Fuses and their different coding can be confusing. They are certainly not as simple as circuit breakers, but after reading this tutorial you will understand the mysteries of fuses and their codes. You'll also see why fuses had a history of being misused and how they developed from having simple Edison bases that looked like a light bulb base, to tamper-proof Rejection bases.
In the tutorial Your Home Fuse Box and Fuses 101 you'll learn about fuse types, base types and even how to convert a fuse into a circuit breaker!
Understanding Fuses originally appeared on About.com Home Repair on Thursday, May 17th, 2012 at 00:38:55.
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I have many roses in my garden, but most of them were chosen for their hardiness and disease resistance. So I am always struck by the intense perfume of my David Austin English Rose 'Jude the Obscure'. I know when it's in bloom before I even round the corner where it reigns. In this age where so many plants are bred for "improvements", it's such a treat to stumble upon plants that retain the scents that childhood memories are made of. I do hope you have some fragrant flowers in your garden. I've pulled together some tips for getting the most from your Fragrant Flowers. Have a favorite to suggest? Add your favorite fragrant plants to our list.
Photo: © Marie Iannotti
Garden Scents originally appeared on About.com Gardening on Sunday, May 20th, 2012 at 09:00:00.
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With Memorial Day (U.S.) approaching, some readers may be curious as to the meaning behind this holiday. Specifically, how does Memorial Day differ from Veterans Day? Or perhaps you'll be using Memorial Day Decorations for the first time this year and need some pointers.
For instance, how is decorating cemetery monuments for Memorial Day different from doing so for Veterans Day? The former comes on the threshold of summer (the last Monday in May), so there are better options for Memorial Day decorations than for the holiday that falls on November 11. Click the link below to read my article on Memorial Day decorations and learn about some popular flower choices.
Read article: Memorial Day Decorations
Memorial Day Decorations originally appeared on About.com Landscaping on Thursday, May 17th, 2012 at 07:12:34.
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It's not the easiest thing in the world to convert an attic to living space, though it seems like it should be. After all, it's already enclosed.
But there are some hurdles to clear first. Look at basic regulations for attic conversions. Some of these are simply good ideas instead of code.
Floor space and head room work together. Most building codes prohibit weirdly-configured spaces. Rafters, not trusses. Trusses eat up available space. This is not a code matter, just a good idea. Flooring needs adequate support from joists. Stairs up to the living space, not a ladder. You'll need a second way out of the attic conversion area in case of fire.Image: Public Domain (NASA)
Before You Convert Your Attic, Be Aware of Regulations and Requirements originally appeared on About.com Home Renovations on Sunday, May 20th, 2012 at 19:10:20.
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