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Friday 30 September 2011
Kidde Carbon Monoxide Detector with Front-Loading Batteries
I'm not sure who decided carbon monoxide detectors and smoke alarms should need to be taken off the wall so you could load the batteries in the back, but it's an annoying trend that has been accepted as standard for...
Update Your Bathroom Vanity - Paint It!
Over the last 30 years or so builders have consistently installed Oak vanities in bathrooms and although there is nothing wrong with them, over time, they just get to look a little "blah". An easy weekend project to update the appearance of your bathroom is to give your old Oak vanity a new paint job.
Source: http://www.doityourself.com/stry/update-bathroom-vanity-paint-it
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Flashing a Deck
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DIY Gemstone Drawer Pulls
Sometimes updating a room is as simple as paying attention to the little things. Switching out paint color, accessories, and linens among other things can make a big impact for little cost. A little time and effort can go a long way. � … Continue reading on Curbly.com
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Space Shuttle & Astronaut Cabinet Knobs
If you have children who dream of going to space camp, then you can inspire their astronautic aspirations with the appropriate cabinet knobs on their dresser or perhaps on the cabinets and drawers in the kids' bathroom. This space shuttle...
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Gertee Traveler - 4 season PVC/Metal tent
This was made as a promotional video geared toward marketing our Gertee Traveler model, but I thought I'd go ahead and share it with my instuctables subscribers since it has a few new adaptations that people may be interested in seeing. We stayed in 2 of the PVC models this past summer in Wasilla...By: AlaskanTentLady
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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/Gertee-Traveler-4-season-PVCMetal-tent/
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Home Inspection Nightmares XXV
Icicles in the basement, bats in the drain, and vines up the chimney—more wacky discoveries made by house inspectors, courtesy of the ASHI Reporter
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Thursday 29 September 2011
Unclog Your Drain With A 2-Liter Bottle
One way to unclog your drain using a two liter bottle is to fill it with warm water and squeeze the bottle while pointing it down the drain. The pressure will swoosh light debris away. When that doesn't work, get out the scissors and head on over to the Dollar Store Crafts blog for instructions on how to make your own drain snake our of a two liter bottle. Just get ready for a disgusting surprise and the smell of death.
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How to Repair Drywall Like a Pro
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Custom Wood Radiator Cover Hides Old, Ugly Heaters
If you've got an old, ugly radiator acting as a sore thumb in an otherwise well-appointed room, you're not alone. Some of the most popular posts here have been on hiding radiators with cabinets and heater covers that hide baseboard...
Source: http://www.luxuryhousingtrends.com/archives/2009/01/custom_wood_rad.php
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Solar charged 12V lead battery
Here is described how to make a solar charging station for a 12V lead battery. 8Ah capacity allows to keep alive a wireless webcam 24/7. Lead battery needs protection against overcharging and deep discharge that is realized by two black boxes. One box switches off solar cell when the battery ...By: janisalnis
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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-charged-12V-lead-battery/
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6 Clever Doily & Hoop Projects
Back in the day, I used to crochet doilies. Although my taste for doilies has waned considerably, I still have every one that I made. Right now they're tucked in a drawer waiting for a revival of some sort. I'm thinking that one of these doily and hoop tutorials/ideas just might be the dawn of a new doily age for me.�
The Doily Dream Catcher pictured above was actually featured last week on Etsy's How-Tuesdays. It looks especially fabulous on that dark… Continue reading on Curbly.com
Source: http://www.curbly.com/diy-maven/posts/11263-6-clever-doily-hoop-projects
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First Look: Urban Eco
Today we take a look at a new web series that's all about living simply (with style). It's definitely something we can get behind...especially this episode, which shows the many ways you can re-use corks.
Urban Eco is a new series hosted by DIY darling Amy Devers. (You might know her as the unusually stylish carpenter on Trading Spaces.) It profiles the DIY life from a more stylish perspective, covering everything from sustainable city living to creative upcycling ideas. This episode features the latter, with an easy project featuring corks. And we mean easy: The whole project takes less than 10 minutes to do and costs about $2 to create.
What else is noteworthy about Urban Eco is that the show is part of Thrive, a new online network from Whole Foods Market. The web network (would that be 'webwork?') will focus on programming that connects global health to personal well-being. Think shows about sustainable gardening, healthy recipes and more. We're excited to see...will you tune in?
