Use a plastic cutting surface to avoid contaminating a wooden cutting board. Put a teaspoon or two of cooking oil in the pan and allow it to get smoking hot. Let them cook on one side for 15 seconds, then turn them to the other side using a pair of tongs. They should form a thick, crunchy crust on both sides.  Don't turn the steaks until they've seared; moving them too soon will prevent the crust from forming. Don't crowd the steaks in the pan. If necessary, cook the steaks in more than one batch. For rare steaks, cook for a total of 1 1/2 minutes on each side. For medium rare steaks, cook for a total of 2 minutes on each side. For medium well steaks, cook for a total of 2 1/2 minutes on each side. For well done steaks, cook for 3 or more minutes on each side. This allows the juices to distribute through the steak.

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Corta el bistec en porciones. Coloca una sartén de hierro colado o sartén para freír a temperatura media alta en la estufa. Coloca los bistecs en el centro de la sartén. Continúa volteando los bistecs cada treinta segundos hasta que estén cocidos. Retira los bistecs de la sartén y déjalos descansar por 3 minutos. Sirve caliente.


Use a plastic liner that is 0.75 mm (0.029 in) to 1.00 mm (0.039 in) thick. Cover the entire sides and base of the pond with the liner.  Double the depth of your pond and add this number to the length and width of the pond to determine the length and width of liner that you need. For example, if your pond is 10 ft (3.0 m) by 10 ft (3.0 m), and 2 ft (0.61 m) deep, then you need a piece of plastic that is 14 ft (4.3 m) by 14 ft (4.3 m). The plastic will act as a moisture barrier, as well as provide something for the concrete to grab onto. Turn on your electric mixer and pour in the correct ratio of concrete to water. Wait until it is thoroughly mixed and there are no dry spots to start pouring it.  You can use an online concrete calculator to enter the dimensions of your pond and the thickness of the concrete you want to pour to determine how many bags of concrete you will need to complete the project. The type of electric concrete mixer to use is a small drum on wheels that tilts back and forth on an axis. When you plug it in and turn it on, the drum rotates to mix the concrete together. If you don’t have an electric mixer, or your pond is very small and you don’t need a lot of concrete, then you can mix the concrete in a wheelbarrow with a shovel. Start with one side of the pond and work your way around. Pour the mixed concrete onto the sides and base and even it out with a shovel until there is a 4 in (10 cm) layer covering all sides.  Make sure that the concrete is not too watery or it will run down the sides of the pond when you pour it on them. If you notice this happening, then reduce the amount of the water in the mix. You can spread the concrete out with a long rake with tape over the tips so that you don’t have to get into the pond to spread it. If your pond is too deep to reach the bottom with a rake or shovel, then carry buckets of concrete down to the bottom. Start at one end of the pond, and spread the concrete out evenly with a shovel or rake, working backwards, until you reach the other end and...

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Cubre el estanque con una lona de polietileno resistente. En una mezcladora eléctrica, mezcla el concreto siguiendo las instrucciones del empaque. Cubre los lados y la base del estanque con una capa de concreto de alrededor de 10 cm (4 pulgadas) de espesor. Coloca malla metálica en el concreto fresco. Cubre la malla metálica con otra capa de concreto y alísala con una espátula. Cubre el estanque con plástico y permite que se seque por 3 días. Rocía un sellador de silicona si vas a tener peces en el estanque.


Use a pocket knife to poke two small holes in the lip of one side of the roasting pan.  Ask an adult to do this step. Choose one of the shorter ends. This will now be the top of your gong. The holes should be 2 to 3 inches (5 to 7.6 cm) apart. The tip of a scissors blade could also be used instead of a pocket knife. Place one pipe cleaner into each hole. Securely twist the ends of each pipe cleaner together.  Each pipe cleaner should form a loop with the ends twisted together. You'll need two loops (one in each hole). The loops should be 3 to 4 inches (7.6 to 10 cm) in diameter. Slide the cardboard tube of a wrapping paper roll or paper towel roll through the pipe cleaner loops, centering the loops on the tube.  You could use a broomstick, measuring stick, or other large stick instead of the cardboard tube if desired. Just make sure that the stick itself is longer than the width of your roasting pan gong. This tube or stick will act as the support for your gong. Place two desk or dining room chairs back to back. Rest the support on the back tops of both chairs so that the gong hangs in place.  For added security, you could hold the support in place using more pipe cleaners. Alternatively, you could use two large, thick books or any other evenly sized sturdy pieces instead of the chairs. This "stand" needs to be able to stay in place without additional support, though. Wrap electrical tape around one end of the chopstick, overlapping the tape until it forms a thick mass.  Instead of a chopstick, you could also use a wooden spoon or 12-inch (30.5-cm) wooden dowel. The taped portion of the stick will be the head of your beater. The head should be about 2 to 4 inches (5 to 10 cm) thick. To play the gong, simply strike the bottom, flat side of the roasting pan with the head of your beater.

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Perfora dos agujeros en una bandeja para hornear que ya no uses. Introduce unos limpiapipas en los agujeros. Cuelga los limpiapipas desde un tubo de cartón. Apoya el gong. Envuelve el extremo de un palillo con cinta adhesiva. Toca el gong.


Use a powerful vacuum to clean your carpets, rugs, and furniture. Move your furniture out of the way to clean the areas under and behind it. Vacuuming removes fleas, ticks, flea eggs, and tick eggs, so it’s important not to skip this step.  Vacuum the pillows and cushions on your sofa. If possible, use the vacuum extension to clean the underside of your sofa and other soft furniture. Concentrate on the areas your pets frequent, such as rooms where they play and sleep.  Don't forget to vacuum out your closets, too, especially if they're carpeted. If you think your car may also be infested, give it a thorough vacuuming, too, so that you don't end up carrying fleas and ticks back into the house. Use the hot water cycle to wash your couch cushion covers, blankets, bed linens, and clothes. Use the highest dryer setting to dry them thoroughly and make sure all insects and their eggs are removed.  If you have an item that could be damaged by washing it in hot water, like a wool coat, put it in a plastic bag and seal it. Plan to take it to the dry cleaner to make sure no fleas and ticks are hiding there. Wash camping tents, tarps, and other fabrics that could make a home for fleas and ticks. Use a spray cleaner and a rag to clean window sills, baseboards, and other areas where fleas and ticks might thrive. Focus on the rooms where your pets spend most of their time.

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Aspira tu casa. Lava tus sábanas y ropa. Desinfecta rincones y grietas.


Use a pruner or saw to cut the bamboo down to ground level. Cutting down the main stalks of the bamboo will weaken it, but won't kill it completely. Dig a hole around the stalks of bamboo and sever the underground roots or rhizomes from the main stalk with a pointed shovel. The rhizomes will look like the main bamboo stalk, but will be growing underground. Severing and removing these rhizomes will prevent the bamboo from spreading underground. If you want to completely eradicate the bamboo, you'll have to follow the length of the rhizomes underground and remove them completely. This will stem new bamboo growth.  Clumping bamboo's roots are clumped closely together, which make them easier to remove. Running bamboo will grow underground and can spread at a much quicker rate. Bamboo can be mowed occasionally without killing it, but constant mowing over a long period of time will weaken it enough to prevent future growth. Continue to mow over new growth until the bamboo stops growing. If new stalks come out of the ground, it means that you haven't fully removed the rhizomes.

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Corta el tallo del bambú al nivel del suelo. Cava alrededor del bambú y corta los rizomas. Quita los rizomas existentes que salgan de los tallos. Corta sobre los tallos de bambú nuevos.


Use a reflexology chart or Part One to find the zone that corresponds to the area of your body on which you want to work. Or you can simply work the entire hands, which reflexologists believe helps to promote overall wellness.  For instance, if you suffer from a sinus headache, then you would work on your fingers between the fingertips and the first knuckles since this zone represents the head and sinuses. This area may also help relieve symptoms of sinusitis, although no proven evidence exists.  As another example, if you’re suffering from constipation, you would apply the techniques to the zones corresponding to your intestines, which is at the bottom of the palms straight down from your middle fingers. Place your fully extended thumb on the area you want to focus on. Slide the thumb back slowly while flexing the first thumb knuckle upward. Moving slowly and steadily move the thumb knuckle up and down, walking it over the reflex point. Rest your thumb on the area you wish to manipulate. Maintain a steady touch and rotate your thumb in a circle on the area while slowly increasing pressure. After performing a rotating motion, holding your thumb on the reflex point with medium pressure increases relaxation. Hold for a count of three. If you have chest congestion, for instance, you would isolate the correct zone on each hand (the top of the palm just below the last set of finger knuckles). Then you can use a thumb-walking technique across the zone. Finally, apply the rotating technique to smaller sections of the zone with a hold on the section before moving to the next. As you increase pressure on portions of the hands, you should apply as much pressure as you can without causing yourself (or the person on whom you’re applying reflexology) any pain. The firm pressure will ensure that you trigger the reflex, but the action should never cause pain or discomfort. Reflexologists believe that it is important to stimulate the corresponding zones on both hands when applying the techniques. For instance, do not work...

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Ubica la zona correcta correspondiente. Utiliza técnicas de desplazamiento del pulgar (thumb-walking). Emplea un movimiento de rotación. Aplica presión después de girar. Incluye las diferentes técnicas. Aplica una presión con firmeza sin causarte ningún dolor. Estimula las zonas en ambas manos. Relájate y bebe mucha agua después de la sesión.


Use a roll of duct tape or stuff towels, blankets or sheets under the door and in the cracks of the door to keep the smoke out. Cover all the air vents and heat units to prevent the smoke from entering the room. Provide the exact address of the fire. Tell the emergency response operator how many people are inside the burning house and the exact location. This should include whether you are on the first or second floor and in the back, side or front of the house. Wave something out the window to attract attention or shine a flashlight to alert help. Smoke and heat rise, so be sure everyone stays low.

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Sella la habitación con tu familia y tú mismo adentro cuando no puedas salir de forma segura. Llama al número del servicio de emergencias o directamente a los bomberos. Grita y pide auxilio, si no tienes un teléfono. Quédate en el piso cerca de la ventana hasta que llegue la ayuda.


