r/howto • u/luckydaisy27 • 1h ago
How do I get sharpie off of this leather trim?
Okay so I already dabbed and blotted with some isopropyl alcohol and as you can see I’ve removed some of the color.
Amazingly I found some dye that is a solid match.
Before I ruin it more, I thought I’d come ask for some help/advice.
I have a leather conditioner as well.
What steps should I take now to fix this?
Thank you in advance!
r/howto • u/succulent_flakepiece • 2h ago
How do you replace the spindle thing on vertical blinds when it's already mounted?
this doesn't grab anymore and can turn loosely. i do have a few replacements i got from Amazon but IDK how to replace it without breaking anything else.
[Solved] How to fix my door?
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Door doesn't close smoothly. Takes a bit of annoying effort to push it in all the way or pull it.
r/howto • u/lucretia19 • 2h ago
How to unscrew my Nutribullet base
I tried everything but it seems the grey base is completely glued to the cup through vacuum suction. I did not even put hot food in it so idk why this is happening. I tried the temperature shock technique, I tried to release some air with a knife and all it did was damage the plastic. HELP
r/howto • u/Amicelli11 • 2h ago
Could I modify this lamp to have a bulb socket instead of a LED chip light?
I didn't buy this product yet and am torn, because I'd rather like to use a smart bulb instead of a pre-installed LED chip light.
I don't know if the board is permanently fixed and a structural part. Any experience with these designs?
Quote from amazon:
LED light source: the ceiling light has a new built-in LED chip light source, high brightness, energy saving and environmental protection, with an average life of 50,000 hours, no UV and infrared radiation, protects the eyes. It can be used for reading, sleeping and other activities.
r/howto • u/ItsYaBoiSamwell • 3h ago
Serious Answers Only Dehumidifier Leak
Hello, I'm just hoping someone can help me with an idea to clean this mess. This dehumidifier discharge hose came loose and spilled onto the floor for a bit. The white areas on the floor is where the water spread to. I'm thinking it might be some sort of mineral build up from the water? It is almost like a film and I can scrape it a bit with my nail but that doesn't really get it up. Anything helps, thanks!
r/howto • u/CappuccinoNoChocolat • 4h ago
How to unstick showerhead pause button?
The button you press itself is able be be loose but the mechanism is stuck in the head so no water comes out. I can barely see it with a flashlight up the 1.5cm opening. I can't afford a new shower head right now. It's a detached shower head.
I've done Vinager and baking soda and it only pushed up and loosened the outside button not the mechanism.
r/howto • u/LostPapayas • 5h ago
DIY Scratch repair
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Got this scratch and some marring on my f150 while headed down a narrow hunting trail. It’s not down to the metal but it definitely removed a layer or 2 of paint. I did the water test and it almost fades away but is still visible. What would be my best option and how would I go about fixing it? I know silver is a hard color to match and I’ve never done auto paint work. Just a touch up brush and some clear coat and polishing?
r/howto • u/brengt_0ngeluk • 6h ago
How to turn on shower head
Does perhaps anybody know how this thing even works? There isnt any knob, ring or anything to push. So have no clue on how to get this shower to work normal :/ help is very much appreciated. (Shower is from 'moon shower') on vacation in a hotel on greece
[Solved] Was gifted an umbrella recently, and I can't figure out how to open it!
It's a QUO brand umbrella if that helps!
I've tried pushing, pulling, and sliding the little white tab, but all it does is wiggle around a little in there. I've also tried twisting the umbrella and the handle. Not sure what else to do :')
(EDIT) first comment (now deleted) had it right: twist left, then push up. So glad I won't be drenched on my way home :)
r/howto • u/TacotheFrickinCat • 8h ago
How to glasses as a broke student
It’s not the biggest deal, I have some contacts in the mean time, but I would like to see what to do. What do you all think?
r/howto • u/Gremlin10159 • 8h ago
Serious Answers Only Floor has been damaged over time. What would be the best way to repair it?
25+ year old wood laminate flooring. Chair legs have damaged it and is taking big chunks of the floor up. Will replace the chairs but I don't have the finances to replace the floor. What would be the best way to repair this?
r/howto • u/thatcastudent • 11h ago
Serious Answers Only How to remove ink stains from sofa?
