Tuesday, July 13, 2010

How To Wallpaper Over a Cover Plate

How To Wallpaper Over a Cover Plate


How To Wallpaper Over a Cover Plate

Posted: 13 Jul 2010 06:41 PM PDT

If you are planning to wallpaper your living space, know that all the smallest details are important. One of the things that you might want to look out for is how you would want the cover plate to appear. The cover plate, which holds the light switch, could deviate from the overall design that you are aiming for if you leave it undesigned. That's why it could be a good idea to put the wallpaper even over the cover plate, so that there would certainly be continuity throughout the design of the room. Here are the steps to follow if you want to wallpaper over a room's cover plate:

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How To Winterize Climbing Roses

Posted: 13 Jul 2010 06:40 PM PDT

Your beautiful climbing roses are the crowning glory of your garden. You have tended them so carefully and given them all the love and attention they deserve. They you're your garden pop and make your home all that more romantic and aromatic. People have always said how envious they are of your roses. Protect your beautiful flowers from the harsh winter cold. Prepare for the extreme elements bound for your home. Your prized roses will be destroyed and lost forever if you do not take the necessary precautions. Here is how to winterize climbing roses:

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How To Write a Polished Letter of Resignation

Posted: 13 Jul 2010 06:37 PM PDT

There are times when you have to decide whether to leave your job in exchange for a better one. And if that time comes, you have to make a resignation letter in order to formalize your action to the company. The letter of resignation is very important especially if you want to leave a good impression to the company.

Here are some tips on how to write a polished letter of resignation:

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How To Write a Job Objective

Posted: 13 Jul 2010 06:36 PM PDT

In writing a job objective, you just have to remember one thing—you are not writing an objective about you. That's correct. It is different with the traditional thinking. The objective should not be about you but about the employer or the one who will hire you. The job objective is the statement in which you present yourself as a possible added value to a company to influence the employer to consider hiring you as an asset to the company.

Here are simple steps in writing a job objective:

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How To Write a Personal Note

Posted: 13 Jul 2010 06:34 PM PDT

In today's advancement in science and technology, one of your loved ones or acquaintances still wants to experience real communication from you. It is real communication in a sense that she wants to touch communication. She wants to touch your handwriting. She wants to place her received handwriting on tables and mantles to show that you truly care about her. Sometimes, she does not want to receive E-welcome/greeting cards or E-mail. And certainly, she does not always want your voice mail messages. What she wants is a simple yet sweet personalized note. Learn the tips to effectively write personal notes to one of your loved ones or acquaintances.    

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How To Write a Non-Fiction Book Review

Posted: 13 Jul 2010 06:33 PM PDT

Book reviews are meant to help people who have not yet read the book to get a glimpse of the story in a summarized form. It may be used as a guide for readers to consider and weigh whether they should buy and read the book or not. For students, book reviews are done as a form of a test, to see how much of the story they have grasped and understood. Writing an engaging book review on non-fictions such as science books, biographies and other academic books is more challenging because some books might not be in a story telling format. The key is to provide the readers an idea of the highlights of the book, and of the value that the reader will get. Here are some useful pointers in writing a book review for non-fiction works.

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How To Write a Home Rental Contract

Posted: 13 Jul 2010 06:32 PM PDT

When renting out a property, problems will certainly arise due to the absence of an ironclad rental contract between you and the renter and things can get upsetting. Issuing a home rental contract will save both you and the tenant from future difficulties and quandaries. A rental contract encompasses terms and policies regarding the responsibilities, rights, and limitations on both sides when damages and abuse come up. The contract also serves as a means to state in detail the consequences to be faced when agreed regulations are not observed. An unexpected turn of events can happen at any moment so you should hold a concrete agreement between you and the renter to prepare yourselves for such unanticipated occurrences. Below are the guidelines on how you can write a fair home rental contract.

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How To Wear a Sexy Vest

Posted: 13 Jul 2010 06:31 PM PDT

Over the decades, vests have always been a fashion trend that has never really gone out of style.  The 60's, 70's, 80's, 90's, and the decade we are living in today has seen variants of the vest being worn as part of the fashion of the specified era.  While vests are fantastic accessories you can use to complement and even enhance your clothing, it is a way to exhibit personality as well.  You can wear it to look professional, comedic, casual, and even sexy.  If you are looking to add some flavor to your wardrobe including the smoldering look that seem to always elude you, then here are some tips on how to insert the vest in your everyday wear regardless of occasion or event.

