Contractors are paid well for a reason – mastering a construction project requires skill and hard work. Despite this, some attempt DIY projects to save money. The amusing photos below prove that certain do-it-yourself ideas should stay as dreams. Brace yourself for a collection of blunders that will make you ask: Why do it yourself?
A 12-year-old modified his bike with carpet for barefoot riding
Cushion for the feet and the shins because we all know how much that hurts.
This toilet seat cover
It’s an ecosystem of germs and who knows what else.
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Lots of room to store your neck brace
It is really something to look at but the risk of injury is ridiculous.
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A mom tried to make a cane for her husband
It’s the thought that counts. Not like he can complain anyway.
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Works perfectly in nurseries
Why fix it when you can have fun with it?
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Budget big rims
Non one is going to notice, just don’t go to car meets.
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Repurposed jeans
Looks like something out of a horror flick. Anyone know the title?
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This bookshelf for a brick collection
Oddly satisfying to look at isn’t it?
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Jeans with genes
Want to bet that those were never washed?
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Way too out of the box
Seriously, who even thought of this? And how was this executed?
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Toilet humor
Imagine drunk guests trying to figure this one out.
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Well it is still a hanger
Perhaps the local parts store ran out of stocks or something.
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Not the repaint he expected
Lesson learned here, folks. Brake for speed bumps or pot holes.
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Deter would be guests
Imagine the shock people get when coming to visit.
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Poor cat has to climb
It’s a wonder they know how to drive properly.
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Someone didn’t think things through
Stripes are in anyway so may as well wear them out.
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There’s a cold one
Why buy a new shower head when you got beer cans all over the place?
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Tiles are overrated
First off, ouch. Secondly, how is this bathroom cleaned?
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Can you hear this?
That looks very, very expensive. Also, who installed the fan?
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No one could have foreseen this
It looks vulgar but it surely wasn’t anyone’s intention.
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Close enough
Just need a spoon or something to scoop the water out.
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Jenga!
It’s a neighborhood game to see who can topple Larry.
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Car repairs are expensive
But this is illegal and wrong. Though we have to wonder who thought of a basketball.
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Flat where you see it
Too much extra space so push the TV back. Now you look richer!
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This staff room is wild
Someone had way too much time on their hands. And a whole lot of ideas.
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He’s hard headed alright
Jack jacking up a car that lost its jack. He must eat lots of protein.
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Drilling exercises
A woman tried to mount her TV but ended up punching too many holes.
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Recessed is in session
This is what happens when you try to save money by not hiring a contractor.
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Candy sprinkles counter top
Not going to lie, this is pretty cool, and surely you’ll agree.
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That’s really bad
Now think what happens when it rains. That will have them calling a contractor next time.
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Learning the hard way
Metal scissors and electricity. Someone wasn’t paying attention in school.
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That will do
So someone was either lazy, not paid well, or just didn’t bother learning the right process.
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The key to unlocking water
Hey the point is it works. Better than not having water, right?
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Safety first
That’s a small handrail to go along with that small step.
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Doors do come in sizes
Bet the person who did this tried to eyeball it.
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Now that’s just lazy
So how exactly is that supposed to work again?
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Watch your step
It’s like a video game especially for drunk people.
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A shoelace superglued to stop wires from being exposed
Someone tell them there is such a thing as electrical tape.
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So much for hanging a picture
So how heavy was that picture? Must be a lot of rotting on that wall.
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Place your bets
This was most definitely made by a man who stubbornly said he’ll fix it.
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Handle repair
Well maybe just lift it up first before opening or closing the door.
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So now what?
Investing in tools is great but learning how to use them takes time.
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Built in microwave
Yup, it is a bad idea as this guy learned. The hard way.
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Expanding foam
The wall is obviously compromised but that didn’t stop the guy from trying.
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A lock on the emergency fuel shut-off button
This just completely defeats the purpose. Happens when someone thinks they know better.
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Exploding grill
Literally don’t play with fire if you don’t know what you’re doing.
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Forgot the paint can there
This person finished painting but realized the can is on the other end of the room.
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DIY wall lights
This work is just wrong on so many levels. But at least it won’t be dark.
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