Johnathan Fuentes

How Big Is an Inch? Here's How to Measure Accurately

Learn to measure in inches using rulers, everyday items, or by converting from metric units Measuring objects in inches might seem straightforward. But what if you’re not accustomed to using a ruler or don’t have one...

Get Rid of Fruit Flies & Houseflies with These Homemade Traps

Try these DIY fly traps to eliminate flies from your home or garden. Are houseflies driving you nuts? Sick of fruit flies invading your kitchen or vegetable garden? If so, a homemade fly trap can be the perfect solution...

When and How to Prune an Olive Tree: Your Questions, Answered

A guide to pruning and shaping olive trees Olive trees make for fantastic additions to orchards and gardens. But you’ll need to prune them if you want to keep them healthy. This guide will teach how to do this, step by...

Want to Fix Those Sagging Floors and Level Your House? Here’s How It’s Done

A guide to leveling your house Is the lower floor in your house starting to sag? Houses naturally settle over time, but luckily, they can be leveled. This simple guide will give you an overview of how to level your house...

How To Sculpt Stone Like an Artist

A guide to carving stone with a chisel, hammer, and other tools to create your own works of art Artists have been carving stone for thousands of years, producing iconic sculptures like Michelangelo’s David and the Grea...

A Step-by-Step Guide to Growing Hydroponic Weed

Learn to grow cannabis at home without soil or pesticides Cannabis—a.k.a. weed, pot, or marijuana—is easy to grow once you get the hang of it. If growing marijuana for personal consumption is legal where you live, th...

Are Cassava and Yucca the Same Thing? Your Questions, Answered.

Learn the differences between cassava, yuca, yucca, and tapioca You’ve heard the names “cassava” and “yucca” thrown around kitchens and restaurants, but do these two words mean the same thing? Nope. In fact, �...

Is a Cesspool the Same as a Septic System? Nope. And Here's Why.

Learn the costs, benefits, and differences between a cesspool and a septic system Buying a new home? Or just looking to upgrade your property? If so, you’ll want to think about sewage treatment, especially if you’re ...

Does Your Circuit Breaker Keep Tripping? Here’s How to Find the Cause

Expert tips on avoiding overloaded circuits, short circuits, and more Picture this: you’re watching TV or browsing on your phone when, suddenly, half the lights in your home turn off. You check your circuit breaker and...

Brownouts & Blackouts: What Are They and How Should You Prepare for Them?

Learn how to protect yourself—and your electronic devices—from blackouts and brownoutsPicture this. It’s a hot summer day and you’re on the couch, watching something on your phone. Suddenly, the lights start to d...

When Is It Safe to Drive on Asphalt? Taking Care of Your New Driveway

Learn about asphalt drying and curing times—and how to keep your new driveway looking fresh A new asphalt driveway can really spruce your home or office. The clean look and smooth driving experience can make it well wo...

What Does the Permanent Press Setting Do? All Your Questions, Answered

A how-to guide for using permanent press to do your laundry Is it laundry day again already? Somehow, it always is. And if you’re someone who wants to keep their clothes looking fresh, you might be wondering, should yo...

This is What Happens If You Plant a Sesame Seed

A guide to how sesame seeds grow, and how they’re farmed and harvested Sesame seeds make a delicious addition to tons of foods. But have you ever wondered what they grow into? As it turns out, sesame seeds are planted...

What Does It Mean When Someone Says “The Moon Is Beautiful, Isn’t It?”

Learn the meaning and origin of this beautiful Japanese saying If you’re a big manga or anime fan, you’ve probably heard the phrase “tsuki ga kirei desu ne,” Japanese for “The moon is beautiful, isn’t it?” ...

What's the Difference between a Governor and a Senator?

Understanding the roles of governors and senators in the US governmentStudying for a civics test? Or just curious about the difference between senators and governors? Lots of Americans are in the same boat. Though they�...

Thermite Formula: Ingredients, Tips, and Everything You Need to Know

A step-by-step guide to making thermite at home, complete with safety information Of all the do-it-yourself chemistry experiments found online, there’s almost nothing cooler—or maybe hotter—than a thermite reaction...

How to Calculate the Slope of a Line

Learn to calculate the slope of a line with these simple methods If you’re taking algebra, finding the slope of a line is an important concept to understand. But there are multiple ways to find the slope, and your teac...

How to Resize JPEGs Using a Browser, Windows, Mac, or Mobile Device

Learn how to change a JPEG's resolution and file size for email, websites, and more If you’re emailing a JPEG or uploading one to a website, you’ll want to know how to resize it to fit your needs. But what if you don...

How to Use a Ruler to Measure in Millimeters (Plus Estimating Lengths)

Learn to measure milliliters with rulers and other objects—and how to convert from inches, meters, and other units A millimeter (also spelled “millimetre”) is a unit of length in the metric system—a system of uni...

How to Wear a Bra as a Male Crossdresser or Gender Nonconfirming Person

A total guide to bras for men who crossdress—and for cis, trans, and nonbinary people exploring their feminine side. If you’re a male, AMAB, or masculine-presenting person and looking to crossdress, a well-fitting br...