#Dusting and etc is pretty straightforward but picking up?

[thedailyvio]

New Year, new update

This makes 7 years completed? And onto 8

Goals for '25?

I think I'd like to build my mental library more and Finally study something for once

Probably would like to work on my technique a bit more so I can be more comfortable drawing too? I kind of always need to refine something with 3+ passes to feel comfortable with it, but I'd like to get to a place where I can draw a bit more simply for not-grand pieces at least

A lot of things are up in the air right now for how much I'm going to be able to commit to art this year, so I can't predict what I'll have space for

However, I think while I'm going to stick to weekly posting for now (this will only change if I move back to desktop art more predominantly and I don't foresee this for awhile) I do want to try and post on the last day of each month also To better keep each everything in its proper month at least

[mylordshesacactus]

So, I always feel more than a little self-conscious when I make campaign-update posts about my own DM narration, because I much prefer to brag about my players’ awesome moments, but like.

The conclusion of this werewolf arc is something I’ve been building up to since the campaign started. Albion, the unicorn guardian of this stretch of forest, was the first NPC I developed for the campaign.

And when I say this was something I’d been building up to, it was by no means a guarantee! By the time this arc kicked off I knew the players and characters well enough to be pretty damn certain that the ‘bad ending’ (they FIGHT Albion) wasn’t in the cards--a more suspicious or impulsively violent group might have ended up in conflict, but not these guys, not with how they went about things. But the ‘default’ here was that they would walk away with a new ally and perhaps a favor promised, some free healing, etc.

But as it happened, the party didn’t just do a good job. Albion is a protector at heart, and their courage and selflessness and the care they showed the captured girls was bright and pure enough to impress him.

Literally they conducted themselves with so much bravery and raw love that they impressed a unicorn.

So they all actually walked away with a boon--that’s their major ‘loot’ from this arc. The boon is in their character sheets as ‘Blessing of the Protector’ and, for fun, I provided three possible minor-boon benefits and gave my players the option to pick one to keep. Mechanically, it’s a pretty straightforward multiple-choice permanent benefit (the options offer things like a permanent +2 to initiative, limited blindsight, and advantage on death saves under extremely specific thematically-relevant circumstances) that they’ll lose if they ever intentionally harm an innocent.

But this has been a long, emotional, challenging arc, and I wanted to make receiving that boon feel magical.

So, flavor-wise:

They’ve freed the surviving captives, returned one murdered girl’s possessions to her grieving sister, reunited our ranger’s sister with her hobgoblin girlfriend, healed everyone who needed it, and made arrangements for the young werewolf girl’s safety in case the village turns hostile toward her. Everyone has said an emotional farewell to Albion, and turned to climb the last hill before the village of Thistledale to rest.

The party, driven by a sudden instinct, glances over their shoulders.

Albion, standing in a golden ray of early-morning sunlight, rears impressively and strikes out once with golden hooves before slamming them to the ground. Like lightning, white flowers streak out across the ground from where the cloven hooves made contact. When they reach the party they explode into a wide swath of wildflowers; meanwhile those small white bell-shaped flowers vine their way up the party’s legs, down their arms, covering them instantly.

Just for the span of a heartbeat, as his magic wraps around them, they experience a flash of what it must feel like to be a unicorn--the rush of light and power in their blood, the heightened senses, the ability to feel every inch of the forest for miles in any direction, the connection to all the living things within it. The hot-blooded stallion drive to fight and protect as well as the prey-creature wariness. (A part of that wild-touched instinct never quite fades, and becomes their Protector boon--a piece of unicorn essence that changes them forever.)

Almost as quickly, most of the flowers covering them release, or begin dissolving into fairy dust, making them easy to brush off. Except that around each of their necks, the vines coalesce into a pendant--a cluster of living, white-gold silverbells.

When their eyes clear, Albion is gone.

But the girls they rescued are still there, and everyone takes a deep breath, turns away from the forest, and starts hiking up the hill into the sunrise.

[clarisrenaldis]

I feel like this is important relationship advice that the media doesn't really show much and people should know.

1. If you are developing feelings for a friend, I mean friend friend. You've known them for a long time and such, don't harbour your feelings. Acknowledge them as soon as possible at a moment you'd be cool with facing rejection.

Been on the other side of the spectrum when the guy I thought of my best friend for two years decided to get so attached that threatened to commit suicide when I didn't feel the same way. And not gonna lie, other than the anger and sadness I felt from the situation, I felt complete betrayal.

So, don't put your feelings in a pressure cooker and be mindful of the other person. Make sure you are cool with being rejected or accepted. Maybe approach them with a "Hey, this is sudden but I have feelings for you. I don't need an immediate answer and I don't have any problem if you don't reciprocate. And if you don't, I want to still be friends", very straightforward, not putting pressure and not putting high expectations and reassuring the other person they aren't hurting you with your answer.

Be brave and pick your head up!

2. If your answer is a no, then it's a no. Movies and series constantly put the "don't give up, keep chasing for them" when, in reality, it's the worst. You just look like you can't pick up a hint, or in this case, a straight up answer. Just accept it, dust yourself off, pick yourself up and move on.

3. If you are met with someone that said no in purpose for you to chase them, nope out of there. Being with people like that will give you a warped sense of consent from them, are most likely to be toxic relationships and you'll end up with a pretty bad view of what a relationship is.

Take for example those crazy girls you see on twitter or tiktok were they block their boyfriend in every social media possible and get mad they don't try to reach out.

Maybe if your fantasy is to be chased for, then learn the difference between teasing and ridiculous behaviour.

Annnd if you like someone and they ask you out, say yes. Don't say no just to have this unreal fantasy of them chasing you around pleading for you to be their date.

4. You like someone but never talked to them? Strike up conversation and become acquainted. Make excuses. "Let's form a group for this project", "hey all the seats are taken, may I sit next to you?", "did you say X hobby? I like that too! What did you think about Y thing?".

5. There are many ways you can tell someone isn't attracted to you. Seen many times person A try to peck the cheek of person B and person B doing a complete swerve to avoid it many times.

General discomfort at flirting attempts, keeping distance, avoiding you altogether, overall rejection, etc.

You spot these? Keep your distance.

6. There are also many ways to tell someone likes you.

Nervousness or flustered when you get close, you make eye contact with them and they immediately look down, the moment they see you they start checking how they look or fixing themselves (checking hair is in place, straightening clothes, clearing their throat), they lean closer when it's not needed, etc.

7. Communication is important!! Movies use misunderstandings and miscommunication for drama and comedy and the viewers know it was simple to fix, they just needed to talk.

Are you in a relationship? Communicate!

Ask about their day! Ask about schedules! Tell them your schedules! Discuss interests! Are they worried? Talk! Are you worried? Talk! Did you notice they were uncomfortable at some point? Ask!

It's a lot more simple than you think!

I'm aware men are mostly the ones that don't express themselves as much (you know, society) but I highly encourage you to communicate. The most lasting relationships I've seen are when both parties communicate!

Now, disclaimer. There are many types of communication. Sometimes you just have to explain to the other person how you express some things and them BAM! Communication!

8. If you are in your last year of highschool/secondary school and you are single, don't start a relationship!

You are at a moment in your life where you are deciding something very important! Having a partner and having that to influence your decision is going to be a headache.

Don't be rash and enjoy yourself while you can!!

Anyways, hope this are useful!!

[tkjunkdrawer]

Hexes, Charms, and Neutral Magicks

So, I've mentioned hexes a bunch, because that's Rhiz's major, so it comes up a lot. But what constitutes a hex in Litch Slush? It isn't just a general term for magic.

Hexes are a type of magic with negative effects. This is why they're used for punishments; hexes hurt, hinder, and horrify. I've listed many examples of hexes in previous posts, but here's some more nasty spell effects:

Persistent pain with no physical source

Excessive itching and hives without an allergy trigger of any kind

Unpleasant hallucinations [visual, audio, smell]

Can't turn left

Suddenly terrified of innocuous objects

Vomiting live beetles

People always call you a wildly incorrect name

Paralysis/immobilization

Hexes can range from annoying and slightly inconvenient to outright torturous and inhumane. Some of the milder stuff is pretty standard pranking material [can't turn left for a few minutes, mild itching]. But the more severe and prolonged the hex, well...there's laws about that kind of thing.

After a certain magnitude, these things can lead to real physical and emotional damage, and then you're in deep shit. There's a huge difference between mild itchiness on the level of a few mosquito bites, and itching so intense that the victim starts gouging their flesh from scratching so hard and it interferes with their ability to function. Hexing your buddy so their occasionally catch a whiff of an unpleasant farty smell is worlds apart from hexing someone to constantly smell something so unimaginably foul that they can't focus on anything else and it makes them physically ill. The latter in both cases is punishable by law.

Charms are the opposite end of the spectrum; these are spells with positive effects. I haven't really talked about it yet, but healing spells and things like that definitely fall into this category. Further examples include:

Soothing minor and major pains [and it's not addictive, unlike some painkillers]

Easing anxiety

Combating allergies

Healing wounds and broken bones

Energy boost

Helping people get to sleep

From making daily living a bit easier to outright saving lives, charms are a good influence. They've got a lot of use in various medical fields, obviously. God knows I wish I had magic to make my anxiety shut off. Many charms can also be used to directly counteract or cancel out hexes.

As such, those who study hexes must also study charms. Rhiz and Val are well-versed in both. Though they're not required to study the more medical charms; Hex majors really only need to take specific Charm courses that directly relate to their main field of study.

Of course, even if charms seem inherently good, they can still be misused. You can't just go around using healing charms without learning how to properly apply them. Those who've studied healing charms can seamlessly close wounds and repair broken limbs in such a way that you'd think they were never broken at all. A less-learned person can try to use healing charms with some limited success, but they can leave behind thick, ugly scars, or mend bones incorrectly. The thing about the bones is especially problematic; they have to go to a professional and have the bone re-broken and properly healed. Whoever "fixed" it in the first place can easily get stuck paying for that bill, should the injured choose to go after them for it.

Neutral Magic [colloquially known as "Noots" or "Newts" to anyone under like, 35] is basically everything else that doesn't fit into the first two categories, with one other major difference: it's applied to objects, not people, and has no intent of directly affecting people. Neutral magic can be used for the following purposes:

Banishing dust and grime

Helping plants grow, or making plants wither

Mending broken objects, or breaking objects

Moving objects

While these are certainly things that can hurt or help people, that's more of a side-effect; the main focus is to manipulate an object. One of the few exceptions to the "not used on people" rule is forcibly moving people. This can be used for good [to shove someone away from danger] or ill [to push people into harm's way].

Noots can also be linked to hexes or charms. A sequence, if you will. Like, if X happens, the noot picks up on it, and triggers a hex or charm in turn. Remember what I said about the rooms at the JuxtaPosition? There's a noot that senses distress, fear, panic, etc. When it senses those things, then it triggers a binding hex [to immobilize the source of the problem], and a noot that forcibly moves the attacker away from the victim. Or the Exclusion proximity noots, that sense when the Excluded and the Protected are too close to each other, and activate a blindness hex on the Excluded.

Of course, there's bound to be places where the lines are sort of blurred. Hexes can be used in a way that's beneficial [using a paralysis hex in self-defense] and charms can be applied with sinister intent [soothing someone to sleep to do awful things to them]. Magic is never so straightforward, right.

So that's the quick'n'dirty on magic in Litch Slush. A whole other beast from Termythian magicks.

SEND NOOTS

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[rwby-oc-blog]

RWBY Character Creation Sheet:

Name: (Must be a colour, or reminiscent of a colour)

Age:

Gender:

Orientation: (Completely 100% Optional. But this includes sexual and romantic, and regardless if you do or don’t fill this option in, you are free to change it as your character discovers more about themselves. Literally the only reason to fill in this option is if you have any plans on a romantic interest for your characters, whether that’s with another person’s OCs, or with your own, or if you are certain your character will not be into having romantic interest, even if only partially. If you’re not going to use this option please put either N/A, or Unknown, whichever is more fitting.) 

Team: (Optional, but if they are in a team, the team name must also follow the same rules as the character name)

Country of Origin:

Country they currently live: (if the same as their country of origin, feel free to leave this option blank)

Race: (Faunus or human. If Faunus, what kind? What is the trait they have?)

Disabilities: (Optional, but this can include paralysis, or missing a limb, to blindness, or even illness of any kind can apply here, as long as it can dramatically affect them in combat.)

