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Installing a Vinyl Fence From SimTek
Instructions and photos on how to install a Sim Tek vinyl fence. These instructions are also useful for other brands as much of the work is the same.
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How to Install an RV Outlet at Home
Anyone storing an RV at home needs an outlet to plug it into. Here's how to install a dedicated outlet for your RV.
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How to Replace Awning Fabric on an RV Slideout
Detailed instructions on how to replace the fabric on an A&E RV slide out awning. Includes photos of the work being done.
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How to Replace a Bathtub
Instructions and tips on how to remove your tub and install a new one.
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How to Replace or Retrofit Fluorescent Tubes With T8 LED Tube Lights
This article will provide detailed instructions on retrofitting existing fluorescent tubes to LED lamps. Benefit from energy savings, cold weather operation, and long life by changing out your 4-foot fluorescent tubes to LEDs.
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2014 Chevy Volt Review
A review of the 2014 Chevrolet Volt from an owner's point of view. Styling, comfort, operation and operating costs are all reviewed.
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What Is Time-of-Day (Flexible) Pricing for Household Electric Rates?
Time-of-day or flexible pricing for electric rates can save you considerable energy costs, but what is it? Find out how it works and if it might be for you.
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How to Choose and Install an Electric (EV) Car Charger
While cars come with a charger, most people want a permanent charger to leave at home. A tutorial on choosing the right car charger for you and installing it.
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The Hidden Trap of the Tax Credit for Electric Plug In Cars
Buying an electric car and wanting that big tax credit to help with the purchase? There's a surprise waiting for you as it isn't for everyone.
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Refinishing a Desktop Using Real Wood Veneer
Instructions and photos of a desk refinishing project using real wood veneer to cover a damaged desktop.
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My YAG Laser Treatment After Cataract Surgery With Crystalens Implant
Explanation of what a YAG laser does for cataract surgery patients, along with a description of my own experience and results.
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How to Install a Prehung Door: Replacing an Exterior Door
Detailed instructions on how to install or hang a prehung door, with photos. Replacing an exterior door is similar to an interior door but with a few extra considerations.
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In Dash Stereo GPS Navigation Review - Eonon G2240u
A review of installation and use of the Eonon G2240u in dash stereo with GPS navigation, bluetooth, backup camera, and DVD player.
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How to Change a 12V Prius Battery: 12V Battery Replacement
A pictorial tutorial on changing the 12V battery in a 2004-2010 Toyota Prius. While more difficult than most cars, a Prius battery replacement is still within most homeowners abilities.
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Copying Articles and Getting Duplicate Content Removed
Discussion on copying articles and detailed instructions on how to get duplicate content removed from other sites. A must read for anyone that has had their work stolen and republished by others.
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Can Seat Belts Cause Accidents or Injuries on Children?
Understand the danger of seat belts by reading the true story of a little girl who nearly died from idly playing with one. Don't let it happen to you.
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DIY Bedroom Makeover: Cheap Bedroom Decorating Ideas
Want a new bedroom? Some terrific suggestions for a DIY bedroom makeover, with an eye towards cheap bedroom decorating ideas.
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Gun Control and Crime Statistics: Does Gun Control Reduce Crime?
We all want murder rates to come down, but is gun control effective? Statistics and facts on gun crime and gun controls vs crime. You decide.
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Best Electric Toothbrush? Phillips Sonicare Flexcare Plus Review
Review of the Phillips Sonicare Flexcare plus electric toothbrush from an owner.
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How to Install a GFCI Outlet
Detailed instructing by choosing, installing, and wiring a GFCI outlet. Written by an electrician for the homeowner doing their own work.
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RV Parks in Las Vegas - Review of Circus Circus KOA Campground
A review of the Las Vegas KOA RV park at Circus Circus. Both the good and the bad of this campground.
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Mirage Casino Buffet Review in Las Vegas
A review of Cravings Buffet, in the Mirage casino. One of the many Las Vegas buffets that the town is famous for.
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Circus Circus Buffet Review in Las Vegas
A review of the Circus Circus buffet in Las Vegas. Not an entirely pleasant experience, in our opinion.
