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Device for cutting plastic bottles into strips

A plastic bottle is probably the most common material for crafts. Brushes and brooms made from such bottles are especially popular. To make a brush or tassel, you first need to cut a plastic bottle into strips.

Quick desoldering of SMD components using an iron

SMD parts are increasingly used in production, as well as among radio amateurs. It is more convenient to work with them, since there is no need to drill holes for leads, and the devices turn out to be very miniature. SMD components can also be used

Water-repellent coating for shoes

This simple water-repellent coating is wildly popular in the autumn-spring period, when it is impossible to walk hundreds of meters without accidentally falling into a puddle. So, to make your shoes waterproof you only need

Soldering iron for polypropylene iron pipes

Pipes and fittings made of polypropylene can be said to be in trend today. They are used for indoor plumbing and heating wiring and networks inside houses and apartments. The popularity of this material is primarily due to the ease of working with it. IN

How to make a water pump from PVC pipes

The irrigation and water supply system in summer cottages is vital. Without good watering and irrigation of crops, even on fertile land, it is unlikely that anything will grow. And the water pump is the main element of such a system. It automates movement

How to remove blood from clothes

I won’t tell you now about the reasons why blood can get on your clothes; this can happen for various reasons. I want to tell you about a simple and cheap way to remove blood stains from the fabric of your clothes. This cleaning method

Homemade cyclone in 5 minutes

Cleaning a room after renovation work brings back unpleasant memories for many. But in a workshop this is not at all easy to do. The daily accumulation of garbage makes it difficult to work and the desire to take on it, even if it is really necessary. How about this

Making a powerful blower with your own hands

Many things that seem unnecessary to us can actually be used in the household. You just have to set yourself the goal of realizing an incredible idea, and the solution may come on its own. And the resulting creation will forever be remembered for its exciting moments.

How to close a ball valve if it is stuck

Imagine that your faucet in the bathroom or kitchen is leaking, and you are not able to turn off the water.The cold water supply ball valve, which is placed at the beginning of your distribution from the house riser, does not close completely. Common situation?

Full compressor from a refrigerator

Recently, compressors have gained popularity among tinkerers. They are made on the basis of almost any engine, calculating the power of the base unit depending on the number of consumers. In demand for home workshops

Water pump without power

This is not a joke or a prank. The water pump we are talking about really does not require electricity, gasoline, or anything else. It does not draw energy from the ether and does not catch free energy. With all this, it is capable of raising a column of water

Increasing Wi-Fi speed - five ways

Wireless Internet is wildly popular today. And this is no coincidence, because it practically does not require cables and connections, and a computer with the ability to accept a network via the Wi-Fi protocol can be located throughout the apartment. Well, of course

How to start a stepper motor without electronics

I have a lot of different office equipment that is out of order. I don’t dare throw it away, but maybe it will come in handy. It is possible to make something useful out of its parts. For example: a stepper motor, which is so common, is usually used

How to change a pressure tap

In plumbing, like any other repair work, there are many nuances.Technically, this work is clear and predictable, but you can’t foresee everything. Incidents can happen at the most inopportune moment and you need to be prepared for them.

Magnetic spice set

This craft will especially appeal to those who like to cook frequently and in a variety of ways. It will maximize convenience and save time spent searching for the right container of seasonings. Thanks to this simple modification, you will have all the spices at your fingertips.

How to switch metal-plastic windows to winter (summer) mode

Windows in our houses and apartments provide passive air exchange and are sources of natural light and ultraviolet radiation. They are designed to provide protection from street noise, dust and precipitation. Thanks to them we can

Moisture-proof coating - liquid glass

I will show you how to make a simple and cheap water-repellent or moisture-proof coating - liquid glass. It has long been used by car enthusiasts, covering headlights, windows and the entire body of their car with it. This coating is relevant especially in spring and autumn.

How to connect the motor from a washing machine to 220 V

Hi all! Today I will tell and show you how to connect an electric motor from a modern washing machine to a 220 V AC network. I would like to say right away that such motors do not need a starting capacitor.

Night vision device from an old camera

Human vision is an amazing thing. The eyes are called the mirror of the soul and a powerful weapon that nature has endowed us with.What we really are not given is to see in the dark, unlike technical devices called NVGs or devices

Temperature indicator from a Duracell battery

Surely each of you knows that most Duracell batteries have a built-in charge indicator. If you have such batteries and they are completely discharged, do not think about throwing them away, since you can make an indicator from such a battery

Making WD-40 with your own hands

All motorists, and not only others, are familiar with the drug with the official name WD 40. It is popularly nicknamed “vdshka” and is used as a universal remedy for displacing moisture, softening rust and removing corrosion from metal parts. WITH

Drill for home work

Until recently, a drill for technical work was the dream of most craftsmen, and a popular company was associated with a truly magical and expensive tool. But times change, and today such an innovation will not surprise anyone. However, collect

Homemade heated insoles

Many of us are familiar with the situation of shoes that are wet or frozen from the inside. This phenomenon can lead to colds and aching joints. Conventional insulated insoles made of synthetic fur or padding polyester have an accumulation effect.

We transfer the design to a T-shirt, mug or smartphone case

If you want to make a T-shirt that no one else has, then this easy master class is for you. I'll tell you how easy it is to transfer any color design onto fabric, a mug, a cell phone case or another surface.For this is not

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