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How to Get Rid of Sandfleas
Sand fleas are tiny parasitic crustaceans that typically inhabit humid coastal areas. They have been known to target many different types of organisms as potential hosts, plaguing their victims with irritating bites. If left untreated, these bites can lea...
How to Create an X Bar Symbol in Word
This wikiHow teaches you how to insert the X-bar statistical symbol into a Microsoft Word document.
How to Solve Laplace's Equation in Spherical Coordinates
Laplace's equation ∇ 2 f = 0 {\displaystyle \nabla ^{2}f=0} is a second-order partial differential equation (PDE) widely encountered...
How to Spot High Quality Clothing
Shopping for clothes can often be an overwhelming experience. While there are many options to pick from, many clothes are of relatively low quality. Fortunately, though, there are several ways you can better spot high quality clothing. By scrutinizing the...
How to Remove Buildup Inside a Fabric Softener Dispenser
If your fabric softener isn’t dispensing properly or your clothes aren’t coming out of the wash feeling soft, a clogged fabric softener dispenser might be the culprit. Luckily, cleaning out a dirty dispenser is super quick and easy. In this article, we’ll...
How to Use Leftover Pancake Batter
You've likely heard of popular ways to use leftover pancake batter, such as making muffins. The good news is, you can use pancake batter for all sorts of other recipes, including other sweet options such as pancake cakes and doughy biscuits. There are gr...
How to Remove Hardwood Floor
Hardwood flooring makes a welcome addition to any home, but it can be daunting to deal with once it’s time to remove or replace it. Stripping hardwood flooring the wrong way can cost you hours of backbreaking work, leave you with an enormous mess and even...
How to Use an Exfoliating Foot Peel
When sandal season rolls around, no one wants to have dry, rough, scaly feet. If a long, cold winter has left your feet in poor shape, you may want to consider an exfoliating foot peel. It uses a variety of natural acids to slough off the dead, dry skin s...
How to Start a Stihl Chainsaw
Before starting your Stihl chainsaw, make sure that the area surrounding you is free from other people and objects. Stihl recommends starting a chainsaw from a sitting position, but it is possible to start one on uneven ground if necessary, using a differ...
How to Clean Combat Boots
The best way to keep combat boots clean is day-to-day maintenance and spot cleaning with the right tools. Wipe down your boots daily, and remove stains as soon as possible with ingredients like dish soap, baby powder, or vinegar. Keep boots cool and dry,...
How to Use a Kreg Jig
A Kreg Jig is a type of tool used to join wood. Kreg Jigs can help you drill what are known as pocket holes, which allow screws to be inserted at an angle. Because the screws run along the grain of the wood rather than through it, the joint will be much s...
How to Defend Yourself if Someone Breaks into Your Home While You Are Alone
It is a primal fear - an uninvited stranger in one's own home. The situation could be immensely dangerous and mentally scarring. The obvious first reaction to seeing someone in your house that shouldn't be there is to phone the police. However, sometimes...
How to Clean Grout Haze
Grout haze occurs when residue from the grout installation dries on the surface of the grout and the tiles. It looks like a white powder, glossy patches, dull smears, or streaks. Cleaning grout haze off of your flooring should be done soon after it appear...
How to Clean a Gas Tank
Whether you’re restoring an old car or maintaining a lawnmower or motorcycle, you’ll likely need to clean your gas tank at some point. For the novice, this might seem like an overwhelming task. However, with a little work and knowledge, you’ll be able to...
How to Clean Gold Teeth
Gold is a popular metal used for fillings and crowns. Gold is also popular for fake, removable teeth and grills. Taking care of gold teeth is just as important as taking care of your natural teeth. If you have a permanent gold tooth, filling, or crown, cl...
How to Change Your Cat's Routine
Cats thrive on daily routines such as eating at particular times and napping in favorite spots. If you need to change your cat’s routine, you should take a gradual and cautious approach. Eating, sleeping and exercise routines are very important for your c...