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How to make a medical mask from a paper towel in 2 minutes

In light of recent events, the shortage of medical masks has been felt by almost the entire world. No matter what anyone says, although a mask does not provide 100 percent protection against viruses and bacteria, it certainly significantly reduces the likelihood of contracting transmitted diseases

How to make a 12V mini circular saw

Modeling requires a miniature power tool, which is very rare. In this regard, you have to do it yourself, using universal kits of parts from AliExpress. An example of the use of such factory blanks

A simple way to lengthen a clamp

A C-shaped clamp is a popular clamping tool designed for fixing parts during construction, repair and carpentry work. The design is based on a curved steel or cast iron frame. Fixing parts

How to make rubber coating of metal

Rubber coating allows you to make any hard surface non-slip, warmer and more pleasant to the touch. To carry it out, various technologies are used that require the use of special equipment and materials. For rubber coating in

How to make a saw from a stationery knife in 2 minutes

From an ordinary stationery knife you can make an excellent, and most importantly, useful mini saw. Which can be put in a toolbox and carried, since carrying an ordinary large hacksaw with you is extremely inconvenient. A mini saw will also come in handy

Mousetrap made from a plastic canister

From scrap materials you can quickly make an effective device for catching small rodents. The design components are almost free. Detailed instructions will help you perform the necessary work operations with your own hands.

5 accessories to expand the functionality of a screwdriver and drilling machine

The problem of small workshops is the lack of sufficient space to store all the necessary tools. In this regard, you have to use only the basic set. To solve this problem, special

DIY tent heat exchanger

Fishing from ice in a heated tent in winter is more pleasant than at sub-zero temperatures. While your comrades are hiding from the wind and alternately warming their hands, you can sit with a fishing rod in a tent without a jacket. When hiking in cold weather, the heat exchanger

A cheap way to quickly remove limescale from the walls of the toilet

Limescale and urinary stone are the main pollutants of the toilet bowl. The cause of deposits is usually tap water, the quality of which is far from ideal. Plaque on the walls creates a repulsive impression, which forces housewives to

Broken zipper? Secrets of quick fastener repair

Going to a workshop to repair clothes and shoes involves a certain amount of money and time. However, some restorative procedures can be performed independently. Using available tools and detailed instructions

How to pump liquid into a can without any modifications

Filling a used aerosol can with solvent allows you to apply it evenly and quickly to any surface. This method can be used when performing various works, for example, for hydrographic printing. In addition, you can refill the container

How to get rid of cockroaches: a trap made from improvised means

When cockroaches appear in someone’s apartment, all the neighbors suffer, especially when the apartment owner does not keep the home clean. If neighbors do nothing, the cockroaches will continue to multiply, and it will be more difficult to get rid of them. Another reason -

Hose reel from car disc and hub

When connecting a long hose to the compressor, it becomes difficult to clean it. After each use, the hose has to be wound around the elbow and hung on a hook, which takes time. You can make it much easier to use by using

How to turn a black and white photo into a color one in Photoshop

Many photographers, working in graphic editors, specially bleach the photo to improve or recognize individual tones and proceed to further colorize it to their taste, having a palette of original shades at hand. Also often

How to give any phone wireless charging functionality

Tired of aiming the plug at the charging socket every day? Do you want to use wireless charging, but your phone does not have this functionality? We'll fix everything now. Today, you can add wireless charging function to absolutely any smartphone, and

How to pull a pipe out of the ground

When dismantling old fences, greenhouses or other buildings, difficulties arise in removing pipes from the ground. If they can't be pulled out by hand, you usually have to dig everything out. A simpler solution would be to pull them out using a lever,

What can you see if you remove the IR filter from a web camera?

The human eye does not see the entire spectrum of light radiation, and almost everyone knows this. As soon as you go beyond the limits of red or violet, the sensitivity of the eye immediately drops to zero. But not all creatures on our planet do not see in

Cheap heating for outbuildings

It is inconvenient to heat small outbuildings: it makes no sense to install a full-scale system, and installing a standard heating device is ineffective. But you can make a very simple design with your own hands, with high efficiency.

How to make a siren from one speaker without transistors

If you suddenly need a loud siren for your homemade alarm system, then it can be very easily made from any available dynamic head. You don’t need any circuits or transistors, just the speaker itself, a pair of wires,

Top 10 Unusual Uses for Cloves

Cloves are a spice that has many beneficial properties for fighting colds, keeping your home clean, and protecting your garden from pests. Cloves are a known antibacterial and analgesic, helping with nausea,

How to make a device for quickly sharpening a saw chain

If you have a dull chain on your petrol or electric saw, then you simply take a round needle file and start sharpening each tooth individually. On the one hand and on the other. Usually it takes about half an hour - an hour to do everything, and then another “hands on”

Simple DIY desktop organizer

No home with schoolchildren, students, as well as creative individuals (artists, designers, constructors, etc.) can do without such an assistant as a desktop organizer. After all, it makes it much easier to arrange your workspace and

How to make a frame from a profile without welding

The connection of a metal structure from a profile pipe usually involves the use of electric welding. When this is not available, you have to hire a welder, even if the amount of work is small, for example, assembling a gate to the backyard. If you want everything

How to make a soldering iron from a pencil

Agree, there are times when you need to use a soldering iron, but you don’t have one at hand. It doesn’t matter for what: for desoldering radio components or wires, the need can be anything. To get out of this situation, you can make a soldering iron

DIY room scents

The doctor told how to improve lung function to prevent pneumonia

How to make a feed level indicator in a chicken feeder with your own hands

How to make a jigsaw from a washing machine motor with your own hands

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