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Author: Caleb Leonard

Caleb Leonard is a writer, gardener, and aspiring minimalist. He enjoys refurbishing secondhand furniture and offering accessibility solutions.

How to Lower Chlorine Levels in Your Pool

By Caleb Leonard | Updated: August 18, 2025
Pool Care

To lower your chlorine levels, you can add water, let the sun deplete some of it, run the jets, or add chemicals like sodium thiosulfate and food-grade hydrogen peroxide to balance things out.

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How to Test Pool Water

By Caleb Leonard | Updated: June 15, 2025
Pool Care

Most people use test strips to test pool water because they are cost-effective, but you can also use a liquid test kit or even take a water sample to the pool store.

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How to Take Care of Your Paint Brushes 

By Caleb Leonard | Updated: June 12, 2025
Painting

Paint brushes need care if you want them to last and perform well project after project. Clean latex paint off brushes with water and soap, and use solvents like mineral spirits or turpentine to clean oil-based paint. Then, store them in a clean, dry location.

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How to Install Grab Bars in a Shower

By Caleb Leonard | Updated: April 20, 2025
Assembly

To install grab bars, determine the right placement for the bars, drill into the wall, and then use the proper hardware to secure the grab bars to the wall or wall studs. Cover screws and seams with silicone for a watertight fit, then test to be sure the bars will hold fast.

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