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How to Clean a Bathtub Drain
A dirty bathtub drain can create horrible odors and clogs in your tub. For that reason, you should regularly maintain it by flushing it with boiling water and cleaning it with baking soda. If you've let the gunk build up, however, you may have to clear a...
How to Identify a Turkish Angora
The Turkish Angora is a natural breed that comes from the region of Ankara (formerly called Angora) in Turkey.[1] X Research source The first mention of this breed dates to the 15th century.[2] X Research source To identify thi...
How to Clean a Silver Necklace
Cleaning a silver necklace at home is as simple as gathering a few simple items, such as a microfiber cloth and some dish soap or baking soda. However, while some jewelry can be easily cleaned at home, you should leave other pieces up to the professional...
How to Treat a Cat with a Stuffy Nose
A stuffy nose can make your cat miserable. You can help your feline friend by first identifying the cause of its stuffy nose. Once you figure out why your cat has a stuffy nose, you can treat it with medication or by letting common infections run their co...
How to Start a Conversation with Your Girlfriend
Starting a conversation with your girlfriend can sometimes feel awkward or forced. However, there are plenty of easy ways to keep your communication fresh and healthy. Try to be genuinely curious and interested when you start a conversation with her. Choo...
How to Save Money when Buying a Smartphone
Purchasing a phone through a major carrier can make your immediate costs lower, but you’ll be locked into a service contract. The contract will include the cost of your phone in installment payments, so you're still paying for it. Unlocked phones will usu...
How to Start a Clothing Line with No Money
Pursuing your dream of starting a clothing line can be difficult without a lot of money, but it is possible! To start, figure out how much startup capital you will need, set a goal, and start earning money with odd jobs. Borrow money from friends and fami...
How to Clean Records without Damaging Them
If your records play with lots of pops, cracks, and static, they might be full of dust and debris. Regularly dusting and cleaning your records keeps them at top-notch quality, and luckily, it’s easy to do. In this article, we’ll show you how to deep clean...
How to Brown Chicken
Browning chicken is a crucial component to many chicken recipes. Browning, also called “searing,” is often a primary step that helps to improve the flavor of chicken before it is baked, braised, or simmered. By carefully prepping your chicken and pan, coo...
How to Can Asparagus Without a Pressure Canner
If you've gotten more fresh asparagus than you can eat right now, save it for later. Although asparagus can be safely preserved in a pressure canner, you can't safely preserve asparagus in a water bath. To can asparagus without a pressure canner, you must...
How to Use Baking Soda in the Garden
There are many uses for baking soda in the garden. You can use it to prevent fungal growth, promote healthy plants, and test your soil’s acidity level. You can keep pests like rabbits, bugs, and slugs at bay using baking soda, too. Baking soda also has...
How to Brighten a Room After Painting It Too Dark
There are many ways to brighten a room after you’ve painted it too dark. Ultimately, though, the steps you take will depend on your budget, your taste, and how much you really want to alter the room. Some things you can do include adding light, changing a...
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 Get Rid of Tattoo Scarring and Blowouts
Tattoo scarring and blowouts can be caused when a tattoo artist pushes the needles in too far or at the wrong angle. This results in the ink going too deep into the skin, causing it to run into unwanted areas. It can also cause scars to develop because th...
How to Spend More Time in Nature As a Family
Spending time with your family outdoors can help develop meaningful bonds, encourages love and affection, reduces stress, and can improve academic performance in children. However, finding the time to enjoy the outdoors can be difficult with busy schedule...
How to Combine and Save Multiple Sets on Quizlet
Quizlet is a free app that allows you to create virtual online flashcards for any subject. If you have a big test coming up that includes more than one unit or chapter, you may find it helpful to group multiple flashcard sets into a single new set you can...