Appearance: (Go nuts, and get creative, as long as you aren’t plagiarising your appearance from someone else. e.g. You can’t have two characters that look exactly the same, unless they are twins. and you can’t make a character that looks exactly the same as someone elses character, unless they are twins, and you have both agreed that they are in fact related. I will accept characters that are inspired by characters from TV shows or Movies, such as the one we are making OCs of, however they must have differences in their appearance, their weapons, their personality, their fighting style, and abilities. I will not accept blatant copies of already existing characters, whether they are from RWBY, or from another show, these are your characters, you can choose their appearances for yourselves, so be creative, be unique, make them yours. (This also goes for character’s abilities too, I won’t accept if you basically make a character that looks similar to Yang and has her semblance, her weapons, her temper, even down to missing an arm, and having a robotic prosthetic replacement) Is it too much to ask for some creativity?)

Personality: (pretty straight forward, but remember nobody is perfect, their personality should have it’s downsides as well as it’s upsides... for example, If they are carefree, easygoing, and airheaded, there’s a good chance they are susceptible to surprise attacks and ambushes, mostly when they aren’t aware of any danger, they may also procrastinate important things, or just forget important things in general, they are most likely a nice, fun person to hang out with, they can also be charismatic, so they can easily rally a crowd, and are easily capable of being a strong and passionate fighter who relies more on instinct rather than analytical abilities, but they can hard to rely on completely for everything, as they can forget the most obvious things, such as spare ammo, or food, or to contact someone first, etc.)

Hero or Villain? (pretty straightforward, really. Unless they aren’t so easily defined, like Raven.)

Emblem: (keep in mind this is optional, but pretty much every character on the show has one.)

Backstory: (Optional, but recommended, unless they are just a student, and not a fully fledged huntsman or huntress. Or if you’re going for a more mysterious character.)

Aura? (I mean, not all your characters have to start with Aura, it can be something they might not have unlocked yet. But if they don’t start with Aura, then they will basically be a normal human, meaning they won’t have a semblance either. But they will be able to train and become stronger as you RP)

Aura strength: (Think the difference between Yang, and Ren; Yang can consciously take lots of damage with her Aura before it starts to fail and damage is taken directly, even if her Aura is still active to some degree, whereas Ren can’t, and often gets incapacitated quickly, depending on the opponent. So Very low/Low/Med/High/Very high to start with, medium being about average.)

Aura capacity: (How much they can use their Aura without tiring themselves out, example Jaune, who has lots of Aura, even if he can’t/couldn’t effectively use it. So Very low/Low/Medium/High/Very high, to start with, medium being average)

Semblance? (Do they have their semblance yet? Not all your characters need to have acquired their semblance yet. Those who don’t, may only have their Aura, if it has been unlocked, that being said their Aura strength and capacity has nothing to do with acquiring their semblance, all these aspects are things your character can train to improve and acquire as you RP.)

Semblance type: 

(This helps us understand what the limits of their semblance may be. A Semblance may fall into a singular or multiple categories, if it falls into multiple categories, they should have a main category and a secondary category, tertiary category, etc. 

The main category will be the category it most strongly fits, and the subsequent categories are in order of the most fitting to least fitting. The secondary category effects will not be quite as powerful as the main category effect, the third effect won’t be as strong as the secondary effect, and so on. The only time where you can overrule this is if it fits in the unique category, in which if the ability easily fits into more than two categories, you can choose at least 2 categories to be your main. However an ability in the Unique category will require approval, to make sure it’s not overpowered. 

(That being said, all semblances will require approval to make sure they aren’t overpowered, it’s just I’ll be extra weary with the Unique ones. *Side note* Your character is not One punch man, they are not invincible and unfathomably strong, seemingly with no weaknesses of any kind.)

(Creation: Think Weiss, or Blake, Weiss’s Semblance is Glyphs, and Blake’s is to create a clone of herself. 

Augmentation: Think Yang, or Ruby. These Semblances take a physical attribute and give them a boost, so Ruby has Super speed, but her semblance takes concentration to activate at different speeds, Whereas Yang’s Semblance grants her an increase in strength, equal to, or double to the damage she’s already taken in the current fight, the difference is Ruby can use hers whenever she feels like using it, but at the cost that it’s very strenuous, the faster she accelerates, But Yang can only effectively activate her semblance in response to already taking damage, but that means as long as the hits she’s taking aren’t too powerful, or too concentrated (see her brief altercation with Adam for that example) Her strength doesn’t really stop scaling up in the fight.  

Distortion: Can affect the things around them, or the perception of things around them, think Qrow, Pyrrha, or Emerald, Emerald’s being able to create Illusions to distort people’s perception, Pyrrha being able to control magnetism, being able to distort a physical force, and Qrow’s is literally to bring bad luck to everyone and everything around him.

Perception: A new category, though we don’t know of anyone whose semblance fits this category, just yet. A semblance falling under this category means it allows the user to see or detect things that aren’t visible or detectable through their normal senses, so People who have unlocked their Aura can feel Aura around other people, including Aura capacity, and it can be visible in certain situations, and even makes noises when abilities are activated, but it would be unheard of to have the ability to see people’s Aura at all times, including those who have not unlocked their Aura. it doesn’t have to be the whole ability, the perception can just be a side effect gained from their main ability.

Unique: I don’t want to see this category abused, but this is for semblances that are so bizarre, or different that they can easily fit into more than two of the other four categories, or does not easily fit into any of the above categories, I can’t really think of any off the top of my head, but if any of your ideas do fit this category let me know, so I can use them as an example on this sheet. 

Semblance: (Up to three main abilities that are somewhat unique to your character. As long as they aren’t completely overpowered, any abilities are fine, as long as they are related, for instance, Ruby’s main ability is super speed, but in volume 4 she’s also been shown to have the ability to change direction mid-air without the aid of her Cresent Rose. But the more abilities they have the weaker their abilities can become, or the more strenuous their semblance becomes, so they won’t be able to use it for as long.) 

Dust augmentation? (Can their semblance be augmented by the use of Dust to take on elemental properties? And do they take advantage of this? If so, What Dust type do they use? And why? Is this dust used as ammo in their weaponry? If not, where do they store this Dust?)

Physical strength: Yang, or Jaune, Yang can very easily pick up an amp that’s the same size as her, and Jaune finds his own weapon kinda heavy. (Very low/Low/Medium/High/Very high, low or medium being about average strength)

Mental strength: (How susceptible to mental attacks such as illusions are they?So Very low, Low, Medium, High, Very high, very low, to low being average, and only someone who has lots of experience fighting opponents who utilise illusions and mental attacks can have High or Very high mental strength. Or if they ahve a Perception ability can allow them to see through illusions, they may be allowed a medium)

Weapons: (go nuts and get creative, and try to be as specific as you can, details are useful, just saying. Just try to remember that your weapon can’t do everything, and must have it’s situational limits, e.g. Cresent Rose is a powerful scythe, and a great sniper-rifle, but it can’t really be used effectively in scythe form indoors, due to size constraints, unless you’re actively trying to tear up the building you’re standing in, which doesn’t really sound like a good idea, so instead it must be relied on mostly as a ranged weapon in those conditions, which means it could be bad if Ruby ended up in a close-quarters combat situation while indoors, so to put it into perspective, say hypothetically she was up against Yang, and you get my point.)  

Strengths: (for instance, what are their favourable combat conditions, e.g. Ranged combat, or CQC, long fights, or short fights, hot or cold environments, indoors, outdoors, open field, forest, etc.)

Weaknesses: (Characters must always have weaknesses, and yours are no different, what are the unfavourable conditions for your character? Do they struggle against ranged combatants? or CQC? etc.) 

*side note* You must have at least 3 strengths and weaknesses for your character, but the more in depth you describe them and their strengths and weaknesses, the more complete and 3D they’ll be to other people.

What role should they take in a fight truly lets them shine? (Are they a Mobile DPS (Blake), a Tank (Jaune), a Support (Weiss), a Sniper (Ruby), A Heavy DPS (Coco), A bruiser (Yang), a Glass cannon (Velvet), a strategist (Ruby, Jaune) or a role I haven’t mentioned?) 

For appearances of things, such as clothing or weaponry, you can also attach pictures for reference, or if you’re talented enough, you may attach pictures of your characters and their weapons in the appropriate places. 

I think that’s it for now, but I may add more in the future.

[ambitiouslyamanda-blog]

20 THINGS TO SELL FOR SOME QUICK CASH — 05.19.2017

As Spring is on it’s tail end, it’s finally time to do some Spring cleaning; cleaning the gutters, throwing out things you don’t need, and tending to the garden — but instead of the usual ritual of throwing things to the side of the road, let’s try to sell them for some extra, easy cash. Not only will this declutter your place, but also make you some good money to save or spend on something you’ve always wanted. Not sure what to sell? Read on for a list of 20 Things to Sell for Some Quick Cash…

1.       Last year’s textbooks

Have textbooks you no longer need for the present school year? Don’t let those suckers collect dust — sell them to younger students in your program for some quick, easy money. Join textbook selling groups on Facebook, advertise on Kijiji or Craigslist, or post on your social media pages to get the job done.

2.       Scrap materials.

In my post, Fifteen Ways To Make Money This Summer Without a Part Time Job, I stated that I had made $50 selling old bike frames and a skateboard. People everywhere are looking for scrap materials to make their own items, whether it’s bike tires or sheets of metal. Advertise your junk on Kijiji before you throw it out and let the surprise encompass you when you have some offers on your trash.

3.       Formal wear, like suits and prom dresses.

Let’s be honest — are you ever going to wear your prom dress again? If the answer was no, feel free to list it in your local buy and sell groups to get some easy cash.

4.       Video games.

Have a bunch of PS1 games you’re never going to play? Sell them. Gamers everywhere are looking for games to buy for cheap, new or old; so if you have something you haven’t played in a while, get over your nostalgia and sell it.

5.       Video game systems.

Speaking of video games, the consoles in your basement collecting dust aren’t doing much for you either. Some people shell out big cash for old systems like the NES and certain editions of the N64, so if you’re not playing them, get rid of them.

6.       Sporting goods.

If you have lightly used sporting goods that haven’t been touched in ages, list them on Kijiji for some decent cash.

7.       Vintage clothing.

Go thrifting and find some good name brands like Levis, Wrangler, Gucci, etc — and sell those items on Depop for a profit. Just make sure you know how to ship them out without getting shilled for your money.

8.       DVDs, CDs, Records, Cassettes, and VHS tapes

Collectors are everywhere, and some are scrambling to find certain CDs, VHS tapes, or records to complete their collections. Advertise these items in a collection for a quick, straightforward way to get rid of all your unused medias — or list one by one to make a bigger profit. If you have old Disney VHS tapes, search them online — some of them are worth a fortune. Always do your research!

9.       Handmade items.

If you have a penchant for creating things, why not turn your hobby into profit? Selling at local farmer’s markets, on Etsy, or local buy and sell groups can garner you a pretty penny from interested customers. Make jewellery, clothing, cool computer hard drives — whatever! Someone will probably love what you’re selling.

10.   Old computers or computer materials.

Lots of people are now into making their own motherboards by using different drives and materials than what their original computers came with. Some people are even working from the ground up and making computers from scratch! List these products on Craigslist to reach lots of people and allow the money to pour in for something you weren’t going to use anyway.

11.   Comic books!

Another collectors item, comic books are a popular sell on local sites like LetGo and Kijiji. Go through your old collection and sell the most valuable issues for some quick coin.

12.   Musical instruments.

Have a guitar in the corner of your room just gathering dust? Sell it. If you haven’t learned it after all this time, you’re probably not going to pick it up again, so you might as well sell it to someone who will actually use it.

13.   Cars or car related things.

Have a bunch of spare tires? Or an old hunk of junk car you’re never going to fix or drive again? Sell these items for a reasonable price and I’m sure someone will be more than happy to take it off your hands.

14.   Old electronics, like cell phones, DVD players, and stereos.

People are often enamoured with the past — especially past technology — so don’t be afraid to list these items in fear of no one buying them. Someone will take interest.

15.   Baby stuff, like clothing, strollers, and toys.

I don’t think any parent wants to pay full price for a shirt their kid is going to grow out of in a month — so don’t be wary of putting lightly used baby items online! Strollers, toys, car seats, shoes, and bottles can all sell for a decent price, garnering some extra cash in your pocket.

