Problem: Article: After hilling your plants for the first time, the potato tubers will keep trying to grow their way to the top. You should wait until the potato plants should grow another 8-12 inches (20-31cm) before you consider hilling them again. Using straw for the second hilling will make the potatoes much easier to harvest; you won't have to dig through more than a foot of dirt to find your potatoes. Using small handfuls at a time, fill the area around the plants with a thick bed of straw. You want the straw to be packed as tightly as possible, completely covering any exposed potatoes. If your potatoes are planted in a raised bed, you can add straw until you've filled the whole bed. Really any soil will do, all you're looking to do is fill up any holes left by your straw bed. Don't worry about trying to pack the dirt into the straw. As you sprinkle it on, the dirt will fill any open spaces. This will help protect the potatoes from the sun even more. After adding dirt, water the straw bed thoroughly.
Summary: Wait a few weeks after the first hilling. Work small handfuls of straw around the plants. Sprinkle soil on the straw.

Problem: Article: Using a microfiber cloth is a great way to clean your Ugg slippers on a regular basis. Simply run the microfiber cloth across the surface of the slippers, being careful not to press too hard to fray the suede or sheepskin material. Depending on how often you wear your Ugg slippers, you should do this approximately once every two weeks. Use a suede brush to gently brush the Ugg slippers about once every week or so. Brushing your slippers regularly will help clean off any existing dust and dirt, while also preventing them from getting dirtier over time. Gently stroke the suede all over the entire slippers. Try to move in the same direction all the way around to avoid making any irregularities in the fabric. Spray a small amount of cleaning solution on a sponge. You can purchase one directly from UGG like the UGG Sheepskin Cleaner and Conditioner or use another product that works for suede or sheepskin material. Use the sponge to gently dab at the surface of the slippers and clean away and dirt or other residue. After cleaning, be sure to let the slippers dry completely before wearing them again. You should let them dry for at least 24 hours in a cool place out of direct sunlight.
Summary: Wipe with a microfiber cloth. Brush the slippers. Use a cleaning spray.

Problem: Article: Tropical fish in particular require certain climate control to keep them comfortable and healthy. Look into the temperatures necessary to keep your fish happy and decide on a heating setup if you need one. The size of heater you need will depend upon the size of tank you have. Check the heater packaging to make sure you are getting a heater that is appropriate for your tank size. Even if you do not require a heater for your aquarium, use a thermometer to ensure the climate inside the aquarium is stable. Proper lighting is necessary to ensure that your fish and any plant life in your aquarium are healthy. Pick a lighting setup that will work to give you the aesthetic you want while maintaining a healthy aquarium. Standard and compact fluorescent light bulbs are common, easy to replace, and favored by beginners and experienced hobbyists. Metal halides are preferable for large aquarium systems. LED light systems are increasingly more common, but can be variable in the amount of photosynthetically active radiation that they put out. Check with a local aquarium store to find the right LED setup for your aquarium. The right substrate will depend on what types of fish you have, as well as whether you have live plants or reef components in your aquarium. Choose a substrate that will support all the fish and plant life in your aquarium. Gravel and sand are common aquarium substrates and are advisable for fish-only aquariums with no living plant life. Aragonite and crushed corals provide a useful substrate for reef aquariums and marine life aquariums that include crustaceans and bottom-feeders. Vermiculite and laterite are nutrient-rich substrates that will help a planted tank grow and thrive. Some form of vegetation or hiding space should be made available to the fish. Decide if you want live or synthetic plants in your aquarium, and consider other functional decorations that may provide stimulation for the fish. Whether using live or synthetic plants, opt for plants that resemble those found in your fish's natural habitats. This helps encourage healthy biological behavior. If you choose to use live plants, make sure the plants you get are compatible with your aquarium setup. Check the plant tags for lighting, temperature, and water pH requirements. A hood provides necessary protection for your aquarium, and may help hide some components such as lighting and filtration. Find a hood to fit the physical dimensions of your tank. Often, you can find tanks that come with the hood as a part of the package at local pet stores and specialty aquarium stores. Check to make sure that your hood can physically accommodate your lighting, filtration, and other aquarium components and still close properly. If you have an acrylic tank, a stand is necessary. Even with a glass aquarium, you may want a stand to bring the aquarium up to eye level and keep it safe within the space. Find a stand that meets your needs. If you have an external filtration system, the stand will often serve to conceal the filter components. Stands come in a variety of sizes and styles to fit different aquariums and aesthetics. Check local aquarium stores and look online to see what is available to you.
Summary: Decide if you need heating. Choose your lighting. Pick a substrate. Select plants. Find a hood. Select a stand.

Problem: Article: Logs should be processed into lumber as soon as possible to prevent the ends from drying and the wood from rotting. While the ideal thickness for lumber is 1 inch (2.5cm), you may saw your logs into lumber that is between inch to 2 inches (5.1cm) in thickness. If you are processing the wood yourself, make an effort to achieve uniform length and thickness. If you are unable to saw your own logs, find a sawmill to do the job for you. You may wish to cut your wood slightly oversized to account for shrinkage. The ends of lumber cure faster than the rest of the wood. To ensure that your wood cures evenly, it is best to seal the ends immediately after sawing the logs into lumber. You may coat each end of the wood in a commercial end sealer, paraffin wax, polyurethane shellac, or latex paint. Build up a thick layer of the sealer of your choice to prevent moisture from escaping out of the ends. When air-drying your wood, the curing time is determined by a simple formula. Allow 1 year of drying time per 1 inch (2.5cm) of thickness. This formula only provides a rough estimate. It does not account for all variables, such as the weather and the location of the woodpile. For example, if a piece of wood is 1 inch thick, it would take 1 year to properly cure the lumber.
Summary:
Process the wood. Seal the ends of the lumber. Determine its cure time.