Use a rubber spatula to scrap the dough on the sides of the bowl down. Lay a clean kitchen towel over the mixing bowl and set the bowl in a warm place. Let the dough rest for 2 to 3 hours. The dough should double in volume once it's finished proving. Sprinkle your work surface with flour. Scoop the dough onto the surface. Use a sharp knife or bench scrape to divide the dough into 2 equal pieces. Divide each of those pieces in half, so you have 4 pieces of dough. Divide each of those pieces into 4 small pieces. You should now have 16 pieces of dough. Try to keep the dough pieces the same size, so they bake evenly. Take one piece of dough and roll it out to a rough oval shape. It should measure about 8 x 4-inches (20 x 10-cm) in size. Get out ¼ cup (57 g) of softened butter. Use a pastry brush to spread some of the softened butter over the entire surface of the oval. Repeat this with each piece of dough. Since the dough will be sticky, you may want to use a bench scraper or spatula to gently scrape up the long end of the oval that's closest to you. Tightly roll the dough into a long, thin cylinder, so the buttered side is completely rolled up. Repeat this with each piece of dough. There are a few ways you can wrap the cylinder into a coil. Take one end of the cylinder and begin wrapping it into a spiral, so you can loosely tuck the other end underneath it. Or you can cross the ends of the cylinder, so they almost form a pretzel shape. Bring one of the ends under and through the center of the coil. Lay a sheet of parchment paper on a baking sheet and set each shaped ensaymada on it. If you'd like to bake the ensaymada in individual molds, you could grease 16 molds and place on ensaymada in each. Place the sheet with the ensaymada in a warm place. Let the ensaymada rest until they double in volume. This should take 30 minutes to 1 hour. Avoid over-proofing the ensaymada or they may shrink a lot when they bake.

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Deja que la masa aumente entre 2 y 3 horas. Extiende la masa con un rodillo y divídela en 16 pedazos. Estira la masa y úntale mantequilla. Enrolla el óvalo hasta convertirlo en un tubo. Retuerce el tubo y forma un rollo. Acomoda las ensaimadas ya formadas en una bandeja. Deja que las ensaimadas crezcan entre 30 minutos a 1 hora.


Use a rule to see how long your strip of sequins is. If you need a specific length, draw the placement onto the garment or fabric using tailor's chalk or an invisible marker. If you want to make a design from the sequin strip, draw it onto the fabric first. This will help you in position the strip accurately when you glue it down. Try to have extra length of sequin strip. This way, you can make sure you won't run out and need to add a second strip which could discontinue the design and look unprofessional. You can always trim away excess sequin strip when you're done. Take a sharp pair of fabric scissors and trim the ends of the strips. Take care not to cut yourself. Fabric scissors will keep you from bending the sequins out of shape. Keep your fingers near the end of the cut strip so that sequins don't fall off. If you ever need half a sequin, use sharp scissors to make a clean cut down the middle. Blunt scissors will bend the sequin rather than cut it. This can be useful to do if you're adding a strip that winds its way around a garment, such as a leotard or a dress. After you pin the strip down, you can glue it down in sections, flattening down as you go and removing pins. When joining strips, be sure to carefully align the ends so that they appear to keep running in a single strip. Using the hot glue gun, run a short line of glue along the back of the sequin strip. Work in small amounts so that it doesn't dry before you can place the sequin strip down. Working in small amounts also gives you more flexibility to move your sequins around.  To keep the strip from sliding, hold the ends in place for about 10 seconds or so before letting go. You may also choose to dab the fabric itself, running the glue across the place you’d like to attach the sequin strip. Use your fingers or tweezers to hold and work with the strip. Carefully press down on the line or design you've made on the garment or fabric. Press the sequin strip in place for about 15 seconds to give it a chance to set.  If glue oozes out from the...

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Mide la longitud de la tira de lentejuelas. Corta los extremos de la tira. Sujeta con unos alfileres la tira primero si las tiras son muy largas. Aplica el pegamento caliente a lo largo de la tira. Presiónala con cuidado. Deja que se seque antes de colocar otra tira.


Use a ruler to draw a  4 cm (1.6 in) line onto your paper to make a base for a triangle. Next, place your ruler perpendicular to the line at the halfway mark and trace a 5 cm (2.0 in) line to make an upside down "T." Then, use your ruler to draw lines connecting the top of the upside down "T" to each side of the base line. Finally, cut out the triangle with a pair of scissors.  For instance, you might use a manila folder, index cards, poster board, cardstock paper, or an old cereal box. Use colorful paper or decorate your cutout to make your wind vane look nice. It's okay if your measurements are estimated. You'll use this triangle as an arrow point. Make your square about 7 cm (2.8 in) long on each side, with your sides roughly even. It’s okay to estimate the measurements, but it’s best to draw your square larger than the triangle. Then, use a pair of scissors to cut out the square, which will be the other end of your arrow. Try cutting out the corner of your paper so 2 sides of your square are already done for you. Use your ruler to measure 7 cm (2.8 in) on 1 side of your paper and draw a line. Then, measure 7 cm (2.8 in) on the bottom of your paper and draw a line that crosses your first line to create a square. Use your scissors to cut out the square. Hold your scissors parallel to the straw. Then cut an even slit through each side so that your arrow pieces will slide onto the ends of the straw. Although they don’t need to be exact, your slits should be about 1 centimetre (0.39 in) long and directly opposite each other so you can stick the paper in them.  The slit should go through both of the side walls on each end of the straw. If you have a drinking straw that bends, cut off the bendy part. Then, cut slits in the remaining straight section. Put the triangle on one end of the straw with the point facing out. Then, slide the square onto the other end. When you’re finished, your straw will look like an arrow. If the triangle and square won’t stay in place, put a dab of glue onto the paper before you slide...

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Dibuja un triángulo en papel grueso y luego recórtalo. Dibuja un cuadrado sobre papel grueso y luego recórtalo. Corta una hendidura de 1 cm (0,39 pulgadas) en cada extremo de una paja para beber. Pega el triángulo y el cuadrado en las ranuras de la paja para crear una flecha. Utiliza un alfiler para atravesar el centro de la paja y el borrador de lápiz. Utiliza un pedazo grande de arcilla blanda como base rápida y sencilla. Escribe las 4 direcciones principales y las 4 intermedias sobre un plato de papel. Empuja la pelota de arcilla en el centro del plato para mantenerla en su lugar. Lleva la veleta al exterior para encontrar la dirección en que sopla el viento.


Use a ruler to help you draw straight lines, and make each box about 3 inches square. This leaves room to write inside the box. Use your ruler to help you measure the correct side lengths of the box. There should now be a row along the top of your paper taken up with three 3” x 3” boxes with 1 inch of space between each. You should have an arrow pointing from the left box to the middle box and then from the middle box to the right box. ” Keep the numbers small, as you will write other information in these boxes. Write the numbers in one of the corners of the boxes, such as the top left corner. You can put an additional small box around the numbers to separate them from the text that will be written in them. You should now have almost identical rows of three boxes along the top and bottom of the page, with approximately 2 inches of space between the top and bottom rows. Therefore, you should draw an arrow to the left from the right box to the middle box and then from the middle box to the left box. ” Remember to keep the numbers small so that you leave room to write in the boxes.  Again, you can draw small boxes around the numbers to separate them from the text that will be written inside them. Write the numbers in the same corner that you chose for the top row so that the chart is consistent. The top row should read “1” to “3” from left to right, and the bottom row should read “4” to “6” from right to left. As someone is reading the flow chart, this tells them that their eyes should jump straight down the right side of the page and not diagonally across it. Flow charts are extremely useful for examining a sequence of events and seeing how one thing leads to another.  Plot events in a story, such as the events leading up to the climax How to do something, in the order of “First, you do this...” and “Next, you do that...” Significant events in a war or historical moment, like the major events of the American Revolution that led to its conclusion

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Coloca el papel de manera horizontal y dibuja un cuadro en la esquina superior izquierda. Deja 2,5 cm (1 pulgada) de espacio al lado derecho del cuadro y luego dibuja otro cuadro idéntico que mida 20 centímetros cuadrados (3 pulgadas cuadradas) en el centro del papel. Mide otros 2,5 cm (1 pulgada) al lado derecho del cuadro del centro y completa la fila superior dibujando un tercer cuadro con las mismas dimensiones de 20 centímetros cuadrados (3 pulgadas cuadradas). Dibuja flechas que apunten de izquierda a derecha en los espacios de 2,5 cm (1 pulgada) que se ubican entre los cuadros. Escribe un "1" sobre el cuadro de la izquierda, un "2" sobre el del medio y un "3" sobre el de la derecha. Desplázate a la parte inferior del papel y dibuja otros tres cuadros de 7x7 cm (3x3 pulgadas) con espacios de 2,5 cm (1 pulgada) entre uno y otro. Dibuja flechas que apunten de derecha a izquierda en los espacios que se ubican entre los cuadros. Escribe un "4" sobre el cuadro de la derecha, un "5" sobre el del medio y un "6" sobre el de la izquierda. Dibuja una flecha vertical que apunte del cuadro 3 hacia el cuadro 4. Rellena los cuadros con información sobre una secuencia de eventos o una línea de tiempo.


Use a ruler to help you keep the line straight, and draw the line from top-to-bottom. It does not matter if your paper is vertical or horizontal; it is your preference based on how much room you would like to have for writing from side-to-side. Use your ruler to measure about ½-1 inch from the top so that you leave room to write headings at the top of each column. The T-chart is used for comparing and contrasting things, so you will write the two things you are comparing in each heading. Examples of things to compare include:  Computers Smartphones Stories People Cities Countries Use bullet points or numbers to organize your list. Keep the details in the correct column.  There is no column or space to write what the two things have in common, like in the Venn diagram above. You will simply list how the two things differ from one another. For example, you might list how the United States is different from Australia. Under the “United States” heading, you would list information such as population size, number of states, the Constitution, and other pertinent information. Then, under the “Australia” heading, you would list the corresponding information about Australia.

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Traza una línea vertical en el centro del papel. Traza una segunda línea de manera horizontal a lo largo del papel de manera que interseque la línea vertical. Escribe un encabezado sobre la parte superior de cada columna, en el espacio pequeño que dejaste entre la parte superior del papel y la línea horizontal. Enumera los detalles que diferencian un elemento del otro.