16.   Furniture.

If you’ve recently purchased a new couch or dining room table, sell the old one! If they’re in good condition, I’ve noticed these are the kind of things that sell quickly online and for fantastic prices. You can also thrift furniture pieces for cheap and sell them for a higher profit, if you don’t have any of your own furniture to spare.

17.   Power tools or building equipment.

Tools like hammers, saws, and drills are also big sellers on Kijiji and Craigslist. If you’re not in need of these items or have extras, sell them and use the money you make for things you’ll will use instead.

18.   Books.

Have books you’ve read a million times or some you’ll never read again? Sell them in a yard sale or online for some quick cash. Children’s books sell especially well.

19.   Sell your clothes!

Before you run off and donate them to your local thrift store, you can always try to sell them on apps like LetGo, Depop, and Etsy. What once was your favorite shirt may just be someone’s dream tee — so at least try to sell your clothes before running off to the Salvation Army to get rid of them.

20.   Glassware, dishes, picture frames, and other household things.

If you’re like my mom and have way too many dishes, sell them! The same goes for picture frames, vases, pots, pans, and glasses.

Excited to start making money this summer? Let me know down below what you’re planning on selling in the comments, and as always, thank you for reading.

Ambitiously,

Amanda

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To begin with, I’d take it as an axiom that any respectable prepper should know how to start a fire in an emergency. Also, I am a firm believer in the theory that any bug out bag or survival kit should pack a fire starter, together with a couple of Bic lighters, just in case.

If you’re wondering why, well, you should contemplate the fact that fire is maybe the most important invention in the history of mankind.

For starters, fire keeps you warm and that’s quite important during the winter season, especially when confronted with a survival situation, i.e. you get lost out in the big bad wood or whatever.

I am aware of the fact that we live in a day and age when people don’t go out much, especially in the woods/in the wilderness. Getting lost is a pretty rare occurrence as we’re surrounded by high-tech GPS capable gadgets, Google Maps at our fingertips, mobile internet, offline maps and whatnot.

However, nasty things can happen at any given moment. The likes of earthquakes, hurricanes, terrorist attacks or good-old power outages may render your central heating system useless in no time.

There are also still folks out there, in flyover country, so to speak, who still go out hiking and hunting (in my time it was called having fun), even in the winter, so you may face a situation where having a fire starting kit will save your life.

So, ranting aside, besides keeping you warm and preventing frostbite from incapacitating you in an emergency, fire will allow you to cook your food, purify water for medical treatment or drinking, keep wild animals away, and signal your presence during the night or during the day via smoke signals.

Survival isn’t all that fire is about though; it’s also needed for complex things that made civilization possible, like metallurgy or pottery.

Yes indeed folks, fire is pretty important in almost all aspects of our modern life, yet we seem to take it for granted, as we got lazy due to our high-tech dominated and lavish lifestyle.

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Getting back to our story, let’s talk about a few ideas with regard to DIY-ing emergency fire starters.

To begin with, I bet you’ve already watched a dozen movies where Crocodile Dundee or that weird dude which has the improbable name of Bear Grylls is rubbing 2 sticks together and somehow a fire magically appears. Believe me folks, that’s next to impossible if you’re a regular guy who never tried that before (like 200 times).

Here, the fire starter kit comes into play because, after all, we’re living in the 21st century and we’re supposedly smarter than your average troglodyte in the Amazonian jungle (I am not sure all of those guys discovered fire yet).

An emergency fire starter kit is aimed at making your survival story more pleasant and interesting to tell to your friends, and also more probable, as in “Staying Alive”, if you know that Bee Gees song.

What I am trying to tell you is that even if lighters or matches, are the easiest way to start a fire, having an emergency survival kit is pretty cool and it will make you stand out in the prepper crowd.

Joking aside, the main purpose of a fire starter kit is to help you with making a fire in adverse weather conditions (read rain, wind, snow or any combination of 2), when a simple lighter will not suffice.

1. Mini Fire Starter Kit

The first DIY project is the Micro Fire Starter Kit and it’s my personal favorite because it involves a Bic lighter, obviously.

The genius of this DIY fire starter kit is its simplicity. All you need is an old empty Bic lighter which is cut in half with a saw/knife or whatever. This creates a very small fire starter.

The striker still works obviously, and you’ll also use the storage chamber underneath (where the lighter fluid used to be) for your fishing hook.

You’ll also use cotton and the phosphorus paper, all of which are the must-have ingredients for an old school fire starter, sealed and waterproofed with hot glue for using in survival situations. I know what you’re thinking: you’d prefer a  brand new/working Bic lighter instead of that DIY fire starter kit, but life is not always easy folks.

Video first seen on American Hacker.

2. Micro Emergency Fire Starter Kit

Here’s another idea for DIY-ing an emergency fire starting kit using another Bic lighter for creating an ultra-light and uber-tiny keychain survival tool.

This project involves some tinkering with the lighter, but you’ll end up with a very small emergency fire kit which uses the same principle, i.e. the working striker of a Bic lighter combined with cotton balls mixed with petroleum jelly as combustibles, that are stored inside the cut-down lighter’s innards.

Video first seen on MeZillch.

3. Pocket Size Fire Starter Kit

For another idea, take a look at this pocket-sized fire starter kit which is made from an old pain reliever tube and nothing much else. By nothing much else I mean old wax, a Ferro rod and a striker. But just watch the video and you’ll discover a very clever way for making a fire starter from scratch, and most importantly, one that really works well (I tried it myself).

Video first seen on supergokue1. 

4. Self Igniting Fire Starters

Here’s a (clumsy) compilation of some of the best DIY self-igniting fire starters and combinations – a kit of sorts – which contains cool stuff like:

a self-igniting pine pitch fire stick fire starter

self-igniting dust fire starters

pine pitch fireball fire starters

pine pitch fire bomb fire starters

fire crackle fire starters, fatwood fire stick fire starters

This also includes char rope, char cloth, and a fire light candle. The idea is that you can buy all these gizmos from eBay and see how they’re made, then try to reverse engineer them if you think they’re worth the stretch.

Video first seen on The Tera Farley Channel. 

5. Chemical Based Fire Starters

Now with the old-school fire starter kits taken care of, let’s see how a chemist would make a fire in the absence of lighters, matches, Ferro rods, sticks and stones, etc.

Truth be told, this is something resembling a chemistry class, as the video tutorial will show you some pretty cool chemical reactions – four oxidation processes respectively –  which will all result into an open flame, provided you have the materials at the ready.

Basically, you’ll learn how to make a fire without matches if you get lost in your chemistry lab or something along these lines. The idea is that you’ll require sulfuric acid, potassium permanganate (these are hard to get over the counter), potassium chlorate, zinc powder, glycerol, acetone, ammonium nitrate and several other chemicals. It’s never a bad idea to know how to make fires this way because you don’t know what situation you may find yourself in.

However, as far as chemistry experiments go, these ideas are among the best out there, being nothing short of spectacular. Just don’t let your kids see the video, okay?

Video first seen on Thoisoi2 – Chemical Experiments!. 

6. How to Make Fire With a Lemon

I saved the best for last, as you can imagine. Now, sit down, take a deep breath and learn how to make a fire with a lemon.

Yes, folks, you can make a fire with a lemon if you’re from Sweden and you have a thick accent. Okay, and you have lemons, obviously.

This is not a joke, as the principle behind the lemon fire starter is pretty straightforward: the lemon is an acidic fruit, the juice inside is the electrolyte, and sticking a few copper/zinc pins (think electrodes) into the lemon will make for a primitive circuit which provides you with electricity when closed. You see where this is going, right?

The battery will be used for creating basically a short circuit via a thin wire, which will go incandescent in the process, meaning that you’ll be able to use it for lighting up dry tinder, thus making for a good fire starter by any measure.

Take a look at the video and see for yourself. It’s massive fun. As far as out-of-the-box workable ideas go, this one is the best in the world. I mean, if life gives you lemons, make a fire with them.

Video first seen on NorthSurvival. 

And yes, it works, I’ve tried it.

If you have other ideas or comments, feel free to express them in the dedicated section below.

This article has been written by Chris Black for Survivopedia. 

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Exactly how to Opt For a Business Cleaning Company

Exactly how to Opt For a Business Cleaning Company

 One will assume choosing a business cleaning company to sustain their center will be a pretty very easy job. A lot of maintenance managers of centers, in charge of managing the cleanliness as well as health and wellness of their property, recognize this is actually not as easy as it seems. The form of location and its requirements direct the services needed. The appeal of the location plays a sizable part in the effectiveness of business, whether it is a supermarket, retailer or even a hospital. A filthy appeal consistently makes a poor feeling! Along with cleaning being actually an $80 billion dollar industry, there is a substantial list of business cleaning services, a few of which have actually chosen to franchise. They vary coming from little, mid-size as well as big, plus all possess their very own menu of companies to offer. Thus, what are actually some points to try to find when creating a choice?

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 Permit's begin with the resource as well as size. Relying on the sort of organisation as well as measurements of your location aids tighten down the list of office cleaning services to investigation. Perform you have various sites requiring service? Next, pick the services you need to have; the type of surface( s) that need to have to be actually washed, and also what kind of regularity are you trying to find? Last but not least, choose your spending plan. The moment this list is actually in location it is actually opportunity to begin the interview process. Create down all your concerns.

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 For a mid-size to sizable facility there are actually likely much more than one location or even kind of areas to be cleansed. Whether it is actually a food store, retail room, college, healthcare facility or perhaps a stockroom, every place has floors to be cleaned up as well as preserved. Yet what kind of area is it? Is it ceramic, plastic, concrete, rug? Don't overlook the home windows. If it is actually a supermarket you may need team cleansing, such as meat spaces, bake shop, delicatessens & hot foods items, etc. Is it a hospital? Health centers and also colleges have their very own level of "tidy" to maintain, with rigorous regulations, rules and treatments to be adhered to. Picking a bigger office cleaning service who offers a varied menu of solutions are going to most likely be your finest choice. Be sure to contribute to your checklist office cleaning solution franchises, as they have a tendency to consistently give the companies you will certainly likely need as well as can easily supply all of them to several sites need to you need this Brisbane.

 Right here are a couple of crucial concerns to assist you make your choice on the choosing the ideal cleansing solution:

 1. What companies perform they provide services for?

 2. Are they a franchise business business? Can they service multiple sites if required?

 3. Do they possess the man-power to perform the services you require?

 4. What is their knowledge?

 5. What sorts of cleaning products do they utilize? and why?

 6. What kinds of clients perform they presently supply solutions for? Perform they have knowledge with other services like your own?

 7. Do they have recommendations? An office cleansing firm that will definitely offer you a minimum of 3 references of current clients likewise is a strong sign this firm relies their abilities to offer the solutions you need as well as in the means you should have to possess your facility look Brisbane.

 You wish to search for a properly spherical commercial cleaning company which has a tried and tested performance history of preserving its own customers. Nevertheless you don't would like to have to keep redoing the hiring handling. Testimonial the solutions to these questions very carefully to aid tighten your checklist of feasible cleaning services to decide on. Just before creating your ultimate assortment there are a handful of added items equally as important in the selection making method.

 Insurance coverage:

 Does the business have responsibility insurance policy as well as is it sufficient to shield you against a potential responsibility case arising from the cleansing? Perform they sustain employee's payment insurance for their laborers? Many states require this kind of insurance coverage. Don't only take the cleansing business's term explaining they possess insurance policy. Many providers carry out not bring insurance, or bring a very little quantity. Receive a duplicate of their insurance policy certificate. If you choose all of them emphasize being actually incorporated as a certificate holder as well as additional guaranteed, so you are improved along with a brand new certification when it expires or even if the plan is cancelled.

 Every trusted industrial cleaning company are going to more than happy to offer verification of insurance policy. Decide on an office cleaning company that has insurance policy to secure you and also your industrial center in instance of damage to your residential property and also trauma to the cleaning services while they are on your home.

 Cleaning Products & Equipment:

 For Your Protection before you work with the business cleaning solution experience the location to figure out what they intend to utilize on the various surface areas. Lots of novice industrial cleaning services make use of the incorrect items or use the right items inaccurately. Some in-experienced cleaners also use the incorrect devices. This can result in long-lasting harm or even stains to your home. A trusted and also seasoned business is going to gladly take the opportunity to travel your resource, observe the work which requires to be performed and also even assist you in cultivating a schedule to keep the facility clean as well as shiny.

