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How to Read a Tape Measure in Inches or Centimeters

Take accurate measurements during your next DIY project You need to take a quick measurement, but how can you decipher all the markings on your measuring tape? The lines on your tape measure make it easier to get a prec...

How to Take Care of Potted Orchids

Your complete guide for growing beautiful orchid blooms at home Do you love the look of big and bright orchids in your home? If you want to grow these fresh flowers, orchids are really easy to keep as houseplants under...

How to Make a DIY Air Conditioner with a Fan & Water Bottles

Keep your home cool with these simple & inexpensive summer hacksYou don't have to buy an expensive air conditioner in order to beat the heat—instead, you can cool down a room using water bottles and a fan. Either freez...

How to Kill Fruit Flies in Your House, According to Experts

Plus, learn how to prevent fruit fly infestationsNothing’s more annoying than pesky fruit flies lingering around your fruit bowl or kitchen sink. It may seem impossible to get rid of them, but don’t lose hope. We spo...

How to Kill Weeds with Vinegar + How Long It Takes to Work

Make your own DIY herbicide with expert tips & household itemsIf you want a natural alternative for getting rid of weeds in your yard or garden, vinegar is the perfect option. The acids in vinegar kill whatever part of t...

10 Ways to Get Super Glue off Your Skin, Hands, and Fingers

Even though you were careful when you used super glue, it somehow found a way to get stuck on your skin. First thing’s first: there’s no need to panic about the glue sticking to your skin forever. Whether it’s fre...

Easy Ways to Fold Fitted Sheets & Other Bed Linens

Cleaning expert Raymond Chiu walks through getting neat folds on fitted sheetsIf you’re tired of fitted sheets looking sloppy when you fold them, we’re here to help. The elastic bands help the sheets stay on your bed...

How to Get Rid of Cockroaches in Your Home

Pest control expert Brandon Runyon explains how to stop roaches and keep them from coming backDid you turn on your kitchen light and catch sight of some roaches skittering away? Even if you manage to squish a few, there ...

10 Different Ways to Get a Stripped Screw Out

Learn about the best hacks and tools to use when you can’t get a screw out Does your screwdriver keep slipping when you're trying to remove an old screw? Chances are the slots on the screw head are stripped and your s...

3 Ways to Shut Off Your Toilet’s Water Supply

Master plumber Dave Jones walks through where to find and use water shutoff valvesIf you’re trying to fix something wrong with your toilet, the first step for most repairs is turning off the fixture’s water supply. W...

15 Natural & Storebought Methods for Killing Flies inside Your Home

Quickly get rid of flies in your house and KEEP them outFlies are definitely a nuisance when they’re buzzing around inside. Those annoying bugs can spread bacteria to anything they touch, so it’s important to kill th...

The Best Ways to Get Rid of Groundhogs & Their Burrows

Learn how to get a groundhog out of its burrow and stop it from digging a new one Has a groundhog burrowed under your yard or garden and made itself at home? Groundhog (woodchuck) holes can be eyesores in your lawn and ...

How to Use & Install Drywall Anchors, According to Home Improvement Pros

Hang heavy items securely with our step-by-step guideIf you’re hanging something heavy on drywall but there isn’t a stud nearby, wall anchors will help secure it completely to your wall. Even though there are a few d...

Effective Ways to Deodorize Stinky Drains (Plus, How to Prevent Smells)

Eliminate funky odors from any sink or tub with our guideIf you start noticing unpleasant odors coming up from your bathroom or kitchen drains, then it’s time to clean them. While baking soda and vinegar can get rid of...

2 Ways to Fill and Prime a Grease Gun

Changing a grease cartridge or refilling a gun has never been easier Grease guns are the perfect tool for applying lubricants onto moving mechanical parts so they keep running smoothly. If it’s your first time using on...

How to Clean a Tower Fan with or without Opening It

A simple guide to keeping your tower fan running smoothly Tower fans are great for keeping you cool without taking up space, but they aren’t as powerful when they get clogged with dust and dirt. If your tower fan isn�...

Bamboo Propagation 101: Dividing Rhizomes & Taking Cuttings

Learn to grow bamboo from cuttings or rhizomesBamboo is a thick, woody grass that’s often grown as an ornamental plant or dense privacy barrier. You can propagate any type of bamboo by dividing the plant in early sprin...

How to

Cut Locks

If you've misplaced your key or forgotten the combination to a lock, you may need to cut through the lock in order to remove it. Luckily, with a few supplies from your local hardware store, you can break through the lock...

How to Blow Up an Air Mattress & Keep It Inflated

Plus, easy hacks to fill your air mattress without a pumpAir mattresses are perfect if you need a temporary place to sleep, but you have to blow it up before you can lie down and relax. Most air mattresses come with an e...

How to Set an Outlet Plug Timer: A Step-by-Step Guide

Use a digital or mechanical plug timer to control lights and appliancesAre you tired of looking for the light switch when you come home, and it’s dark? If so, a plug timer is the perfect solution to power up your devic...