A French drain is a simple but effective way to move standing water, whether it's against a house or in a boggy area of the yard. Many people drain their spouting into a French drain to help carry water further away from the structure. Simple to construct, a French drain is just a p...
walkways and driveways are all problems that can be solved by installing a French drain. This type of drain isn't really French, so you don't have to worry about ordering one from overseas, and it isn't exotic either. Named after its Massachusetts-based inventor, Henry French, who came...
Ready to build some flavor? Let’s go! Start by gently cooking the shallot and garlic in butter, stirring often with a wooden spoon (better for scraping the pan later on), until softened and translucent but not browned. Use a large skillet or an enameled Dutch oven for this; I would ...
How do you cook peas? Peas are cooked in the least possible amount of water and in just the time for them to become just tender. The French cook peas in the water it takes to moisten lettuce leaves. Line a saucepan with damp greens and a few pea pods, pour in the shelled peas, ...
There are many ways to cook a meal in the backcountry: Learn the pros and cons of different types of backpacking stoves and fuels.
Step1Preheat oven to 350°. Prepare an ice bath in a large bowl. In a large pot of generously salted boiling water, cook green beans, stirring occasionally, until bright green, 2 to 3 minutes. Using a slotted spoon or tongs, transfer beans to ice bath to cool. Drain and transf...
Whether it’s for neighbors, friends, or just for your own enjoyment, adding those welcoming touches outside can make such a difference. Ready to make your home look more inviting and beautiful? Let’s dive into some simple ways to add curb appeal!
Marc Isambard Brunel, a French engineer, invented the first tunnel shield in 1825 to excavate the Thames Tunnel in London, England. Brunel's shield comprised 12 connected frames, protected on the top and sides by heavy plates calledstaves. He divided each frame into three workspaces, orcells,...
When the frost is completely melted, the thermostat automatically switches to a cooling cycle in order to maintain the standard freezing temperature. Because this process is automatic, frost does not build up inside the box. The unit's compressor system, which forces the coolant through the coil...
When you’re cleaning your drain, you want to see a little plop plop fizz fizz. You want something else to do the dirty work. Like baking soda and vinegar. (That means scrubbing bubble monsters in French.) Baking Soda and Vinegar TOGETHER Produce Great Cleaning Results I failed to mention...