Soapstone Wood Stove - What Is It And Why Choose One?

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A soapstone wood stove is a great addition to any home. If you are considering buying a wood burning stove you will probably come across mentions of soapstone and it's value in stove construction. In essence soapstone helps store heat and then releases it gradually - in a small stove this can b

What Everyone Ought to Know About Operating Generators

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Generators are handy pieces equipment if you need power where none is available. This article explains how to use a generator safely to avoid disasters.

How to Install a Dimmer on a Double Pole Three-Way Switch

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Having a dimmer switch on a light offers the ability to alter the ambience in a room by dimming the light to achieve just the right mood. Dimmers also save energy since the light bulb does not have to always put out the full amount of light. Wiring a dimmer to a 3-way, double pole switch is somethi

Understanding Dishwashers

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The dishwasher is a mechanical device used to wash dishes. It works by spraying hot water on the dishes. Detergent is added to this water. Afterward, the dishes are sprayed with clean water to remove any residue.

How to Wire a GFCI Combination Switch

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A ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protects an electrical outlet used in wet locations such as bathrooms, kitchens or laundry rooms where water presents an increased risk of electrical shock. The internal workings of the switch break the circuit in case of the slightest imbalance, making it w

How to Replace the Ice Maker on a Samsung RF265ABWP

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The Samsung RF265ABWP is a side-by-side refrigerator with an ice maker assembly in a lower drawer at the bottom of the appliance. The Samsung's ice maker can fail with the passage of time, sometimes resulting in a situation where the ice assembly must be entirely removed and replaced. New ice maker

How to Choose a Dehumidifier

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A dehumidifier is just another household appliance that is used to reduce the level of humidity inside a room for health reasons. Humidity in the air is likely to cause mildew and mold to grow inside homes and as we all know, these things are proven to cause...

How to Clean With a Shampoo Steam Cleaner

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A vacuum cleaner is sometimes not enough to thoroughly clean your carpet or upholstery, leaving you in need of a stronger cleaning solution. A shampoo steam cleaner uses both cleaning solution as well as a powerful steam setting to kill bacteria, lift residue and freshen your carpet or upholstery. B

Instructions for Bosch Dishwashers

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Bosch is a German technology company based in Gerlingen, near Stuttgart. The company makes a vast range of consumer electronics, auto parts and power tools, along with other home products. Bosch dishwashers are similar in appearance to most other models of home dishwasher on the market today. You wi

Resolve Carpet Cleaner Facts

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Resolve carpet cleaner is one of the biggest names in the industry today due to its effectiveness. Resolve has received excellent ratings from both ConsumerSearch and "Real Simple" magazine; however, the product suffers from some drawbacks.

Wireless Surround Sound System - How to Choose the Best Wireless System

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Choosing the best wireless surround sound system for your home takes careful research so that you know you are getting the best audio for your money. By understanding the terminology and what to look for, you will be able to spend your money wisely.

How to Light a Stove's Pilot Light

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If you've noticed a faint smell of gas when walking into your kitchen or if the burners on your stove will not light, odds are that the pilot light has gone out. The pilot light is a small flame that ignites the rest of the burner when you turn on the gas. While it will go out occasionally, if the p

How to Test a Washing Machine Timer

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A timer switch located in the control panel of your washing machine controls when the machine switches between cycles. When the timer control is malfunctioning, the washer may not change cycles. A timer is an inexpensive part to replace and is easily accessible. Usually, you can tell if the timer is

Thinking of Buying a New Furnace?

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It invariably happens that your old furnace takes its last dying breath on the coldest day of the year. If you're lucky enough to have known that your furnace was on its last legs you will have been able to do someresearch ahead of time. If you haven't, well, maybe we here at HomeStars can

Washer Repair Tips

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Don't despair ... repair!emotional pregnant woman in the bath image by Elena Vdovina from Fotolia.comMany of the repairs made to washing machines by professionals are things that a competent homeowner could do. It never hurts to save money, and this is especially true when the activity...

How to Install Your GE Profile Spacemaker Microwave

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The GE Profile Spacemaker microwave is an "over-the-range" microwave appliance which saves counter space in your kitchen. Unlike counter top microwave ovens, these appliances must be mounted and secured into place. Unlike installing a dishwasher, water heater or washer and dryer set, setting up this

Installing Home Air Conditioning

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In recent years we have seen an increase in the number of homes in the UK where air conditioning is being installed as standard. Certainly with the way the climate has been changing over the last few years installing home air conditioning in the UK in many properties has been on the increase.

What Is a Convection Microwave?

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Several different varieties of microwave ovens are available to today's consumer, one of which is the convection microwave oven. It's generally a bit more expensive than a standard microwave oven, but it can roast meats faster as well as deliver more even browning over the whole of the item being co

What to Do If a Kenmore Washer Series 70 Won't Drain

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The Kenmore 70 series of washers and dryers includes top-loading units with large-capacity drums. While Kenmore no longer manufactures this series of washing machine, you can still purchase the washers and replacement parts from third-party vendors. If your Kenmore 70 series washer isn't draining, s

How to Transport and Lift a 100-Pound Propane Tank

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Propane serves a variety of purposes, from cooking the perfect steak on your outdoor grill to heating up the water in your bathtub. Depending on where you live or what you use the propane for, you probably have to purchase the tank from a facility and take it back to your home. The larger the propan