Oak exterior doors add a timeless grace to any home. Real wood makes such a great first impression, unless it is faded, chipped and peeling, that is. If your oak exterior doors have seen better days, however, don’t worry. Cleaning, stripping and refinishing oak doors takes a little work, but it’s not very hard to … Read more
Stilton is made in Britain. Only six dairies in the world are licensed to make Stilton cheese, and they reside in the counties of Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire. It is made in a way similar to its cousin, blue cheese, but no mould spores are added and it is sold at four weeks of age. … Read more
The sgian dubh (pronounced skeen-doo) is a short, sharp knife and an essential part of traditional Scottish weaponry. It’s also called the black knife. Scots men and women carried these little knives for eating, cutting rope and to use during hunting. Many men carried their sgian dubhs in the top of their hose garters in … Read more
The Toyota MR2 offers three different ways to adjust the headlights: a knob behind the headlight that adjusts how far the headlight pops up, and two adjustment pins on the inner side of the headlight assembly that adjust the height and horizontal aim of the headlight. These calibrations are easy to reach and do not … Read more
Repairing tiled window sills involves two processes: removing and replacing broken or loose tiles and removing and replacing deteriorated grout. Exterior tiled window sills usually are composed of harder tile secured with exterior cement rather than adhesive and grout, but the repair technique remains essentially the same. If tiles are loose and the grout is … Read more
Changing the oil filter in your Kia is an important part of maintaining a healthy engine. Changing the oil alone is not enough. The filter is designed to catch any metal shavings, dirt or other contaminants in the oil, and, if changed with every oil change, it will function well. Small particles of abrasive materials … Read more
The Logun S16s is a compressed-air firearm. The weapon fires small, plastic BBs propelled by compressed air canisters. Target shooting and small game hunting are the primary methods of use with these guns. The Logun requires no tools for field stripping. The Logun S16s is a compressed-air firearm. Point the Logun S16s in a safe … Read more
With hundreds of satellite television channels to scroll through, the buttons on your Sky Television remote control handset can wear out and stop working properly. A useful way to check whether you need to replace your standard Sky TV or Sky Plus remote control unit is to dismantle it and check inside for damage.Unclasp the … Read more
Stihl uses an all-position diaphragm carburettor on most of its engines. These carburettors have intake and outtake valves, which direct the flow of fuel through the mixing chamber. When these valves, and the filters inside them, get blocked with dirt or dried gas, you will experience hard or erratic starts, surging engines, slow acceleration and … Read more
The mowing blades on Rally lawn tractors are powered by a belt attached to the engine that loops around a series of round pulleys. After a few seasons of hard mowing, the belt can become cracked or worn. Murray, the company that builds Rally lawn tractors, recommends checking the deck belt on an annual basis. … Read more
Snazaroo face paints are commonly used by professional face painters. Brushes and sponges are the two main tools used to draw lines, sponge patterns and mix colours. Mixing colours is a technique that can generate designs that look both beautiful and professional. There are many different face painting techniques that involve mixing colours. Here are … Read more
Dermestid beetles often make their homes indoors when they come in through cracks and crevices or if they are brought in on plants. Though the adults feed on pollen and nectar, the larvae can cause damage to fabrics, carpet and food. The beetles can reproduce quickly, laying their eggs on fabrics, rugs, carpets, hair, and … Read more
Birds hold a special fascination for many of us – they are often used as symbols of freedom and carefree life, and bird watchers are one of the most avid groups of wildlife enthusiasts out there. We feed them bread and nuts in the winter and set up bird houses for them. However, sometimes they … Read more
Electronic keys are a common technology with cars, and you can sync these keys to your Mitsubishi in seconds. Programming your electronic key requires no professional experience or equipment, and will allow you to safely start your ignition. You can program the key from your driver’s seat, and once synced, you can program up to … Read more
Lincrusta is an embossed wall covering made of wood flour and gelled linseed oil. Although Lincrusta is well-suited for paint, do-it-yourselfers often have difficulty generating a flawless finish because the deep embossing tends to promote excessive runs. If you’re planning to paint Lincrusta, learn the proper way to generate attractive results, free from messy runs. … Read more