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TOOLBELT DIVA: Epoxy

Norma the Toolbelt Diva explains how to use the ultimate super glue-epoxy. Brought to you by the Discovery Channel.


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How It's Made: Pliers (3:02)

Pliers have three basic parts; handles, a rivet and jaws. The parts all come from a steel rod, which is manufactured with a multi-step process. Learn more about pliers with Discovery Channel's "How It's Made."

The Real Estate Pros: Trusting Your Instincts (1:16)

Investment coordinator Ginger Alexander shares her top rule for future home investors on The Learning Channel's "The Real Estate Pros."

Take Home Handyman: Hanging a Chandelier (2:10)

If you can lift it up then you can hang it! Andrew Dan-Jumbo from The Learning Channel's "Take Home Handyman" gives step by step instructions on how to hang a chandelier.

TOOLBELT DIVA: Epoxy (0:55)

Norma the Toolbelt Diva explains how to use the ultimate super glue-epoxy. Brought to you by the Discovery Channel.

TOOLBELT DIVA: Sandpaper (0:56)

Sandpaper is a great help in wood finishing but only if it is used properly. Learn more about sandpaper in this video from HowStuffWorks.

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In a Split Second: Preventing Accidents in the Home (29:30)

Every five seconds there is a serious accident in the home. Aimed at lowering that statistic, this program demonstrates to parents and other caregivers how they can take precautions to prevent common accidents.

How It's Made: Chain Saw (3:21)

Chain saws are pretty useful and easy to build -- you can even make one at home. Learn how to make a chain saw from scratch in this video.

What Are the Odds? Fire (2:17)

What are the odds your house will catch on fire? Learn more fire safety in this video.

How Toasters Work (1:10)

Ever wondered how your toaster browns your bread? Watch this video from HowStuffWorks to find out how a toaster works!

How Fire Extinguishers Work (1:05)

We don't usually think much about how a fire extinguisher works -- until we need to use one. Watch this HowStuffWorks video on how to extinguish a fire using a dry-chemical fire extinguisher.

How Chain Saws Work (1:12)

Chain saws can be very handy when it comes to dealing with tree problems. Watch this video from HowStuffWorks to learn more about chain saws.

How Pools Work (1:17)

Swimming pools are the highlight of any summer. Learn more about building swimming pools in this HowStuffWorks video.

How Safe Dialing Works (1:14)

Safe dialing is a way to discover the combination of a safe. Learn more about lock-picking and safe dialing in this HowStuffWorks video.

How to Use Electricity Safely (1:00)

Learn how to handle electricity and outlets safely in this home safety video from HowStuffWorks.

How to Test for Carbon Monoxide (0:49)

Every home should be tested for carbon monoxide. Learn more about carbon monoxide and home safety in this HowStuffWorks video.