industrial processes

  • Not All Glue Is Created Equal (and How to Choose the Right One)

    Not All Glue Is Created Equal (and How to Choose the Right One)

    Listen, I appreciate a good roll of duct tape or bottle of super glue as much as the next person, but they’re not universal miracle-workers. Not every adhesive is the right adhesive for the job; in fact, experience has shown me that choosing the wrong adhesive for a DIY project can lead to more frustration,…


  • How to Cut Your Dog’s Nails

    How to Cut Your Dog’s Nails

    Dogs! We love them and they love us. But one thing dogs do not love is getting their claws trimmed, so we asked veterinarian Dr. Valerie Patton to give some of her best tips for easily, painlessly cutting your dog’s nails.


  • When Not to Use a Magic Eraser

    When Not to Use a Magic Eraser

    Magic erasers are incredibly versatile cleaning products, capable of removing even the stubbornest stains and hardened gunk from a variety of surfaces. But sometimes, they work a little too well, taking off a little bit of paint or varnish along with the gunk. This is because magic erasers are abrasive cleaners that aren’t marketed as…