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Ways To Use A Beer Can That You Never Knew

By Joe Malone Feb 23, 2024 | 1:48 PM

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I found a video with the caption, “12 Crazy Beer Can Redneck Life Hacks” so of course I checked it out.  And, honestly, who knew that a beer can was that versatile.

So, thank you Jimbo The How To Dad, for the following gems:

1.  Don’t have any dryer sheets left?  Easy.  Just toss an empty beer can in the dryer.  It gets rid of all the static electricity, too.

2.  How about a beer can lantern?  Basically, you cut two wings in the can so there’s room inside for a candle.  The light bounces off the reflection on the sides, plus it’s shielded from the wind on the back.  (Extra points because it’s so romantic.)

3.  Using a can opener, remove the top of the beer can, and the edges should be smooth.  Now you have yourself a beautiful vase, or a toothbrush holder.

4.  Did you know you can break into a padlock with a beer can?  Redneck Dad made it look pretty easy too.  All you have to do is a cut a thin piece of can, so it can shimmy down into the padlock.  Then you turn it a bit, and the lock will pop open.