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Yes, You Can Shrink Polyester, and Here’s How
''Transform loose polyester clothes into perfectly fitting wardrobe faves'' You have the perfect polyester piece in your wardrobe, but there’s one problem: it’s too big. But did you know it’s actually really easy t...
Lucky Money Tree: Proper Care from Soil to Watering
The comprehensive guide on growing money trees at home Whether you’re a seasoned plant aficionado or a novice plant owner looking to spruce up their living space with some greenery, the money tree is an excellent house...
How to
Adjust Door Hinges
If you're having problems with your door, you may need to adjust the hinges. Fortunately, adjusting door hinges can easily be done at home using a few simple tools.
How to Make a Flying Paper Sky Lantern
Practicing an ancient Chinese art at home Sky lanterns are a gorgeous and long-standing tradition. Originally used by the ancient Chinese military to send signals from far away, sky lanterns are now popular at festivals,...
How to
Pick a Master Padlock
If you need to get your master padlock open but you've lost the key, there's still hope. By using a lock picking kit or some homemade lock picking tools, you can unlock your master padlock without the key. Just make sure...
How to
Stop a Smoke Alarm
If your smoke alarm goes off, assume there’s a fire and take immediate action. However, if you realize it’s a false alarm, there are ways you can manually turn off your alarm so the noise doesn't drive you crazy. If ...
How to
Clean a Roborock Sensor
Roborock robotic vacuum cleaners make cleaning your floors convenient and hassle-free. To keep your Roborock working properly, clean the sensors once a week. The sensors are your Roborock’s “eyes” that let it see w...
How to
Fix a Squeaking Bed Frame
There’s nothing more frustrating than getting a bad night’s sleep because your bed is squeaking. Fortunately, you don’t need to spend a lot of money on a new bed frame to get the squeaking to stop. By pinpointing t...
How to
Block off a Heating Vent
If drafts, odors, or noises are traveling through one of your heating vents, blocking it off can help. There are a couple of easy ways you can block off a heating vent, and they’re both reversible in case you change yo...
Simple Ways to Extinguish a Fire in a Fireplace
Enjoy a warm fire responsibly with this guideIt's important that you put out fires in your fireplace properly to avoid a hazard. Fortunately, two effective fire extinguishers, water and baking soda, are easy to find at h...
How to
Remove Venetian Blinds
You can easily remove your Venetian blinds at home using a few simple tools. The method you should use to take down your blinds depends on whether they have standard or spring-loaded brackets. If you’re not sure, take ...
A Guide to Spider Plant Propagation: 4 Easy Options
Root spider plant babies in soil, water, & moreSpider plants, also known as airplane plants and spider ivy, are beautiful houseplants that have long, grass-like leaves. After a spider plant flowers, baby spider plants ap...
How to
Hang an American Flag Vertically
Displaying the American Flag vertically is a great option if you're hanging it on something different than a traditional flagpole. According to the U.S. Flag Code, displaying an American flag vertically is completely acc...
How to
Install Sliding Closet Doors
Sliding doors are a stylish, modern way to finish your closet. With the right hardware, installing sliding closet doors on your own is simple. The key to professional-looking doors is taking the right measurements before...
How to
Install Vertical Metal Siding
Vertical metal siding can give a building a modern, sleek appearance. While installing vertical metal siding is similar to installing horizontal siding, there are a few differences you'll want to keep in mind. Start by i...
How to
Get Rid of Fleas
Dealing with a flea infestation can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re juggling getting rid of fleas on your pets, in your home, and around your yard. Fortunately, you can eliminate a flea infestation and stop i...
How to Purposely Shrink Any Type of Clothing in the Washer and Dryer
Is the amazing new top you just bought too big on you and the store is all out of your size? Or maybe your go-to pair of jeans don’t fit anymore now that you’ve lost weight. Whatever it is, don’t worry—it’s act...
Guide to Building a Brick Column: Footing, Courses, & Capstone
Erect a sturdy brick-and-mortar column to stand the test of timeBrick columns can add a timeless, classic touch to any home or structure. Whether you're interested in a brick column for decorative purposes or need one to...
How to
Repair Grout
Grout is a cement-based paste that's used to fill the gaps between tiles. If the grout between your tiles is damaged, it can make your tiles look dull and old. Fortunately, you can easily remove damaged grout and replace...
How to
Hang Curtains in a Bay Window
Hanging curtains in a bay window can be tricky because of how bay windows are shaped. Fortunately, by choosing the right hardware and taking the time to install it properly, you can have bay window curtains that function...
