According to the EPA every year approximately 75,000 children in the USA are poisoned by house hold pesticides. Most of the poisonings are due to improper storage of chemicals.
A study showed almost 50% of homes with children had poisons stored in an unlocked area below 4 feet high. In homes without children pesticides were found unlocked and below the 4 foot safety level 75% of the time.
Even if you do not have children it is important to store your chemicals safely …
In a recent conversation with a friend they told me of a laminate countertop that they were unhappy with due to discoloration over many years. Although the countertop was in relatively decent physical condition it seems stains, scuffs and scratches were making the countertop look unappealing. They then asked my opinion on painting the countertop and told me of a few websites that had suggested painting could restore the countertop to new condition.
After hearing …
Once a Flower is cut the time that it will last is limited but there are some very simple things that you can do to get the most out of your purchase or garden cuttings.
If you are retrieving flowers from your own garden you want to select flowers that are just about to or just have bloomed.
Stem length will be determined by the type of flower and the condition of the plant. It is …
I like many out there look for ways to reduce my monthly utility bills and alternative energy has been an interest to me since the 1970’s when I first saw a home with panels and asked what they were for.
Recently … I would say in the last 6 months I have been coming across articles on large websites not independent ones claiming that the average person who is handy can build their own solar …
Every bathroom needs fixtures that look good and perform with excellence. When viewing the vast number of choices in a store or online your visual and functional needs can quickly narrow the choices.
Every Manufacturer follows some basic design specs so you can expect to see many of the same mechanical features across all product lines.
First you must pick a model that physically fits your sink top….
African Violets are one of the most popular indoor plants. Requiring a little more care then other house plants they can provide beautiful foliage and flowers.
Water, sun and temperature are the key to healthy plants.
African Violets have about a 10 degree happy zone with a daytime temperature of 72F and overnight temperatures no lower then 62F.
The plant will flower in bright light but they do not like high heat so east or …
Siding comes in many forms but T1 siding is mostly used as an Exterior Sheathing and Siding all in one.
Its primary application is in out buildings such as a detached garage or shed but it can be used on homes or businesses with good results.
Its maintenance factor will depend on the product that you select and new products that have a weather barrier or textured surface to match traditional siding surfaces are available.
The product comes in 4×8 sheets similar to …
Tool Chests are a great way to store and sort your hand tools and although they have been used by Automotive Mechanics for years they are finding their ways into home garages too.
There are many options when purchasing a Tool Chest so you should look for one that meets your own needs.
Models are available in many sizes and with special options. You can choose from a single piece tool chest or start off by …
During the summer season it’s nice to keep a few doors or windows open to provide cross ventilation. However there are times when the breeze gets a little too strong and your door will slam shut. Instead of resorting to piles of shoes or cans of juice to keep your door open you can install a retractable doorstop that will provide both …
Understanding a little bit about your car’s paint and the products that you put on it will go a long way in protecting your investment.
This HowTo will cover some of the methods to restore and improve older paint. If you are working on fresh paint see our other HowTo for additional information.
It seems that every year some company comes out with a new product that is suppose to …
Knowing when your battery is dead is pretty easy to understand usually you get in and try the ignition and if you are lucky you might hear some grinding of your starter or just a few clicks of the solenoid but how can you predict or stop this from happening?
In this HowTo we will look at some of the maintenance and preventative measures you can take to make sure your battery won’t let you …
Whether you are installing a back splash surround or a new tile floor in your kitchen one of the most important jobs is cutting tiles to fit within the area you are working on.
There are basically four grades of Tile Cutters. Hand Tools that can cut full tiles in half or on angles, Electric wet and dry diamond saws that can cut straight lines and in slightly intricate shapes, Gasoline or large tile saws that also can be used for …