An air purifier may not seem like the most glamorous item in your home, but it can make a big difference in your quality of life. Air purifiers, like the Honeywell HPA300 True HEPA Allergen Remover, are designed to filter the air in your home when frequent cleaning just isn’t cutting it. These devices work by filtering out allergens, pet dander, bacteria, and other airborne particles that can be harmful to your health....
3-Way Switching Basics The thing to remember about 3-way switch wiring is that 3-way switches are always used in pairs. In other words, if a circuit has 3-way switches, it always has two of them. If there are other switches on the same circuit, these must be 4-way switches; 3-way switches are not used on the same circuits with standard single-pole switches. A 4-way switch is similar to a 3-way and works in conjunction with a pair of 3-ways to provide switching control from three or more locations....
What Is a Tar-and-Chip Driveway? First, we need a brief introduction to just what this type of driveway consists of. This kind of surface is also called “Macadam.” This name derived from its creator, a Scottish engineer named John Loudon McAdam. Roads built this way were originally water-bound, before evolving into the tar-based versions we have today. The problem with the water-bound version was that it allowed too much dust to be kicked up, a problem remedied by the use of tar as a binding agent....
Too Small Rug When it comes to area rugs, the scale is just as important as style. Pick one that’s large enough for all furniture legs to rest on it so it doesn’t look like it’s floating in the middle of your room. Here are some other tips pertaining to area rugs and a list of places to find affordable yet stylish options. Too Short Curtains Before you dress your windows, measure the distance between the rod and the floor and buy panels to this length or longer....
Three Examples of Bucking up Trees One time you would buck up wood is in preparing for log cabin construction. In this case, you would cut a tree down, then buck up portions of it into the lengths required for construction purposes. An example that will have great relevance to those who heat with wood comes from preparing firewood for curing and eventual burning. You would buck up a tree’s wood to a suitable size (16 inches is a common length, but some people prefer to burn longer lengths), split it, and stack it outside for drying in neat rows....
To ensure that you and all of your winter guests are nice and toasty at night, we’ve rounded up key information to keep in mind when shopping for winter sheets. Before You Buy Staying warm while clocking your nightly eight hours of Zzzs will make chilly winter nights feel less brutal. There’s nothing like ending a long day and climbing into a warm, cozy bed, after all. Of course, if you’ve been finding yourself shivering in the night, you can first try to layer in some throw blankets or upgrade your comforter or duvet cover to a more seasonally appropriate option....
Care of Life Jackets/PFDs During your day on the water, avoid leaving life jackets in direct sun for long periods of time. This can cause deterioration and fading of fabrics. After every water outing there are several things that should be done: If used in saltwater, rinse the jackets with clean water. Rinse off any mud, sand or visible stains. After rinsing, let the jackets drip dry before stowing. Never try to speed the drying time by using a clothes dryer or any type of direct heat....
It is important to understand the type of leather you are purchasing and to be sure that it is real leather. Many synthetic products can look very similar but the type of cleaning and care is much different. Types Leather comes in several grades and finishes and that makes a difference in how they are cleaned. Here are the four most commonly sold types of leather: Suede: Natural suede leather is created from the soft underside of a split-grain animal hide....
How Often to Clean Fireplace Bricks When soot accumulates, it leaves the odor of smoke and unsightly black stains on bricks; ceramic tiles and grout; carpets, drapes and upholstery; and painted surfaces. It’s important to remove the soot often, because it can eventually cause permanent damage, especially to porous surfaces. The more often you use a fireplace, the more often you’ll need to schedule a time to clean. The sooner you clean away soot discoloration on fireplace bricks, the easier the job will be....
Once the larvae begin to hatch, a crop can be rapidly decimated. The adult beetles are difficult to get rid of because they have adapted resistance to control methods, both conventional and organic. As a result, your best weapons for dealing with the Colorado potato beetle are vigilance and speed. 6 Ways to Get Rid of Colorado Potato Beetles Organically There are several methods that can help when plants are already infested....