 Cleaning Checklist:

 Ask the commercial cleaning company for a cleaning guidelines which are going to detail all the services performed for every cleaning. This inspection checklist or even "work purchase" ought to be actually authorized through monitoring in purchase for the office cleaning specialist to send payment. This guarantees you will simply spend for companies that have actually been actually given to your contentment.

 Costs Structure:

 Talk to the business cleaning company for their costs structure not merely for the services you will certainly require on a regular basis however additionally for any kind of secondary solutions which may develop during the course of your contract along with all of them. So they are washing your floorings three times a full week? But, supposing one thing develops to demand a strip and also wax of the flooring area? Just how much will that cost? A trusted business cleansing service recognizes budget plans and will definitely know your demand to have an idea, otherwise a strong dollar volume for the sorts of services essential or even which might become essential Brisbane.

 Finally, plans. Inquire to find the companies policies on forms of remittance they accept, their cancellation plan as well as if they supply an assurance.

 Opting for a business cleaning company carries out certainly not need to come to be a time eating duty if you use the information from this write-up as a device to help you in making a selection. An office cleaning solution that takes the time to answer all your concerns, that puts in the time to survey the facility as well as possesses an extensive expertise of the solutions to be performed is extra probably to satisfy and also probably are going to exceed your requirements!

 What Are the Various Types of Cleaning Services?

 As the world receives more busy along with each time, residential cleaning obligations typically become an intimidating task and also often obtain ignored. Bureaucracy of cleaning companies has actually ensured that this trouble has been subsided the shoulders of folks and establishments. Prior to scheduling cleaning services, it is a good idea to understand what you demand when it happens to cleansing. These are some of the ideal services:

 Simple cleaning

 Standard cleaning services require the straightforward however necessary cleaning criteria in residential or commercial properties. This service involves cleaning of areas, vacuuming rugs, mopping flooring surfaces as well as spot cleaning Fundamental cleansing usually happens throughout the whole entire home where locations like bathrooms, lavatories, sinks, residing areas, as well as kitchen spaces are cleaned up. The cleaners get rid of junk coming from the kitchen space as well as other regions in the property and straighten up the space. Simple cleaning can easily be regularly where the client registers for the solution to happen the moment a full week, once a month or even depending on to their criteria.

 Profound cleansing

 Profound cleansing is an elaborate solution that combs the whole entire attribute utilizing comprehensive cleaning treatments. The cleaning professionals are actually hired to scrub floorings, deep-seated tidy carpetings using energy and also steam vacuums, scrub kitchen space tools like fridges and also grills, washing or steaming cushioning as well as cleaning motes like cabinetry knobs and door takes care of. Comprehensive cleansing is an essential service that intends for acquiring rid of all the dust in your house coming from dust to stains on the carpet. Complete cleansing can be a normal company that is going to take place every two months or two. This company is actually strongly suggested for households with children to ensure you can easily maintain a phenomenal amount of sanitation.

 End of tenancy cleaning

 The action in or move out cleaning solution is offered to both renters as well as landlords. Landlords can schedule this service prior to a new renter moves right into a property to always keep the building nice in the course of checking out as well as on the actual move-in day for the tenant. A resident could obtain this company when leaving behind an old building or when moving right into a brand new house in purchase to have the cleaning completed to their inclinations. This solution may be made such as a general cleaning or a deeper cleaning company relying on the choice of the consumer.

 One off cleansing.

 The one off cleaning company has a higher difference rate given that it depends upon the factors why the client is taking up the company. The company may be extensive or even basic cleansing based upon the said necessities of the customer. Lots of consumers work with one off cleaning services after hosting events, performing restorations and also repairs in the residential or commercial property and yard sale. The one-off cleaning company is actually tailor made as well as can be individualized to suit certain demands of the house.

 Industrial Cleaning Service

 Cleaning services submit a plan for protective services for one's property or even workplace. At presents, there is a huge requirement for the cleaning company in every organization as well as they are readily available to service your cleaning needs to have. The monitoring performs not possess the amount of time to either care for cleaning task or hire permanent workers whose project summary is merely to clean, so they choose the companies of professional cleansers. The selection whether to keep business functionality including the cleaning services in house or delegate them is actually the very most demanding choice nowadays.

 Features of business cleansing organisation

 Hiring business cleaning services is a practical selection for many. Everybody requires their property or place of work cleaned up a minimum of weekly, thus business cleansing firms will definitely certainly never lack job. Business cleaning services concentrate on numerous forms of cleaning up firm that is valuable for folks. These cleaning services are actually either concentrated on a particular kind of company like janitorial company or combination of service. Cleaning up companies might clean the workplace in eventually or even they might operate on turning routine as established by the company. One does not need to provide particular items as cleaning services generally carry their own devices and materials.

 Perks of employing business cleaners

 Cleansing business mostly serve to the home field, generally only wash our home as they are contracted to carry out the exact same yet there are actually some cleansing business which carry out much more than only cleaning up. One can easily leave behind the office or property and come back to a tidied up spot the following time. They give various other related service for clients that might be actually required also. The principal perks of working with business cleansers are:

 - A cleaning solution company handles focused needs that conserve the company opportunity and also loan.

- A cleaning solution carrier employs specialist cleansers that do companies including taking out wastes that need to have unique treatment.

- The business cleaning services make one relaxed that upkeep issues are being dealt with.

- The business cleaning service likewise does sought solutions including examining light bulb etc.

- The other benefit is actually one may sit and talk about the series of activities that need to have to be actually carried out as well as also one can easily pick from assortment of solutions provided due to the business.

- One could be positive that his concerns are being gone to by specialist workers through these commercial cleansing solution companies.

- These office cleansing providers deliver pliable work in little bit of however crucial factors that needs to have to take care of in workplace.

 Know About Hiring Professional Cleaning Services

 Maintaining your bordering clean is an ongoing job that never ever finishes. It usually tends to take in all your time if you decide to do it on your own. If you really feel that your lifestyle right now just focuses on transforming bedding, cleaning, vacuuming and mopping floorings, at that point there is actually a solution for you. There are qualified cleaning services which you may work with to handle your home cleansing tasks. For residential cleansing there are actually maid solutions which you can employ. They are qualified through the specialist cleaner. There are wide arrays of possibilities which you may select from when hiring a housemaid service. These are actually:

 You may plan their solutions for frequent once a week cleaning

They are actually also offered for routine biweekly cleansing

You can find certainly there help for one-time on unique affairs

They are also readily available for demanding activities like basement cleaning and garage cleansing.

Choices for Cleaning Services: To discover the finest experts for washing your house you may count on suggestion companies located online. They will certainly check your demands and get you through to the pre evaluated and also greatest trained specialists. These professional provider will definitely give you the quotes before you start. They are likewise completely bonded as well as insured.

A standard professional property cleaning company features:

 Packing dishwashers

Modifying bedding

Cleaning

Vacuuming

Cleansing as well as likewise sterilizing bathrooms

Additionally disinfecting as well as cleansing your kitchen space locations

You have the alternative of additional customizing your cleaning company package by consisting of:

Floor shaving

Cushioning cleansing

Carpet cleansing

Drapery Cleaning

Window Cleaning

Fixtures cleaning

Woodwork polishing

Moving furnishings

Laundry washing

These qualified services are commonly a demanding duty like building and construction clean, article moving, garage cleansing, industrial cleansing and also commercial cleaning. There are actually lots of cleansing firms which deliver gift certificates to the customers. If you are hiring the specialist solution for cleaning for the initial time, then there are actually a handful of points which you need to look after:

 Before Selecting the Service Providers Interview Them: Get in contact with the numerous experts that offer this service. Search for the references as well as verify all of them. It is crucial to guarantee your being compatible as well as convenience confess them as they will definitely be hanging around at your home. You need to ensure that they are trustworthy, as they will definitely possess access to your home.

 Figure out From Where the Cleaning Equipment will definitely be actually supplied: Ensure that all the cleaning devices which will definitely be actually required is actually purchased due to the solution carriers. There are specific provider who take the source coming from the residence owners. Therefore make sure beforehand that they get all the devices like suctions, mops, brushes as well as washing solvents.

 Define the cleaning locations: Before the appearance of the professional cleansers, choose the areas you wish to receive washed. So make a listing of the complication regions which you prefer all of them to spend special attention to just before their appearance. Finally, proceed and also cover the expense involved along with all of them for the standard that you outlined. Correctly, examine your budget and you will definitely be all set to start our home cleaning job.

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How to Detail Your Engine Bay

Engine bay detailing refers to the process of removing perhaps thousands of miles’ worth of dust, dirt and grime from the space inside your car where the engine is held.

Although this may seem like a daunting or delicate process, it’s possible to do yourself with a little planning, thought and effort. The result is a clean, beautiful engine bay that looks just like new—as well as a vehicle that functions more reliably and has a higher resale value.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. The Importance of Cleaning your Engine Bay

II. Our Step-by-Step Guide to Detailing your Engine Bay

III. The 4 Best Degreasers for Detailing your Engine Bay

IV. How Often to Clean your Engine Bay

I. The Importance of Cleaning your Engine Bay

People often miss the importance of cleaning the engine bay of their cars, in part because it’s not the first thing you see when you look at a vehicle. In fact, most people never see it at all—so undoubtedly there are plenty of beautifully cleaned, polished and waxed cars on the road that are hiding terribly grimy engine bays. However, the engine bay gets dirty really fast.

Cleaning it makes sure that grease and dirt don’t accumulate within or surrounding components that are essential to the function of your car. Dirt tends to cause degradation of components over time—the pulleys and bearings especially are damaged by grit and grease accumulation.

The other benefit of cleaning your engine bay is that it allows you to get a better understanding of what’s there and keep an eye on any problems that may arise over time, which dirt and grime can hide. If you catch any leaks, corrosion, etc. early, you might be able to save lots of money by preventing worsening issues later on.

Additionally, a clean engine bay helps maintain your vehicle’s resale value, as it is indicative of a well-maintained automobile overall.

Note: Although this process is generally quite straightforward, you will definitely want to take extra precautions if your car is from the 1990s or any older. The particular concern is that although most of the time, electrical components are protected if they’re hit with a high-pressure flow of water it can get inside and cause problems.

So it’s a good idea to cover parts like your car’s alternator, fuse box, air intake, electrical connections/plugs, and battery terminals—plastic shrink wrap/cling film is a great choice for this kind of protection.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of precautions you should take when detailing your engine bay. And when in doubt, ALWAYS seek the guidance of a professional for your own safety and that of your beloved vehicle!

II. Our Step-by-Step Guide to Detailing your Engine Bay

Ready to get started?

Here’s our list of 10 straightforward steps to keeping your engine bay spotless and beautiful:

1. Gather your materials

These will include, but are not necessarily limited to:

Engine degreaser

Water hose

Plastic bags/plastic shrink wrap

Bucket

Drip pan

Car wash mitt

Wash brush

Car wash soap

Absorbent pads

Terry and microfiber cloth towels

Plastic cleaner

Metal cleaner/polish

2. Give the engine bay an initial hose-down

This is an important step just to get rid of a lot of the dirt that’s on there and help the degreaser spread further.

Be sure to do this once the engine is cool—it doesn’t have to be entirely cold, but you should leave the hood up for at least an hour before you start the process.

While you’re waiting, put down some drip pans and absorbent pads so that the chemicals you’re using don’t get everywhere.

3. Protect parts from water

Cover the battery with plastic (a bag or shrink wrap). You may also want to cover the alternator, carburetor, and distributor. This will depend on what kind of car you have—whether it’s a classic or modern car, for one.

Make sure you don’t spray too much water around the fuse box and coil packs if you’ve got a modern car.

4. Add the degreaser

You’ll want to use degreaser rather than standard soap because it cuts through the oil (hence the name “degreaser”).

Apply liberally in the oiliest areas such as the oil pan and starter. Typically you will want to allow the degreaser to sit for several minutes so that it acts on the grease effectively.

A wash brush will also help get things clean, and the soft bristles won’t create any worrisome scratches.

5. Rinse again and perhaps repeat

Using low water pressure, give it all another rinse. If your engine bay hasn’t been detailed in a very long time, you may have to repeat step 4.

