If you’ve ever used servos, particularly micro servos for RC or robotics projects then you’ve likely encountered stripped servo gears. You can hear the motor turning inside the servo but the servo arm movement is limited or erratic. The good news is that this doesn’t mean that you need to throw the servo out, in…
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Homemade Super Glue Recipe, Make Your Own Glue
Making your own glue is a fun and rewarding project and you’ll learn a bit about glue in process. You may want to get a few re-usable jars to keep your it in until you’re ready to use it, baby food storage jars work well and are easy to clean afterwards – buy here. Here…
A Full DIY Guide to Water Damage Restoration
Plumbers and home builders spend countless hours trying to keep homes protected from water damage. Most areas inside your home are simply not built to withstand high amounts of moisture. When water leaks occur, it causes unsightly stains on your drywall ceilings and interior surfaces. In severe cases, it can even cause the drywall to…
How To Give Some Old Chairs A Makeover
Do you have some old chairs lying around in your attic, garage or basement? Give them a new lease on life with an easy makeover. More often than not, old chairs are made from better quality wood than modern chairs so they’ll serve you better in the long run. Here’s how you can turn your…
How To Get Rid Of Mould On Your Ceiling
Mould developing on your bathroom or kitchen ceiling is generally as a result of poor ventilation. Steam and water vapour get trapped in the bathroom and eventually condense on the ceiling causing a damp spot which is perfect for the growth of mould and bacteria. You should try to treat patches as soon as they…
How To Repair A Chip In Your Windshield
If you have a chip in your windshield, it is necessary that you get it repaired as soon as possible. A small chip in your windshield can turn into a big crack quite quickly. After the first layer of your windshield is penetrated, it is likely to crack out causing further damage and the need for…
How To Deep Clean Your Old Vinyl Records – Reduce Background Noise
With vinyl records making a comeback, people are looking for ways to get their dusty collection clean and ready to use again. To ensure the best sound and least amount of wear on your records, it is essential that they are kept clean. We’re got two methods here, one to give your records a full deep…
Remove Hard Water Stains with this DIY Epsom Salt Scrub
If you’ve got glass shower doors or tiles that show every hard water stain in your bathroom, then you understand the constant frustration of keeping everything looking clean. Hard water stains make things look dingy — even when they’re not. Stop scouring with harsh chemicals and attack hard water stains with eco-friendly Epsom salt that…
How To Replace or Upgrade A Drill Chuck, Step By Step
A drill’s chuck works hard, especially on a impact drill, so it’s no surprise that they do sometimes break. Alternately you may be looking at replacing your keyed chuck with a more modern keyless version. Either way, here is a step by step guide to replacing it with a new one. When you’re done with…
Temporarily Stop The Annoying Sound Of A Dripping Tap
When the tap in the bathroom starts dripping at night and is making it impossible to sleep, here’s an easy fix to temporarily stop the maddening sound and allow you to get some shuteye. Tie a small length of string around the aerator and allow it to rest in the basin. The water will now…