Painting Doors and Trim with Behr Semi-Gloss Enamel For the majority of my projects, I typically use Sherwin Williams paint, but occasionally I have a customer who wants to supply their own paint. I thought this would be a good opportunity to review Behr alkyd semi-gloss enamel because my customer requested it for this project … Read more
Since I was given a lot of rhubarb, I decided to make some jam. I’m curious if powdered gelatin can be used in place of pectin. Thank you. Helen xxx Advertisement. I wouldnt. Gelatin contains a protein that encourages the growth of bacteria, which can make you very ill. When proteins are canned under pressure, … Read more
There is finally an app for that if you don’t want to wait in line or deal with those rude “sandwich artists” at Subway. All 27,000 Subway locations in the US now accept orders and payments through an app that was officially released by Subway. That implies that you can now select your bread, meats, … Read more
Safety Tips for Using Pressure-Treated Wood Use a dust mask and eye protection whenever cutting or drilling into pressure-treated wood Collect and carefully dispose of sawdust from pressure-treated wood Do not burn pressure-treated wood Do not use pressure-treated wood for cutting boards or any food prep surface Do not use pressure-treated wood for indoor applications … Read more
Can you get carbon monoxide poisoning while driving with the air conditioning on and some windows open? It’s possible if a number of things happen, such as: Because the car exhaust generates enough carbon monoxide and the surrounding air is calm, CO enters the passenger cabin as a result of a poorly sealed passenger cabin. … Read more
What is a Tiger Stripe Pumpkin? Smaller than most pumpkins, Tiger Stripes have a flatter shape. This makes them easier to cut into that round pumpkins. They are white with orange strips. On some specimens, the striping covers more of the pumpkin. And some will have some orange spotting. The flavor is sweet and some … Read more
Are White Corn Tortillas Gluten Free? Yes, white corn tortillas are gluten-free. They’re made with just water and masa harina (ground corn). Even though gluten-containing foods such as wheat flour tortillas are prohibited on the gluten-free diet, you can still consume tortillas; you just need to look for gluten-free tortilla options. Almond Flour Tortillas by … Read more
QUESTION: I’ve been throwing away paper towels, but it seems like we should be composting them. – Rita M. When it comes to composting, paper towels are comparable to other paper products. Paper towels are a nitrogen-rich brown organic material that is perfectly safe for composting and is much better off in a composting bin … Read more
So, what’s the deal? Is spinach really healthier when cooked? In general, yes, but it depends on how you cook it and what you hope to gain from consuming it. According to a Globe and Mail article, cooking vegetables can increase the amount of antioxidants they contain. Heating vegetables releases antioxidants by breaking down cell … Read more
Share this: I am a working mother who refuses to think that because I work, my children must forgo the benefits of quality and quantity time that they would receive if I were a stay-at-home mother. I write about my struggles during this time in my life to balance my obligations to my family, my … Read more