Choosing The Right Awning Fabric

As you shop for an outdoor awning, you will find many types of
fabric. Just as with anything you buy, especially something
subjected to outdoor elements, you want the best. With so many
companies vying for your business, awning fabric is getting some
special attention with the use of new materials, technologies,
and methods. For example, one type of awning fabric is actually
supported by the Skin Cancer Foundation for blocking out 99.9%
of harmful UVa and UVb rays.

One of the most popular features associated with awning fabric
is it being waterproof. Of course, other important features
include durability, fade resistant, strength, and even a thicker
type of pigmentation. For this, you could choose a 14-ounce
fabric designed with double-sided color. The result is more
vibrancy and longer lasting color. This particular awning
fabric is also made with as many as five layers of material,
meaning more durability, strength, and protection from the sun,
rain, snow, and wind.

Then, some types of awning fabric are coated with acrylic, which
is another great option for blocking UV degradation. In
addition, acrylic coated material will also resist scratches
from trees or debris while providing you with a surface that is
easy to maintain and clean. You might also look at a two-ply,
5.5-mil vinyl layer. Again, color is protected better, being
able to resist facing for a number of years.

Leading awning manufacturers have also discovered that using an
inner layer of 9x9 1,000 Denier materials with filament Dacron
incorporated is one of the best ways to offer strength. Again,
while waterproof awning fabric is important, other benefits you
should consider is something flame resistant, and mildew
resistant. Probably one of the most innovative changes seen
with awning fabric is one whereby the design has stripes light
at the top, fading beautifully to a solid cream color. In
addition to looking great, the reason for this design is that
the awning helps hold temperature down so you can enjoy time
outside more comfortably.

Other possibilities for awning fabric include 600 Denier
polyester fabric made with a strong, Teflon coating, nylon
fabric coated with polyurethane, and 100% cotton number duck.
This last option for awning fabric comes in various widths
ranging from 36 to 144 inches. Additionally, you can purchase
rolls with up to 100 yards. For this reason, some people will
actually make their own awning. Just keep in mind that this
material is heavy so it requires special type stitching.

Awning fabric made by a company called Phifertex Leisure has
become quite popular. Made from 100% vinyl coated and woven
polyester, you can choose from a mesh design that is ideal for
awnings and gazebos. Finally, Strataglass is yet another
company hitting big marks with awning fabric. In this case, the
material is a press polished vinyl that is perfect for blocking
out the sun's hot rays and resisting scratches. To make this
awning fabric so special, a chemical additive is used, giving
the vinyl a beautiful blue color while also blocking out harmful
UV rays.

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Bees Wax; History and Origin

We have often been asked where wax comes from? Well there are many types of Waxes. Bees wax has been around for a while. There are many mentions of beeswax in historic writing such as the myth where Icarus son of Daedalus put on wings of wax and as he flew too close to the sun, it melted and Icarus fell to his death. The father with more experience flew closer to the ground and made it to Italy. In Roman times Pliny, lived from 23 AD to 79 AD and described white bees wax which he got by boiling yellow bees wax in salt water. This was then used in broth and feed to those with dysentery, it was also used as a skin softener.

Some beeswax to this day is used in cosmetics. Virgil the great Roman Poet (well I do not think the stuff is that good) wrote of an invention by Pan, who was the guardian of the bees (an ancient bee keeper man) made a flute of reeds held together by bees wax. During the Middle Ages wooden panels covered with beeswax was noted by Homer a Greek poet. Many Romans were honored by having statues made of them selves made in bees wax and thus today we have the Movie Land Wax Museum in LA. Romans also wore Death Masks as well occasionally. The Egyptians used wax figures of deities in funeral ceremonies and placed them in graves. In 400 BC Greek Historians say that Persian coated bodies were a form of embalming. The Assyrians covered bodies with bees wax and then dipped the bodies in honey? Hey honey, who knows? In 181 BC when the Romans defeated the Corsicans and imposed a tax of 100,000 lbs of bees wax.

The Romans demanded bees wax when they conquered the city of Trebizond in the first century AD. In Medieval European times wax was a a unit of trade for taxes or other. In 1330 farmers in one region of France paid 2 lbs of bees wax per year. On 1632 records show that the French Monastery called for rent of 600 lbs. of bees wax per year. Also in 1371 a petition was presented to the London Court of Alderman in behalf of the Worshipful Company of Wax Chandlers, which established them as the world's oldest English Guild. In 1483 the company received a Royal Charter with authority to oversee the craft of wax chandlery. And when faults were found to punish the offender, which included seizing the wax.

Candles of bees wax were at one time required by the Roman Catholic Church as the exclusive and only candles. The bees were brought to Puerto Rico by the church and the early priests and conquistadors. These same bees although dwarfed in comparison to the original bees are still habiting the island today. Today bee's wax is sometimes used in Automobile waxes but normally it is most used in furniture wax and polishes. You can make your own wax very easily, my ancestors did on the plantation on Cape Cod. First you need a couple of pots to boil in and a pot of hot water. Liquid Beeswax furniture polish is simple, use one quarter cup of ivory soap, one quarter pound of beeswax, 1 cup of turpentine and half a cup of water. Dissolve the soap in hot water, put the shaved wax into the turpentine and then slowly melt together, then pour the soap mixture into the mix and stir with a wooden spoon, once well stirred pour it into a glass jar and you have it, very easy. Bees wax cream furniture polish which can also be used on cars with lessened amount of turpentine is made by using and mixing quarter lb of beeswax, 2 cups of turpentine, quarter cup of liquid Ivory soap, 1 cup of warm to boiling water and quarter cup of pine oil. The only difference it you have to make sure all the beeswax is dissolved first and cool then mix it into the warm soapy water until it congeals and then reheat together and dissolve. If you reduce the turpentine content you can use it on your car too. It goes on smooth and it works good. Although, I am partial to Carnauba wax for cars for it's ease of use, but from a realistic standpoint of protection the carnauba only lasts three months while the beeswax melt might last slightly longer.

For solid beeswax furniture polish, which is preferred by the antique dealers we met on the back roads of NH, VT and Maine, all you do is use equal amounts of linseed oil, beeswax and turpentine. The finished product is golden brown and see through and looks rich in content. Now you have smelled lemon oil in furniture polish, which can easily be added to the boiling water during the process. There are many good waxes to use on cars that you would not put on surf boards, furniture or statues. Wax is found in the human ear also. There are two different types and your genetics dictate which one you have. Most plants have a thin protective coating of wax also. Most fruit and citrus trees and vegetables plants have wax on the fruit, leaves and vegetables they produce that we eat. Waxes are also produced by animals and also some fish. Other wax components are found in minerals and petroleum products and distillates. There are Polymer or synthetic, manufactured by man into various types of waxes. We get waxes from a variety of sources really.

The Carnauba we discussed is a preferred wax by many detailers. Carnauba wax is on the leaves of the carnauba palm trees. The best Carnauba wax comes from in my opinion the Palm Trees of Brazil. You can tell a good carnauba wax by the water beads up as you see when you detail your car. Candelilla wax comes from a plant that grows in parts of Mexico, Panama, Costa Rica, Nicaragua and Guatemala and sometimes in the southwestern United States. It is a brown wax and not only have people used it on cars it is used in phonograph records, floor dressings, and candles. Although it is the major component of candle wax, it is mixed in with other waxes normally in the candles we use in our homes.

Polymer wax includes the very popular Teflon, yes a polymer brand Name used by Dupont. Polymer wax is a chain of compounds made of petroleum sources and now a days from Corn products. Polymers, which are strung together are generally applied in specific thick nesses to clear coats on cars and depending on the mixture can be quite incredible indeed. So good in fact that they are often called sealants and some last as long as a year when applied in the right mixtures and thick nesses. The word Polymer is a very vague in this regard since polymers are used to make plastics, coatings and many other products.

