The first step to any sprouting is to soak the seed or grain. In fact, you should do this to all your seeds, grains and nuts. Yup, you read right, soak ’em, for 1 ½ to up to 24 hours before you eat them raw or cook them. Do sunflower…
Once dry both oils will provide a similar level of nourishment and protection to the wood and they will both slightly darken and enhance the woods natural grain. But since regular Linseed Oil can take up to three days to dry, we always recommend using Boiled Linseed Oil when it…
If your home’s HVAC system does extend into the garage, then the attic above it should be insulated as it would for any other room of the house. This will serve the same function of keeping hot or cold air inside the garage as it does for the rest of…
Your blower motor can give you some very clear signs of overheating, including: A “hot” or burning smell from vents in the home. This symptom is often coupled with the furnace shutting off completely. If it isn’t, it soon will be. Why is my furnace blower motor hot? If your…
Never wear gloves with grinders. Or operate grinders with guards removed. By “grinders,” we mean abrasive belt grinders, bench grinders, pedestal grinders, surface grinders, and also abrasive cutoff machines. Should you not wear gloves when grinding? Gloves should be worn only if using a tool grip of adequate length to…
Residents living off the grid typically live in smaller houses, consume less power even if they use renewable energy, produce less waste, and recycle regularly. Greater Personal Satisfaction. Being able to make do and solve your problems is psychologically empowering. Is living off-grid a good idea? For many people, living…
Reverse proxies help to keep web traffic flowing – seamlessly. Along with improving server efficiency and ease of maintenance, they also provide an important layer of additional cybersecurity. Using a reverse proxy is also a great way for businesses to consolidate their internet presence. Is reverse proxy safer? Are reverse…
Long-lasting color: Its color makes dark hardwood prone to absorbing sunlight, while light hardwood reflects it. Over time, you’ll find that your dark flooring results in less sun damage, retaining its dark sheen for longer. Is it better to have light or dark wood floors? Which do you prefer –…
Most children will complete toilet training and be ready to stop using diapers between 18 and 30 months of age,1 but this certainly isn’t the case for all kids. Some children are not fully out of diapers until after the age of 4. Should a 2 year old be potty…
Hydrangeas that bloom on new wood require pruning in late winter or early spring. Prune to shape, cutting back to about two feet. The pruning promotes new, sturdy growth, which provides the blooms next season. What happens if you don’t cut back hydrangeas? What happens if you don’t prune hydrangeas?…