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Reading Glasses

Should I Buy Prescription Reading Glasses or Drugstore Reading Glasses?Depending on your vision needs, you may be able to save some money, at least for a while, by purchasing reading glasses from a drugstore. This is a page about, "Should I buy prescription reading glasses or drugstore reading glasses?".

 

A glass of club soda.

What is the UK Equivalent to Club Soda?Club soda is bottled carbonated water. Products may have different names in varying countries or even be unavailable making it confusing or difficult to replicate recipes. This is a page about, "What is the UK equivalent to club soda?".

 

Window with dark curtains.

Do Thermal Insulated Curtains Really Help?Thermal curtains can help block heat in the summer and keep the cold out in the winter. This is a page about. "Do thermal insulated curtains really help?".

 

A row of mattresses in a store.

Pillow Top Mattress Not Soft Enough?The term pillow top can be misleading. Even this mattress configuration may not provide the softness you desire. Additional toppers may be needed. This is a page about pillow top mattress not soft enough.

 

A pair of dumbbell hand weights.

Other Uses for Hand WeightsDumbbells can have many uses other than just exercise and strength training. This is a page about other uses for hand weights.

 

A wooden bowl on a white background.

Eating Out of Teak Wood Bowls?Wooden bowls are used for serving certain types of foods, typically not liquids. This is a page about eating out of teak wood bowls.

 

A stack of DVD cases on a white background.

Saving Money on DVDsBuying recently released DVDs can be pricey. There are a number of ways to save money on this form of entertainment. This is a page has suggestions for saving money on DVDs.

 

Damaged Mailbox

Preventing Mail TheftMail theft is a federal crime but that doesn't deter some people. Having a secure mailbox is the best way to prevent mail theft. This is a page about preventing mail theft.

 

Insurance Claim Form

Insurance Claims on a Stolen Vehicle?If your vehicle is stolen, you will need to make a claim with your insurance company to recover the value lost. This is a page about insurance claim and stolen vehicle.

 

A pine branch on a white background.

Uses for Pine NeedlesFrom crafts to household uses, pine needles can be very useful. This is a page about uses for pine needles.

 

Four different candlesticks with white taper candles.

Making Candles Fit into Candle HoldersIf your candle is too large to fit in the candle holder, you can shave it down to make the end smaller. This is a page about making candles fit into candle holders.

 

Bagless Vacuum

Buying a Bagless Vacuum?Bagless vacuums, like the Dyson, reduce the overall cost of using your vacuum considerably. This is a page about buying a bagless vacuum.

 

A bottle of peppermint oil surrounded by fresh mint.

Uses for Peppermint OilPeppermint oil has a variety of uses from mouse control to making a cooling spray for your skin. This page will link you to other pages on this site so that you can investigate such uses for peppermint oil.

 

Several white mobile homes in storage.

Storing a Mobile Home?If you don't have room to park your mobile home on your own property, it may be necessary to rent from a storage facility or other space rental location. This is a page about storing a mobile home.

 

Nail Polish for Shiny Jewelry - applying clear nail polish to a watchband

Protecting the Finish on Costume JewelryInexpensive costume jewelry, while fun and attractive to wear is often discarded because the finish fails, by peeling or becoming discolored. This is a page about protecting the finish on costume jewelry.

 

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Microwave Says "Child" On Display

Microwave Says 'Child' on DisplayMany brands of microwave ovens have a built in child lock that is activated if the start button is pushed several times. This is a page about microwave says "child" on display.

 

A woman lighting a candle.

Lighting CandlesLighting candles takes some care to keep from burning your fingers. This is a page about lighting candles.

 

Closed cardboard Box or brown paper package box.

Sending a Package to AfghanistanThe staff at your local post office can help with any questions you may have about sending packages to military and civilians stationed overseas. This is a page about sending a package to Afghanistan.

 

A receipt printing out for a purchased gift.

Keeping Gift Receipts With GiftsThis is a page about keeping gift receipts with gifts. When you are not sure whether a gift will be exactly right, a gift receipt can make an exchange a simple transaction.

