Home and Garden 2025, January

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In chemistry, pH is a measure of the degree of acidity or alkalinity of a compound. The pH scale ranges from 0 to 14; A pH close to 0 means it is very acidic, a pH close to 14 means it is very alkaline, and a pH of 7 indicates a neutral condition.

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Making a brick oven is a home project that will cost both time and money. However, this brick oven is well worth making for delicious food and a happy heart. First, find a brick oven design that fits your needs and budget. Next, prepare the foundation for the oven by digging a hole and filling it with mortar.

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Ceramic tile has a hard and brittle structure that makes it easy to damage tiles and drill bits. Adopt a patient approach using the right tools to increase the chances of successful tile drilling. Hopefully, you won't have to read the guide to fixing cracked tiles.

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Tulips are a beautiful decoration for any flower garden or lawn. You can grow beautiful tulips all year round with the right care and attention. It's pretty easy – there's no watering schedule and it doesn't require complicated fertilization techniques either.

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Painted ceramics are a fun and inexpensive way to refresh old decor at home or as a personal gift or piece of art. Read the steps below to learn everything you need to know about painting ceramics at home. Step Method 1 of 3: Painting Ceramic Bowl Dishes Step 1.

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Scorpions are a common nuisance in the home. These animals are commonly found in the southern United States, with the largest varieties living in desert areas. During the day, scorpions tend to hide in dark places, and come out at night in search of food and water.

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The North American otter (Castor canadensis) is a mammal that lives near water and is a rodent found in North America. They are found in North America, including nearly all of Canada and the United States. Prized for their fur, otters are also commonly caught for research purposes and to avoid missing trees or flooding.

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Begonia is one of the ornamental plants that is a favorite of many people. Begonias are known to be easy to breed and have beautiful flowers. If you want to add to your collection of plants in the house, bring hanging plants, or beautify the garden in your yard, then consider planting begonias.

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The spruce is a hardy evergreen tree that grows in cool climates, and is often used as a Christmas tree during the holiday season. There are more than 40 species of cypress trees worldwide, some of the most common including Colorado spruce and Norwegian spruce.

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Dust, fingerprints, and unsightly scratches can make you uncomfortable using the monitor. In cleaning it, it is very important to use a gentle method, because the monitor is made with a type of plastic that can be easily scratched if cleaned with harsh chemicals.

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Professional painters and home remodelers will definitely recommend that you remove the wallpaper first before painting the walls. However, wallpaper that is firmly adhered to can be difficult to remove. If this is the case, the best option is to paint over the wallpaper.

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A showerhead is the perfect way to add a little Zen to your home, bringing beauty, serenity and nature into your home the moment you step into the house. In this wikiHow article, you'll learn about three shower designs, and all of them can be used indoors or outdoors.

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Gardenia (cape jasmine), is one of the most beautiful flowers that can grow in the yard, but caring for it is a little difficult. Gardenias require a certain soil acidity, plenty of water and light, cool temperatures and high humidity. This plant is also very susceptible to pests.

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The creaking sound of door hinges can sometimes be so annoying. Over time, dust and dirt will accumulate inside the hinge, wear out the hinge metal and cause it to jam. You only need simple tools and a little time to prevent hinges from creaking or jamming while prolonging their life.

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Sunflowers are annual plants that produce large or small yellow flowers in the summer. Sunflowers are very popular because of their beauty and they are easy to grow. Planting sunflower seeds in the spring can be a fun activity for adults or children.

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Cherry trees are known for their beautiful flowers. This tree grows in temperate regions of North America, Europe, and Asia. Cherry trees are often mistaken for peaches or plums, but it's really not that hard to identify a cherry if you know what you're looking for.

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The unthinkable has happened – someone in your house or pet has vomited on your carpet. Getting rid of vomit, stains, and smells is not impossible. Even if you don't have carpet cleaner or baking soda in your home, you can still find ways to clean up the mess.

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If you want to get rid of cockroaches, you may have to deal with all kinds of cockroaches such as cockroaches, palmetto bugs (large cockroaches), or giant cockroaches that like to gather around water sources. Even though these insects are different species, all of them are attracted to food and water so the best way to prevent their arrival is not to leave food and water uncovered.

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Tired of commercial fly sprays and their harmful chemicals? Are you constantly being bullied or bitten by bugs in your backyard? You can use essential oils to make a natural insect repellent that will keep insects away from your body and yard.

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Painting the entire interior of your home can change it from mundane to inspirational! This effort can also increase the selling value of the property and help accelerate home sales. Painting takes some serious planning, but the end result is well worth it!