6. Clean again with automotive soap

Fill the bucket with soapy water and, using your car wash mitt, get everything really clean now that the degreaser has removed the worst of the oil.

7. Rinse again

Once again, use low pressure to rinse everything. Then remove the plastic bags or cling wrap from the components you were protecting, since there won’t be any more big splashes of water.

8. Polish plastic and metal parts

Polish plastic parts with plastic cleaner, applying the cleaner with your terry cloths and then removing it with the microfiber cloth. This will help to remove small scratches. And then use metal polish as the particular product’s instructions describe (they may all be different).

9. Dry things out

Use a leaf blower or pressurized air to blow out the extra water in your engine bay. Then start your engine until it reaches the typical temperature of operation.

If you turn on your car’s AC, the compressor will run as well. Do this for about five minutes so that all the now-clean components dry.

10. Optional: apply your engine dressing

This isn’t strictly required, but a spray-on engine dressing once the engine has cooled can make it look especially great. It adds shine and will round out the process of making your engine bay look absolutely as good as new.

Enjoy a car that’s now beautiful on the inside as well as the outside!

III. The 4 Best Degreasers for Detailing your Engine Bay

Choosing the right product can make this whole process a lot easier and more effective. Here are some of the best degreasers on the market:

1. Gunk EB1 Engine Degreaser

This product has been produced by a family-owned company in Charlotte, NC for 55 years. There’s a reason it’s been out there for such a long time—it’s extremely effective. It’s also cheap, but bear in mind that it smells pretty bad!

2. Meguiar’s D10801 Super Degreaser

Looking for something that doesn’t stink and—dare I say—even offers a pleasant herbal aroma? This is your pick! It’s also very effective and is super easy to use. It leaves no unsightly white residue, either, which is a major positive for this kind of product.

3. Chemical Guys Signature Series Orange Degreaser

This citrus-based formula works well on engines as well as tires, rims, tools, machinery, and other items—so it’s definitely multipurpose. It’s highly concentrated, and quickly and easily emulsifies grease, oil, dirt and grime.

4. Simple Green 19128 Crystal Industrial Cleaner/Degreaser

This is a non-toxic product that’s also unscented, fragrance-free and biodegradable. It’s a more eco-friendly option than most others, which will appeal to many. It’s all-purpose so works great for a multitude of applications. No added colors or fragrance mean it’s especially rinsable and leaves a clean, fresh finish.

IV. How Often to Clean your Engine Bay

It really depends on your circumstances—where you live, what the weather’s like, and so forth.

In general, for those who live in locations with low snowfall and low dust levels, cleaning just one or two times per year will suffice. However, drivers living in areas with harsher weather conditions (particularly locations with lots of rain, snow, and dust exposure) will want to clean their engine bay as often as every two or three months in the winter.

Otherwise, if you’re not sure how often to wash it, just check every now and then and clean it whenever it seems like the engine bay is getting dirty.

Conclusion

Now you know that the process of detailing your engine bay is not only possible, but even pretty easy, and certainly a good idea to do on a regular basis.

It will keep your car in top-notch condition, allowing it to cool more efficiently and preventing damage to components while also letting you get to know and keep an eye on your engine bay in case any issues arise.

Plus, should you ever decide to sell your vehicle, the resale value will be improved by a clean engine bay, which tells buyers the car has been extremely well-cared for.

Don’t be that person whose car looks spotless on the outside while it’s a total mess inside.

Buy a high-quality degreaser, gather up the rest of your needed materials and make sure your car is spotless inside and out.

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How to Detail Your Engine Bay

Engine bay detailing refers to the process of removing perhaps thousands of miles’ worth of dust, dirt and grime from the space inside your car where the engine is held.

Although this may seem like a daunting or delicate process, it’s possible to do yourself with a little planning, thought and effort. The result is a clean, beautiful engine bay that looks just like new—as well as a vehicle that functions more reliably and has a higher resale value.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. The Importance of Cleaning your Engine Bay

II. Our Step-by-Step Guide to Detailing your Engine Bay

III. The 4 Best Degreasers for Detailing your Engine Bay

IV. How Often to Clean your Engine Bay

I. The Importance of Cleaning your Engine Bay

People often miss the importance of cleaning the engine bay of their cars, in part because it’s not the first thing you see when you look at a vehicle. In fact, most people never see it at all—so undoubtedly there are plenty of beautifully cleaned, polished and waxed cars on the road that are hiding terribly grimy engine bays. However, the engine bay gets dirty really fast.

Cleaning it makes sure that grease and dirt don’t accumulate within or surrounding components that are essential to the function of your car. Dirt tends to cause degradation of components over time—the pulleys and bearings especially are damaged by grit and grease accumulation.

The other benefit of cleaning your engine bay is that it allows you to get a better understanding of what’s there and keep an eye on any problems that may arise over time, which dirt and grime can hide. If you catch any leaks, corrosion, etc. early, you might be able to save lots of money by preventing worsening issues later on.

Additionally, a clean engine bay helps maintain your vehicle’s resale value, as it is indicative of a well-maintained automobile overall.

Note: Although this process is generally quite straightforward, you will definitely want to take extra precautions if your car is from the 1990s or any older. The particular concern is that although most of the time, electrical components are protected if they’re hit with a high-pressure flow of water it can get inside and cause problems.

So it’s a good idea to cover parts like your car’s alternator, fuse box, air intake, electrical connections/plugs, and battery terminals—plastic shrink wrap/cling film is a great choice for this kind of protection.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of precautions you should take when detailing your engine bay. And when in doubt, ALWAYS seek the guidance of a professional for your own safety and that of your beloved vehicle!

II. Our Step-by-Step Guide to Detailing your Engine Bay

Ready to get started?

Here’s our list of 10 straightforward steps to keeping your engine bay spotless and beautiful:

1. Gather your materials

These will include, but are not necessarily limited to:

Engine degreaser

Water hose

Plastic bags/plastic shrink wrap

Bucket

Drip pan

Car wash mitt

Wash brush

Car wash soap

Absorbent pads

Terry and microfiber cloth towels

Plastic cleaner

Metal cleaner/polish

2. Give the engine bay an initial hose-down

This is an important step just to get rid of a lot of the dirt that’s on there and help the degreaser spread further.

Be sure to do this once the engine is cool—it doesn’t have to be entirely cold, but you should leave the hood up for at least an hour before you start the process.

While you’re waiting, put down some drip pans and absorbent pads so that the chemicals you’re using don’t get everywhere.

3. Protect parts from water

Cover the battery with plastic (a bag or shrink wrap). You may also want to cover the alternator, carburetor, and distributor. This will depend on what kind of car you have—whether it’s a classic or modern car, for one.

Make sure you don’t spray too much water around the fuse box and coil packs if you’ve got a modern car.

4. Add the degreaser

You’ll want to use degreaser rather than standard soap because it cuts through the oil (hence the name “degreaser”).

Apply liberally in the oiliest areas such as the oil pan and starter. Typically you will want to allow the degreaser to sit for several minutes so that it acts on the grease effectively.

A wash brush will also help get things clean, and the soft bristles won’t create any worrisome scratches.

5. Rinse again and perhaps repeat

Using low water pressure, give it all another rinse. If your engine bay hasn’t been detailed in a very long time, you may have to repeat step 4.

6. Clean again with automotive soap

Fill the bucket with soapy water and, using your car wash mitt, get everything really clean now that the degreaser has removed the worst of the oil.

7. Rinse again

Once again, use low pressure to rinse everything. Then remove the plastic bags or cling wrap from the components you were protecting, since there won’t be any more big splashes of water.

8. Polish plastic and metal parts

Polish plastic parts with plastic cleaner, applying the cleaner with your terry cloths and then removing it with the microfiber cloth. This will help to remove small scratches. And then use metal polish as the particular product’s instructions describe (they may all be different).

9. Dry things out

Use a leaf blower or pressurized air to blow out the extra water in your engine bay. Then start your engine until it reaches the typical temperature of operation.

If you turn on your car’s AC, the compressor will run as well. Do this for about five minutes so that all the now-clean components dry.

10. Optional: apply your engine dressing

This isn’t strictly required, but a spray-on engine dressing once the engine has cooled can make it look especially great. It adds shine and will round out the process of making your engine bay look absolutely as good as new.

Enjoy a car that’s now beautiful on the inside as well as the outside!

III. The 4 Best Degreasers for Detailing your Engine Bay

Choosing the right product can make this whole process a lot easier and more effective. Here are some of the best degreasers on the market:

1. Gunk EB1 Engine Degreaser

This product has been produced by a family-owned company in Charlotte, NC for 55 years. There’s a reason it’s been out there for such a long time—it’s extremely effective. It’s also cheap, but bear in mind that it smells pretty bad!

2. Meguiar’s D10801 Super Degreaser

Looking for something that doesn’t stink and—dare I say—even offers a pleasant herbal aroma? This is your pick! It’s also very effective and is super easy to use. It leaves no unsightly white residue, either, which is a major positive for this kind of product.

3. Chemical Guys Signature Series Orange Degreaser

This citrus-based formula works well on engines as well as tires, rims, tools, machinery, and other items—so it’s definitely multipurpose. It’s highly concentrated, and quickly and easily emulsifies grease, oil, dirt and grime.

4. Simple Green 19128 Crystal Industrial Cleaner/Degreaser

This is a non-toxic product that’s also unscented, fragrance-free and biodegradable. It’s a more eco-friendly option than most others, which will appeal to many. It’s all-purpose so works great for a multitude of applications. No added colors or fragrance mean it’s especially rinsable and leaves a clean, fresh finish.

IV. How Often to Clean your Engine Bay

It really depends on your circumstances—where you live, what the weather’s like, and so forth.

In general, for those who live in locations with low snowfall and low dust levels, cleaning just one or two times per year will suffice. However, drivers living in areas with harsher weather conditions (particularly locations with lots of rain, snow, and dust exposure) will want to clean their engine bay as often as every two or three months in the winter.

Otherwise, if you’re not sure how often to wash it, just check every now and then and clean it whenever it seems like the engine bay is getting dirty.

Conclusion

Now you know that the process of detailing your engine bay is not only possible, but even pretty easy, and certainly a good idea to do on a regular basis.

It will keep your car in top-notch condition, allowing it to cool more efficiently and preventing damage to components while also letting you get to know and keep an eye on your engine bay in case any issues arise.

Plus, should you ever decide to sell your vehicle, the resale value will be improved by a clean engine bay, which tells buyers the car has been extremely well-cared for.

Don’t be that person whose car looks spotless on the outside while it’s a total mess inside.

Buy a high-quality degreaser, gather up the rest of your needed materials and make sure your car is spotless inside and out.

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Exactly how to Opt For a Business Cleaning Company

Exactly how to Opt For a Business Cleaning Company

 One will assume choosing a business cleaning company to sustain their center will be a pretty very easy job. A lot of maintenance managers of centers, in charge of managing the cleanliness as well as health and wellness of their property, recognize this is actually not as easy as it seems. The form of location and its requirements direct the services needed. The appeal of the location plays a sizable part in the effectiveness of business, whether it is a supermarket, retailer or even a hospital. A filthy appeal consistently makes a poor feeling! Along with cleaning being actually an $80 billion dollar industry, there is a substantial list of business cleaning services, a few of which have actually chosen to franchise. They vary coming from little, mid-size as well as big, plus all possess their very own menu of companies to offer. Thus, what are actually some points to try to find when creating a choice?

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 Permit's begin with the resource as well as size. Relying on the sort of organisation as well as measurements of your location aids tighten down the list of office cleaning services to investigation. Perform you have various sites requiring service? Next, pick the services you need to have; the type of surface( s) that need to have to be actually washed, and also what kind of regularity are you trying to find? Last but not least, choose your spending plan. The moment this list is actually in location it is actually opportunity to begin the interview process. Create down all your concerns.

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 For a mid-size to sizable facility there are actually likely much more than one location or even kind of areas to be cleansed. Whether it is actually a food store, retail room, college, healthcare facility or perhaps a stockroom, every place has floors to be cleaned up as well as preserved. Yet what kind of area is it? Is it ceramic, plastic, concrete, rug? Don't overlook the home windows. If it is actually a supermarket you may need team cleansing, such as meat spaces, bake shop, delicatessens & hot foods items, etc. Is it a hospital? Health centers and also colleges have their very own level of "tidy" to maintain, with rigorous regulations, rules and treatments to be adhered to. Picking a bigger office cleaning service who offers a varied menu of solutions are going to most likely be your finest choice. Be sure to contribute to your checklist office cleaning solution franchises, as they have a tendency to consistently give the companies you will certainly likely need as well as can easily supply all of them to several sites need to you need this Brisbane.

