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How to Strip Latex Paint from Wood
If you have a wooden surface that has been painted with a latex-based paint, you can remove the paint relatively easily. To avoid any risk of harm to your health, use a nontoxic chemical paint stripper. You’ll also need to visit a hardware store to purcha...
How to Make a Rose out of a Cloth Napkin
Making a rose out of a cloth napkin is a simple way to improve the table adornments for a dinner party or any other special occasion. In a few quick steps, you’ll have a table full of napkin art worthy of the fanciest restaurant!
How to Tell if a Rolex is Real or Fake: 11 Signs of Authenticity
A Rolex watch is a significant investment, so you want to make sure you're getting the real deal. Some counterfeit watches may look pretty convincing, but there are tell-tale signs you can look for that will confirm a Rolex's authenticity. In this article...
11 Simple Ways to Tell You Have a Persian Cat
Identifying any cat by breed can be tricky due to the many variations that breed can have. If you're looking for a pure-bred Persian cat, it may be even more difficult to find a breeder who can verify the cat's genetics. However, Persian cats are quite di...
How to Replace a Leaking Radiator Hose
Replacing a leaking radiator hose on your car is fairly easy. All you need are a few basic tools, a basic knowledge of how your vehicle is designed, and some replacement coolant. While you can always tape the gap up to prevent more liquid from leaking out...
How to Seduce Your Girlfriend
Do you feel like you're failing at this romance thing? Has your girlfriend seemed really turned off of a physical relationship lately? Maybe you haven't gotten to that stage in your relationship yet but you're not really sure how to start. No matter your...
How to Mount a Windows Share on an Ubuntu Server
Access a windows share as if it was part of the Linux file system. The example here is for an Ubuntu server, but will probably work with most other Linux distributions. This example will mount a windows share at /mnt/backup
How to Make Glass
Making glass is a very ancient process, with archaeological evidence of glass making dating back to before 2500 BC. Once a rare and prized art, manufacturing glass has become a common industry. Glass products are used commercially and in the home as conta...
How to Polish Marble
Marble is a popular option for countertops, tabletops, flooring, and fireplace mantles. While it brings natural beauty to your home, it requires special care to prevent damage and stains, which occur easily due to marble’s porous surface.[1] X Expert S...
How to Remove Lug Nuts and Tires
Whether you need to take off your car tire to change a flat, rotate it, or do some repairs, you'll need to remove the lug nuts first. It's important you remove the lug nuts and your tire safely so you don't get hurt. By taking a few precautions and workin...
How to Increase Breast Size With a Bra
There are many different techniques that you can use to make your breasts look bigger with a bra. You might get the best results from buying a special padded bra, or from using techniques like twisting your bra and tightening your bra straps. You can also...
How to Become an Auto Mechanic
If you have a knack for working on cars, you might be thinking about starting a career as an auto mechanic. Just like with any other job, you can prepare yourself for this line of work by gaining relevant knowledge and experience. Get an education, develo...
How to Groom a Persian Cat
Persian cats have beautiful long hair that requires regular maintenance. They need to be brushed and combed daily, bathed once or twice a month, and have their nails clipped every ten days to two weeks. If you're giving your cat a complete grooming in one...
How to Choose a Curtain Rod for Your Window Decor
Choosing home décor can be overwhelming, especially something permanent you screw into the wall like a curtain rod. By selecting the proper size, choosing the right color and picking finials to accent the look, you can create window décor you'll love for...
How to Brake Properly on a Motorcycle
Learning how to use your brakes is an important factor when you’re riding a motorcycle. When you are on a bike, always apply the front and rear brakes to come to a controlled stop. During a turn, only apply the brakes at the start if you’re going too fast...
How to Sell Stock Photography
Agencies sell stock photography to advertisers, web designers, magazine and newspaper publishers, and anyone who needs photographs to market their products. Instead of employing their own photographers, clients can license photos from agencies, paying the...