A messy toolbox makes for a messy job. If you've got a greasy, grimy, and altogether disorganized toolbox, you can learn a few concrete strategies for getting it cleaned up and making your work day a whole lot easier.


Sew a Handy Tool Belt from an Old Pair of Jeans

This article explains how to recycle an old pair of jeans or trousers into a handy tool belt/apron.


Prevent kinks and create neat order out of ropes, lines, extension cords, etc. by coiling them after use.


Pegboard is pre-drilled hardboard often used as an organizational grid for tools and other supplies. It is tempered, so it is especially rigid, hard and strong.


Toolboxes, if not invented along with the first tools, followed soon thereafter. As time progressed, tools became more specialized and dedicated to a specific type of work.


Are you getting ready to buy your first home? Do you have a teenage son or daughter who is about to graduate from high school and leave the nest? Are you looking for the perfect wedding gift?


There are many factors that have to be addressed before this question can be properly answered. Is the machine a vertical or horizontal machine? How any axes will be required?


Choosing an air compressor can leave you feeling lost if you don't know what to look for. That's because air compressors power a wide range of tools over a wide range of applications.


Use a Bridgeport Series 1 Vertical CNC Mill

These instructions contain detailed steps about how to use a Bridgeport Series 1 vertical 2 axis CNC mill with TRAK a. G.E 2 axis control. Although this set of instructions pertains to a particular type of mill, a lot of the steps that are described here can be applied to other Bridgeport Series 1 milling machines.


If you'd like to carry your tools in a compact package, without them rattling or jumbling in your bag or toolbox, a tool roll-up is the way to go. Here is a simple tool roll-up you can use for any assortment of tools, made from one leg of an old pair of jeans.


Estimate the Cost of the Fabrication of Metal Sheets

Estimating the costs for fabrication of metal sheets is important prior to giving or taking an order. A structured plan helps eliminate redundancy and lower overall costs.


Vibratory bowl feeders are automated systems that are designed to provide precise orientation to industrial components. Success of the system depends a great deal on its installation.


Silly as it may sound, ladder-related injuries are among the most common easily preventable accidents. Roughly 250,000 Americans were injured as a result of ladder accidents in 2012 alone.


The common metal tools known as jack stands are critical safety items for those who need to work underneath vehicles. Putting up a vehicle on jack stands correctly can be the difference between a successful maintenance/repair and a tragic accident.


Guarantee the Perfect Counterbore Process

Countless companies in the manufacturing industry have came across problems with counterbores and countersinks. These problems can cause titanium and composite parts to turn to scrap after a single drill, which can become very expensive, very quickly.


The E-Z Hold II bar clamp and spreader is an adjustable bar clamp from the Adjustable Clamp Company. It consists of a bar, a movable "end", the clamping mechanism, and two plastic inserts that prevent either the end or the clamping mechanism from slipping off the bar.


Any organized crafter or handyman knows that a pegboard is the fastest, cheapest way to hang tools on a wall. You can purchase sheets of pegboard and hook sets for as little as $20.


Purchasing a spray foam rig is a costly decision and a large number of questions need to be asked to be sure you are getting top value for your investment.


The existence of these supernatural entities were known since the beginning of men from a variety of religions and cultures all around the world. They are known to be malevolent spirits.


Life is a journey, and the path is not always clear. Each moment blooms with wonder and possibility – but you need to know where to look. The first thing to remember is that you will not find your way by scanning the distant horizon of the future.


There are five aggregates, materiality, feeling, perception, formations and consciousness.


In today's society, spirituality has taken a backseat to the many other priorities thrown at us. In a spiritually malnourished society, we've lost our connection to that which makes us human.


As humans we are all looking to find inner peace in this often stressful world. Inner peace is the key to happiness and to a life free from stress. While there are many ways of finding inner peace—ranging from exercise to positive thinking and even to hypnosis—meditation is the number one way to achieve inner peace.


The flexibility of attaining a degree online is attractive to those in society who cannot be tied to the structure of a residential learning experience.


Exploring different theories of belief and existence is something everyone does at some point. The problem is that there are so many - how do you make the right belief choices, live them out, and go beyond them?


For those who are well versed in the basic tangents of philosophical argument, you might just start thinking, 'How can I form a philosophy from scratch, that is original?'.


It has been discovered that people who carry a lot of resentments, hatred and bitterness suffer from psychosomatic illnesses and disorders. Psychosomatic illnesses come from both mind and emotional stressors that take their toll and manifestations on the physical body.


Explore the Mind Using a Point of Reference

While not only is it a great mechanism to use for relieving stress, its also very useful to explore the mind and how it interacts to make things as we interpret them.


The process of mentally abstracting is an important tool for us to be able to analyse phenomena. The problem is, it's often misused by the mind and can become a source and reinforcement of unhappiness, frustration and dissatisfaction.


Virtue is the bedrock of religions, philosophies, cultures and nations. Yet there is more to virtue that meets the eye and often it is when we don't understand it that we can the opposite of what we imagine virtue to be.


Have you ever wanted to plant a green roof? Rooftop vegetation improves urban ecology by retaining storm water, helps to reduce peak flow and total runoff volume.


Explore the Difference Between Knowledge and Understanding

Perhaps the "secret ingredient" of all wisdom is  understanding , that near magical insight where not only the concept but its practical application make perfect sense.


For better or worse, desires drive nearly every aspect of our lives and compose nearly everything that defines us as unique individuals. However, as with all useful tools, there is a right way and a wrong way to handle our desires as they can be the source of virtually limitless happiness or unhappiness.


The philosophy of religion deals with the big questions about God and religion: does God exist? Are we justified in believing in God? Should we make a leap of faith?


Observing the mind is essential to be able to develop insight into the mind, as well as how to develop it to be a more cultured, wise and flexible mind.


Moving to a smaller place? Over time, we tend to  accumulate stuff  - lots of stuff. We have drawers full of stuff, gifts that we have never used (and never will), furniture we don’t really need but keep “just in case” and items that we’ve had for years may be difficult to part with due to nothing more than familiarity while serving no functional purpose.


As the saying goes, one man’s trash is another man’s treasure. Though it may strike some people as an odd practice, dumpster diving, or scavenging for useful items in waste receptacles, is a great way to make sure that perfectly good items aren’t going to waste.


There are 2 different ways to change your address when you are moving to a new location. You can change your address online for a fee or visit your local post office for free.


Guerrilla gardening is a term used to describe the unauthorized cultivation of plants or crops on vacant public or private land. For some practitioners, Guerrilla Gardening is a political statement about land rights or reform  [1]  ; for others, it is primarily an opportunity to beautify and improve neglected, barren or overgrown spaces.


Minimalism is one of the crowning architectural achievements of the 20th century. Spare and streamlined while still being inviting, minimalism is charming in almost any space.


Moving into a new home is a joyous, exciting event. Whether you have purchased your first home, upgraded to a larger home to accommodate a growing family, or are moving into your first place after leaving home, moving is an occasion to celebrate.


Since cats find it hard to get accustomed to a new place, some particular measures need to be taken, when you're about to move with your cat.


Moving into a new place can be an exciting opportunity for change. It's also an opportunity to purge some of the things you have accumulated over the years.


Moving is a difficult thing to do, whether you are moving a few blocks away, or half a world away. Moving to a completely new area with no friends, family, or support system is particularly difficult and can quickly lead to  loneliness .


Do Furoshiki (Wrap and Carry Things With Square Cloth)

With paper and plastic bags falling out of favour around the world, we are left to wonder if heavy canvas bags or bulky reusable bags are the only method left to us for carrying our  groceries .


Hiring a moving company can be scary. How do you know they won't break your stuff, charge more than agreed, or simply load your stuff into a truck and disappear?


Leaving your current country in favor of Australia is a major decision. Figuring out which approach to take to moving is crucial to successfully completing a move to Australia.


When moving house, we don't always think through what needs to be done to protect plants in the move. Yet, some pre-planning is essential to ensure that they remain healthy and make the move intact.


Move Out of Home Into Your First Apartment

Finally ready to move out of your parents house? Get an apartment with a few friends or alone and you'll soon have a place of your own! When beginning this huge transition in your life, it is important to find good roommates or no roommates, cut costs, and set up your apartment for living comfortably.


Even under the best circumstances, moving can be a chaotic and stressful process that often takes weeks. But when you’re under pressure to move quickly, the stress increases and can hinder efforts for an organized moving process.


Moving to a new state is an exciting adventure in life, but it can be confusing to know where to start. It’s important to take the time to plan for such a big move.


Shipping and moving expensive materials and gifts from one place to another involves certain risks of damage or breakage to the items. However, with few sensible packaging ideas, we can achieve protection for the materials, as inefficient packaging is the commonest reason behind broken or damaged goods during shipment.


When you're in college or in your twenties, you'll probably be moving a lot. Moving again and again to dorms and apartments can be a hassle, especially when you don't know how to pack properly.


Styrofoam packing peanuts stick to everything in sight. When removing these peanuts from a box, this is a surefire way of not having a mess.


Back pain will not only cause you physical discomfort, it can also disrupt your daily life. Going to work, sleeping and taking part in all of your regular activities becomes more difficult.


People are usually fond of collecting various items like shoes, bags, decorations, books, and many more. With such, there will come a time when your storage space at home is not enough to accommodate all these things.


If you are moving a house or apartment remember the old adage, ‘fail to plan – plan to fail’. A poorly planned move will take longer costing you more money and will mean that the unpacking at the other end will be more of a chore rather than pleasure.