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Buying a Car Online - Tips, Suggestions, and Personal Experience
Tips and suggestions as well as the personal experience of buying a car online. There are lots of thieves out there - make sure you don't get caught.
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How to Make a Gymnastics Balance Beam
Making a balance beam for gymnastics practice is not difficult. This article offers details and instructions for building a simple and inexpensive balance beam.
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Rockwell Sonicrafter Oscillating Tool Review
A review of the Rockwell Sonicrafter oscillating tool from someone who has bought and used one.
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Preventing Bicycle Flat Tires From Goatheads (Puncture Vine Seeds)
Having a flat tire on your bike can ruin a day's fun. Here are some solutions that have worked for us.
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How to Add a Switch to an Electrical Outlet
Step-by-step instructions for how to add a switch to an electrical outlet to provide for a switched outlet.
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Six of the Best Tool Gifts for Dads
Selection of tools for gifts to that special handyman Dad in your life. Variety of ideas for unusual and useful tool gifts. The recommendations you'll find here are based on personal experience!
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How to Build Your Own Covered Deck
Tips, thoughts, ideas and construction details of building a covered deck. While it does take some work, it is not impossible.
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The Best Easy, No-Bake Cheesecake Recipe
Just about the best and easiest no-bake cheesecake recipe to be found. Quick, simple, and delicious, it is well worth the little effort required to make it.
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Easy Breakfast Recipe: Golden Buck Cheesy Eggs on Toast
Golden Buck is one of the best and easiest breakfast egg recipes to make.
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How to Make a Graham Cracker Pie Crust
Making your own graham cracker pie crust is quick and easy...as for taste, it's far preferable to store-bought crusts.
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Retrofit Shower Panels: Bathroom Remodeling on a Budget
A new shower panel can go a long way in a bathroom remodel on a budget, but what is it, and what does it take to install? Find out here.
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How to Shingle a Roof: Laying Asphalt Shingles
Detailed instructions on how to shingle a roof, including shingling both ridges and valleys.
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Rope Light Installation and Uses
Suggestions on uses of rope lighting as well as directions for installing rope lights.
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How to Install or Hang a Ceiling Fan
Detailed instructions on how to install or hang a ceiling fan. Tips and photos make each step easy to follow.
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Playing With Toy Cars Through the Different Stages of Child Development
Tips and suggestions for making playing with toy cars fun for your kids as well as helping their development.
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How to Replace a Ceiling Light Fixture
Tips and detailed instructions on how to replace a ceiling light in your home. An easy task if you know what you're doing.
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Attractions in Idaho for Kids
Suggestions and recommendations for kids of all ages to do when visiting Idaho, from East to West and North to South.
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How Cataracts Affect Your Eyes
Your eyes and cataracts. Understand what they are, what do they do, and how can you get rid of them.
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How to Add an Outlet to an Existing Wall
Tips and specific directions on how to install a new outlet on an existing wall.
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Things to Do in McCall, Idaho
Fun activities to occupy your time on a visit to McCall, Idaho. Examples of lodging, activities and things to see are itemized, with links.
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How to Install a Motion Sensor Light Switch
Detailed instructions on replacing an ordinary light switch with a motion sensor switch to turn the lights on automatically when a room is occupied.
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How to Install a Motion Sensor Light
Tips and detailed instructions on how to install a motion sensor light outdoors with lots of photos.
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History and Origin of Black Friday: What Does the Name Mean?
Find out the history of Black Friday and why it's called "black." You will be surprised to learn the simple reason.
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The History of Thanksgiving, From Pilgrim to Present
Learn the history of Thanksgiving, from its origins to modern day customs.
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The Origin of Easter and the Easter Bunny - a Pagan Easter?
Find out if Easter, or the Easter Bunny, is a pagan tradition masquerading as Christian.
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Origins of Christmas and the Christmas Traditions We Enjoy Today
The history and origins of Christmas are neither plain nor clear, but much can be found with patience. This article explores one researcher's conclusions.