Generally short chains of ethlenic polymers are the type that are used by professional automotive detailers and auto detailers a like. Many in the aviation industry use it when doing specialized aircraft cleaning. We estimate that 80% of all automotive detailing and aviation aircraft cleaning commercial wax is petroleum based wax. Petroleum wax is chemically inactive in a sense and probably why it is so widely preferred. It is also cheaper to make than to harvest and has tons of uses. You cannot smell it unless cleaners are added which is often the case, but still it will not react to cause odor.

Bayberry wax, which comes from the berries the shrub with that name is also used in candle making. How is this produced? From bees, the same wax in making hives. Bee's wax, is used for many things which are common to man; things such as candles, polishes, cosmetics (mostly make-up) crayons, flowers (artificial kind). Bee's Wax is another wax that yes you can use it on your car and it is hard to spread and it will give off a great shine. The problem is gathers dust too quick, but it does look cool.

Wool wax from animals is also common to man. Lanolin, it is called, after purification is used in soaps in the industry, and also cosmetics as well as certain ointments for first aid and which doctor stuff. Petroleum wax can also be made hard and then we get a new type of wax. Paraffin; used in paper products (cups, paper plates), graffiti, and petroleum jelly. All Synthetic waxes are compounds of hydrogen, carbon, oxygen, and/or chlorine. Chemists will forever be trying to make the perfect wax for cars, boats, Aircraft to protect us from the harsh climates on the surface of this little blue planet.

And these chemists are driven by desire and need and the possibilities are endless as new compounds are adding to existing ones to bring up whole new blending ideas, some will revolutionize our industry but most will simply be duds. Some will be hyped even though they do not really solve a problem or fix a need. Never the less, the race goes on to find the best and we should be thinking about what is in that product before we put it on a customers car, boat, aircraft or prize possession. This is what the professional detailer does, this is why we are experts in car care and call ourselves auto detailers, rejuvenation specialists and professional auto detailers.

There are so many types of waxes that we know of really. From the organic waxes discussed containing carbon materials, which melt at fairly low temperatures. The chemical and biological make-up of waxes is so diverse and complex as well as consideration for grades, properties, surface uses and life spans that to really understand waxes in depth, but I hope this has cleared up some of the complex issues concerning wax, how it is made and where it comes from.

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Get Audiophile Speaker Cables Without the Associated Price Tag

Most enthusiasts who move into high end audio for the first time are shocked by the sort of money real "high end" gear can cost. It's not surprising to see why - some outliers can easily be asking 4 and often into 5 figures for what is essentially two runs of wire. Even the connectors for some of these cables can fetch hundreds of dollars each. One needs to ask, are these prices justifiable? Moreover, is it possible to achieve similar levels of performance if you're just a common man on a modest income with a genuine love for music rather than a want for super expensive gear?

The answer to the above is a satisfying "yes".

As with many designs be it hi-fi, cars or even wine, once we approach the top of the pyramid, the returns per dollar dramatically decreases. I.e. you need to spend many times more money for only a small improvement. But most of us don't realise how easy it is to get some of these small improvements by buying smart.

Firstly, let's start with some facts. Speaker cable technology has not had any significant improvements since the dawn of the electronic age. There have been no real breakthrough in design or materials to make a significant impact on performance. This is not to say that all speaker cables are the same. Some are clearly better than others. But many cable companies have been so caught up in fancy marketing that they have missed the most important aspects of cable performance. This involves using the best of what we already know, and applying this to their products - the use of good materials.

Let's face it, the twisted pair design of speaker cable and in fact any communication cable, is second to none for superior noise rejection for both EM and RF induced noise. This is why all computer cables use twisted pair. It's simple, cheap and highly effective. What is left then is the fundamental building blocks of a cable - its materials. Only the use of good materials will mitigate problems relating to the most influential aspects of a cable's performance - its electrical properties.

So what are the best materials to use for speaker cable? There are two great value solutions. Pure silver and Teflon for those with still reasonably high budgets, or silver plating and PE for the less budget constrained.

Let's start with silver. Silver is a superior electrical conductor to copper. Most people don't even realise this simple fact. Superior conductance translates not only to lower resistance, but increased frequency response, reduced loss, and improved noise. Unfortunately, silver is an extremely expensive material compared to copper, which brings me to the point of dishonest manufacturers. Many companies too concerned about the impact on their profit margins (if they were to switch to silver) have spread myths about silver sounding bright. However something tells me that this is hardly truthful given the number of truly high end cables which inevitably use silver anyway. The best cables would be using a solid silver core, however a very close (and much cheaper) compromise would be to use silver plated copper.

The next thing to consider is the dielectric (or the insulation) around the conductor. The dielectric has direct impact on the physics of the electrons travelling in a wire. Increased dielectric strength is good for improved conducting qualities. The best and most practical dielectric is without doubt Teflon. However, for those of us with a budget, PE is a close second. Vinyl, however, is used in most cheap cable jackets and is not recommended.

Combine these two factors, and you have a truly great value cable with excellent sound and response. Silver is really great at extending the frequency range and improving clarity. And if you look around, you can pick these cables up on the internet for less than $15-20 a meter.

How to Build a Wooden Outdoor Shower

You can buy one at WalMart for under a hundred dollars. However, if you want it quality and stationary you will need to build it yourself.

Step 1- Set Post

You will need to set a post in the ground. If you know how to set a fence post, it's the same thing. Just dig the hole a third of the length of the post. Fill in the hole with two 80 lb. bags of concrete. Set the post with a post level. Finally, mix water in the hole with a dig bar or shovel handle. You will need a post that is at least 8 feet tall. It depends on how high you want the shower to be.

Step 2- Drill Post

To put the PVC pipe through the post you will need to drill a large hole at the bottom. Use a wood boring (spade type) drill bit to bore a hole just barely large enough for the pipe to slip through. Slide the pipe through and plumb the post.

Step 3- Plumb Post

Buy some schedule 40 PVC pipe, some metal pipe straps, some two inch wood screws, and some PVC blue glue. Glue the pipe together as desired and screw the pipe straps to the post holding the pipe on the post.

Step 4- Attach Shower Head

Attach a threaded elbow on the end of the pipe where you want the shower head to be. Then use a close male threaded nipple to attach the shower head and pipe. Don't forget to use three rounds of Teflon tape on nipple.

Step 5- Hook Up Water

For hose hook up, install a hose coupling on the end of the PVC pipe that goes through the bottom of the post. Hook up the hose whenever you want to take a shower or just leave it hooked up and turn the water on when showering. This is probably the easiest method.

You do have the option of running the home hot water line out and hooking it up to the shower. This is a better, but more expensive option.

Step 6- The Base

For an occasional shower you don't need any type of base or drainage. It's mostly for preference. You can build a small wood deck or get some large flagstones to put under the shower.

Must-Have Plumbing Tools For The Homeowner

Whether it is a leaking faucet you want to get fixed or a clogged drain, finding a good plumber at odd hours in an emergency situation is not always easy. But if you stock the most basic do-it-yourself plumbing tools at home, not only can you temporarily stave off the crisis till the plumber arrives, you may even learn to fix small problems on your own.

The basic homeowners plumbing tools kit must have the following essential tools:

Plumber's Pliers: Also called channel-lock pliers, plumber's pliers are a must-have for any kind of plumbing job. Compared to the conventional pliers, their serrated jaws open much wider to get around pipes of all sizes.

Crescent Wrench: Plumber's pliers when used on polished chrome fixtures tend to mar the finish. Conventional adjustable pliers, on the other hand, tend to slip off polished surfaces. A crescent wrench is less likely to mar the finish or slip off.

Pipe Wrench: This is a long-handled wrench meant for working on threaded connections. It is commonly used on thicker pipes requiring wider-opening jaws. When using the pipe wrench, make sure that the rear sides of the wrench's jaws come into contact with the pipe. This will ensure that loosening or tightening of the pipe does not damage the pipe or alter its shape.

