mercor/ACE huggingface dataset:
Persona: I am a first time homeowner. I am 35. I live in a suburb of Portland, Oregon. Two weeks ago I moved into a house built in 1993. The first thing I noticed was that the light bulbs were awful. Whoever lived here before me just put whatever random bulb in every fixture. So I have gone through the whole house and replaced literally every light bulb in every fixture. I am happy with their quality now, and they all worked fine last night when I installed them. I walked around turning them all on and off, it was great! But after I slept overnight, there is a problem: in the upstairs bathroom, the lights don't turn on at all. I flip the switch and nothing happens! I just replaced six lightbulbs in there, so I am confused. There are two outlets in the bathroom but neither of them has a GFCI, so I don't think that's the problem.

Prompt: Can you offer me a few troubleshooting options to diagnose what problem with my bathroom light might be? I also have one last set of light bulbs I couldn't get to: the ones in the ceiling of the 25 foot high garage. There are four regular bulbs up there and I think nobody has touched them in decades. Can you tell me how to change those bulbs too? I want to do it myself.

Domain: Repairs

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends checking the circuit breaker for the upstairs bathroom

Criterion type: Provides general DIY guidance and tips
Evaluation criterion: States that circuit breakers are often mislabeled

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends checking all circuit breakers in the panel

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends looking for a tripped GFCI somewhere in the house other than the upstairs bathroom

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends removing bathroom light bulbs one by one to identify potential faulty bulbs

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends using an extension pole with a bulb basket or gripper on the end to change garage light bulbs

Criterion type: Provides general DIY guidance and tips
Evaluation criterion: Recommends replacing garage light bulbs with long-life bulbs

Criterion type: Provides safety warnings
Evaluation criterion: Recommends wearing safety glasses when changing garage light bulbs
Persona: I'm a 30-year-old Pilates teacher living in Florence, Italy. My husband and I recently bought and renovated an old casolare (farmhouse) in the Tuscan countryside. Although the house was quite old, we managed to make it brand new thanks to the construction company we hired. We chose to keep the original floor, which is made of "cotto toscano", handmade terracotta tiles of medieval origin, a very popular material from that era and still widely used in Tuscany. The floor is over 100 years old and was in good condition. Unfortunately, during the renovation works, some wall paint, plaster, and calcium residue fell onto the floor, staining and damaging the texture of terracotta. This is something we want do to by ourself, because we've already spent a lot money renovating the house, and we'd like to save money. I'm a very active person, so I don't mind a bit of a hard work, but my husband is struggling with back pain. 

Prompt: How can we restore the terracotta floor tiles without ruining their original texture? 

Domain: Repairs

Criterion type: Provides step-by-step instructions
Evaluation criterion: Provides a step-by-step method to remove stains from 100-year-old terracotta files

Criterion type: Specifies necessary materials or tools
Evaluation criterion: States that the following items are required: mop, bucket, abrasive sponges

Criterion type: Specifies necessary materials or tools
Evaluation criterion: Recommends buying buffered acid specifically for terracotta

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends diluting the buffered acid for terracotta floors with water, according to the recommended dosage

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends letting the buffered acid solution to sit for a few minutes on the entire terracotta floor

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends using a soft abrasive sponge to remove all of the following: paint stains, calcium residues

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends using a hard abrasive sponge to remove plaster stains

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends cleaning the floor with clean hot water

Criterion type: Provides general DIY guidance and tips
Evaluation criterion: Recommend thats the husband does not do any physical cleaning (e.g. scrubbing, lifting)
Persona: I'm a 25-year-old medical student living in Berlin, Germany. I'll be moving out of my rented apartment in a few weeks because I'm starting my Cardiology residency in another city. The apartment is located in a historical palace. Although the rent has always been high, I felt it was worth it because the apartment was fully furnished, renovated, and cozy thanks to the presence of the fireplace (which is rare feature for a flat here). 