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History and Origin of Halloween: Our Scary Holiday Beginnings
The fascinating history and origin of Halloween. Trick or Treat, Jack-o-lanters, and Halloween itself.
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How to Clean a Coffee Maker: A Necessary Task Made Easy
Directions and tips on how to clean a coffee maker. This is a quick and easy procedure that takes only a few minutes.
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How to Repair Concrete Driveway Cracks
Directions on how to fill and repair concrete cracks, such as those in many driveways.
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The Lake Bonneville Flood and Its Effects on Idaho Landscape
Learn about the Bonneville Flood from 14,000 years ago and how it changed Idaho.
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How to Bend PVC Pipe or Conduit
Learn how to bend PVC pipe with these directions and tips.
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How to Replace a Fluorescent Ballast
Instructions on how to change a ballast in a flourescent light fixture.
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How Does The Sun Burn Without Oxygen?
An explanation of how the sun burns without needing oxygen and what will happen when it dies.
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A Woodworking Project for Kids: A Toolbox Gift for Dad
Directions and instructions for a kids woodworking project; a toolbox as a gift for Dad
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Visit Shoshone Falls and Perrine Bridge in Twin Falls, Idaho
Here are photos and descriptions of Shoshone Falls and the Perrine Memorial Bridge in Twin Falls, Idaho.
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Patient Review of Crystalens AO: Results of an Intraocular Lens Implant
A review of the postoperative results of a Crystalens AO implant. Observations, improvements, and problems from a patient's viewpoint.
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Visiting Celebration Park and the Rock Art Petroglyphs in Idaho
A visit to see the petroglyphs at Celebration Park, Idaho makes a great day trip from Boise or surrounding towns.
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How to Use a Router Power Tool
Learn the basics of using a wood-router power tool to add dimension and beauty to your wood projects.
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How to Clean Electrical Connectors
How to clean electrical connectors and connections, particularly automotive connections.
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How to Choose an Electric Screwdriver
Recommendations and tips for choosing a cordless screwdriver. There are many possibilities, but which is right for you?
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Directions for Bending Electrical Pipe
Directions for how to make simple bends in EMT. Learn how to bend electrical pipe.
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Cataract Surgery or Crystalens Implant: My Story
Personal experience with cataract surgery and a Crystalens implant, including the surgery, early results and the costs of the procedure
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How to Replace a Fuse in a Fuse Box
Sooner or later everyone will have to replace a blown fuse. Here, you'll find a description of different types of fuses and tips on changing all the different styles.
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How to Test a Fuse
Directions and tips on how to check various fuses to see if they are blown.
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Wiring Electrical Switches
Detailed instructions on wiring a switch, such as a home light switch.
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What Causes Electrical Fires in the Home
Hundreds of homes burn each year from electrical fires. Learn the common causes of house fires and how to protect your home.
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Symptoms of Eye Cataracts: Are You Losing Your Vision? My Story
This article explains what a cataract is, what the symptoms are, and a summary of my own experience with this condition.
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Choosing an Intraocular Lens Implant for Cataract Surgery
Learn about various lens implants for cataracts, including premium lenses that may eliminate the need for glasses. This article is based on the author's personal experience with cataract surgery.
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10 Gas Saving Tips: How to Improve Your Gas Mileage to Save Money
Here are 10 great tips on increasing your fuel mileage. This is a good idea with the price of gas always climbing up.
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Are We Morally Bankrupt - A Look At American Ethics and Morals
Is America morally bankrupt, as many will claim? A look at various facets and considerations of our ethics and morality.
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Tips and Step-by-Step Instructions for Installing Hardwood Floors
Tips and step-by-step directions for installing laminate hardwood flooring, including lots of photos of a new floor going down.
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Adding Electrical Outlets: How to Wire a New Outlet to an Existing One
Need more plugs? Here's how to add a new outlet by wiring into an existing outlet. Complete instructions here, including tips on running the wire and actually wiring the circuit.
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An Electrician Explains How to Wire a Switched (Half-Hot) Outlet
Detailed instructions for wiring an outlet so that half of it can be turned on via a wall switch. All your questions will be answered by an expert electrician, with diagrams and a video to help you.
