To properly operate a 38- or 42-inch riding lawn mower on a Craftsman tractor, Sears recommends using a No. 144959 V-belt. The belt, whose identifying number often appears on its inside edge, controls the spinning mowing blades.
Mother-of-pearl, which is also known as nacre, occurs in nature as the lining of the shells of certain types of shellfish, such as oysters and mollusks. Its shimmering and iridescent qualities make it much prized for use in making jewelry and other decorative objects.
Drywall screws are used in conjunction with nails and construction glue to fasten a piece of drywall across existing framework.
When a John Deere tractor has not been moved in a while, the clutch disk will stick to the pressure plate. While you can can unstick the clutch disk by dismantling the engine, it will take many hours to dissemble and reassemble the engine.
Recycle old glass bottles by making them into vases, lamps and other craft projects. You can cut glass without a glass cutter by using simple tools and a little ingenuity. These projects should be undertaken carefully, as glass can be dangerous when handled improperly.
Brining and curing are both ancient methods that were used primarily to store meat to eat safely at a later time. Cures and brines are still used to preserve meat, but now that we keep most of our food in the refrigerator, many cooks use these two processes to infuse food with flavor or moisture.
A Utilitech Motion Activated Floodlight is a great way to add light to your backyard at night. The light automatically comes on when it senses motion in the yard. The sensor is built into the light so you want to install the floodlight where it can pick up motion easily.
A shawl collar on a cardigan or vest is very cozy. The collar can be turned up against the wind to protect the back of the neck. Basically, a shawl collar is a collar and button band knitted as one piece, and the back of the collar is made wider by using short rows.
Whitewashing is a technique where you apply a very thin white paint to the surface of wood to create a semi-transparent stain. The technique works well on tongue-and-groove paneling installed on a wall, and allows the wood grain of the paneling to remain visible. The process of whitewashing is not a challenging one.
Homeowners install slate patio to enhance the visual appeal of the home. Slate offers a long-lasting and durable patio surface. Unfortunately, slate is not impervious to stains. Accidental spills from salad dressings, greasy foods or motor oil leaves noticeable, unsightly stains on the patio.