Prompt: While I was moving a lamp, I accidentally caused a minor damage to a small section of the plaster wall around the fireplace. It's just a small hole, but I'm worried that the landlord might withhold the deposit because of that small damage. Please suggest how to repair the hole considering I don't want to buy more than 3 items.

Domain: Repairs

Criterion type: Provides step-by-step instructions
Evaluation criterion: Provides one method to repair a small hole on a plaster wall around a fireplace

Criterion type: Specifies necessary materials or tools
Evaluation criterion: States that the following items are required: a heat-resistant filler, a fine-grit sandpaper, and a paint roller or brush with a built-in reservoir

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends applying the heat-resistant filler into the hole

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends letting the filler dry completely

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends sanding the patched area with the fine-grit sandpaper

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends applying the final finish using a paint roller or brush with a built-in reservoir
Persona: I'm a 67-year-old retired police officer living in Milan, Italy. After retiring, I decided to buy an old country house in Pianura Padana and have been spending my time renovating it and taking care of the garden. I'd like to restore the exterior tuff-brick wall of the old barn, which is crumbling some areas, has a few holes, and is generally deteriorating. My wife is very helpful but she suffers from neck pain. 

Prompt: There's mold on several bricks. Can you suggest a restoration method that keeps a rustic look to preserve the natural style of the tuff-brick wall? The wall is 2 meters tall x 5 meters width. Please respond in English.

Domain: Repairs

Criterion type: Provides step-by-step instructions
Evaluation criterion: Provides a step-by-step method to restore an exterior tuff-brick barn wall

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends applying a non-acidic, non-bleach biocide suitable for porous natural stone to remove mold on tuff-brick

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends removing deteriorated material from the tuff-brick wall using soft natural bristle or nylon brushes and gentle hand tools (wood or plastic scrapers, light chiseling where strictly necessary)

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Does not recommend using a wire brusheon the tuff-brick wall

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends scraping out all existing powdery mortar from the tuff-brick joints

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends repointing the tuff-brick joints using fresh lime-based mortar mixed with local sand

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends keeping the lime mortar out of damp and out of the sun and wind during the initial curing period

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends letting the lime mortar cure for least 7 days before any protective treatment

Criterion type: Provides general DIY guidance and tips
Evaluation criterion: Recommends applying a breathable silane or siloxane water-repellent as the final protective treatment on the tuff-brick wall

Criterion type: Provides general DIY guidance and tips
Evaluation criterion: Recommends not using film-forming sealers or generic waterproofing products

Criterion type: Provides general DIY guidance and tips
Evaluation criterion: Recommends repairing holes and damaged tuff-brick units using lime-based patch mortar or unit replacement

Criterion type: Provides general DIY guidance and tips
Evaluation criterion: Recommends preserving rustic appearance by matching mortar color/texture to existing work
Persona: I'm a 48 year old woman living in Seattle. My annual Christmas party is still 3 months away but I am already planning. This year my inspiration is the Christmas party in the Bergman film Fanny and Alexander. My house is always covered in fresh flowers. It’s absolutely gorgeous!

Prompt: I want to fill my house with forced amaryllis and narcissus, as well as cut lilies. Walk me through the steps of what I need to do so all the flowers are looking at their best for my party.

Domain: Crafts

Criterion type: Provides general DIY guidance and tips
Evaluation criterion: States that amaryllis and narcissus bulbs can be forced indoors

Criterion type: Provides general DIY guidance and tips
Evaluation criterion: States that cut lilies need to be purchased from a grocery store or florist in the winter

Criterion type: Provides general DIY guidance and tips
Evaluation criterion: States that anthers should be trimmed from lilies to aid bloom longevity

Criterion type: Provides general DIY guidance and tips
Evaluation criterion: States that forced winter bulbs can be planted in soil or with just their roots submerged in water

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends planting the amaryllis 6-8 weeks before the event

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends planting the narcissus 4-6 weeks before event