Urban Eco is a new series hosted by DIY darling Amy Devers. (You might know her as the unusually stylish carpenter on Trading Spaces.) It profiles the DIY life from a more stylish perspective, covering everything from sustainable city living to creative upcycling ideas. This episode features the latter, with an easy project featuring corks. And we mean easy: The whole project takes less than 10 minutes to do and costs about $2 to create.
What else is noteworthy about Urban Eco is that the show is part of Thrive, a new online network from Whole Foods Market. The web network (would that be 'webwork?') will focus on programming that connects global health to personal well-being. Think shows about sustainable gardening, healthy recipes and more. We're excited to see...will you tune in?
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Source: http://www.diylife.com/2011/08/17/first-look-urban-eco/
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Electronics for Absolute Beginners, Chapter 2
Welcome to Chapter 2. In Chapter 2, we will go through: 1. Electronic Components and Their Schematic Symbols 2. Resistor Color Codes 3. Electronic Test Equipments 4. Basics of Wires 5. The Metric System This chapter is still under construction. Please be patient. Meanwhile, if yo...By: elektrobot
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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/Electronics-for-Absolute-Beginners-Chapter-2/
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Wednesday 28 September 2011
$1 Op-Amp ECG
Sometimes you just want to do a little heart monitoring without going into debt for the rest of your life (yes, that's a not-so-subtle jab at our wonderful healthcare system). When you can't afford the real thing, this $1 home made electrocardiogram will allow you to monitor your heart as you go into cardiac arrest while opening bills from your previous hospital adventures. This is much simpler than our previously covered homemade ecg, and probably about as accurate (read: not very). [via]
Notice: This ECG cost less to make than an artery clogging burger from your local BK. Therefore, we do not recommend making medical decisions based off of the data received from it.
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How to Repair Drywall Like a Pro
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Save Money on Your Bathroom Renovation
When it comes to renovating, bathrooms are one of the most expensive rooms to update (along with kitchens). However, just because it can cost a lot to renovate your bathroom doesn't mean you just have to accept that renovating a bathroom is expensive and pay up.
Source: http://www.doityourself.com/stry/save-money-your-bathroom-renovation
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Unclog a Drain: Baking Soda Vs. Drano
Filed under: Essential Skills, Know-How
If your drain is backed up, here's how to get the water flowing.Sure, now the home-care market is permeated with cleaning solutions. But there was a time when we relied on good ol' fashioned elbow grease and know-how when it came to cleaning our homes. We may have newer, more advanced options, but there's something to be said about the methods that have stood the test of time. So we've decided to put old-school cleaning techniques to the ultimate test -- pitting them against high-tech, modern-day cleaning solutions. Our third installment is the ultimate gross-factor: Declogging drains.
Get that water running in no time. Photo: Flickr, kamienok
At some point, it happens to everyone, more often to those of us with long, full locks. Bathtub drains get clogged with hair and soap scum; kitchen drains get clogged with food debris. So what can you do to get things flowing again?
Old Solution: Baking Soda Cocktail
I recently chatted with a friend's grandmother about this pesky drain problem (a common one in my household), and she handed over a "time-tested" recipe for your own at-home drain cleaner. "Dran-NO," she told me. "This is better for your lungs and easy to do."
Here's how to make her concoction: Mix together 1 cup of baking soda, 1 cup of salt and 1/4 cup of cream of tartar in a glass or plastic sealable container. Stir until mixed. Measure about a quarter cup of the mixed powder and pour into your clogged drain. Pour two cups of boiling water into the drain, and let stand for about an hour, then run fresh water from the tap.
This, of course, caused another problem for me: I don't keep cream of tartar on hand. But I did purchase some for the occasion, and the solution did its magic.
However, being a woman who likes to have options, I wanted to try another time-tested solution. Lucky for me, a friend was experiencing the same problem and volunteered to be my test case.
If you, too, don't have any cream of tartar in your cupboards, you can also try dumping 1/2 cup of baking soda down your drain, followed by a half cup of white vinegar. Cover the drain (if you don't have a drain cover, you can use a small bowl or plate), and let the mixture stand for 5 to 10 minutes. Finally, pour a pot of boiling water down the drain. Apparently the baking soda and vinegar dissolve fatty acids, allowing the clog to wash down the drain.