 Right here are a couple of crucial concerns to assist you make your choice on the choosing the ideal cleansing solution:

 1. What companies perform they provide services for?

 2. Are they a franchise business business? Can they service multiple sites if required?

 3. Do they possess the man-power to perform the services you require?

 4. What is their knowledge?

 5. What sorts of cleaning products do they utilize? and why?

 6. What kinds of clients perform they presently supply solutions for? Perform they have knowledge with other services like your own?

 7. Do they have recommendations? An office cleansing firm that will definitely offer you a minimum of 3 references of current clients likewise is a strong sign this firm relies their abilities to offer the solutions you need as well as in the means you should have to possess your facility look Brisbane.

 You wish to search for a properly spherical commercial cleaning company which has a tried and tested performance history of preserving its own customers. Nevertheless you don't would like to have to keep redoing the hiring handling. Testimonial the solutions to these questions very carefully to aid tighten your checklist of feasible cleaning services to decide on. Just before creating your ultimate assortment there are a handful of added items equally as important in the selection making method.

 Insurance coverage:

 Does the business have responsibility insurance policy as well as is it sufficient to shield you against a potential responsibility case arising from the cleansing? Perform they sustain employee's payment insurance for their laborers? Many states require this kind of insurance coverage. Don't only take the cleansing business's term explaining they possess insurance policy. Many providers carry out not bring insurance, or bring a very little quantity. Receive a duplicate of their insurance policy certificate. If you choose all of them emphasize being actually incorporated as a certificate holder as well as additional guaranteed, so you are improved along with a brand new certification when it expires or even if the plan is cancelled.

 Every trusted industrial cleaning company are going to more than happy to offer verification of insurance policy. Decide on an office cleaning company that has insurance policy to secure you and also your industrial center in instance of damage to your residential property and also trauma to the cleaning services while they are on your home.

 Cleaning Products & Equipment:

 For Your Protection before you work with the business cleaning solution experience the location to figure out what they intend to utilize on the various surface areas. Lots of novice industrial cleaning services make use of the incorrect items or use the right items inaccurately. Some in-experienced cleaners also use the incorrect devices. This can result in long-lasting harm or even stains to your home. A trusted and also seasoned business is going to gladly take the opportunity to travel your resource, observe the work which requires to be performed and also even assist you in cultivating a schedule to keep the facility clean as well as shiny.

 Cleaning Checklist:

 Ask the commercial cleaning company for a cleaning guidelines which are going to detail all the services performed for every cleaning. This inspection checklist or even "work purchase" ought to be actually authorized through monitoring in purchase for the office cleaning specialist to send payment. This guarantees you will simply spend for companies that have actually been actually given to your contentment.

 Costs Structure:

 Talk to the business cleaning company for their costs structure not merely for the services you will certainly require on a regular basis however additionally for any kind of secondary solutions which may develop during the course of your contract along with all of them. So they are washing your floorings three times a full week? But, supposing one thing develops to demand a strip and also wax of the flooring area? Just how much will that cost? A trusted business cleansing service recognizes budget plans and will definitely know your demand to have an idea, otherwise a strong dollar volume for the sorts of services essential or even which might become essential Brisbane.

 Finally, plans. Inquire to find the companies policies on forms of remittance they accept, their cancellation plan as well as if they supply an assurance.

 Opting for a business cleaning company carries out certainly not need to come to be a time eating duty if you use the information from this write-up as a device to help you in making a selection. An office cleaning solution that takes the time to answer all your concerns, that puts in the time to survey the facility as well as possesses an extensive expertise of the solutions to be performed is extra probably to satisfy and also probably are going to exceed your requirements!

 What Are the Various Types of Cleaning Services?

 As the world receives more busy along with each time, residential cleaning obligations typically become an intimidating task and also often obtain ignored. Bureaucracy of cleaning companies has actually ensured that this trouble has been subsided the shoulders of folks and establishments. Prior to scheduling cleaning services, it is a good idea to understand what you demand when it happens to cleansing. These are some of the ideal services:

 Simple cleaning

 Standard cleaning services require the straightforward however necessary cleaning criteria in residential or commercial properties. This service involves cleaning of areas, vacuuming rugs, mopping flooring surfaces as well as spot cleaning Fundamental cleansing usually happens throughout the whole entire home where locations like bathrooms, lavatories, sinks, residing areas, as well as kitchen spaces are cleaned up. The cleaners get rid of junk coming from the kitchen space as well as other regions in the property and straighten up the space. Simple cleaning can easily be regularly where the client registers for the solution to happen the moment a full week, once a month or even depending on to their criteria.

 Profound cleansing

 Profound cleansing is an elaborate solution that combs the whole entire attribute utilizing comprehensive cleaning treatments. The cleaning professionals are actually hired to scrub floorings, deep-seated tidy carpetings using energy and also steam vacuums, scrub kitchen space tools like fridges and also grills, washing or steaming cushioning as well as cleaning motes like cabinetry knobs and door takes care of. Comprehensive cleansing is an essential service that intends for acquiring rid of all the dust in your house coming from dust to stains on the carpet. Complete cleansing can be a normal company that is going to take place every two months or two. This company is actually strongly suggested for households with children to ensure you can easily maintain a phenomenal amount of sanitation.

 End of tenancy cleaning

 The action in or move out cleaning solution is offered to both renters as well as landlords. Landlords can schedule this service prior to a new renter moves right into a property to always keep the building nice in the course of checking out as well as on the actual move-in day for the tenant. A resident could obtain this company when leaving behind an old building or when moving right into a brand new house in purchase to have the cleaning completed to their inclinations. This solution may be made such as a general cleaning or a deeper cleaning company relying on the choice of the consumer.

 One off cleansing.

 The one off cleaning company has a higher difference rate given that it depends upon the factors why the client is taking up the company. The company may be extensive or even basic cleansing based upon the said necessities of the customer. Lots of consumers work with one off cleaning services after hosting events, performing restorations and also repairs in the residential or commercial property and yard sale. The one-off cleaning company is actually tailor made as well as can be individualized to suit certain demands of the house.

 Industrial Cleaning Service

 Cleaning services submit a plan for protective services for one's property or even workplace. At presents, there is a huge requirement for the cleaning company in every organization as well as they are readily available to service your cleaning needs to have. The monitoring performs not possess the amount of time to either care for cleaning task or hire permanent workers whose project summary is merely to clean, so they choose the companies of professional cleansers. The selection whether to keep business functionality including the cleaning services in house or delegate them is actually the very most demanding choice nowadays.

 Features of business cleansing organisation

 Hiring business cleaning services is a practical selection for many. Everybody requires their property or place of work cleaned up a minimum of weekly, thus business cleansing firms will definitely certainly never lack job. Business cleaning services concentrate on numerous forms of cleaning up firm that is valuable for folks. These cleaning services are actually either concentrated on a particular kind of company like janitorial company or combination of service. Cleaning up companies might clean the workplace in eventually or even they might operate on turning routine as established by the company. One does not need to provide particular items as cleaning services generally carry their own devices and materials.

 Perks of employing business cleaners

 Cleansing business mostly serve to the home field, generally only wash our home as they are contracted to carry out the exact same yet there are actually some cleansing business which carry out much more than only cleaning up. One can easily leave behind the office or property and come back to a tidied up spot the following time. They give various other related service for clients that might be actually required also. The principal perks of working with business cleansers are:

 - A cleaning solution company handles focused needs that conserve the company opportunity and also loan.

- A cleaning solution carrier employs specialist cleansers that do companies including taking out wastes that need to have unique treatment.

- The business cleaning services make one relaxed that upkeep issues are being dealt with.

- The business cleaning service likewise does sought solutions including examining light bulb etc.

- The other benefit is actually one may sit and talk about the series of activities that need to have to be actually carried out as well as also one can easily pick from assortment of solutions provided due to the business.

- One could be positive that his concerns are being gone to by specialist workers through these commercial cleansing solution companies.

- These office cleansing providers deliver pliable work in little bit of however crucial factors that needs to have to take care of in workplace.

 Know About Hiring Professional Cleaning Services

 Maintaining your bordering clean is an ongoing job that never ever finishes. It usually tends to take in all your time if you decide to do it on your own. If you really feel that your lifestyle right now just focuses on transforming bedding, cleaning, vacuuming and mopping floorings, at that point there is actually a solution for you. There are qualified cleaning services which you may work with to handle your home cleansing tasks. For residential cleansing there are actually maid solutions which you can employ. They are qualified through the specialist cleaner. There are wide arrays of possibilities which you may select from when hiring a housemaid service. These are actually:

 You may plan their solutions for frequent once a week cleaning

They are actually also offered for routine biweekly cleansing

You can find certainly there help for one-time on unique affairs

They are also readily available for demanding activities like basement cleaning and garage cleansing.

Choices for Cleaning Services: To discover the finest experts for washing your house you may count on suggestion companies located online. They will certainly check your demands and get you through to the pre evaluated and also greatest trained specialists. These professional provider will definitely give you the quotes before you start. They are likewise completely bonded as well as insured.

A standard professional property cleaning company features:

 Packing dishwashers

Modifying bedding

Cleaning

Vacuuming

Cleansing as well as likewise sterilizing bathrooms

Additionally disinfecting as well as cleansing your kitchen space locations

You have the alternative of additional customizing your cleaning company package by consisting of:

Floor shaving

Cushioning cleansing

Carpet cleansing

Drapery Cleaning

Window Cleaning

Fixtures cleaning

Woodwork polishing

Moving furnishings

Laundry washing

These qualified services are commonly a demanding duty like building and construction clean, article moving, garage cleansing, industrial cleansing and also commercial cleaning. There are actually lots of cleansing firms which deliver gift certificates to the customers. If you are hiring the specialist solution for cleaning for the initial time, then there are actually a handful of points which you need to look after:

 Before Selecting the Service Providers Interview Them: Get in contact with the numerous experts that offer this service. Search for the references as well as verify all of them. It is crucial to guarantee your being compatible as well as convenience confess them as they will definitely be hanging around at your home. You need to ensure that they are trustworthy, as they will definitely possess access to your home.

 Figure out From Where the Cleaning Equipment will definitely be actually supplied: Ensure that all the cleaning devices which will definitely be actually required is actually purchased due to the solution carriers. There are specific provider who take the source coming from the residence owners. Therefore make sure beforehand that they get all the devices like suctions, mops, brushes as well as washing solvents.

 Define the cleaning locations: Before the appearance of the professional cleansers, choose the areas you wish to receive washed. So make a listing of the complication regions which you prefer all of them to spend special attention to just before their appearance. Finally, proceed and also cover the expense involved along with all of them for the standard that you outlined. Correctly, examine your budget and you will definitely be all set to start our home cleaning job.

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Leading iRobot Roomba 980 Lahad Datu

Just in time for Christmas, iRobot released their prized Roomba 980 vacuum cleaner. With their Botvac “D that was somewhat enhance being recently released by competitor Neato ” set, it was supposed that iRobot might be following suit. However, it is a comparatively long time since 870 debuted and the Roomba 880. I honestly didn’t understand what to anticipate. Definitely, iRobot isn't considering ceding any market share to competitors, and rightfully so.

As with all preceding Roomba’s there are things that I don’t enjoy and things to like. It ’s going to be hard for me to not gift a couple of Roomba 980’s this year.

At the bottom, I’ll make an overall recommendation and propose a number of options.

Essential Attributes – What’s New with the Roomba 980

The following are remarkable characteristics on the 980, and some of the new, updated:

More Battery Charge Life: The Roomba 980 is capable of running fro a complete 2 hours before needed to recharge. That is a personal best for Roomba. It’s still not Lithium-ion (for those who enjoy that), but it's an advancement.

iRobot HOME App: For me, this is the game changer. I’ve been waiting for robot vacuums to become more fully integrated into the intelligent home experience. iRobot is the first robot hoover company – to my knowledge – that's an app similar to this. You can press on “Clean” from anywhere and the 980 will start/stop as desired. This can be perfect for people who are on the go (like me). I can get things began while I’m away if I’m at work or out of the house. The program is easy basically functions as an innovative remote control and to use. On the older Roomba’s you could have a pre-determined schedule to run each day, but not instant control like this!

