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How to Photograph Your Cat's Symptoms for the Vet
If your cat falls ill or appears sick, you may need to photograph your cat’s symptoms so you can document them for your vet. Often the symptoms you are photographing will be physical, such as a rash, a wound, or a skin issue. Before you photograph your ca...
How to Install a Wall Mounted Shower Head
There may come a time when your shower head just doesn’t cut it anymore. Installing a new wall-mounted shower head only requires a few simple tools and a little bit of effort. Do the prep work for installation by turning off the water supply and preparing...
How to Speak Up in Meetings
Making your voice heard is one way to gain respect and exposure in your school or workplace. Yet, you may feel like you have nothing new to say or contribute. Start by adding to the discussion by asking questions and furthering points that other people sa...
How to Do a Ponytail with Short Hair
Ponytails are a cute way to style your hair and an easy way to get hair out of your face. Putting up a ponytail is not quite as easy when your hair is short though. There are several ponytail styles you can do that are simple and fast. All you need is a h...
How to Help an Indoor Cat Being Tormented by an Outdoor Cat
Neighborhood cats can be a nuisance, particularly if they are causing behavioral problems in your indoor cat. To help alleviate the problem, start by finding ways to calm your cat, through physical and medical means. In addition, you can take steps to kee...
How to Know if You Are Ready for a Cat
Cats are great pets for people in many circumstances. However, before adopting a cat, you should reflect on whether you are ready to be a cat owner. This is important, as there are many factors, including your living situation and income, that might make...
How to Remove a Toilet Seat
The typically narrow space around your toilet can make working on it a chore. It’s a good thing most toilet seats can be removed easily by unfastening their connecting nuts and bolts. Should the hardware fastening your seat resist your best efforts, detac...
The Best Ways to Clean Your Nespresso Machine (With or Without Vinegar)
When your Nespresso machine isn’t working well or if your coffee has an "off" flavor, then it’s time to clean and descale it. While regular cleaning keeps your coffeemaker looking great, descaling will clean out any residue built-up inside. We spoke with...
How to Increase Alkalinity
Alkalinity is a pH in your body over 7. While a pH of 7 is normal for your body, some people believe an alkaline-based diet leads to better health. Medical experts have found little evidence to support an alkaline diet.[1] X Expert Source Amy Ch...
How to Clean an Electric Stove Top
Even though the coiled burners of most kinds of electric stovetops are designed to be self-cleaning, some spills and messes might require more thorough efforts. Not to mention, your burners will accumulate buildup over time. Pre-treat your stovetop by wip...
How to Clean Stone Tile
Stone tile is durable and waterproof, which makes it a popular choice for flooring. Although it is a popular choice, stone tile needs to be cleaned often and maintained properly to remain in good condition. For a routine cleaning, you can do things like m...
How to Freeze and Thaw Hummus
So, you’ve bought or made a lot of hummus, and now you’re not sure if you’ll be able to eat it all before the expiration date. Don’t worry because you can freeze hummus as easily as 1-2-3! Although the taste and texture of hummus could change once it’s fr...
How to Do Natural Eyebrows
Create a natural eyebrow look by first determining the natural length of your eyebrows. Once you have determined the length, then begin to fill in your brows. Use a pencil color that is as close to or slightly lighter than the color of your natural eyebro...
How to Install a Torque Converter in a 4l60e Transmission
Replacing the torque converter in a 4l60e transmission is simple. This article will show you the correct procedure for proper installation, including lining up the transmission and filling the converter before installation. These instructions can also be...
How to Write Unit Tests
Unit tests are a good way to check programs as they are being developed. To write them, you’ll need to break your program down into independent units, and create tests that examine each unit one by one in a controlled way. Analyze your results and use the...
How to Clean Porcelain Grill Grates
The sun is shining and the weather is warm—it’s the perfect day for a BBQ! But if your grill grates are looking a little grimy or greasy, a good wash will clean them up and get them ready to feed your guests. Porcelain or ceramic coated grill grates tend...