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Manga is a style of drawing that is rooted within the Japanese culture. Find out how to color a Manga using colored pencils with help from a writer, illustrator and animator in this free video clip.

A brow pencil is used to darken and define the eyebrows. Use a brow pencil with help from the creator & CEO of Rae Cosmetics in this free video clip.

Sigma is a third-party lens maker that is compatible with most major SLR cameras, such as Nikon, Canon and Sony. These lenses are typically cheaper than the camera-brand lenses, although sometimes…

Many people don't bother to glue down their plywood underlayment. Instead, they just screw or nail the boards to the subfloor. This is fine if you're not worried about the long-term durability of your…

Grow boxes are small containers that need little maintenance and can be used even on small apartment balconies. They are designed so they rarely need watering and produce grows in them quickly. A PVC…

You need PVC pipe to carry water to and from your solar panels. Plan your pipe route, along with the number of joint fittings you will need, well in advance of installation so that you can run the…

Over time, continued freezing and refreezing can make the plastic of an ice tray very brittle. This can lead to cracks and splits in a difficult-to-replace part. Depending on where the crack is, you…

An untrained dog may jump over a fence for a sense of freedom, to play, or to chase squirrels and other animals. Until he learns that he can find praise, rewards and amusement in his home and yard,…

Fiberglass is commonly used in insulation products. But a small concentration of fiberglass such as styrene is found in the soil, water, air and in food products. Exposure to fiberglass in the soil…

Cove base is a type of vinyl trim used along the base of a wall. It is usually applied in conjunction with vinyl flooring and serves to protect drywall. Cove base's advantages are that the vinyl is…

Fiberglass duct board is a material used in the air conditioning and heating industries to fabricate air ducts. The flame-resistant sheets of fiberglass include a layer of reinforced aluminum on one…

The Olympus Stylus 1030 digital point-and-shoot camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Unlike some cameras that charge the battery automatically when it is installed, the Stylus 1030…

Stucco predominately refers to a mixture of cement, lime and sand that is used for a wall and ceiling coating. It is not usually used as a primary building material, but can be used to cover concrete,…

Quarter round molding, most commonly used at the base of walls, adds a finished touch to a room. Foam quarter round is an economical alternative to wood or vinyl molding, but the product is flimsy and…

If you are installing your own plumbing system, then you are likely using PVC pipes, as they are inexpensive and lightweight. Plumbing systems need shutoff valves that can open or close the pipe with…

Stair treads act as miniature carpets on wood stairs. As you walk down the stairs in slippers or socks, stair treads keep you safe on the step, as long as you install the treads soundly. Adhesive made…

Winder stair treads are glued onto wooden staircases when the stairs change direction, such as when they curve. The treads are made of the same kind of wood as the rest of your stairs, and they are…

A stage is a charming setting for homemade plays and skits, and can be a whimsical addition to a child's playroom. You can make your own play stage by hand, including curtain panels, by using just a…

Composite wood products make affordable furniture pieces, but unlike solid wood, the edges aren't routered into a decorative finish. Instead, melamine edging strips finish the edges with a smooth,…

PVC pipes are used in homes for applications such as plumbing, sprinkler systems, sewer lines and natural gas distribution. PVC pipes come in different lengths, densities and diameters to fit the…

Fiberglass is lightweight, but strong, which makes it a suitable choice for household uses. Manufacturers use the material in bathtubs, showers, doors and even in recreational items, including some…

Just like your car, your lawn tractor should have a battery tray to keep the battery in place while you mow. Over time, the factory battery tray corrodes and breaks apart. Although new battery trays…

Anyone who hates dust knows the convenience of a dust collector. Instead of lugging out a full-sized vacuum to suck up dust behind an appliance or on a bookshelf, just grab the portable dust collector…

No one wants to come into a basement and see exposed pipes and unfinished ceiling joists. It isn’t inviting, and if you’re looking to make a basement into a place to entertain, you may not…

Handrails help keep people safe and also keep them out of areas you do not want them in. For instance, if you have a pond, handrails keep the viewers from falling in. Or, you could place them along a…