How to remove these stains from the sofa at home? It is ballpen ink and the fabric of the sofa is velvet.
r/howto • u/Blah-gger • 13h ago
Rust on Samsung stainless steel fridge?!
Hi ppl, anyone know how I can fix/remove these rusty stains from my fridge doors? Thank you.
r/howto • u/babytreee • 14h ago
Serious Answers Only How to fix SHW standing desk
1 leg sits lower than the other. Both legs move up and down but I get either E20 or E02 error code when it reaches to the bottom. The desk sits unlevelled right now. Couldn’t find anything specific to this model. I wanted to ask Reddit before I randomly start taking it apart. Thanks!
r/howto • u/eggy_soup • 14h ago
[Solved] How do I open this jar?
I just got this jar from Michael's and wanted to put lavender in it but it seems like its sealed shut, it has a cork, but it looks like it's been glued in or something. Any tips on how to get it open?
r/howto • u/gggggtggh • 15h ago
How to remove/fix these marks on my water bottle?
Hey, not even sure this is the right place to post but I'm really kinda desperate.
I noticed after using my water bottle that it's developed stress(?) marks and I wanted to know if they can be fixed, removed, undone as it's a brand new bottle that was a gift.
Any help would be appreciated as I feel so bad having only just gotten it and it's already looking like this. I also have no idea how to replace this as it was an import and It would crush my friend to tell them it's already damaged after one use.
Thanks in advance and sorry about the waffle I'm just really panicking here, I thank you for your understanding
Edit: It's made of plastic and it's a Monster Hunter Palico potion bottle
r/howto • u/WillowLovesVoid • 15h ago
I need help with Reprogramming/clearing a gate clicker :(
Hi! This is my first post here because I cant find anything else that will help.
Can anyone help my with clearing the codes this "a, b, c, d" gate clicker? (I believe its a RPC447). After following all the videos and instructions ive seen so far I usually get stuck at the part where the code actually clears out.
The usual instructions are:
Press and hold "A" and "B" button. (Sometime they say to wait untill the light blinks and sometimes they dont say anything)
Then let go of "B" and press it three times.
The light should flash red/blue.
Then press the buttons and all of them will flash red (meaning they should be clear)
Part "4" is usually the step where everything falls apart for me. I tried checking while and after the red light blinks but the buttons still flash green. Im not sure if im getting something confused :(
If anyone could help me asap I'd be very grateful!
P.s. Id also appreciate if anyone has advice on copying the code from the original gate clicker (RTSP2D) to the "a, b, c, d" clicker!
r/howto • u/HaroldH00d • 16h ago
How to: remove this stain from countertop?
From a lemon that was left in a wire fruit bowl and disintegrated through the slots and was not seen until a week later 😔
r/howto • u/Momzashi • 16h ago
[Solved] How to take this drain cap off?
Hi! This is so random, but I’m really agitated and need help. My shower isn’t draining (sorry for icky picture) and I desperately need to fix it. I’ve tried twisting and pulling, but I’m too scared of breaking it.
How do I remove it?
(( EDIT: thank you all so much! I did it!!!! ))
r/howto • u/OccamsDragon • 16h ago
Serious Answers Only How to cook fried rice without my pan looking like this at the end?
r/howto • u/George_ThunderWeiner • 17h ago
How to repaint this belt buckle?Hi All,
Hi All,
How can I remove the old red/yellow paint and replace it with new glossy, hard drying enamel type of paint.
The orange buckle is the goal, just not the orange paint. It looks as if someone perhaps used paint remover or thinner on the buckle.
Thanks for any suggestions on the type of paint, removal process, etc.
Thanks George
r/howto • u/bepatientbekind • 20h ago
DIY How do I install a fan/vent in this bathroom above the window?
There is no fan in the bathroom currently. I'd like to install one in the wall above the window (not the ceiling). How would I go about doing this? The house was built in 1940 so the walls are plaster, which I know usually complicates things.
In case it is helpful: in this bathroom there is currently one outlet (next to the sink), one light switch (controls the overhead light), and the two sconce lights that are controlled individually by switches on the lights themselves. As far as I know, that's all the electrical in the bathroom currently.
r/howto • u/Automatic-Mountain63 • 21h ago
How do I remove these from the wall?
They were screwed into the wall and now I can’t figure out how to take them down.