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How To Appeal a Declined Tax Extension Request

Posted: 13 Jul 2010 06:30 PM PDT

Ask for an instant 6 month extension if you will be late in filing your income tax return. You can file paper form 4868 or use e-file to get your extension. Your request will be denied if you are past the automatic 6 month extension. You can appeal if your extension request is denied.

It's very easy to file for an extension. First, you must understand that extension is your way to request the IRS for extended time for you to file your income tax return. Below are tips on how to appeal a declined tax extension request.

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How To Write a Market Analysis

Posted: 13 Jul 2010 06:22 PM PDT

Every business plan must include a market analysis. Before a business is fully established, you should have a clear and thorough view of the marketability of your products and a study of your target market and the prevailing and foreseen market trends. A market analysis serves as a guide for every business person in the conduct of his business. It presents a picture of the distribution of sales in different venues. It also shows the strengths and weaknesses of a particular market venture. Research is important in writing a market analysis, whether it is for a new or old business.

Here are tips on how to write a market analysis:

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How To Write a Good Objective Sentence for a Resume

Posted: 13 Jul 2010 06:21 PM PDT

Good objective sentences can make or break your resume. It is the extreme expression of what the employer is looking for. This statement is the powerful and to the point expression that you understand the requirements of the work. This sentence must implicate that you can bring about added value to their company. It is a must that the objective sentence must relate to the position you show interest to and somehow convince the employer to continue reading your resume.

How can you write a good objective sentence for your resume? Here are some steps to do so:

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How To Aim a Paintball Gun

Posted: 13 Jul 2010 06:20 PM PDT

While Paintball is widely considered to be a recreational sport it can become very competitive. A lot of weekend warriors invest time and money to become the best paintball player around. Paintball brings out our competitiveness, helps improve organizational skills, nurtures leadership, gets people to play outdoors and is more fun than a barrel of monkeys. Part of the fun in paintball is in the winning and the quickest way to winning is to master the basic techniques that will help improve your skills on your way to becoming an effective paintball player. The most basic technique you must master is aiming your paintball gun properly.

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How To Write a Film Treatment for Investors

Posted: 13 Jul 2010 06:19 PM PDT

There are definitely many films that are going in and out of Hollywood as if they are the best films. On the other hand, there are some films that should have been great if they are supported by more investors. These do not really land in the laps of the big bosses. There are actually a lot of people who would be reading these first.

So basically, you would have to remember that there are many scripts and film treatments that are actually submitted to the offices of the big bosses. This is why your film treatment should be able to stand out from all these. Now, here are some basic steps on how you would be able to make a film treatment that s aimed at impressing those investors.

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How To Aim a BB Pistol

Posted: 13 Jul 2010 06:18 PM PDT

A BB pistol is a kind of air gun that is lightweight and easy to use and would be an excellent choice to introduce first-timers to the art of sports shooting. To learn the fundamentals of shooting you must first learn to aim the pistol. This would require practice and finding your comfort zone in holding the pistol before aiming at your target. To aim a BB pistol, here are some steps you can do to practice the skill.

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How To Write a Peer Review

Posted: 13 Jul 2010 06:17 PM PDT

A peer review is a form of performance evaluation that you give for your coworkers who are not your subordinates, so it is critical for you to provide a clear, objective and reasonable assessment of your coworker's performance. Here are some tips on how to write a peer review.

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How To Analyze the Audience for a Public Speech

Posted: 13 Jul 2010 06:03 PM PDT

Yes, public speaking is known to be a source of fear among many people, but if you really need to do this task, be encouraged that there are many ways you could overcome this fear. The key is proper preparation, because the more you know what to expect during your speech the more in control you would be able to feel. Apart from preparing the content of your actual speech and knowing some techniques to feel more relaxed while speaking (check out this great article about that topic), it's a very smart move to know the audience itself. Even though you may have prepared the actual content of your speech already, the little details such as the examples you give, the manner of presentation and the visual aids you will design will depend a lot on the audience make-up. That's why it definitely pays to know how to analyze your audience for your public speech, and here are some of the steps you could take towards this goal:

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How To Write a Pathology Report

Posted: 13 Jul 2010 06:02 PM PDT

Many hospitals are required to give out a pathology report when diagnosing patients with their condition. It is generally a report that contains diagnosis with the very gross description about the parts of the body the doctor has examined. Pathology reports should be complete with all the necessary information the patient has to keep him aware and informed of what his diagnosis is and everything including the procedure done to him. If you work in a hospital, chances are your hospital has already a good spreadsheet for a pathology report. All you have to do is to fill in the blanks and the necessary information that the pathology report needs. If your hospital does not have a standardized spread sheet, you can use the program Microsoft Word to get this report done. In order to write a good pathology report, you should follow these tips:

