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Games for Babies & Children
Put a smile on your baby's face with an inventive game.
Purposeful games for babies and children not only help them develop gross
and fine motor skills, they also help them learn to socialize and
interact with their playmates. There's no need to purchase expensive play
sets from a store or load the house with battery-operated blinking lights
and sounds, just use what you already have in an innovative, creative way.
1.
Tunnel Crawl
* Make a tunnel for children and babies to crawl through.
Jupiterimages/BananaStock/Getty Images
By creating a tunnel in your living room, not only can you stir your
children's imagination, you also create a game that will help
improve their gross motor skills. Babies and young children through
the age of 6 love crawling into tight space and hiding away in
secret spaces. Gather tall-backed dining room chairs, turn the couch
around and find any extra chairs you may have in the house. Line up
the chairs or couch back to back with about 2 feet of space between
them. Cover the space between the backs of the chairs with sheets
and clip the sheets in place with clothespins. Never stabilize a
sheet with a heavy or fragile item. Watch as your young children and
babies walk or crawl through the tunnel. Add challenge to the course
by placing pillows along the way.
Swinging Shoes
* Make a homemade pendulum in the backyard. Jupiterimages/Polka
Dot/Getty Images
Pendulums can be hypnotic to adults and children alike. Much can
also be learned from a free weight swinging back and forth. Tie one
end of a ball of craft yarn to the shoelaces of your child's tennis
shoe. Throw the shoe over a horizontal hanging branch in the yard
while holding the yarn ball. Catch the shoe, cut the yarn from the
ball, and tie the other end of the yarn to the shoe. Watch as your
curious toddler or early elementary-aged child begins exploring.
They will swing the shoes to create an obstacle course, put little
figurines inside and simulate going on a spaceship ride, or swing
the shoes in opposite directions and watch them smash into each
other. For babies, tie one stuffed animal with craft yarn, lay the
baby underneath, and gently sway the stuffed animal. Allow your baby
to reach for and bat at the toy.
Big Bubbles
* Bubbles are as fun to make as they are to watch. Seiya
Kawamoto/Lifesize/Getty Images
Exploring and playing with floating bubbles in enchanting to any
aged baby or child. Mix together 1 part Dawn Ultra or Joy Ultra, 15
parts distilled water, and 1/4 part glycerin or corn syrup. Gently
stir the ingredients. Your young children will enjoy experimenting
with bubbles sizes using a variety of kitchen utensils. Babies will
develop their hand-eye coordination by batting at bubbles you gently
blow in front of them. Always stay within arm's reach when young
children play with water. Any level of water poses a drowning risk.
Sticky Balloons
* Have a little fun with gravity, static electricity and some
balloons. Jupiterimages/Goodshoot/Getty Images
Playing with balloons can teach young children and babies the
beginnings of principles involving gravity, air pressure and static
electricity. Blow up several latex balloons. Rub them on your hair,
your child's hair, or a piece of wool. Carefully place the balloon
on a flat wall and watch it defy gravity. Static electricity will
cause the balloon to hold to the surface of the wall. Invite your
child to try to knock the balloon down from the wall. Set multiple
balloons on the wall. Encourage your baby to hold a large balloon
using two hands, or practice cross-hemispheric movements by helping
her pass a small balloon from one hand to the other. Always
supervise young children with balloons as they can pose a choking
hazard when popped.
References
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Training for Claims Adjusting
When you make a claim against your homeowners, automobile or medical
insurance, a claims adjuster handles the scheduling and processing of
your claim. According the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, job growth for
claims adjusters will rise 7 percent through 2018. The job increase
coincides with growth in the health care industry and a rise in insurance
claims as the population ages. With more claims, more adjusters are
needed. Training for claims adjusting has not been formalized, and many
adjusters create their own paths to gain entry to and then advance in the
claims field.
Instructions
1.