Whether you've purchased a property specifically to rent, or are renting out a house or condo where you previously lived, you must pay tax on the rental income you receive throughout the year.


When moving people usually have a systematic plan in packing clothes, shoes, books and furniture. But when it comes to jewelry things can become slightly messy if not properly stored and organized.


Even if you can't wait to live in your new house, curb your enthusiasm and resist the urge to cram all your possessions any which way into boxes.


Fragile items are easily broken or damaged in a move. Here are simple tips to keep in mind when packing these items.


Whether you have professional movers or you are loading and driving a truck yourself, getting your furniture ready for moving day can be stressful. Large pieces of furniture such as sofas, bunk beds, antique dressers and dining sets that seat 12 are far more complicated to pack than your books and picture frames.


Are you packing to move or are you packing to travel? Either way, we'll help you find a way to do it efficiently so that you can get the most out of your experience.


Pack Hard and Soft Cover Books for Moving or Storage

Have you ever moved your favorite books only to find the covers ripped or the pages wrinkled? Well, here is a great way to keep your library rip- and wrinkle-free!


Placing a box full of goods in the attic and other storage places is good, but you want to make sure your items are well protected inside your box and other containers.


Pack and Ship Your Fine China or Glassware

Whether you are moving your heirloom china with you to a new home or sending a beautiful tea set as a gift, you will always want assurance that the items will arrive safely in one piece.


Do you need to pack your dishes when moving local or long distance? You can do that in a few easy steps.


Moving can be exciting and stressful. While it offers an opportunity for change and reinvention, it also comes with to-do lists and details and a lot of packing.


If you have a garden you cannot live without, you may want to try taking it with you. With care, you can move even established plants. Plan carefully to minimize damage and shock to your plants.


If you need to ship a bike. you must take the proper precautions to ensure that the cycle is not damaged in transit. You can assure the bike's safe arrival at its final destination if you box, and pack, it properly.


We all know about the pressures and stress associated with moving. If you give yourself enough time and organize as you pack, the process should be a smooth operation.


So it has finally come to this. You have been driven out of your home by the rough types inhabiting the neighbourhood. Or you have somehow made such an ass of yourself that you don't want to show your face again.


Dealing with a previous resident's mail can be a hassle, and unless you do something about it the problem may continue. Sometimes, the postal service needs assistance in this matter if they're unaware of a problem.


Relocation to a new home is often a very difficult, detailed, and long process especially for senior citizens who have restrictions on physical activity.


You have to move and you have to move now! The task can seem a bit overwhelming but here are a few tips that will help smooth the way!


Storing a piano requires paying careful attention to humidity issues and temperature changes.


Nothing is more frustrating than moving into a new residence and not being able to find what you need. If you have a big family with lots of things, it could take several weeks or even months to unpack and in the mean time you do not want to be hunting through boxes all the time.


Leaving your old home, and moving to a new one, requires a lot of planning and organization. One extremely important aspect of moving out is turning off all of your utility services.


Let’s face it; most of us aren’t comfortable with changes. So, imagine how scary it can be for our little ones to leave the place, friends and school they have known for their whole life as home.


Survive Moving Back in with Your Parents

Moving back into your parents' house is one of the most complex and emotional decisions ever, but it is possible to do it with some level of grace. Planning, honest communication, and being flexible will make this transition far less painful than you think it will be.


It takes a lot of planning and resources to even start moving. Follow these steps to begin the moving process.


Set Up a Small Solar (Photovoltaic) Power Generator

The goal of this article is to show how to set up a small solar power generator. While there are a lot of decisions you can make, this particular how to focuses on small-scale solar generation (<1kWh/day), and simplifies it so that just about anyone can set up a functioning system.


In old houses,  treasures  are waiting to be born. There may even be a fortune of things in there. This will show you things to salvage and questions you should ask yourself when deciding.


A home inventory is a complete listing of all your possessions. It is not difficult to create one, but it will take time. You should decide how detailed you want your particular inventory to be.


Clean water is essential for life. We need water to drink, to bathe, and to clean our homes. You can test the quality of the water in your home by purchasing and using a home test kit, by engaging your senses, or by procuring a Water Quality Report for your area.


Are you in the market for a new/used eco-friendly car? Are you trying to figure out if an eco-friendly car is for you? Or are you just trying to make sense of what all this new “going green” eco-friendly talk is about?


There are so many things that people can do to help save the environment. Here are some very simple steps that will help when going shopping.


Moving can be expensive, especially if you're moving to a new home far away. This being the case, you'll likely want to save every penny you can while moving.


Privacy fences are a great way to keep strangers and prowling animals out of your lawn, but they can be expensive when purchased new. Many homeowners, however, remove these fences either to replace them with new materials, or because they prefer an open view.


Depending on the type of post and how it was set in the ground, replacing a fence post can be a manageable job. Taking into account what material the post is made of will help you get the job done well.


A picket fence endures everything that Mother Nature unleashes outdoors. As a consequence, any fence will eventually need to be repaired.


Remove Mildew and Algae from a Wooden Fence

Over time, wooden fences can get covered in algae and mildew. The growth generally occurs in shaded, moist locations. There are several ways you can clean the algae and mildew off a fence so that it looks better.


Moving to the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) can be the adventure of a lifetime. You’ll have your choice of four amazing island options: St. Thomas, St. John, St. Croix, and Water Island.


If you want to take down an old wooden fence that has been sitting on your property for years, you can most likely perform the job yourself. It may take you several days to completely dismantle your old fence, but doing it yourself will save you money.


The winter season is often the best time for a family to relocate due to the low service demand, thus decreasing the moving costs. Even though you most likely will save money on your relocation, you will have to put in extra effort to prepare for the actual move because of the difficult and cold weather.


Moving heavy furniture is generally viewed as a hassle. You get sweaty, you might strain your back, and you have to enlist your friends to help. It can feel complicated and unrewarding to get a new piece of furniture because you know you’re going to have to haul it around.


Move Country to a Place Where There Is a Different Language and Stay Sane

You are leaving your old life behind and moving to a new country where you don't know the language, the culture or even how the simplest things are run.


When moving large appliances, certain precautions must be taken. Since appliances are large and cumbersome, avoiding damage or injury is an important consideration.


If you have decided to move abroad, you need to prepare as well as you can. The more time and effort you invest in planning your move, the more comfortable it will be.


If you have ever had a sofa bed you know how daunting a task it is to relocate it, especially up or down stairs. As the owner and operator of a junk removal service, Haul-a-Way, we encounter this type of problem on a routine basis.


Leaving a rental unit in very good condition serves a few good purposes: you're likely to get your deposit back, you're likely to get a good referral from the landlord, and it's the right thing to do.


Oak is a very heavy wood when used to make furniture. A desk is a particularly heavy item of furniture because it's large, solid and contains drawers and other features.


Laundries are big energy suckers, from the washing machine to the dryer. It is possible to reduce this impact by following some simple ideas that won't cause too much change in your regular laundry tasks.


Wardrobe boxes are widely used by man and van companies for moving and shipping clothes. Here's how to make your own wardrobe box.


Road trips, vacations, and even sleepovers are lots of fun to go on, but to make the most out of your trip you have to pack the right items. Sometimes, packing can be a bore or confusing, if you have no idea what to bring.


Reduce The Environmental Footprint of Your IT Gear and Computer

An old New England saying goes: Use it up, wear it out, make it do.... or do without! The rapid evolution in computer technology has made seem that attempting to be frugal with office computers is penny-wise but pound-foolish.


Make Room for a Baby in a Small Apartment

Welcoming a little one into the world is an exciting occasion. Whether this is your first child, or your sixth, making room for a baby can be challenging when you live in a small apartment.


Gasoline has become a necessity for most people. However, gas is becoming expensive, so more and more people are interested in making their own gasoline.


Electrical meters are located on the outside of your home, between the power line coming from the pole and your electrical panel inside. They record how much electricity you and your family are using.


Biodiesel is a combustible fuel that is biodegradable and made from vegetable oil or animal fat. It is desirable as an alternative to petroleum fuel because it uses renewable resources that are less damaging to the environment to produce and emit less harmful greenhouse gasses when burned as fuel.


Follow these easy steps to find out how you can measure your catalyst correctly, safely mix it into the methanol and add the mixture to your oil to make your biodiesel.


If you have decided to go green, reducing your use of fuel by limiting your dependence on a car is a great place to start. This choice will not only help the environment, it’ll also provide you with lots of health benefits.


Making your home greener will not only help the environment, it can also ease the strain on your household budget. But whatever your reasons for wanting to make your home greener, stick with it!


Whether you are passionate about 'getting off the grid' or simply know that you are going to have to deal with a power outage in the near future, you are going to have to know how to live without electricity.


Manure tea can be a very beneficial tool in the fertilization of plants. It's an easy process that is sure to produce a beautiful, healthy garden. Here is a step-by-step process for how to make manure tea as plant food.


Make a Cutlery Drainer Using a Terracotta Pot

If you wish to avoid using plastic or you don't want to go to the expense of buying a cutlery drainer from a fancy kitchen store, there is a simple solution at hand.


Renovating your apartment? Replacing old furniture with new polished pieces and buying new articles for your place? Why not take a more natural approach and transform your apartment into an eco-friendly space?


Living in the woods, surrounded by nature, is a fantasy of many city dwellers. Running the rat race day after day, dealing with traffic, crime, and pollution -- it’s easy to romantically imagine a life more serene.


Living off the grid means living without connections to sewer, water, and electrical lines. It also often entails living a minimalist lifestyle, reducing waste, and spending only on necessities.