Use a saw to cut 2 pieces of 9x4x1/2 inch (22.86x10.16x1.27 cm) plywood. These pieces of wood will act as a brace for your drywall. If you cut a hole in your ceiling and you have a metal runner or ceiling beam, then you won't need to create these wooden braces because you can screw directly into the runner or beams instead.  Alternatively, you could cut back the drywall to the center of each of the closest framing members, which would allow you to skip this step. Put the wooden braces that you made out of plywood into the hole and lay it flat over your ceiling, so there is a two inch (5.08 cm) overlap over your hole. Then, screw in two screws through your existing ceiling and into the beam. The screws should be on the top and bottom of each piece of wood. Repeat the process on the other side of the hole. Cutting your replacement drywall two inches longer and wider will leave one inch (2.54 cm) of slack on each side. This is called a hot patch and only recommended to be done on smaller 2-inch x 2-inch (5 cm x 5 cm) patches. Turn over the drywall square and use a ruler to measure 1 inch (2.54 cm) in from each edge of the drywall. Then, use a straight edge to draw vertical and horizontal lines so that it looks like a 1 inch wide (2.54 cm) frame around the drywall piece. This slack will let you blend your replacement drywall in with your ceiling so that it lies flush. With a utility knife, cut through the back layer of paper and the drywall gypsum until you reach the front layer of the drywall. Use the marks that you made on the back of the drywall as a guide while you cut. Then, use a putty knife to carefully peel back the back layer of paper and drywall gypsum, so that the front side facing paper forms a 1 inch (2.54 cm) frame around your drywall patch.  Make sure not to cut too deeply, or you will cut into the front layer of the drywall. You will use the front layer of paper to help blend in your repairs. Your drywall patch can be held in place with lightweight or all-purpose drywall compound. You can purchase...

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Corta dos piezas de madera. Atornilla las abrazaderas de madera en el interior del orificio del techo. Corta un pedazo de panel de yeso que sea 5 cm (2 pulgadas) más ancho y más largo que el agujero. Mide y marca 2,5 cm (1 pulgada) desde el borde de cada lado de la pieza del panel de yeso. Corta a través de la capa posterior del panel de yeso, y deja la capa frontal de papel. Aplica una capa delgada de compuesto para juntas alrededor del orificio. Empuja el panel de yeso de reemplazo en el agujero. Asegura los paneles en los soportes de madera. Coloca el compuesto sobre la superficie del nuevo panel de yeso. Deja que el compuesto de paneles de yeso se seque durante la noche. Mueve el techo y elimina el exceso del compuesto para juntas. Pinta sobre el nuevo parche del panel.


Use a scrub brush to do this. Scrub the mold in a vigorous back and forth motion until all of it is removed. For small crevices, use a toothbrush to scrub the mold. As you scrub, you may need to spray more solution onto the affected areas to clean them thoroughly. Use a clean, dry towel to do this. Wipe until all the debris and mold are removed. Do not rinse the area with water because any remaining borax will help keep your shower clean for a longer period of time. Alternatively, you may use a vacuum to clean away debris and mold. However, make sure to use a HEPA filter; this type of filter can collect and contain mold spores. Use a clean, dry towel to do this. Make sure the areas in your shower that collect and grow mold are thoroughly dried.

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Restriega para quitar el moho. Limpia el área. Seca la ducha.


Use a seeded whole grain bread and chunky peanut butter for a deliciously nutty PB&J. Spread peanut butter-chia mixture and dried blueberries on celery sticks for a lunchtime snack kids will love. Combine peanut butter-chia mixture with soy sauce, lime juice, ginger, brown sugar, and hot sauce to make a Thai-style peanut sauce for a cold noodle side dish. For added nutrition, substitute agave sweetener for  brown sugar and Bragg's Liquid Amino Acid for the soy sauce. Like bean or alfalfa sprouts, chia seeds make delicious sprouts, a wonderful addition for sandwiches or salads. Put chia seeds in water, drain excess water and leave in a jar for a couple days. Every 12 hours or so, rinse with water and pour the water off. In a day or two, the sprouts will be ready to eat. Ground or whole chia seeds are a good substitute for cornstarch when thickening a soup is required. For a simple and nutritious vegetable soup, thicken with chia seeds: You will need:  2 tablespoons olive oil 1 small onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 stalks celery, chopped 1 medium green pepper, chopped 2 medium carrots, chopped 2 cups fresh green beans 2 quarts of chicken, vegetable or beef broth 4 big tomatoes, chopped and peeled 2 ears of corn, just the kernels 1/2 c. chopped Italian parsley 1/8 c. chia seeds or chia seed powder black pepper, to taste salt, to taste lemon juice (optional) red pepper flakes (optional) In the olive oil, sauté the onion, garlic, celery, green pepper, carrots, and green beans over medium heat. After 5-10 minutes, when the vegetables begin to soften, add the tomatoes, broth, corn, and season with salt and pepper. Increase the heat to high and bring to a boil. When it boils, reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes. Then stir in chia seeds to thicken, and add lemon juice and more seasoning to taste. When the soup thickens, serve immediately, topped with parsley. Serves 6. Mix with garlic powder (to taste) and a small amount of flour for a delicious and crunchy addition to your breading. Be careful not to...

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Mezcla las semillas de chía con mantequilla de cacahuate. Haz germinar las semillas de chía y úsalas en ensaladas. Para espesar las sopas agrégales semillas de chía. Úsalas como empanizador para pollo o pescado al horno. Para preparar pastel de carne o albóndigas mézclalas con la carne molida.


Use a serrated knife to cut the onion into thin strips. You could also cut the onion into wedges.  If you prefer a less pungent taste, you could reduce the amount of onion down to half an onion instead of a whole one. Slice both the stem and root ends off the onion. If you notice that the papery skin layers are starting to come off with one of the ends, grab these outer layers and peel them away. If they do not come off as easily, you may need to slide your fingernail beneath these outer layers to loosen them and peel them away. Cut the onion in half from top to bottom, then in half again in the same direction. Make a few slices, starting in the center of each wedge. Do this for each quarter until layered slices are left behind. These layers should break apart naturally when the slices are moved. Use a sharp knife to cut the peppers into 1-inch (2.5-cm) pieces.  Use one green bell pepper and one red bell pepper. Cut into each indentation in the pepper without detaching the slices from the center of the vegetable. Note where the indented sections of the pepper begin on the inside top, near the stem. Begin each slice at this starting point, but do not slice through into the bottom of the stem. Cut straight down from top to bottom, freeing the bottom of each slice but not the top. When all slices are made, use your fingers to gently break them off from the center of the pepper. The seeded part of the pepper, located just below the stem, should not break free. As a result, you should have very few seeds to clean up. Discard this portion and turn your attention back to your strips. Cut each strip into 1-inch (2.5-cm) chunks. You may need to cut larger sections in half lengthwise in order to get the proper size. Cut each cherry tomato in half using a sharp knife. You could also dice a large tomato or use a drained 10-oz (310-ml) can of diced tomatoes.

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Divide la cebolla en tiras. Corta los pimientos en pedazos. Rebana los tomates por la mitad.


Use a sewing needle to weave heavy-duty thread through a series of eight sequins. Create three to four dozen strands.  Push the thread through the same side of each sequin in the strand. Then, repeat the process by knotting the thread and weaving it through the opposite side of each sequin.     The sequins should be flat against the thread when done.     Use gold and silver sequins. You can either create solid strands of gold and solid strands of silver, or you can mix the colors on each strand.     Use light or clear thread for the best results. You could also use metallic thread that matches the color of the sequins.     If you would prefer an asymmetrical look, you can alternate the number of sequins on each strand, varying the length from 6 to 10 sequins.     The exact number of strands you need will depend on how large your chandelier will be and how full you want it to appear.    Create varying strands of clear glass ornaments by tying heavy-duty thread, fishing line, or clear jewelry line to the top wire of each ornament.  Attach the thread to the top wire of the ornament, where the hook would usually go. Knot the thread to hold it in place.     The number of ornaments to a strand should vary from about two to six per strand. Create more strands with two to three on them since these will go around the outer edge.    Use spray paint to paint the frame white.  This is only optional. If you like the current color of the frame, you do not need to paint it.     You could also paint the frame black, gold, or silver. For a brighter, less traditional appearance, you could paint the frame any color that matches the décor of your room.     Only use spray paint that is approved for use on metal.     Make sure that the wide part of the lamp shade frame is large enough to fit over the existing ceiling light base you plan to attach the chandelier to. The frame will be turned upside-down when hung.    Turn the frame upside-down. Tie and knot the sequin strands to the wide part of the frame and the ornament strands to...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Haz cadenas de lentejuelas. Adorna las cadenas. Prepara un marco de metal de una pantalla para lámpara. Pega los adornos y las lentejuelas al marco. Sujeta un listón al marco de metal. Cuelga el candelabro.


Use a sharp chef’s knife or a serrated knife, and use a gentle sawing motion. Discard the ends. Hold the knife handle with your middle, ring and pinky finger, and use your thumb and index finger to hold the blade. The "blade grip," as it's called, offers more control and balance than using every finger to hold the handle. Using a vegetable peeler, peel and discard all of the skin from the squash. With a sharp chef's knife or a serrated knife, cut the top away from the bottom, so that you have one small piece and one large piece. Reserve the bottom for a different recipe, as it’s difficult to spiralize. Laying the squash top on its side (like a rolling pin), cut the top into two equal pieces. This will help the squash fit in the spiralizer. Spiralizers come in different shapes and sizes. Cut your squash to fit your spiralizer. Use the largest setting on your spiralizer and transfer the spiralized squash into a microwave-safe bowl. Add half a cup of water into the bowl, then cover the bowl with microwave-safe plastic wrap. The squash should be able to be pierced with a fork. Drain the water from the bowl. Spiralized butternut squash works as a pasta substitute, a topping for toast, or a standalone side dish.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Corta los extremos de la calabaza. Pela la cáscara y corta la calabaza por la mitad. Corta la parte superior por la mitad. Espiraliza la calabaza y ponla en un tazón. Agrégale agua al tazón y cúbrelo. Cocina la calabaza en el microondas durante 5 minutos. Deja que la calabaza espiralada se enfríe y sírvela.