* 1
Choose the type of claims adjusting you want to do. Independent
adjusters work as independent contractors and typically specialize
in a particular type of claim. Staff adjusters work for insurance
companies as generalists or specialists. Public adjusters, who work
directly for businesses, organizations and agencies that hold
insurance policies, need to know about the types of claims their
employers typically face.
* 2
Obtain experience in the insurance field that interests you.
Experience can be gained through a job or through vocational
programs. For example, auto repair adjusters benefit from experience
with auto repair and estimating damage. Adjusters working in the
area of fire and accidents to homes and buildings benefit from
knowledge about architecture and construction.
* 3
Enroll in a claims adjusting training program. Look for local
training programs at technical and trade schools and community
colleges. These programs offer general training in the basics of
claims adjusting and usually do not provide specific information
about specialized claims such as damage of crops or chemical
accidents.
* 4
Study on your own. Associations and organizations focused on the
type of claims you want training in often recommend programs or
provide self-training materials and handbooks. For example, National
Crop Insurance Services publishes handbooks and training for
insurance adjusters and agents. The Chartered Property Casualty
Underwriters Society offers a career center that includes
information on building a claims adjusting career and links to local
chapters where members can assist you.
* 5
Learn on the job. Large insurance companies often look for claims
adjuster trainees to fill new positions. No formal training in the
claims adjusting field is required to qualify for these jobs.
However, a college degree, solid customer service and negotiating
skills, and experience in managerial and leadership roles are
desirable.
* 6
Polish your organizational and computer skills. Technology is used
throughout the claims adjusting process and has increased the speed
at which a claim is processed. Being familiar with sending emails,
managing multiple files and filing systems, and keeping track of
large amounts of dated information is required of any claims
adjuster.
Tips & Warnings
* Check with your state's licensing office to discover whether you must
be licensed to practice as a claims adjuster. Licensing requirements
vary from state to state, and not all states require a license.
* Continuing education is part of a claims adjuster's work life. Some
states may require proof of continuing education to renew licensing.
* Although a bachelor's degree is not a requirement for claims
adjusting positions, some companies prefer college-educated adjusters.
Degrees in business or the liberal arts, including English, history or
psychology, are suitable for claims adjusting.
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Training for Claims Adjusting
When you make a claim against your homeowners, automobile or medical
insurance, a claims adjuster handles the scheduling and processing of
your claim. According the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, job growth for
claims adjusters will rise 7 percent through 2018. The job increase
coincides with growth in the health care industry and a rise in insurance
claims as the population ages. With more claims, more adjusters are
needed. Training for claims adjusting has not been formalized, and many
adjusters create their own paths to gain entry to and then advance in the
claims field.
Instructions
1.
* 1
Choose the type of claims adjusting you want to do. Independent
adjusters work as independent contractors and typically specialize
in a particular type of claim. Staff adjusters work for insurance
companies as generalists or specialists. Public adjusters, who work
directly for businesses, organizations and agencies that hold
insurance policies, need to know about the types of claims their
employers typically face.
* 2
Obtain experience in the insurance field that interests you.
Experience can be gained through a job or through vocational
programs. For example, auto repair adjusters benefit from experience
with auto repair and estimating damage. Adjusters working in the
area of fire and accidents to homes and buildings benefit from
knowledge about architecture and construction.
* 3
Enroll in a claims adjusting training program. Look for local
training programs at technical and trade schools and community
colleges. These programs offer general training in the basics of
claims adjusting and usually do not provide specific information
about specialized claims such as damage of crops or chemical
accidents.
* 4
Study on your own. Associations and organizations focused on the
type of claims you want training in often recommend programs or
provide self-training materials and handbooks. For example, National
Crop Insurance Services publishes handbooks and training for
insurance adjusters and agents. The Chartered Property Casualty
Underwriters Society offers a career center that includes
information on building a claims adjusting career and links to local
chapters where members can assist you.
* 5
Learn on the job. Large insurance companies often look for claims
adjuster trainees to fill new positions. No formal training in the
claims adjusting field is required to qualify for these jobs.
However, a college degree, solid customer service and negotiating
skills, and experience in managerial and leadership roles are
desirable.