Set  goals  to accomplish the desires of your heart! Are you spending too much time and energy just to  avoid being overwhelmed  by odds and ends of work, school, and projects?


Live on a Income Under $20,000.00 a Year

You don't have to make a lot of money to live a happy, fulfilling life. You will need to learn how to budget, however. Living on less than $20,000 a year is not easy, but it is not incredibly difficult either if you take proactive steps to save.


Living off grid, to many, simply means detaching themselves from corporate or government operated services such as welfare, cable or electricity. Surround yourself with Slab City's permanent residents, and you'll really learn the meaning of living away from civilization on a more permanent scale.


So it's time for that old chain link fence to go the way of the dodo. Removing the "fence fabric," or chain link itself, is the easy part. Removing the fence posts themselves requires more effort, and sometimes the use of a truck or specialized equipment.


Prepare a Wrought Iron Fence for Painting

Decorative wrought iron fences are beautiful and sturdy, and can add an air of elegance to your home or garden. However, constant exposure to the elements can do quite a bit of damage to the iron surface.


Painting a fence is necessary if you want to change the fence's color or if the current paint is chipping. To start, clear the surrounding area and remove any loose screws and nails.


Painting wrought iron fence can be a tedious task if not done correctly. The fence should be stripped of all paint, remove all rust, and make fence as smooth as possible before painting begins.


The removal of wooden fence posts normally involves a process that includes loosening the post from the surrounding ground or concrete, then carefully extracting the post in a manner that does not cause the post to snap or splinter.


Protect a Wooden Post from Rotting in the Ground

Did your fence post rot out? Or maybe your mailbox fell over this morning and you don't understand why. Well, these tips may help stop this from happening to you again (or at least prevent it for longer).


An attractive fence gate is an inviting addition to your yard, garden, or field, but it's also subject to more wear and tear than any other part of your fence.


Adding vinyl or wooden lattice beneath a porch or deck can give it a fresh new look. In addition, lattice can be used to create hidden storage space beneath your deck or porch.


Vinyl fencing comes in many styles and colors. It is a maintenance-free option that does not weather like wood fencing does. To install vinyl fencing, you need only attach pre-made fence sections to posts.


According to Robert Frost, good fences make good neighbors. Fences maintain privacy and peace between neighbors, and are also good for keeping pets and young children inside your yard and keeping predators out.


A chain-link fence is an inexpensive way to enclose any sized area for safety or security. Unlike solid fencing, chain-link's open weave design lets people see through the fence, while still serving as a barrier to unauthorized entry.


The split rail fence was created at a time when power tools and manufactured fencing materials had not been invented. As a result, building a split rail fence does not require digging holes for posts or the use of many tools.


When you install an underground wire fence, you get an easy and inexpensive way to contain your pet. It allows your pet to have the freedom to roam around your yard, while staying safely within it.


Raising a snow fence in front of your house, driveway or road can redirect the snow to fall short of heavily trafficked areas. While the exact size and placement of your fence depends on local weather, a calculator and a couple rules of thumb will almost guarantee protection.


Wooden fence posts are more vulnerable and fragile than metal. Spend some extra time and money on durable lumber and a well-drained installation, or that beautiful aesthetic will rot in a few years.


If you need to keep livestock contained, or wild animals out of your yard, electric fencing may be a good option for you. Both humane and effective, electric fence lines can be used to enclose a pasture or garden, and are simple to install and maintain.


Is it your first time on your own? Well most individuals take the leap with a buddy because it makes the big change a lot more fun and comfortable and way less lonely!


If you are planning a real big move, these tips might come in very handy!


Moving anywhere can be intimidating, but moving to a sprawling metropolis like LA is extra hard. Luckily, LA is a city of transplants, and with people coming and going all the time, there is plenty of housing for everyone.


You've just moved into a new home. Congratulations! But, now what? You might be busy over the next couple of weeks, but you will still need to sleep, eat, and shower!


An appraisal provides you with information on a home's current value. Appraisers take into account a dwelling's condition and features and how it compares to other similar property for sale in the same area.


Disassemble Furniture When Preparing for a Move

Moving or relocation can be a big job for an individual or a family. One of the many challenges of moving a household from one housing space to another is getting bigger pieces of furniture all the way out of one building and into the next.


Moving is a process that works best if you are organized and attentive to details. Before you can begin packing, you need to have boxes. Buying new boxes, or even used boxes, from packing and shipping companies or office supply stores can be expensive.


Live a More Environmentally Friendly Lifestyle

Here are some low-budget, easy tips (beyond the ordinary) on how to decrease your carbon footprint. Also included are how these steps will help you, the environment, and those of us who need to live in it.


Finding a home is a big undertaking when you are in the market to buy. A home is usually a long term investment, and because of this you need to make sure that the house that you eventually buy is good enough to be a home for you and your family.


Finding an apartment can be very stressful without the right tools. Optimize your search to make sure you don’t waste time and resources. Make sure that you find the perfect fit before signing any lease agreement.


Just because you live in an apartment and have less control over the building you're in doesn't mean you can't live in a way that is friendly to the environment.


Live Green and Save Some Money While Doing It

Sometimes people worry about spending more money or having to change their lives in a substantial way if they "go green". The thing is that going green and living green can actually save you some money and it does not have to be a major change in your life or routine.


Incorporate Green Living Into Your Garage Organization

When the cleaning bug hits, it is easy to give into its organizational fury and start tossing unused items into the trash indiscriminately. This article will help you organize your garage quickly and efficiently while staying true to your green living principles.


As food prices go up, more and more people are looking to grow some of their own food or, similarly, herbs for kitchen in containers inside and outside of the house.


Do you want to have a smaller impact on the environment? Or save money on electric bills? There are many ways to reduce your impact on Earth, and some of them are provided here to get you thinking about even more ways that fit with your own lifestyle.


Pretty much everywhere you turn today, there's talk about "going green." The push to be eco-friendly has gained more popularity in recent years, and methods to achieve it are simpler and more accessible than ever.


Have you ever felt that you have reached a point in your life where you have nowhere to turn? That the possibilities are endless and yet you can't pick ONE that will suit you?


Many media messages warn us about the loss of forests around the world and how the products we use every day are causing much of this loss. To reduce your personal consumption of products using trees, here are some simple methods for achieving this.


Green is the predominant color in nature, and today it's often associated with environmentally-friendly choices and lifestyles. If you want to go green, here are several ideas/suggestions to get you started with your "Go Green Project".


Hanging a gate begins with the gate posts. Leaving enough space between the posts to accommodate your gate as well as being sure the posts are set securely enough to sustain usage over time can be tricky.


Fencing can be an important part of your home’s exterior design. Fencing not only adds privacy and security to your home, it also increases its value and (normally) aesthetic appeal.


So your neighbor just installed a fence between his home and yours. It runs straight across the yard from the back of your homes, to the sidewalk. It's one straight line, and as plain as a fence at the zoo.


Hedge fences are lines of shrubs or small trees that run along the border of a yard or garden, providing privacy, protection, and a decorative addition to an outdoor space.


Choosing a fence for your property is dependent on a number of important factors, ranging from whether your fence is purely decorative or needs to keep people or animals in or out, to fences that are cheap or expensive to make and maintain.


If you are making a picket fence or a paling fence, fixing them to the already installed posts and rails is a fairly straightforward process.


A fence can define a homeowner's yard, mark a property line or keep children and pets away from the street. Simple garden fences are not difficult to erect, they just takes time, patience and a little DIY know-how.


Homeowners and property managers are always faced with the same dilemma when searching for a fencing/railing contractor. Questions of concern are; Are they licensed and insured, do they have a successful track record, do they provide high quality work with the best materials, will they stand behind their work, how long has this company been in business, are there any complaints filed against them with the BBB.


The use of a garden fence is an essential element to help keep out pests or for a decorative touch. The following steps will show you how to fence a garden.


Create a Material List for Installing Your Own Aluminum Fence

Ordering your own aluminum fence to install yourself is sometimes cumbersome and confusing. Here, we break it down into smaller units to give you a better idea of how to calculate the proper amount of fence panels, posts and gates, so you can install your own aluminum fence without making multiple trips to the hardware store.


Porcelain grill grates are popular among home grillers, as they hold heat well and are rust resistant. It can be tricky to clean porcelain grill grates as they tend to chip easily, especially if they are scrubbed with a hard grill brush.


Wooden fences are great for privacy, but you can do a lot more with them, such as adding a tropical look to your back yard...which is really nice, especially if you have a swimming pool.


PVC fences are remarkably easy to clean. Hosing them down with plain water first will remove a lot (if not all) of the dirt right away. From there, you can judge how well that worked and decide whether you need to scrub any trouble areas with a more powerful cleaning agent.


A broke-down gate just makes your house look bad. A well-maintained gate, on the other hand, can be welcoming and give passers-by a great impression of the house beyond.


Vinyl fencing requires less maintenance than a wooden fence. It can be more affordable than wood, metal or composite fences. Most people choose vinyl fencing because it is a lifetime product that will retain its look for decades.


There's a certain satisfaction that comes from building things that you get to use every day and a fence is a great starting project. Easy to do even for a beginner, building a wood fence requires few tools or skills.


Moving is often listed among the most stressful human experiences. You have to pack up an entire house, say goodbye to your friends, and start all over somewhere new.


Moving out can be hard enough on its own, but to top it off, you might not get your deposit back if you leave it a mess. It's important to learn how to prepare for a move-out inspection so that you can get your deposit back and walk away without damage fees.