Basin Wrench: Basin wrench is a long-handled wrench with adjustable spring-loaded jaws. It allows you to reach spots that are not easily accessible for tightening or loosening a connection, for example, underneath or behind the sink.

Pipe Dope/Teflon Tape: Threaded joints, i.e., joints that are screwed together rather than being soldered, need to be smeared with a material called joint compound or pipe dope before screwing them in order to guard against any leakage. The same purpose can also be achieved by wrapping a Teflon tape around the threads before screwing them.

Washers: It is advisable to stock an assortment of washers of different sizes at home because you never know when a faucet may need a new washer all of a sudden. That way you will always have the right-sized washer on hand when you need it.

These are the most essential do-it-yourself plumbing tools. However, if you intend to do a little more than the basic stuff yourself, sooner or later you are likely to require cutting and soldering of pipes. Then you would need to get additional tools like pipe cutter for cutting pipes, and soldering materials to join the pipes - such as pipe-cleaning tool or emery cloth, soldering flux, solder, torch, striker, and protective eyewear - all of which can be bought online at great prices.

Waterless Cookware

Waterless cooking is increasingly becoming a popular method of cooking. It has a number of advantages over conventional cooking. Ease of cooking, reduced time of cooking, ease of cleaning, and the taste of the cooked food are some of the reasons why their popularity is on the rise.

Waterless cookware aids in easy cooking and seems to take less time than conventional cooking. Since the heat is evenly distributed, burning or sticking is avoided. This results in the cookware being easier to clean. One need not use oil to prevent sticking in waterless cookware. And finally since the food gets cooked in its natural juices, the taste is always delicious and the food is also nutritious.

Waterless cookware is made of high grade stainless steel. This prevents the taste from the metal to leach into the food. Stainless steel is also easy to clean. Another thing with high grade stainless steel is that it does not require any coating like Teflon, which can get into food sometimes.

Another aspect of waterless cookware items is that their bottoms are machined flat. This enables more surface area to be in contact with the coils of an electric stove. This results in even distribution of heat. This even distribution prevents spots that can burn the food. Foods are cooked with their own natural juices in waterless cookware. This means that the vitamins and minerals are retained. Since vegetables already contain a large quantity of water, there is no need to add water in waterless cookware. Water is released from the vegetables on cooking and is turned into steam. The steam is contained in the pot with the use of a lid. The steam actually helps in the entire process of waterless cooking.

Once the steam is sufficient, a whistle notifies the cook, during which point you can turn off the heat. This way you tend to save energy and time too. One can find a number of online resources, which can equip you with the basics of waterless cookware. You can also find more about them from your friends or family members, who can give you valuable information on waterless cooking.

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Teflon Pans Cause Cancer? Rumor and Truth

If you have heard rumors that your Teflon pans will give you cancer, relax. PFOA (perfluorooctanoic acid, a suspected carcinogen) is used to manufacture Teflon, but there is none present in the finished products. While the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is rightfully concerned about PFOA in the environment, you can continue to use your Teflon-lined pans without fear.

However, non-stick pans may release other toxic particles if they are used at very high heats, so they are not appropriate for deep-fat frying, broiling, grilling or similar high- temperature cooking methods. I recommend avoiding this type of cooking anyway, because high heat and browning can form carcinogens in foods regardless of the type of cookware you use.

Browning foods that contain starches or sugars causes sugars to stick to protein to form advanced glycated end products, also known as AGEs. Burning fat when you grill or broil meats or other foods causes polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH's). Bothe AGEs and PAHs are potent known carcinogens. When you use water-based cooking methods, (steaming, simmering or boiling) that do not involve browning, you do not form AGEs or PAHs. That's why the most healthful foods are those that are prepared with liquids or eaten raw.

How to Paint Your Car With a Compressed Air Sprayer - Car Bodywork Paint

What are the advantages of spray painting your car with compressed air? To begin with, it can be a real money saver in the long run. There is an investment required in the initial purchase of the equipment, but once you have it then you begin saving money on your projects from there on in. Another great advantage is you have more flexibility in the use of the compressed air. In today's day of age air pollution is a big issue. Therefore, the use of aerosol propellants are frowned upon. The best solution to this is the compressed air sprayer.

Often people shy away from using compressed air sprayers because they think they are too difficult. This is not the case. Once you get a little practice, using them there is no way you will want to go back to the aerosol spray.

The best paint to use in these sprayers is enamel, but if you add an appropriate conditioner to the acrylic and latex paints then you can use them successfully as well. This will allow the paint to flow properly through the tube as it thins it down.

Set up your working area properly. Whenever you are going to do any type of spray painting there will be a certain amount of over spray. Take all the proper safety precautions. Do your work in a well-ventilated area. Wear a mask for sanding. Be sure to wear goggles and preferably gloves as well.

Once you are all set up then you are ready to start. You will want to grind or sand off any rust and corrosion or rough spots. Then you must make sure the car is perfectly clean and dry before you start the application. For oil based paints use mineral spirits, and for the latex ones soap and water will work fine, but rinse well.

If need be, prime the surface. Do your mixing of the paints and thinners you have chosen to use. This can be a messy job, so protect the mixing area with a drop cloth.

Now its time to turn on the air compressor. You want it to build up pressure while you are preparing your paint. You will need some of the air for priming and testing. If you look on the compressor, you should see a regulator. This will allow you to set the pressure you need for the sprayer. If you don't do this then the air flow will fluctuate and you will end up with uneven spraying.

Attach the hose coupling to the sprayer. It is important you have an airtight seal so make sure it is attached tightly and wrap the join with some Teflon tape if you want.

If you follow the exact instructions that came with your particular sprayer, it will walk you through all of the steps. To begin with, practice the paint application on another object. This way you will get the feel of handling the sprayer and be able to judge the right consistency of the paint application.

Recovering From a Failed Home Project

Everyone has a home project haunting them from their past. The objective was to upgrade their existing home, but it just didn't turn out the way they originally envisioned. When this happens, what do you do now? I always smile and say "Punt!" In the real world we can't punt, but we do have choices. One solution is to make it a work of modern art or the more common decision is to fix the problem and finish as planned.

Let's assume you have all the correct tools and are skilled on how to use them. If you are having problems using your tools, you might want to find a contractor to fix your project. So what was the original problem that caused your project to fail? I can answer that in a few short words for a large majority of failed projects, lack of correct pre-planning. The really comical thought is that to discover the problem on your failed project is the same process as doing a proper pre-plan.

The purpose of this article is to explain a concept so we will use an extremely simple problem, however the process will work on all types and sizes of projects. You just installed a new sink in your master bathroom. The color and texture and size are all correct but for some reason it just doesn't line up with the existing countertop and wobbles from end to end. Along the way you must have forgotten a step or took a shortcut to have caused this. The way to fix this problem is obviously to pull the sink out and figure out how to install it correctly. Before you do this, do a work breakdown structure (WBS). This is a common pre-plan task all good managers working on high dollar projects use. This is a practice that also applies to home projects and is a useful way to find your fix. A WBS is exactly as it states, your work broken down and itemized creating a structure and path to follow.

Start at the top of your paper pad and state your objective. In our example we will use "Install a new sink." Then we divide that objective into deliverables. In the sink example I write; purchase the sink, remove the old sink, prepare countertop, and prepare plumbing. Next we have to further divide these again into assignments. Assignments are action items or tasks. The following is how I would write this using our example of the new sink.