* 6
Polish your organizational and computer skills. Technology is used
throughout the claims adjusting process and has increased the speed
at which a claim is processed. Being familiar with sending emails,
managing multiple files and filing systems, and keeping track of
large amounts of dated information is required of any claims
adjuster.
Tips & Warnings
* Check with your state's licensing office to discover whether you must
be licensed to practice as a claims adjuster. Licensing requirements
vary from state to state, and not all states require a license.
* Continuing education is part of a claims adjuster's work life. Some
states may require proof of continuing education to renew licensing.
* Although a bachelor's degree is not a requirement for claims
adjusting positions, some companies prefer college-educated adjusters.
Degrees in business or the liberal arts, including English, history or
psychology, are suitable for claims adjusting.
References
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The Propagation of Shrubs
The holly bush can be easily propagated by taking a semi-hardwood cutting.
Starting plants from seeds is less costly than buying them from a
nursery, but the seeds of most shrubs fail to sprout, and those that do
take years to become garden-ready. Coveted shrubs that are difficult to
start from seed can be propagated asexually from existing plants.
Vegetative techniques can be used on a variety of shrubs, both hardy and
tender, effectively increasing the quantity of foliage in the landscape
without spending a penny.
1.
Softwood Cuttings
* Softwood cuttings, taken when new bark is still supple, root
quickly and easily. Plan to take cuttings from spring-blooming
shrubs, such as lilac, viburnum and azalea, in late spring or early
summer. Select a branch, looking for wood that is pliable, but firm,
then remove a stem, cutting just below the fourth set of leaves.
Pull off the lowest pair of leaves, then remove the bark from the
bottom of the stem with a sharp knife. Insert the cutting into a
small container filled with damp potting soil. Cover the newly
planted stem with a plastic bag to prevent dehydration while the new
roots form.
Hardwood Cuttings
* Hardwood cuttings are taken from deciduous shrubs after their
leaves have fallen. They root more slowly than cuttings taken in the
spring, but they require much less attention. Many shrubs, including
the dogwood, mock orange and butterfly bush, root easily from
hardwood cuttings. Choose a stem that is firm and about the same
thickness as a pencil, then cut off a 6-inch section. Submerge the
base of the cutting in lukewarm water and let it sit for five
minutes, then push the cut end 3 to 4 inches into the ground. Firm
the soil around the base of the cutting to remove any potential air
pockets, and water the stem thoroughly.
Semi-Hardwood Cuttings
* Conifers, such as the dwarf white pine, and broad-leaved
evergreens, such as boxwood, holly and cotoneaster, can also be
propagated by cuttings. Taken in midsummer, these stems are known as
semi-hardwood cuttings. Choose a well-developed shoot that has soft,
new growth prominently displayed at the tip, and remove a 4-inch
section. Strip the lower leaves, creating a short section of bare
stem to insert into the soil. Cuttings taken during the summer will
easily flourish outdoors and can be placed directly into the ground.
Water the stems lightly once a week to keep the surrounding soil
moist.
Layering
* Layering is a propagation technique that is commonly used for
shrubs with low-hanging branches, such as the laurel. In the spring,
the tips of the branches are bent to the ground and buried. The
foliage is held in place with pins or covered with rocks until new
roots form. Simple layering works well for shrubs with cascading
branches, such as the hydrangea. It is similar to tip layering, but
the middle of the stem is buried in the ground, rather than the tip,
creating roots in the middle of the branch.
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The Propagation of Shrubs
The holly bush can be easily propagated by taking a semi-hardwood cutting.
Starting plants from seeds is less costly than buying them from a
nursery, but the seeds of most shrubs fail to sprout, and those that do
take years to become garden-ready. Coveted shrubs that are difficult to
start from seed can be propagated asexually from existing plants.
Vegetative techniques can be used on a variety of shrubs, both hardy and
tender, effectively increasing the quantity of foliage in the landscape
without spending a penny.
1.