 

Close up leaf pattern detail of a piece of antique wooden furniture.

Finding the Value of a Murphy Wardrobes and Armoires?This is a page about finding the value of a Murphy wardrobes and armoires. These clothes storage cabinets can be a nice piece of bedroom furniture, and valuable to the right person.

 

Typesetting Poetry on Bronze  - Sheet - poem printed on bronze sheet

Typesetting Poetry on Sheet of Bronze?I write poetry and a few years ago a gentleman contacted me by email and wanted to set my poetry in bronze by typesetting on a sheet of 5 x 7 bronze and then framing it in a 5x7 wooden frame. Since that time this gentleman has gone out of business and I would love to find another bronze typesetter.

 

Three vintage appliances in white.

Buying Second Hand AppliancesThis is a page about buying second hand appliances. One way to save money on expensive home appliances is to shop for second hand ones in good repair.

 

Dental Insurance Form

Saving Money on Dental Insurance?This is a page about saving money on dental insurance. Going to the dentist can be very expensive and finding some saving through insurance can make your visits less painful.

 

Washing hands with Bar Soap

Making Bar Soap Last LongerThis is a page about making bar soap last longer. Bar soap can melt in the soap dish or shower.

 

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Using a Singer 1408 Sewing Machine?Does a Singer 1408 Promise sewing machine have an automatic fabric feed?

 

Woman talking on wireless telephone

Vonage Phone Service ReviewsThis is a page about Vonage phone service reviews. Vonage is one of the VoIP providers you may consider when looking for the best price and plan for this type of phone service.

 

Red bowl full of baking soda

The Difference Between Baking Soda and...Don't get these similar sounding products confused. While baking soda can be used for cleaning, don't add washing soda to your cookie recipe. This is a page about the difference between baking soda and washing soda.

 

Tube of chapstick isolated against a white background

Uses for ChapstickThis is a page about uses for Chapstick. In addition to moisturizing your lips, Chapstick can be put to other uses.

 

Three blank VHS tapes stacked against a white surface

Caring for VHS TapesThis is a page about caring for VHS tapes. Although this is an older form of media storage, some of us still have and use VHS tapes. Proper care can extend their usefulness.

 

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Tracking Mail Sent to the Wrong Address?I was mailed a check by my job but it was sent to the wrong address. I called them to see if the mail had a tracking number, but they were not sure. How do I track the mail if I do not know the tracking number?

 

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Maker of Daily Chef Cutlery?Who makes Daily Chef disposable cutlery?

 

Several colors of cable ties against a white background

Uses for Cable TiesThis is a page about uses for cable ties. It is surprising how many uses you can find for cable ties.

 

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Charges for Sending a Package to Pakistan?I want to send a brithday gift to my friend in Pakistan (a cotton shirt). Is there any charge that needs to be paid by my friend to receive the same? If yes, then how much?

 

stack of newspapers

Good Reasons to Still Get a NewspaperThis is a page about good reasons to still get a newspaper. Newspapers have fast become a thing of the past.

 

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Shopping Without a Smartphone?I do surveys online for gift cards and the other day I got one to Target. It was an e-giftcard. I realized after I got it that the store wouldn't take a printed version of e-giftcards. They would only scan it off of a smartphone. The problem is I do not have a smartphone.

 

White Styrofoam box on a white background

Cutting Styrofoam?This is a page about cutting Styrofoam. There are a number of ways that you can successfully cut Styrofoam to use for crafts or packing.

 

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Helping Your Mattress Last LongerThere are a few tips you can try to make your bed mattress last longer. I am surprised how many people don't know these tips, so thought I would share.

 

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Fuel Controller for a Victory Crossroads Cycle?What is the best fuel controller for a Victory Crossroads cycle?

 

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Tips for Buying an Air Compressor and Palm Nailer?I have some small projects that I would like to do. One is to organize my garage with some DIY shelving using 2x4s and plywood. I would like to get a small air compressor that is simple to use and gets the job done. In addition to air compressor, I am looking into getting a mini palm nailer.

