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If you're a do-it-yourself-er, you've likely needed to use acrylic sheeting in a project. Acrylic sheets are fairly simple to cut. If your sheet is relatively thin--less than 3⁄16 inch (0.48 cm)--you can use the scoring method. Otherwise, you'll need to u...

Oven racks can easily get covered in burned-on gunk, which may seem like a hassle to remove. However, there are several ways you can easily clean your oven racks with minimal effort, depending on what materials you have handy. You can use ammonia, dryer s...

Whether you’re a novice fly fisherman or an experienced angler, you’ll need to connect your fly line to a leader to go fishing. A fly line is the fishing line you use to fish, while the leader is a transparent connector that links your fly line to your fl...

When you write and mail a formal business letter, the address of the recipient will appear in two places – on the outside of the envelope and at the top of the letter. These two addresses may differ slightly in the way they are formatted. Addressing your...

Teaching is more than a career -- it’s a calling. If you have a passion for helping others and want to help young people learn, then you may choose to become a high school teacher. Once you’ve decided it's the right career for you, you'll need to earn you...

Thick brows are bold and fierce, but unfortunately, they don’t just appear overnight. Achieving that bushy look may seem impossible if you’ve been grooming your eyebrows for a long time or have naturally sparse brows. But what if we told you there were wa...

Sciatic pain happens when a herniated or bulging disc in your lower back pinches your sciatic nerve, resulting in excruciating lower back pain. This pain typically radiates down one side of your body, through your thigh. Sciatic pain usually goes away on...

Arguments are unavoidable in relationships, but that doesn't mean they have to be long and drawn out. Whether you're arguing with a sibling, romantic partner, friend, or coworker, you can use the same strategies to cool off and get to the bottom of the is...

On the surface, canceling your Dish Network satellite TV service is easy — you call 888-283-2309 (in the U.S.) and tell them you want out. However, like practically every other company in the industry, Dish will go to great lengths to make sure you remain...

If your patio cushions are looking a little worn and faded, it may be time to recover them. Instead of running out to buy new covers or cushions, consider recovering your existing cushions with new fabric. While you can always sew a new cover, there are o...

Radio controlled cars can provide hours of enjoyment straight out of the box, but their speed often leaves something to be desired. Luckily, all it takes is a few small tweaks to make them even more exciting. By installing a powerful lithium ion battery...

An uneven surface can weaken or damage an above ground pool, so leveling the ground before installation is essential. Remove the sod, then check for levelness to identify slopes and high spots. Always dig out high patches instead of filling in lower areas...

Chickens are intelligent birds capable of learning a variety of tricks. Training your chickens can help make managing their flock easier for you. With adequate treats and a call your chickens will recognize, you can train your chickens to perch on your ha...

Archbishops are esteemed members of the clergy and, likewise, we address them with special titles whenever we speak or write to them. Most commonly, we say, “Your Excellency,” but there’s a bit more to it than that, so we’ll tell you everything you need t...

Bell peppers are a colorful and tasty addition to any meal, but if they aren’t stored properly, they may go bad before you can use them. Luckily, there are a few steps you can take to make sure your bell peppers stay crisp and fresh. We’ll go over everyth...

Deforestation is when large patches of forest are cleared for farmland, livestock, mining, and urban development. Among their many vital roles, trees reduce some of the greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change, produce the oxygen we need to brea...