Use a sharp knife to cut off the stem end of each Piquanté Pepper. Dig out the seeds with a small spoon. Place the Piquanté Peppers in a large mixing bowl after seeding them. Boil 3 or 4 cups (750 or 1000 ml) of water in a kettle, then pour the boiling water over the Piquanté Peppers. Allow the Piquanté Peppers to soak for 10 minutes. After soaking the Piquanté Peppers, pour the contents of the bowl through a colander. Allow the Piquanté Peppers to sit in the colander for another 2 to 4 minutes to ensure that they drain well. Place the mustard seeds, allspice berries, coriander seeds, red pepper flakes, ground ginger, crushed bay leaves, cinnamon sticks, and cloves in a resealable plastic bag. Seal the bag and shake well to combine evenly. You can replace this blend of pickling spices with your own or with a commercially prepared mix, if desired. Combine 1 cup (250 ml) of water with the vinegar, sugar, and pickling spice mix in a large saucepan. Heat on the stove over medium-high until the mixture reaches a boil. Even though distilled white vinegar is recommended, a wine vinegar, malt vinegar, or spirit vinegar would also work. Place the prepared Piquanté Peppers in the boiling pickling liquid. Continue boiling the contents of the saucepan for another 15 minutes.  Boil the Piquanté Peppers uncovered. Stir the contents of the saucepan occasionally to ensure even cooking. Spoon the Piquanté Peppers into prepared canning jars and pour the pickling liquid over them.  Use half-pint (250-ml) or pint (500-ml) jars. Do not use quart (1-L) jars. Leave roughly 1 inch (2.5 cm) of empty headspace at the top of each jar. Stir or poke the contents of each jar with a spoon or skewer to release any trapped air bubbles. If you are using more than one jar, make sure that you distribute the Piquanté Peppers and pickling liquid evenly within both jars. You can process the Piquanté Peppers in a boiling water canner, but a pressure canner is recommended.  For dial gauge pressure canners, process the jars for 35 minutes under 12...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Quita el tallo y las semillas de los pimientos peppadew. Remójalos en agua hirviendo. Combina las especias de encurtido. Hierve el líquido de encurtido. Añade los pimientos peppadew y continúa hirviendo. Traslada los pimientos peppadew y el líquido a frascos limpios. Procesa los pimientos. Guárdalos hasta el momento de su uso.


Use a sharp paring knife to cut an X mark into the round side of each of the chestnuts. Cut all the way through the shell and into the chestnut meat. This is known as scoring the chestnuts. Place the chestnuts into a large glass bowl and pour boiling hot water over them. You will need to completely cover the chestnuts with the water. Leave them to soak for 1 minute and then pour the chestnuts into a colander to drain them. Make sure to wear a pair of oven mitts when you do this since the bowl may be hot! Turn on a burner on your stove and place a cast iron pan onto it. Then, place the chestnuts onto the pan in a single layer. Let them cook for 15 minutes, stirring them every 2 to 3 minutes to prevent them from burning. If your skillet is not large enough to fit all of the chestnuts, then you will need to do this in 2 or 3 batches. After the chestnuts are done, pour them into an open tea towel on your counter. Then fold up the tea towel around the chestnuts like a parcel. Let the chestnuts sit in the tea towel for 10 minutes. Another option is to remove the pan from the heat, place a lid on the skillet, and let the chestnuts cool this way. Once the chestnuts have cooled, begin peeling away the shells using your fingers. Start by peeling the shells away from the chestnuts around the score marks. Remove the shells completely to get at the meat.  Don’t wait longer than 10 minutes to peel the chestnuts or it may be more difficult to remove them from their shells. It is bets to peel them while they are still warm. Cooked and peeled chestnuts will stay fresh in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Marca una “X” en cada castaña. Remójalas en agua caliente por 1 minuto. Tuéstalas 15 minutos en una sartén de hierro fundido a fuego medio alto. Envuélvelas en un paño de cocina y déjalas enfriar 10 minutos. Pélalas después de 10 minutos.


Use a shotgun to hunt rabbits, or, alternatively, a .22 rifle, a pistol, or a bow and arrow. When hunting, be sure to follow licensing and hunting season laws in your area. If you live in a densely populated city, you may not be able to discharge weapons in your yard. Check your local laws to ensure you are able to hunt rabbits on your property. Also, be sure to practice gun safety when hunting. Always keep the barrel of your gun pointed in a safe direction, such as toward the ground, and do not put your finger inside the trigger guard on your gun until you are ready to shoot. Also, treat every weapon as though it were loaded, wear a bright orange vest to keep yourself visible, and always be aware of what is in front of and behind your target.  Gun safety courses may be available in your community. Hunting with an expert may help you with hunting safety and effectiveness at thinning the rabbit population on your property. You may be able to find people who want to hunt on your property if you do not want to do so yourself. The game is often compensation enough, and some hunters may even pay you for allowing them to hunt on your property. Live traps can allow you to capture rabbits and remove them from your property. Traps are available at many stores and online. This is an excellent alternative to shooting rabbits. Bait traps with apples, brussels sprouts, carrots, or lettuce. Monitor the traps regularly and release rabbits as quickly as possible after they are captured. Wear protective gloves when handling traps and releasing the rabbits. Drive the rabbit at least a mile from your property to release to ensure they won't come back. Contact your local animal control officer or parks and recreation department to learn about release laws in your area. Find a pest control company in your area that can deal with your rabbit problem. They can help you confirm that rabbits are responsible for any damage you may have found. They can also help implement techniques for repelling rabbits and protecting property,...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Caza los conejos para controlar el crecimiento de la población. Captura a los conejos vivos. Contrata a un servicio de control de plagas.


Use a shovel to clear an area that is 10 by 100 feet (3.05 by 30.48 meters). Add an extra 40 feet (12.92 meters) at the beginning for your "runway." Make sure that there are no rocks or shells in this 10 by 140-foot (3.05 by 42.67-meter) strip.  For best results, choose something with a slight incline. Walk over the area and pat it down with your hands. This is important. Any sharp shells or rocks can not only cut the plastic but also you. Buy a roll of plastic that is 10 to 12 feet (3.05 to 3.66 meters) wide and 100 feet long (30.48 meters). Make sure that you use thick, heavy-duty plastic, about 6-mil. Don't use the thin kind just because it is cheap; it will rip and tear. You can do this by burying them in sand, about 1 to 2 feet (30.48 to 60.96 centimeters) on each side. You can also drive landscaping anchor pins into the edges instead. Use a hammer to drive the pins into the sand so that they don't stick out. Keep them 5 to 10 feet (1.52 to 3.05 meters) apart. This will lubricate the plastic and make it even easier to glide along it. Use environmentally-friendly soap, if you can, such as unscented castile soap. If you have access to a hose with fresh water, use that if possible. If you don't, grab some buckets and start gathering water from the sea. Pour enough water onto the plastic to make it wet.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Alisa el área para el resbaladero. Desenrolla las láminas de plástico de alta resistencia a lo largo del trayecto despejado. Asegura los bordes con pernos de anclaje para arena. Aplica un poco de jabón líquido a lo largo del resbaladero. Vierte un poco de agua sobre el resbaladero.


Use a skin-type specific moisturizer after you've washed your face. Having properly hydrated skin can help prevent blackheads.  Even if your skin is oily, it may need a moisturizer, choose an oil-free and non-comedogenic product.  Seek the advice of a dermatologist or skincare professional to help assess what type of skin you have. You can buy products specifically formulated for your skin type and needs at most pharmacies and at many retailers, including department stores. Dead skin can clog pores and cause blackheads. Gently exfoliating your skin on a regular basis may help clear dead skin and bacteria and could help prevent blackheads. Do not try to exfoliate active acne or blackhead sites as this will irritate already irritated skin.   Be aware that an exfoliator will only remove surface skin and not penetrate deeply enough to scrub away a blackhead.  Choose a gentle exfoliator with either synthetic or natural beads that are a uniform shape. Harsh scrubs can cause irritation and lead to further blackheads. A soft washcloth can also gently exfoliate your skin. Try adapalene gel (Differin gel), which is a retinoid gel that is available over-the-counter. It can help reduce inflammation and exfoliate the skin. If you have oily skin, use topical product to absorb excess oil. These preparations can not only help remove oil, but also keep bacteria and dead skin that cause blackheads at bay.  You can use an over-the-counter salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide treatment or have your doctor prescribe one for more severe cases.  A weekly clay mask may help absorb excess oil and purify your skin.  You can use oil blotting papers to soak up excess oil on your face.  Be sure to follow your doctor’s or package directions to help ensure that you don’t overuse the product and further irritate your skin. You can purchase most oil absorbing products at pharmacies and some grocery stores. Online cosmetics retailers also offer these products. If you use cosmetics or other types of skincare products such as moisturizer or...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Usa una crema humectante todos los días. Exfóliate la piel regularmente. Absorbe el exceso de oleosidad. Usa productos no comedogénicos e hipoalergénicos. No aprietes los puntos negros. Elimina los puntos negros grandes o recurrentes. Usa prendas holgadas. Mejora tu alimentación. Habla con tu médico o dermatólogo si los puntos negros son recurrentes o preocupantes.


Use a slotted spoon to lift out any meat and veggie chunks, noodles, and rice from thicker soups once the soup has cooked completely. Set these aside in a bowl and cover it. Feel free to leave it at room temperature while you cool and strain the broth.  If you’re making a bone broth, follow the same process to remove and discard the bones. To speed up the separating process, cook the soup with a double-layered pasta pot. Insert the strainer layer before adding your ingredients. Everything will be submerged in the stock while you cook the soup, but you can lift out the inner strainer to remove just the chunky pieces. Allow the stock to drain out into the bottom pot. Remove the stockpot from the heat source and allow the soup to cool down slightly, for about 15 to 30 minutes depending on the quantity of soup. Wait until the soup stops bubbling and steaming, and you see the oils float to the top of the stockpot. They don’t need to completely solidify, but you don’t want them to be boiling hot.  Cooling and straining the broth takes a little extra time. Plan ahead if you’re aiming to have the soup ready by a certain time. Leave the soup uncovered as it cools, but don’t stir it around.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Retira todo vegetal, carne o fideo antes de colar la sopa. Enfría el caldo hasta que las partículas de grasa empiecen a solidificarse.


Use a small amount of water and dab it onto the shoe with a soft cloth or toothbrush. Wipe the shoe clean with a clean, slightly damp cloth for a general, all-over cleaning. Sprinkle some baking soda into a bit of water and stir until it forms a paste. Use a soft cloth or toothbrush to rub it onto the stain in a circular motion and let dry overnight. Wipe away any remaining residue the next morning with a clean cloth. Dip a cotton ball into a bit of calamine lotion and pat all over the pointe shoes, especially on the stained or dirty areas. The lotion will absorb some of the bigger stains. As a bonus, the pink color of the calamine will lend your shoes a clean, consistent color tone. Use a very small amount of water while cleaning your pointe shoes. If over-saturated, the glue will break down and the shoe won't be able to support the foot en pointe.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Mezcla líquido lavavajillas con agua y aplícalo sobre la zapatilla. Haz una pasta de limpieza con bicarbonato de sodio y agua para quitar las manchas. Usa una loción de calamina para quitar y cubrir las manchas. Evita saturar la zapatilla.


