pizza delivery joint has the perfect solution for these people. They’ve included a tuxedo cutout right in the pizza box, so now you can keep it classy while enjoying a delicious slice of pizza.

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No Scratches Here

We know, parking is one of the most stressful parts of driving a car. Whether its parallel parking or worrying about scratching another car, parking comes with plenty of challenges. This parking lot helps alleviate some of the stress by providing soft barriers that help you ensure that you are far enough away from the cars next to you.

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Perfect Pizza Box

In the unlikely case that you find yourself with leftover pizza, keeping a few slices in the giant pizza box is certainly inconvenient. However, this pizza place has found the perfect solution: a pizza box that can become compact! This way you can perfectly preserve your leftover pizza without having to get any new dishes or tupperware dirty!

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Yes, I’m Fine

We’ve all seen the stray kid wandering around a store without a parent. And yes, we’re all guilty of wondering about this irresponsible parent that let their kid roam around unattended. The truth is, a lot of kids are actually capable of looking around a store alone and later reuniting with their parent at checkout. These cards are a great solution for parents who are tired of explaining this.

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Boredom Buster

This car wash had the brilliant idea of installing this water gun onto the window next to the cars that are being washed. This is not only the perfect way to keep kids entertained while waiting for their parents’ cars to be cleaned, but can be a great form of entertainment for adults as well! We’d love to try this ourselves!

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Convenience On The Go

There’s no worse feeling as a bike rider as coming back to your bike, ready to get going, only to notice that you have a flat tire. This bike stand is the perfect answer to that, as it includes and air pump right there. This takes convenience to a whole new level, since you can refill your tire and go, rather than having to look for a nearby gas station.

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No Running Zone

This floor creates a pretty crazy optical illusion in order to avoid people running down the hall. While it may look like the checkered floors dip towards the middle of the hallway, this is simply a trick on the eye, and the floor is flat as can be. However, kids who are running will definitely slow down when they first see this floor.

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Never Get Lost

How many times have you circled around a supermarket, searching for that one item that you simply can’t seem to find? This map attached to the shopping cart is a great way to avoid that! Supermarkets in Sweden have already began to incorporate these in order to help shoppers avoid getting lost between the aisles. We think it’s time to adopt this practice everywhere!

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Smart Planning

Being prepared in case of an emergency is always a good idea. This hotel has thought ahead and installed an evacuation plan in its hallways in case of a fire. However, the brilliant move was installing them on the ground, in order to make sure the instructions can be visible at all times. Definitely a smart idea to think of ahead of time.

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Inclusive Gaming

Everybody loves trying their hand at solving a Rubik’s cube. The challenging little cube can offer hours of entertainment. However, those whose vision is impaired were unable to enjoy it, until this solution was thought of. Adding in components of texture is the perfect way to make sure everyone can enjoy this Rubik’s cube!

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Zero Waste Policy

Everyone knows that the best use for overripe bananas is to make delicious banana bread. But what happens when supermarkets don’t manage to sell bananas before they become overripe? This store has the answer: sell a bunch of the overripe bananas in a bag with a banana bread recipe printed right on it! A delicious way to avoid food waste.

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Sensible And Sanitary

Public bathrooms are some of the most unsanitary places you have to encounter. While many people avoid using public restrooms altogether, sometimes you simply do not have a choice. These step-to-flush toilets are a great way to eliminated unnecessary touching toilets in order to flush. This way, you can avoid touching unwanted germs.

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Take Your Time

Sometimes crosswalks change from green to red at a speed that simply is not enough to allow everyone to cross the street completely. This city has created a solution for the elderly who need a bit more time to cross the street safely. They simply need to scan these special cards that add on additional time for the green light.

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Color Blind? No Problem

Many people are born color blind, meaning they experience seeing the world very differently from those who are not. This viewer in Tennessee has been optimized in order to allow people who are color blind to see the gorgeous view without missing out on any details. This allows some people to see how colorful it is for the first time!

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Perfect Parking

Everyone struggles with parking perfectly from time to time. Part of the problem is not being able to see whether you’ve parked perfectly within the painted lines on the ground. The solution? Extending the painted lines to the wall, so the driver can actually see how to fit into the parking spot!

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Inclusive Playground

Playgrounds are a great way to make sure your kids have a good time, stay active, and have a chance to socialize with other kids. However, some kids may not be able to enjoy playgrounds. The answer is to incorporate more wheelchair-friendly rides at the playground, like this swing! This way nobody is left out of the fun.

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A Sign Of Respect

This veterinary office has found the perfect way to let people in the waiting room know when it is a difficult time for some owners who are preparing to say goodbye to their pet. This is a perfect and subtle way to let people know to try to keep it down without embarrassing anyone involved.

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Ask For Angela

Every woman knows what it feels like to show up to a blind date and get uncomfortable vibes from the guy they’ve met up with. Sometimes it’s not simple to get yourself out of this kind of situation, and this bar has come up with the perfect solution. All you have to do is go up to a bartender and “asl for Angela,” and the staff will know exactly how to help you.

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