Free A Binding Door

Sometimes, even a properly adjusted door will rub on the threshold whenever it is opened or closed.

To overcome this trouble, simply place a sheet of course sandpaper on the threshold with the grit side up. Note: Self-adhesive sandpaper that's readily available today is perfect for this. Then, once the sandpaper is secured to the floor, carefully pass the door over this paper several times. This will free the rubbing door without removing unnecessary stock, as is usually the case when the door is trimmed with a saw or plane.

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Ten Easy Ways to Reduce Water Use

In the Kitchen:

• Capture running water while waiting for it to heat up and use this excess to water plants
• When washing dishes by hand, use as little water as possible, and use only the required amount of soap. When rinsing, put the dishes in a rack to rinse them all together and use short bursts instead of a constant flow.
• Keep a container od cold water in the refrigerator, so you won't have to waste faucet water while it cools down.
• Do nor defrost frozen food with running water. Use the microwave or refrigerator instead.
• When cooking, use only the water required, to avoid waste when straining.

In the Laundry Room:

• Match the water level with the load size, or wait until you have a full load before washing.

In the Bathroom:

• Turn of the faucet while brushing your teeth or shaving.
• Capture water while waiting for temperature change and use this for watering plants.
• For a bath, don't wait for water to heat up, plug the drain right away and adjust the temperature as the tub fills.
• Do not use the toilet for trash, only flush when required for sanitary waste.

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