Softwood Cuttings
* Softwood cuttings, taken when new bark is still supple, root
quickly and easily. Plan to take cuttings from spring-blooming
shrubs, such as lilac, viburnum and azalea, in late spring or early
summer. Select a branch, looking for wood that is pliable, but firm,
then remove a stem, cutting just below the fourth set of leaves.
Pull off the lowest pair of leaves, then remove the bark from the
bottom of the stem with a sharp knife. Insert the cutting into a
small container filled with damp potting soil. Cover the newly
planted stem with a plastic bag to prevent dehydration while the new
roots form.
Hardwood Cuttings
* Hardwood cuttings are taken from deciduous shrubs after their
leaves have fallen. They root more slowly than cuttings taken in the
spring, but they require much less attention. Many shrubs, including
the dogwood, mock orange and butterfly bush, root easily from
hardwood cuttings. Choose a stem that is firm and about the same
thickness as a pencil, then cut off a 6-inch section. Submerge the
base of the cutting in lukewarm water and let it sit for five
minutes, then push the cut end 3 to 4 inches into the ground. Firm
the soil around the base of the cutting to remove any potential air
pockets, and water the stem thoroughly.
Semi-Hardwood Cuttings
* Conifers, such as the dwarf white pine, and broad-leaved
evergreens, such as boxwood, holly and cotoneaster, can also be
propagated by cuttings. Taken in midsummer, these stems are known as
semi-hardwood cuttings. Choose a well-developed shoot that has soft,
new growth prominently displayed at the tip, and remove a 4-inch
section. Strip the lower leaves, creating a short section of bare
stem to insert into the soil. Cuttings taken during the summer will
easily flourish outdoors and can be placed directly into the ground.
Water the stems lightly once a week to keep the surrounding soil
moist.
Layering
* Layering is a propagation technique that is commonly used for
shrubs with low-hanging branches, such as the laurel. In the spring,
the tips of the branches are bent to the ground and buried. The
foliage is held in place with pins or covered with rocks until new
roots form. Simple layering works well for shrubs with cascading
branches, such as the hydrangea. It is similar to tip layering, but
the middle of the stem is buried in the ground, rather than the tip,
creating roots in the middle of the branch.
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1.
* The Freddi Fish games are an award-winning series of children's
computer software. Freddi Fish games allow players to assume the
role of Freddi Fish as he takes on detective investigations. In
"Freddi Fish 5," Freddi Fish must discover why a mysterious sea
creature has been lurking in Coral Cove Park, which is closed to the
public while the mystery is solved.
Visit Every Area Multiple Times
* "Freddi Fish 5" allows players to wander freely to different
screens, many of which contain useful items or hints offered by
characters. However, several screens -- and the characters in them
-- are not useful until you have progressed to a certain point in
the game. Players who find themselves stuck should revisit areas.
For example, Freddi Fish encounters a clam that laughs at jokes.
This doesn't seem useful at first, but if Freddi Fish learns a
certain type of joke, he can return to the clam and make it laugh,
which results in getting an important item.
Observe Your Surroundings Carefully
* Freddi Fish must solve various puzzles throughout his mystery
case. For example, Freddi Fish must figure out which key to use in
order to open a locked door. He has several different shaped keys,
but only one correlates to the shape of the keyhole. The trick to
solving each puzzle is to observe each screen carefully for any
clues. Other useful items, such as sea urchins, which are used to
buy items from the shark vendor, can only be collected by clicking
on them. With careful observation, you are less likely to miss
anything important.
Listen to Characters Carefully
* Freddi Fish can interact with nearly every character he comes
across. While much of what they say seems like chitchat, characters
often provide valuable hints and clues about where to go next or how
to solve a puzzle. Sometimes characters need help with something
before they offer anything useful. It is not always obvious what
information may be used later, so keep a mental note or write down
any information provided by characters.
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Walkthrough Hints for the Game "Freddi Fish 5"
1.
