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    Espresso vs 2xEspresso on Delonghi machines, what's the actual difference?

    Wait so instead of two separate shot being pulled through the same puck of ground coffee, it just pulls the same shot but with a larger dose of coffee ground? I was under the impression it was the same as the single but with doubled coffee grounds, am I missing something?
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    Ninja Foodi dual zone Sync function for wings and roast potatoes, anyone use it much?

    its a gimmick. Just cook each item separately and cook the shorter item first so that you remember to add the second item at a later stage. It take two seconds to remember to add the second item 5 minutes later. Paying extra for an appliance that does basic maths is peak moddern appliance design...
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    White rice in a Crockpot Mini, anyone actually tried it?

    I don’t think mini crocks is designed for cooking rice. You’re supposed to use them to cook dips and keep queso warm at parties!
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    Hamilton Beach FlexBrew not pumping water, what usually causes it?

    Hot take: the pump is undersized. Its a tiny solenoid pump pushing water through 2 different paths. It struggles with even a bit of scale. This is why it dies around the 2 year mark.
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    Give me safe alternatives for house heating

    Also, look onto heated blankets with batts. They’re really effective and can really warm you up – easy-to-use and no ventilation needed.
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    Give me safe alternatives for house heating

    I’m curious about low-tech options like candle-powered heaters from clay pots. Lol. Do they really work?
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    All electric heat pump house!

    How does it do in the summer? I’m in a hot area and my primary concern is for cooling my place. How’s your bill?
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    Any techniques or specialized tools for drilling angled holes?

    OP might be talking about straight-up angled, not joinery? I think pocket holes are not for these kinds of jobs, what you think?
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    Basic wood tools and accessories for beginner

    Consider second hand tools if you’re really in tight budget. You can find them online, estate sales, and flea markets. Just make sure to inspect them from rust before buying, you can score a good tool for less buck.
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    Basic wood tools and accessories for beginner

    CLAMPS! There’s no such thing as too many clamps on wood shops lol. Buy clamps, you’ll be needing them each project. Go for bar and quick-grip clamps, buy 4 to 6 clamps with different sizes, and you’re good to go.
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    Whole house water softener installation

    Many thanks y’all for the positive encouragements! Will now do some research.
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    Whole house water softener installation

    Hi everyone! Just want some insights about water softener and a reverse osmosis (RO) installation. I’m thinking about DIYing a whole-house water softener and RO sys in the kitchen. I’m a pretty handyman myself, in fact, I’ve assembled several IKEA furniture and mounted lots of TVs. Do you guys...
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    Any tips on how to start remodeling a whole bathroom?

    The walls should be tear down to its every square inch, for you to see if there are any probable leakage of some sort or even termite issues. I suggest use drywall, compared to its peers, it is cheap and worth it!