Install The New Sink

Lay the sink in the cutout
Anchor the sink
Hook up plumbing

Purchase the sink

Gather existing sink dimensions
Window shop stores for new sinks
Decide on new sink that fits dimensions
Shop for best price
Purchase sink

Remove Old Sink

Turn off the water source
Unhook all plumbing
Release sink anchors attached to countertop
Remove sink

Prepare Countertop

Make sure the countertop will support the new sink
If necessary install additional support
Make sure cutout will accept new sink
Adjust cutout if necessary
Make a clean surface on which to rest the new sink on

Prepare Plumbing

Measure the sink drain and faucet connections
Record existing plumbing dimensions
Prepare plumbing to accept new sink connections
Proper length of pipe
Have Teflon tape available for plumbing re-install

Now we have our tasks. Reading through our example, I see that I did not measure the proper length of the plumbing drain pipe causing the sink to wobble and not fit securely. This is a very simple example but it illustrates the concept that a proper pre-plan and diagnosis will allow you to accomplish a correct fix instead of a fix that just hides the actual problem. Applying this concept to your more difficult projects around the house will help identify the possible problems and solutions before you even start.

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Guitar Flutter Technique

Have you ever wanted to get the flutter technique out of your floyd rose tremolo? Look no further! You should really know how to set up your tremolo bar to achieve the flutter technique. Even if you aren't looking to use it, this article will help you get your trem bar much more stiff, and get it to stay up when necessary.

The flutter technique is when you flip the tip of your trem bar, and the springs in the back of the guitar vibrate rapidly. This creates a 'phoodbluhbldoobluh' sound, which can be quite nice when used sparingly, and for effects.

If you learn how to set up a push in bar, and a screw in bar. I use the push in type bar on an Ibanez Jem77b BRMR Bad Horsie guitar (mirror finish), and the tremolo is an Edge Pro. The other way I do this is with a screw in bar on a standard Floyd Rose copy (might be a Gotoh) on some cheap Jackon Kelly or K-10 guitar.

Whether you have a screw in bar or a push in bar, this will help you set up your trem for the flutter technique, and stiffen it to have precise pressure so it'll stay up when you need it. The nail polish method, and the teflon tape method (plumber's tape method) are two popular ways of going about this.

Either put some teflon tape around the trem bar and insert it, or take off the bushings and put some nail polish on it, let it dry and then put the bushings back on. You'll be good to after that.

Once you've got this set up you'll be able to do some cool John Petrucci tremolo flutter stuff.

Know Your Automotive Waxes

Most plants have a thin protective coating of wax.. Most fruit trees and vegetables plants have wax on the fruit and vegetables they produce that we eat. Waxes are also produced by animals, even man makes wax for his ears. Other wax components are found in minerals and petroleum. And the are Polymer or synthetic, manufactured by man waxes. We get waxes from a variety of sources really.

Carnauba wax is on the leaves of the carnauba palm trees. The best Carnauba wax comes from in my opinion the Palm Tress of Brazil. You can tell a good carnauba wax by the water beads. Candelilla wax comes from a plant that grows in parts of Mexico, Panama, Costa Rica, Nicaragua and Guatemala and sometimes in the southwestern United States. It is a brown wax and not only have people used it on cars it is used in phonograph records, floor dressings, and candles. Although it is the major component of candle wax, it is mixed in with other waxes normally in the candles we use in our homes.

Polymer wax includes the very popular Teflon, yes a polymer brand Name used by Dupont. Polymer wax is a chain of compounds made of petroleum sources and now days from Corn products. Polymers, which are strung together, are generally applied in specific thick nesses to clear coats on cars and depending on the mixture can be quite incredible indeed. So good in fact that they are often called sealants and some last as long as a year when applied in the right mixtures and thick nesses.

The word Polymer is a very vague in this regard since polymers are used to make plastics, coatings and many other products. Generally short chains of ethlenic polymers are the type that are used by professional automotive detailers and auto detailers a like. Many in the aviation industry use it when doing specialized aircraft cleaning. We estimate that 80% of all automotive detailing and aviation aircraft cleaning commercial wax is petroleum based wax. Petroleum wax is chemically inactive in a sense and probably why it is so widely preferred. It is also cheaper to make than to harvest and has tons of uses. You cannot smell it unless cleaners are added which is often the case, but still it will not react to cause odor.

Bayberry wax, which comes from the berries the shrub with that name, used in candle making too. How is this produced? From bees, the same wax in making hives. Beeswax, is used for many things which are common to man. Things such as candles, polishes, cosmetics (mostly make-up) crayons, flowers (artificial kind). Bees Wax is another wax that yes you can use it on your car and it is hard to spread and it will give off a great shine. The problem is gathers dust too quick, but it does look cool

Wool wax from animals is also common to man. Lanolin, it is called, after purification is used in soaps in the industry, and also cosmetics as well as certain ointments for first aid and which doctor stuff.

Petroleum wax can also be made hard and then we get a new type of wax. Paraffin; used in paper products, graffiti, petroleum jelly. All Synthetic waxes are compounds of hydrogen, carbon, oxygen, and/or chlorine. Chemists will forever be trying to make the perfect wax for cars, boats, aircraft to protect us from the harsh climates on the surface of this little blue planet. And these chemists are driven by desire and need and the possibilities are endless as new compounds are adding to existing ones to bring up whole new blending ideas, some will revolutionize our industry but most will simply b duds. Some will be hyped even though they do not really solve a problem or fix a need. Never the less, the race goes on to find the best and we should be thinking about what is in that product before we put it on a customers car, boat, aircraft or prize possession. This is what the professional detailer does, this is why we are experts in car care and call ourselves auto detailers, rejuvenation specialists and professional auto detailers.

There are so many types of waxes that we know of really. From the organic waxes discussed containing carbon materials, which melt at fairly low temperatures. The chemical and biological make-up of waxes is so diverse and complex as well as consideration for grades, properties, surface uses and life spans that to really understand waxes in depth as they apply to the automotive detailing industry, also to aircraft cleaning, that this short essay may need to be supplemented by proper training.

Cat Repellent Strategy - Contech Scarecrow Motion Detector Sprinkler - Review

If you're thinking of buying a Contech motion Scarecrow Sprinkler to use as a cat deterrent to keep cats and dogs (and other animals) away from your yard or garden, this article is a review of the CRO101 model of the Motion Scarecrow and it will explore some pros and cons plus other things you'll want to keep in mind before you decide to purchase it.

First, an explanation of how this particular motion-activated sprinkler works.

The motion Scarecrow is a pulsating lawn sprinkler which starts up suddenly and operates for just a few seconds (rotating back and forth) to spray an arc of water over a thousand-square-foot area. You can adjust the arc to control the area sprayed.

Whenever the motion detector sprinkler detects an animal in its "field of view," its sudden activation of a pulsating stream of water sweeping back and forth for several second startles (and annoys) the intruder.

The Scarecrow is supposed to detect animals in a thousand square foot area and can be used to keep not only cats but dogs, geese, rabbits, and squirrels out of a particular area of your yard. Since the motion-detector works both day and night, it can be especially useful as a repellent against nocturnal animals like deer, skunks, and raccoons.

Because animals (and people) don't like to be sprayed unexpectedly with water, they quickly learn to avoid the area protected by the sprinkler. So if you have people cutting across parts of your yard as a shortcut, or neighbors who walk their dogs to your property to do their "business," then this motion sprinkler may be the perfect deterrent. If they complain, you can always claim it's there to keep stray cats and racoons off your property.

Construction: The sprinkler is made mostly of plastic and has a distinctive, cartoon-looking crow's head for the sprinkling unit. I personally don't like the looks of the crow head but perhaps it helps the animals quickly recognize the unit in "conditioning process."

Even the 17-inch mounting stake is plastic, so do not try to hammer it in if your ground is hard. First, soften the ground with water or hammer a spike or something else into the ground to create a hole so that you can easily insert the stake.

The Scarecrow sprinklers have a manufacturer's two-year limited warranty and, according to the reviews for this and other Contech products, the company has an excellent customer service department.

This cat repellent sprinkler uses a 9-volt battery which you'll have to buy yourself. Each battery should last at least a month or more, but that's determined partly by how often the sprinkler is activated. It's always nice to have extra batteries on hand.

