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How to Use and Clean Ear Plugs
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How to Use and Clean Ear Plugs

When wearing ear plugs, it's important to use them properly to get the most effective wear and benefits. Safely using disposable or reusable ear plugs can help keep you from suffering hearing loss associated with loud noises.

A Lawn Watering Guide
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A Lawn Watering Guide

Whether you're watering a well-established lawn or one that's newly seeded, sodded, or plugged, watering it correctly is important for its growth and overall health. Adhering to a few easy-to-follow steps will help you have the lush, healthy-looking lawn you want.

How to Dispose of Fluorescent Light Bulbs and Tubes
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How to Dispose of Fluorescent Light Bulbs and Tubes

While they're extremely efficient, compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) and fluorescent tubes will eventually burn out. When they do, extra care and caution must be taken when disposing of them compared to their incandescent cousins.

How to Seed Your Lawn and When to Fertilize It
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How to Seed Your Lawn and When to Fertilize It

By following a few simple steps and providing a little maintenance TLC, sowing grass seed is an easy DIY project that can transform your lawn into something you can admire with pride throughout the growing months.

How to Fill and Service Windshield Washer Fluid
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How to Fill and Service Windshield Washer Fluid

You'll never know just when you're going to need to clean your vehicle's windshield so your view of the road isn't impaired.

How to Spray Paint
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How to Spray Paint

Spray paint is a great way to give any worn and faded chair, table, or nearly any other object a fresh new look. But getting that eye-appealing final finish takes a little preparation to get it done right.

How to Mow and Edge a Lawn
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How to Mow and Edge a Lawn

While many homeowners may view the regular task of mowing and edging the lawn with a deep sense of loathing, having a structured plan on how to finish the job can help ease the perceived pain.

How to Sharpen Lawn Mower Blades
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How to Sharpen Lawn Mower Blades

Much like shaving with a dull razor, mowing a lawn with a dull lawn mower blade can yield similar undesirable results. Using a dull razor can leave nicks, cuts, abrasions, and make for an overall uncomfortable shave. But, with a nice, sharp blade you'll get a smooth, clean shave.

How to Remove Duct Tape
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How to Remove Duct Tape

Duct tape refers to strong, versatile adhesive tapes that are made with three main components: rubber adhesive, cloth, and film backing to use in a variety of applications. There are many different types and grades of duct tape.

How to Choose the Right Pressure Gauge
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How to Choose the Right Pressure Gauge

Choosing the correct pressure gauge for an application can cause confusion. With all the different types, accuracies, scales, and connection sizes, how do you select one and what do they all mean?

How to Choose the Right Thermostat
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How to Choose the Right Thermostat

Heating and cooling units use thermostats to control and regulate building temperatures. Units either have a line voltage system or low voltage system, and each operates with specific types of thermostats. The guide below explains which type of thermostat can be used with each system.

How to Choose the Ideal Brushes for Your Paint Job
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How to Choose the Ideal Brushes for Your Paint Job

To ensure you get the best results when painting, you’ll need the right tools—specifically the ideal brushes. The brush you select will be based on the surface you are painting and the type of paint you use.

How to Measure Pipe Fittings
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How to Measure Pipe Fittings

Learn to measure pipe and fitting sizes accurately with this helpful guide.

How To Maintain Pipes and Plumbing
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How To Maintain Pipes and Plumbing

The best way to avoid a plumbing emergency at your home, business, or property is to take steps to maintain your pipes and fixtures. Follow these five tips to keep your taps in tip top shape.

How to Make Manual Lifting Easier by Setting up a Block and Tackle Pulley System
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How to Make Manual Lifting Easier by Setting up a Block and Tackle Pulley System

A block and tackle pulley system is an arrangement of ropes and pulleys which allows for force to be traded for distance, and can be found in everyday, common applications such as the rigging on a sailboat, flagpoles, window blinds, engine hoists, or even large construction cranes.

How to Select the Right Water Pump
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How to Select the Right Water Pump

A water pump moves water or fluids from one place to another. The type of pump that best suits your needs depends upon the type of liquid you want to pump, the volume of liquid you require, and the distance you want the liquid to move.