How To
How to Grow Celery Indoors
If you love to garden or just want to save a few bucks, start growing your own celery! To jumpstart the process, buy a bunch of celery from the store and cut off the base. You can place the base in water so the plant regenerates and begins growing new lea...
3 Ways to Get Rid of a Hot Sauce Stain Fast
If you love the spicy thrill of putting hot sauce on everything, chances are you've had to deal with a spill or two. The oils and red pigment from the chili peppers in hot sauce can turn a small splatter into a stubborn stain, but don't give up hope! Whet...
How to Build Humus
Humus is a black-brown layer of soil material that's formed from decayed vegetable and plant matter. It’s different from compost in the sense that it is "finished," which means no components can be broken down any further. It's also primarily made with le...
How to Fix a Leak in a Gas Tank
Leaking fuel puddling on the ground is a telltale sign of a gas leak. Although it may seem alarming, most tanks can be repaired with minimal effort. Before you are able to make repairs, access the tank, find the source of the leak, and then clean the area...
How to Stop Birds from Attacking Windows
Some territorial birds will attack windows during their breeding season. When they see their reflection, they think another bird has entered their breeding ground and will aggressively peck or fly at the window. To prevent or stop birds from attacking you...
How to Read Humidity
Humidity is the amount of water vapor in the atmosphere. High humidity often feels moist or muggy, while low humidity can feel dry and create static electricity. If you’d like to read the humidity levels in your home or the air around you, measure the hum...
How to Iron Synthetic Fabric
Ironing is an unfortunate necessity for many fabrics, but it can be an especially tricky task when you’re dealing with synthetic materials. Before you start, turn your fabric inside out and place it on a padded ironing board. Next, protect your garments a...
How to Play the Guzheng (Chinese Zither)
The guzheng is an incredibly unique and interesting instrument to play. Many people like the sound of a guzheng because it can be soothing and relaxing. If you have access to a guzheng, this wikiHow will teach you the basics and how to get a great sound o...
How to Insert a Multiple Page PDF Into a Word Document
This wikiHow teaches how to insert a multiple-page PDF into your Microsoft Word document. If you've tried to insert the PDF already, you've probably noticed that you only see the first page. You can get around this by splitting your PDF into separate page...
How to Get Black Marks Off Walls
Black marks on walls have a variety of causes, ranging from simple scuff marks to mold. The cleaning method depends on the stain and what type of surface you have. For painted walls, a wet sponge with some dish soap can remove most marks, but you can also...
How to Replace a Sliding Glass Door with French Doors
Replacing old sliding glass doors with hinged French doors is a popular option for updating your home and adding new, elegant style. Installing French doors from scratch is a big job, but it’s made easier by pre-made door kits. Start by uninstalling your...
How to Extract Gold from a Rock
Prospecting for gold can be a fun hobby, though it’s a lot of work! You may be able to harvest gold flakes from rock if it contains gold among its minerals. The safest way to extract gold from rocks at home is to crush the rocks. However, you might use me...
How to Dispose of Lighters
Unfortunately, lighters cannot be recycled. The residue from the lighter fluid or butane makes lighters impossible to process, even when your lighter has been emptied or cleaned. However, before you throw your lighter in the garbage, contact your local sa...
How to Pass a Placement Test for College Math
While you can't pass or fail a placement test, your score will determine which mathematics class you should be placed in based on your knowledge and skills. Before you take the test, review basic math concepts, geometry, algebra, and calculus. Take your t...
How to Reset a Ninja Coffee Bar
If you're trying to fix a cup of coffee with your Ninja Coffee Bar but keep having difficulties, there are some easy ways to fix common problems. To fix a machine that keeps turning off mid-brew, check to be sure you chose the correct brew size. If your m...
How to Contact the Prime Minister of India
The Prime Minister of India is the elected head of government, chief advisor to the President, and the head of the Council of Ministers (i.e., cabinet). As of December 2019, Narendra Modi is the Prime Minister of India. The Prime Minister has provided the...