* The Freddi Fish games are an award-winning series of children's
computer software. Freddi Fish games allow players to assume the
role of Freddi Fish as he takes on detective investigations. In
"Freddi Fish 5," Freddi Fish must discover why a mysterious sea
creature has been lurking in Coral Cove Park, which is closed to the
public while the mystery is solved.
Visit Every Area Multiple Times
* "Freddi Fish 5" allows players to wander freely to different
screens, many of which contain useful items or hints offered by
characters. However, several screens -- and the characters in them
-- are not useful until you have progressed to a certain point in
the game. Players who find themselves stuck should revisit areas.
For example, Freddi Fish encounters a clam that laughs at jokes.
This doesn't seem useful at first, but if Freddi Fish learns a
certain type of joke, he can return to the clam and make it laugh,
which results in getting an important item.
Observe Your Surroundings Carefully
* Freddi Fish must solve various puzzles throughout his mystery
case. For example, Freddi Fish must figure out which key to use in
order to open a locked door. He has several different shaped keys,
but only one correlates to the shape of the keyhole. The trick to
solving each puzzle is to observe each screen carefully for any
clues. Other useful items, such as sea urchins, which are used to
buy items from the shark vendor, can only be collected by clicking
on them. With careful observation, you are less likely to miss
anything important.
Listen to Characters Carefully
* Freddi Fish can interact with nearly every character he comes
across. While much of what they say seems like chitchat, characters
often provide valuable hints and clues about where to go next or how
to solve a puzzle. Sometimes characters need help with something
before they offer anything useful. It is not always obvious what
information may be used later, so keep a mental note or write down
any information provided by characters.
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Tips on Staying on Top of Laundry
Have your kids help with the laundry.
While getting rid of your laundry completely is close to impossible, it
may be your goal to at least keep on top of it a little better. Dealing
with large laundry loads is a daunting task, but the task can be managed
by setting goals and making minor adjustments in how the laundry is
handled before and after washing.
1.
Laundry Sorters
* Put laundry sorters in each bedroom of your house, to keep on
top of sorting the laundry. For instance, have separate sorters for
lights, darks and delicates. There are sorter units sold at home
supply stores, or you can simply put three laundry baskets
side-by-side in each bedroom. Each sorter should fit one load of
laundry when full. When a sorter becomes full, take it to the
laundry room to be washed, then return the sorter for the next time
it fills up.
Keep a Schedule
* If you are finding it difficult to choose a time and day to
keep up with the laundry, make a schedule and stick to it. Put a
calendar in the room of your house you use the most -- most likely
the kitchen. Write down the dates and times you will do your
laundry, being as specific as possible. If you know you have a
couple hours on Sunday mornings to do housework, that would be a
sensible time to schedule laundry.
Get Help
* Have your spouse and older children help do their own laundry.
Instruct them to inform you when their laundry sorter is full, which
days they have free to put their name on the laundry schedule, or
when they can put their own folded laundry away. When assigning
chores to your older children, assign laundry to them as well. Have
one child do the washing and drying, one do folding and another do
ironing. Children can learn to do laundry at a young age, a habit
that when taught early will remain with them as they grow up.
Fold and Put Away Immediately
* One habit that is hard to break is leaving the completed
laundry in the dryer or in the laundry basket once it is done. Once
the laundry comes out of the dryer, fold it immediately. Fold it in
your laundry room if you find it easier to keep up with it that way.
Once it is folded, go directly to your closet or dresser and put it
away. This helps keep the clean clothes in their place so you only
need to focus on the dirty laundry.
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Tips on Staying on Top of Laundry
Have your kids help with the laundry.
While getting rid of your laundry completely is close to impossible, it
may be your goal to at least keep on top of it a little better. Dealing
with large laundry loads is a daunting task, but the task can be managed
by setting goals and making minor adjustments in how the laundry is
handled before and after washing.
1.
Laundry Sorters
* Put laundry sorters in each bedroom of your house, to keep on
top of sorting the laundry. For instance, have separate sorters for
lights, darks and delicates. There are sorter units sold at home
supply stores, or you can simply put three laundry baskets
side-by-side in each bedroom. Each sorter should fit one load of
laundry when full. When a sorter becomes full, take it to the
laundry room to be washed, then return the sorter for the next time
it fills up.