Of course, the unit must be connected to a garden hose which must be left turned on all the time. If you have only one outside faucet, you may want to buy a two or three-way "splitter" connector which screws onto your spigot so that you can attach more than one hose at the same time. That will allow you to use another garden hose without having to disconnect your Motion Scarecrow. .

In my own case, my faucet leaked slightly whenever I used my garden hose so I had to get a new washer for the hose before being able to use the Scarecrow. Actually, I also ended up having to wrap the end of the hose connector with plumber's Teflon tape which you can find at plumbing supply places, Home Depot or Lowe's. But this leak was a problem with my hose and faucet, not the sprinkler, itself. Just be aware that before leaving your Scarecrow turned on for extensive periods, you'll want to make sure you have no leaks in the hose itself, or where the hose connects to the faucet or to the sprinkler.

Of course, except when it's activated, the sprinkler is not supposed to be using water. And when it is activated, it uses only about a cup of water. So even in areas experiencing water shortages using your motion activated sprinkler should not be a major drain on your water resources. In any case, you may want to make sure that you position your Contech Scarecrow so that when activated it's actually watering your garden at the same time that it's scaring off animals.

If you have a large yard, you may want 2 or even 3 of these units. Figure out where you can strategically place them to give you the most protection with the fewest number of sprinklers-perhaps at the natural entrances into your yard or garden area. I'd recommend getting just one unit to start with to make sure it meets your needs. If you buy more, you should know that the multiple units can be hooked up "in series" with hoses running from one unit to the next so that you have to connect only the first hose to your faucet. Just remember to check the hoses regularly for leaks. And remember to turn off the water before approaching the units so that you won't end up getting soaked yourself.

The drawbacks of the Contech Scarecrow: If you need to protect an area of your yard that's pretty far away from your outdoor faucet, you'll have to run long distances of garden hose to the Motion Scarecrow. That can be expensive and maybe unsightly. And, if you're running the hoses across your lawn, you'll have to deal with moving them when cutting the grass. A minor annoyance.

Those who live in the northern states or colder climates will have to worry about their hoses freezing in the winter. So your yard may be unprotected during the winter months. But perhaps using the sprinkler during the warmer months to do your "animal training" will be sufficient. When you disconnect the hose, you may want to leave the Scarecrow in place during the winter in hopes that the animals have been conditioned to fear the distinctive crow's head style of the sprinkling unit.

If you live in an area with water rationing or restrictions on lawn watering, you may not be able to use the sprinkler (even though it uses only a tiny amount of water each time it's activated.)

NOTE: In some of these cases where using Contech Scarecrow sprinkler is impractical, you may want to install a similar, motion-detector cat-deterrent called the CatStop Ultrasonic Outdoor Cat Deterrent. It startles animal intruders by suddenly emitting a high-frequency ultrasonic squeal (above the range of human hearing.)

Since these self-contained, battery-powered CatStop units don't rely on water, they can be used year-round in colder climates and can overcome some of the water-shortage problems listed above. Plus, the motion-detector ultrasonic units can be put in areas of your yard where it's impractical to run a garden hose. On the Pros side: the Scarecrow motion detector sprinkler is environmentally-friendly since it humanely deters and repels cats and other nuisance animals without the use of dangerous chemicals, traps, or other devices.

And, if you live in a neighborhood, subdivision, or gated community where fences are prohibited, or your yard is just so large that fencing is prohibitively expensive, unsightly, then this Scarecrow motion-activated sprinkler may be one of your better cat deterrent alternatives.

In summary: If you find yourself repeatedly angry because your neighbor's cats (or other nuisance animals) are ruining your lawn, garden, or pond, then you'll probably find the Contech Scarecrow motion detector sprinkler to be a good addition to your cat deterrent arsenal.

Modern Clear Coats, Auto Detailers and appointment to Lexus of North America

We visited Lexus USA, home of the Lexus North America Head Quarters to help us better understand the latest innovations in automotive clear coast. As professional auto detailers we must know our customers cars and finishes. We are continually studying the different materials and automotive finishes on vehicles to determine the best after market auto waxes and polishes to use to prolong life and crate the most brilliance in shine and reflection.

When we visit such corporate HQs we always have tons of questions to ask executives and research people about upcoming trends, innovations and things that will affect the market. Usually it is a difficult task, because such companies are not likely to answer all your questions due to secrecy needed to compete at that level. Sometimes you can learn information, by which questions they will not answer, which questions they dodge and which questions they answer only half way. Information gathering is difficult and Japanese Companies are some of the closest guarded companies for secrets in the free world. We are finding information at Starbucks Coffee talking to workers and at parties during dealer introductions to new models, events, which we often invite ourselves too. Professional Party Crasher comes to mind for those who understand college life, but in the real world being in the right place at the right time keeps our team in the winner's circle.

Since the year 2000 billions of dollars have been poured into research and development by the Japanese Auto Makers due to the value of the Yen dropping against the Dollar causing higher profits during pre-911 quarters of 2001. Today of course we see an opposite trend as the dollar has slid against other world currencies. As the Yen went down against the dollar re-invested research money started to show itself in the market as Lexus's new SUVs came out with all-wheel drive and soon the fuel cells will be on the scene to replace many of the hybrid test markets of 2000-2002 and 2003 and 2004. As these companies continue to innovate and we as consumers buy these new features we will find a growing need to learn more information faster to keep up with the changes. It will not be easy.

We, as auto detailing professionals must persevere in our efforts to attain the latest data and learn of the newest materials to be used in future cars so that we can be prepared to deliver excellence in service to all our customers.

As many auto professionals know in the auto body, car washing, auto after market accessory and detailing industries, that Lexus has one of the best finishes of any production automobile. Nine years ago when Lexus began to produce their luxury sedans with a "Pearl White" laser painted and oven baked paint job we rushed to the scene to find a wax that would preserve and enhance this finish. We had tried everything from self proclaimed Teflon waxes which purported a 3 year guarantee from DuPont to Silicon waxes which the aviation industry had actually banned as per FARs (federal Aviation Regulations) on certain paint such as Poly Urethane and Imron (Originally used on F-14's by the US Navy for Salt Water Resistance). Imron, Poly Urethane and other specialized paints needed to breath and sealing the paint caused corrosion by trapping in moisture. Some things you learn the hard way. We also learned that the makers of Teflon Waxes falsely claimed a guarantee by DuPont. Dupont did guarantee its coatings on pots and pans for three years but only when applied at oven temperatures of over 275 Degrees F. Of course that was impossible since that would have melted all of the rubber seals, tires, windshield wipers and probably have burned down the car itself. Not exactly good customer service and it would probably get you into trouble at the BBB-Better Business Bureau.

Many great waxes and products have been found to work on Enamel, Urethane, Lacquer, Fiber Glass and all clear coats, and when you find one you'll know you have a winner by the reflective depth of the shine. Our company the Detail Guys (www.detailguys.com ) had found many such products over the years and one in fact that we really are fond of. Question was could this product enhance the already nearly perfect paint jobs of Lexus Luxury cars, if so, it would be unstoppable. And it did, it also removed surface scratches, road tar, rust from chrome, swirl marks (from competition detailing mistakes) and oxidation; something that none of us expected or were even trying for. The product was later featured in Popular Hot Rodding, Drive, Truckin', Muscle Cars, Porsche Owners and Auto Enthusiast Magazines.

This case study is just one example of why all professional auto detailers must continually check out new innovations in auto paint, materials, composites and manufacturing processes to stay leading edge with State of the Art products. It is not every day when you can be on either leading edge of such innovations in the market place. Most professional auto detailers do agree that sometimes you have to look past the hype of the products and see for yourself. Lexus of North America has limited tours and so do other major manufacturers, we have found in our travels that their PR departments will find out the answers to all your questions when you contact them. Every once in a while they will not divulge information, but it does not hurt to ask. Also remember a little experimentation goes along way to unlocking the secrets of today's modern detailing professional. Think on it.

