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How Drain Cleaners Work
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You've probably experienced a clogged drain before and reached for the drain cleaner. But how do drain cleaners work?
How the Adirondack Chair Became the Comfiest One You Can Own
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The comfort of the wide armrests, high back and slanted seat of the Adirondack chair have made it legendary since its invention in the early 1900s.
How Many Can You Get Right on This British Geography Quiz?
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If you can do more than identify where London is on a map, you're probably ahead of most people. Let's find out how you do on this British geography quiz!
How Carcassonne Works
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Carcassonne isn't just a fortress town in France; it's an addictive strategy game, too. Read about Carcassonne at HowStuffWorks.
Vincent van Gogh Final Paintings
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Vincent van Gogh completed nearly 80 paintings in two months in Auvers-sur-Oise before committing suicide. Learn about the works of Vincent van Gogh.
How Ice Rinks Work
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The things people do on ice rinks are so spectacular, we sometimes forget how remarkable ice rinks themselves are. Maintaining a proper ice rink is a real feat of engineering. Get a behind the scenes look at this very cool technology.
10 Things Dieters Need to Know About Metabolism
Metabolism and diet can impact changes in weight. Learn what you can do to control your metabolism and diet to lose weight.
5 Impressive Qualities of the HyperCar
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How much do you know about the HyperCar? Keep reading to learn about 5 Impressive Qualities of the HyperCar.
How Icynene Works
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Icynene is proposed as a greener alternative to other types of insulation. Learn about Icynene and see how it compares to traditional insulation.
Kowloon Walled City Once Was the Most Densely Packed Place on Earth
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Some 50,000 people jammed in an area one-hundredth of a square mile. An urban planning nightmare, it was home to gangs, factories and vibrant nightlife. How did it start, and what caused it to end?