| How to Lighten Dark Grey Hair Posted: 21 Apr 2021 05:00 PM PDT If your grey hair is darker than you'd like, you definitely have options for lightening it up a bit. Working with grey hair can be tricky, though, since it's fragile and technically has no pigment in it. Don't worry—we've researched everything you need to know about lightening and brightening grey hair so we could answer your most pressing questions. Read on to learn more! [Edit]What's the best way to lighten dark grey hair? - Get highlights to lighten the color and add dimension. The most fool-proof way to lighten hair is by using bleach. Grey hair is fragile, though, so bleaching your whole head isn't ideal. Bleached highlights are the way to go if you want to subtly lighten your hair and add natural-looking dimension without damaging it.[1]
- You can do your own highlights at home using a bleach kit from a drug or beauty supply store. If you've never done highlights before, you might want to head to the salon for your first time.
- Highlighted grey hair doesn't need root touch-ups as often as pigmented hair, which is a big plus![2]
[Edit]What if I want to dramatically lighten dark grey hair? - Bleach all of your hair and use a silver toner to adjust the color. Apply bleach to get rid of all pigment—you want your hair to be almost white for this. Then, wash your hair with a silver toning shampoo to introduce gorgeous light grey or silver pigments. Use the shampoo every 2-3 weeks to maintain your new color![3]
- If you want a sparkling light grey color, use silver toning shampoo. If you want light grey without the metallic pigments, look for a toning shampoo in a shade like "slate."[4]
[Edit]Can I dye dark grey hair to make it lighter and silvery? - Yes, apply a high-lift permanent or semi-permanent silver hair dye. Read the instructions for specifics, but you usually saturate your hair with the dye just like you would any other colored dye. Leave it on for the recommended amount of time, rinse it out thoroughly, and follow up with moisturizing conditioner.[5]
- "High-lift" means the dye can lighten hair 1-2 shades without bleaching it first. They usually have shade names like "Silver Fox" or "Icy Blonde."[6]
[Edit]Can I brighten grey hair without using dye or bleach? - Yes, use a silver toning shampoo at home once a week. Grey hair looks darker when it gets dull and brassy. Silver toning shampoo deposits pigments on your hair to enhance and brighten the color, but it doesn't have dye or bleach in it. You apply toning shampoo exactly like normal shampoo, so it's super easy![7]
- Purple toning shampoo can also brighten grey hair, especially if there are yellow tones in there.[8][9]
- Each product is different, so read the instructions to find out how often you need to use the shampoo.
- Visit a salon if you want a more intense toning treatment. In-salon toning treatments are more pigmented than at-home toning shampoos. If you want a more dramatic color boost, make an appointment with your favorite stylist and explain the color you want to achieve with toner.[10]
[Edit]How do I brighten grey hair naturally? - Do an apple cider vinegar rinse once a week to enhance the color. Mix of apple cider vinegar with 1 gallon (3.75 l) of water. Hop in the shower and lather up your hair with regular shampoo. Then, rinse out the shampoo with the vinegar/water mixture.[11]
- Be sure to work the mixture through your hair and rinse thoroughly with clean water! Follow up with conditioner as you normally would.
[Edit]How do I make my grey hair look shinier? - Use clear or ice blonde hair gloss once a month. Clear glossing products don't deposit any color, but they do make hair look extra shiny, seal in moisture, and smooth out the shaft.[12] Semi-permanent glosses deposit silvery or ice blonde pigments to refresh and brighten the color while also boosting shine.[13]
- Instructions vary by brand, so be sure to read the packaging insert for more information. Generally, though, you apply and rinse them out just like hair dye.
- Wash your hair with a clarifying shampoo once a week. Build-up on your hair makes it look dull; a clarifying shampoo strips out that unwanted build-up and leaves you with clean, shiny locks. Apply clarifying shampoo, lather it up, and rinse it out thoroughly just like you would normal shampoo.[14]
- Build-up is totally normal! It's usually caused by hard water, pollution, and styling products.
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| How to Wire a Doorbell Posted: 21 Apr 2021 09:00 AM PDT Whether you're replacing an old doorbell or installing a new one, wiring a doorbell is actually much easier than you may think. A doorbell is powered by a doorbell transformer, which needs to be professionally installed so it can safely and properly draw power from your home's electrical system. But, if the doorbell chimes and transformers are functioning, wiring the doorbell itself is just a matter of hooking them up correctly! [Edit]Replacing an Existing Doorbell - Shut off power to the area at the breaker box. Locate your breaker box in your garage, basement, or on the side of your home. Use the diagram on the inside of the door panel or use the labels to find the switch that controls power to the front of your home. Flip the switch to turn off the power.[1]
- Make sure the power is turned off by flipping a light switch near the door where you're installing the doorbell.
- It's very important that you shut off the power to avoid shocking yourself.
- Use a screwdriver to remove the screws from the doorbell. Locate the screws mounting the doorbell to the outer wall or door casing of your home. Take a screwdriver or power drill and remove the screws to allow access to wiring on the backside of the doorbell.[2]
- Don't try to pull off the doorbell yet or you could damage the wires.
- Disconnect the wires with a screwdriver and remove the doorbell. Look on the backside of the doorbell to find the wires connected to it. Take your screwdriver and loosen the terminal screws holding the wires in place. Slide the wires out of the terminals and remove the old doorbell.[3]
- Don't yank or force the wires so you don't accidentally damage or strip them.