 

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Heating Contractor Who Takes Payments?We brought this house in 2014. The heating system only works in part of the long ranch style home. We found out last year that some of the vents in the attic are connected with gray tape. Some of vents are not connected at all. Do heating repair companies take payments?

 

Adding UV Coating to Glasses

Adding UV Coating to Glasses?This is a page about adding UV coating to glasses. The UV coating on eyeglasses helps protect your eyes from potential damage from the sun's ultraviolet rays.

 

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Dressing Aids for Seniors?I'm stiff when I first wake up and it's getting harder as the years go by to put on pants, underwear, and socks. Do you use any of the dressing aids on the market? Thanks.

 

Value of 1950s/60s Hayter Meadow Cutter

Value of 1950s/60s Hayter Meadow Cutter?Can anyone give me a rough value of this item, as I know very little about it. I have been asked by the daughter of the owner, who died recently, to sell it for her.

 

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Joining AARP?Can I get an AARP card for my son, who is over 50, and isn't part of my household, or does he have to join on his own?

 

Blue Cross Blue Shield vs. Medicare

Blue Cross Blue Shield vs. MedicareThis is a page about getting additional health insurance coverage. If you need medical coverage the choice between Blue Cross Blue Shield and Medicare can be a tough one.

 

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Value of Old Riding Mower

Value of Old Riding Mower?I have a Swisher model #a32b serial #r-82791. Does anyone know what year it is and what is the estimated value?

 

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Websites Offering Backstage Passes?How do I get backstage passes to meet and greet Taylor Swift? A lot of people have recommended, igotbackstagepasses.com. Is this site the only way to get backstage as I've heard?

 

Casual Restaurant in New York?I'd like a nice casual restaurant that one could enjoy dining at with jeans and sneakers or slacks and shoes. I would like nice decor, somewhat of a classy touch, I don't want a dive bar type place. Sit should be someplace that would be appropriate for a date without being grungy or "cheap".

 

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HJC Motorcycle Helmet Shields?What are the benefits of HJC motorcycle helmet shields?

 

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Medical Insurance Coverage Outside the US?I am retired and have enrolled in Medicare Parts A and B, but have kept my federal BCBS as a secondary insurer. Now I am about to travel on a cruise. Do I have any coverage for health issues while I am away?

 

Used Furniture

Selling Used Furniture?This is a page about selling used furniture. When you have no need for preloved home furnishings, you can sell them in a variety of ways.

 

Dog on Green Carpet

Best Carpet for Pet Owners?This is a page about best carpet for pet owners. Pets can wreak havoc on your carpet. Choosing a type better suited to a home with pets can help reduce the damage.

 

Girl Playing Music Keyboard

Buying a Music Keyboard?This is a page about buying a music keyboard. Buying a music keyboard can be an expensive purchase. By doing some research you can find the best one to fit your needs and budget.

 

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Problems Floors and Walls in New Home?I had my home built 3yrs ago and have numerous problems with my laminate floors and my walls. The floor in the dining room, that is over the basement constantly gets these white dots that look like paint specks, but it is not and they are extremely hard to remove and keep coming back.

 

phone icons

Understanding the Recent Call Cell Phone...There are phone icons on the recent call menu, some up, some down, sometimes red, blue, or green. The red upside down I think means the call was never answered. What do the other colors mean?

 

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Using On-line MSDS Search?What do you mean by MSDS?

 

Book Store

Publishing a Book?This is a page about publishing a book. Once you have finished your literary masterpiece you need to determine the best way to get it published.

 

Uses for Hydrogen Peroxide

Uses for Hydrogen PeroxideThis is a page about uses for hydrogen peroxide. There are many ways peroxide can be used for cleaning and whitening around the house and for personal use.

 

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Finding Reputable Online Sales Sites?I am looking for Canadian sites to post a double burial plot for sale in Canada. I have tried kijiji and Craig's list, but no results. I don't know how to use eBay, so I am looking for some free sites to post on.

 

home office chair

Protecting Floor from Caster Marks?This is a page about protecting floor from caster marks. Office chairs and other types of furniture or carts can leave marks on your flooring from the casters.

