Lifehacks and useful tips. Page 17

A layer of plastic on a metal surface protects it from corrosion better than any paint, since it does not peel off or crack. Application of the polymer can be done not only in production, but also at home. Liquid plastic for this is easy

Due to their versatility, step drills are used more intensively than conventional ones, and therefore lose their sharpness faster. The cost of such equipment is too high to change it every time the cutting edge becomes dull. There are ways to

The cause of clogged bathtub siphons is hair and fur. They accumulate inside and block the possibility of draining water. It will not be possible to break through such a blockage with a plunger or dissolve it. You can remove hair from the drain without disassembling it in a simple and quick way.

During construction, it is very important to adhere to precise horizontal and vertical lines. Even constant use of a bubble level does not guarantee that everything will turn out smooth. This instrument is often sold defective, or its settings are lost.

When laying laminate flooring, a situation may arise when a vertical water supply, heating, or gas pipe interferes with the wall. This is one of the most difficult areas, but it can be laid beautifully. Bypassing the pipe is done simply, although it requires

Hair accumulates in the bathroom siphon. If they are long, then it is impossible to push them further along the pipe with a plunger. Some of them can be pulled out through the drain grate with a hook, which solves the problem for a while. If the hair accumulates in the depths

This simple device will greatly facilitate the process of preparing meat cutlets called lula kebab. For minced meat you only need meat (any kind), onion and salt. If the meat is dry, add a little fat.

Blockages in pipes, if there is no desire to remove the siphon, are usually broken through with a plunger, or they are filled with Mole. If you don’t have any of the above, then you can literally get by with a plastic bottle. With its help, you can actually break through a drain in a few minutes.

When you try to bend a pipe without a pipe bender, it often simply crumples in one place. To prevent this, sand is usually poured into it and the holes are plugged so that it does not spill out. This usually helps, but makes the process much more difficult. The proposed

Cheap plastic taps on heating systems may begin to leak along the stem. Replacing them during the heating season is often impossible, since the coolant will have to be drained from the system. In an emergency, you can seal the leak very reliably and

A common problem with a half-turn valve without a clamping nut, usually installed on heating radiators, is leakage along the stem. This type of problem can be quickly corrected. The proposed repair method allows you to solve the problem for a long time,

An LED lamp consumes several times less energy compared to an incandescent lamp. And for a small glow of LEDs, only a few hundred microamps are enough. Therefore, very often you can notice the glow of an LED lamp after turning off.

If you need to weld a neat Y-shaped branch of pipes, trimming their ends causes many problems. When there is no special template available, it is almost impossible to prepare the parts correctly so that everything fits together without gaps. In fact

If mold has appeared in the house, then even after complete removal it can return, since the conditions for its development remain in the room. Let's look at how you can inexpensively destroy it and prevent relapse. This requires a comprehensive solution

To cover the windows, tulle is usually hung, but in many cases it gets in the way, especially in the kitchen. It is much more practical to glue it directly onto the glass. This way it won’t hang down and cover the window sill, but will still provide the necessary comfort and block the view into the room.

Sewing up torn clothes neatly is not that difficult if you use a little trick. Knowing this secret, even a person who has never sewed before can cope with the task. This skill will allow you to repair your favorite clothes, and in such a way that the place of repair

For fastening to walls made of loose materials, as well as concrete structures close to the edge, it is best to use a chemical anchor. Unlike a spacer, it does not break out or chip the base, so choosing it is a guarantee

The wires of multimeter probes break over time. As a result, they need to be replaced or repaired. Restoring probes is not at all difficult, and it is also fast and free.

If you have ever had the need to solder aluminum wires together or with a copper wire, then you know very well that you can’t just do it. Due to the instantaneous formation of a persistent oxide film, solder aluminum with conventional flux

If a regular faucet is installed in the kitchen or bathroom, then connecting a hose to it is quite problematic. The need for this may arise when starting up a refrigerator, distiller or chiller. This problem is solved very quickly and without purchasing

One of the biggest consumers of water in the home is the toilet. It takes about 5 liters per wash. In addition, each time water is also wasted on washing hands after using the toilet. With a little modification to the toilet tank, you can rinse your hands

This life hack will be indispensable for those who are going on the road for a short time. And, also for those who like to stay overnight after gatherings at home. Main advantages: compactness. There is no need to iron things. Such

Summer residents and residents of the private sector are well aware of the problem of ant invasion. They not only breed aphids and gnaw young shoots of plants, but also often enter the home to feed themselves.You can get rid of this problem once and for all

When purchasing ceramic knives, you must understand that sooner or later they will also require sharpening, just like regular metal knives. Advice! If you decide to use ceramic knives, don’t skimp on buying them. Of course, I want to buy a whole one