Problem: How to measure stair stringers
Determine the overall height of the stairs.
Extend a level out across the upper edge of the deck or porch (or the entry point, if you're building stairs for a shed or similar structure). Stretch your tape measure from the bottom of the board to the ground. OPTIONS:
- Note that using a tape measure on stairs is a common-instinct in the engineering world where experienced construction workers are always willing to stand if needed. Measure the length of each stair at the height of the slope (not the upper edge, if it has greater stairs).
- Make sure your tape measure is also at least 38 in (41 cm) from the bottom edge (for a shed or similar structure). You can also use great gauge tape which can be purchased at a hardware or home improvement store.
- This will tell you exactly how high the new stairs will reach. The stringers are the notched, sloping boards that will go on either side of the stairs to hold the steps and support the weight that's placed on them.
- How high you get depends on the roof of your house. If you're building stairs for a shed, it should be at least about a meter high.

Answer: This will tell you exactly how high the new stairs will reach. The stringers are the notched, sloping boards that will go on either side of the stairs to hold the steps and support the weight that's placed on them.

Problem: How to get blood out of cotton
Turn the water on to the coldest possible setting.
Let it run for a few minutes, especially if it is a hot day, so that the water can cool down some more.
Hold the fabric taut between your hands. OPTIONS:
- Do not touch the stitching with your fingers. Use an ice pack to provide some relief.
- The finger position helps to prevent the fabric from shifting or slipping. It would be a good idea to use something like a measuring tape (or permanent marker) to hold it taut between your hands, so that it doesn't shift around or loosen.
- Gently grip the garment, keeping your fingers to either side of the stain, and pull. The fabric should be stretched out, like the top of a drum.
- Grab as little of the fabric as possible to avoid dripping or burning your fingers. If possible, leave the water running longer to ensure that the water slowly subsides.

Answer: Gently grip the garment, keeping your fingers to either side of the stain, and pull. The fabric should be stretched out, like the top of a drum.

Problem: How to hang a wreath on a storm door
Buy a suction cup hook with a sufficient weight rating.
Clear, flexible suction cups with metal hooks attached are easy to find online or at many home goods retailers. Before buying, though, check the packaging for a maximum recommended hanging weight. OPTIONS:
- If you have a very lightweight wreath-one made primarily of plastic or fabric, for instance-any decent suction cup hook will probably do. For bigger wreaths, though, weigh them before suction cup shopping.
- Set your own weights to match the hooks that you use in this project. Your hook should also be sturdy enough to hold your wreath up on a windowsill with a hinge at one end.
- Don't use a suction cup hook to hang a storm door. It might get damaged along with the door.
- Suction cups that are less than 22 psi can cause problems with wiring, and will likely cost more than those that are close to that weight. Drill up on a tip-to-a-hole repair kit and see which year it would take to fix the problem.
Answer: If you have a very lightweight wreath-one made primarily of plastic or fabric, for instance-any decent suction cup hook will probably do. For bigger wreaths, though, weigh them before suction cup shopping.