Article: If you plan to install a front loading washer and dryer underneath the countertops (as opposed to taking out a section of cabinetry), be sure your counters are high enough and deep enough to accomodate the appliances. Think about how you can rearrange the items in your cabinets to make space for the appliances. Consider the layout of your kitchen and where it would make the most sense to remove cabinets and/or drawers to make room if necessary. The good news is that kitchens already have plumbing, so you'll just need to plan to install your washer near the existing supply lines. To avoid the risk of fire, most dryers will need to be installed in a space where it can use an existing vent or window to get rid of the exhaust. If installing the dryer on an exterior wall is not an option, consider purchasing a ventless dryer. These dryers are more compact and will definitely fit under your countertops, but the downside is that they may take longer to dry your clothes. After unhinging drawers and cabinets and removing all slides and tracks from the cabinetry, use a jigsaw or circular saw to remove the rest of the wood and finish carving out the space. A wood blade will cut the wood if you are just removing extra wooden pieces to install your washer and dryer underneath the existing counter, as well as cut laminate countertops if you are completely removing a section of the counter. Be sure to wear proper protective gear like safety glasses and gloves. It may be a good idea to have a plumber or electrician make all of your connections to ensure it is done properly. If you have the proper experience, you can make the connections yourself. Do a test run on the appliances you are installing to make sure all cycles are working properly and there are no issues, like leaks, before sliding them into place.
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Measure your counter space to determine if you have room to install appliances. Locate your water connections if you are installing a washing machine. Choose an exterior wall for proper ventilation if you are installing a dryer. Remove sliding drawers and cabinets to make room for the appliances. Connect your appliances and run a test cycle.
Article: When shopping for sweet potatoes remember that they can be called both "sweet potatoes" and "yams." Usually those called "yams" are the variety that have bright orange flesh. These are sweet when cooked. Those usually called "sweet potato," which are white on the inside, are a starchier variety that has light yellow flesh. Covington sweet potatoes, with their bright orange flesh and sweetness when cooked, are a great choice for roasting whole. The white variety of sweet potatoes are great in stews and soups, applications where sweetness is not of central concern. Use a small scrub brush to remove any dirt from the surface. Be sure to also remove any spots on the sweet potato that have gone bad with a small paring knife. If you have access to a good reliable non stick baking tray or metal casserole style pan, these are ideal. Sweet potatoes contain a lot of sugar and water, so they're likely to stick to unlined trays. Sweet potatoes can stand up to a variety of temperatures, so if you are cooking something else, go ahead and put the potatoes in at a different temperature, just make sure to adjust your cooking time. If cooking at 350F, roast for about an hour. Check on the potatoes after about 45 minutes. Puncture the surface of the sweet potato with a fork. If it punctures easily, your sweet potato is done. Roasted whole sweet potatoes can be served just like a baked russet potato, simply sliced open with a pat of butter and salt and pepper. You can also peel the skins off (once they've cooled a bit) and mash them up with any number of seasonings. In order to amp up the sweetness of mashed sweet potatoes, try adding just a touch of brown sugar and cinnamon, along with a pat of butter. This will make your mashed sweet potatoes into a delectable and snazzy side dish.
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Buy sweet potatoes. Wash the sweet potatoes. Select your roasting tray and cover it in foil. Preheat the oven to 350F (about 180C). Place sweet potatoes on your roasting tray and put in the oven. Remove the sweet potatoes from oven and serve.
Article: Take a deep breath. Don't take the other person's anger personally. Instead, focus on keeping an emotional distance from them. Keep that intention in mind as this person acts out in anger. Avoid becoming agitated, raising your voice, or fighting with the person. Instead, actively think about skills you can use to help the other person regulate the situation enough to have a balanced conversation. Remember that anger is always rooted in someone's personal pain. It's not about you, even if the person is taking out their feelings on you. You are not responsible for diffusing their anger. If they are not willing to work toward calm, disengage as soon as possible. People tend to mimic the behavior of those around them. Keeping calm may help the other person to slow or stop their anger. Even if the other person is shouting at you, respond to them as calmly as you can. If they are too worked up to communicate rationally, don't say anything until they quiet down a little. If you raise your voice, you'll only fuel the person's anger. Don't encourage them to fight. Saying something like "Settle down" or "Relax" will probably just make the person angrier. They may resent being told what to do and feel like you are brushing off their problem. Create a connection with the person by acknowledging their anger instead. Say something like, "It seems like this is really bothering you. Can we talk about it?" or "I want to understand how you feel and I think that would be easier if we could talk instead of yelling." If you are in a public place, ask the person if there is somewhere you can go to work out the issue. If you feel nervous going on your own, ask someone along to act as a moderator and serve as your witness. When the person tells you what's wrong, empathize with them. Make them feel like you're on their side, even if you don't agree with them. They will be less likely to turn violent if they feel understood. For instance, you might say something like, "So you're hurt that no one told you about the change of plans ahead of time, is that right? You feel like no one wanted to include you." Maintain an open, relaxed posture. Make eye contact with the angry person, but keep your expression non-confrontational. Don't make animated gestures, put your hands on your hips, or fold your arms. Move slowly and calmly. Give the angry person plenty of space. This also gives you some protection if they do become violent.
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Stay calm. Keep your voice down. Avoid telling the person to calm down. Reflect the person's feelings. Use non-threatening body language.