Choosing an apartment to live in can be a tough decision because each one comes with different features and amenities. Once you find a few apartments that you like, you have to choose among them by comparing the buildings in which they are located.


Whether you are moving out of a studio apartment, a dorm room, or even a large house, packing up your bedroom is often the toughest part about a move.


Cope With Moving As a Teen or Young Adult

Change is always difficult, and moving is a huge change. Everything is different, scary, and new. Nothing is the same, and it can be very hard to adjust to a move.


Being at a point in life when you can choose your own home is an achievement in itself. Choosing your home can be a stressful, expensive, complex, disappointing, thrilling, emotional roller coaster journey.


The State of Connecticut requires 48 hours notification when you have changed your address. The process to change your address with the Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles (CT DMV) is simple and there are several alternatives.


Putting together removal boxes (also called moving boxes) is a handy skill and the faster that you can do it with accuracy, the quicker your packing can go.


Factor Falling Fuel Prices Into Your Household Activities

Fuel prices have gone up and down like a yo yo in recent years, with the going up being the more common state of affairs. Although dips in fuel prices are a welcome relief, this is no reason to be complacent about fuel conservation and finding alternatives to fuel usage.


Adherents to the Amish and Mennonite traditions are often referred to as "Plain People" because of their simple lifestyle and dress. The Amish diet is not low-carb or low-fat.


Green, sustainable, energy-efficient...there are so many ways to say “eco-friendly” that it can feel overwhelming to consider making some environmentally friendly changes.


Build a Small Pad With Landscape Timbers

A small outdoor pad can be built within 2 days and cost you under $100. Landscape timbers are inexpensive and easy to work with. The grade can be built up and tamped level from free dirt on your property.


Today, more and more people are looking to find ways to reduce their electricity expenses. One way to accomplish this is to limit the use of any electrical appliances in the home.


Using parts easily obtained at a local hardware store and a 55 gallon (208.2 L) plastic drum or barrel, learn how to build a simple, small scale, rain collection system.


Deciding where to live is a big decision. Do not make it lightly – but also remember that your choice does not need to be final. Take some time to think about what's most important to you.


Even if you don't like chemistry, you can make your own fuel. The biodiesel home-brew process is easier than making beer! Draining out the glycerin from your processor and mist washing your biodiesel ensures you a clean burning and efficient batch of biodiesel home-brew.


Living in an apartment complex can have several benefits over other alternatives, such as renting a home, a section of someone else's home, or an apartment in a multi-family home.


Our society has become accustomed to using equipment and appliances that run on AC power provided by our local power provider. In most cases this is ideal, but in some cases, AC power is not available.


The Blair latrine was invented by Dr Peter Morgan from the Blair Institute.  [1]   It features an odorless and fly-free squat toilet suitable for many villages in places like Africa where sanitation is vital and the lack of plumbing makes it difficult to install modern toilets.


What most people perceive as a stone  wall  is actually a stone  fence  when it's used to mark boundaries rather than act as a barrier. Even if you're an amateur, you can build your own stone fence by following these instructions.


As ecological conditions change and conservation becomes a more pressing issue, farming and landscaping techniques are forced to evolve in order to encourage natural, sustainable practices that are beneficial to the environment.


Are you planning to erect your own fence to save money? This is a straight forward process, but it helps to review the process before beginning so you understand what you will need to do to successfully build your own steel fence.


A lamp made from logs is ideal for a cabin or cottage with a rustic furniture setting. This article explains how to make a log lamp using logs that you've prepared yourself.


A landscape border can make a traditional, classy accent to your home when placed around the perimeter. These borders are not especially hard to build and require little more than bricks, plants, and imagination.


If you are stuck, even short term, with a rubbish area or trash pile, whether it is material you are waiting to compost out, or garbage you have no way of removing, you may find it beneficial to fence it off to limit the view and to prevent animals from scattering it or using it for a breeding ground.


Whether you're looking to create a small decorative border around your garden or a sturdy barrier between your pool and the outside world, deciding to build a fence in lieu of hiring a contractor can save significant amounts of money.


Wild deer can cause a problem for gardeners by destroying plants and trees. This can be difficult to prevent as deer tend to browse for food overnight.


Just about any way you slice it, a move is a big, disruptive change that will take a lot of time and hard work to execute smoothly. Careful planning can make things go a lot more smoothly.


Unless you are hiring full-service movers who come with their own supplies, you will need boxes, tape, rope, bubble wrap, packaging materials and other supplies when it comes time to move.


Packing for a move can be a time-consuming, cumbersome process. In addition to the time and effort required, it isn't always easy to find cardboard boxes in the size and quantity you need.


If you’re used to life in a big city, adjusting to life in a small town can be difficult. Small towns are very different from busy metropolises, but you might find that the new, slower pace of life is easier to adjust to and enjoy than you imagined.


Adjust to Living in a Big City when You Go to College

Growing up in a small town certainly has its hardships, but moving to a large city for college at the age of 16 can really challenge a young girl. Learn how to make these changes easier.


T posts can be one of your best options for building a fence. They don't require any digging; they're made to be pounded into the ground, and stay in the ground.


Few people look forward to packing––not even when they are looking forward to the move itself. To make things easier, it's important to start collecting boxes at least a month (and preferably more) before the moving date.


Adjust to Moving In with Another Parent in a New Town

If your parents have divorced or moved apart, and you're in the situation of having to move in with another parent in a new town, it can be hard to make the adjustments.


Packing a moving truck can be almost as overwhelming as  moving  itself, and arranging your furniture in a way that maximizes your space and minimizes damage is a tricky endeavor.


Approximately 250,000 people move to Canada each year.  [1]   There are multiple paths to legally move to Canada and many people will qualify for at least one of them.


Moving can be both one of the most exciting and most stressful experiences of your life. The trick to a painless move is to prepare your bullet-proof moving plan well ahead of schedule and to execute your plan when the time comes.


If you're moving long distance, you have several options to choose from. You can fly and have your possessions shipped, you can drive your own vehicle and tow your possessions in a trailer, or you can rent a moving truck and tow your vehicle on a hitch.


Congratulations! You've just landed an awesome new job. Now you must deal with  quitting your old job  and  moving  to a bigger city. Moving and changing jobs are two very stressful things and now you've got to deal with both in a matter of weeks on top of starting a new job.


Ferrocement tanks are used in many regions of the world as water storage tanks. The low-cost technology is simple, durable, and reproducible.


Merging two households takes a lot of work, but with careful planning you can make the job easy and even fun. First, do a purge and give away everything you don't really use.


Fit Into City Life when Moving from a Small Town

Moving into a city, especially one with a substantial metropolitan population, tends to have a huge impact on one's life when coming from a small town, the country, or an island with a small population.


There are many ways to help the environment from your home. Being green saves money, supports the environment, and creates a healthy living space for you.


Mindless consumerism is depleting Earth's resources, creates a shallow spiritual environment, and wastes money. A mindful consumer thinks more carefully about where his or her money goes, how it is used, and protects the planet.


For those who want to eliminate or reduce the toxicity in their lives, cleaning with natural or plant-based products can contribute to healthy living.


Living in a city or country with a high cost of living and a low-paying job can take its toll. Over time, high rent, food bills, daycare and transportation can leave you living paycheck to paycheck without any money for retirement.


Living in a house smaller than some people's walk-in closets may not be for everyone, but those who are able to do so reap many benefits for themselves and for the world around them.


Here are some steps to help you be green while living in a city.


Every time you drive your car, buy food that is not grown locally, or leave your lights on when you're not home, you're increasing your carbon footprint.


Having trouble keeping up with your family's garbage output? Putting a bit more thought into the way you manage your household waste can help you get more organized.


Use Citrus Fruit Peels in the Home and Garden

Citrus peels can be used in myriad ways instead of simply tossing them out or composting them. In a household that consumes many oranges, lemons, grapefruit, tangelo, and other citrus, making use of the peels can save you money and produce some wonderful results.


Ask a Store to Sell You Items Using Your Own Containers

It can be uncomfortable having to ask a store if you can use your own containers instead of theirs but it is important to try because the more times people ask, the more likely a store is to realize and accept that there is a growing number of people wanting to use their own containers instead of adding to the world's waste piles.


A yurt (ger) is a very basic, traditional tent-like structure favored over centuries by nomadic Mongol-Turkic peoples stretching from Mongolia to Central Anatolia.


Living in a car isn't something that anyone would recommend. However, when you get laid off, your emergency fund runs out, your home is foreclosed (or you get an eviction notice), and there's nobody to help, living in your car might be the only choice, especially if you don't feel safe at a local shelter.


Of all the  pesticides  used in the US, 25% of them are applied to  cotton . Some of these chemicals can harm you. A lot of synthetic material available on the market, like polyester, is petroleum based and it takes almost a third of a pound of fertilizers and pesticides to grow enough cotton for one t-shirt!


No yard to plant a vegetable or flower garden? No problem! Band together with neighbors to turn an unused tract of land into a shared garden of Eden.


Going green as a family is a great process for joint decision-making, such as examining the budget together as you find ways to reduce the cost of living.


In an age when bottled water is readily available, many people are wary of what comes from their kitchen faucet. Given that drinking tap water is far less expensive than regularly buying bottled water, it is worthwhile to find out what is coming from the tap at the kitchen sink and whether or not it is healthy to drink.


While washing your car at home will save you money from having to go to a professional car wash, it can also be incredibly inefficient on water. The average car wash at home uses an astounding 40 to 140 gallons of water for a single vehicle.


