SUBURBAN Target stores tend to have the giant red balls outside of the building - but many have questioned their purpose.
One expert has revealed that the balls aren't simply for decorative purposes, nor are they seats for shoppers who are coming and going.
Cathy Pedrayes, who shares safety and security tips on her social media pages and calls herself “The Mom Friend of the group,” revealed that the giant red balls are actually a safety feature.
“The red balls at Target are there for a reason,” she said over a video of herself cheerfully jumping off of one.
Pedrayes says that the balls are called bollards and that Target is one of many stores to use them for safety.
“Whether it’s a concrete ball or post, these can stop a car or truck from driving into the store.”
“Not me thinking it was for sitting,” one person commented with a laughing emoji.
“Nah they’re for jumping,” a second user protested.
A third person even admitted they often tried pushing the balls over, but had no luck.
In reply to another viewer who stated they thought the red balls were just for decoration, Cathy said: “Target made them round for branding but they have a real purpose.”
In other Target insider news, a taste test revealed which of five ready-to-drink coffees is the best tasting and most cost effective.
A TikToker had previously revealed you can get free coffee while shopping at the beloved department store.
Plus, an avid shopper revealed six money-saving tips that she claimed can save you thousands at Target.
