A vacuum breaker is a small but important part of a standard garden hose. It attaches the faucet or hose bibb to the hose and is purposely made to be difficult to remove since it prevents water from flowing backward. Water back-flow is a very dangerous situation, as it can possibly contaminate the entire water supply.
It can be difficult to remove a vacuum breaker since it is tightly sealed.
As the saying goes, "a home is a man's castle." And what better material to adorn one's personal castle than marble, the building material used in such places as the Greek Parthenon, the Taj Mahal, and the United States Capitol?
The beauty of this legendary material does come at a cost; marble is relatively soft, and can scratch easily. While prevention is key, even the most diligent homeowner is bound to encounter a scratch now and then.
There are some people who enjoy gummy bears as a sweet chewy snack, while others love their cute shape and want them for other projects such as a bracelet or other adornment. Sadly, the normal candies do not lend themselves well to this process, as they ca melt or attract insects.
These sweet treats can be made not so sweet for your craft applications. Things You Will Need + Clear casting resin kit 8-ounce plastic cups Craft sticks Acrylic paint or Vitrail of desired colors Gummy bear candy mold Adapting a normal candy mold can give you acrylic gummy bears for all your projects.
When an animal, such as a rabbit, urinates on your lawn, the nitrogen in the urine reacts with the grass creating brown spots, called grass burn.
Neutralize rabbit urine using items from around your home or your local garden supply store. If you have a wild rabbit visiting your yard or you have a pet rabbit you allow to access to your lawn, neutralizing the urine helps protect your lawn from unsightly brown patches.
Table of Contents Ceramic vs. Porcelain Tile Glazed Porcelain Tile vs. Unglazed Porcelain Tile Scratch and Stain Resistance Tile Safety Concerns Color Choices and Concerns Glazed porcelain tile and unglazed porcelain tile are similar in construction but not in function. Glazed porcelain tile is shiny, colorful and stain resistant, but it is too slippery for use on floors.
How to Fix a Box Fan. Box fans work by having a set of fan blades attached on the shaft of a small motor. The motors and bearings on box fans have a tendency to go bad. Here is how to fix a box fan.
Things You Will Need + Screwdriver Volt-ohm meter SAE 20 nondetergent oil Lightweight spray lubricant Tip Keep your fan dry to prevent electrical hazards.
Metal hinges on doors, cabinets and furniture are often accidentally painted over when the wood is being painted. Hinges are not intended to be painted and don't look as sharp and clean as they should when they are layered with paint. Small areas of paint splatter can be removed with a little paint stripper and a cotton swab. Layers of old paint require a little more work. You can restore paint-covered hinges to their original finish with a few simple steps.
Adding tension wire to a chain-link fence provides stability and security from dogs or people who try to go under a fence. The wire holds the chain link in place low to the ground very tightly so that it cannot bend at the bottom.
Chain-link fence with a vinyl coating is available in several colors to either blend into its surroundings or provide extra visibility. Tension wire generally is installed after the poles are set for a new chain-link fence and before the fence installation.
Laminate flooring is a material designed to resemble solid hardwood flooring, but costs just a fraction of the price. It is made from a resin and wood-dust base covered with a paper top layer. The paper is printed to look like real wood, then topped with a protective coat.
Laminate floor Laminate floors may be glued down or installed as floating systems, which lock together using tongue-and-groove connectors. Because laminate is typically thinner and less sturdy than real wood, it is critical that you properly level the subfloor before you install laminate.
Dishwashers are an appliance built for convenience that result in clean dishes with little effort. Many manufacturers make dishwashers, such as Whirlpool, Bosch, Maytag and Kenmore. Dishwashers also come in all sizes, finishes and with a variety of cleaning options.
There are a few reasons why detergent won't rinse off in a dishwasher. If problems arise with a dishwasher not rinsing properly, there are some troubleshooting steps to take to help remedy the situation.