New Navigation System: It’s really more of an upgrade. As well as the traditional “fender” detectors, the Roomba 980 now features the “VSLAM” (Visual Coincident, Localization, and Mapping) technology. This can be a big deal. Essentially it allows the visual localization enables the Roomba to “look” out and up to help browse and map the room. This can be the type of ground breaking betterment that vastly improves the 980 over previous versions. What does this mean practically? Bumping into things randomly and a more organized – and efficient – cleaning course.

Mercifully, iRobot wasn’t content with just a couple attributes that are new. In addition they upped their game in the power section. The AeroForce cleaning system is exactly the same base technology, but 2 times more effective at picking up debris per cleaning cycle. Additionally, it has “carpet boost” which optimizes air power when it discovers a carpet or rug underneath. The outcome is a comprehensive clean, reproducing a level that is higher hoover that is traditional.

Enhanced Virtual Wall Lighthouse: The 980 has stepped up it’s lighthouse game. They are now smaller and require AA batteries (compared to the hulking “D” batteries for previous series). Because who has spare “D” batteries this really is a nice advancement?

Matters I like and Things I Don’t

Pros

It means everything to me: It’s straightforward and fairly easy, although the Program is Wonderful. Being able to control my robot from my telephone means the Roomba is now part of my dwelling family that is smart. Picking up on where tools like the Nest and Ecobee smart thermostats have left off, iRobot has actually provided on a smart, net-joined, roomba vacuum. I thinking about the options for future integration with controllers and my various smart home programs.

Program Helps Monitor Maintenance: There is a really cool “diagnostics” part of the app that tracks different parts of the Roomba and uses simple bars to inform you when things need to be altered or serviced (think emptying the bin, altering extractors, filters, etc…). It also tells you precisely the way to perform the desired maintenance demand.

Better on Carpets: Robots hoovers always have a tendency to perform better on hardwood floors and tough flooring options (tile, etc…). Now, the newly redesigned motor is specially good at conforming to carpeting surfaces too. After discovered, a bit more muscle wills engage to completely clean carpets the way they should be cleaned. In a side by side test with my Roomba 880 (and a group of spilled crushed cheerios), both “seemed” to clean the same at a space, but the 980 actually was able to pick up more of the crumbs that had filtered down to the underparts of the the carpet. It was a subtle difference, challenging t tell from standing up even, but an important difference nonetheless.

The new app, the battery that is more powerful and the automatic recharging/resume attribute makes the Roomba 980 more hands free than the contest and both previous models. Slowly but surely, dwelling robotics is living up to it’s guarantee. If you hate vacuuming – or physically cannot do it this is the quintessential solution that is outsourced. Short the Roomba 980 is the best option out there.

Navigation is Plainly Improved: Occasionally new attributes are added and I can scarcely tell the difference. Before, Roomba’s have had the knock for cleaning in a randomized, haphazard pattern. While the ending result was clean floors, how it happened wasn’t rather. Nevertheless, it was also a little wasteful. This was among the contrasts I liked about most Neato models. Now, the 980 is much more organized, methodical, and efficient.

It still bumps into things to gain its bearings, especially in rooms with tons of furniture. Just not nearly to the level it did in the past. On careful observation it seems the 980 will recall these “lumps” for future cleans and will not keep doing it with precisely the same wild abandon.

Smarter Algorithm: For all you geeks out there, this robot is really smarter than it’s forerunners and the competition.

Strong Secondary Components Market: Unlike other robot firms, the Roomba has a deluge of after market firms specializing in creating components and better replacement accessories. For instance, I’ve been able to find replacement batteries that are better than the factory default ones. This can be only somewhat accurate for businesses like Neato (smaller market share) and this market is almost non existent for the other small-scale players.

Exceptional Customer Service: iRobot is still the leader when it comes to customers service. This more of a general “ace” and less particular to this model, but worth noting. They may be also great at walking you through diagnosing issues.

Better Suction Total: My two quasi scientific ways of quantifying this are that A) I can sense a lot more wind/air coming out of the device and B) those bigger particles of determination that only high powered vacs often get are being captured in the dust bin. This really is an upgrade over the Roomba 880 which I was comparing it also as my baseline.

Cons

App Could be More: because I’m thrilled with the new app, This isn’t actually a legit gripe. It’s more of a wish. Like to completely integrate my Roomba with the rest of my dwelling that is smart I’d. It'd be pleasant in order to handle everything from one app (and one control like the SmartThings Hub and others). It likely wouldn’t be hard to do and it may be something iRobot already plans to do anyhow.

Not “Perfect”: It’s a certain progress, but it not perfect. Power cords occasionally confused it and can have trouble with thresholds that were considerable. It’s easy to “Roomba proof” your house once in a while it will get stuck, but once you find out the problem areas. It’s not quite like an individual….yet.

Both Dyson Eye and the Neato Botvac Connected are rumored to be coming out “ soon”. How soon? I can’t really tell. The Botvac Connected (which features similar app controls) will probably be out occasionally this year, but no firm release date continues to be set. The Dyson Eye continues to be rumored to be in the works for years, but I haven’t heard much lately about an anticipated release date. It could be 6-12 months away. What this means is the Roomba 980 could have some harder competition on the horizon. At this time, the 980 is the best robot available on the market, but that could change. UPGRADE: The Dyson 360 Eye has been released. Generally speaking, it's a vacuum that is more powerful, but less room that is competent -to-room navigation. You'll be able to read my complete review for additional information.

However, for pitch black rooms you will inevitably get an error code. If cleaning at night or in a cellar with no lights, this could be a concern. My simple alternative is to keep on in every room that wants it.

It worth noting, although carpet Boost is Loud: It picks up more dirt, so I’m a happy customer. Don’t plan on sleeping in the same room.

Just Available in One Place: So far as is frequently the case with new releases – the Roomba 980 is ONLY accessible via the store that is iRobot here. This really is likely because they want to control pricing as long as possible. When it’s released like carton retailers and Amazon to other markets, I’ll make sure to update this post.

Cost: As always, iRobot is the cost leader. All their robots are often slightly to moderately more expensive than the contest. The 980 is different. In fact, it’s not pretty darn cheap! At RM 4850 per unit, this is likely not something that’s not difficult to spring for. It's possible for you to check out this listing for more detailed pricing info. In this instance, you do get what you pay for. This generation actually HAS enhanced many aspects that were important. Hands down, this can be the best robot vacuum currently available. However, if that is your first robot, you may want to look into some less expensive – but still competent – alternatives (see below)

Other Roomba 980 Options to Consider

If the price is too much of a sticking point, not to stress. There are other great vacuums with considering.

Roomba 880

Occasionally last years model is the best value around. Sure, it’s not the latest and greatest, but it nevertheless can offer many of the exact same benefits. You get 3 virtual Lighthouses which allow for creating a perimeter for larger houses and spaces. At the time, it was the most effective robot hoover cash could buy. The patented AeroForce cleaning system is 50% more effective at cleaning up debris in relation to the 700 series. This, combined with a a much better battery, a larger dust bin, and a remote control made it the most hands free device at the time. It doesn’t have the app that is groundbreaking, but it's all the other essential characteristics for a true runner up. Most importantly, it’s a total cheaper compared to the 980 (check this listing for even steeper discounts). Still expensive, but a lot.

Botvac D80

The new “D” series has made some advancements that are helpful, although I wasn’t too impressed with the initial Botvac release. Notably, they’ve fixed a problem with the brush (by changing a bearing) to allow it to be less susceptible to getting tangled (particularly with human and pet hair, within my experience). The Botvac D80 doesn’t only seem better, it also performs better than previous Neato models. The suction power is comparable to the new Roomba 980 and the greatest yet. Still, you won’t get the program controls, but it relatively easy use and to schedule. The patented laser navigation technology means more organized routes and it generally works fairly nicely. You can see this listing here, where it normally sells for less than the top line Roomba’s.

Roomba 650

It’s not still false, although it’s been around for some time. It’s also MUCH less expensive. It is possible to read my full take here. If budget is your top concern, attempt the 650 out to see if it’s good enough for your own needs. Yes, it’s missing a group of “extras” that is fine but the center cleaning technology is till there. The 650 is ideal for people who have flats, little homes, or only a small space they desire regularly cleaned. It doesn't come with the typical HEPA filter (great for those with allergies and pet owners) like the 880 and 980, but the AeroVac filter does a good enough job. On the whole, this can be an excellent robot for those just getting started, interested to see if the technology works because of their needs. I still have mine running to this day after 3 years (and a few replacement batteries). Best of all, you are able to locate the 650 for a very affordable price at this listing.

Thinking Cleaner Faceplate

I was a bit skeptical of this “work-around” at first, but it actually works fairly well. Believing Cleanser was the result of a successful Kickstarter campaign. It functionally adds or 600 series robot and WiFi capability. Skeptical? I was also. Essentially, you attach a “faceplate” that changes your Roomba. It’s simple enough to attach. You can do most of exactly the same functions in a polished” and intuitive way, just as the Roomba 980 WiFi. The app will let you schedule remotely, alert you when your Roomba needs help and plays a song if you must find your lost Roomba and is quite strong. It’s available for just a fraction of the price of a Roomba that is new here.

I’ll caveat by saying that 1) it’s still “laggy” 2) reduces typical run-time by about 10-15% and 3) it’s not native to iRobot (third party app). Thinking Cleaner is working on a fresh faceplate for the 700/800 series, but as of yet it only as a Kickstarter job here.

Who is this a great option for? 2) Prospective buyers who want WiFi capacity, but can’t manage/don’t need to spend too much on the 980. By way of example, by purchasing a brand new Roomba 650 and Thinking Cleaner Faceplate, you will be run .

New Robots on the Horizon?

The long rumored Dyson Eye is officially under development as I mentioned previously. Who knows when it'll be released. They haven’t discussed release dates, but at this period it will not be likely to hit before the 2015 Holiday season. The new attributes on the Roomba 980 may really cause them to delay release until the core features can be matched by them.

UPGRADE: The Botvac Linked has formally been released in early Novemeber 2015! See my complete review.

The more fascinating possibility is the the Neato Botvac “Connected” robot which plans to add similar WiFi ability to the Roomba 980. It's possible for you to read more here. It'd make sense about them to release it but they’ll have to get it done shortly to capitalize fully.

Roomba 980 vs Botvac Joined

I needed to touch on this briefly because I’ve been getting a lot of questions about it, although I’ll be writing up the full comparison soon.

What are the Essential Differences? 1) The Botvac Joined is significantly more affordable (generally about $200 less), but see this listing for up to date info. 2) The Botvac now has “Eco” and “Turbo” mode. 4) The Roomba uses virtual wall’s (invisible ray to include the robot) whereas the Botvac still relies on laying down “magnetic tape” to define boundaries around your dwelling.

Both the Roomba 980 and Botvac Linked feature WiFi enabled control. That is certainly the headline feature for both. Both are comparable with regards to characteristics/usage, although Personally, I prefer the Roomba program better.

UPGRADE: It's possible for you to read my complete comparison (recently completed) right here.

Final Call – Is the Roomba 980 Worth it?

The brief reply: Yes! The longer response? If you've the cash, this is arguably the best robot vacuum cleaner available on the market. At minimum, it’s certainly the best roomba version to date. Whether or not it is “worth it” comes down to what your unique needs are.

However, if you have a small flat, the 980 becomes an extravagance. One caveat: it doesn’t matter in case you are a geek like me. This really is a MUST own!

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The 980 is the greatest robot for the occupation if you've a larger house or office/company that must be cleaned regularly. It can cover the ground and recharge own as needed. If you'll need a vacuuming occupation that strongly resembles a traditional upright vacuum clean, the 980 has the most power/suction and the finest cleaning tech of any robot.

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Unstoppable iRobot Roomba 980 Kunak

Just in time for the Holidays, iRobot released their prized Roomba 980 vacuum cleaner to the masses. With rival Neato lately releasing their marginally improve Botvac “D ” series, it was supposed that iRobot might be following suit. Nonetheless, it continues to be a relatively long time since 870 debuted and the Roomba 880. I honestly didn’t understand what to anticipate. Clearly, iRobot is not interested in ceding any market share to rivals, and rightfully so.