 

paper towel being pulled off cute flower holder

Uses for Paper Towels?This is a page about uses for paper towels. Paper towels have a wide variety of uses around your home.

 

Water Softener

Buying a Water Softener?This is a page about buying a water softener. Hard water contains higher levels of minerals and generally requires you to use more cleaning product, as they do not work as well in hard water. A water softener is one way to improve your water supply.

 

Child Checking E-mail

E-Mail Accounts for ChildrenThis is a page about e-mail accounts for children. Choosing a safe email account service for your children is an important parental task.

 

small bottle of alum

Uses for AlumThis is a page about uses for alum. Alum is not just for cooking or canning, there are a surprising number of other uses for this food additive.

 

suction cup

Suction Cup TipsThis is a page about suction cup tips. Suction cups have a lot of potential uses around your home.

 

cement bags

Opening a Bag With Stitched String Closure?This is a page about opening a bag with stitched string closure. It can be a challenge to open a stitched bag without cutting the bag.

 

Kids Playing in Winter

Getting Ready for WinterThis is a page about getting ready for winter. Winter presents its own challenges, from preparing your car for hazardous driving conditions to potential power outages.

 

scatter of Christmas light bulbs

Uses for Christmas Light BulbsThis is a page about uses for Christmas light bulbs. Christmas light bulbs can be put to other uses throughout the year.

 

Electric Heating Pad

Uses for an Electric Heating PadThis is a page about uses for an electric heating pad. Electric heating pads can be used in many ways from personal heater for cold winter nights to making yogurt.

 

roll of foil

Using Aluminum Foil and Plastic Wrap CorrectlyThis is a page about using aluminum foil and plastic wrap correctly. Many of us have had times when the roll of foil ties to pull out of the box and the plastic wrap tangles, sticks to itself, and wads up in a mess.

 

using a laptop

Using Translation WebsitesThis is a page about using translation websites. For certain situations using a translation website will help bridge the language gap between you and neighbors or coworkers. They can also meet your business requirements to expand your customer base and provide better service.

 

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Dye Bleeding from Straw Beach Bag?How do I prevent the dye from bleeding on my clothes from my red straw beach bag?

 

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Finding the Specifications for a Pump Pneumatic?What are technical specification of a basic trabon Pump Pneumatic?

 

Shopping for a Washer and Dryer

When to Replace a Washer and Dryer?This is a page about when to replace a washer and dryer. Trying to decide when to replace an older washer and dryer that are still working can be confusing.

 

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Using a Pneumatic Pump?How does a pneumatic pump work?

 

Wickker Paper Plate Holders

Using Paper Plate HoldersThis is a page about using paper plate holders. Paper plate holders have uses in addition to keeping your meal from ending up on the patio when the flimsy plate fails.

 

Glow Sticks

Using Glow SticksThis is a page about using glow sticks. Glow sticks have a lot of uses, from lighting the way when camping, to making quick and easy jewelry such as bracelets and necklaces.

 

Couple Using VoIP

Choosing the Best VoIP?This is a page about choosing the best VoIP. Choosing the best VoIP service for your needs can help save money.

 

Woman at Gas Station

Gas Station Tips and TricksThis is a page about gas station tips and tricks. We all make regular trips to the gas station to fill our tanks or to pick up snacks on a road trip.

 

female doctor

Websites That Review Doctors?This is a page about websites that review doctors. Finding a new doctor can be very frustrating. Finding a site that posts doctor reviews can be helpful.

 

Emery Boards

Using Emery BoardsThis is a page about using emery boards. Emery boards are typically used for filing your nails but they can also be used for other jobs, such as crafts.

 

Gas Log Fireplace

Gas Log Tips?This is a page about gas log tips. One type of heat source for your home is the gas fire log. Many homeowners either have these in their homes at the time of purchase or consider retrofitting a wood burning fireplace with gas logs.

 

Trade Show Event

Purchasing Event Liability Insurance?This is a page about purchasing event liability insurance. Often the venue you have chosen for your reunion, wedding, or party will require special insurance to cover the use of the facility and any resulting damage or bodily injury.

