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DIY sound insulation material for high frequencies

Some component in my computer emits an annoying high pitched sound, like a constant screetching. I'd really like to dampen the sound while providing enough air flow for the computer. The computer is wedged between my desk and the side of a drawer…
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How to put a dishwasher-proof name identifier on a bone china mug?

I've been given a bone china mug I'd like to take to work. Unless it has my name on it, it will get lost among all the other mugs. (I'd like to leave it on my desk and wash it myself, but some people are just too conscientious, and might think it is…
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How can I prevent pen ink from smudging on my hands?

When I am writing with a pen, it is annoying when the ink from what I've already written smudges onto my hands. I have already tried: Writing slower: This did not help at all. Keeping the pen upright: This did not work because it made the writing…
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How to fall asleep on your back

I think it is very useful to be able to fall asleep on your back in certain cases when you need your sleep the most: when you try to sleep in a recliner or chair, like traveling on a bus or a plane. when you are lying on a hard surface and want to…
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Alternatives to using writing paper for writing practice

I'm currently learning a logogram language (characters instead of Latin letters). Everyday, my practice includes writing on paper. I use printed grid paper, designed to help for writing characters: I go through 5+ A4 pages every week. Are there any…
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How to keep Super Glue tip tube clear

How do you keep a Super Glue tip tube clear so the lid is not always glued on, or it clogs? Has anyone tried a toothpick? But even they seem too large and will just get stuck as well! I keep it stored up right, but it NEVER FAILS! Thank you in…
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How can I use my cell phone's light as a reading light?

Can my Android phone be anchored or positioned to function as a reading light? I like to sit on my couch and read, with the book on a side table. Pictures 1-2 herefrom, 3 herefrom. It's obviously too unproductive and wearisome to hold the phone…
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How to remove cloudy haze from eye glasses?

I have some glasses which are a couple of years old which have a strange cloudy haze circling the middle of the glasses. I had this problem on my previous glasses, so bought some new ones. After about 6 months, the cloudy haze started showing up on…
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How to remove or seal in mold mildew on vintage electronic cables

Bought some vintage electronics, and the 20 foot data cable bundle smells like mildew very strongly. I need something to seal in that smell and kill the fungi on the insulators, without damaging the not-easily-replaceable wires & cables.
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How to make the lens from my glasses stop falling out?

I wear glasses, currently they are glass lens, but I do have plastic frames and plastic lens, as well as wire frames. My problem is that my glass lens keep falling off on multiple occasions. I can't find out how to keep them in. When they fall out,…
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What is the best method of cleaning up broken glass?

When reaching for the phone, I accidentally knocked a glass onto the floor (the floor is a hard surface). I tried vacuuming, picking up the individual pieces, and even using paper towels. How do I clean it up? I don't want me feet getting stabbed!
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Reshape plastic containers

A lot of fruit, vegetables and meat come packed in plastic container boxes - often itself wrapped in further plastic, also bottled water comes in plastic bottles. I am wondering, is there a way to - sort of melt this plastic so it could be reshaped…
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How to wash a sieve?

After cooking pasta, I use a mesh-type kitchen sieve (aka colander, mesh strainer). Immediately after getting the pasta out of the water and putting the pasta on a plate, I run tap water onto the sieve for a few seconds to remove the starchy…
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How can I clean my laptop keyboard?

I need to clean my keyboard for my Lenovo laptop. The space of the strokes are very low.
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How can I stop my mascara smudging?

I wear mascara, and sometimes it seems to smudge - not for any reason, some days it does, some days it doesn't. I have tried changing brands, and applying less mascara, but the brand change didn't help, and less didn't look as good. Masterfile,…
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