DIY Bathroom Plumbing - Installing a New Showerhead

Of all the home plumbing repairs you could tackle, the replacement of an old showerhead with a new one is probably the easiest. A shower plumbing project is a good starter project for a number of reasons. No special tools are required, the necessary parts are pretty close to one size fits all, and if you do make a mistake and have a leak, the only thing that gets wet is your shower/bathtub. This is the perfect project for the novice home repair handyman to start with and can usually be completed in well under an hour.

The first step is to decide what type of shower head you want to replace. While most shower fixtures connect to a standard size pipe thread, you must make sure you have enough clearance for your new showerhead. If the stem (the portion of the pipe from the wall to the existing shower head) is short or close to the ceiling you will want to check before purchasing a large fixture.

The Tools You Need - For this project, you will need a wrench or pliers and some teflon tape. Depending upon the age of your existing fixture, you may also need to have a pipe wrench on hand as well. You may also want to have something available protect your fixture from the jaws of the wrench or pliers (a folded rag or piece of rubber from an inner tube work well)

Remove the Old Showerhead - If you have an older unit you probably have some rust, oxidation, or lime buildup that may make removal difficult. If the fixture does not readily unscrew, use two sets of pliers/wrenches (with the jaws of each protected as indicated above), one set on the stem and the other on the fixture. Apply equal pressure to both sides to until the showerhead starts to move. Be careful not to apply too much force as you do not want to break either the stem or existing showerhead. Once the shower head starts to turn you should be able to remove it by hand.

Clean and prepare the stem pipe - A little preparation here could save you quite a bit of time later if you decide to replace the showerhead again. Clean the threads of the stem of any rust or lime and apply teflon tape to the threads. This will help the new showerhead install easily, provide a good seal, and make it easier in the future if you ever have to replace the shower head again.

Install the New Shower - If you selected a simple replacement showerhead all that remains to be done is to screw the new fixture onto the prepared pipe stem. Make sure not to over-tighten when you are installing this - hand tight plus a quarter or half turn is probably all you need. If you have purchased a more sophisticated fixture like a shower massage wand you may have a few pieces to install. Make sure that you apply teflon tape to all threaded connections (unless otherwise specified by the manufacturer) to ensure a good seal.

Test It - Before putting your tools away and jumping in the shower take a few minutes to make sure the job is done. Turn on the water and check each of the connections for leaks. If you find any, usually they will be fixed by tightening the connection another quarter or half turn. If this does not address the problem you may need to check for a missing or worn washer.

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Testing a Shower Pan for Leaks

There are many ways a shower can leak and a shower pan leak is
probably the most costly. It makes good sense then to determine if
the leak you are getting from your shower stall is actually your pan.

In the 30 years that I have been repairing leaking shower pans in
Dallas and Collin counties, I have been asked to determine if a
shower pan was actually leaking or not after a homeowner had
another contractor or home inspector look at it and concluded it was
the pan that was leaking. Many times they were correct and many
times they were wrong.

Before you hire a contractor to repair your leaking shower pan, why
not test it to be sure! It doesn't take much time or effort, but you must
do it on a day when you will be home all day. See warning below!
Here are the materials you will need;

a) a large bucket

b) duct tape

c) tape measure

d) flashlight

A plumber would use a 2" inflatable test ball for this test, but I don't
recommend it for the homeowner since you are probably only going
to test once or twice in your lifetime anyway. Duct tape will do the job
cheaply and effectively.

WARNING: Do this shower pan test ONLY on a day when you can be
there for the entire duration of the test. Otherwise, you risk a
discharge of water that could ruin adjacient flooring etc. Stop the test
as soon as you see water outside of your shower!

Make sure your shower floor is dry around the drain and place duct
tape over the drain. Much larger than the diameter of the drain,
about the size of a paper plate. Press it down firmly to make it as
watertight as possible. DO NOT I repeat DO NOT use water from
your shower faucet for this test. Use water from an adjacient bathtub,
a kitchen sink, or another bathroom. We want to exclude the
possibility that your shower faucets are the problem or cracks in the
shower walls.

Once you have a bucket of water(1/2 to 2/3rds full is best), gently
pour it into the bottom of your shower floor until the floor is covered
to a water depth of no more than 1 inch. That's right! I said one inch,
and that wasn't a misprint. Many people will tell you to fill the water up
1 inch below the top of the curb and this is wrong. The shower pan
doesn't come up that high in 99% of the showers. The real height of
the pan on the top of the curb is 4.5 inches. That is measured from
the floor outside the shower next to the curb up the outside of the
curb tile. A standard curb is made from three 2" x 4" studs(3 x 1.5" =
4.5"). The pan is laid over the studs, then a layer of concrete is
floated on top of it. So, a finished curb maybe 6- 7 inches tall but the
pan height is much lower and you must not fill the water over that
level. One inch of water will do fine for this test. Measure the height
of the water near the curb where you can easily read it.

What you are going to look for is a discharge of water around the
perimeter of your shower. If you are on a pier & beam foundation,
you will need to look for the discharge of water under the shower
area. Find your access door that leads under your house(for those
without a basement). Using your flashlight, looks for signs of water
dripping under your shower. On a slab foundation the water will
spread in the path of least resistance. If you have ceramic tile next to
your shower curb, the water may go around to an adjacient closet or
room. You may need to pull back any carpet that's next to your
shower and look under it for leaks. So, look at all sections of floor
next to shower for water leaks.

You will need to test your shower pan for at least 8 hours. Some
leaks like nail holes take a long time to show up on a test. Your job is
to check for leaks around your shower every now and then. If the
water level goes down, and it may, then add more water to the
shower floor until you are back to the original water test level of 1
inch.

If you see a water discharge(or leak), then pull the duct tape off of
the drain. The test is over! Your shower pan is positively leaking!
The leak may be in the bottom of the pan, or at the seal between the
pan and drain. Either way the pan must be replaced in my opinion.

If you don't see a water leak from this test, it doesn't mean your
shower pan isn't leaking. This test ONLY tests the shower pan in the
bottom of your shower. It doesn't test your shower pan where it
covers your shower curb or seat. It is very common for a shower pan
to leak in these areas, especially where the curb meets the wall.

Until a few years ago, curbs were constructed without pan corners at
each end. If your shower curb doesn't have pan corners, you will see
water damage or water leaks at both ends of the curb. Sheetrock
may be wet or stained. Paint on base moulding will turn moldy or
discolored. Linoleum floor next to your shower may be discolored
near the ends of the shower curb and no where else! So look for
these common signs.

The shower pan could be leaking on your shower seat if the pan was
installed improperly and your shower pan test proved negative. It
may be possible to tear out this area only to repair the leak. In some
cases, you may need to replace the whole shower pan.

Some other possibilities as the cause for a shower leak other than
your shower pan is your shower door or door system. Shower doors
aren't submarine doors. They don't positively keep water from
escaping the shower. Check the door seal at the bottom of the door
for leaks. Have someone take a shower and direct the water over to
your door to see if it is containing the water. Look also underneath
your shower door to see if there is an open door track( on a sliding
door system) or a closed track. Either one should be caulked at the
ends of the track so water doesn't discharge out the ends of the
track. Both of these are fairly common sources of shower leaks.

Another possibility for a shower leak is your shower faucet. The
faucet could be leaking behind the wall at either a pipe connection or
solder joint. This can easily be tested by removing the shower head
on the shower neck and screwing on a galvanized 1/2" pipe cap
sealed with teflon tape or pipe joint compound. Once this is in place,
no water can come out of the shower neck obviously.This puts water
pressure on the faucet connections and joints behind the wall. Look
for a leak on the floor adjacient to the shower faucet wall. Do the test
for at least 30 minutes.