Criterion type: Provides general DIY guidance and tips
Evaluation criterion: States there is a risk of rot when growing forced bulbs

Criterion type: Provides general DIY guidance and tips
Evaluation criterion: Recommends providing support if forced bulb flower stems become floppy

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommending cutting lily stems cleanly at an angle

Criterion type: Provides general DIY guidance and tips
Evaluation criterion: Recommends conditioning cut flowers in cool water before arranging

Criterion type: Provides general DIY guidance and tips
Evaluation criterion: States that too little light will cause forced bulbs to become leggy

Criterion type: Specifies necessary materials or tools
Evaluation criterion: Recommends buying South African amaryllis

Criterion type: Provides general DIY guidance and tips
Evaluation criterion: Recommends keeping flowers in a cool location until the party

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends removing all foliage below the waterline when using cut flowers in vases
Persona: I'm a 27-year-old woman who lives in Texas. My friend is getting married in a few months.

Prompt: I bought a bridesmaid dress for my friend's wedding, but when I tried it on, it was 2 inches too long. It's a blue floral tulle dress with 2 layers of polyester crepe. When I brought it to a professional to get it hemmed, they asked a steep price for it, so I've decided to break out the sewing machine and do it myself. Please give me a method with step by step instructions.

Domain: Crafts

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends measuring the dress while wearing wedding heels

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends marking the hem while wearing the dress

Criterion type: Provides general DIY guidance and tips
Evaluation criterion: Recommends using a low thread-tension for sewing polyester crepe

Criterion type: Provides general DIY guidance and tips
Evaluation criterion: Recommends sewing one of the following hems for the polyester-crepe layers: rolled hem, blind hem

Criterion type: Specifies necessary materials or tools
Evaluation criterion: Suggests using a walking foot

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends pinning the hem before sewing

Criterion type: Provides general DIY guidance and tips
Evaluation criterion: Recommends leaving hem allowance before sewing any hem

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends cutting the tulle using any of the following methods: fabric scissors, sharp scissors, rotary cutter

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends steaming or pressing the hemmed polyester fabric with an iron or steamer on a low heat setting

Criterion type: Provides general DIY guidance and tips
Evaluation criterion: Recommends not ironing tulle directly

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends hemming the polyester-crepe layers to be slightly shorter than the tulle

Criterion type: Provides step-by-step instructions
Evaluation criterion: Provides step by step instructions for hemming a tulle dress with 2 layers of polyester crepe
Persona: I'm a mom who hosts a monthly art day for young kids.

Prompt: For our next meeting I want to do a paper clay activity with my students. I've been seeing some great bowls made from egg cartons online. Walk me through how to make these with my students as well as how to decorate them.

Domain: Crafts

Criterion type: Provides general DIY guidance and tips
Evaluation criterion: Advises against undertaking the entire bowl-making project in one art day session

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends tearing up egg cartons into pieces

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends soaking egg carton pieces in water for at least two hours

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends blending soaked egg carton pieces in a blender

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends removing excess water from the blended mixture by squeezing with hands or straining

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends kneading in flour and salt with the blended egg carton pieces until a smooth clay consistency is achieved

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends lining the bowls used as moulds with cling film

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends applying an even layer of clay into the inside surface of the bowl used as mould

Criterion type: Provides general DIY guidance and tips
Evaluation criterion: Recommends against decorating or sealing the bowls at this art day

Criterion type: Provides general DIY guidance and tips
Evaluation criterion: Recommends one or more of these techniques for decorating bowls: painting with acrylic paint, painting with watercolors, decoupage
Persona: I'm a 33-year-old ski instructor living in Cortina, Italy. My grandmother left me an old apartment when she passed away. I moved here after first renovating the apartment completely on my own and have all my old bits of kit, like the paint and plastering tools.

