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How to Get Rid of Nicotine Stains on Walls
If you have yellow or brown stains on your walls, it's possible that they're from nicotine. There are several ways you can begin to remove the stains, such as mixing white vinegar with warm water and baking soda, or by using a dry cleaning sponge. If it's...
How to Remove and Replace a Sink Stopper
It's time to replace your sink stopper—but with all the parts and pieces around and below your sink drain, you aren't completely sure how to get started. As far as home repairs go, replacing a pop-up sink stopper is pretty low on the difficulty curve, and...
How to Stop Alcohol Withdrawal Shakes
Tremors, or “the shakes,” are a common symptom of alcohol withdrawal. While these tremors usually occur in the hands, they can happen anywhere in the body. Alcohol withdrawal shakes can be uncomfortable and frightening, but fortunately, there are steps yo...
How to Promote Ethical Behavior in the Workplace
Are you constructing fresh guidelines for workplace decorum? Are you taking over the managerial role at an office where employees aren’t necessarily acting morally? Regardless of your role, clear and specific standards of conduct are the foundation of an...
How to Total a Column on Google Sheets on PC or Mac
If you need to find the total of a column when you're using Google Sheets, look no further than the SUM function. You can create a simple formula with SUM that quickly adds all cells in any column. SUM also works to add values in rows, as well as in range...
How to Track a Package Without a Tracking Number
A tracking number allows you to follow the delivery of a package as it’s being shipped. If you’re in a situation where you don’t have a tracking number, many of the major package delivery companies now have free tools that allow you to track your package...
How to Get Wood Stain Out of Clothes
Wood stain can be very difficult to remove from clothing items. The trick is to catch the stain early and act quickly! Try washing the garment in warm water with color-safe bleach. You might also try rubbing the stain with mineral spirits or acetone (for...
How to Set an Alarm with Alexa
This wikiHow teaches you how to set alarms using voice commands with your Alexa-enabled devices such as the Amazon Echo or Echo Dot. You can set a one-time or repeating alarm using voice commands as well as manage your alarms from the Alexa app.
How to Attend TED Talks
Attending a TED (Technology, Entertainment and Design) conference can be a potentially life changing event, as you will be able to listen, share, and interact with great thinkers from all over the world in a variety of fields. If you have US$5,000 budget...
How to Diagnose Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid cancer is a rare cancer with 4 different types. The risk and treatment for each type can vary by age. Thyroid cancer is slow-growing, and typically has no symptoms in the early stages. Fortunately, most forms of thyroid cancer are very treatable,...
How to Measure Dress Length
Measuring the length of a dress can come in handy if you are trying to sell a dress online. You may also need these measurements if you are planning to purchase a dress and want to be sure it will fit you. Determining dress length can be done easily with...
How to Earn a Michelin Star
Over 100 years ago, the Michelin tire company developed a guide to help French motorists find lodging on the road. These days, the Michelin Guide is now exclusively devoted to fine dining. Restaurants are rated with 1, 2, or 3 highly coveted stars. The pr...
How to Teach Dance
Teaching dance is an incredibly satisfying job — you get to watch your students embrace movement while discovering new things about themselves. When teaching young children to dance, it's all about getting imaginative and keeping the class moving. For old...
How to Take Topamax for Weight Loss
If your weight is causing severe health problems, there may still be hope. Your doctor may prescribe Topamax (generic name topiramate) to help reduce food cravings and your appetite. Because of its potentially severe side effects, Topamax should only be...
How to Prune a Dappled Willow
Pruning a dappled willow is much like pruning any dense hedge type plant. You should do extensive pruning in winter or early spring, such as thinning out the plant. However, you can also shape the plant near the end of summer, as well as prune it to open...
How to Keep Flies Off Dogs
If your home has a fly infestation, your dog may be suffering more than you know. Not only can flies annoy dogs, but fly bites can also irritate the skin and cause infections. Getting flies off of your dog and preventing further bites can be as simple as...