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How to Repair a Roof and Replace Asphalt Shingles
Repairing a shingle roof can be necessary after a wind storm, but it doesn't have to be a disaster. In this article, you will learn how to replace asphalt roof shingles that have been damaged.
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Changing a 3-Prong Dryer Plug and Cord to a to 4-Prong Cord
You've moved into your new home, but the dryer plug doesn't fit. Here are some step-by-step instructions (with photos) for how to change out a 3-prong dryer plug for a new 4-prong cord.
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How to Change a 4-Prong Dryer Cord and Plug to a 3-Prong Cord
Your new home is perfect, except that the old dryer cord won't fit the new plug and no adapter will work. Here are instructions for replacing a 4-prong dryer cord with a 3-prong cord.
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Water Heater Repair: Troubleshoot and Replace Thermostats and Elements
One day, your hot water heater will need help. Learn how to troubleshoot and replace thermostats and heating elements.
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True Meaning of Christmas: Family Traditions, Giving, and Children
Some of the meanings and traditions of Christmas, from a secular family that loves the magic and wonder of the holiday.
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The Best Math or Logic Puzzle Ever
For your entertainment, here is one of the best logic puzzles ever. While the answer is given below, give yourself the chance to try hard (for days?) to find the answer yourself. No peeking!
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Understanding and Solving Zeno's Paradox
Zenos Paradox has been around since before Christ and has baffled many people. An explanation and debunking of the paradox; why it is no paradox at all but a simple mathematical description of what we see happening all around us.
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Dodge Ram 1500: How to Change Front Disc Brake Pads or Rotors
Instructions on changing the front disc brake pads and rotors on a 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 pickup. May be applicable to other years or vehicles.
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Cheetah Flat Screen TV Wall Mount and Bracket Review
A review of the Cheetah TV wall mount. These brackets are about the cheapest around, but are they worth even that? Find out from someone that has used one.
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Toilet Repair: How to Fix a Leaking or Running Toilet
Instructions for how to fix a leaky or running toilet. Repairing a toilet that runs constantly is a quick, easy job that anyone can handle.
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An Acceptable Amnesty Solution For Illegal Immigrants
A proposal for illegal immigrant amnesty that will make no one happy, but might be good enough to agree with. Something must be done; here is one concept.
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Can (Canned) Food Goods Storage Rack - Best Pantry Storage Ideas
Storage is always at a premium in any home; here are some great ideas for canned food storage in kitchens and pantries.
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Simple And Easy Wood Craft (Woodcraft) Kits And Projects For Kids
Tips and suggestions for getting your child started in the wonderful world of wooden crafts and projects. Ideas for many age groups.
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How to Sync Carbs on a Ninja ZX7R
Instructions on how to synchronize the carburetors on a Kawasaki Ninja ZX7R. A fairly simple task for most home DIYers.
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How to Repair or Replace Sliding Glass Door Rollers
One day, your sliding glass door will need repair as it gets harder and harder to open. In this article, you will find instructions on how to replace patio door rollers.
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How to Change Brake Pads on a Kawasaki Ninja
This articles gives detailed instructions for changing brake pads on a 750 1999 Kawasaki ZX7R motorcycle (it may also be applicable to other models).
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How to Make an Engraved Stone Monument or Sign for Your House or Street
Make your own engraved stone monument house sign with these easy-to-follow directions. It's an easy job that will require only a few hours and look great in front of your home.
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How to Install or Lay Flagstone Pavers When Building a Flagstone Patio
Laying a flagstone paver patio is not particularly difficult, but it is hard work. This is a report of building such a flagstone patio.
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How to Bend a 3 or 4 Point Saddle in an EMT Conduit
Instructions on how to bend both 3 point saddles and 4 point saddles in EMT electrical conduit.
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How to Wire a 4-Way Light Switch (With Wiring Diagram)
Instructions on how to wire a 4-way switch, with wiring diagrams.
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Sheetrock Repair: How to Patch and Repair Holes in Drywall
Sheetrock repair made easy: how to patch and repair different sizes of drywall holes from small to large.
