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How to Store Old Books
Like old friends, books help define who we are. We treat many books as old friends and, like friends, we want to...
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How to Keep Leather Book Covers From Going Dry or Cracking
Using a leather book cover on heavily used or valuable books can add a beneficial layer of protection. In many cases, though,...
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How to Dry Out Flowers in a Book
If you've got a flower that is special or important to you, you can keep it for years by intentionally drying it...
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How to Keep Seeds Dry in Long-Term Storage
Seed storage is a somewhat delicate art. Most seeds generally need to be kept very dry throughout storage to keep them viable...
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How to Make a Journal From an Old Book
Blank books in which to record your thoughts and ideas are readily available at local bookstores, but journal writing can take on...
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How to Use an Old Phone Book
With all the different companies doling out yellow pages these days, it seems like every time you turn around there is a...
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How to Sell Old Comic Books
Old comic books can be worth quite a bit of money if sold properly. The rarest issues can sell for $50,000 or...
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How to Make Wood Briquettes
Wood briquettes are an economical alternative to charcoal or firewood logs. They are made of highly compressed wood trimmings, sawdust and other...
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How to Dry Flowers to Make Note Paper
If you have ever seen dried-flower note paper in a stationery store, you may have noticed that this specialty paper is intricate,...
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How to Keep Bird Seed Dry
Proper birdseed storage will help ensure that your seed will stay dry and free from insect larvae, mold and fungi that can...
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Keep Moving Boxes Together
Label moving boxes for each room they are supposed to go in. Learn how keeping moving boxes together organizes a move with...
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How to Keep a Baseball Score Book
Understanding a baseball score book starts with understanding the numerical values assigned to each player on a baseball field. Learn about the...
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How to Dry Real Flowers to Keep
Flowers can represent a magical time in someone's life from a new baby to a fairytale wedding. If you have a special...
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How to Keep Outside Firewood Dry
If you have enough room in your garage or porch to keep firewood dry during winter, that's the best solution. However, keeping...
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How to Make a Cardboard Book Stand
A book stand is useful for keeping a reference book--like a recipe or craft book--open when your hands are full. You can...
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How to Keep a Damp Basement Dry
Damp basements occur for many reasons. Surface water can collect around the foundation after a rainstorm. Groundwater can leech into the basement...
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How to Store Books in an Outside Storage Shed
When it comes to packing up books, don't just throw them into a cardboard box and put it in an outdoor shed...
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Designs to Build a Wood Shed to Store Firewood
Wood sheds need only a floor and a roof to keep firewood out of the elements and conveniently stored for use in...
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How to Prevent Mildew
Mildew is a common household fungus that thrives in hot and humid places. It attacks areas where there is little or no...