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How to Measure Bacterial Growth
There are many ways to measure bacteria growth, and some are more complex than others. Though you sacrifice some consistency in your measurements, the simplest methods are accurate enough and used commonly. The most well-known methods are observing and co...
How to Add a Snap to Leather
Snap closures are a practical and economical method to add sturdy closures to leather items. However, snap setting is a task that many leather crafters find daunting. To add a snap to leather, you will need some special tools and materials, but the proces...
How to Start an Internet Dating Site
With the increasing use of the Internet as a way for people to communicate, online dating sites have become a highly popular way for single people to meet and find romantic partners. Starting your own Internet dating site takes time, hard work, and creati...
How to Cook Turkey Drumsticks
Turkey drumsticks are a flavorful alternative to chicken. They are best known for their savory dark meat and crispy brown skin. Drumsticks are much easier to prepare than a whole turkey, so they're a great choice for weeknight cooking. Learn how to bake,...
How to Do a Title Search
If you are purchasing a home or a piece of property, it is very important that you conduct a title search before you complete the transaction. A title search is the process of going through past deeds, tax records, and other financial transactions linked...
How to Become an Electric Car Mechanic
Electronic vehicle (EV) technicians are on the cutting edge of a promising market with a ton of future growth. Regardless of whether you have experience working on vehicles or not, anyone with drive and determination can break into this field as a mechani...
How to Flash a Chimney
If you see or feel leaks around your chimney, or notice that your ceiling has water stains, you may need to replace the flashing on your chimney. You should reinstall chimney flashing before reshingling your roof, or when you notice that the existing chim...
How to Calculate the Growth Rate of Nominal GDP
There are several calculations that a country can make when trying to measure its economic progress. The gross domestic product (GDP) has become the foremost measure of economic activity for most countries. It is the measure of a nation's goods and servic...
How to Remove a Wall Mirror
Many rooms feature large mirrors that are simply glued directly to the wall without a frame or nails. These wall mirrors are great because they are cheap, easy to install, and pose little risk of falling and breaking. Unfortunately, removing a glued-on mi...
How to Glue Plexiglas Sheets Together
Acrylic glass, often referred to by the trademarked term Plexiglas, is a strong, transparent plastic with various uses. Because it is transparent and needs to perform well in high-stress applications, you will need a special type of glue called methylene...
How to Remove Soda Stains from a Car's Interior
Having a spill inside your car is never fun. Fortunately, soda stains are some of the easiest types of stains to remove from a car's interior. As with any kind of stain, removing the stain is easier if you act immediately. Start by wetting and diluting th...
How to Measure Capacitance
Capacitance is the measure of how much electrical energy is stored in an object, such as a capacitor used in an electronic circuit. The unit for measuring capacitance is the farad (F), defined as 1 coulomb (C) of electric charge per volt (V) of potential...
How to Remove Epoxy
Epoxy is a permanent adhesive used on many types of surfaces, from plastic to metal. Once epoxy has hardened, removing it can be tricky. Epoxy starts in a liquid state. As it is mixed, the substance’s temperature heats up until it starts to cool off and h...
3 Ways to Make Candles With Sand
A beachy, sandy candle is the perfect complement to a breezy ocean night, and can bring a bit of sea into any room. We’re here to show you 3 ways to do just that! Make a bespoke candle with a sand mold, make an elegant accent piece with granulated sand, o...
How to Get a Loan With Western Union
Western Union is a popular money transfer service in the United States. Though it does not offer loans directly, it partners with Check Into Cash, a loan service. After receiving a loan through Check Into Cash, you can get the money wired through Western...
How to Thread Eyebrow & Facial Hair at Home: Tips, Tricks, & More
If you want to master threading, also known as "tying" or "khite" in Arabic, you’re in the right place! This ancient temporary hair removal method is a popular way to rid yourself of any peach fuzz on your lips, cheeks, and chin, not to mention perfect a...