Water can also leak behind your shower faucet handle escucheons
where they meet the wall. Water can hit your body and deflect back
against your faucet wall, thus dripping behind the metal handle plate
covers. Why not just seal around these covers with clear silicon to
remove this possibility of a leak. The out of pocket cost for this repair
is hardly anything, so do it!

Another quite common cause of shower stall leaks are cracks in the
major corners of your shower, primarily the vertical corners. Caulk
these corners with a high grade silicon. I always start the caulk line at
the top of the corner and gun the silicon out at a slow but even line,
approximately 3/16"-1/4" wide, then stop the caulk halfway. I then
move the caulk gun tip to the bottom of the corner and caulk up to
the halfway point where I left off. To assure a great seal that also
looks nice, I press my middle finger tip against the caulk at an angle
of approximately 30 degrees using the same method I used when I
gunned the caulk. Top to middle, then bottom to middle. Any
mistakes can be corrected with denatured alcohol and a handful of
cheesecloth.

Cracks in the corners of shower stalls can allow water to flow through
and drip down the backside of your shower pan, so, caulk all major
shower corners.

A shower leak of any kind is a serious problem. It's not something
you want to put off. Water leaks can cause mildew, wood rot and
attract insects like termites. So, the sooner you address the problem
the cheaper will be your solution.

Fiberglass shower pan: Some showers are constructed with fiber-
glass one-piece floors. These act as both your floor and your shower
pan. This type of pan can develope cracks in them over time. Some
of which you can see. Test this shower pan exactly the same way with
duct tape covering the shower drain and look for a water discharge
somewhere around the perimeter of the floor.

Since there are no weep holes on this type of pan you can also
measure the height of the water inside the shower pan and look for
any changes in depth during the test.

This is a very simple test that almost anyone can do and it will save
you some money. Good luck!

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How to Cook a Great Omelet

Knowing how to cook a great omelet at home is a useful cooking skill for singles as well as for those who cook for large families. Omelets are versatile meals and can be served alone or with any number of side dishes. This tasty food can also be served anytime of the day or night since tradition has broadened beyond simply a breakfast dish. Many restaurants offer this dish throughout the day and produce various renditions that please just about any food preference. From Southwestern to Southern, the flavors are endless as to what can be done with an omelet. If you want to know how to cook a great omelet, let's get started.

1. Choose good eggs. If have access to fresh, brown eggs, by all means select several medium to large eggs. You can either purchase these from a health food store or grocery store. Organic is best.

2. Gather ingredients. For one basic omelet you will need:

2 medium to large eggs
medium size, shallow skillet or griddle and spatula (Remember, if you use teflon coated
cookware, you will need to use a plastic spatula. Of course, teflon coated cookware emits small amounts of formaldehyde, so if you want to use healthier cookware, use stainless steel or cast iron for cooking. Your spatula can then be stainless steel.)
extra light olive oil or spray oil for lubricating the pan or griddle before cooking
seasonings such as salt and pepper
cheese
other ingredients such as peppers, onions, bacon bits, chopped ham, tomatoes, and any number of other tasteful choices that will make your omelet come alive with the flavors you enjoy

3. How to Cook. Let's put it all together.

Take two eggs per omelet and beat well in small bowl. Add 1 tablespoon milk or cream to mixture as well as salt and pepper lightly. Stir.
Slice thinly or grate your preferred cheese and chop preferred vegetables and meat.
Preheat pan or griddle with low temperature.
Drizzle oil or spray oil into pan or on griddle. Make sure sides of shallow pan are also covered with oil. Be careful not to scorch or burn the oil. A low temperature is best for cooking omelets.
Test temperature by dropping a couple of drops of omelet mixture into pan. If it turns to solid without sizzling, then it's ready. If you find your test drop sizzles, then you need to turn the temp down until you have a slow cook temp ready.
Gently pour omelet liquid into pan or on griddle. Let sit for approximately 30 seconds then add a line of filling down the middle. Add cheese first, then meat, then preferred vegetables. When egg moisture has turned to almost a thin, solid texture, take spatula and gently fold right side over the middle of the filling. Then fold left side over the middle. Let sit for about 30 seconds. Carefully turn omelet over for additional cooking of top, if preferred.

After cooking to preferred doneness, carefully slide spatula underneath omelet and lift onto plate or serving tray. If you are making more than one, keep omelets on a warming tray, being careful not to cook any further since they can become hard and spongy. Serve your dish as soon as possible for the most tasty results. Voila! Now you know how to cook a great omelet!

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Using Teflon Tape to Do Plumbing Repairs

There are certain tools that can be found in every plumbers repair kit. Teflon tape, also referred to as plumbers tape, is a common tool used by plumbers and homeowners to stop pipe connections from leaking. This tape is stretchy to maximize tight connections, thin, white, and is effective at stopping leaks because it does not gunk up in the plumbing connection threads.

You can buy Teflon tape in the form of a roll at plumbing supply stores, hardware stores, and home supply stores. It is an inexpensive tape that is much like a ribbon and is long lasting. It is used not only used for water leaks, but also to stop gas leaks.

It is quite easy to apply Teflon tape to a pipe fitting connection. You just pull the required amount of tape from the roll and wrap it a minimum of three times around the end of the pipe fitting. You must apply the tape to avoid wrinkles, bubbles, or creases in the tape which can cause bubbles. It should also be wrapped securely to ensure it is completely leak and air tight. As well, when wrapping and handling the tape, your hands should be clean of any dirt, debris, and grease to prevent tape degradation. Once the tape is securely wrapped around the fitting, it is important to press firmly to ensure a complete firm and secure fit.

Once you have the tape firm and secure around the pipe connection threads, you will then place one end of the pipe fitting into the other end. It is the male end into the female end. You will then tighten the two connections. It must be tight enough so that it is completely secure. If you have to take them apart to adjust the fitting, it is easy to do as the Teflon tape acts as a lubricant.

In most cases, Teflon tape is used to wrap around threads of pipe fittings when there is low water pressure and around pipes that transport oil into the home heating system. It is also used to wrap around gas pipe fittings but will be wrapped more times to make it thicker. Teflon tape should only be used to wrap around threads and not the actual pipe because just wrapping around the pipe will not stop the leak as it is less secure and tight. Do not use white Teflon tape on iron pipe gas fittings as it will degrade and cause leaks. Yellow Teflon tape is used for iron pipe fittings because of their double density. Green Teflon tape is used on copper which is used with pipe threads or bolts in mechanical devices. If you are unsure about the leak and whether applying the tape will fix the problem, you should enlist the services of a qualified plumber, especially if you have a gas leak which can be dangerous. A professional plumber is trained and certified to locate the problem and provide a quality repair that is quick and efficient.

Healthy Gums and Teeth With Dental Flossing

We've all heard it at every dental appointment - dental flossing is an important part of keeping our teeth healthy, our smiles looking good. We know that. Yet most of us don't do it!

Hardly sensible, as flossing does about 40% of the work in removing the bacteria (also known as plaque) stuck on our teeth. Dentists will tell you that each tooth in your head has five different surfaces and if you don't floss, you're leaving at least two of them without being cleaned. The plaque that's left is known to generate acid, and this causes cavities, gum irritation and can even bring on gum disease.

Gum disease beyond being bad for your teeth and really takes a toll on the looks of your smile too. It eats away at your gums and teeth, attacking the bones that support your teeth (as well as the lower third of your face). If you keep these bones healthy (by flossing), you tend to look better around the mouth as you get older.

So, now you're convinced. Just how to do you do it?

Start by choosing a floss that you'll actually use. Most types are made of nylon or Teflon, but those who have larger spaces between their teeth (or suffer from gum recession) get better results with wide, flat dental tape.

If your teeth are super close together, try the floss that calls itself shred resistant for best results. If you have bridges or braces, you need to get underneath, and this calls for a floss threader (looks a lot like a plastic sewing needle) or try Super Floss, a product with one stiff end to feed the floss through the teeth, followed by a spongy section and then regular floss for cleaning.