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How To Write a Nonprofit Case Statement

Posted: 13 Jul 2010 05:55 PM PDT

Do you work in a non-profit organization? Is your task to secure financial support for the projects and activities of the organization? If yes, then knowing how to write case statements will help you achieve the task at hand. Case statements literally create cases to possible donors for granting significant amount for your organization's activities. For non-profit organizations, case statements are considered as fundraising tools. These are glossy booklets or pamphlets with complete photos and documents that serve as basis for other fundraising resources. Learn the ways on how to create effective case statements for your non-profit projects and activities.     

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How To Appeal a Medicaid Decision

Posted: 13 Jul 2010 05:41 PM PDT

Your Medicaid claim can be denied for different reasons. There might be services not covered by your health care plan or provider or your provider submits a claim that's much higher than the payment of Medicaid for the service. Read the following steps on how to appeal a Medicaid decision.

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How To Antique Iron Candlesticks

Posted: 13 Jul 2010 05:29 PM PDT

Antique iron candlesticks are hard to find, and they are pricey because of their rarity. But it is easy to make your own antique iron candlesticks. You can do it in new candlesticks. Antiquing is an interesting skill to learn because they have a certain aesthetic that hook people into them. You just need practice to become a pro in making new things look old.

Materials Needed

2 oz. Americana Red Iron Oxide DA96
2 oz. Folk Art Licorice 938
2 oz. Folk Art Antique Gold 658
2 oz. Delta Pumpkin 2042
2 oz. Folk Art Copper 664
Sea sponge
¾ inch stencil brush
1 inch stencil brush
Paper towels
Paper Plates
Water

Tips on how to antique iron candlesticks

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How To Announce an Engagement with Class

Posted: 13 Jul 2010 05:27 PM PDT

Engagements! One of the happiest news that people will love to hear about (unless of course one or two get heartbroken by it – but that's another topic altogether). If you got engaged and you're simply excited about letting your family and friends know about it, here are some ways that you could go about this happy broadcast with class:

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How To Write a Kicker Interview Thank You Letter

Posted: 13 Jul 2010 05:26 PM PDT

So you got an interview from a prospective employer. Well, do not just sit there and wait for the day you receive another call from the interviewers. Express your appreciation to them for giving you an interview by sending a thank you letter.

An interview thank you letter is one way of showing your etiquette, and selling yourself further. Remember that in applying for a job, you need to "sell" yourself by bringing out the best in you. Hence you should make the most out of every opportunity to build your image. And one way of achieving this is by writing a kicker interview thank you letter.

Here are some tips to guide you in writing an interview thank you letter:

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How To Wash Synthetic Hair Pieces

Posted: 13 Jul 2010 05:16 PM PDT

If you've invested in a synthetic hair piece (otherwise known as a wig), it will definitely be important that you know of the ways to best care for it. This would help extend its life and would therefore result in you getting the best value for your money. Here are some of the most important things to remember if you're looking to find out how to wash your synthetic hair piece: 

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How To Apply Almond Oil to Hair

Posted: 13 Jul 2010 05:15 PM PDT

Shampoos, conditioners and other hair products contain chemicals that can damage otherwise healthy hair. It strips your hair of its natural shine. To nourish your hair and bring it back to life, use almond oil.

Dry, damaged hair can greatly benefit from almond oil treatments. Almonds contain vitamin E as well as essential minerals including magnesium that can bring back your hair's naturally healthy look. It contains essential fats that softens, strengthens and gives your hair that natural glow.

Some experts say that if you apply almond oil to your hair a few hours before washing your hair, the almond oil collects the particles of dust that can be found on your hair. Once you wash your hair, all the oil and dirt are washed off leaving you with cleaner hair and scalp.

To apply almond oil to your hair, follow this procedure.

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How To Write a Great Memo

Posted: 13 Jul 2010 05:14 PM PDT

Some people give negative implications on memos. For them, memos are notes from the boss when he needs to reprimand or apprehend an employee for inefficiency, misbehavior or non-compliance with company policies. And yet memos are actually communiqués that are indispensable in any organization. Even in this age of emails and social networking, still - nothing can take the place of memos.

Memos are useful in many situations where emails and text messages are not fitting. For instance, when a company president needs to disseminate information fast among the employees, a memo is aptly circulated. One way of drawing the attention of the recipients to the content of the memo is by writing a good one. Here are some tips on how this can be done:

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