This second option worked as well, though did not have the same lasting effects as option one did (my friend and I compared drainage ability a week later). Perhaps she has thicker hair or more stubborn soap than I? Either way, it's good to know there's a natural solution that works.
New Solution: Store-bought drain cleaners. Drano and Liquid Plumr are the two most recognized labels when it comes to store-bought drain cleaners. I've used both, and in all honesty, couldn't tell you which one works more effectively (thus, purchase the best priced).
These solutions are very cut-and-dry; pour half of the bottle over slight clogs and a full bottle over stubborn ones, let sit for 15 to 30 minutes, then run hot water to clear the drain. If you prefer store-bought cleaners, the thicker versions are best for super tough clogs. Whether thick or thin, the downfall is that they have a strong, headache-inducing smell. And unless your bathroom is well ventilated, that odor can't be good for your health.
The Verdict: We vote for home-made drain cleaners. Although the store-bought cleaners work great and save you the hassle of mixing your own solutions, the fumes are harsh for your health, and the health of those around you. We'd vote for the natural option -- keep your drains and air a happy place.
Check out more in our Old vs New series:
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Grammar Quiz: Do You Know Your Commas?
Most of us think we know when to use commas and when to leave them out. We went to elementary school, after all. Still, be it all those years without grammar lessons or an initial misunderstanding about this all-important piece of punctuation, so many of us get it wrong from time to time ... do you? Test your comma knowledge and find out if you know your stuff!
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Mechanical Pencil Rocket
Mechanical Pencil Rockets (MPRs) can be a lot of fun if executed properly. They can get you through that long lecture, impress your friends or flirt with that girl you want to take to the playground swing. If these directions are followed with exactness, a staple will be able to travel a...By: hankiroz
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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/Mechanical-Pencil-Rocket/
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Reclaimed Pinewood Flooring with Herringbone Pattern
You may think of pine as a rustic flooring choice, ideal for ski lodges and cabins in the woods, but it can be given a modern look too. Even reclaimed antique pinewood boards can look great in many settings. These...
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Soil and Water Erosion Solutions
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Tuesday 27 September 2011
Wood & Glass Greenhouse Kits Offer Attractive Gardening Solution
With the prices of food heading north, gardening is becoming increasingly popular for folks with enough space to grow some fruits and veggies. Even if you have a short growing season (of if your favorite vegetables usually grow in warmer...
Source: http://www.luxuryhousingtrends.com/archives/2009/01/wood_glass_gree.php
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Bosch Multi Tool Video
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How to Recycle Old Broken Crayons
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Could an extremely powerful solar flare destroy all the electronics on Earth?
It's a pretty well-known fact that the occasional sunspot can interrupt communications here on Earth, but from time to time, the sun has major solar flares that have the potential to cause more havoc. Could a flare-up wipe out all our electronics?
Source: http://feeds.howstuffworks.com/~r/DailyStuff/~3/UOSmYfUGjuk/solar-flare-electronics.htm
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Transform Your Toilet into a Dual-Flush for $20
Some of the coolest things found in our (still relatively) new Target Center here in Minneapolis are the dual flush toilets in the rest rooms. (Yes, such things thrill me.) Dual-flush toilets are gaining popularity in residential applications as well. They can cost anywhere from a couple hundred bucks to a couple thousand, so swapping out your old water guzzler to a dual-flush may be cost… Continue reading on Curbly.com
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How to Make a Hummus Veggie Wrap
The following are instructions on how to make a delicious and healthy hummus wrap. Ingredients 1 whole wheat tortilla Hummus (any flavor you desire) Tomato- chopped into small pieces Romaine lettuce or baby spinach Black beans- drained Cucumber- chopped into small pieces No ...By: rarnesen
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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Hummus-Veggie-Wrap/
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The Fishtail Braid
A quick, easy way to dress up a regular braid. You only need a hair-tie and a comb. Setup Comb hair thoroughly and dampen with water. Part Hair Part hair with the comb by running the teeth down the middle of the head. Keep part straight and the sections of hair even. First Section Keep th...By: jsweaver
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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Fishtail-Braid/
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