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The first thing to do is to close the water supply to your sink or shower. In case it is the sink leaking, you will find below inside the vanity a couple of knobs on the wall, close them all the way and open the faucets to make sure the water supply has been closed. In case it is the shower, it will be necessary to close the water supply to the entire house; you will find the water valve outside the house or in the basement. Again close it and open a couple of faucets inside the house so the water pipes are completely emptied.

These instructions apply to a leaky shower and to a water faucet. Using the correct screwdriver, remove the handles with the letters H and C from the water valves. These should be plastic or metal, pry them gently and they will come off. Below them you will see screw heads, remove them and pull the knobs out. Pulling them out may take a little effort because they have been there for a while but with a little juggling they will come out. You will see a long cylinder which at the end, nearest to the wall, will have the shape of a large nut.

Take the wrench and put it tightly over the nut and turn it firmly counterclockwise. The whole thing will move, keep turning until you remove it from the wall. When removing it be careful not to damage or lose a plastic ring which acts as a gasket to keep water from dripping along the edges of the faucet. On the inside of the valve you will see a small rubber stopper, usually black, that closes the water flow when the water is off. These stoppers wear down, rip, or become deformed with time; this is what causes the leak.

Unscrew the stopper and head out to the hardware store to get a new one. These come in little boxes which contain several stoppers and screws. The kit may also contain different sizes of stoppers so be careful when picking the ones you will be buying. Once at home all you have to do is reverse the process. Chose the right size stopper, it should fit snuggly within the valves base. If it is too large, it will not close the water flow properly and if it is too small water will continue to leak. This is why you have to take the stopper with you to the store. You have to buy one that has exactly the same circumference as the old one.

It is a good idea to change both stoppers at the same time, if one is leaking the other one will probably start leaking soon. You have already cut the water supply so why not get the job completely done and forget about a leaky shower for a couple of years. Screw the stoppers into place firmly, not too tight to deform it and not to lose so that it moves. Put the valves back in place turning it clockwise until it is tight against the wall. Reassemble the handles and you are done. In a few minutes, you saved time and money, and best of all you have become a plumber.

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Indoor Hydroponic gardening has become quite popular in recent years as an alternative to soil gardening. In many cases it is easier and safer to grow your garden using a hydroponic solution. You know exactly how much to feed your plants, and there are many systems that use timers that automatically feed them, so you have very little to do on your own.

Types of Hydroponics Systems:

Wick System: The first one is the wick system, which has no actual moving parts and is easy to use be even beginning gardeners. Simply put, the Wick system uses two different trays, one on the other. The upper tray holds the plants in a growing medium, the lower tray holding the liquid nutrients. A 'wick' runs from the second tray into to bottom of the first, and the nutrients are automatically drawn up into the planting medium. One of the biggest draw backs of using this system is that if you are growing plants that have large food requirements, often times the wick doesn't draw it into the upper tray fast enough.

Drip Systems: The second most popular system that is more widely used than the Wick System is the Drip system. In this case, the set up is basically the same, with the plants held in a growing medium, the liquid nutrients in the bottom. There is not wick to draw the food up, instead a pump forces water and food into a drip system held above the planting tray, and drips down on the plants to feed them. The pump is operated on a timer which turns the pump on and off automatically as needed. With this method, there is also a recovery system, usually some kind of tube at the bottom of the upper tank, that drains out into the reservoir.

Because these two systems are the most popular and widely used, they are also the most available and easy to purchase. You can find these at many different lawn and garden supply stores, or you can order them directly online. You have a variety of different ordering choices. You can order what you need separately, as a complete system that all you have to do is put together, add seedlings and you're ready to go, or even many that are available as DIY kits, with plans and complete instructions on making your own hydroponic garden. Many of the supplies you will need for these kits can be found at local retailers, saving you money on supply costs, as well as shipping from an online store. In many cases, the initial costs for the whole system can be around $300-$500.

What are the advantages of using hydroponic systems?

For one, once it is set up and running, there is very little for you to do. This is ideal for people who want an organic garden, but may have busy schedules. All they have to do is make sure there are enough nutrients in the solution, and make sure that the timers are set correctly. There is no worries about weeds, and things like that, and there are even lights on timers that will turn on and off automatically.

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The benefits of hyrdroponic gardening systems are overwhelming. Topsoil erosion is avoided completely, as well as the use of pesticides and overuse of water. A hydroponic gardening system can also yield healthier, faster growing plants-with up to 50% faster growth. Hydroponic gardening also reduces the chances of infestation and disease as well as fungus growth. Additionally, a hydroponic system reduces the amount of energy spent on caring for and maintaining a garden. Most kits have automatic timers, drip systems and additional equipment, which keep the garden in great shape daily.

The word hydroponic comes from the Latin and literally means "water labor" or, respectively, "water-working." Hydroponic gardening was developed by the ancient Incas and Aztecs and surprised 19th century travelers. European gardeners then realized it was not necessarily the soil that helped a crop grow, but that it was the nutrients inside the soil. While soil helps decompose organic matter into mineral and nutrient-rich salts, these same components can be provided in a water solution for plants. In fact, providing the nutrients in water to the plants avoids extra work for the plant. The roots are able to gather nutrients quickly and without needing to breakdown soil. Additionally, the nutrients directly reach the roots daily and at the proper measurements.

A hydroponic gardening kit will often come with a container of some sort, which allows for maximum water efficiency as well as seeds. Nutrients or plant food is included with directions for proper feeding. Kits can also come with additions like: lighting, timers, baskets, drips, domes, converters, and frames.

Home systems can be developed for the cost of under $40.00. Construction includes building a rectangular frame and lining with polyurethane in order to keep the water from leaking. Then add a floating Styrofoam top with intermittent holes throughout. Plants can be purchased commercially in net pots, which enable the root system to stay compact during the first few steps of growing. Once the plants are secured in the holes (sometimes using a small, thin wood rod through the base of the plant and through the Styrofoam can keep it in pace), add water. Ensure all plant roots are immersed in the water. Then find a water solution that works best for your system. You can create PVC pipe feeding systems or add water throughout a side area, but do not feed directly over plants. Drip systems are better for your plant life than direct feeding, which does not ensure proper nutrient balance.

While home systems can be created quite easily, they do not have timers or additional equipment to maintain the water garden. For beginners, hydroponic gardening systems purchased as kits are probably the best option. Kits are available as simple starter kits or with as deluxe packages, which include premium feeding solutions and maintenance equipment.

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