Table of Contents Lavender Oil Characteristics Active Ingredient Effectiveness Against Mosquitoes Possible Applications Further Considerations Lavender essential oil is distilled from the flowers of English lavender (Lavandula angustifolia syn. Lavandula officinalis), a perennial member of the mint family native to the mountainous regions of the Mediterranean, and grown as an ornamental specimen in U.

Picnic tables are wonderful things to have in your back yard for children and guests at family cook outs. They are even better when you add a large market umbrellas to them. your shade is always with you and there is no need to keep moving the table as the sun moves. Things You Will Need + Market Umbrella Pipe floor flange Pipe nipple Computer grommet Screws Thumb screw Screwdriver or drill Tap set Drill hole saw (close to size of umbrella pole) This project uses a few plumbing supplies that can be easily purchased anywhere.

Over time, jewelry can become dirty and dull from the oils on your skin and perspiration, not to mention dust and food matter. Cleaning jewelry, much of it with crevices and fine details, can be a tedious chore and expensive, too, with specialized solutions for different metals and stones. Avoid this trouble by employing club soda, also known as soda water or carbonated water, along with a few household items.

It makes good sense to properly insulate new walls. Efficient use of insulation keeps a building warmer in winter and cooler in summer, thereby reducing both heating and air-conditioning costs. Effective insulation is an essential element of new buildings. Many building regulations now specify minimum R-values for insulation products, but when you need to find the overall thermal conductance of a wall or building, you need to calculate the U-factor.

Installing a washing machine on a carpet isn't the most ideal situation, but it can be done if that's all you have available. The main objectives in this kind of setup are to keep the washing machine as level as possible, and protect the carpet from possible leaks. The machine can be kept level with the addition of a thick piece of plywood as a base and the carpet protected by the addition of a washing machine drain pan.

Often containing a mix of red pepper, coriander and cumin, among a large variety of other spices, curry can be used as a gravy or sauce or as a side dish served with rice or bread. It is most often associated with Asian and Indian cuisines, but is served around the world. Things You Will Need + Bowl Warm water Dish detergent White vinegar Clean white rag or towel Rubbing alcohol Ammonia Most people will find colorful curry stains nearly impossible to remove from carpeting.

The Formica Group cautions against using bleach to clean laminate countertops. Bleach can work wonders on everything from laundry to bathroom fixtures, removing stains and leaving these items sparkling clean. When used on laminate countertops, however, bleach can leave ugly stains or discolorations that can detract from the overall look of your countertops and kitchen. Fortunately, handy homeowners have several options when it comes to removing or repairing bleach stains on laminate countertops.

Properly sizing an air filter for a HVAC (heating, ventilating and air conditioning) system will not only make the unit efficient but keep the air inside the home cleaner and healthier. Air filters are usually placed just inside the HVAC air intake grill. This allows for easy access to the filter and keeps the entire duct system clean. Step 1 Understand that the size of the air filter is based solely on the air movement of the blower fan contained inside the HVAC unit.

Lilac wood grows quickly every year, sending up new branches while the older branches get thicker. Woodworkers considered the lilac wood to be a "hardwood," suitable for carving and musical instruments. Lilac bushes need the older wood trimmed out each year for new blooms. Whether you are clearing out old bushes or just trimming in your yard, save the wood and use it for heat in a fireplace. Rejuvinating Lilac Bushes Lilac bushes need trimming every few years to remove the old wood.

How to Blow on a Textured Ceiling. Texturing a ceiling can help hide imperfections and create a new look. Blown-on texture is one of the easiest and least expensive way to spruce up a room's "fifth wall." Things You Will Need + Ceiling Texture Ceiling Texture Blower Clear Plastic Sheeting Masking Tape Get Ready Measure the room to determine the ceiling's surface area. Include any alcoves, hallways or closets that are part of the project.