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How to Dispose of Rubbing Alcohol
Rubbing alcohol, also known as isopropyl alcohol, is super useful for cleaning and sanitizing different surfaces. Unfortunately, opened bottles are only good for 3 years.[1] X Research source While it’s a pretty common staple in a lot of hou...
How to Identify Tourmaline
Tourmaline is a type of mineral (a crystalline boron silicate, to be exact) formed by intense hydrothermal activity. Because it can be composed of so many different elements, tourmaline occurs in a wider variety of colors and color combinations than any o...
2 Simple Ways to Recover and Undo a Cropped Photo
Have you accidentally incorrectly cropped an image, saved, and want to get back the original photo? With many apps and programs, like Google Photos, any edited versions are saved as different files than the original files, so you should never run into thi...
How to Test Your PS4 Controller
If you're suspicious of your PS4 controller's functionality and suspect that it is not working properly, you can always connect it to your Windows 10 computer and diagnose any issues. This wikiHow article will teach you how to test your PS4 controller's f...
How to Lose Belly Fat After a C-Section
Having a baby is a magical, unbelievable achievement to celebrate. But you may also be wondering how to reduce your stomach after your C-section. Fortunately, there are plenty of simple ways to get back to feeling your best through diet, light exercise, a...
How to Adjust a Furnace Gas Valve
Your gas furnace may have stopped working, but that doesn’t mean you have to call for a professional repair just yet. If you turned your furnace off for the summer or have noticed it isn’t heating up properly, it could be due to inadequate gas pressure. Y...
How to See Less of Someone on Facebook
This wikiHow teaches you how to see fewer posts on your news feed from a friend or someone you follow. You can unfollow or snooze them temporarily to stop seeing their posts, or you could unfriend them to remove them as a friend completely.
How to Read the Iliad
The Iliad by Homer is considered to be a masterpiece of Western literature. The story was composed around 800 B.C. and it is in verse-form. It describes the events of the Trojan War from around 1200 B.C. Many people are intimidated by the length of the Il...
How to Grow Conkers
Conker trees are ornamental trees that grow in Europe and produce chestnut-like nuts known as "conkers." To grow conkers, fill up a pot with a mixture of soil and compost in late fall and plant the conkers seed 2 cm (0.79 in) deep. Keep your pot in a spot...
How to Change Your Steam Account Name
This wikiHow teaches you how to change the name that appears on your Steam profile. Although Steam does not allow you to change your account name or account ID, you can change your profile name, which is the name that your friends see and use to contact...
How to Polish a Kota Stone
Kota stone is a type of fine-grained limestone that originates from the Kota region of Rajasthan, India. The mineral is a popular choice for floors and other decorative surfaces, thanks to its attractive natural coloration, resistance to dust and moisture...
How to Set a Date and Time in Microsoft Excel
This wikiHow teaches you different ways to insert dates into your Microsoft Excel spreadsheet.
How to Polish a Guitar
Polishing your guitar is a great way to protect and restore its finish to its original glory. It’s also really easy to do. Remove the strings so you can access the fretboard for a good cleaning. Use lemon oil to naturally polish and condition the wood of...
How to Tie a Scarf As a Skirt
While scarves are great accessories for cool weather, they can seem pretty impractical when warmer temperatures arrive. Thankfully, you can easily repurpose your scarves, as long as they’re at least 2 yards (1.8 m) long. It only takes a few minutes to tie...
12 Ways to Style and Wear Basketball Shoes Casually
You don’t have to be a star on the court to rock basketball shoes like an MVP. Basketball shoes are naturally cool and laid-back, so it's easy to incorporate them into any casual outfit. As with any other fashion accessory, pulling off basketball shoes in...
How to Select Rims for Your Car
A fresh set of rims can give your ride a sleek, upgraded look. Before you get rid of those generic wheels and slap on some custom rollers, however, take the time to figure out what size will work best for your vehicle. Once you know what size you need, yo...