Cultivating Tools
Most rakes have an overall length of 5' or 6' but that is where their similarities end. There are several types, each for a specific function. Garden Rakes are used to break up and smooth soil after it has been spaded and cultivated. They have ... [... more]
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WINDOW FANS
As environmental issues continue to pick up steam, many consumers are turning to fans as a lower cost and environmentally safe cooling alternative. Fans, as a whole, use little energy compared to other cooling methods, and their low price point ... [... more]
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Types of Knives
Ceramic is a word that applies to the process of making clay vessels and to the finished products, including china and porcelain. Certain signs indicate inferior china- major trouble signs are: Thick areas called puddles in plates and saucers. ... [... more]
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Screwdrivers
Quality screwdrivers are judged by the kind of metal in the blade, finish and amount of grinding on the tip. Material used in the handle and bar attachment to the handle are other quality indicators. If blade metal is poor quality, it will chip ... [... more]
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Installing Replacement Doors
Replacing a door is a project within the capabilities of most do-it-yourselfers. Throughout the installation, take care not to damage or disturb the door frame and trim. These instructions are general; always follow the manufacturer's directions ... [... more]
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Repairing and Patching Concrete
Here are tips and suggestions on how to patch and repair concrete. Take the time to read these directions thoroughly to save time, money and effort. This will also help you end up with a neater, more satisfactory job-with far less waste. In this ... [... more]
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Live With Lou
Offer your audience helpful advice on how to successfully complete home improvement and do-it-yourself projects. With more than 15 years of experience building and renovating homes, let Lou showcase his energetic teaching style and vast knowledge ... [... more]
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Meet DIY Extraordinaire...Lou Manfredini
From early on, houses and the art of building captivated Lou Manfredini. As a teen, the Chicago-area native went to work at a local Ace Hardware store to learn about housing structures, the tools of the construction trade and home improvement ... [... more]
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Perennials
Perennials are hardy flowers known for their variety of colors, blooming times and bloom styles. Unlike annuals, perennials last for several years. Most have fleshy stems and foliage that are killed by cold temperatures or summer heat. Their ... [... more]
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Designing Your Kitchen
The first step in kitchen layout is measuring your kitchen. You'll need to make a sketch of the room, using graph paper and counting each square as 3". Measure the following dimensions: From the nearest corner to the outside edge of each door or ... [... more]
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How to Use Chemicals Safely
Always read the label before using insecticides. Note ingredients, use directions, warnings and cautions each time before opening the container. After spraying or dusting, wash hands and face and change into clean clothing. Wash clothing immediately. [... more]
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Setback Devices
Setback devices for furnaces and, in some cases, central air conditioning, evolved as a way of reducing energy consumption in the home with no loss in comfort. All of the units operate on the principle of a timer that turns the heat up or down ... [... more]
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