How To
Step by step guides for cleaning, storing, freezing and fixing everyday things, with the reason each method works and the ones that quietly ruin the item.
How to Fix a Leaky Faucet by Finding the Valve Type
Most dripping faucets are fixed by shutting off the water, taking the handle apart, and replacing the worn washer, O-ring...
How to Bake a Cheesecake That Stays Smooth on Top
Beat softened cream cheese with sugar on low speed, add eggs one at a time, pour the filling over a...
How to Sanitize Sponges and When to Toss Them
To sanitize a kitchen sponge, microwave it soaking wet for one minute or run it through a dishwasher cycle that...
How to Cook Steel Cut Oats on the Stove or Slow Cooker
Bring water to a boil, stir in the steel cut oats, then simmer uncovered on low heat, stirring now and...
How to Find the Best Running Shoes for Your Feet
The best running shoe is the one that fits your foot, suits the ground you run on, and feels comfortable...
How to Set Up a Home Theater Step by Step
To set up a home theater, place the TV and front speakers first, angle the surrounds around your main seat,...
How to Write a Novel Outline You Will Actually Use
To write a novel outline, start with a one-sentence premise, decide your ending and key turning points, then break the...
How to Fix Grainy Photos and Keep Noise Away
Fix a grainy photo by running noise reduction in a photo editor, handling color noise first and then luminance noise,...
How to Propagate Basil From Cuttings in Water or Soil
To propagate basil from cuttings, snip a 3 to 6 inch stem tip that hasn’t flowered, strip the leaves from...
How to Fix a Sagging Door That Rubs or Sticks
Most sagging doors are fixed by tightening the top hinge, often by replacing one of its jamb screws with a...
