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Q&A

What can I use for fireplace kindling?

What can I use for fireplace kindling? Use Tied Newspaper When building a fire in a fireplace with kindling, some sheets of crunched up newspaper will work great as the fire starter. When starting a fire in a fireplace without kindling, crunched up pieces of newspaper typically won't be able to burn long enough for the logs to catch fire. What is the best kindling for a fireplace? What Is The Best Wood For Kindling For A Fire? The best type of kindling for a wood fire is relatively small pieces of dry softwood such as Pine, which allows the...

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Why are mobile home doors different?

Why are mobile home doors different? Mobile Home Doors Both interior and exterior doors are different from the ones in home improvement stores. The exterior doors are shorter to allow for the shorter ceiling height and the interior doors are usually shorter and narrower. What is the standard size window in a mobile home? However, just like our exterior doors, you can expect our manufactured homes' windows to be one of the following sizes: 30” by 60” 36” by 60” 36” by 54” About 80% of windows that we put in homes are one of those three sizes! Can you...

Tips

Is it possible to tighten a loose garage door cable?

Is it possible to tighten a loose garage door cable? Automatic garage door openers make getting in and out of your garage easy, although the machinery does require periodic maintenance to ensure proper operation. A loose garage door cable is not difficult to deal with, but you will need a few key tools to tighten it properly. What happens if your zip line cable is loose? A cable being too slack (or loose) will slow down your rider a lot of faster than if it was taut (tight). It will also create cable sag which may result in your rider...

Lifehacks

Do you need a degree in interior design to be an interior designer?

Do you need a degree in interior design to be an interior designer? Experience. Having is a degree is essential; however, many clients and firms hire individuals with experience. Experience allows you to practice what you learn in class and lets you know where you need to improve. You can request to shadow an experienced interior designer or apply for internships. Is interior design a good career in 2020? Yes, interior design is a good career option, especially for those who showcase their passion in the simplest of situations. It offers one a chance to exercise their inborn talents and...

Miscellaneous

Can a circular saw be used for rebate cutting?

Can a circular saw be used for rebate cutting? A circular saw should notbe used for cutting a rebate or groove unless the blade is effectively guarded. This is because the normal saw guard cannot be used. Suitable alternative guards and fixtures are necessary. Figure 8 shows an example of one method for rebating or grooving using Shaw guards. Do You need A riving knife for a circular saw? Riving knife and saw guard Suitable top guards and riving knives should be fitted to all circular saw benches. It is vital that these are properly adjusted for each job being...

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Do furnaces cause house fires?

Do furnaces cause house fires? A furnace is a vital component in virtually every home heating system across the country. Many people may not be aware that a furnace can cause a house fire if the conditions allow it. According to data released by FEMA, heating appliances were the second highest cause of building fires in homes during 2014. How often does a furnace cause a fire? The National Fire Protection Association says more than one in six home fires start from heating equipment, which is the second most common cause of a fire behind cooking. While most heating-related fires...

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What happens if evaporator fan motor stops working?

What happens if evaporator fan motor stops working? If the evaporator fan motor stops working, your freezer will begin to defrost. Most freezers don't run the evaporator fan motor when the door is open, so if the fan does work, it will turn off when you open the door. Check the temperature setting on the freezer to be sure it's on cold. What controls the evaporator fan motor? Evaporator Fan Control: Automatic Two-Speed Control vs. Constant Speed. An evaporator fan controller monitors refrigerant flow or compressor drive motor amps and reduces the speed of evaporator fans when the compressor is...

Miscellaneous

Are there any pieces of art that have never been found?

Are there any pieces of art that have never been found? Over the years, history’s greatest painters, sculptors, and craftsman have toiled to create the iconic pieces of art we’ve all become familiar with. While many of those masterpieces remain safely tucked away in museums or private collections, others have not been so lucky. How to find out more about a piece of Art? To find out more about a piece of art, you really do need the expertise of an art dealer from an auction house. You want someone familiar with the famous artists but more importantly, with the...

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Why does my RV AC not turn on?

Why does my RV AC not turn on? The first place to check if your AC isn't working would be the circuit breaker. Often times, the breaker has been tripped, impeding your AC's ability to work. A quick fix for this is to simply find the circuit board and reset the system. Why does my RV air conditioner keep shutting off? When an air conditioning system's filter is dirty or clogged, there is not enough fresh air coming through, and your system might overheat. This overheating will shut off the air conditioner before a full cycle ends. You may be...

Miscellaneous

How do you get carbon off grill grates?

How do you get carbon off grill grates? Cleaning the Grates and Cooking Plate Using a wire brush, scrub it gently along the grate or cooking plate to knock of as much debris as possible. You can also brush down the inside of the grill to remove carbon buildup. How do you clean an encrusted grill? If you haven't kept up with the cleaning and your grill is really encrusted with ugly stuff, then it's time to soak. Remove your grills and soak in warm water to loosen stubborn dirt and caked on food. You can add some vinegar or...