PVC pipes are typically white in color and used in a variety of household plumbing applications. In basements, these pipes can be an eyesore, especially if you utilize the area as extra living space.…

In the 1600s, England was familiarized with the idea of a four-post bed. Since the size and comfort of the bed was associated with wealth, the larger post beds became coveted by royalty and the…

PVC (polyvinyl chloride) pipes and fittings can withstand a variety of environments for 100 years or more, according to the Plastic Pipe and Fittings Association. In most cases these strong materials…

High frequency, or HF, antennas are used by radio enthusiasts, the military, boat captains, aircraft pilots and television stations to receive and transmit signals. As Eric Johnson of New Mexico State…

PVC, or polyvinyl chloride, is a common type of plastic used in basic plumbing projects such as sprinkler systems. PVC pipe is known for its resistance to corrosion and weather problems, as well as…

Older homes used cast iron for plumbing pipes because the material was strong enough to handle the pressurized water often flowing through the systems while being fairly resistant to deterioration.…

If you’ve spilled some rubber cement on a fine piece of suede clothing while working on an art project, try to look on the bright side: you’ll probably never make this mistake again as…

PVC is a lightweight material often used to create temporary structures, such as outdoor sheds, moveable walls or room dividers. Since it is easy to work with and inexpensive, PVC is often the…

Epoxy glue is a reliable bonding agent commonly used in sealing cracks and making repairs. It works on wood, plastic, ceramic, glass and various other materials. Epoxy comes as two separate materials:…

A bushing that is attached to the end of a pipe is used to reduce the size. This is typically done during a plumbing job for a water line. Pipes that require a bushing include a PVC pipe and metal or…

Fiberglass is created through a combination of mats, cloth and layers of resin. The resin is a plastic epoxy mix design to seep into the fibers and slowly cure to form the protective shell that we…

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipe is usually manufactured from solid PVC. Compared to traditional metal pipes, PVC pipes are cheaper and lighter at the expense of strength. In many applications, the…

PVC pipes are made of a plastic called polyvinyl chloride; this material is extremely versatile and easy to work with. It is a natural phenomenon that all materials expand when the temperature…

Maple is a dense wood that takes a lot of abuse. Because it is so durable, maple is often used for wood counter tops. If you are constructing a maple counter top -- whether it be from flat planks or…

Rubber cement is a common adhesive material. It derives its name from the fact that it contains rubber (mixed with an organic solvent) and works like cement. It comes in a clay-like form and dries to…

Linoleum adds a decorative touch to your home, but installation is sometimes a pain. Linoleum tiles and rolled linoleum require applying adhesive to the floors and installing the new flooring on top…

Fully insulating walls and ducts in your home increases the effectiveness of your home’s heating and cooling system, which helps lower energy costs. Fiberglass rigid foam board provides one…

Chances are, you have traveled or driven on a road that was built using rubberized asphalt cement. Rubberized asphalt cement is used to make rubber asphalt concrete applied to roads for repair and…

It's normal for electronic devices to become heated over time and use. The processes within the device result in the components becoming warm. If you notice that your laptop battery charger plug feels…

Many forms of plywood are available, but whether they are functional for outdoor use depends on the type of glue the manufacturers use to adhere the layers together. Exterior, structural and marine…

Patios make a relaxing place to entertain family and friends. They are also a nice place to relax on a sunny day and read a book. However, in some cases the sun may be too bright to enjoy your time on…

Grading systems categorize composite wood products according to composition, strength and application. Particleboard grades include sets of two to three designations. To simplify grade stamps,…

Glues and adhesives are a necessary component of every tool box. They come in handy with crafts, repair work and school projects. The types of glues available have increased over the last few decades,…

Lenovo offers an external battery charger for its ThinkPad line of laptops as a convenient way to charge the battery without requiring the laptop itself. This convenience doesn't counter the fact that…

Residual soils are soils produced from rock by weathering; granitic residual soil, for instance, is created by the erosion of granite and the subsequent addition of other material. Granitic residual…