Easily Clean Oven Window
Oven windows can get really dirty with baked-on grease. This makes it really hard to clean. Instead of manually scrubbing and wasting your time and energy, I found that using a steamer works pretty well. I use the Bissel Steamer. You will it with water, wait for it to heat up, attach the hard bristle […]
Read MoreReplace Batteries with DC Power Supply
I have some fairy lights used to light up some lanterns at home. The lights are battery powered. I’m using rechargeable batteries but it’s still a hassle replace the batteries when they die. I decided to replace the batteries with a DC power supply which I can just plug in to an ordinary electrical outlet. […]
Read MoreCircuit Breakers, Electrical Wiring and Device Wattage
I need to install an electric fireplace but I’m not sure if the circuit can handle the load with other devices on. Here’s an explanation of device load, electrical wiring and circuit breakers. In a typical residential home, you’ll have two types of circuits: 15A (amp) circuit using 14 gauge (thin) electrical wire (usually white) […]
Read MoreHow to Build a Strong, Attractive Good-Neighbor Fence
Goals: No gaps between boards Strong, sturdy Inexpensive Looks good on both sides Simple to build Long-lasting Materials Steel fence post Wood fence boards (store these indoors or in the shade as they warp easily) Pressure treated 2x4x8 Star / Torx Screws (these screws don’t strip as easily as Philips screws) Twisted line Line level […]
Read MoreHow to Use a Ratchet Strap
Hook both ends of the ratchet strap to something. Fold the ratchet as shown in the picture below. Then insert the open end of the other strap “through” the ratchet cylinder.
Read MoreStrongest Epoxy: JB Weld – Original
Here’s an interesting video comparing the bond strengths of various epoxies. Overall, the JB Weld – Original wins the test. Don’t get JB Weld – KwikWeld or ExtremeHeat as they are weak.
Read MoreEasily Move Furniture and Carry Heavy or Large Objects
Slide Furniture on Carpet SuperSliders 4724095N Place these large 9-1/2″ x 5-3/4″ sliders under your furniture and easily slide your furniture over carpet. $10 for a pack of 4 sliders on Amazon
Read MoreCreating House Floor Plans in 2D and 3D
If you need to only create 2d house floor plans, I personally have found Lucidchart to be easy to learn and intuitive to use. If you need to create 3d house floor plans, I have found Live Home 3D to offer the best features for the price. At $10 (on sale), you can easily create […]
Read MoreEasily Tighten a Rope Without a Knot
When you need to tighten a rope to hold something in place, e.g. a tent, cargo in a pickup truck, a leaning tree, bed sheets, etc, you might think you’ll need to tie a knot. Not only is it difficult to tie a knot without losing tension in the rope, it’s a hassle and often […]
Read MoreHow to Finish Wood With a Protective Coat
I recently worked on a project to replace my stair’s handrails. I bought the unfinished handrails at Home Depot and then stained them easily as follows. Applying Wood Stain Using a brush, applied one coat of Minwax Pre-stain Conditioner Using a brush, applied one coat Minwax Stain (Gunstock color). While the stain was wet, I […]
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