It’s important to fix a ceiling leak as soon as possible – and not just for aesthetic reasons. Yes, a ceiling leak is unsightly, but it can also cause structural instability, the growth of mold or mildew, and even higher utility bills thanks to inefficient energy use. Water spots and stains will become apparent as they start seeping through the drywall. You’ll need to get to the source of the leak and assess how bad the damage is before deciding on a course of action....

‘Who doesn’t appreciate the beautiful orchid? One of the oldest families of flowering plants, they’re absolutely gorgeous to admire! But the idea of orchid care often leaves plant parents feeling a little anxious,’ says author and plant expert Jo Lambell, founder of Beards and Daisies (opens in new tab). ‘They’re actually surprisingly simple to care for, once you understand their needs.’ Here, experts offer step-by-step advice on how to get an orchid to rebloom to get more joy out of the simple plant....

The list of the Pixel 2 features is quite long. So, let’s jump straight in. 1. Auto HDR+ Mode 1. Auto HDR+ Mode The Google Pixel 2 camera is easily one of the best Android cameras ever produced. One of its most highlighted features is the auto HDR+ mode. It’s particularly helpful if you aren’t proficient with manual camera modes. If you have the OnePlus 3/3T or the OnePlus 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S8, the auto HDR+ mode can be easily ported to these Android flagships....

They are the ideal solution to early-fall doldrums: as summer flowers fade, their subtly colored foliage and sprays of tiny flowers will take centre stage. An environmentally friendly garden idea, they need no staking, dead-heading or spraying, so footfall levels throughout the borders are kept low and new wildlife habitats can develop safety, while the seeds feed the birds. And whatever the conditions in your garden, you can find a species that thrives....

To access the audio playback feature, you need to insert the audio file into your document. The process to insert the audio into your document is a little like what you would follow to insert a picture. Here’s how it works. Inserting Audio Files into Microsoft Word Inserting Audio Files into Microsoft Word Now, if you’re inserting an audio file into Microsoft Word, the first thing to do is get your audio file ready....

We’ve already published a tutorial on installing new fonts on Windows. The process is easier and more streamlined on Mac OS X. This guide will tell you exactly that. Here’s how you go about downloading fonts. 1. Download the Font 1. Download the Font There are a ton of free fonts out there. Sites such as Smashing Magazine have lists upon lists of free fonts that are available for personal or commercial use....

Although basic search of Windows is sufficient, it’s good only if you know the file name. If you don’t remember the file name, that’s when advance search filters from Windows come in handy. Advantage of Adding a Search Filter Advantage of Adding a Search Filter Search filters add a whole new dimension to the Windows explorer search. Conventionally, we search for files by their names but using filters, we can search for files by their properties such as author or by file size or date created and modified....

But how do you work with others on a same note or several notes? In this guide, we will show you how you can share Notes on your iPhone and collaborate with others. Share Individual Notes on iPhone Share Individual Notes on iPhone There are a few ways you can use to share individual notes on your iPhone. Sharing a single note is good idea when you are working a few folks on a small project or just brainstorming through ideas....

We have already seen many ways in which we can disable Windows 8 modern Start Screen and most of its associated features and shift to classic desktop interface with a near classic Start Menu. But today I will tell you how you can use the power of Windows 8 modern Start Screen without using it in full screen mode. This way you can use the extremely helpful search feature of Windows 8 and have access to desktop at all times....

But just as when you’re painting a room, carrying out the task the way the experts do is a must to avoid damage to the wood and complete the task in the most efficient way. To make achieving all these goals easy, we’ve put together an essential guide. How to strip paint from wood How to strip paint from wood When you’re looking for the answer to how to strip paint from wood, there are actually three alternatives....

Before dressing a bed, it is important to get the foundations – the bed linen – right. A set of bed linen can make all the difference between a good and bad night’s sleep. And between a beautiful look and a slightly scruffy affair. Once you have established that solid base, the three most important elements of styling a bed are the pillows, cushions and throws. They should complement your other bedroom ideas and the bedroom color scheme, but also add texture and depth to the room....

With the growing trend of cybertheft and device vulnerability, one needs to invest in password managers like KeePass and LastPass. And choosing the right option is a crucial aspect of the process. So, let’s talk about one of the best and my go-to password manager: Enpass. Works on Every Platform Works on Every Platform Enpass Password Manager is available on all major platforms. Enpass has native app support on Android, iOS, macOS, Windows (Desktop and Windows 10 universal app), Linux, Android Wear, and Chrome OS....

Among all the neat tricks Google Maps has up its sleeve, Timeline has to be the most useful one. It can help you retrace your steps easily. Whether it’s the name of the gift shop you visited last month or photos you took along your last trip, Timeline can help you relive all those memories. Let’s see how you can view, edit or delete your location history in Google Maps. Google Maps app works pretty much the same on both Android and iOS....