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Efflorescence is the result of water soluble salts building up over time on the porous surface of bricks. It isn't harmful to the bricks, it just doesn't look good. Efflorescence is easily removed if you catch it right away. Using a stiff scrubbing brush,...

Any time you start a fire, you’re at risk of potentially catching nearby structures and other objects on fire. If you’ve chosen to burn paper rather than disposing of it in a different way, make sure that you’re not putting nearby structures at risk. To b...

You’ve been going to the gym and have noticed this really cute girl working out at the same time as you. You want to approach her and get to know her better, but also don’t want to offend her or get shot down. By being aware of the common pitfalls people...

Air blowing across the coils in your air conditioning system can cause dust and other debris to stick to the coils. Systems with dirty coils use more energy than those with clean coils and cool spaces less efficiently. By annually cleaning the evaporator...

Gold is a very beautiful metal that can be found in jewelry, coins, watches and more. You may have just bought a new piece and want to see if it’s real, or test the genuineness of an old family heirloom. Testing gold with vinegar is a simple method to see...

Jace Norman is the 3 years running Kids’ Choice Awards “Favorite Male TV Star.” He plays the lead role in the television show Henry Danger on Nickelodeon, and has debuted in multiple other Nickelodeon TV shows and movies. Meeting him is a dream for many,...

Lime scooters are a recent addition to the commuting scene in many cities around the US. They can provide a feeling of freedom for city-dwellers without cars, allowing them to get around without walking, taking public transit, or using a rideshare app. If...

Milia, also called "milk spots," look a bit like whitehead pimples, but they’re actually small cysts caused by trapped bits of the protein keratin. They usually go away within 2 weeks to 6 months and are completely harmless, but some people dislike how th...

The EGC (electrocardiogram) is used to measure a patient’s heart’s electrical activity. The test is commonly used to check for many heart conditions, from coronary heart disease to a heart arrhythmia. If you’re a medical professional, you may find yoursel...

Activated charcoal is charcoal that’s been specially treated to have lots of internal pores. It’s good at trapping chemicals and preventing their absorption. Activated charcoal is trending, and there are many different things you can use it in. You can us...

Beanie Babies are popular stuffed animals that were released in the early 1990s, and many people started collecting them so they could sell them later. Even though only a few Beanie Babies have become valuable since they were released, you can still sell...

If you live and work in the United Kingdom, you'll need a National Insurance (NI) number. This number ensures that the taxes you pay throughout the year are recorded against your name. The number consists of 2 letters, 6 numbers, and 1 letter at the end (...

If you are in the market for a new swimsuit, shapewear, or a hiking backpack, you’re probably wondering how to find the torso measurement salespeople and shopping sites ask you for. For backpacks, your torso length is a measured vertically between two poi...

If you’re having trouble getting or maintaining an erection, you might be worried that you have erectile dysfunction (ED). Difficulty sustaining an erection is the most common symptom of ED, although there are some other signs of this disorder that you sh...

Toothaches can cause severe pain that impacts your daily life. While all tooth pain should be checked by your dentist, you may not be able to get an appointment right away. Luckily, there are several home remedies you can use that can relieve your pain un...

There are a couple of ways to cut asphalt using common power tools. To make long, straight cuts, it’s most effective to use a circular saw equipped with a diamond blade. For shorter cuts or cuts that aren’t straight, the easiest way to do it is by using a...