Use a small drill bit for this task, with a 1/8” or 3/16” diameter. Be very careful to line up your drill with the center of the coin, so that you don’t butcher the hard work you’ve done tapping the edges out.However, the hole does not need to be perfect—  just make it big enough so that you can fit the rounded needle file into it. Once your file can slide into the coin, put your drill to the side. It’s easier to hold the file steady and move the ring along the file, rather than trying to hold the ring steady and move the large file. Continue doing this as the hole becomes larger and larger, and the bumps and ridges inside the ring begin to smooth out. It will probably take you about half an hour to get your ring as smooth as you’d like. Do this repeatedly as you file down the hole to ensure it’s the correct size. The great thing about making your own ring is making sure it’s the perfect fit. Don’t file away at the hole mindlessly, or you will end up with a ring that slides right off your finger. If you accidentally end up with a ring that is too big, don’t worry. There are plenty of tricks you can use to make it stay on your finger. One thing you can do is to line the inside of the ring with a silicone adhesive. Once it dries, it will fit snugly on your finger.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Perfora un agujero en el centro con un taladro eléctrico. Agranda el agujero con la lima redonda de aguja y empieza a limar el interior. Pruébate el anillo.


Use a small gardening shovel to dig up some of the dirt where you’re planning on installing the edging. If it feels soft in your hands, then you may be able to simply push the edging into the ground. If not, you may need to dig a trench for it. If the soil is relatively soft, use a block of wood to pound your steel or aluminum edging into the ground. If the soil is hard, use a shovel to dig a slim trench where you want your edging to go. Each time you place a new piece into the trench, overlap the previous piece by about 1 foot (0.30 m) so that the edging appears connected.  If you want to create a garden or planter with a straight-edged perimeter, opt for edging that’s made of steel, as it’s very strong. If you’re hoping to create a curvy perimeter, go for treated aluminum edging. Secure the edging by hammering 4–6 inches (10–15 cm) stakes into the ground on the inside and outside of the edging every 2–3 feet (0.61–0.91 m). This should keep the edging strong and stable.  To make installation easier, get metal edging that comes with anchors or slots for staking. Water all around your edging once it is in place.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Comprueba la suavidad de la tierra. Inserta bordes de acero o aluminio de 5 a 8 cm (2 a 3 pulgadas) en la tierra. Clava estacas de metal con un martillo en el suelo, en cualquier lado del borde.


Use a small, square cotton scarf, because it will be more secure than a silk scarf.  Lay the scarf out in a diamond. Bring 2 diagonal ends together to form a triangle. Roll the longer end of the scarf downward, until you reach the point of the triangle. Loop it around your head, just behind the ears. For a more noticeable hair accessory, tie it twice to 1 side of your head. For a subtler look, knot it at the bottom under your hair. Take a rectangular silk scarf for this style.  Fold it in half lengthwise if it is wide. Place the center of the scarf on your forehead below your hairline. Pull the remaining silk down over the back of your head. Tie the ends just below your neck. Tie it a second time to secure it well. Let the ends hang loose down your back. Loop the ends forward and tie them on top to make a turban. Gather your hair together. If your hair is hard to contain, then use hair elastic to form a low or high ponytail. Gather the scarf together horizontally. Wrap either end around your ponytail and pull tight. Wrap a second time to secure it even better.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Dobla una diadema. Haz un turbante. Crea un soporte de cola de caballo.


Use a soft brush attachment to protect the fabric while cleaning. Pay close attention to gaps, corners, nooks, and crannies. Dirt and debris often accumulate in these places.  Using wet cleaning measure before vacuuming can cause loose dirt and debris to become ingrained in the fabric, making it more difficult to clean. Removing loose debris from your furniture will make it easier to find and remove stains. Light stains often hide underneath thin layers of dust. Some furniture may be damaged by certain cleaners or methods of cleaning. Check the tag on your furniture to learn which cleaners and methods to avoid. In the event your tag is damaged or lost, look up this information online.  For example, when cleaning leather furniture, you should avoid using water. Use steam cleaners or specially formulated leather cleaning solutions instead. Abbreviations on the furniture tag, called “cleaning codes,” indicate how to safely clean dirty furniture. The most common of these are: W: clean with a water based cleaner. S:  use a waterless cleaner, like a dry cleaning solvent. WS: use either a water based cleaner or a waterless product. X: vacuum and brush the furniture, but only use a professional service otherwise. Some stains, like those from coffee, red wine, and blood, may require special treatment to remove. If you do not know the source of the stain, examine its shape and color to try and determine its cause. Before cleaning stains generally accepted as difficult to remove, like coffee, red wine, and blood, look up the proper cleaning procedure online to prevent yourself from accidentally ingraining it in the fabric.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Aspira los muebles para evitar que la suciedad y los residuos se impregnen. Verifica las recomendaciones de seguridad para limpiar los muebles. Inspecciona las manchas si fuera necesario.


Use a soft rag and a small amount of hardwood floor cleaner to clean the scratched area of the floor.  This will remove any small dirt and dust particles, and ensure that you are working with a clean surface. Wipe down the scratched area with a damp rag moistened with water. This will remove the cleanser, further sanitizing the workspace. Allow the damped area to totally dry before moving on. Rub a wax stick over the scratched area to fill in the scratch. If needed, use a plastic tipped putty knife to force the wax down into the scratch. Wood wax can be clear, but they also come in common wood shades like honey, and different shades of brown. Allow the wood wax to dry and harden for at least 10 minutes. Wood wax sticks can be found at home department store, paint stores, or local hardware stores. Leave the wax alone for a day or two before you buff it or add any finishes or sealer to the area. Use a clean, soft cloth to rub back and forth over the scratched area, and buff the wax. Buffing the wax will smooth the scratched area, remove excess wax, and restore shine to the floor.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Limpia el área rayada. Enjuaga el área rayada. Rellena el rayón. Deja que la cera se asiente y se seque. Pule el rayón.


Use a spark plug socket to remove the spark plugs in your engine and look them over to diagnose problems that may exist.  Remove each plug and inspect them for specific types of damage that may indicate what’s keeping the engine from starting.  Tan or grey metal plugs are in good working order. Black or burnt plugs indicate that there is too much fuel going into the engine. Blisters or boiling on the plug indicates that the engine was severely overheated. If the spark plugs appear to be fouled out, you will need to address the issue that caused them to foul in order to make the engine run properly.  Once done, replace the damaged spark plugs with new ones.  Make sure to gap new spark plugs properly for your application. You can find the appropriate gap to put into the plug in the service manual for your vehicle. Ensure each of the spark plug wires is securely fastened to the spark plug and to the ignition coil.  You can also use an ohm meter to conduct a spark plug resistance test to ensure the plug wires are transmitting sufficient electricity to the spark plugs to ignite the air and fuel mixture within the engine.  Look for signs of damage such as fraying or cracks in the spark plug wires. Replace any damaged spark plug wires even if they are not what’s keeping the engine from starting. Although unlikely, if all of your ignition coils fail to function it will prevent the engine from starting.  Test your ignition coils by removing a spark plug and connecting it again to its plug wire.  Touch the metal from the plug to a piece of metal in the engine bay and have a friend turn the key in the ignition.  If the coil is functioning properly, you will see a blue spark come from the plug. Test each ignition coil in your engine.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Revisa las bujías en busca de indicios de daño. Reemplaza las bujías si es necesario. Verifica los cables del enchufe. Prueba las bobinas de arranque.


Use a spatula to make sure you get all of the batter into the pan. Place the pan into the heated oven, making sure to note the time that you put it in. If you chose to heat your pan in the oven but notice that it has gotten cool, stick it back in the oven for another couple of minutes before removing it and pouring the batter in. Keep in mind that every oven is different so you will want to keep an eye on your cornbread to make sure that it doesn’t burn. The cornbread will be ready when the top becomes a crisp golden-brown. To make sure that the center is cooked all the way through, insert a toothpick into the center of the cornbread. If it comes out clean (no batter clings to it), your cornbread is done. Place your cornbread on a stovetop or potholder and let it cool for five to ten minutes. Once it has cooled, use a serrated knife to cut the cornbread into pieces. The serrated knife works to cut the cornbread without making it crumble and fall apart.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Vierte la mezcla en el molde de tu preferencia. Hornea el pan de maíz durante 15-20 minutos. Saca el pan de maíz del horno. Terminado.


Use a special nail trimmer to trim the skin around the cuticle. But be careful – too rough and you'll cause the cuticle to bleed. You could also use a cuticle remover gel. This is a liquid that should just be left on the skin for a few seconds. It eats away at the dead skin, making it easier to come off. It's good for callouses, too. Be sure to time this right. You don't want to go so fast that you cut their skin and cause injury, but you don't want to go slow the other hand starts wrinkling. After a few minutes you may wish to take the other hand out of the water, pat it dry, and go back to finishing the first hand. Use a rubber cuticle pusher and gently push the cuticles back. This will make the nails appear longer and cleaner. Make sure all the loose skin is removed and give both hands a once-over. Some people like to moisturize the cuticles after this stage. If you do this, just be sure you wipe off any residue with nail polish remover before you begin painting the nails. File the nails how your friend would like them. Curved? Square? Somewhere in between? Make sure they're uniform in length, too. Ask your friend what they like and go from there.  Be sure to file in one direction to keep the nail as strong as possible. Be sure to take your time; get too hasty and you'll end up making it shorter than intended – and then you'll have to shorten the rest, too. An emery board (a nail file) with a grit of 240 is a good place to start if you're unsure.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Corta las cutículas. Empuja las cutículas hacia atrás. Lima las uñas.


Use a sponge and hot soapy water to scrub the wok. Rinse the wok and dry it with a clean cloth. Set the wok on the stove over high heat until the wok starts smoking. Taking care not to burn yourself, turn the wok so that all of it is exposed to the high heat. Dip a paper towel in oil and hold it between a pair of tongs. Rub the oiled towel over the wok. Uncoated carbon steel woks usually come with a light coating of oil to protect it from tarnishing or rusting. Scrubbing the wok will remove this coating before you're ready to use it.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Lava y acondiciona el wok antes de usarlo por primera vez.


