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Paint brush cleaning techniques

How to clean paint brushes

Paint brushes are a must have item in every DIY home owner’s garage. It doesn’t make much sense; financially speaking, having to buy new paint brushes every time you embark on a home painting project. To this end, it is important to know the basics on how to clean paint brushes after use; something most … Read more

How to effectively sanitize a yoga mat

How to clean a yoga mat

A lot of yogis out there often have to contend with dirty mats and how to properly sanitize them. Sweaty and dirt filled mats harbor millions of microbes which poses a risk of disease contraction. Ailments such as the common cold easily pass on from one individual to the next courtesy of dirty mats. The … Read more

Best Alarm Clock For Heavy Sleepers

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I never used to be a heavy sleeper, but after I had kids, I found that I slept much more deeply than I ever had before. Finding the best alarm clock for heavy sleepers was key, so that I’d stop sleeping through my morning alarm! Mornings where everyone was running late weren’t any fun for … Read more

How To Find The Best Chainsaw Replacement Chain

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Chainsaws are incredibly handy power tools. There are so many uses for them around your home if you live in a wooded area. They make thinning out overpopulated sections of trees, cutting up large fallen branches and preparing firewood extremely easy. As useful as they are they also are a tool that takes much abuse … Read more

Why is my electric bill so high?

Why is my electric bill so high

Quick Navigation IntroductionWhere’s all the electricity going?Appliances left plugged inOld appliances and electrical devicesFaulty wiringEnergy-hungry appliancesThe remedy; what you need to doConclusion ​Has your electricity bill gone up or do you just suspect that it has always been too high? If comparing your average spending on electric power with other people’s rates confirms your suspicions, … Read more

Why do painters wear white? Let’s Decode The Mystery!

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Table of Contents Introduction Of why do painters wear whiteA Brief History of Painter’s WhitesTheory #1: White as a Symbol of Cleanliness and ProfessionalismTheory #2: White as a Base for Mixing ColorsTheory #3: White as a Union ColorTheory #4: White as a Reflection of HeatTheory #5: White as an Indicator of SkillTheory #6: White as … Read more

Hickory flooring pros and cons

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Hickory is one of the most durable and hardest woods out there. However, it has become an alternative for hardwood floors. Hickory comes in a variety of colors starting from warm reddish-brown to light blonde.It has a distinct grainy pattern. Plus, it is also perfect for making a rustic look. So, to know the hickory … Read more

How to Use a Paint Sprayer With These 7 Easy Steps

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A paint sprayer machine will make staining faster and simpler, especially for rough areas. But, it can also introduce a lot of problems, including staining other things that you don’t intend to paint. The key factor to succeed with paint spraying is to prepare the process correctly. It includes selecting the right paint sprayer, developing the … Read more

How to Choose the Best Materials: Acacia Flooring Pros and Cons

acacia flooring pros and cons

Hardwoods are among the most attractive of the floors. A wooden floor is simply elegant and beautiful. Among the best choices for the floor is the acacia wood. One of the ideal characteristics of acacia is its unique design. Although like other woods, acacia can be stained, its irregular pattern and color are among its sought-after … Read more