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How Thermometers Work

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Thermometers are used in everything from medicine to cooking. Find out how thermometers gauge temperature and learn how to make your own!

How Thermoses (Vacuum Flasks) Work

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How can the same device keep hot things hot and cold things cold? Find out what goes on inside a Thermos!

How Three-Way Switches Work

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You probably have at least one light that is controlled by two separate switches -- either switch can turn it on or off. Find out how the light knows what to do with two sources of input.

How To Fix Pipes

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Learn how to fix pipes in this article, which addresses such common problems as pipes that leak, make a lot of noise, or become frozen.

How To Fix a Spray Hose

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Find out how to fix a spray hose in this article, whether your issue lies in the aerator, flexible sink hose, diverter valve, or other area.

How To Get Stains Out of Clothes

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An unsightly stain on your favorite shirt or dress can be such an annoyance. Learn how to get stains out of clothes.

How To Mount a Solar Panel, in 7 Steps

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How to mount a solar panel in 7 steps. Learn how to mount a solar panel in 7 steps with this article.

How To Repair a Faucet

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A dripping faucet is the most common plumbing problem but one of the easiest to repair. Yet many people ignore it and leave it unrepaired. Imagine each drip as a penny lost and you may reconsider.

How To Repair a Leaky Roof

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Shingle roofs that are leaking are usually easy to fix. Find out how to repair a leaky shingle roof by reattaching or replacing damaged shingles.

How To Unclog a Drain

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Learn how to unclog a drain, whether it's hair in a bathroom sink or a major blockage in your home's main drainpipe. These tips will help you out.

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