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How to Use Bleach to Clean a Wood Fence

Mildew is a common problem on wood fences, but although mildew may live on the wood, it does not feed on it, according to Jeff Beneke in “The Fence Bible: How to Plan, Install and Build Fences and Gates to Meet Every Home Style and Property Need, No Matter What Size Your Yard. Bleach your wood fence to remove mildew. ” One of the best ways to remove the discoloration is to wash the wood fence with a bleach solution.

How to Clean Old Plastic Planters

Many gardeners spend a large portion of their annual gardening budgets on new planters to make their yards look neat and beautiful, even though they have many old plastic planters in their garden sheds that are still perfectly serviceable. There is no need to buy new planters each year. Things You Will Need + Plastic tubs Bleach Plastic scrub brush Dish detergent Cleaning rags Rubbing alcohol If you want to spend that money on plants instead of new containers, you will need a strong arm to clean old plastic planters and get them looking bright and new again.

How to Transfer Propane to Another Tank

Propane is a common heating fuel for outdoor cooking. It’s normally a gas but can be stored in a portable tank as a liquid under at least 12 standard atmospheres (atm) of pressure. The portable tank will need to be refilled with propane periodically from a supply tank. How to Transfer Propane to Another Tank You can transfer the propane from one tank to another while keeping it in a liquid state.

How to Remove a Forklift Counterweight

Forklifts are used in warehouses to move large loads, load shipping containers and unload delivery trucks. They have the capability to lift pallets of material and place them in storage locations to maximize the vertical dimension of a room. Learn the safe way to remove a counterweight from a forklift. For a forklift to lift large loads, a counterweight is often used to shift the center of gravity of the vehicle to accommodate heavy loads or high placement.

Can You Replace Metal Around Sink Drains?

The metal ring in the bottom of your sink helps connect the sink’s drain opening to the drainpipes located under the sink. If you choose to replace the metal ring because you are updating the look of the bathroom’s hardware or because the old ring has worn out, you must use specific techniques for the removal of the old ring and the installation of the new one. Drain Assembly You must break the seal between the sink and the drain body.

How to Do a Table Swag

Simple sinuous lines define and embellish the edges of celebratory tables when you add decorative swags to party decor. Swagging a head table or the guest tables at an event adds an extra flourish to plain decor for minimal expense and effort. Whether you go for classic tulle, woven fairy lights or greenery, make sure the tablecloths are well-secured -- and get more swag material than you think you'll need.

How to Fix the Heating Element on a Bosch Front Load Dryer

Table of Contents Fuse/Breaker Problem Moisture Sensor Problem Exhaust Duct Problem Motor Temperature Problem Replacing The Heating Element As you use your Bosch front-loading dryer, you might experience problems with its heat output. Before rushing to the assumption that the heating element is bad, you can do a little minor troubleshooting. You might discover something else is to blame for the heat problem.

How to Install a Marble Threshold

Marble thresholds are one special way to add a little extra something to the transition point between rooms in your house or just as a way to bridge the gap between two different flooring materials. Marble thresholds used to be expensive. These days, however, you can find them at any flooring store, which means you can add the beauty of natural stone to any transition point in your house.

How to Remove Grease Stains From a Polyester Cotton Tablecloth

Tablecloths are easily stained during mealtime. Grease stains are the hardest to remove. Washing the tablecloth in the washing machine usually won't get rid of the stain. Remove Grease Stains From a Polyester Cotton Tablecloth Things You Will Need + Shampoo Toothbrush Baking soda Dish soap WD-40 Here are four ways to remove grease stains from a polyester cotton tablecloth, although you will have to do a little extra work before tossing it into the washing machine for normal laundering.

How to Tear Apart Desk Chair Casters

Desk chair casters enable a chair to swivel or roll instead of remaining stationary. The ability to disassemble or tear apart a desk chair caster primarily is based on the original construction of the caster. Many casters are factory-welded for strength. Things You Will Need + Wrench Allen wrench Spray/squirt lubrication Rag If you examine your desk chair caster and see no nuts, bolts or screws, then your casters is factory-welded and will be nearly impossible to tear apart or disassemble without destroying the caster.