Keep a Schedule
* If you are finding it difficult to choose a time and day to
keep up with the laundry, make a schedule and stick to it. Put a
calendar in the room of your house you use the most -- most likely
the kitchen. Write down the dates and times you will do your
laundry, being as specific as possible. If you know you have a
couple hours on Sunday mornings to do housework, that would be a
sensible time to schedule laundry.
Get Help
* Have your spouse and older children help do their own laundry.
Instruct them to inform you when their laundry sorter is full, which
days they have free to put their name on the laundry schedule, or
when they can put their own folded laundry away. When assigning
chores to your older children, assign laundry to them as well. Have
one child do the washing and drying, one do folding and another do
ironing. Children can learn to do laundry at a young age, a habit
that when taught early will remain with them as they grow up.
Fold and Put Away Immediately
* One habit that is hard to break is leaving the completed
laundry in the dryer or in the laundry basket once it is done. Once
the laundry comes out of the dryer, fold it immediately. Fold it in
your laundry room if you find it easier to keep up with it that way.
Once it is folded, go directly to your closet or dresser and put it
away. This helps keep the clean clothes in their place so you only
need to focus on the dirty laundry.
References
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New Dad Ideas
Buy the perfect gift for a new dad.
The arrival of a newborn baby is a joyous occasion, but is also
emotionally stressful for a new mother and father. However, while the
mother and newborn receive plenty of love and gifts from family and
friends, the father may receive less attention. Giving a new dad a
special baby-related gift is a great way to make him feel special and
help him succeed in fatherhood.
1.
Parenting Books
* Gift a new dad with useful fathering books. A new father may
find parenting books very educational, especially if the baby is his
first newborn child. These books include important tips and advice
concerning infant care, including information on diaper changing,
holding a baby and caring for a crying baby as a new father.
Diaper Bags
* Give the involved dad a handy diaper bag meant for men.
Male-specific diaper bags typically come in gray or brown colors,
and closely resemble satchels. Diaper bags for new dads come in
handy on a daily basis. The bags include storage for diapers, baby
bottles and other small baby-related items, such as pacifiers. Male
diaper bags are usually worn across the chest and include a padded
strap for the dad's comfort.
Camera
* Pick up a new digital camera or video camera at the electronics
store. A camera is an excellent new dad gift. Family and friends can
take pictures of a multitude of special dad and baby moments and
feature the pictures in a special family scrapbook. The new dad can
also share his special pictures with friends by uploading them to
his favorite social networking sites. Purchase a gift card for a
photo printing service to go along with the camera gift.
Recreational Day
* Encourage the new dad to take a day off from his baby duties by
offering to babysit. While baby responsibilities are tiring for a
mother, they are also stressful for a dad working a full-time job
during the day and tending to a newborn at night. Giving him a day
off from stressful baby care duties allows him to spend a relaxing
day with friends or complete an important home improvement project.
Jogging Stroller
* Buy a baby jogging stroller for the dad who runs. Purchase a
stable stroller with safety features, such as a five-point harness.
A jogging stroller allows a new dad to stay in shape while spending
quality time with the baby. Toss in sweatpants and a nice new pair
of running shoes along with the stroller for an all-inclusive gift.
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New Dad Ideas
Buy the perfect gift for a new dad.
The arrival of a newborn baby is a joyous occasion, but is also
emotionally stressful for a new mother and father. However, while the
mother and newborn receive plenty of love and gifts from family and
friends, the father may receive less attention. Giving a new dad a
special baby-related gift is a great way to make him feel special and
help him succeed in fatherhood.
1.
Parenting Books
* Gift a new dad with useful fathering books. A new father may
find parenting books very educational, especially if the baby is his
first newborn child. These books include important tips and advice
concerning infant care, including information on diaper changing,
holding a baby and caring for a crying baby as a new father.
