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How to Work Faster
If you've got a lot on your plate and want to make every hour count, working faster is the way to go. Being efficient can help you get more done without sacrificing quality. While this might seem like a lofty goal, a few simple tweaks to your routine can...
How to Weather Wood
Weathering wood, also called aging or distressing, is a process where new wood is made to look old or worn. Weathering is especially important when you need to replace a piece of wood in an old structure or if you're trying to give a new woodworking proje...
How to Grow Snapdragons
The snapdragon is a fragrant perennial native to the Mediterranean. It's colorful blossoms look similar to open mouths. Snapdragons are started from seed indoors and planted just before the last frost of the year. They grow best in cooler regions and tend...
How to Sell Billboard Space
Billboard advertising is a popular choice among organizations due to its' geographical targeting and low cost per viewer. As the owner of a billboard, you can sell billboard space to organizations and make a profit. Knowing where to locate your billboard...
How to Cover Wood Paneling
Wood paneling was big in the 70s and 80s, but it’s not so popular anymore. If you’re tired of your old wood paneling but you don’t want to deal with ripping it out, don’t worry! With a little DIY action, you can easily cover your wood paneling with paint,...
Simple Ways to Set Up Dual Monitors on Your Computer
Using two monitors for one display effectively doubles the amount of on-screen space with which you have to work. This wikiHow article teaches you how to set up dual monitors for your Windows, Mac, or Ubuntu Linux computer.
How to Care for Wild Southern Toads
Wild southern toads are interesting and exciting creatures to keep as house pets. Not only do they require little day-to-day maintenance, but they can also be fun to sit and watch when they’re active. If you’re interested in taking care of a southern toad...
How to Get Back in Shape
If it's been a while since your last workout, getting back into shape needs to be a gradual process. Have patience, stay positive, and don't be discouraged! Ease your way back into exercise, and increase your intensity levels bit by bit. To stay on target...
How to Make a Newspaper
Although newspaper circulation has been declining for years, the public still needs news. Having access to a quality news source that reports responsible, pertinent news that helps people understand their community is an important component of everyday li...
How to Make Homemade Chalk
Making chalk is an easy, inexpensive project you can do at home using supplies you're likely to have on hand. Mix in a little paint to make chalk in different colors, or stick with basic white. This article gives instructions for how to make chalk using p...
How to Rag Paint a Wall
Faux finishes that are textured with a rag (in place of a paint brush) add warmth and a sense of detail to a home or office space. This simple brush technique is a way to add an element of design to an interior while staying on a budget. Knowing how to ra...
How to Whitewash Walls
Whitewashing is the process of covering a wall with a very thin coat of thin plaster made with water, lime and other ingredients. Whitewashing is used to color fences, wood, and most commonly, walls. It's is a fairly easy project that can be completed in...
How to Buy a Nursing Bra
Your body goes through a lot of changes during pregnancy. You may be so focused on your changing waistline that you forget the fit of your bras will change too. By the end of your third trimester, your breasts have already enlarged significantly and they'...
How to Open Windows Task Manager: Menus, Shortcuts, & More
Trying to open the Windows Task Manager to end a process or check your computer's performance? The Task Manager allows you to view various activities that occur on your PC. You can monitor running applications, CPU and RAM usage, startup apps (Windows 8 a...
How to Critique Poetry
Critiquing poetry is about understanding and analyzing a poem. Once you've come to an understanding of the meaning of the poem, you can begin to respond to it. Whether the poet is in the room or not, you, as the reader and interpreter of the poem, can c...
How to Give a Description of a Character
Whether writing fiction or nonfiction, beginning with an effective character description attracts your reader’s attention and sets the mood or tone for your story. Your role as a writer is to be your reader’s eyes, ears, and conscience, and a great chara...