Turn off Your Water Supply Quick and Easy

Should your plumbing freeze in winter season or if you locate a drip in your home, you will have to stop the water supply to undertake any repairs. You would also need to cut off the water provide to carry out work for instance changing a faucet or perhaps changing a kitchen sink.


Water tanks are large chambers for storing water. They come in a variety of styles, including horizontal cylinders, vertical cylinders, and rectangles.


A natural disaster or other emergency could cut off water access for weeks. Storing your own supply addresses your most important need in this situation.


Hard water is high in minerals, usually calcium and magnesium. These minerals leave behind deposits that can clog drains, stain glass and tile, prevent soap from sudsing, and leave a residue on hair and skin.


Home boilers heat fluid, in most cases water, to provide warmth during the cold months. During warm months, boilers are turned off to save fuel and electricity.


Many laundry room appliances use a substantial amount of water. Older models of washing machine, for example, can require as many as 50 gallons of water per washing cycle.


Ever wonder how you can save money on those absurd energy bills? Well here are some simple steps on how you can save a lot of green.


Set Goals to Reduce Water Usage in Your Home

Freshwater degradation is a looming crisis that we must face head on with strong and effective actions. You can do your part to protect this precious resource and call upon your elected representatives to take action today to protect not just future generations but our own future by adopting sustainable water practices.


Concerned about energy suppliers’ consumption of fossil fuels? Want to see a few more bucks in the bank at the end of every month? Regardless of your reasons, cutting back on your energy usage at home has very few downsides.


HEPA filters cost big bucks like the ads for the "Ionic Breeze" constantly are reminding us. Rather than get that dangerous appliance that puts lung-rotting ozone into your air, just save a ton of money by extending the life of your HEPA filters!


For many people, the regular electricity bill accounts for a significant part of the household budget. In fact, the energy bill is often only surpassed by the mortgage or rent payment.


Running a business can be expensive, from employee salaries to maintaining the office building. As a business owner, you can save money in the office by reducing the amount of energy used by you and your employees.


Save Energy Automatically With Your Computers

Based on how often you use your computers and the type of settings you have enabled, your computers may be consuming extra energy in your home or office.


Stay Safe While Making Your Own Electricity

If you want or have to use electricity on your own, you face this dilemma: Electricity will make your life richer, but electricity is energy -like fire- and therefore dangerous.


Saving electricity at home has become increasingly important in recent years. Using electricity without regard to conserving energy contributes to global warming and leads to massive electricity bills.


Reduce Your Carbon Footprint in the Garden

A "carbon footprint" is a measurement of all of the greenhouse gases we produce, individually and collectively, from both primary and secondary sources.


A living wall is an arrangement of plants situated on a vertical facade, like a wall inside or outside your home. These plants naturally purify the air and can help reduce your heating and air conditioning bill while fighting carbon emissions.


A rooftop garden is the ideal alternative way to enjoy all the virtues of gardening and outdoor space when there is no land available. It is ideal for urban environments, where ground garden space is limited.


Have a Sustainable Garden in Saudi Arabia

This article offers practical tips on planting and growing a successful sustainable garden in Saudi Arabia under its harsh weather conditions.


Unfortunately, hard times lead some people to do things that harm the community efforts around them. And one area targeted is that of community gardens, where some vegetables are proving too much of a temptation for less considerate members of the community who are helping themselves to "free food".


Straw bale gardens are a growing fad among urban gardeners and others looking for a challenging way to raise plants away from natural soil. Using straw and compost rather than soil as beds for plants, straw bale gardens can be planted almost anywhere and are easy to design and manipulate.


Creating an eco (ecological) garden is a major step in helping the environment and in reducing your environmental footprint. Choose organic methods for amending the soil, irrigation, and controlling pests and weeds.


A sustainable garden is one which uses a minimum of outside resources and which benefits rather than harms the surrounding ecosystem. Whereas traditional gardening often requires large amounts of water, fertilizer, and pesticide, sustainable gardening emphasizes low-impact practices like recycling organic waste and allowing insects to thrive.


Vegan organic horticulture is a method of growing plants without the use of chemical fertilizers, sprays etc and without using any animal products (except those obtained from humans).


A permaculture garden is one that is designed to mimic the natural growth and interaction between species so that no fertilizers or pesticides need to be used.


Replacing the likes of a 100-foot-deep submersible well pump might be intimidating. This article will guide you through the process, step by step.


Storm water runoff is precipitation that does not soak into the ground where it falls. This is one of the greatest threats to water quality in much of the industrialized world.


Fresh vegetables and herbs add fantastic flavor to every meal. You can eat fresh food without having a large country garden. You can create a garden in the city by using these simple tips.


Do away with weed-infested areas the easy way. Make new flower/veggie beds in areas of poor soil by building it up. You can even skip weeding or sod removal.


Your friend has asked you to watch her garden, but you are unsure. As you ponder around how to work this easy task, you decided to look at some information.


A large outdoor compost bin is key in recycling all your waste into high-quality fertilizer. This 5'x15' bin was built for nothing out of old boards and salvaged nails and screws.


Want to save water and have a healthier lawn or garden? A rain barrel is a way to collect some of the rainwater that lands on your house so you can use it later.


If you are interested in saving water for environmental reasons, economy, or simply because limited water is available, here are some things you can do to help.


If you receive a monthly water bill for your individual residence, then your water usage is monitored by a water meter. A water meter is a simple device located on the main water supply for a property that tracks the volume of water that flows through the main each day.


Harvest Rain Water in a Household Setting

Water is a precious resource in many parts of the world. Even where it is not scarce, using purified water on your garden or lawn seems wasteful (not to mention expensive).


If you are the lucky owner of a cottage or cabin, chances are that you have a water tank somewhere high next to the cottage itself in order to have a constant supply of water.


Permeate pumps improve water quality in an RO system by insuring membrane efficiency. A permeate pump is also eco-friendly by reducing waste water by up to 80%.


Saving water is important for the environment and for your water bills! Doing the dishes uses up a lot of water, but you can save up to 20 gallons per wash by keeping the sink off as much as possible, using the most efficient dishwasher settings, and avoiding using the garbage disposal or soaking dishes.


A lot of water is wasted when shaving, brushing or washing utensils at the sink because both hands are occupied. Using a simple DIY foot operated tap lets you control the flow of water.


Collecting rain helps the environment by reducing the amount of water that has to be extracted from the earth or processed in water treatment facilities.


Choose the Best Method of Water Treatment

The market is literally flooded with water treatment options. Reverse osmosis systems, loose granular activated carbon, solid carbon block filters, and distillers all promise sparkling, clean water, but how do you know which one is really best?


Water tanks are mostly used to store water, to be able to haul that water from one place to another, or to be used as a septic system in places such as cabins or homes that are far away from municipal sewer systems.


Install a 'Watermiser' Foot Tap to Save Water

How to Install a foot tap in 10 minutes and happily save precious drinking water.


As global warming and climate change become real and growing issues, it is crucial that more effort is put into reducing energy consumption and  reducing the amount of waste  produced in offices and homes across the globe.


Gardening is a fairly water intensive activity. With increasing strains on water supplies and access to water in many places, you may be excited about all of the ways you can conserve water in your garden.


Rain Barrels store and reuse rainwater, helping to reduce the overtaxing of sewer systems and protect the quality of groundwater. A simple rain catchment system can provide water for outdoor use, resulting in a lower water bill.


Conserving electricity serves the double purpose of helping stop global warming and saving a lot of money over time. Take a look around your home and office: any appliance that operates on electricity can be made more energy efficient.


One of the best ways to ensure an accurate reading of your natural gas meter is to do it yourself. The dials and digits on the meter can look confusing, but the process is actually quite simple.


This article shows how to make the simple steps to reduce energy use in the kitchen. These changes are easy to make and can start with you today.


Becoming more energy efficient isn't just for those of us who want to save the environment. Being energy efficient can really help your wallet. Whether it's something as big as installing solar panels, or something as small as turning off the lights, when you cut back on how much energy you use, you save money.


During the summer, electric bills can skyrocket. There are some simple energy saving techniques that can help you lower electricity bills in the summertime.


Reducing energy costs can be easy and the savings can be dramatic. Many energy reducing strategies require no money and little change in routine, while others require large financial commitments.


Energy costs are soaring! While homeowners are frantically looking for ways to save money, most don't realize that their dollars are readily escaping through one of the biggest holes in their home - their fireplace.


Reduce Energy Consumption in a Commercial Building

If your business operates in a large commercial building, you may find that your electric bill accounts for a relatively large portion of your monthly expenses.


Take advantage of the many tools to help you find a fuel efficient car that is right for you. Your environmental consciousness may also help you save money through tax incentives, and it will help you do your part to reduce your carbon footprint.


Seed bombs (also known as seed balls) aren't always the domain of  guerilla gardeners  – they're actually a great way to propagate seeds, especially on a large scale or in poor soils.


As the price of heating fuel continues to rise, home owners can take the following steps to lower heating bills. While a few suggestions are more costly and will structurally improve your home, others are easier suggestions to seal your home and keep heat in.


A significant portion of household energy expenditures is spent on running appliances. In addition to helping to protect the environment by reducing energy consumption, conserving energy at home will save you money as well.


For all of human history, people have managed to feed themselves, either by  fishing ,  hunting ,  gathering  and/or subsistence farming. Now, with large-scale food production, gardening is often only a hobby.