 

Winning Sweepstakes

Finding and Entering Sweepstakes and ContestsThis is a page about finding and entering sweepstakes and contests. We love to enter contests. The promise of winning a prize of just about any kind is exciting.

 

Beverage at Work

Saving Money on Beverages at WorkThis is a page about saving money on beverages at work.This is a page about saving money on beverages at work. If your workplace has the space, you might be able to store some snack and drink items that can be bought inexpensively and resold to staff.

 

Condos

Converting a Rental into a Condo?This is a page about converting a rental into a condo. There are several considerations, including legal ones, involved in the conversion of rental units into condominiums.

 

Remote Car Alarm

Using a Remote Car AlarmThis is a page about using a remote car alarm. All newer cars come with a remote door opener that also sets the car alarm.

 

Stainless Steel Cookware

Switching to Stainless Steel CookwareThis is a page about switching to stainless steel cookware. There are health concerns and other reasons that prompt consumers to switch from non-stick cookware to stainless steel.

 

Telemarketer

Stopping Telemarketer CallsThis is a page about stopping telemarketer calls. Telemarketing calls can be infuriating and sometimes very difficult to prevent. There are steps you can take to put an end to this bothersome direct sales tactic.

 

vinegar and baking soda

Uses for VinegarThis is a page about uses for vinegar. In addition to use as a salad dressing and pickling base, vinegar has numerous uses in cleaning, cooking, gardening, and home remedies to name a few.

 

Scorched Stainless Steel Pan

Can I Still Use a Scorched Stainless Steel Pan?This is a page about "Can I still use a scorched stainless steel pan?". Deciding whether to use a damaged pan or toss it can be frustrating in the absence of information about its food safety.

 

A woman reading a document.

Reading Poor Copies of DocumentsSome documents, particularly older ones can be quite dark and difficult to read, others may be too light. This is a page about reading poor copies of documents.

 

Dining table with a nice tablecloth.

Saving Money on TableclothsThis is a page about saving money on tablecloths. Tablecloths can be quite pricey to buy, but there are some ways you can save money on tablecloths.

 

Using a plastic tablecloth as a picnic blanket.

Uses for Plastic TableclothsThis is a page about uses for plastic tablecloths. Plastic tablecloths have a wide variety of uses in addition to their intended one. These range from craft projects, to decorations, to use in the garden.

 

Plastic Spoon

Uses for Plastic SpoonsThis is a page about uses for plastic spoons. Plastic spoons are useful tools, not only for their obvious use in eating, but they can also be used in crafts and to make delicious chocolate spoons.

 

White Polyester Tablecloth

Removing Wrinkles from a Polyester Tablecloth?This is a page about removing wrinkles from a polyester tablecloth. When wrinkles get set into permanent press fabric it can be a challenge to remove.

 

Corn Starch

Uses for Corn StarchThis is a page about uses for corn starch. Corn starch is not just for use in cooking, there are many ways you can use it around the house.

 

Live Phone Representative

Bypassing Automated Phone SystemsThis is a page about bypassing automated phone systems. Wasting time on the phone trying to get through all the prompts to a real customer support person can be very frustrating, and you want to avoid it.

 

Paper Plates

Reinforcing Paper PlatesThis is a page about reinforcing paper plates. Paper plates are notorious for bending, folding, and dumping your food all over.

 

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New NIPSCO Digital Utility Meters?I live in Northwest Indiana and NIPSCO (my utility company) just installed these new digital meters. I just found out that I had the authority to opt out of them if I wanted to. But now the thing is mounted on the back of my house like a big slap in the face from NIPSCO.

 

Taller Toilet

Purchasing a Taller Toilet?This is a page about purchasing a taller toilet. Your height or physical limitations may cause you to consider purchasing a taller toilet.

 

Loofah

Uses for Loofah (Luffa)This is a page about uses for loofah (luffa). The loofah is a dried plant "sponge" and can be used in many ways from personal hygiene and cleaning to craft projects.

 

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