As with all previous Roomba’s there are things that I don’t enjoy and things to like. Regardless, it ’s going to be tough for me to not gift a couple Roomba 980’s this year.

In this Roomba 980 review, I’ll get into the crucial attributes (what’s new) as well as the Pros and Cons. At the bottom, I’ll propose several choices and make an overall recommendation.

Key Features – What’s New with the Roomba 980

The following are remarkable features on the 980, and some of the new, upgraded:

More Battery Charge Life: The Roomba 980 is effective at running fro a complete 2 hours before needed to recharge. This really is a personal best for Roomba. It’s still not Lithium-ion (for individuals who like that), but it is an improvement. Like the 800 series robots, the 980 will automatically return to the docking station base, but it'll recharge, then resume where it left off cleaning,.

iRobot HOUSE App: For me, this really is the game changer. I’ve been waiting for robot vacuums to become fully integrated into the bright house experience. iRobot is the first robot vacuum firm – to my knowledge – that's an app such as this. You'll be able to press on “Clean” from anywhere and the 980 will start/stop as desired. I will get things began while I’m away, if I’m at work or from your house. The app is simple enough essentially functions as an advanced remote control and to use. On the Roomba’s that is older you could have a pre-determined program to run every day, but not immediate control in this way!

It’s actually more of an upgrade. In addition to the traditional “fender” detectors, the Roomba 980 now features the “VSLAM” (Visual Simultaneous, Localization, and Mapping) technology. This can be a big deal. Essentially it enables the visual localization enables the Roomba to “look” up and out to help navigate and map the room. This is the kind of ground breaking improvement that vastly enhances the 980 over previous versions. What does this mean almost? Less bumping into a more organized efficient and – – cleaning route and things at random.

More Suction Power: Mercifully, iRobot wasn’t content with just a few features that are new. Additionally they upped their game in the power section. The AeroForce cleaning system is per cleaning cycle the same base technology, but 2 times more effective at picking up debris. Additionally, it has “carpet boost” which optimizes air power when it finds a carpet or rug underneath. The end result is an extensive clean, reproducing a greater rank hoover that is conventional.

Enhanced Virtual Wall Lighthouse: The 980 has stepped up it’s lighthouse game. They are now smaller and require AA batteries (in contrast to the hulking “D” batteries for preceding set). Because who has spare “D” batteries lying around this is a nice advancement?

Matters I like and Things I Don’t

Pros

It means everything to me: It’s pretty simple and straightforward, although the Program is Amazing. Having the ability to control my robot from my phone means the Roomba is currently part of my smart home family. Picking up on where tools like Ecobee smart thermostats and the Nest have left off, iRobot has really produced on a smart, net-connected, roomba vacuum. I considering the options for future integration with controllers and my various smart house programs.

Program Helps Monitor Maintenance: There's a really cool “diagnostics” portion of the app that tracks different parts of the Roomba and uses simple bars to tell you when things need to be changed or serviced (think emptying the bin, shifting extractors, filters, etc…). Additionally, it tells you exactly how to perform the desired maintenance demand.

Better on Carpets: Robots vacuums constantly tend to perform better on hardwood floors and hard floor choices (tile, etc…). The recently redesigned motor is not particularly bad at conforming to carpet surfaces as well. After found, a little more muscle wills engage to completely clean carpeting the way they should be cleaned. It was a subtle difference, an important difference nonetheless, although t that is hard tell from standing up even.

The new program, the battery that is more powerful and the automatic recharging/resume feature makes the Roomba 980 more hands free than the contest and both previous versions. Slowly but surely, house robotics is living up to it’s guarantee. If you hate vacuuming physically or – cannot do it this is the quintessential outsourced solution. Short of hiring cleaning help, the Roomba 980 is the best option out there.

Navigation is Plainly Improved: Sometimes new features are added and I will hardly tell the difference. Not so with the new navigation technology. In the recent past, Roomba’s have had the knock. While the end result was clean floors, how it happened wasn’t quite. Still, it was also a bit wasteful. It was among the contrasts I liked about most Neato models. Now, the 980 is methodical, much more organized, and efficient.

It bumps into things to gain its bearings, particularly in rooms with tons of furniture. Merely not nearly to the level it did in the past. On careful observation it appears the 980 will recall these “lumps” for future cleans and will not keep doing it with precisely the same wild abandon.

Smarter Algorithm: This robot is actually smarter than it’s predecessors and the competitors.

Strong Secondary Components Marketplace: As a longtime Roomba proprietor I know that it’s only a matter of time before I have to replace a battery, brush, or filter (among other things). Unlike other robot firms, the Roomba has a deluge of after market businesses specializing in creating parts and better replacement accessories. For example, I’ve been able to locate replacement batteries that are better in relation to the factory default ones.

Exceptional Customer Service: iRobot remains the leader when it comes to customers service. This more of a general “pro” and particular to the model, but still worth noting. They may be also good at walking you through diagnosing problems.

Better Suction Overall: My two quasi scientific methods for quantifying this are that A) I can feel a lot more wind/atmosphere coming from the unit and B) those larger particles of determination that only high powered vacs often get are being caught in the dust bin. This is an upgrade over the Roomba 880 which I was comparing it also as my baseline.

Disadvantages

Use Could be More: because I’m thrilled with the new app This isn’t really a legit gripe. Like to totally incorporate my Roomba with the rest of my home that is smart I’d. It'd be nice to be able to handle everything from one program (and one control like the SmartThings Hub and others). It likely wouldn’t be hard to do and it may be something iRobot already intends to do anyhow.

Not “Perfect”: It’s a definite progress, but it not perfect. Power cords occasionally confused it and can have trouble with considerable thresholds. Once in a while it will get stuck, but once you figure out the problem areas, it’s not difficult to “Roomba evidence” your house. It’s not quite like a human….yet.

The Dyson Eye and the Neato Botvac Joined are rumored to be coming out “ soon. How soon? I can’t really tell. The Botvac Joined (which features similar program controls) will probably be out occasionally this season, but no firm release date continues to be set. I 'ven’t heard much lately about an anticipated release date, although the Dyson Eye continues to be rumored to be in the works for years. It could be 6-12 months away. What this means is the Roomba 980 could have some stiffer competition on the horizon. Right now, the 980 is the best robot available on the market, but that could change. UPGRADE: The Dyson 360 Eye has recently been released. Generally, it has a vacuum that is more powerful, but less room that is competent -to-room navigation. It's possible for you to read my full review for more details.

Doesn’t Work in Entire Darkness: As long as there's some light i.e. you can see your way around, the 980 should work good. Nevertheless, for pitch black rooms you will necessarily get an error code. If cleaning at night or in a basement with no lights, this could be a concern. My simple solution is to keep on in every room that needs it.

It’s still worth noting, although carpeting Foster is Loud: It picks up more dirt, so I’m a happy customer. Don’t plan on sleeping in exactly the same room.

Just Accessible in One Area: So far – as is often the case with new releases – the Roomba 980 is ONLY accessible via the store that is iRobot here. This is likely because they would like to control pricing. When it’s released like Amazon and carton retailers to other markets, I’ll be sure to upgrade this post.

Cost: As always, iRobot is the price leader. All their robots are usually somewhat to moderately more costly than the contest. The 980 is distinct. In fact, it’s fairly darn expensive! At RM 4850 per unit, this can be likely not something that’s not difficult to spring for. You'll be able to check out this listing for more detailed pricing information. In this instance, you do get what you buy. Many significant features actually HAVE enhanced. Hands down, this is the best robot vacuum now accessible. However, if this is your first robot, you may want to look into some less expensive – but still qualified – alternatives (see below)

Other Roomba 980 Alternatives to Consider

If the cost is too much of a sticking point, not to worry. There are with contemplating other great hoovers.

Roomba 880

Sometimes last years model is the best value. Sure, it’s not the latest and greatest, but it still can offer many of exactly the same benefits. You get 3 virtual Lighthouses which allow for establishing a perimeter for larger homes and spaces. At some time, it was the most effective robot vacuum money could buy. The patented AeroForce cleaning system is 50% more effective at cleaning up debris in relation to the 700 series. This, joined with a an improved battery, a larger dust bin, and a remote control made it the most hands free device at the time. It's all the other key features for an actual runner up, although it doesn’t have the groundbreaking app. Most of all, it’s a full cheaper compared to the 980 (check this listing for even steeper reductions). Still pricey, but a lot less so.

Botvac D80

Some helpful advancements have been made by the new “D” string, although I wasn’t too impressed with the original Botvac release. Notably, they’ve repaired a problem with the brush (by changing a bearing) to make it less susceptible to getting tangled (particularly with person and pet hair, in my experience). The Botvac D80 doesn’t just seem better, it also performs better than preceding Neato models. The suction power is arguably comparable to the new Roomba 980 and the best yet. Still, you won’t get the app controls, but it’s still not too hard use and to schedule. The patented laser navigation technology means more courses that are organized and it usually works quite nicely. Where it usually retails for less compared to the top line Roomba’s you can see this listing here.

Roomba 650

It trusted, although it’s been around for a while. It’s also MUCH cheaper. It is possible to read my full take here. If budget is your top concern, try the 650 out to see if it enough to your needs. Yes, it’s missing a bunch of “extras” that is nice but the center cleaning technology is till there. The 650 is perfect for people that have only a little area they need routinely cleaned, apartments, or little dwellings. It does not come with the conventional HEPA filter (good for those with allergies and pet owners) like the 880 and 980, but the AeroVac filter does a good enough job. Generally, this is a great robot for those just getting started, curious to see if the technology works because of their needs. On top of that, you're able to find the 650 for a really affordable price at this listing.

New Robots on the Horizon?

The long rumored Dyson Eye is officially under development as I mentioned previously. Who knows when it will be released. They still haven’t discussed release dates, but at this stage it'll be unlikely to hit before the 2015 Holiday season. The new attributes on the Roomba 980 may really lead them to delay release until they're able to fit the core features.

UPDATE: See my full review.

The interesting possibility is the the Neato Botvac “Connected” robot which plans to add WiFi ability that is similar to the Roomba 980. It's possible for you to read more here. They’ll have to do it shortly to capitalize entirely, although it would seem sensible for them to release it prior to the 2015 Holiday season.

Believing Cleaner Faceplate

I was a bit skeptical of this “work-around” at first, but it really works reasonably well. Thinking Cleaner was the consequence of a successful Kickstarter campaign. It adds or 600 series robot and WiFi ability. Disbelieving? I was also. Essentially, you attach a “faceplate” that modifies your Roomba. It’s simple to attach. You can do most of the same functions as the Roomba 980 WiFi, merely in a polished” and intuitive way. The app is pretty stable and will let you schedule slightly, alarm you when your Roomba needs help and plays with a tune if you must find your lost Roomba. It’s accessible for just a fraction of the cost of a Roomba that is new here.

I’ll caveat by saying that 1) it’s still “laggy” 2) reduces typical run-time by about 10-15% and 3) it’s not native to iRobot (third party app). Presuming Cleaner is working on a fresh faceplate for the 700/800 chain, but as of yet it only as a Kickstarter endeavor here.

Who's this a great option for? 1) Existing owners of a 500 or 600 series Roomba. 2) Prospective buyers who need WiFi capacity, but can’t afford/don’t want to spend $899 on the 980. As an example, by purchasing a fresh Roomba 650 and Thinking Cleaner Faceplate, you will be run .

Roomba 980 vs Botvac Joined

I’ll be writing up the full comparison soon, but I wanted to touch on this briefly because I’ve been getting lots of questions about it.

Both the Roomba 980 and Botvac Linked attribute WiFi enabled management. This really is definitely the headline characteristic for both. Both are similar when it comes to characteristics/utilization, although Personally, I favor the Roomba app better.

What are the Crucial Differences? 1) The Botvac Connected is significantly more affordable (normally about $200 less), but see this listing for up to date info. 2) The Botvac now has “Eco” and “Turbo” mode.

UPGRADE: You're able to read my complete comparison (recently completed) right here.

Final Call – Is the Roomba 980 Worth it?

The short reply: Yes! The longer response? This can be arguably the best robot vacuum cleaner on the market, if you have the cash. At minimum, it’s surely the best roomba model to date. Whether or not it is “worth it” comes down to what your unique needs are.

But if you've got a little flat, the 980 becomes an extravagance. One caveat: it doesn’t matter, If you are a geek like me. This is a MUST own!