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Master classes:
How to make a terrarium in a light bulb
A terrarium in a light bulb is a cool idea for those who love plants and original room decor. In addition, you can conduct a scientific biological experiment by observing an artificially created ecosystem. The moss will not need to be watered at all and
Why put tulle on windows instead of blinds? Magic tip for first floors
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.
How to make blinds from wallpaper with your own hands
Many housewives have thought more than once about closing their windows from annoying sunlight using blinds. There is now a huge selection of this product on the modern market, there are metal, plastic, fabric, horizontal, and vertical blinds
How to make a simple and durable bench for home use
Anyone can make a durable bench with their own hands. This person, of course, must be a man.Not a simple one, but one who knows how to hold a hammer in his hands, knows the secrets of electric arc welding, is not afraid of plumbing work and is familiar with
How to make a keyless secret lock for a gate
A secret lock with a hidden pedal will help protect your site from unwanted guests. If the gate is made of a metal profile like a fence, then with such locks it is even impossible to find it, since it does not stand out from the street.
A simple way to increase the heat output of the stove and save wood
If the chimney from the stove indoors is a metal pipe, then most of the heat simply goes into the atmosphere. To delay it, you can install a radiator on the chimney. It will increase the heat transfer of the stove, thereby saving wood or coal.
It's scary how much dirt your carpet hides. Dry brush this way
Due to the long pile, it is simply impossible to remove all the dirt from the carpet with just a vacuum cleaner. However, its dimensions do not allow it to be thrown into the washing machine. As a result, dry cleaning or returning to the sink remains. The first method is preferable, since it does not
How to make a healing mat from river stones
Walking barefoot on rocks is a significant contribution to health. The need to walk on pebbles is especially felt in the morning: when your feet haven’t had time to rest properly, you don’t want to put on your shoes right away. Unfortunately, daily walks on rocky
How to clean windows and floors so they stay clean longer
The frequency of cleaning windows and floors largely depends on the cleaning product used.After some compositions, the surface does not attract dust; after others, it simply becomes a magnet for dirt. Let's look at inexpensive ways to clean windows and
How to wash and bleach a plastic window sill from any stains
The PVC window sill has a rough surface, so it holds stains very well. To wash it, you have to scrub it with a sponge for half an hour with an aggressive, chemical-smelling detergent. Deal with floral stains and marks
How to make a folding clothes dryer from PVC pipes
When living in an apartment, drying clothes becomes a problem due to limited space. To solve this problem, you can make a folding dryer. It is screwed to the front wall of the house on the balcony or loggia. When folded, the dryer does not take up any space at all.
Throw in a homemade bag and the toilet shines and smells fragrant for a long time
Toilet bowl refreshing tablets are a good thing, but you can do without them by using a homemade product. A self-made analogue is 10 times cheaper, but it works just as well.
Now the handles of the mosquito net will not break, a useful modification
The plastic handles on the inserted mosquito net dry out and become brittle. When you try to remove it they simply break off. Replacing handles with new ones gives only a temporary effect for 2-3 years, and to do this you must first visit
Making a foam nozzle for a garden hose
When washing a car, carpets or paving slabs with a garden hose, there is a very lack of foam nozzle, as in car washes.Having half an hour of free time and inexpensive plastic fittings for an adhesive PVC pipe, you can make such a nozzle yourself.
How to make a simple retro lamp in loft style
Making an original designer lamp yourself is very simple. To do this, you will need everything that can be easily found at any hardware store. This master class will discuss how to make a loft-style lamp from concrete. This
What can you do with an empty plastic container?
Plastic containers, for example from washing powder, can become the basis for making various crafts. The upcoming work can be done by anyone who can hold the simplest cutting tools in their hands.
Cheap electric heating system for a small room
To maintain a constant temperature in a small room in winter, the cheapest way is to use an electric heating cable. In conjunction with an adjustable thermostat, it is able to maintain a comfortable temperature 24 hours a day. To
How to make a chimney for a bathhouse from sewer pipes
The installation of a chimney for a bath or sauna should be approached with all responsibility in order to prevent smoke from entering the steam room and not getting burned.
Built-in mini sauna in a private house
The project to build a bathhouse-sauna was conceived and implemented in 2006. For these purposes, I used a room of approximately 7 square meters. m in a house in which it was originally planned to locate a toilet, washbasin, bathtub or shower. I accepted the original
How to permanently remove mold and mildew between tile joints
Due to increased humidity, mold and mildew may form in the bathroom, especially if there are problems with ventilation. These unwanted growths not only spoil the appearance, but also pose a certain health hazard.
How to quickly clean the hood grille
The decorative grille of the hood above the stove becomes heavily contaminated with grease in just a couple of weeks of intensive cooking. It is not so easy to wash it, so many people put off this process until it is easier to change the grille than to clean it. However there is
We say to the condensate: Farewell! Or how to permanently get rid of fogging of plastic windows
Modern plastic windows, despite their good quality, can fog up in the cold season for several reasons. This, for example, is caused by the installation of cheap single-chamber packages, a very wide window sill, which impedes circulation
How to build a children's playhouse
We used to build play structures out of chairs, pillows and blankets. We had our own secret hiding places. Today we have grown up, but we have our own children. So why not help them and build a real children's house? Perhaps this is at least
How to permanently remove mold, mildew and clean the seams between tiles
If there is excess dampness caused by insufficient ventilation, fungus and mold appear in the bathroom. They can also often be found on window slopes at the junction with the window frame, where condensation accumulates in winter. They spoil the outside