Diaper Bags
* Give the involved dad a handy diaper bag meant for men.
Male-specific diaper bags typically come in gray or brown colors,
and closely resemble satchels. Diaper bags for new dads come in
handy on a daily basis. The bags include storage for diapers, baby
bottles and other small baby-related items, such as pacifiers. Male
diaper bags are usually worn across the chest and include a padded
strap for the dad's comfort.
Camera
* Pick up a new digital camera or video camera at the electronics
store. A camera is an excellent new dad gift. Family and friends can
take pictures of a multitude of special dad and baby moments and
feature the pictures in a special family scrapbook. The new dad can
also share his special pictures with friends by uploading them to
his favorite social networking sites. Purchase a gift card for a
photo printing service to go along with the camera gift.
Recreational Day
* Encourage the new dad to take a day off from his baby duties by
offering to babysit. While baby responsibilities are tiring for a
mother, they are also stressful for a dad working a full-time job
during the day and tending to a newborn at night. Giving him a day
off from stressful baby care duties allows him to spend a relaxing
day with friends or complete an important home improvement project.
Jogging Stroller
* Buy a baby jogging stroller for the dad who runs. Purchase a
stable stroller with safety features, such as a five-point harness.
A jogging stroller allows a new dad to stay in shape while spending
quality time with the baby. Toss in sweatpants and a nice new pair
of running shoes along with the stroller for an all-inclusive gift.
References
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How to Install Basement Insulation in the Ceiling
Fiberglass insulation and a few of the tools are required for
installation.
The first item to consider when insulating a basement ceiling is the
basement floor. If the floor is concrete, then just about any type of
insulation can be installed in the ceiling. If the floor is soil or soil
with a poly-vapor barrier, however, pay close attention to the type of
materials you use for insulation. The second factor to consider is the
type of insulation. Choices are fiberglass batts, cotton batts and spray
foam. Fiberglass batts and cotton batts can be installed by
do-it-yourself individuals, and spray foam needs to be installed by a
licensed professional.
Instructions
Things You'll Need
* Tape measure
* Dust mask or respirator
* Long-sleeve shirt
* Long pants
* Gloves
* Straight edge
* Utility knife
* Step stool or ladder
* Staple gun
* Metal insulation supports
1.
* 1
Determine the type of insulation you want to use. In most basement
applications, fiberglass insulation should be kraft-faced fiberglass
batt insulation. "Kraft-faced" means that the fiberglass has a brown
paper (kraft) on one side (face); the paper acts as a vapor barrier.
Cotton batts can be used in dry basement applications only when the
floor is concrete and no water issues exist. Spray foam can be used
in all basement applications, but, as previously mentioned, it must
be installed by a certified spray foam company.
* 2
Determine the size of insulation required. Both fiberglass and
cotton batts are in specific depths or thicknesses. Use R-19 or
5-inch thick insulation for a 2-by-6-inch joist. Use high-density
R-30 or 8-inch thick insulation for a 2-by-8-inch joist, R-30 or
10-inch thick insulation for a 2-by-10-inch joist and R-38 or
12-inch-thick insulation for joists larger than 10 inches.
"R" is the insulation industry standard value of the insulation's
thermal resistance. Higher numbers designate better thermal
performance.
* 3
Measure the square footage of insulation required, and multiply the
result by 0.9 in order to purchase the correct amount of insulation.
Multiplying by 0.9 removes the widths of joists so you don't end up
with several extra bags of insulation at the end of the project.
* 4
Wear a dust mask or respirator along with a long-sleeve shirt, long
pants and gloves to cut down on the insulation material's contact
with your skin, which may cause itching.
* 5
Cut the insulation to length by first rolling out the batt
insulation with the paper side on the ground and pressing the
insulation down with a straight edge, such as piece of 2-by-4 or a
level, to help compress the fiberglass. Cut the batts with a utility
knife along the straight edge.
* 6
Install the batts with paper side touching the subfloor of the first
floor. It is very important that the paper side faces up, toward the
living space, to ensure that the vapor barrier (the kraft paper)
touches the warm side of the house.
