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How do you fix a sagging shower door?

Before you begin the repair, gather a screwdriver, substitution rollers, a two-by-four block, shims and a mallet. Begin by removing the door from its track by slackening one screw at a time on the door. Place the two-by-four block under the external bottom corner of the door. Slide shims between the two-by-four block and the door. Place a piece of wood against the base corner of the door. Tap the underside of the square of wood slightly with a hammer. If possible, have someone hold the door steady for additional stability. Drive the shims in tight once the door is higher. This keeps the shower..

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What are some styles of Waverly valances?

Waverly's scalloped valances have a shaped bottom hem. The scalloped valances range in length from 14 inches to 18 inches, and are part of the Home Classics collection and the Lovely Lattice collection. They are available in floral, geometric and striped patterns.\nAscot valances resemble "V" shapes and have triangular hems. Waverly ascot valances are made of cotton, and they measure from 20 to 50 inches long. Like the scalloped valances, they are also part of the Home Classics collection, and they feature striped and multicolored patterns. Some Waverly ascot valances also have bead attac..

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How do you resurface wooden furniture?

Mask off any non-wood parts of the furniture with masking tape. Brush an even coat of the stripper on the wood surface. Take note of the recommended drying time, and watch the clock closely. Typically, it is about 15 to 20 minutes, but if you leave it on too long, it is more difficult to remove.\nUse a plastic scraper to remove the finish. Do not rub too hard or use a metal tool because both can scratch the wood. Remove what comes off easily, and then repeat the stripping process until the surface is free of the old finish. Dab a #000 pad of steel wool into the stripper, and use it to remove a..

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What are examples of shrubs?

Like trees, shrubs are either deciduous or evergreen. Examples of evergreen shrubs include arborvitae, holly, viburnum, pachysandra, oleander, spruce and balsam. Evergreen shrubs are often planted in a line to create living privacy hedges; arborvitae is commonly used for this purpose. Prostrate or low-growing shrubs such as juniper are also used as low-maintenance ground covers. Shrubs such as holly and camellias are often used as foundation plantings.\nAlthough deciduous shrubs are also used to create privacy hedges, they are mostly used as specimen planting. Forsythia, for example, is an exc..

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How do you organize wire shelving systems?

When building and installing the units, anchor the tracks into the available studs on the wall. Consider locating the studs before drawing the blueprint to ensure each unit is placed in a viable position. Pre-drill holes for the track screw, and insert anchors to avoid damaging the walls or creating a weak hanging spot as weight is added to the shelves. Next, anchor the shelves into the provided support poles and brackets, using wall clips when necessary.\nWhen using open shelving, place the lowest shelf a number of inches from the floor, depending on what is to be stored there. For hanging cl..

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What are the different parts of a trophy?

Lids can be made of marble but can also be made of golden plastic or wood. Some trophies also have large and heavy cup bases.\nSmaller trophies often have trims instead of figures; these are also screwed into the trophy. Some trophies have risers to add height. The traditional handled cup with or without a lid can be added to a base and serve as the trophy itself. It can also be part of a more ornate trophy. Labels and plates are also added to trophies.

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How do you clean a gas grill?

Brush debris from the grill interiorTurn off the gas, and remove the cooking grates to access the grill's interior. Using a dry wire brush, carefully brush debris from the flame tamers. The flame tamers are the tented shields that cover the burners. Then, remove the flame tamers to reveal the burners, and carefully brush away any grease or residue around the ports with a wire brush.Clean the cooking gratesReplace the cooking grates, and verify that the burners are off. Use a grill stone to clean any residue from the grates. Grill stones do not require water in order to clean and remove an..

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How do you install a home thermostat?

Determine whether a mercury contact, mechanical contact, electric or digital programmable thermostat suits the furnace. Turn off the power source before removing the old thermostat. Label and take a photo of the old wires to facilitate easier installation of a new thermostat. Slowly detach the wires, ensuring that they do not fall into the wall. Unfasten the thermostat mounting plate from the wall.\nNext, tug the old wiring through the new mounting plate’s opening. Position the plate on the wall so that the wires fit through both the wall’s hole and the mounting plate’s hole without get..

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What are some tips for growing garlic indoors?

Garlic can grow in any container that is at least four inches deep and allows for adequate drainage. The soil should be moist to the touch but not soggy. To thrive, garlic requires direct sunlight. After planted, garlic shoots appear within two weeks. Once garlic greens reach eight inches, they are ready to be harvested with kitchen scissors. The greens can be harvested several times before the garlic cloves stop sprouting. Unfortunately, indoor gardening does not produce new garlic cloves.

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How does air conditioning work?

When the refrigerant arrives at the compressor, it is a cool, low-pressure gas. The compressor is a pump that increases the pressure on the fluid, packing molecules closer together. Packing the molecules increases their energy and temperature. The high-pressure gas leaves the compressor to enter the condenser, a coiled tube surrounded by fins, where heat dissipates. The process of compressing the gas and dissipating heat converts the refrigerant into a high-pressure liquid. The liquid moves through a tube to the evaporator. As the liquid passes through the orifice into the evaporator, it enter..

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