Use a sponge or cloth and wash the wok in hot, soapy water to remove machine oil, dirt, dust, and other grime. Rinse the wok under hot water. Pat it dry with a towel, and set it aside to air dry while you prepare your ingredients. Before you season the wok, it’s a good idea to ventilate your space. You'll be heating the wok to a high temperature, and it may let off smoke and fumes. Open a couple windows, and turn on your range fan or a standing fan. Turn the heat on your stove burner to high and place the wok on the heat. Wait for 30 seconds, and then start dripping small amounts of water into the wok. When the wok is ready, the water will evaporate almost immediately on contact. Some newer woks don’t allow the water to evaporate. If that’s the case with your wok, just preheat the wok for one minute. Remove the wok from the heat and pour in the oil. Use the handles to hold the wok, and swirl the wok gently to distribute the oil evenly over its inside surface. Return the wok to the heat. The best types of oils or fats for wok seasoning include peanut, canola, grapeseed, palm, and lard. Add the ginger and scallions to the wok and turn the heat down to medium. Cook the vegetables for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring regularly. As the scallions and ginger cook, use the back of a spoon to mash them against the sides of the wok so they release their flavors. You can add another tablespoon (15 ml) of oil if the vegetables start to dry out during cooking. As the wok heats up, the metal may start to become light brownish-yellow, possibly with some shades of blue and black. When this happens, remove the wok from the heat. If your wok doesn’t change color at all during the cooking process, remove it from the heat after 20 minutes. Not all woks will change color. Remove the scallion and ginger from the wok and set it aside to cool. You can either discard the vegetables, or throw them into a soup or other savory dish.  When the wok is cool enough to touch, rinse it under hot water and clean it with a sponge or cloth. Do not use...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Lávalo y sécalo. Precalienta el wok. Añade aceite al wok. Baja el fuego para cocinar los vegetales. Cuando el wok cambie de color, retíralo del fuego. Deja enfriar el wok y luego enjuágalo y sécalo. Repite el procedimiento.


Use a spoon or dull knife to carefully scrape and remove any large pieces of lipstick from the carpet. Try to avoid pushing the pieces further into the carpet. Lipstick stains attach to the carpet fibers with grease, so you will need a cleaning product that dissolves grease or oils. Most all-purpose stain removers will work, as will dry cleaning fluid. However, these may discolor your carpet. Apply the cleaning product to an inconspicuous corner of the carpet first and let sit five minutes before blotting dry with a clean cloth. If the discoloration is severe, you may wish to find another product.  Dry cleaning fluid is especially likely to discolor your carpet.  If you do not have any stain removers or dry cleaning fluid, see the section on alternate cleaning solutions for other products or homemade mixtures you may have access to. Apply the cleaning product to a clean sponge or cloth. Press repeatedly over the stain, switching to a clean side if the cloth becomes heavily stained. Avoid rubbing, which may work the lipstick further into the carpet fibers or spread it to a wider area. Depending on the cleaning product, lipstick, and freshness of the stain, this step may remove the lipstick on its own.  Alternatively, you may spray the cleaning product onto your carpet and let sit five minutes before blotting. This may be more effective at removing the stain, but has a greater risk of discoloring your carpet. Even if the stain is removed, skip to the end of this section for instructions on cleaning up traces of the solvent. If most of the stain has been removed, launder or rinse out the sponge or cloth, then apply more of the same cleaning product and blot. Two or three attempts may be enough to remove the stain, although you should stop and choose another product in the alternate cleaning solutions method if you see no major improvements. Whatever product you used, wash your carpet afterward to remove traces of cleaning product that could discolor your carpet or damage its fibers. Hand wash the area with a...

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Saca pedazos grandes de lápiz labial. Pon a prueba un producto de limpieza en una esquina de tu alfombra. Elimina la mancha con el producto de limpieza. Repítelo si ves buenos resultados. Lava a mano el producto de limpieza y restos de la mancha. Enjuaga y seca el área.


Use a spreadsheet to track your expenses for one month.  Separate your expenses into three categories: fixed needs, variable needs and wants.  Fixed needs are necessary expenses that remain the same month after month.  These include rent or your phone bill. Variable needs are necessary expenses that may fluctuate from month to month.  These include gas for your car and food. Wants are nonessential expenses.  These are things you could do without if you had to.  These include take out coffee, cable and entertainment. Unexpected expenses happen to everyone.  You don’t want to have to go into debt to cover repairs on your car or a medical bill.  Save a little every month into a rainy day fun.  Pay this fund before you purchase nonessential items.  For example, if it’s a choice between saving in your emergency fund or going to the movies, opt to save until you have enough put aside. Get in the habit of recording your expenses each day.  This will help you to build self-control.  It will also reduce stress because you won’t be surprised by your checking account balance at the end of the month.  Record all of your expenses in a notebook.  Or, use an envelope system.  Keep your budgeted amount for each category in a separate envelope.  If you know how to use Excel and you have it installed on your computer, use one of their free budgeting templates.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Categoriza tus gastos. Ahorra un fondo de emergencias. Emplea herramientas para hacer seguimiento a tus gastos.


Use a stick of butter or vegetable oil spray to spray the inside of each compartment of a 12-muffin pan. If you prefer to use paper or aluminum muffin wrappers, place one wrapper into each insert of the pan.  Greasing the pan ensures that the muffins won’t stick to the pan after they’ve baked. Using muffin wrappers lets you skip the process of greasing the pan and ensures that the muffins will come out of the pan easily after they’ve baked. Carefully pour or spoon the muffin batter into each insert of the muffin tin until about two-thirds full. Try to distribute the batter equally so that each muffin is about the same size.  Smooth the tops of the batter with a spoon if they’re uneven on top. You can also hold the muffin tin in each hand and shake it gently side to side to make sure that the batter lays flat in each insert. If you wish, sprinkle some chocolate chips and sparkling sugar on top of each compartment of batter. This will give the top of each muffin more texture and sweetness. You can skip this step if you want a more consistent texture for your muffins. Put the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 18-22 minutes. After 18 minutes, poke one muffin with a toothpick. If it comes out clean, take out the muffins. If not, keep checking every minute until the toothpick comes out completely clean.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Engrasa el molde para hornear muffins o coloca pirotines dentro de los compartimentos. Vierte la masa dentro de los moldes para hornear muffins. Coloca más chispas de chocolate y rocía azúcar sobre la parte superior. Hornea los muffins durante 18 a 22 minutos.


Use a stovetop kettle, saucepan, microwave, or electric hot pot.  If heating water in a kettle or saucepan, fill it with enough water and set it to a boil on the stove using medium to high heat. To microwave water, place the water in a microwave-safe dish with a wooden chopstick or other non-metallic utensil. Heat in 1 or 2 minute intervals. Fill an electric hot pot with as much water as necessary and plug it in. Set the heat to medium or high and let boil. Let the coffee steep for 3 to 4 minutes.  If you prefer stronger coffee, you could steep it for 4 to 5 minutes. For weaker coffee, steep it for 2 to 3 minutes. No stirring is needed during this time.

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Use a strong plastic or wood hanger to air dry your garment. Never use a wire hanger, or you’ll risk leaving an imprint on the fabric. Fasten any and all buttons, zippers, or ties to help ensure the garment holds its shape and dries without wrinkling.    Make sure any wood hangers you use won’t leave any dye or stain residue on your garment. Avoid drying in direct sunlight, or you’ll risk discoloration or fading.  Do not dry silk on a radiator or any other heat source. Avoid using an iron to remove wrinkles from silk fibers. Hanging a silk garment overnight should remove most wrinkles. If absolutely necessary, you can consider using an iron on its silk or lowest possible setting to remove persistent wrinkles.  Before using an iron, try hanging the silk item in the bathroom while you take a hot shower to release lingering wrinkles. Close the door and keep any vents off so the shower produces as much steam as possible. If you do use an iron, don’t wet a wrinkled spot, as this could cause rings or increase the risk of puckering or burning the fabric. Turn the garment inside out before you use the iron.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Cuelga la prenda de seda a la intemperie para que se seque. Deshazte de las arrugas.


Use a strong spray attachment to remove leaves, dirt and other debris. It is important to clean it to see which areas of the shed have rust. Dirt will hold in moisture and increase rust, so take time when washing your shed. Use a sponge with a soft and abrasive side and then rinse well. This type of rust appears quickly after the metal surface is wet. It will damage the metal if not treated immediately. Wash it and apply some paint thinner with a rag to remove any flash rust spots. Use a putty knife to apply the auto body filler and swipe it until it is almost even with the shed's metal surface. Allow it to dry completely. There are a number of methods that can be used. Choose depending upon available materials and the quantity of rust.  Buy a wire brush attachment for your power drill, if you have rust patches, instead of rust all over the shed.     Employ a belt sander and orbital sander to remove rust on many surfaces and corners. Use fine grit sandpaper so that you do not damage the integrity of weakened surfaces. Most people who are repainting metal sheds will need to do some sanding. Although you can sand by hand, it will save time by using power tools.     Rent a hand held sandblaster for big jobs. This device uses compressed air to blow fine sand over the surface of the shed. It has the same effect of sanding, but is very efficient. Make sure to lay drop cloths over plants and objects. Sandblasting is extremely effective for metal scroll work and smaller, hard to reach surfaces, as well as long flat surfaces.     Use a combination of any of the above methods according to what is the most effective. Remember that areas with auto body filler will also need to be sanded to ensure the paint will stick to the surface.    This will remove sand and dirt particles that have accumulated. Allow it to dry completely before starting to paint. If it is a manageable size, dry it with some rags to decrease the likelihood of flash rust.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Rocía tu plancha con una manguera. Lava la superficie con una mezcla de agua y un detergente fuerte. Aplica un disolvente de pintura sobre un trapo para quitar el óxido. Lija el área alrededor de cualquier orificio con lija de grado 80 o de grado 120. Rellena los orificios con masilla para carrocerías. Quita el óxido de la plancha. Lava la superficie de la plancha nuevamente con agua y detergente.


Use a tail comb to create a deep side part. Make sure your part is straight and even. Then, run your fingers from the tops of your ears back until they meet each other at the back of your head. Clip the hair above your fingers out of the way so you can concentrate on the bottom of your hair. To keep the bottom of your hair secured so it looks like you have a short hairstyle, braid the bottom section tightly and use bobby pins to secure it to your scalp. You want this bottom section to be as flat as possible so the top layers of your hair can cover it. Divide the top portion of your hair into two sections, one on either side of the part. Use clips to secure one side while you work on the other side. Then, working on the side that’s not clipped up, divide your hair into two sections, one on the top and one on the bottom. Hold the top section out of the way with a hair clip. Use a 1-inch (2.54-cm) curling iron to curl half-inch (1.27-cm) sections of your hair. Clamp the curling iron in the middle of the hair shaft and roll it vertically twice. Gently and slowly release the clamp enough so that you can slide the curling iron down toward the ends of your hair, then roll it up to your scalp. Hold the curling iron in place for a few seconds then release the clamp and remove the barrel. Divide the top section of  your hair into half-inch (1.27-cm) sections and curl each piece vertically toward your face. Use the same method as before, but simply rotate the iron in the opposite direction. On the other side, curl the bottom section away from your face and the top section toward your face. Make sure you stick with half-inch (1.27-cm) sections so that each side is even. To turn your tight curls into a 1920s-style wave, run a comb through your hair. Gently comb through each section you curled, but be careful not to snag the back part of your hair that is braided and pinned to your scalp. Use long section clips to make your waves more uniform. Place a clip in the dip of each wave, so that the bend sticks out. Spray a...

