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Have you ever looked at the bottom of a plastic container (laundry detergent, milk, mustard, etc)...most have this little triangle with a number inside it...Do you know what that number...
Making a photo backdrop is not so hard and can be fun and inexpensive if you follow the following steps. You can get bed sheets in solid colors or prints to make an excellent background for still...
This tube style hanging planter made from PVC pipe is a creative way to grow flowering plants, berry plants, lettuce, and herbs. If you have little garden space or are looking for unique ways to...
When hiking or camping in natural forests and parks, a hot shower is a great luxury after a few days of bathing in cold lakes and streams. Many of these forests and parks don’t have bathing...
Outdoor water features can be great focal points in any yard but added to a garden landscape it can really add a whole new "wow" aspect. Here is a simple to follow and easy to make decorative...
If you are tired of losing your vegetables in your garden to wildlife, you may have to build a border line or install a removable fence; especially if deer are lurking around the area. Over...
Do you have a regular bed that you'd like to turn into a loft bed for more space? Follow these easy steps.
The sight and sound of cascading water has both a tranquil and a rejuvenating effect on the senses. A backyard pond offers the promise of both. Whether you plan to employ it simply as a...
Are you looking for a better way to strengthen your wrists and add muscle to your forearms than doing dumbell wrist curls or squeezing those spring hand grips? Try making a rope-and-pipe...
Water conservation is a big thing today. We are all encouraged to limit use, and many appliances and fixtures in our homes are designed to minimize water usage. You can build a simple rain water...
If you have heart palpitations (also known as PVC's or premature ventricle contractions) you are now aware of your heartbeat. This is a common problem. Even though your heart beat may feel...
PVC Pipe has been in widespread use since the early 1950s. It has many attributes including being clean, durable and very easy to assemble. Here are some simple tips that will have you 'gluing'...
Greenhouse are not hard to build or expensive. Here how to enjoy the fruit of your labor and grow you own vegetables or plants.
Potato guns, Tater Guns or Spud Guns however you want to say it all accomplish the same thing. Pure fun with half rotten veggies. I caution all whom choose to make a Tater Gun that even I have...
Build a simple pipe feeder for deer.
Green screens are a great addition to your video productions. Many people believe that only Hollywood can make such wonderful additions to their video studio, however you can make your own green...
Phthalates are a group of chemicals primarily used in plastics to increase their flexibility. Their use is controversial because phthalates have caused hormonal activity in rodents when...
As a child, I LOVED Marvin the Martian. Now that I'm older, my goal is not to be like him at all. Marvin, who hailed from Mars, had a penchant for trying to destroy the earth. Well, I like being...
Tabletop Christmas ornaments don't have to be expensive. This decorative angel is easy to assemble from simple materials and makes a dramatic centerpiece for the mantel. If you are looking for...
It's amazing how many things you can build simply using PVC pipe. If you ever enjoyed lego sets, you will have fun putting together all sorts of constructs with PVC. Because it is a cheap...
How do you build your own greenhouse? Gardening is one of the top hobbies in America. And with the escalating costs and health concerns of imported vegetables, growing food is becoming more than...
Washers is a fun game to play at any family event, whether it be a reunion or barbecue. The versatile game can be played indoors or outside, depending on the weather and time of year. Once you...
Are you tired of using your dining room table as a workspace for all your arts and crafts projects!! This article will tell you how to design and sketch your own design for a workbench table made...
Most of us would never think when a plumber comes into a home that the plumber does not make mistakes. Well, you would be wrong. Here is some beneficial information for better control and the...
Be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions carefully. Incorrect cleaning can shrink and discolor blinds and can damage protective finishes. For regular cleaning and maintenance of your...
Here is a fun summer time game for young and old alike. It's the washer game. It is kind of like horseshoes without the heavy horseshoes. Play it at the beach, campground, picnics. It is also a...
Have a disabled pooch? Low on cash? You're in luck! With a few materials and not a whole lot of money, you can have your most loyal friend on the move.
Backyard pools are lots of fun, but cold weather can keep you from enjoying them year round. Pool heaters are great, but can get expensive to purchase and use. Why not build your own and use it...
When our 3rd child was born I realized I no longer had enough hands to help my older children while crossing the street or the parking lot at the mall. Having my 2 older children hold the...
Using instructions and drawings as presented here you can build a boiler and steam box system that is both safe and dependable, easy to use and portable.
Deer feeders are great to put out to bring in your local whitetail or other deer species to your property. Whether you're just wanting to watch deer or bring them in for hunting purposes, taking...
Cast iron pipes rust and need replaced. It isn't too hard with tips.
For bird lovers, the cost of bird seed isn’t a huge expense, but the cost of feeders can be. Simple feeders can cost over $100. Pole feeders cost more and require squirrel baffles. Little woven...
So you have a busted water main or line to an outside tap (because you forgot to shut off the line and it froze). The original pipe is copper and it's the only one without heat tape. Here's how to...
This article gives instructions on fixing a PVC leak without cutting the fitting out.
The advent of spring rains means water in the basement for some of us. If this has been an ongoing problem you may have a sump pump. But if the pump fails, replacing may seem a daunting task. It’s...
If you have a man made pond, and it is stocked with fish, you need to make sure that there is good oxygen in the water.
Human beings are mostly water, so it's only natural that water plays a big role in keeping us healthy. Water has zero calories, keeps our cells functioning properly and helps our bodies absorb...
The idea of simply hooking a vacuum hose into a wall outlet as opposed to lugging a heavy vacuum up and down flights of stairs appeals to just about everyone. With one main collection tank, a...
If your cat needs a place to lounge, it is simple and inexpensive to make a durable, functional pet hammock.
In homes that do not have basements or crawl spaces, one of the most dreaded things is the slab leak. That is a water leak under the concrete slab foundation. If your water bill or electric bill...
For those who want to do more damage than one can manage with a BB gun but don't want to wait a week for a background check, there is always the Potato Cannon or Potato Gun. This cheap and quickly...
Should you ever need a quick and easy easel to display something -- or a lot of easels for a presentation or show, here is a quick, easy and inexpensive way to build your own using PVC pipe and...
Buying a baby gym can get expensive. This is easy to make and it's an inexpensive way for your child to have a baby gym. What's even better is you can exchange the toys for new ones so your baby...
A backyard movie night is fun for kids of all ages. In just a few easy steps, you can your backyard into a outdoor movie theater reminiscent of the drive-ins of days gone by. Great for kids'...
Aquaponics is basically growing fish and plants in the same closed loop system without any chemicals. In an aquaponic system there are no expensive nutrients to add or monitor, no toxic waste...
Almost anything that will hold liquid can be used as a soap mold. Cardboard boxes lined with Wax paper, plastic tubs, heat-resistant glass containers, wood, stainless steel, and enamel pans,...
Plumbing problems can be a nightmare, with the monster rearing its ugly head at a very bad time. In my experience most plumbing problems happen when you have a house full of guests or very little...
PVC pipe can be used for a variety of things like using them for storage containers, vacuum hose extension, divert water away from the foundation, and many other purposes only limited by your...
Washers is a great game of skill played by two players, or teams. The game is affordable and easy to assemble. Games are a great pastime and Washers is no different. Consider it a poor mans...
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