It's not the best gum at suppressing ice crystal growth. But it's really easy to get hold of in health food stores (because vegans use it as an egg substitute). And this ready availability, it's ease of use and its versatility make it a great gum to experiment with. However, if y...
It’s a paint additive/conditioner (add about 1 cup per gallon) that helps eliminate brush marks (it does this really well!) and extend drying time so the paint has more time to self level. I never paint anything anymore without adding it to my paint. Really makes a difference. So my...
Pour 3 or 4 cups ofboiling waterinto the blender. Slowly add 150 grams of KNO3. Cover the blender, and agitate at medium speed for about ten minutes. (Note - it is advisable to use an extension cord to start the blender from a safe distance. Again, this should be done outdoors!) Sl...
Using a Japanese pull-saw allows you to control the cuts very carefully and it can follow the graceful curves. They cut on the pull stroke which means they're very easy to control. Make sure you leave a bit of your cut line, meaning cut just outside the line. This allows you a bit...
How to: Step 1:Gather your cupcake ingredients. Step 2:Preheat oven to 325°F. Place paper baking cups in 24 regular-size muffin cups. Step 3:In large bowl, mix the flour, granulated sugar and salt witha whisk. Set aside. Step 4:Using a one-quart saucepan, heat one cup of butter...
For our example, we’ll use Montana spray can paints in a straightforward process: prime, dry, paint, dry, varnish, dry. Standard spray-painting principles apply: Make sure your surface is oil-free, dust-free and hole-free Shake each paint can for at least two minutes prior to painting ...
(I used a fresh sheet for each batch of epoxy), paper mixing cups WITHOUT a wax coating (wax would mix with the epoxy, weakening it), mold release, electrical tape, acid brushes, acetone, masking tape, 80 grit emery paper, a flexible sanding block, and two 1-inch paint brushes (for...
The Fast Cure Casting Resin is 1-to-1 part by volume. So, mark 2 disposable plastic cups with measurements lines. Other resin brands may have a different mixing ratio, so be sure to check the manufacturer’s instructions if working with another type of resin. ...
How does borax compare to other cleaning agents in terms of effectiveness? Borax is often praised for its effectiveness as a cleaning agent, particularly in removing stains and neutralizing odors, but its use should be balanced with considerations of safety and potential environmental impact. Share:...