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Mirapex Side Effects for Restless Leg Syndrome: A Trip to Hell
Taking Mirapex for restless leg syndrome (RLS) can result in a destructive compulsion to gamble. This is the story of a loved one who unfortunately developed this addiction.
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Simple and Easy Origami For Kids - Learn the Art of Folding Paper
Easy origami kits for kids are a great way to introduce children to the world of crafts. Here are some kit ideas as well as an origami heart.
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Developing Your Analytical and Critical Thinking Skills for Everyday Living
Learning to think and reason critically and analytically on a continuous basis is not easy. Everyday living is a series of decisions and choices that always revolve around what we want versus what we need or should do and it can be difficult to separate the two.
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How to Have Fun Camping With Kids
Camping with kids can be a lot of fun for the entire family, but only if the needs of the children are kept in mind. Some suggestions to make the trip a good one for all.
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Finding Honest Politicians With Integrity
The American politician; honest public servant or scoundrel of no integrity?
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Safe Driving Tips for Operating a Motorhome RV
Tips and hints for operating a motorhome or other RV. Make your trip a safe one: a motorhome is not your family car and a little extra can go a long way to making your trip successful.
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How to Winterize Your Own RV
RV winterizing is something that must be done each year; here is how to winterize your own RV.
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Install Your Own Line Voltage Baseboard Heater Thermostat
How to choose, buy, and install a thermostat for baseboard heaters or other electric heat source. Called line voltage heaters, the installation is well within the capabilities of most homeowners.
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How to Install an Over-the-Range Microwave
How to install an over the range microwave oven. Installing a microwave isn't difficult, but here are some tips for potential problems and their solutions.
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Making Money Online by Partnering With HubPages
A description of how to make money by joining HubPages as a free lance writer. Personal experience there with both successes and failures.
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No-Bake Banana Split Pie Recipe
Banana split pie—a quick, easy, and delicious dessert that even small children can help make. It's always a favorite at Christmas and Thanksgiving.
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An Air Compressor Buying Guide For Home Use Air Compressors
Tips and suggestions for buying a home size air compressor for tools and large projects or lighter duty air brush work.
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How to Wire a 3-Way Switch: Wiring Diagram
How to wire 3-way light switches, with wiring diagrams for different methods of installing the wire between boxes. Step-by-step instructions and troubleshooting guides included.
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How to Use a Biscuit Joiner for Strong Joints
A plate joiner, commonly called biscuit joiner, biscuit cutter, or biscuit jointer, is a power tool used to make very strong wood joints. Learn how to effectively use these amazing tools.
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A Conduit Bending Guide on How to Bend an Offset
One of the more common bends made in electrical conduit is the offset bend. This page incorporates a comprehesive conduit bending guide and describes how to bend an offset using multipliers.
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A Comprehensive Guide for Electricians on How to Bend EMT Conduit
A comprehensive guide on how to bend conduit, with instructions on how to bend 90s, offsets, saddles, and even concentric bends. A must-read for any electrician, from apprentice to journeyman.
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How to Replace a Hot Water Heater
Instructions on how to replace a hot water heater, a task most homeowners can do quite easily and save considerably in plumbing costs.
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Storm Door Installation Instructions for Installing a Storm Door
Storm doors can not only add to the appearance of your home but is a great way to save energy. Storm door installation is one of the easier home improvement projects - here's how.
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Portable Gas BBQ Grills for Camping or Tailgating
These portable gas grills, great for either camping or tailgating parties, make a super addition to either activity. Ranging from very small to nearly home grill size they fit with either activity.
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Black and Decker Workmate: The Best Folding Workbench Around
The Black and Decker workmate is a marvel of a workbench for home use as well as professional. A folding workbench that is lightweight enough to carry with you and with a built-in vise, what could be better?
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Camping Humor as Newlyweds Camp the Appalachian Trail
Humorous tale from years past when the newlyweds went camping for the first time.
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Build Your Own Unique Burl Wood Coffee Table
Burl wood, sometimes called burlwood, makes a fabulous material for furniture. Tips on building your own beautiful and very unique wooden coffee table from burl wood.
