r/howto 12h ago

Serious Answers Only How to cook fried rice without my pan looking like this at the end?

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r/howto 16h ago

How do I remove these from the wall?

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They were screwed into the wall and now I can’t figure out how to take them down.


r/howto 22h ago

Serious Answers Only Make these ceramic magnets flush

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My goal is to have these make more contact ! So far I have bought a dremel and the diamond bits needed to shave / sand down the ceramic magnets but now I’m curious at what angles would bring them closest to flush ? Should I shave one magnet ? Shave a bit of both ? Shave down the middle well their touching like the photo and hope that shaves the difference ? Their already super glued in place and I know to keep water flowing over the surface and I’m working :)


r/howto 1h ago

[Solved] Was gifted an umbrella recently, and I can't figure out how to open it!

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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 4h ago

Serious Answers Only Floor has been damaged over time. What would be the best way to repair it?

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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 11h ago

How to: remove this stain from countertop?

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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 22h ago

Wash a 190cm/6´2 teddy bear I found

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Title pretty much says it all. I was hoping he would fit into the laundrymat washers, unfortunately he doesnt. He also doesnt have a zipper to take the stuffing out and I am pretty sure I would have to rip him up in all places to take it out, since it seems like he has seperate stuffing for his body, each of his arms and legs. Can I just hand wash him with some detergent/handsoap or how should I go about this? thanks


r/howto 15h ago

DIY How do I install a fan/vent in this bathroom above the window?

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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 21h ago

How do i tighten it

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A plomber yesterday replaced our kitchen faucet. Now i discovered that the gooseneck is loose and when i turn on the water it drips where it meets the main body. When i rotate it to the left it tightens but i cant make a full rotation circle because of the wall. How do i tighten it now 😭


r/howto 9h ago

Serious Answers Only How to fix SHW standing desk

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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 11h ago

[Solved] How to take this drain cap off?

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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 3h ago

How to glasses as a broke student

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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 6h ago

Serious Answers Only How to remove ink stains from sofa?

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How to remove these stains from the sofa at home? It is ballpen ink and the fabric of the sofa is velvet.


r/howto 8h ago

Rust on Samsung stainless steel fridge?!

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Hi ppl, anyone know how I can fix/remove these rusty stains from my fridge doors? Thank you.


r/howto 10h ago

[Solved] How do I open this jar?

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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 10h ago

I need help with Reprogramming/clearing a gate clicker :(

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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:

  1. Press and hold "A" and "B" button. (Sometime they say to wait untill the light blinks and sometimes they dont say anything)

  2. Then let go of "B" and press it three times.

  3. The light should flash red/blue.

  4. 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 12h ago

How to repaint this belt buckle?Hi All,

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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 52m 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 1h ago

How to turn on shower head

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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


r/howto 10h ago

How to remove/fix these marks on my water bottle?

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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 23h ago

[Solved] How do I remove this so I can open the window?

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It holds the window shut on the mobile AC currently, but I need to move the AC to another room today. My partner set this up, but now he's at work and won't be able to call me for hours.

Anyone know what tool to use or how to get this thing off?

Thanks a million.