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How to Set up a Tropical Freshwater Aquarium
Aquariums are a lovely addition to any space, creating a lively focal point and a source of color and entertainment. However, more than just something interesting to look at, a tropical freshwater aquarium houses living creatures, and therefore needs to b...
How to Build a Float
Building a float for the local holiday parade is one of those projects which require careful planning, teamwork, design, and lots of effort. Get your materials and helpers together before you dive into the project for a successful venture.
How to Straighten Thick Hair
Straightening thick hair can be a serious challenge. But if you've ever been frustrated by the process, you don't have to abandon all hope for pin straight locks. By preparing your hair in the right way and using the right tools, you can achieve smooth, s...
How to Unscrew a Screw Without a Screwdriver
It happens often enough that you don't have a screwdriver handy but really urgently need to remove a screw. Although using a screwdriver is the easiest and safest way to remove a screw, there are different methods that can be attempted if you cannot find...
2 Easy Ways to Put a Password on a Microsoft Word Document
Do you have Microsoft Word documents with sensitive information? If you have Word files you want to protect, you can easily lock it with a password. You can even mark the file as "Read Only" if you don't want other viewers to make accidental changes. Alwa...
How to Be a Secret Admirer on Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day is a great time for the chance to be someone's mysterious secret admirer. If there's someone you have a crush on or want to get to know better, you can anonymously send them messages and gifts to let them know that someone thinks they're s...
4 Easy Ways to Get Windows to Recognize Your iPod
Problems with the Apple Mobile Device Driver are often the cause of issues in which Windows is unable to recognize an iPod. Before diving too deep into that process, you should check to make sure that your iTunes and OS software are up to date and you are...
How to Cure Concrete
Curing is the process of keeping new concrete moist so it develops its maximum strength. Non-cured concrete is susceptible to cracking and collapses, so always cure new concrete. There are 2 main methods of curing. Wet-curing is covering the concrete with...
How to Plan a Weight Gain Diet Cheaply
Need to gain weight? Whether you are trying to gain weight to build muscles, deal with health issues, cope with your lack of appetite, fuel correctly for sports, or overcome skinny genes, gaining weight can be a difficult task. This is especially true if...
How to Acid Stain Concrete
Applying acid stain to concrete can give new life to plain, and otherwise dull looking surfaces. Acid stains can give concrete a look of deep marbling, along with a color unlike any other type of available flooring. Acid staining your concrete surface can...
How to Tell If a Person Has a Concussion
A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that most often occurs when someone is hit in the head. Concussions can also occur due to falling, physical abuse, vehicle, bicycle, or pedestrian collisions, and injuries from contact sports such as rugby and foot...
How to Curl Hair with Bobby Pins
Curling your hair with bobby pins is an easy to do. There are many heat-free ways to create curly hairstyles for both short and long hair. All you need is your fingers and some bobby pins! Simply divide your hair into small sections, wrap your hair around...
How to Row
Rowing to some can be an intimidating endeavor, but once you learn the basic mechanics it just takes practice. You can row in different settings like on a rowing machine for exercise, in the water for "crew," or in a basic rowboat. Rowing takes a lot of p...
How to Unscrew a Coaxial Cable From Audiovisual Equipment
Coaxial cable connections are often stuck in hard-to-reach places on your audiovisual equipment. Even worse, the connections can literally get stuck due to the heat produced by the equipment.[1] X Research source To unstick the connection, g...
11 Ways to Make a Fantastic First Impression
A first impression can have a huge effect on how the other person views you. Whether you’re interviewing for a new job, meeting a new client, going on a first date, or introducing yourself to a potential friend, we're here to help you put your best foot f...
How to Swing Dance
Swing is a style of dance that developed along with the jazz music scene of the 1920s and 1940s. Swing dancing encompasses a wide range of different moves, such as the Lindy Hop and the Charleston. If you want to learn how to swing dance, start with the b...