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How to Lay Self-Stick Vinyl Tile Flooring
Tips on how to lay self-adhesive vinyl floor tiles for a new flooring look. A simple job easily accomplished by the homeowner needing a new floor.
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EMT Electrical Conduit Pipe Bending Instructions for Making Concentric Bends
EMT conduit bending instructions on how to make concentric bends in conduit. Not an easy task, but not impossible either, and one that should be understood by electricians everywhere.
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How to Make Your Own Sewing Table With Sewing Cabinets
I designed and built a sewing table, complete with cabinets for storage of materials. This article will show you how I did it and provide guidance on how to make one of your own.
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How to Wire Electrical Outlets: DIY Receptacle Wiring
Professional instructions for wiring both GFCI (GFI) and regular outlets by the DIY homeowner. Learning how to wire electric outlets is a simple task that nearly everyone can do themselves.
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How to Buy and Use a Non-Contact AC Voltage Detector/Tester
Need some non-contact voltage testers? Here, you'll find tips on buying and using these handy and inexpensive tools used to protect your safety.
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Recommended Hand Tool List for the Apprentice Electrician
Common recommended tools required when becoming an electrician. An electrician's hand tools are his life blood—it is imperative that every electrician own a good set of tools.
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Formulas and Multipliers for Bending Conduit or Electrical Pipe
Math formulas and multipliers to help you bend electrical conduit. Learn how to bend conduit to any configuration desired, not merely the common bends on a conduit bender.
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How to Install Laminate Formica for a Bathroom Vanity Countertop
A do-it-yourself guide to install laminate formica and make your own bathroom vanity countertop. Although it sounds frightening, it is actually an easy task for most homeowners.
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How to Turn a Closet Into Pegboard Tool Storage
Turning an under-stairwell closet into a pegboard tool storage area is an exceptional idea that has worked very well for the homeowner.
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EMT Electrical Conduit Pipe Bending: How to Bend a 90
A conduit-bending guide for bending a 90-degree bend in electrical conduit. Possibly the most basic and common of bends, but there are several ways to bend a 90.
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Installing or Replacing a Light Switch
How to install or replace a light switch, including 2 way, 3 way and 4 way switches. Easy to understand instructions for the homeowner doing their own home repairs.
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How to Buy a Viscoelastic Memory Foam Mattress Topper Pad
Tips and suggestions for buying a visco elastic memory foam mattress topper. A different type of foam with a different feel, it is important to know what you are buying.
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Lessons We Can All Learn From Children
There is a great deal that we as adults can learn from children. Learn to learn with your child!
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How to Sharpen Your Lawn Mower Blade
Any homeowner can learn how to sharpen lawn mower blades. It's not difficult and can be done by most people without much effort. Here, you'll find step-by-step instructions.
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How to Refinish and Paint a Bathtub With Epoxy Paint
Is there a special bathtub paint? Painting a bathtub is not difficult; a report from someone that did just that, with pros and cons.
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Installing and Wiring a Light Fixture
How to install a light fixture as well as how to wire that same light fixture. Written by an electrician that has installed thousands of fixtures.
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How to Install a Bathtub Tub Shower Door
Instructions on how to install a bathtub (tub) shower door. Tips on drilling walls and proper caulking.
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Are Knipex Cobra Pliers Really the Best?
Knipex is a German-based company, located in Wuppertal; the company makes pliers of all sorts and claims that Knipex pliers are the best anywhere but are they really?
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Pipe-Bending Instructions: An Electrical Conduit Bending Guide for Beginning Electricians
A conduit-bending guide with instructions on how to bend EMT conduit. Learn how to bend conduit easily and effectively with a hand bender.
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20 "Must Haves" for the Best New Homeowner Tool Kit Set
A new homeowner needs a tool set, but what should go in it? A list of the 20 most common and needed tools for the best homeowner tool set.
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Learn to Do Home Repair and Improvement Projects
Learn to do your own home repair or improvement projects. Tips and encouragement for the novice.
