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How to Use a Hoyer Lift
The Hoyer Lift is a mechanical device designed to lift patients safely. Although Hoyer is a brand name, it is often used as a generic term to refer to any type of mechanical patient lift. Most patient lifts work in a similar fashion, but there are many mo...
How to Flush Power Steering Fluid
Flushing power steering fluid refers to the process of circulating the fluid in an automobile's steering system in order to assure proper operation. At slow speeds, power steering allows you to easily turn the big, heavy wheels on your car — as long as yo...
Installing Corrugated Roofing Yourself: Everything You Need to Know
Corrugated roofing is a great way to top a garden shed, shop, or patio. It's quick, easy, low cost, and, best of all, you can do it yourself. All it takes is some common tools and a little math, which is where we come in. We’ll give you the rundown on how...
How to Tell Your Best Friend You Are Depressed
If you're suffering from depression, you're not alone. Approximately 19 million people a year in the United States alone suffer from depression.[1] X Research source Depression can be very difficult to deal with, especially if you feel alone...
How to Tell If You Have Allergies to Liquor
If you experience redness, swelling, nausea, or a headache after you drink, the problem may not be as simple as a hangover. You might have an allergy or intolerance to alcohol—or some of the ingredients used to make the spirit you're drinking. Our guide w...
How to Make Money Buying Domains
Buying the rights to an internet domain name that someone else wants allows you to charge them either for licensing or purchase. Even sites that others don't want right away can be an opportunity for advertisement. This can be a risky business, but the ri...
How to Wash Viscose
Viscose is an easily-dyed, non-static fiber made from wood cellulose. Viscose is often referred to as "faux silk" and goes by the everyday name of rayon. Viscose's high moisture absorbency (13%, as opposed to 8% for cotton) and shade depth allow it to be...
How to Desalinate Water
Desalination, or the removal or salt from water, can be used to produce drinkable water from seawater or brackish water.[1] X Research source Scientists are studying ways to use desalination on a global scale, but you can desalinate water yo...
How to Critique Artwork
An art critique is a detailed analysis and evaluation of a work of art. While no two people will experience the same reaction to a work of art, or interpret it the same way, there are a few basic guidelines you can follow to achieve a thoughtful, thorough...
How to Make a Medical Marijuana Oil
Medical marijuana oil may provide relief to people suffering from certain medical issues, such as epilepsy, cancer, chronic joint pain, and PTSD. However, there is not yet strong evidence for its use for all these conditions yet. If you have medical marij...
How to Adjust Timing
The car's timing refers to the ignition and the process by which the spark plugs fire, creating a spark in the car's combustion chamber. Your timing must be at the correct setting for your car to perform at top level, affecting the speed and efficiency at...
How to Become a Gemologist
If you’re interested in gems, there are plenty of career opportunities in gemology, including appraisers, retail associates, lab gemologists, or jewelry designers. It can be tough, however, to figure out how to get started in this field. You’ll likely n...
How to Set up USB Tethering on Windows: iPhone & Android
Did you know you can borrow your phone's data for your computer or laptop? Wi-Fi is the simplest way to tether, but if your laptop's Wi-Fi isn't working (or you just prefer not to use it), you can use Bluetooth or a USB cable. This wikiHow teaches you how...
How to Catch Swordfish in RuneScape
Swordfish is not only the highest healing food in free-to-play, but also the highest cooking food in free-to-play.
How to Be a Stage Manager
Being a part of a live performing art production can be very exciting and fulfilling. A stage manager is in charge of the entire production, and must know the ins and outs of every production they oversee. A stage manager must know how to do every job in...
How to Choose Kiwis
With their refreshing, citrusy flavor, kiwifruit (generally shortened to kiwis) are a delicious fruit packed with nutrients. Kiwis are a great addition to salads and act as an effective meat tenderizer.[1] X Research source While some people...