Power cords are one of the main sources of problems with window air conditioning units. As you plug and unplug the cords over time, the wires inside the cord can come apart or even short circuit, causing a faulty or burnt power cord. Changing a power cord requires utilizing a few simple tools---and the right type of replacement power cord.
Faulty cords are a major source of air conditioner problems.
Because of its sticky consistency and ability to adhere to almost any surface, bubble gum may be one of the toughest types of stains to remove. Despite its reputation, however, gum is not that tough to remove from walls. With a few household items, you can remove gum from your walls with only a little time and effort.
Bubble gum that ends up on your walls can usually be removed quickly.
Patent leather is leather that has a high gloss, shiny finish. The finish is normally a type of plastic coating but can also be a lacquer coating. Patent leather is commonly used to make shoes, handbags, wallets and trench coats. If it comes in contact with ballpoint pen ink, the ink can be removed.
Patent leather is a leather with a high gloss, shiny finish. It is easiest to remove the ink while the ink is still fresh and hasn't set into the leather.
Sun umbrellas, or patio umbrellas, provide much needed shade in the hot sun, and protection against UV rays. When an umbrella cord breaks, it may seem that the umbrella is useless, but don’t throw it out just yet. These cords can be replaced in a few hours and can add years to the life of the umbrella.
Enjoy the outdoors again, by repairing your sun umbrella. Step 1 Open the umbrella and locate the area where the umbrella cord has broken or worn through.
Strap hinges are designed for holding up heavy doors and gates. Gate strap hinges, also known as T hinges, are different from those made for doors, as they have one long horizontal leaf and one short vertical leaf. A strong pivot pin connects the two parts, allowing for a heavy object to swing on it. Gate hinges range in size from 4-inch hinges for light gates up to 10-inch thick steel hinges for heavy wooden gates.
The Noritz Corporation specializes in the manufacture of tankless water heaters for commercial and residential use.
Tankless water heaters provide hot water for faucets and appliances throughout a home or business, but unlike traditional water heaters, the water is heated and distributed on demand instead of maintaining a tank full of hot water at all times. Tankless water heaters offer reduced energy consumption and take up less space than traditional water heaters.
For the most accurate food weights, your Escali digital scale must remain stable and operate in proper conditions. Escali's digital scales measure ingredient density, or weight, for dry ingredients with some models weighing both dry and liquid ingredients. If the machine becomes unstable because it's not used correctly, it may show incorrect weights or may not register a weight on the display. Troubleshoot the scale's error codes and the reason that it's not working properly to avoid damaging the machine.
Table of Contents Wet Rot Wet Wood Green Wood Prevention/Solution Maintenance There are several different causes for wet wood. Each type of wet wood requires a slightly different treatment. Most treatment methods are simple, and very few treatment methods require special tools.
When wood becomes wet, it can have a host of problems The best way to eliminate the need for wet wood treatments is to use preventive measures to keep the wood from ever retaining enough water to cause a problem.
A shoji screen is a translucent screen typically used to divide walls in Japanese houses. Traditionally constructed by attaching rice paper to a wooden or bamboo framework, the screen enables light to filter through while maintaining privacy.
Design and build a freestanding shoji screen to divide a large room. Things You Will Need + Measuring tape Wood boards, 1 to 2 inches wide Miter saw Paintbrushes Primer or paint Hammer and nails (optional) Wood glue Rice paper 6 hinges Screws Screwdriver 2 aluminum U-railings Today, shoji screens are commonly used as sliding doors or freestanding screens in Western homes to partition or divide large rooms and enhance the interior design.
Even the comfiest, most beloved sofa can lose its cachet when the upholstery fades from sun exposure or wear and tear. Whether the couch is a family-friendly shade of navy, an adventuresome scarlet red or a tame brown, faded spots large or small bespeak neglect and apathy.
Restore faded upholstery with paint. Reupholstering is an option, but the time and expense -- even for the DIY enthusiast -- can be daunting.