Home and kitchen
Adhesive strips vs nails for hanging pictures
Adhesive strips vs nails for hanging pictures: nails hold heavy frames, strips protect paint and suit light ones. A table, a weight rule and when to check.
Malik Zerrouki4 min read
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Home and kitchen
Small household problems, solved.
Home and kitchen
How to fix a wobbly chair with a loose leg
How to fix a wobbly chair: find the loose joint, tighten the screws, use wood glue on dowels and clamp it overnight. Skip it if the wood has split.
Chloé Petit3 min read
Home and kitchen
How to keep bread fresh longer without the fridge
How to keep bread fresh longer: store it cool in a bread bin or cloth bag, freeze slices early and revive stale bread with a splash of water in the oven.
Malik Zerrouki3 min read
Home and kitchen
How to stop condensation on windows in winter
How to stop condensation on windows: wipe it off, open windows briefly, use extractor fans and cut indoor damp. Mould means asking a landlord or surveyor.
Chloé Petit3 min read
Home and kitchen
How to unblock a kitchen sink without harsh chemicals
How to unblock a kitchen sink: hot water, a plunger, a trap clean and a drain snake in order. A fix ladder from free to replace, with safety tips.
Malik Zerrouki5 min read
Home and kitchen
How to stop a dripping tap: the washer fix
How to stop a dripping tap: turn off the water, take the tap apart, replace the worn washer or cartridge and put it back. Call a plumber if it still drips.
Malik Zerrouki3 min read