There are lots of ways you can reduce water pollution, but rain gardens may be the most beautiful of them. A rain garden is a bowl or basin in your yard that captures rainwater from your roof, sidewalks, and driveways, and allows it to soak into the soil instead of carrying runoff pollution into local watersheds as stormwater runoff.


Lower Electric Bills With a Whole House Meter

As gas prices rise, consumers are looking to cut their energy usage. You can do this at home by investing in a whole house meter. The meter plugs into your home's electrical circuits to monitor how many watts you are using from day to day, and how much it will cost you at the end of the month, so there aren't any surprises on your electric bill.


Build a Self‐Feeding Self‐Watering Garden Bed

Wicking worm beds are similar to raised vegetable garden beds. They were developed by Colin Austin, a retired engineer living in Queensland, Australia.


Buy a Right Rainwater Tank for Your Home

Rainwater Tanks are ideal for beating water restrictions. Water stored in them can be used for gardening, washing clothes, flushing toilets. Buying a right rainwater tank needs some factors to look upon.


Whether you dream about living in the wide open space of the country or getting away from the throw-away society, you can still be more self sufficient at home in a busy city.


Xeriscaping is a form of gardening that focuses on plants and gardening practices that can be maintained with low water levels. The term was coined by the Denver Water Department in 1978, from the Greek word for "dry," and xeriscaping has been promoted increasingly since then wherever water is a limited resource.


The average  lawn  size in the U.S. is about 1/5 of an acre, or a little less than 9,000 square feet, and it takes at least 624 gallons (2,362.1 L) of water to apply 1" of water on 1,000 square feet of  lawn .


Water covers 70% of the Earth, but only 3% of it is clean and suitable for human consumption. Even if you live in an area with ample rainfall, using water requires energy to process, pump, heat, re-pump, and reprocess it.


This article outlines how to build a low-cost solar panel to heat water. It uses components normally available from glazing companies, home improvement and car parts shops.


Run Your House Minimally Using Solar Power

Unless you have $20K (US) or more to invest, running a typical household "off grid" is not possible; what many people take for granted as "essential", such as air conditioners and refrigerators, are huge energy-sucking monsters.


Use your existing roof and insulation membrane to supply solar heated air to your home. Whenever the roof is heated by the sun the air trapped underneath is naturally heated ,it then rises to the highest point where you can collect it to heat your home.


Solar power is becoming more and more common, so if you're thinking of switching you may want to try reading the information below to find out what is entailed and what you'll need to get started.


As residential solar technology advances, solar panel prices drop dramatically, photovoltaic (PV) inverters become more efficient than ever before, and environment issues increase day by day, solar PV systems have gradually been approved by the public and are helping each family generate electricity.


Solar cells convert the sun's energy into electricity, similar to the way plants convert the sun's energy into food through photosynthesis. Solar cells work by using the sun's energy to enable electrons in semiconducting materials to move from orbits close to the nuclei of their atoms to higher orbits where they can conduct electricity.


Solar energy is one of the fastest growing alternative energies in the world. Though building an entire solar panel takes a degree of skill and patience, even a beginner can apply the same principles to create a small solar cell.


A solar inverter functions to convert the direct current (DC) generated by solar panels into the alternating current (AC) which is used by families.


The roof’s attic in any house acts as a buffer against heat and cold. It protects and at the same time keeps existing house temperatures at a comfort level.


To shed a little light in a garage or a homemade fort consider creating a DIY solar bottle bulb. This bulb should not be used inside a permanent structure as it can cause permanent damage to the roof as well as invite outdoor elements into the home.


Do you want to get clean, renewable energy for free? Cut down on your monthly power bill? Try making your own solar panels! These cost a fraction of commercial panels and work great!


Solar panel maintenance is important because insufficient care for solar panels can reduce the amount of energy that these panels generate for your home.


Solar energy is energy given off in the form of light and heat. There are many ways to turn this into energy we can use, from the high- to low-tech.


TV Advertisements that promote the use of solar-powered systems have become widespread in Australia. This has somehow led to an increase in the number of suburban homes using solar panels.


The Fun-Panel solar panel cooker can be built in less than an hour from a single cardboard box and some aluminum foil. This is significant because traditional solar panel cookers such as the Cook kit often require a large sheet of cardboard for construction.


A solar PV installer provides you with the credentials to set yourself apart from the competition. Be prepared to effectively install a solar energy system, with the skills and experience to build a solid career.


Heat Make Up Water for a Boiler System Using Solar Energy

The transfer of heat to water is essential in any form of heating water. Whether done by using gas, propane, or electrical some type of heat transfer is needed in order to complete the process.


The process of splitting water (H2O) into its atomic components (hydrogen and oxygen) using electricity is known as electrolysis. Here's how to do it.


Around the world, solar ovens or "solar cookers" are increasingly used to reduce reliance on firewood and other fuels. Even if you have electricity, a solar oven can be an effective, energy-saving addition to your cooking tools.


In an effort to save water and utilize the environment, a rain barrel is an easy and excellent tool for collecting recyclable water. However, proper cleaning and maintenance are necessary in order to keep the rain barrel in prime condition, keeping your water clear and clean, as well as preventing pests from residing in the barrel and your yard.


Deserts are areas that receive less than 10 inches (250 mm) of precipitation a year. They are hot and dry during the day and cold at night. The most important thing you need in a desert is water.


Did you know the average roof collects 600 gallons (2,271.2 L) of water for every inch of rainfall? Don't let all that water go to waste! You can make a rainwater collection system for under a hundred dollars and store hundreds of gallons of water to use for your garden or other purposes.


Convert Any Toilet to a Low Flush Toilet

Toilets  use the most water in our homes. Every day, Americans flush 4.8 billion gallons of water down the toilet.   [1]   Reducing the amount of water that your toilet is flushing away will go a long way to saving water in your home and helping to conserve it generally.


Cow dung is a plentiful, potentially valuable organic agricultural by-product that you can often get for free or even have someone pay you to "take off their hands" (eww).


Biodiesel is an alternative fuel for diesel engines made from vegetable oil and/or animal fat. Since it is derived from renewable organic materials and has been shown to reduce certain harmful emissions when burned compared to conventional diesel, biodiesel has received wide attention as a "green" source of energy.


A wind turbine is a simple mechanical device similar to the windmill. The blades of your turbine will catch air currents, using that motion to transmit mechanical energy along a drive shaft.


As consumers and people around the world become more environmentally aware, clean energy, also known as green energy or renewable energy, is swiftly becoming the preferred option when it comes to electricity.


Use the Conservation and Renewable Energy Inquiry and Referral Service

The Earth is undergoing an energy crisis in which dwindling resources and repercussions from the use of certain sources of energy are affecting the environment and economy.


Now, almost everyone has heard of biodiesel, but few know that this environmentally friendly diesel fuel replacement can be made in a corner of a garage, using waste vegetable oil as the main ingredient.


As a part of the push for energy independence, generating your own electricity is one of the best things you can do. Even with a little generated electricity, you can charge your mobile phone or computer, run TV and all media connections, put high efficiency lights anywhere.


Fossil fuels are non-renewable materials such as petroleum (oil and gas) and coal. In addition to causing local air pollution, the burning of fossil fuels releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere and contributes to climate change.


In 1898, Rudolf Diesel was granted a US patent for his invention of the diesel engine but did you know that his original intention was for his engine to run off vegetable oil?


Determine the Best Source of Green Energy

Green energy is a form of energy that does not rely on fossil fuels. It is also known as renewable energy. To determine the best source of green energy for where you are located, you'll need to know a little about the energy sources, their availability and costs.


Conserving energy is an important way to reduce strain on the environment and bring down electricity expenses. Taking measures like reassessing how much you need to use appliances, using lights only when necessary, and insulating your home can go a long way toward shrinking your carbon footprint.


Calculate the Energy Payback Time when Investing in New Equipment

If you are considering  investing in new technology  in your house with a view to saving money on your energy bill, you should  do the calculations  to make sure it is really worth doing.


Safely Turn off the Pilot Lights on Your Gas Stove

Keeping your pilot lights on when they are not in use can lead to high gas bills and unnecessary carbon monoxide gas in your home. It is also a serious safety hazard if you turn off the pilot on your stove incorrectly, as the gas that comes from your stove can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning and may be fatal.


Most household appliances have a wattage label on the back or bottom. This label lists the maximum amount of power the appliance can draw. To estimate total energy use, you'll want to convert this to kilowatt hours, or kWh.


Most people are very concerned about reducing their energy use, whether it is for financial reasons, or environmental concerns. Follow the advice below to help reduce your energy use during cooking.


Explore and Overcome the Limitations of Philosophy

Philosophy and religion generally play a central role in life not just for us as individuals, but also affects us on a far more complex level. Governments as well as non government organisations run on their own or inspired philosophies and everyone, everywhere lives to their own set of values.


In the United States, more than 60 percent of bankruptcies are the result of unaffordable medical bills. To avoid putting your financial health at risk, always buy health and dental insurance that provides adequate coverage for your needs at a competitive price.


Winter can be a tough time for fuel savings, with the car forced to work harder in colder weather. Yet, it is both possible and easy to save gas with sensible driving and good car care during the winter season.


Nicotine use (smoking, smokeless tobacco, inhaled e-cigarettes) is one of the most prominent causes of health related anomalies and disease. Smoking/nicotine cessation is a preventative measure to reduce burden of disease as well as prevent cancer, lung disease/complication, heart disease, vascular complications and stroke.


Enhance Your Understanding of Different Religions

In modern societies, billions of people are in constant contact with each other. Frequently, you find them from a diverse cultural and geographical background.