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Crea una raya lateral profunda, luego levanta la mitad superior del cabello. Trenza la sección inferior del cabello y sujétala con una pinza. Divide el cabello restante en 4 partes. Riza secciones de 1 cm (media pulgada) de la porción inferior lejos de la cara. Riza secciones de 1 cm (media pulgada) de la porción superior hacia la cara. Repite en el otro lado. Peina el cabello. Usa pinzas para definir los dobleces de los rizos, luego aplica laca. Péinate el cabello hacia abajo y sujeta las puntas con horquillas.


Use a tape measure and draw 2 marks on the left and right ends of the drywall. You should have a total of 4 marks on each wall. These lines will dictate where you will place your wooden planks for the frame. A completed wall frame looks like a grid made of wooden boards. Hold a level against your insulation and draw a straight line across the entire length of the wall, horizontally. Slide the level along the side of the wall and draw the line gradually until you've connected the 2 marks on the top of your wall. Repeat this process on the bottom of your walls so that you have a total of 2 horizontal lines running across your drywall. Measure the distance in between the top and bottom lines that you drew. Divide that number by 2 to get the exact center of the lines. Measure down from the top line and draw a straight horizontal line in between the bottom and top lines on your wall. For instance, if your bottom and top mark are 8 feet (2.4 m) away from each other, you'd measure 4 feet (1.2 m) down from the top mark and draw a line across your wall. Measure the distance in between the center line and top line. Divide this number by 2 and draw a line in the exact middle of the lines. Repeat the process between the middle line and bottom line. Your wall should now have a total of 5 horizontal lines running across the insulation. Line the bottom edge of a 1x3-inch (2.5 cm × 7.6 cm) board with the top of the bottom-most line you drew and have someone hold it in place. If you are using boards that are shorter than the width of your walls, you'll have to line up multiple boards so that they span across the entire width of the wall. The first pilot hole should go into the end of the board. Use a 3⁄16-inch (0.48 cm) masonry bit and a hammer drill to create a hole through the center of the board, insulation, and concrete wall. Then, drill an additional pilot hole every 16–20 inches (41–51 cm) apart down the length of the board. This will set up your board so that you can secure it to the wall. Spring spikes don't have a...

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Mide y marca 8 cm (3 pulgadas) desde las partes superior e inferior de la pared. Dibuja una línea recta entre las marcas. Dibuja otra línea en el centro de las marcas superior e inferior. Dibuja 2 líneas más entre las líneas restantes. Mantén un tablero de 25 mm × 8 cm (1x3 pulgadas) sobre la parte superior de la línea inferior. Perfora agujeros piloto de 13 cm (5 pulgadas) de profundidad en los tableros. Utiliza un martillo para colocar escarpias de 10 cm (4 pulgadas) de largo en los agujeros piloto. Adjunta tableros al resto de las líneas. Dibuja una línea en el centro de la pared de manera vertical. Atornilla un tablero vertical en el centro de la pared. Atornilla los tableros a 40 cm (16 pulgadas) de distancia desde la parte central. Enmarca todas las paredes del sótano.


Use a tape measure and mark 7 inches (18 cm), down, from the top of the door frame and 11 inches (28 cm) up from the bottom of the doorframe. If you already have hinges installed on your shed, you can skip this step. Screw in 1.5 inches (3.8 cm) lag screws into the holes on the hinge and into the frame itself. This should secure the hinges to your shed. Have a friend help you hold the door in place. Use a level to make sure that the door is straight, then open the hinge so that it rests over the surface of your door. Make sure that there is a 12 millimetres (0.47 in) gap in between the door and the shed’s door frame so that the door can properly open. While your friend continues to the hold the door in place, use a screwdriver to drive 1.5 inches (3.8 cm) lag screws through the holes in the top hinge and into the door. Then, repeat the process with the bottom hinge. Make sure that the screws are tight and the door feels secured to the shed’s door frame. You should now have a door that can open and close on your shed. If the door is getting stuck on the frame when you try to open it, you may have to sand down the edges of the door with a 36 to 100 grit sandpaper to slightly reduce the door’s size.

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Mide y marca el lugar donde las bisagras estarán instaladas en el cobertizo. Atornilla las bisagras al cobertizo con tirafondos de 38 mm (1,5 pulgadas). Alinea la puerta con el marco de la puerta. Atornilla las bisagras a la puerta. Abre y cierra la puerta para probar su funcionamiento.


Use a tape measure or ruler to measure from the tip of the drill bit. Wrap a piece of tape around the bit at this measurement. This will help you know how deep you are drilling. Hammer drills are loud and drilling into concrete will send concrete dust and debris into the air. To stay safe, wear a pair of protective glasses and insert earplugs. If you're drilling multiple holes, you should also get a face mask or respirator for the dust. You may also want to get a pair of cushioned gloves to protect your hands from the vibration of the hammer drill. Put your drill into hammer mode by flipping the switch on the side of the tool. Hold the hammer drill perpendicular to the concrete and press the bit against the concrete. Once it's in the correct position, pull the trigger while applying pressure on the back of the drill. Pulse your finger on the trigger at 5-second intervals until you've drilled up to the tape that you wrapped around the bit. Read the instructions if you can't figure out how to put your hammer drill into hammer mode. Use a compressed air can or a vacuum cleaner to work out debris and dust in the hole. Fasteners will grip better to clean holes, and there will be a lot of concrete dust after you've drilled the hole.  You can also move a wire brush in and out of the hole to remove any leftover debris. Use a shop-vac when lifting concrete dust, not a household vacuum cleaner.

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Envuelve un trozo de cinta adhesiva a aproximadamente 1,3 cm (media pulgada) desde la punta de la broca. Usa el equipo de seguridad adecuado. Taladra en el concreto. Limpia el polvo del agujero.


Use a tape measure to carefully record the length and width of the opening. Order this size so the panels will be made slightly smaller, fitting perfectly in the doorway. The panels will be about 1⁄4 in (6.4 mm) smaller than the opening. At a home improvement store, purchase some rubber weather stripping. Lay the panel flat on a workbench. The stripping is shaped like a tube, and you can fit the edge of the door panel in the tube's groove. Any of the panels can be used as the lower panel. Pick one, but remember that the one with the weather stripping is the one that needs to be placed first. Place 1 bracket on each side of the door over the weather stripping. When the brackets appear level with the door's edges, secure them to the panel with lag screws and a cordless screwdriver. Have a friend help you pick up and move the heavy panel to the doorway. Position the panel in the center of the doorway, then hold a level over the panel to make sure it's level. Use shims to adjust the panel as needed. Shims are small wood strips you can slide under the door panel to even out the sides. Purchase packs at a home improvement store. Start by installing a hinge in each of the panel's upper corners. Screw them in place with more lag screws. Center another hinge on this top edge and screw it in place. The rollers have metal rods that you slide into the holes on the hinges and brackets. Set 1 roller in both of the brackets as well as both side hinges. Pick a side to focus on first. Get the bottom piece of the track and work it onto the wheels. It'll have an indentation that the wheels fit into cleanly. Once you have the wheels in place, line up the track against the door frame. Make sure there's a little bit of space between the track and door frame so the door doesn't create friction later. Find the track's brackets, then use lag screws to secure the track directly to the door frame.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Mide el vano de la puerta del garaje antes de comprar los paneles. Coloca un sellapuertas por toda la base del panel de la puerta. Coloca los soportes sobre las esquinas inferiores del panel. Coloca el panel centrado en relación al vano de la puerta. Atornilla las bisagras en la parte superior del panel. Introduce las ruedas a las bisagras y a los soportes. Encaja los rieles en las ruedas. Atornilla el riel al marco de la puerta.


Use a tape measure to get an accurate measurement. When you’re finished, write the number down somewhere — you’ll need it to find the right size piece of plywood for your attic fan to be installed on. You’re going to be mounting the plywood on the 2 studs, so it needs to be able to reach both of them. Look for plywood that's around 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) thick. For example, if the studs are 2 feet (0.61 m) apart, you’d need a piece of plywood that’s at least 2 feet (0.61 m) wide. Don’t include the fan’s mounting bracket in the circle you draw. Make sure the circle isn’t bigger than the actual fan or the fan won’t mount properly in the plywood. Check the box your attic fan came in to see if the manufacturer included a pre-cut circle that’s the same size as the fan’s body. If they did, you can trace that instead. A reciprocating saw is a handheld power saw with a blade that rapidly moves in and out of objects as it cuts them. To cut out the circle, drill a pilot hole in the center of the circle so you have a starting point for the saw. Then, carefully follow along the circle with the saw until it’s completely cut out from the plywood. Dispose of the plywood circle once it’s cut out. Lay the plywood on a flat surface and line the fan up over the hole you cut out. Drill the screws that came with the fan through the screw holes on the fan’s mounting bracket and into the plywood. When you’re finished, the fan should be securely mounted on the piece of plywood. When you position the plywood and fan over the vent, the back of the fan should be facing you and the front of the fan should be facing toward the vent. Center the fan over the vent before you nail the plywood to the studs. Once the fan is centered, nail the plywood into the studs to secure the fan over the vent. It might be helpful to have someone holding the fan while you hammer in the plywood. The thermostat is the box that’s connected to the fan by a wire. You’ll use the thermostat to control the fan. To mount the thermostat, insert the screws that came with...

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Mide la distancia entre los pernos en el lado izquierdo y derecho del respiradero. Encuentra una pieza de madera contrachapada que sea al menos tan ancha como la distancia entre los pernos. Traza el cuerpo circular de tu ventilador de ático en el centro de la madera contrachapada. Usa una sierra recíproca para cortar el círculo que trazaste. Monta el ventilador del ático en la madera contrachapada para que quede centrado sobre el orificio. Clava el contrachapado en los pernos a cada lado del respiradero a 2 aguas. Monta el termostato del ventilador en un perno cercano. Sigue las instrucciones del fabricante para conectar el ventilador en el ático.


