How To Take Care Of A Banana Leaf Plant
To take care of a banana leaf plant, it's important to understand the climate of its native land: hot, humid and sunny with consistent rainfall and rich soil.
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How High Should A Showerhead Be?
The height of a showerhead should feel comfortable to you and your family. Most are installed about 80 inches above the shower floor, but there's no standard.
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The 12 All-Around Easiest Flowers To Grow
Some of the easiest flowers to grow include daffodils, daylilies, geraniums, begonias, impatiens and pansies as well as vining plants like morning glories, nasturtiums and sweet peas. Find out how to care for some of the easiest flowers to grow.
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How To Clean Septic Tank Lateral Lines
Septic tank lateral line cleaning is similar to clearing a clogged pipe in any other circumstance. A plumber's snake can be used, but a high-powered water jet can also be run through the pipes for a thorough cleaning, as well. Watch out for tree roots, as these are difficult to remove.
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How To Adjust A Symmons Pressure-Balancing Shower Valve
A Symmons pressure-balancing shower valve or hot water stop can be adjusted by turning a screw located under the decorative trim. Learn how to access and calibrate it.
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How Do I Add Restrooms Without A Sewer Or Septic?
To add restrooms without a sewer or septic line, you can choose a composting toilet, cassette toilet, plastic sleeve toilet or portable outdoor toilet unit.
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Why Is My Kitchen Faucet So Noisy?
Wondering why your kitchen faucet is so noisy? It could be as simple as opening a water supply valve all the way or cleaning certain components of your faucet. Here are the steps to follow to fix a noisy kitchen faucet.
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Types And Sizes Of PVC Pipe
PVC pieces are durable, affordable and versatile. There are two main types: schedule 80 and schedule 40, and the difference lies in the thickness of the pipe walls, as explained in our guide on the types and sizes of PVC pipes.
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The Ultimate Guide To The Parts Of The Kitchen Sink
Learn the parts of a kitchen sink to help you better understand DIY plumbing instructions, whether you're working below the sink or repairing the faucet.
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How To Support Hanging Cabinets On A Ceiling
Hanging cabinets from the ceiling requires some modification for proper support. Learn how to add a wooden hanging rail or brace to the top of the cabinet.
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How To Tell If Your Cherry Tree Is Dead
Scratching off the top layer of bark and examining the color of the tissue will help you determine if your cherry tree is dead or simply dormant for the winter.
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3 Reasons Your Grass Is Yellow (And How To Get It Green Again)
One way to turn yellow grass green is to do nothing. In other words, stop overwatering and overfertilizing. Learn how to identify why your lawn turns yellow.
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How To Use Baking Soda To Trap Mosquitoes
You can use baking soda to trap mosquitoes by combining it with vinegar or citric acid, which will produce carbon dioxide. Mosquitoes are attracted to CO2.
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How To Take Apart A Price Pfister Bathroom Faucet
You can take apart a Price Pfister bathroom faucet with no tools, but sometimes, the retaining nuts get a little stubborn over time and require tongue-and-groove pliers. Here's how to get the job done seamlessly.
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How To Pre-Germinate Grass Seed
To pre-germinate grass seed, you only need a bucket of water and a burlap sack. Soaking seeds accelerates the germination process by removing the seed coat.
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How To Remove Rose Of Sharon
The best way to remove a rose of Sharon depends slightly on whether you plan to transplant this shrub or discard it. Discover the different methods available.
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How To Prune Zucchini
Learn how to prune zucchini to improve air circulation and fruit production. Zucchini plants that overshadow neighboring crops should also be pruned back.
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How To Take Apart A Kohler Faucet
To remove a Kohler kitchen faucet, you need to set aside just a few minutes of your time and gather basic tools you probably already have at your disposal.
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How To Spray Thompson's Water Seal On Landscape Rock
Spraying Thompson's WaterSeal on your landscaping rocks can protect them from fading while also giving them a constant glistening, clean and wet appearance.
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How To Shine Landscaping River Rock
To shine landscaping river rocks, clean them and apply a sealer designed to make the rocks look wet. An optional step involves sanding the stones as well.
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How To Nurse A Dying Ivy Plant Back To Life
Nurse a dying ivy plant back to life by ensuring it has adequate light, humidity, water and nutrition. Take care of any pest infestations and keep it cool.
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How To Plant Grass Where A Tree Stump Was Located
You may have trouble planting grass where a tree stump was due to a nitrogen deficiency in the soil. Microorganisms eating the stump need nitrogen too.
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How To Replace A Roman Tub Faucet
Roman tub faucet replacement is perhaps the easiest faucet replacement imaginable. There are no pipes to mess with when replacing these spouts and handles.
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How To Make White Concrete
Polished white concrete looks just like marble, and it can give you the kitchen of your dreams at a fraction of the cost. Concrete countertops can be colored in several different ways, but integral pigments are the best and most user-friendly option for homeowners and pros alike.
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How To Kill A Rose Of Sharon
To kill a rose of Sharon, you'll need to dig up as many roots and suckers as you can. Avoid accidentally spreading its seeds during the removal process.
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How To Grow A Pine Tree From Seed
Grow a pine tree from seed to replicate a picture-perfect specimen or to grow an economical wind and privacy barrier. Discover how to harvest and germinate the seeds for a healthy pine tree crop.
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How To Repair Pegasus Faucets
To repair Pegasus faucets, you'll typically need to focus on replacing the cartridge. Leaks, drips and hard-to-turn handles can all be addressed with this simple change.
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