Simply push the insulation into place between the ceiling joists,
and staple the paper to the underside of the subfloor with a staple
gun. Also install metal insulation supports every 16 inches by
simply pushing them into place.
Tips & Warnings
* Spray-foam insulation is about 40 percent more effective than
fiberglass or cotton batt insulation. The downside of spray-foam
insulation is that it cannot be installed by as a do-it yourself
project and costs about 2 1/2 times the price of fiberglass or cotton
batts.
* Information about spray foam and why it is used is on SprayFoam.com.
* Photo Credit Comstock/Comstock/Getty Images;
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* Gardening & Plants
* Landscaping
* Interior Design
* Home Improvement
How to Install Basement Insulation in the Ceiling
Fiberglass insulation and a few of the tools are required for
installation.
The first item to consider when insulating a basement ceiling is the
basement floor. If the floor is concrete, then just about any type of
insulation can be installed in the ceiling. If the floor is soil or soil
with a poly-vapor barrier, however, pay close attention to the type of
materials you use for insulation. The second factor to consider is the
type of insulation. Choices are fiberglass batts, cotton batts and spray
foam. Fiberglass batts and cotton batts can be installed by
do-it-yourself individuals, and spray foam needs to be installed by a
licensed professional.
Instructions
Things You'll Need
* Tape measure
* Dust mask or respirator
* Long-sleeve shirt
* Long pants
* Gloves
* Straight edge
* Utility knife
* Step stool or ladder
* Staple gun
* Metal insulation supports
1.
* 1
Determine the type of insulation you want to use. In most basement
applications, fiberglass insulation should be kraft-faced fiberglass
batt insulation. "Kraft-faced" means that the fiberglass has a brown
paper (kraft) on one side (face); the paper acts as a vapor barrier.
Cotton batts can be used in dry basement applications only when the
floor is concrete and no water issues exist. Spray foam can be used
in all basement applications, but, as previously mentioned, it must
be installed by a certified spray foam company.
* 2
Determine the size of insulation required. Both fiberglass and
cotton batts are in specific depths or thicknesses. Use R-19 or
5-inch thick insulation for a 2-by-6-inch joist. Use high-density
R-30 or 8-inch thick insulation for a 2-by-8-inch joist, R-30 or
10-inch thick insulation for a 2-by-10-inch joist and R-38 or
12-inch-thick insulation for joists larger than 10 inches.
"R" is the insulation industry standard value of the insulation's
thermal resistance. Higher numbers designate better thermal
performance.
* 3
Measure the square footage of insulation required, and multiply the
result by 0.9 in order to purchase the correct amount of insulation.
Multiplying by 0.9 removes the widths of joists so you don't end up
with several extra bags of insulation at the end of the project.
* 4
Wear a dust mask or respirator along with a long-sleeve shirt, long
pants and gloves to cut down on the insulation material's contact
with your skin, which may cause itching.
* 5
Cut the insulation to length by first rolling out the batt
insulation with the paper side on the ground and pressing the
insulation down with a straight edge, such as piece of 2-by-4 or a
level, to help compress the fiberglass. Cut the batts with a utility
knife along the straight edge.
* 6
Install the batts with paper side touching the subfloor of the first
floor. It is very important that the paper side faces up, toward the
living space, to ensure that the vapor barrier (the kraft paper)
touches the warm side of the house.
Simply push the insulation into place between the ceiling joists,
and staple the paper to the underside of the subfloor with a staple
gun. Also install metal insulation supports every 16 inches by
simply pushing them into place.
Tips & Warnings
* Spray-foam insulation is about 40 percent more effective than
fiberglass or cotton batt insulation. The downside of spray-foam
insulation is that it cannot be installed by as a do-it yourself
project and costs about 2 1/2 times the price of fiberglass or cotton
batts.
* Information about spray foam and why it is used is on SprayFoam.com.
* Photo Credit Comstock/Comstock/Getty Images;
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