Use a tape measure to measure the length and height of your fence, then multiply these numbers together to get the surface of your fence. Measure the length of your fence and the height, and multiply these numbers together to get the surface area. Multiply the surface area by 2 if you're treating both sides of the fence. Oil-based stains penetrate the cell walls of wood and stabilize their surfaces much better than water-based acrylics. A stain that's semitransparent will have enough pigment to protect wood from UV rays, but not enough to conceal the wood's natural beauty.  Semitransparent oil stains are the most commonly used stains for cedar and can be found at your local hardware store. The can or container of stain will list how much surface area the product covers. Solid stains hold up the longest out of the three main types of stains. They also hide the wood grain much like paint does. Solid finishes may also build up a film after several coats, which can peel, crack, and chip like paint. Another option you have is to use clear sealer on your entire fence. Clear sealers show off all the natural grain of wood.  If you use a clear sealer, your fence may turn gray over time. You may also have to treat a clear sealed cedar fence more frequently.

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Mide la superficie de la valla. Compra una pintura con base de aceite semitransparente para un tratamiento de madera básico. Elige una pintura de madera sólida si prefieres un acabado parecido a la pintura. En vez de eso, usa un sellador claro para dejar ver todos los detalles del grano de la madera.


Use a tarp or a drop cloth to cover the ground beneath the window to protect the floor from the paint stripper. Put on rubber gloves, goggles, and a respirator before you start working. If you can, open some windows or run a fan to help keep the room as well-ventilated as possible while you work. Choose a stripper that is made specifically for metal and read the manufacturer’s instructions before you begin using it. Some products will have longer curing times than others, which might affect your decision. Never use a plastic or styrofoam container for the stripper, as it could actually eat through the material and leak all over your floor. Use a disposable paint brush so that you can just discard it once you’re done working. Apply as thick of a coat of the stripper as you can without having it drip down the frame. Leave the stripper alone to do its work, which usually takes about 20 to 30 minutes. As the stripper starts to work, the paint will start to bubble up and peel off of the metal frame. Use a paint scraper or a nylon brush or scrubbing pad to chip away the peeling paint. If there is more dried paint underneath the first layer, reapply the stripper and repeat the scraping process as many times as needed until the metal is exposed. For hard to reach crevices, use a wire brush. Mineral spirits are often used as a paint thinner, so it’s a great product to use to remove any remaining bits and flecks of paint. Simply dampen a clean rag with the spirits and wipe down the frame from top to bottom. You can buy mineral spirits at your local home improvement store. Dip a clean rag into water and thoroughly wipe down the window frame to remove any remnants of paint thinner or mineral spirits. After that, take a clean, dry rag and dry off the frame completely. Once that is done, you’re ready to repaint or refinish your metal window frame however you please!

TL;DR in Spanish:

Coloca una lona y utiliza un equipo de protección. Vierte el decapante en un cubo de vidrio o metal para que sea más fácil de acceder. Aplica el decapante sobre el marco de la ventana de metal y deja que se asiente. Retira la mayor cantidad posible de pintura. Aplica aguarrás para limpiar el marco de la ventana. Enjuaga el marco de la ventana y luego sécalo con un trapo limpio.


Use a thermometer or look up your location's current outdoor temperature on a weather prediction website. You can measure this in degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius, but read the next step carefully so you know which unit to use for wind speed. Wind chill is undefined for temperatures above 50ºF (10ºC). If the temperature is higher, wind doesn't have much effect on apparent temperature. You can find wind speed estimates for your area on most weather prediction websites, or by searching for "wind speed + (the name of your town)" online. If you have an anemometer or make one using the instructions below, you can measure the wind speed yourself. If your temperature measurement used ºF, use the wind speed measurement in miles per hour (mph). If you used ºC, use kilometers per hour (km/h) instead. If necessary, use this website to convert from knots to km/h.  If you're using an official wind speed measurement taken at 33 ft (10 m), multiply it by 0.75 to get a rough estimate of the wind speed at 5 ft (1.5 m), a typical height for a human face.  Wind below 3 mph (4.8 km/h) does not have a significant wind chill effect. There have been several wind chill formulas over the years and in different regions, but we'll use the one currently used by the UK, US, and Canada, created by an international team of researchers. Plug in your numbers to the formula below, replacing T with the temperature and V with the wind speed:  If using ºF and mph: Wind chill temperature = 35.74 + 0.6215T - 35.75V0.16 + 0.4275TV0.16  If using ºC and km/h: Wind chill temperature = 13.12 + 0.6215T - 11.37V0.16 + 0.3965TV0.16 Bright sunshine can raise the apparent temperature by as much as +10 to +18ºF (+5.6 to +10ºC). There's no official formula to measure this effect, but be aware that sunlight will make the air seem warmer than the wind chill formula suggests. Wind chill is an invented concept that describes how wind increases heat loss on exposed skin. In extreme conditions, this can be a major factor in how soon frostbite sets in. At a wind chill...

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Mide la temperatura T. Averigua o mide la velocidad del viento V. Ingresa estos valores en la fórmula. Ten en cuenta la luz solar. Entiende la sensación térmica.


Use a thick brush to paint a branch on a long piece of paper. Dip the bottom of the bottle into pink paint, and then use it to stamp cherry blossom patterns around the branch. Paint a few black or pink dots in the middle of each blossom. The best bottle to use for this project has 5 to 6 nubs or bumps on the bottom. These will make the petals. Cut the bottom half of a 2 liter (0.53 US gal) soda bottle off. Use hot glue to stick on a bottle cap for a large, funny nose, and two googly eyes. Fill the bottle with soil and dampen it with water. Sprinkle the dirt with some fast-growing grass seed. Cut the bottom part off of several 2 liter (0.53 US gal) bottles. Decorate the outside with some paint, colored paper, or stickers. Fill each cup with some nuts, crackers, or candy, and use it for your next party. Cut the bottom 1 ½ inch (3.81 centimeters) off of two water bottles using a craft knife. Discard the top part and keep the bottom. Find a zipper that can wrap all the way around the bottle. Put a line of hot glue around the inside rim of one of the bottles. Press the fabric part of the zipper against the glue. The zipper pull should be on the outside of the bottle, and the teeth should be lined up with the rim. Open the zipper, then place a line of hot glue around the inside rim of the other bottle. Press the other side of the zipper against the glue. Wait until the glue hardens, then close the zipper. You have just made a little zipper coin purse. You can make a pencil case by cutting the top part off of one bottle, and the bottom 1 ½ inch (3.81 centimeters) off of another. You will end up with a short bottle bottom, and a long bottle bottom. Use these instead to make a pencil case. Fill a small terracotta flowerpot with soil. Dampen the soil and make a small hole in the center. Drop a few seeds into the hole and cover it with more soil. Cut a 2 liter (0.53 US gal) bottle in half, and discard the bottom half. Take the cap off, and place the top domed part over the flower pot. The bottle with either sit right on...

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Utiliza el fondo de una botella de refresco de 2 litros para estampar cerezos en flor japoneses sobre una hoja grande de papel. Haz un Chia Pet con una botella de 2 litros. Convierte varias botellas de 2 litros en tazones para bocaditos. Convierte dos botellas de plástico en un monedero con cremallera. Haz un invernadero para una planta. Convierte una botella de plástico en un comedero para pájaros. Usa tapas de botellas para hacer un mosaico.


Use a tomato paste that contains as few additional ingredients as possible. You can also use a 12-ounce (360 milliliter) can of tomato paste to create more juice, but you will also need to double the amount of water you use. Dispose of any unused juice after a week.

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Abre una lata de pasta de tomate de 180 ml (6 onzas). Almacena el jugo en el refrigerador hasta que esté listo para servir.


Use a toothpick or similar implement, such as a paperclip. Tap the debris out after each pass. A pipe cleaner (a Q-Tips also works well) has small bristles attached to a bendable rod, making it easier to get through the nooks and crannies of various pipes. If you cup your hand around the faucet and the bowl (or mouthpiece), it will increase the pressure along with the speed of the water flowing through it.   Isopropyl alcohol, or rubbing alcohol, is a solvent, meaning that is dissolves other compounds. And as far as other solvents are concern, rubbing alcohol is relatively safe and evaporates quickly. Make sure there isn't any remaining alcohol left in the pipe. Wipe off the outside of the pipe and place it somewhere to air-dry, preferably where there is sunlight.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Quita cualquier residuo o resina del tazón. Pasa un limpia pipas por todo el tubo varias veces. Deja que pase agua por el tubo en ambas direcciones. Vuelve a pasar un limpia pipas por todo el tubo varias veces. Deja que pase agua por el tubo de nuevo. Sumerge toda la pieza en alcohol isopropyl por varias horas. Pasa agua por el tubo. Deja que toda la pipa se seque.


Use a towel to dry it off before beginning the coloring process. You may even want to wait for an hour or two to allow your hair to get mostly dry. Divide your hair into its original sections. Tie off the ends with elastic bands or hair clips to make your dying job a bit easier. Use at least 2-3 sections, or as many more as you need to feel comfortable. Again, use non-metallic clips to avoid reactions with the dying chemicals. Gloves generally come with a dye kit but if they don’t, you can simply use normal rubber, vinyl, or latex gloves. Remember that it is very important to wear gloves when dyeing or bleaching your hair. If you do not, you will end up dyeing or bleaching your hands as well. Most box hair dyes require a bit of measuring and mixing, so follow the instructions and prepare your dye. Make sure that you mix your dye in a well ventilated area. Follow the application instructions that came with your hair dye to properly add it to your hair.  If you’re dying your hair with a traditional ombre (lighter ends), then apply the hair dye to all the bleached sections of hair and just a bit further up your strands as well. If you’re doing a reverse ombre, add the color just up to the color fade line, and then a second heavier coat near the tips (similar to the bleach application). Make sure that you coat all of the hair that you want to dye. Inspect your strands to check for any spots you may have missed. As with bleach, even saturation with dye is very important. Follow the box instructions to be determine how long you should leave the dye in your hair. Wait the recommended amount of time for your hair dye to set. Since your hair has been bleached, you probably won’t need to leave the dye in for more than ten minutes. Keeping your gloves on, rinse out the dye with warm water. Then, wash your hair with a sulfate-free shampoo. Bleaching/coloring your hair can be very damaging, so take the time to use a deep conditioner to help add some moisture back into your locks. With your hair being a tad fried from the...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Asegúrate de que tu cabello esté seco. Divide tu cabello en secciones una vez más. Ponte guantes. Prepara el color. Aplica el color. Deja que repose el tinte. Lava el tinte. Seca y peina tu cabello como lo hagas habitualmente.