Calorimeters are used to measure potential energy. A calorie is the energy it takes to heat 1 mL of water 1 degree Celsius. These calories are not the same as those used to refer to food on nutrition labels, dietary plans, etc.,


Maybe you feel like your friends have suddenly hit a growth spurt and you're lagging seriously behind. Maybe the rest of your family is really tall and you're wondering if you can do anything to catch up.


Blocking myostatin could increase your muscle mass. The only known way to block myostatin is through medical interventions like gene therapy and myostatin inhibitor drugs.


Boost Your Energy Level in the Afternoon

Work days are long enough without having to deal with afternoon sluggishness. Many times when 2 or 3pm rolls around, we're yawning and considering taking a short snooze to help wake us up.


Become Involved in Medical Research Studies

Medical research studies are a crucial step in developing new medicines and treatments. For this, they need a steady stream of volunteers to test the safety and effectiveness of new treatments.


Want to become a very healthy person? It's all about making gradual changes. Following the steps in this article offer several benefits for you: lower risk of several cancers and diseases, a possibly leaner frame, and the chance to live a long and happy life.


No one likes being sick. From the runny nose and scratchy throat of a cold to the fever and vomiting of the flu, being sick can seriously slow you down.


Becoming healthy is a process that involves time, commitment, and effort. Although it's important to pay attention to the health of our bodies, we should not overlook the health of our mental and emotional states and social relationships, all of which factor into a well-rounded approach to healthy living.


Are you looking for an entry level job in a pharmacy? Consider becoming an assistant pharmacist. You'll be responsible for dealing with customers, restocking the pharmacy, typing up prescriptions, and other clerical tasks.


You have a mind of your own. Doctors can't know everything. Perhaps some people trust doctors a little too much. They expect miracles, then blame the doctor when things turn out to be less than what they imagined.


Being ill is never fun. However, if you notice yourself feeling a little sad about your illness, you definitely aren’t imagining it. Many symptoms caused by illness closely mirror depressive symptoms, so it’s no wonder you’re feeling a little blue.


Training materials are a necessary part of any program or activity that involves knowledge acquisition and retention. The best approach to developing instructional materials is to start by examining the training plan and available resources.


Document Your Child's Educational Milestones

Your child's educational milestones are really important, but even more than that, they're a lot of fun to look back on both for you and your child.


Develop a Self Disciplined Routine for Online Studying

The creation and expansion of the internet has literally changed the world as we know it. In the world of education, development of online courses has given those who find it difficult or impossible to attend traditional classroom sessions the opportunity to learn a skill, enhance their resume, obtain a degree or just learn for enjoyment.


This article gives an overview of how to effectively deal with intellectual dissatisfaction after going through the IB program.


People who are not visually impaired know how a certain color looks, but how would you describe a color to someone who is blind? When you consider that even sighted people see colors differently, this subjective task can be difficult.


Defining success can be difficult as the term itself is so abstract. In order to define success, take a look at your own personal goals, interests, and passions.


Don't know what to do after high school? Here are some ideas.


CAU stands for controlled assessed unit in GCSE science. Depending on what the context you've been given, you need to prepare yourself for the questions.


A study guide is a tool you can learn to make yourself to take the stress out of studying. When you've got a textbook, a binder full of lecture notes, and a bunch of homework and worksheets, it can be hard to know where to start.


Do you need an idea on what to do for a science fair? Well this is the right site for you because here is a great idea. Check it out.


Create an Unschooling High School Transcript

Unschool is a nontraditional approach to education that focuses on a child’s curiosity, interests, and strengths. Unlike homeschoolers, people who are unschooled don’t follow any set curriculum.


There are 3,600 seconds in 1 hour. The easiest way to convert seconds to hours is to divide the number of seconds by 3,600. To understand the reason for this conversion, it can be helpful to set up conversion tables, in which you first convert the number of seconds to minutes, and then the number of minutes to hours.


If the deck is just eating your tape and you can't rewind or fast forward, cleaning the deck as follows may help the tape start playing smoothly again.


Studying randomly might be the worst mistake any student can make. It only leads to failure. To be organized, you have to create your own studying plan to decide what will you study and when, and manage your priorities in order to be more successful.


You can write many different types of business letters during your working years. You might be selling a product, inquiring about a job or writing other business correspondence.


Circumvent RCN's Block on Port 80 Incoming Traffic

RCN's internet service blocks incoming traffic on port 80. This prevents you from running a webserver on your home network that is accessible from the internet, unless you feel like telling everyone to tack additional characters onto the URL.


Check Your Computer's System Information

This wikiHow teaches you how to view your computer's hardware and software specifications.


Choose Devices for Testing Your Mobile App

The biggest problem about testing your app manually is to cover the wide range of devices made for this purpose. Many developers and testers get stuck here due to the abundance of smartphone models and limitless fragmentation.


When choosing an Rx-Affiliate Program, it's important to pick a program that best combines an attractive commission package with attentive program management and the most flexible range of products.


This article explains how to determine whether your computer/server is running a 32-bit or 64-bit version of a MS Windows Operating System.


Confused about the differences between DLP and LCD rental projectors? This may help.


Small form factor (SFF) PCs use less power, take up less space (sometimes called footprint), and are generally quieter. They're not laptops and they need a keyboard and monitor separately plugged in.


This article will teach you how to check the last reboot time on a Linux or UNIX server (this will also work for Mac OSX). This can be useful for many things.


As you go through the life of owning a mobile phone, or any phone for that matter, you will begin to make mistakes. Maybe one day it's giving a girl your number and then finding out she's insane, and then another day it's signing up for something and having a thousand telemarketers call you each day.


The Mophie Juice Pack is a rechargeable external battery case specially made for the iPhone. This battery not only protects your phone, but provides it with 100% back up battery in the case that your iPhone dies.


Your CPU speed determines how fast your process can perform tasks. CPU speeds matter less than they did in the past, thanks to the advent of multi-core processors.


Every computer operating system and Internet browser provides you with the option to change the language of the user interface, text, menus, dialog boxes, and more.


Having a pet is rewarding, but it can be hard work as well. If you are well prepared, do your research, and love your pet unconditionally, caring for a pet doesn't have to be back-breaking.


Maybe you have a pet or are thinking of getting one. It's important that you understand how to take care of a pet properly. Many pets are very loving creatures, and they are relying on you for proper care.


The American Wirehair is a unique offshoot of the American Shorthair. To produce a true Wirehair, both parents must also be wirehaired. The cat has a wiry, almost bristly coat, and it is a relatively hearty cat.


Change Your Keyboard or Display Language in iOS

Not everyone is a fluent English speaker or has a good understanding of the English language. That’s why most devices have options to change your keyboard or display language.


Change Your IP Address With Snow Leopard

So you need to change your IP address because its just plain dam simple? This article will help you do just that!


During the holiday season, your pets may be exposed to a number of holiday guests, festivities, and new situations that may cause them to feel shy, or threatened.


Change the 2013/2014 TDSB Desktop Wallpaper

So not too long ago, the TDSB implemented what seemed to be an "unchangeable" desktop wallpaper. It was originally speculated that it was just an image that was being displayed over the actual desktop.


If you have an animal that may be anxious or scared, then this guide is for you. Most of these actions will calm most animals, but some may not work on one species like they do on another.


Exotic animals require special diets and have special enclosure and veterinary needs that are often very expensive and are required for as long as that animal lives.


If you realize that you need to feed your pets better quality food, but are not sure on where to purchase them, this article will give you a few hints.


As much as you love your pet, there are probably going to be times when he misbehaves. As a responsible pet owner, you should understand that there is a right way and wrong way to reprimand your pet.


Have you just bought your first home and want to fill it up with adorable pets? Or are you a child and have convinced your parents to let you get one?


If you want to show the rest of the world how special your pet is, you might want to enter it in the local county fair or pet show. Some Breeders spend years training for these events because it isn't easy to get into a winning cycle.


It is important for a pet owner's pets to have a healthy coat of fur. There are many reasons a pet's fur can lose its shine and most are easily fixed.


Animals all over need our help. They are endangered and abused. All animals deserve to live. You can help them. Go to theanimalhelper.com to learn more about helping animals.


You’re thinking about adopting or rescuing another pet. However, too many pets can put a strain on your time, energy, finances, resources, and living space.


Manage to Get a Good Shot for Your Pet Portrait

You may have a hard time in getting pictures of your pet for your pet portraits. Your pet may be a camera-shy one or he might simply dislike to be captured by a camera.


The layout and design of a commercial kitchen will have a significant influence on the functionality and the potential success of any food service operation.


A buffet is a great idea if you’re having a lot of guests over for a meal. This type of meal allows the guests to line up and choose which foods they would like to eat, as they move from one end of the serving station to the other.


A full-course meal is a meal that serves more than three courses. These meals are usually extravagant events in honor of someone or a particular event.


It's a very important deal to  give your pets attention  and  love . And pets love to play! They will feel loved and satisfied after playing with you, and this is good for both of you, because the pet will also be tired enough to sleep for some hours.


Philz is a coffee shop native to Northern California, and their dedication to quality coffee has gotten them a devoted and rabid fan base. Founded by Phil Jaber, Philz prides itself on hand crafting every cup to every customer's specifications.


Foodborne illness, also known food poisoning, happens when someone gets sick after eating contaminated food. Reporting suspected food poisoning is important in case multiple people have gotten sick from the same establishment.


