Twine is a string or thread that is usually composed of smaller strands twisted together. Most commonly you will find twine that is made from natural fibers like wool, cotton, jute, hemp, and sisal. You will also come across synthetic fibers used. What is Twine Used For? Twine is most commonly used in arts and … Read more
Fire hydrants are vital for firefighters to connect to a water supply in the case of an emergency. This important invention has probably saved thousands of lives and homes since they were first introduced. Now you see them all around the world, and they are an extremely important part of fire protection. Fire Hydrant History … Read more
A wrench also known as a spanner is a tool commonly used to turn objects such as nuts and bolts. But who invented the first wrench? Although wrench like tools have existed since the 15th century, the first wrench was patented by Solymon Merrick in 1835. Nowadays there are many different types of wrenches. Adjustable … Read more
Staplers are used in a wide variety of places including offices, business, medical fields, schools and more. There are even many different kinds of staplers. The most common one is a handy device for joining paper together, but there are also surgical staplers and other types. Staplers are so common that it’s hard to imagine … Read more
Swivel chairs are extremely common in offices around the world. It’s hard to imagine working in an office without a swivel chair at your desk. But swivel chairs haven’t always existed. In terms of history, they are actually a relatively new invention. Let’s take a look at the invention of this chair. What is a … Read more
It’s hard to imagine a time when scissors haven’t existed. Scissors are an important tool that many people use on a regular basis. The handy tool can be used for crafts, cutting coupons, paper, packages, and even in the kitchen. But when were they actually invented? Scissors History Scissors have actually existed for about 3000 … Read more
Yeti Tumblers are an extremely popular brand of tumblers. But you may be wondering the proper care instructions of your tumbler. Are They Dishwasher Safe? Yes, Yeti Tumblers are dishwasher safe. In fact, it states directly on their website that they are dishwasher safe. They recommend removing the rubber lid gasket and placing it in … Read more
Beach balls may bring back fond memories of days at the beach, or even at your favorite concert hitting a beach ball around. But when were they invented? According to Time, beach balls were invented in 1938 by a man by the name of Jonathon DeLonge. Beach balls are inflatable balls primarily used at beaches … Read more
The first patent for something resembling a disco ball was issued in 1917. However, disco balls have been used since 1897 up until this point. They become very popular in the 1920s and lasted well into the Disco Era. Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disco_ball https://www.thevintagenews.com/2017/03/05/disco-balls-existed-long-before-their-heyday-in-the-1970s/
Sandpaper has a long history. It has actually existed since 13th century China. How sandpaper is made has changed significantly over time but we don’t have an exact estimate of when it was invented since it has existed for so long. Early sandpaper was made from crushed seeds, shells, sand and other material stuck to … Read more