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Most shower handles get stuck when lime or other minerals build up and create deposits. It's fairly simple to replace the handle. Remove the original with a screwdriver, bring it to the hardware store in order to get the right model, then shut off the water and screw the new one on.
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A string trimmer's ignition coil is the strong electrical current that fires the spark plug. If yours stops working, the string trimmer will either slow down or stop running altogether. Testing the ignition coil will confirm whether the ignition coil is the problem.
Read MoreThere's a common problem in older homes. If you run too many appliances in the kitchen at the same time, you'll short the circuit. This means every appliance and light source connected to that circuit will shut off simultaneously.
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Chinch bugs can cause dead grass and are typically seen in warm areas or in areas that are suffering from drought. Here's how to spot and get rid of them.
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You can grow sweet potato vines using slips. Grow your own by placing the end of a sweet potato in water and suspending it in a jar with toothpicks. You can then plant the slips in soil and harvest sweet potatoes 90 to 120 days after planting.
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It's common for fuel lines on your string trimmer to degrade over time and break, but both can be replaced, even by a novice. Buy a replacement fuel line and follow some simple steps, and your string trimmer will be up and running in no time.
Read MoreBecause of urea's high nitrogen content, it's readily converted to ammonia in the soil, making it one of the most concentrated nitrogenous fertilizers. Lawns like receiving the right amount of nitrogen because it makes them healthy and green. Too much nitrogen, however, burns the lawn.
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A healthy carburetor is key to the performance of your Weed Eater. Sometimes these machines require a carburetor adjustment as the screws may loosen. Other things that can affect the carburetor are a change in your fuel mixture or trimmer head. Follow this advice for adjusting your carburetor.
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If your house is outfitted with 2-wire, old-fashioned outlets connected to two-wire cables, it is time to update the electrical system in your house to a 3-wire electrical system. You can retrofit your 2-wire outlets with new 3-wire receptacles without any rewiring, but the box must be grounded.
Read MoreYou can measure foam density by using a simple calculation. Density matters because it shows the durability and the quality of the mattress you are thinking about purchasing. A denser mattress will be heavier, but it should last longer.
Read MoreThe terms concrete and cement are often used interchangeably, but cement is actually an ingredient in concrete. Because concrete is soft when mixed, it can be formed into any shape—a bridge, outdoor benches, a sidewalk. As it dries and hardens, concrete becomes stronger.
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Weed trimmers run on a proper mixture of gas and oil. Too little oil and the engine will overheat and seize up, but too much oil and your engine will smoke.
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Have a flickering fluorescent light in the kitchen? Learn how it works and how to troubleshoot it to get it back in working order.
Read MoreFront load washing machines have several benefits. However, they typically cost more, can have mold issues and sometimes the door or door hinge breaks, in which case the washer will need a door adjustment or a latch repair. If the front load washer is leaking, the pump may be damaged.
Read MoreSmart thermostats, including Lux 500, have been around for a while. However, they're becoming increasingly popular with homeowners. Not only do they make heating and cooling your house more efficient, they're eco-friendly. Follow these easy instructions for setting your Lux 500 thermostat.
Read MoreIf the water dispenser on your refrigerator stops working, there are several easy fixes you can try yourself. Common problems include a water line that isn't connected; a frozen, clogged or kinked water line or a new filter is needed. Or, simply fill the reservoir.
Read MoreMany people use their ovens on a daily basis. Others only make use of their ovens once in a great while.The good news is that you can troubleshoot some common oven problems by yourself, such as the door not closing or the oven not heating up or the oven not heating to the correct temperature.
Read MoreBorax, also known as sodium borate, is a naturally occurring white mineral. It's used for making glass and ceramics and as a cleaning product. The form of borax you've likely come across at the store is a popular brand called 20 Mule Team Borax. Though borax is known for its cleaning powers, it's also great for making crafts and conducting science experiments. Make Slime! In recent years, borax has become quite popular with the preteen set. Why? Because it's a key ingredient in making homemade slime.
Read MoreTempered glass is stronger than standard glass. When broken, tempered glass shatters into tiny harmless pieces rather than dangerous shards. It is used to ensure safety in features such as shower doors, car windows, patio furniture, skylights and more. If you have a glass table, it is almost certainly made of tempered glass. How Tempered Glass is Made Glass is tempered with either heat treating or a chemical process.
Read MorePressure cookers are all the rage these days in home kitchens where cooking fast has become a necessity of busy family life. The way these cookers work is simple: A sealed pot filled with food and water allows steam pressure to build up inside, cooking the food quickly. You can turn a valve on the pot to control the steam's pressure. High pressure is best for most dishes, but low pressure works well for a few select meals.
Read MoreUnless you've recently purchased a bed, you probably haven't been thinking a lot about box springs. But you most likely have one, or some other support feature, under your mattress. Box springs once had metal springs inside to absorb shock, but today's box springs are more often made from wood or metal and consist of a hard, sturdy box that sits under the mattress and supports it.
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