Restaurant drive throughs are very handy when you need to grab a bite or get a family dinner quickly on the way home from work. People aren't always sure how to handle ordering at one.


During the malting process, grains like corn or barley begin to germinate and sprout. This process releases enzymes that interact with yeast in the distillation or brewing process.


Beer can be paired with food in a myriad of ways. Finding the right style of beer to pair with a particular dish is as simple as learning about each component's flavor and aroma profiles and proceeding accordingly.


Whipple cream is a type of clay that you use to make toy and decorative baked goods. Whipple cream is meant to resemble whipped cream and is not edible.


Party favors give your guests a memento of the event. They don't have to be expensive and if your budget is tight, and you are smart, you can use the favours as decorations during the event, perhaps at the tables or in a display.


Sea salt, sometimes called Bay Salt or Solar salt, is produced when water evaporates from sea water. It is often produced on islands, such as the Cayman Islands and the Philippines, and in coastal regions of larger countries.


Kawaii is the Japanese term that equates to "cute" in English. It is applied to a wide range of things from fashion style, to toys, to stationery, and even to food.


Make Orange Jelly with Kyaut Kyaw Powder

This tutorial will teach you how to make orange jelly easily. Orange Jelly is good for those who have high blood pressure.


Convince Your Spouse to Let a Parent Move In

So, the tables have turned. Instead of you living with your parents, Mom or Dad wants to move in with you! Unfortunately, your significant other may not be very pleased with the arrangement.


Convince a Reluctant Relative to Visit a Doctor

Although it's not uncommon for someone to dread going to the doctor, you may struggle to figure out what to do when someone you care about is in need of medical care but refusing treatment.


You're making a cake, and you just want some blue icing, but you have no idea how to make some! Well, now you do! Just follow these simple steps, and you'll have some blue icing ready to go!


Getting children to eat certain foods can often be a tricky task, especially for those that are more picky than others. For some helpful tips to make a meal everyone will love, read on!


Don't you love those little crunchy bits of partially popped popcorn in the bottom of the popcorn bowl? Unfortunately, there is typically only a handful of them in each bag.


With today's busy schedules, many families eat separately. Dinner time is a perfect time to spend reconnecting with your family members. Here are a few tips to help you and your family get to know one another better.


While substituting other vegetables for potatoes to create delicious, crispy fries is becoming more and more popular, you've probably never thought of using fruit.


Convince Parents to Find Time for Themselves

Many articles tell you how to let parents know that you need time for yourself or convince parents that you need your space. Very few people realize that after certain age, your parents become your responsibility and these concerns get flipped around.


Confront Family About Stealing Your Medication

It is always devastating to find a family member has been stealing drugs from you. It can be a painful realization, but it's important to confront the family member in question.


Contact Half Siblings Who Do Not Know About You

Reaching out to long lost family members can be a frightening yet exhilarating process, especially when the family member is a half-sibling whom you’ve never met.


Come in Contact With the Father You Have Never Met

Fathers may be absent from their children’s lives for many reasons. Sometimes, a breakdown in the relationship between the parents means that a father loses all contact with his child.


If you are in the situation of caring for an obese family member, you may be concerned about their health. Here is how to encourage their health and self esteem, and keep your relationship positive.


Choose Educational Tech Toys for Your Kids

When kids use technology, they don’t just have to be glued to video games or tablets. There are many educational tech toys on the market that can entertain your child while teaching them a variety of skills.


If you want to heal from abuse, you have to untangle yourself from your family's dysfunctional rules. These patterns of shaming behavior are the "rules of family shame" which helped block the natural unfolding of you into a healthy and happy human being.


Preschool toys can be as simple as a set of blocks or as advanced as an electronic handheld learning game. Whatever shape they take, preschool toys should be safe, age appropriate, and developmentally supportive.


Bond with Family Distracted by Their Electronics

In our digital world, it can be difficult to put down the phone and connect with others in a meaningful way. You may struggle to bond with family members who are distracted by their laptops, their smartphones, or their tablets.


Your family, whether distant or close, is important to you. The aging of a close relative can take a toll on everyone around them. When faced with an aging relative, many people choose to take their relative's care into their own hands.


While parents don’t have complete control over whether their children mature into healthy, thriving, and contributing members of society, they can make a positive impact.


Flying a remote controlled airplane can be a fun hobby, but it can also get expensive. Luckily, you can cut the costs by building your own plane from scratch.


Popsicle or craft stick and clothespin airplanes are an easy craft suitable for young children to make. They can be decorated and colored, enabling you to personalize the airplane in any way that you like.


A crucial part of building a scale model is the painting, as this is what gives the model the nice finish. Although the painting should be treated as important, the construction of the actual model is more important.


Simulate a Model Using Finite Element Method

Now that you have familiarized yourself with 3D modeling and drafting, it is time to move onto simulation. In today’s manufacturing process, if the part(s) don't pass simulation they don’t proceed to prototyping.


Do you have a model car that is unpainted that you'd like to paint? You'll need to prepare it for being painted. This article can give you these details.


Paper airplanes are really flimsy and often don't fly as well as you'd like. Luckily, there a couple of methods for creating paper gliders that use simple physics to fly with much more grace and ease.


Do you have a die cast car that you'd like to paint? Keep reading to find out how.


This is a fairly simple knot that can be useful for securing ropes to trees, posts, or other things that stand upright. With this knot, it's fairly easy to adjust the length of the rope if you need to.


Remove Paint from Metal and Plastic Models with Dettol

There comes a time in every hobbyist's life when he looks at his painted models and thinks "I really want to start over." The only problem is it's so darn hard!


Cribbage  is an old, popular board game, both timeless and endlessly fun. If you're a fan of cribbage and woodworking, you might have wondered how difficult it would be to make your own cribbage board.


The bowline is the "King of Knots" in the boating world.   [1]   The bowline, pronounced 'Bowlin' not 'bow-line', is secure, easy to make and unties easily even after being subjected to a heavy load.


Golf isn't just a matter of courses and balls––it's also a fun card game that can be played with two or more people. As with many card games, people have created countless variations.


A carrick bend (also known as a Sailor's Knot, Sailor's Hitch, Josephine Knot, Sailor's Bend, or Anchor Bend) is a simple, jam-proof knot that is most commonly used to append a shorter piece of rope or cable to a longer one.


To ensure that every player in a card game gets an even amount of cards, they need to be dealt out. There's a few strategies to do this.


Big Two is a popular playing card game all throughout Asia. The object of the game is to be the first to get rid of all your cards. Ideally played with four people, big two is simple to pick up and quick to play.


Belote is a very interesting card game for 4 people.Here are a few steps to learn and play it.


Make a Bidding Box for Bridge with an Extra Card Deck

Have you always wanted a bidding box for Bridge but neither you can not find or want to buy one? Keep reading to learn a way to get one with an extra deck.


In most versions of Blackjack, when you are dealt a pair (two of the same card), you have the option to  split  them into two new hands. You are dealt two more cards (one for each new hand) and your bet is doubled.


Virtual worlds are computer-based simulated environments that you enter with an avatar and sometimes interact with other users inside. Most virtual worlds allow for multiple users and have 2D or 3D graphics.


Ever wanted to escape from everyone else? Ever wanted to feel like you are in The Bridge to Terabithia or Narnia? Well, this is for you!


Creating or escaping to fantasy worlds can be a fun thing to do when you're bored. Here's how to create one.


Do you want something different to play when your friends come over? How about school! You can transform your room into a classroom, make worksheets, and be a teacher!


Invent Your Own World and Transfer It To Your Dreams

The real world can be a dark and confusing place. It can be lonely, it can be scary, and you might wish you could just escape to somewhere where everything is different.


Playing restaurant is a fun kids game that is easy to set up. This game lets you use your imagination to create a restaurant, make a menu, prepare the food, and have fun inside your restaurant.


Have you been lonely lately? Then maybe you can play school at home with friends, siblings, or anyone else that you know. It's fun and you can work on your teaching skills such as teaching math, science, and any other subjects.


Role playing games are a fun way to build your own fantasy universe and explore it through a character of your own creation. With an RPG of your own invention, you don't have to worry about shelling out money for game guides or online subscriptions.


Tired of all those restrictions in your country, or do you just want to find a hobby? It doesn't matter how old you are, creating a micronation is a great way to have fun, meet people, and be the boss of your property!


For certain types of people, especially those with a knack for acting, pretending to have amnesia can be a fun way to mess with your friends a bit, and have a few laughs.


After watching Frozen, many people want to be like Elsa and have her ice powers. Unfortunately, you can't actually have these powers unless you were born with them.


Are you hopelessly bored? Need company? Or badly want a pet? Well, what better to do than make and own an imaginary pet!


Sasuke Eternal Mangekyou, also known as EMS Sasuke, is a character in Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 3 that can be unlocked after completing the game’s main story called “Ultimate Adventure.”


Want to be a train? Follow these instructions and chug along!


Are you determined to convince others that you are a dark creature of the night? Well, here's a guide to help you accomplish that without looking like a freak.


LARPing usually involves fighting with either latex or boffer weapons. This is a guide to the basics of sword on sword fighting.


Interested in exploring the dark secrets of the unimaginably vast cosmos? Aren't we all. Unfortunately, in the role playing 'Game Call of Cthulhu' by Chaosium, the terrible monsters of the Cthulhu Mythos can be a bit tough to defeat.


Finding and joining an existing roleplaying group isn't always a viable option. These instructions are designed to provide you with the resources you need to start a group that lasts, from finding players with similar interests to overcoming conflicts once your group has started meeting.