Ashley Kurz

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Stories By Ashley Kurz

  • What Causes Mold In A Crock-Pot?

    Mold in a Crock Pot can happen for a number of reasons. It's often the result of too much moisture, improper use or inadequate cleaning. Determining the cause of the mold can help you prevent it from happening again. Thorough washing and sanitizing makes your slow cooker ready for use again.

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  • How To Avoid Brush Strokes

    Avoid brush strokes by sanding before painting to remove imperfections and create a smooth surface. Use professional materials and high-quality brushes. Flow extender paint additives can keep the paint wet for a longer time, allowing strokes to be corrected. Lay objects flat for painting.

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  • What Do You Do When Your Water Heater Bursts?

    When a water heater bursts, the cause is not always apparent. A malfunctioning thermostat could cause the heating element to overheat the water, making the volume inside of the tank too much for the seams to hold, or a fitting may have corroded, causing a major leak.

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  • How To Recycle Laminated Paper

    Recycling and reusing would-be trash reduces the impact of household waste on the environment. Laminated paper cannot be recycled in the usual way, by a recycling plant. But you can recycle the paper by reusing it yourself at home.

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  • How To Sell A Used Refrigerator

    If you are getting a new refrigerator or if you are moving and no longer need your refrigerator, you may want to sell it. If you need to sell your old refrigerator, you can do so using a few different methods.

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  • How To Clean A Carpet With A Wet-Dry Vac

    A wet-dry vac is a vacuum that picks up dry dirt and liquids from many types of surfaces, so it can clean up spills or cleaning solutions in your carpet. Carpets hold on to stains, solid soil, bacteria and mildew.

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