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Hubtrails goes to the Redwood National Park Forest and Trees of Mystery
The redwood forest surrounding the Redwood National Park is one of the great sights of North America and the Trees of Mystery attraction is high on the list as well.
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How to Make a Fleece Blanket
How to either sew or tie a fleece blanket. A great way to enlist a child's participation in a project for them.
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Plans for How to Build and Play Ladder Toss
This article contains plans and pictures to construct and play ladder toss, a game also known as ladder ball, blongo balls, or bolo toss. This project is a cheap alternative to expensive commercial games. It works just as well.
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A Cordless Bluetooth Home Phone Review: Panasonic KX-TG Phones
Want to keep your cordless phones throughout your home while using your cell from them? KX-TG phones are a great solution for doing just that.
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Trout Fishing Techniques for Rivers and Streams
Trout fishing techniques for small mountain rivers and streams.
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How to Fix or Replace a Broken Door Frame
Instructions on how to fix a broken door frame. A DIY job that can be accomplished by most homeowners for little cost, door frame repair is well worth checking into doing it yourself.
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Visiting and Camping at Bruneau Dunes State Park, Idaho
Bruneau Dunes State Park can be a wonderful place to visit, and it has something for the whole family. Here is my review of this park and campground.
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How to Tape and Apply Joint Compound to Drywall
How to finish drywall by applying tape and joint compound. Designed for the homeowner, this article gives useful tips for finishing drywall.
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Hubtrails goes to Ponderosa State Park in McCall, Idaho
Ponderosa State Park is located about 108 miles north of Boise, Idaho in McCall, Idaho. It takes about 2 hours to make the beautiful drive up from Boise along the winding...
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Are We Losing Our Personal Integrity?
Our personal integrity is one of the most important things we can present to the world, but are we losing it?
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Are Extended Family Relationships of Value in Today's Society?
As society changes are extended family relationships still of any value to us?
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A Hardwood Floor Installation Guide for Both Engineered and Non-Engineered Wood Flooring
Hardwood flooring installation for both engineered and regular hardwood flooring. Instructions for the homeowner on how to install hardwood flooring.
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The Joys and Trials of Grandparenting
Being a grandparent can be difficult - here are some tips for being a good grandparent.
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How to Get Better Fuel Economy From Your Prius
This article is dedicated not to the hard core hypermiler, but rather to the everyday Prius driver that wants better fuel economy from their Toyota Prius.
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Toyota Prius - A Hybrid Car Review
A Toyota Prius Hybrid review after 16 months of ownership. Both pros and cons are discussed.
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3 Ways to Save Electricity at Home
How to save electricity and energy at home by replacing and repairing your appliances as well as changing some habits.
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Choosing, Installing and Wiring a Home Thermostat
How to choose, install and wire a thermostat for your home heating system. Digital programmable thermostats for heat pumps.
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Bob Ross—Joy of Painting for Beginners
The Bob Ross Joy of Painting series is a tutorial for beginning oil painters and a very good one.
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The Humor Side of Fixing Up An Old RV Camper Motorhome
Humorous report of the some of the trials of fixing an old RV.
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A Paint-On Truck Bed Liner: My Personal Experience
This article details my experience with a DIY paint-on truck bed liner. I discuss why to use a bed liner, brands of DIY bed liners, and the difficulties applying it. I've also included photos of my bed liner after several years of use.
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Cancel Your Home Phone Landline, but Keep Your Home Phones and Landline Number
To cancel a landline can cause many problems - here is my own solution with some ideas for others.
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Setting up a Self-Sustaining Saltwater Fish Tank Aquarium
Discover how to set up a self-sustaining saltwater fish tank aquarium. In this article, I contribute my own experience in the hobby.
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Dual Earner Incomes - Is It Worth The Cost?
Dual earner incomes have become the norm in our society, but is that second income worth the real cost? Pros and cons of a dual earner family.
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Human Intelligence - increasing or decreasing?
Is the human species losing it’s much vaunted intelligence? A good question. Let’s start with a discussion of intelligence. I do not refer to something as simple as an IQ score - this...