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Trying to figure out the best backdrop for your eye-catching Thanksgiving spread? Here are ten no-fail ideas to get you started. Flower Patch Flowers are a great way to add a festive pop of color. Yellow sunflowers, orange or red roses and some beautiful fall greenery or leaves combine to create a beautiful Thanksgiving centerpiece.…
Circuit breakers prevent millions of electrical fires every year. They cut off the power (“break the circuit”) when they detect problems such as an electricity overload, keeping occupants of the home safe from potential electrical fires. Every modern home comes equipped with circuit breakers, some of which may trip frequently and require resets. Learning how…
A wobbly ceiling fan is inefficient and a nuisance. There are several different reasons your fan might not be stable. If your fan is giving you trouble, follow these steps: Check if the fan is connected to a fan-specific electrical box. Only install fans with boxes meant for fans, not for light fixtures. Check to…
There’s nothing worse than losing power. Whether you’re in the middle of a great TV episode or cooking a meal, suddenly losing power can be frustrating, confusing and sometimes dangerous. Oftentimes, your loss of power is weather-related, but if it’s due to a circuit breaker, follow these simple steps to solve the problem. Safety First…
For most of us, the closet is where we store our clothes—and hangers are what we use to organize them. And while it may seem as simple as stashing your clothes on a hanger and being done, proper clothing storage requires a little more thought. When picking out hangers, you want to make sure the…
If you’ve ever needed to solder a fitting onto copper pipe, then you know that you need to drain the water out of the pipe so the solder melts properly. While this sounds simple enough, draining water out of a vertical pipe can be tricky. Detach the spray nozzle from a spray bottle or an…