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You may be looking forward to using your newly purchased Blackstone brand grill, but wait a minute! Before cooking anything, it is highly recommended to lubricate the cookware to create a non-stick coating that can add flavor to the food and prevent scratching.

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Making friends with men can be fun, but on birthdays or other celebrations, you might have a hard time deciding on the right gift. Chances are, you want to give him something that shows you care about him, but are afraid to give him something he doesn't like.

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Many Western tourists who go to India or other Asian countries feel confused when entering a traditional Indian bathroom. The absence of a toilet seat at first made it difficult for them when they wanted to have a big/small bowel. This makes it even more difficult in case of an emergency, or if they can't find toilet paper or hand soap.

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Unfortunately, stains can make jeans look ugly and worn, no matter how new or expensive they are. However, removing stains is not as difficult as you might think. Are there sweat or blood stains on your jeans? Don't be sad first; the solution is here!

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This wikiHow teaches you how to access home or office security camera footage from the internet. Keep in mind that not all security cameras can be accessed via the internet. The hardware used must support the security camera streaming feature in order for you to access camera footage.

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Leaves and other debris will clog gutters and cause problems in various parts of the house. In winter, trapped water freezes and expands gutters until they break. Clean the gutters at least once a year unless the yard is overgrown with tall trees, which makes the gutters need to be cleaned at least twice a year.

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If your toilet is clogged and doesn't have a plunger, don't panic! You can use a variety of household items to unblock the toilet so it can function again. Step Method 1 of 4: Using a Mop Stick Step 1. Wrap the end of the mop stick with a plastic bag Pull the plastic bag over the end of the mop stick.

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The pH level determines the level of acidity or alkalinity of a liquid. If you need to adjust the pH of your water, whether it's for a science experiment, gardening, drinking water, aquarium water, or so on, start by measuring the pH level. To increase or decrease the acidity of the water, add an alkaline substance such as baking soda.

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Pilling, where the fibers clump together like little balls, is a problem that can occur with any type of fabric. These clumps are formed when the fibers of the fabric loosen, tangle, and then form small balls at the ends of the surface of the material.

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Installing tiles can be a difficult and laborious process. This kind of project will require a lot of good planning and preparation before the actual tile installation is carried out. It is important to use the correct technique in installing completely new tiles or replacing damaged tiles.

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Cleaning up leftovers in pots or pans can be a chore. However, nonstick cookware makes this task a lot easier. Teflon is considered to be the only compound that even a lizard cannot stick to its surface. This nonstick coating usually makes food easy to clean.

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Hard water (water that has a high mineral content) can cause white, opaque spots to stain the glass surface. This happens because of the buildup of alkali and various other minerals in the water. Even if the stain is difficult to remove, you can use a cleaner (liquid or non-liquid) to restore the glass to its luster again.

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Maggots often appear in trash cans and under carpets. Maggots appear when a fly enters a certain area and lays eggs there. The smell of rotting food can often attract flies and maggots. Getting rid of maggots takes a little patience and persistence, but the rewards are great.

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Water stains on wood can be divided into two types, namely white stains and black stains. White stains are caused by moisture entering the wood finish, but not the wood itself. For example, if you leave a glass of water condensed on wood it can cause a stain that looks like a ring.

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If you are still confused about how to survive a power outage, whether caused by natural disasters or rotating blackouts, this article is perfect for you! Follow these steps to prepare for a power outage. Step Method 1 of 1: Prepare for Power Outages Step 1.

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Polyester is a synthetic fabric that is usually wrinkle, fade and shrink resistant if properly cared for. In addition, polyester is also used as a blend to make cotton or other fabrics more durable. However, like other fabrics, polyester also has its drawbacks.

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In order to sleep comfortably, you need a pillow, and a good pillow is one that is clean, dry, and comfortable to wear. After washing, you must immediately dry the pillow so that the contents do not clump and smell. You can use a regular clothes dryer or use the sun and air for a more natural drying.

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It would be very expensive if you had to call a plumber just to install a kitchen faucet. You can install it yourself; actually this job is very easy (one of the easiest and most basic plumbing jobs). Thus, you do not have to spend deeply. Get started with Step 1 below.

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Nothing can interfere with painting like finding some paint staining your shirt. In general, unless you're lucky, the color of the paint will be very different from the color of the jeans you're wearing. If not treated effectively, the paint will create an unsightly stain.

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Eggs are a great ingredient to use in many recipes. With their fragile shells, eggs are bound to (accidentally) fall and break once in a while. Because of their slippery and sticky texture, cleaning raw eggs has always been considered a disgusting job.