Pull-up cable seals are a great option when wire or plastic seals are not strong enough or are unable to cope with the physical environment. They are perfect for preventing easy opening with malicious intention as they require specific tools. Image Credit How to pick the best pull-up cable seals for your needs These adjustable seals come in a wide variety of types, sizes and lengths. The purpose will determine which are most suitable. If they are needed to fit into difficult spaces that alternative seals cannot manage, the longer, thinner options may be ideal. These can be bent or turned more easily. If your main concern is use as…
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Five property rental tips for students
If you are a student moving into private rental accommodation, some straightforward steps can help you to choose wisely. Image Credit 1. Determine your location Most cities supply student accommodation across a variety of locations – some is found near campus; some is close to local amenities. Decide on the features that are important to you, investigate the local transport facilities, and ask other students for their take on the area. 2. Set a budget It is important to set a budget. You need to arrange this with your housemates to cover bills, food and anything else that is shared. If you are on a tight budget, you will have…
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Four soil remediation techniques
If you want healthy soil to help you grow vegetation or generally improve the quality of the surrounding environment, you may want to investigate the different methods of soil remediation. Which type is most appropriate is dependent on your specific situation, so you will need to evaluate them before making a decision.
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How to clean laminate flooring without ruining it
Laminate flooring is a hugely popular choice thanks to its versatility, durability and affordability. It will still need regular and appropriate cleaning, however, to ensure it stays looking and feeling its best. Image Credit Vacuum regularly Vacuuming regularly will ensure that your laminate flooring stays free of dust and debris. A good vacuum will even get into the cracks and crevices, ensuring that as much dirt as possible is removed. Just be careful that you don’t damage the floor when vacuuming. Make sure that your cleaner is suitable for laminate, and if you are using an upright vacuum, ensure that you turn off its rotating brush to make sure that…
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The method of ‘hot tapping’ explained
There are circumstances when working on pipelines while they remain in use is unavoidable. Needless to say it is always a hazardous operation, but especially so when the pipe is conveying highly inflammable petrochemicals.
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What’s the link between St. Patrick’s Day and the consumption of alcohol?
There are plenty of misconceptions surrounding St. Patrick’s Day and its association with excessive drinking. Contrary to beliefs this isn’t just taking advantage of a celebration, the long celebrated holiday actually has a valid reason for it.
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How Diamonds Are Formed
Diamonds are one of the most highly sought after precious stones on earth. These beautiful stones were first discovered by man in approximately the 4th century BC in India. They soon became a lucrative trading substance along the famous Silk Road as people believed they were gift from the Gods, bringing health and wealth. They still hold their awe and wonder, even though we now understand a lot more about how they are formed. The road to a diamond being created is awe inspiring and analogies are used between the pressure that these gems feel at the earths core and the pressure that we feel during our lives, by those…
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5 ways to have a better morning
We’ve got five tips and tricks to help you start each day off on the right foot, even if you’re naturally more of a night owl than a morning person.
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Fabric Architecture and Some of the Most Common Materials Used
Architects creating fabric structures in the 21st century have a wide variety of materials from which to choose for both external and internal projects. Such choice allows for extensive freedom of form across a variety of functions and has led to the development of striking and iconic buildings across the world.
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Where do our clothes come from?
Have you ever wondered how women got hold of dresses before the rise of ‘ready-to-wear’ hit our shops? If they weren’t adept at dressmaking themselves then they would have employed a dressmaker to do it for them. These dressmakers would copy the latest fashions from Paris or London which they would get from paper pictures called fashion plates. The process would involve measurement-taking, a trial garment being produced called a muslin and of course, several fittings to get it just right.