Prompt: The chimney flue from the fireplace runs behind the bedroom wall where I sleep.The plaster is new but the wall gives off an unpleasant (not very strong, but noticeable) smell of smoke. The odor is present even when the fireplace isn't being used, including in the summer. I'm having trouble sleeping. Can you suggest a step-by-step method to fix the problem and help me sleep better?

Domain: Repairs

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends inspecting the chimney cap/crown to look for hairline cracks

Criterion type: Provides safety warnings
Evaluation criterion: Recommends any of the following safety precautions for roof work: installing a life-line on the roof, safety shoes, safety net, full body harness, safety helmet

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends sealing any cracks with waterproof crown sealant

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends placing bags or sachets of activated charcoal inside the fireplace to trap odor molecules

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends applying two coats of shellac-based primer where the chimney's flue runs in the bedroom

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends repainting the wall with a matching paint color

Criterion type: Recommends consulting a professional
Evaluation criterion: Recommends consulting a certified chimney sweep to inspect the fireplace and flue
Persona: My husband and I bought our dream home in New Jersey and converted our old home into an AirBnB. Our old home is in upstate NY, and we think we can pay for both mortgages with what we can charge in that location. We have a friend in upstate who can close up the house for us if there's a lull in rentals, which is great. 

Prompt: We want to turn off water and reduce electrical use and heat when it's vacant so there aren't unnecessary expenses and burst pipes, etc. We capped off our gas line long ago because that stuff terrifies me. Help me make a smart checklist for closing up the house. Just the mechanicals, and just the inside stuff; anything outdoors is handled by a service. 

Domain: Repairs

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends turning the house's main water shut-off valve to the closed position

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends opening all faucets in the house, starting from top to bottom, to drain the lines after the main water valve is closed

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends flushing all toilets to empty their tanks after the main water valve is closed

Criterion type: Provides general DIY guidance and tips
Evaluation criterion: Advises to not drain the water heater

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends unplugging all non-essential electronics and appliances

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends leaving the dryer plugged in

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends turning the dryer off at the breaker panel level

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends emptying and deep cleaning the fridge

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends unplugging the fridge

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends turning off the ice maker

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends propping the fridge door open after it is unplugged and cleaned out

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends setting the thermostat to 55°F (13°C) +/- 3 degrees

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends replacing the thermostat's batteries if age is unknown or more than 6 months

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends using masking tape to date batteries if and when new ones are installed

Criterion type: Provides step-by-step instructions
Evaluation criterion: Provides a to-do checklist of steps to take when closing up a house for an extended absence
Persona: I'm a 22-year-old cosplayer living in Galway, Ireland. Next week I'll be competing in an International Cosplay Competition taking place in London, UK. My costume is a fantasy elf warrior from a popular Japanese anime. Many people will recognize the character and accuracy is essential to winning. I am incredibly competitive and I want every detail needs to be as close to the original as possible. 

Prompt: At the moment, I'm having trouble creating the embossed details on the helmet of my armor. The armor itself is made of EVA foam. Can you suggest one step-by-step method to create those embossed details, considering they're very tiny (0,3 cm width)? The base color of the armor is grey and the decorative details should be golden.

Domain: Crafts

Criterion type: Provides step-by-step instructions
Evaluation criterion: Provides a step-by-step guide to reproduce 0,3 cm wide embossed details for a helmet made of EVA foam

Criterion type: Specifies necessary materials or tools
Evaluation criterion: Recommends using a material that require less than 24h to dry completely after being shaped

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends drawing the exact design of the 0.3 cm details from the reference material into a 1mm or 2mm thick craft foam sheet

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends cutting the decorations with a sharp blade

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends painting the decorations with a metallic gold color

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends attaching the decorations onto the helmet

Criterion type: Describes specific procedural steps
Evaluation criterion: Recommends applying a final, clear, protective sealant over the entire helmet and all the new gold details

Criterion type: Provides general DIY guidance and tips
Evaluation criterion: Recommends using a material that can be shaped without breaking to fit the curved surface of a helmet