An Extra Step
Climbing ladders can be one of the scariest things in the world, even if you aren’t afraid of heights. There’s something about climbing a wobbly ladder and putting your trust into your drunk neighbor to keep it stable that scares us. However, you can increase the safety of using a ladder and your self-confidence when climbing one by attaching boards to the steps for extra stability.

In this picture, you’ll see two very important pieces that all DIY engineers need to have on hand: zip ties and spare lumber. We’re not sure whether the lumber serves to prevent wobbling or offer an extra step forward to get at hard-to-reach spots. Probably both, and that’s the true sign of a DIY engineering genius.