Many of us wonder at our technique... what's the right way to floss?

Here are some tips:

- You want a piece of floss that's from 15 to 18 inches long. Slide it between your teeth then wrap the floss around each tooth in the shape of a "C," and use a sawing motion that rubs the floss up and down on the tooth.

- Establish a regular routine and time for flossing, for example first thing in the morning or before bedtime so you're less likely to forget. Or, floss your top teeth in the morning, bottom in the evening if you're short on time.

- Don't worry about a little blood. Blood isn't a sign to stop flossing, but rather that bacteria have taken up residence between your teeth and need to be removed. Bleeding that lingers after a few days or regular flossing could be a sign of periodontal disease, and requires the attention of your dentist.

- If you don't have the hand dexterity to floss, try soft wooden plaque removers that look like toothpicks. A two-pronged plastic floss holder can also be a great help.

Beyond helping your smile, keeping your teeth clean and freshening your breath, flossing can also help you live longer according to researchers at Harvard Medical School. Evidence also exists that links poor gum health with heart disease, diabetes, respiratory disease and low birth weight babies born of non-flossing mothers.

The American Dental Association recommends both regular brushing and dental flossing for optimal oral hygiene.

How to Mig Weld - Weld Aluminum

How to mig weld aluminum like a pro. Here are some of my pointers to get you up and running welding aluminum with your mig welder.

1.        Use the shortest possible mig welding gun so that there is less internal resistance. The more resistance there is on the welding wire the harder it is going to be for it to feed through smoothly. The biggest problem that people face when mig welding aluminum is that they cannot get the wire to feed through smoothly.

2.       Make sure that you use a use a u grooved feed roller. There are many different types of feed rollers for different welding wire applications.  For ally wire you need to use a u grooved roller. The design of this feed roller will make it easier for the wire to be gripped more evenly, which makes it easier to feed through the liner.

3.       When you are mig welding aluminum you also need to use a larger size contact tip. This is so that the wire does not stick.

4.       Also when you weld aluminium with a mig welder the standard steel liner in the welding torch needs to be replaced. You replace the steel liner that you would normally use with a solid mig wire with a teflon or plastic liner. These are special liners that are designed to help feed the ally wire through smoothly.

5.       Make sure your material is clean. To do this you use a stainless steel brush. This must be a dedicated brush for aluminium only.

6.       The welding gas you need to use his argon, which you can hire from your local welding supply shop.

How to Fix a Tub Leak Like a Pro

Leaks from a bathtub can be frustrating to diagnose. There are several different possible sources for leaks at tubs and most of them are behind drywall. A leak could be from the valve, the shower head, the tub spout or the drain.

Since each of these possible locations are different, it would be nice to isolate the problem. Before you start cutting drywall there are a few things you can do to try to narrow your choices. Then, even if you do have to cut drywall you will usually have to do less damage.

It Might Not Be A Leak

First, make very sure that the water is not just running down the corner of the tub past the shower curtain while your someone is taking a shower. Take a very close look at the wall and floor corners at both ends of the tub immediately after they are finished. Pay special attention to the end the shower head is on. I have seen many "leaks" that wound up being caused by water running over the edge of the tub. Enough people have this problem that you can but special little dams that stick in the corner on the tub to block the water.

If you are sure this isn't the problem the next step is to determine whether the leak is from the valve or from the drain.

Water Lines or Drain?

If the leak is constant, even when the tub has not been used, it is a leak on the hot or cold water line. These are under constant pressure and will leak continuously if they are the problem.

If it doesn't leak all the time, it's not from the hot or cold connections. If it only leaks after use you can rule these two connections out and start elsewhere..

The Bucket Test

The easiest thing to check first is the drain side. You don't want to run the faucet because that will screw up this test. Fill a bucket up from another bathroom and use this to fill the tub. I know that's a pain in the neck but it's necessary.

Once the tub is full let it sit for 30 minutes or so and see if the leak shows up. If so, it is from the tub drain. Drain the water and fix the drain. It probably just needs to be removed and re puttied. Clear silicone, though harder to clean up, works great instead of putty.

Pull The Plug

If no leak shows up while the tub is full go ahead and drain the tub, again checking for leaks. If you see a leak now the problem is in the drain piping. You will need to cut drywall to find and repair this. You can start at the wet spot, but you may find that the water has run across the top of the drywall and the spot isn't directly under the leak.

The Water Piping

If no leak shows up from the first test, that leaves the tub spout piping and the shower head riser and connection. The two most likely places to check for a leak are the shower riser and connection and the tub spout piping and connection.

The first thing to do is to pull the escutcheon (trim ring) at the shower head and see if you can see the connection inside the wall. You may have to open the hole a little, just enough so you can see but it will still be covered by the escutcheon. Now run the shower head while looking at the connection with a flashlight.

The Old Toilet Paper Trick

If you can't see it very good, wrap some toilet paper around the end of a screwdriver and hold it under the connection for a minute. Check and see if the paper is wet. If so, or if you can see a leak, you've found the problem. Take the shower head off, stick the handle of your pliers in the end of the bent pipe coming out of the wall and remove the pipe. Put some new teflon tape on the threads, screw it back in and check for leaks.

If you don't find a leak here check the tub spout. If you have the kind of tub spout with a diverter you have to pull to make the water go to the shower head it could be leaking where it connects to the piping and water could be running back into the wall. This is kind of hard to see but some brands have a small opening on the bottom side of the spout to tighten the spout clamp. You can use the toilet paper trick here too. If there is no opening you can try to unscrew the spout and see if the piping behind it is wet. If none of this works you may need to cut drywall behind the tub to really check it out (if you can get to it).

The Last Resort

If you try all of this and still can't find the leak the next step is to start cutting drywall. However, if you can find the source of the leak this way you may be able to fix it yourself and save some money. Even if you don't feel comfortable doing this, you will at least be able to let the plumber know what you've done and minimize the cost of the repair.

Pyrex Cookware - A Special Type Of Heat-Resistant Glass

Sick and tired of burned, undercooked, or unevenly baked breads, cookies, or rolls produced when using traditional metal cookware? Consider Pyrex, a special type of heat-resistant glass. Used by skilled cooks across the world to produce perfect baked goods, these items come in a variety of different forms for a variety of different functions. Examples include virtually every conceivable shape and size of casserole dish, cake pan, loaf pan, and others.

It holds up remarkably well over time, immune to the rusting and oxidizing effects that plague aluminum and other metal cookware. The material also resists stains, and thus should never become discolored even after repeated use. Because Pyrex cookware is naturally non-stick, it achieves this and other properties even without any chemical coating (such as teflon) which can be scratched off over time. Lastly, food comes off easily during cleanup, without requiring prolonged or difficult scrubbing.

As a result of its natural non-stick properties, Pyrex cookware requires only a light dusting of non-stick spray when creating baked goods such as cookies, rolls, or bread. Even sticky items like lasagna will be able to be served with a minimum of mess when using a Pyrex casserole dish. When cleaning, food remnants come off easily, meaning less time spent scrubbing and more time spent enjoying one's creations. It heats perfectly and evenly. This means that your baked goods will brown slowly and evenly, cutting down on the time they need to be in the oven. They will be resistant to burning, overcooking, and undercooking. In addition, many of the baking problems experienced in aluminum cookware, such as uneven cooking or fallen crusts, are eliminated when using Pyrex.

Pyrex tableware, such as plates, bowls, and serving dishes, are also tough to beat. Traditional materials such as ceramic and plastic just cannot deal with heat as well as Pyrex does. As an added bonus, Pyrex tableware looks great and is available in a wide range of colors to fit any decorating scheme.

Pyrex is a distinct form of heat-resistant glass. Food cooked in Pyrex heats slowly and evenly. This ends the problems of food not cooking properly and results in a perfect brown crust every time.