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How Do I Find the Serial Number on My Samsung Smartphone?

Jul 26, 2021

This is my Samsung smartphone. There are many like it, but this one is mine. Sure, but how do you know this one is yours? Well, by the serial number, of course. Beyond validating that your Samsung Galaxy is a “beautiful and unique snowflake,” as the fella from the movie says, knowing how to find your serial number will come in handy for several other reasons. To help you in any of those situations, here are three ways to find your Samsung Galaxy smartphone’s serial number: 

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Tip-Over Hazard: Bel Furniture Recalls Chests of Drawers After Reported Injury

Jul 24, 2021

Bel Furniture is recalling about 90 Barrington chests of drawers. According to a Consumer Product Safety Commission recall alert, the dressers may be unstable if they’re not anchored to a wall, posing a tipping hazard.

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How to Do Your Own Xeriscaping: 7 Principles to Follow

Jul 23, 2021

While you could find a local landscaping company to help you install your xeriscape, it's surprisingly simple — and enjoyable — to do it yourself. One of the best ways to understand what xeriscaping entails is to take a look at the practice's seven principles.

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Rite Aid Recalls Handheld Fans After Reports of 'Overheating and Emitting Smoke'

Jul 23, 2021

Rite Aid has recalled about 9,780 rechargeable handheld fans because the lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire risk. The Consumer Product Safety Commission has warned consumers to stop using these fans immediately. 

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Beware of Burn Hazard: Harbor Freight Tools Recalls 350,000 Tank Top Propane Heaters

Jul 23, 2021

If you bought a propane-tank-mounted heater from Harbor Freight Tools in the past five years, you may be affected by a just-announced federal safety recall due to a burn hazard. The Consumer Product Safety Commission on July 21 reported that it is recalling some 350,000 of the devices sold by the Calabasas, Calif.-based equipment retailer, including One Stop Gardens 15,000 BTU and 30,000 BTU Tank Top Propane Heaters.

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How to Install a Paver Walkway: Follow the Steps

Jul 23, 2021

Installing a paver walkway is something many homeowners can do by themselves without the help of a professional landscaper. This DIY project can be completed over a long weekend. Here’s how.

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Keep the Mud Out: Here's How to Build a Mudroom Addition

Jul 22, 2021

While a mudroom can go a long way toward increasing the functionality and value of your home, adding one yourself doesn't have to be excessively expensive or complicated. With some intermediate construction knowledge, you can get the job done on your own. Here's how.

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Ready? Set. Here's How to Prepare and Use Ready-Mix Concrete

Jul 20, 2021

Concrete is a relatively easy product for even beginner DIYers to work with — especially the ready-mix variety. Here, we'll go through some of the basics of this wonder material and give you what you need to know to use it in any project you set your mind to.