- Bend the top wire to remember which one is which. The doorbell has 2 wires connected to it, 1 at the top and 1 at the bottom, and it's important that you remember which one is which so you can hook up the new one properly. Take the top wire and bend the end of it so you can tell them apart.[4]
- Sometimes, the wires may be different colors, but it's common for them to be too similar to tell apart.
- Reconnect the wires to the terminals on your new doorbell. Remove the new doorbell from its packaging and locate the terminals on the backside. Connect the top wire to the upper terminal and the bottom wire to the lower one. Use your screwdriver to tighten the terminals so the wires are held securely.[5]
- The upper wire connects the doorbell to the transformer that provides power to it and the bottom wire connects it to the chimes that sound when you press the button.
- Flip on the breaker and screw the doorbell it into place. Restore power to the area by flipping the switch back to its original position. Press the doorbell button to see if it works. If it does, use your screwdriver or a drill to fasten the doorbell to your wall or door casing using the screws that came with it.[6]
- The packaging of the doorbell should contain screws for you to use, but if it doesn't, you can use screws that fit into the screw holes on the doorbell.
- If the doorbell chimes don't sound, they may be damaged. You can replace your doorbell chimes if they're damaged or faulty. However, if there's an electrical issue, you may want to contact a professional electrician.
[Edit]Connecting a Doorbell to the Transformer - Flip the breaker switch to cut off power to the area. Before you begin working, locate your breaker box in your garage, basement, or on the side of your home. Flip the switch that controls power to the area that you're installing your doorbell so you can work safely.[7]
- Use the diagram on the inside door panel of the breaker box or look for a label on the switches to find the right one. For instance, if you're wiring a doorbell to your front door, flip off the switch that controls power there.
- Try turning on lights in the area to make sure the power is shut off.
- Locate the doorbell transformer in the outlet box near the door. A doorbell transformer is an electrical component that literally transforms power from a higher voltage to a lower one to power your doorbell and chimes. It's a small, metal box with 2 terminals and is usually located in an outlet box near the front door. Open up outlet boxes or look beneath them to find the transformer.[8]
- If the transformer box isn't located in an outlet box, check near your breaker box for it. It could be attached to the top or bottom of it.[9]
- If your doorbell transformer is faulty or damaged, you can replace it yourself. But, if you don't have one installed yet, have a professional electrician do the job is it's done properly and safely.
- Connect the transformer to the top terminal with 16 AWG wire. 16 AWG wire is a thin gauge of wire that can easily handle the voltage needed to power your doorbell. Strip away about of the sheathing with a wire stripper or a knife to expose the wires. Use a screwdriver to loosen the screw on the top terminal of the transformer. Slide the exposed wire beneath the terminal screw and then tighten it so it's secure. Then, connect the other end of the wire to the top terminal of your doorbell the same way.[10]
- You can drill a hole in your wall to thread the wire to connect the terminal to the doorbell or cover the wire with a cord cover.
- Make sure the terminal screws are tightly secured so the wires are connected and won't come out of place.
- You can find 16 AWG wire at your local hardware store, electrical supply store, or by ordering it online.
- Attach 16 AWG wire from the bottom terminal to the chimes. Locate your doorbell chimes, which are usually on the wall in the front hall or living room near the front door. Use 16 AWG wire and strip away about of the sheathing with wire strippers or a knife so the wires are exposed. Use a screwdriver to loosen the terminal screw above the terminal labeled "Front," slide the wire beneath it, and then tighten the screw. Connect the other end of the wire to the bottom terminal of your doorbell.[11]
- Thread the wire through your wall to connect your chimes to your doorbell, or cover the wire with a cord cover so it's hidden from view.
- Your transformer and chimes should already be connected from when your transformer was installed.
- The terminal labeled "Front" is for the front door. If you're installing a second doorbell, attach the wire to the terminal labeled "Back."
- Restore the power and screw the doorbell onto the wall. Once everything is connected, flip the breaker switch back on to restore the power. Press the doorbell button to make sure it's working, and use a screwdriver or a power drill to fasten the doorbell to the outside wall or door casing of your home to finish the job.[12]
- If there's a problem with the wiring of your doorbell transformer, contact a professional electrician. You can replace a transformer, but if the wiring itself is faulty, it needs to be handled by a pro.
[Edit]Warnings - Double, even triple check to make sure the power is cut off in the area you're wiring your doorbell to avoid accidentally electrocuting yourself.
[Edit]Things You'll Need [Edit]Replacing an Existing Doorbell [Edit]Connecting a Doorbell to the Transformer - 16 awg wire
- Screwdriver or drill
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| How to Start a Love Letter Posted: 21 Apr 2021 01:00 AM PDT Ah, love. You're head-over-heels for someone, and you're ready to tell them exactly how you feel. Whether your love is a crush, a long-term partner, or someone in between, a love letter is the perfect way to sweep them off their feet. You might be struggling to start your letter, but don't worry! Your love letter is sure to be beautiful, so just write what you feel. [Edit]Use beautiful stationery for a romantic touch.[1] - You can use any paper to write a love letter, but nice stationery will make your letter look extra special. Choose stationery that reflects your style or that makes you think of your love. For instance, you might choose paper or a card that's your favorite color or that features symbols of love, like hearts or flowers.
- You can find stationery at department stores, stationery stores, office supply stores, bookstores, and online.
[Edit]Decorate the letter with a drawing to add a personal touch.[2] - Make your letter extra special by doodling along the border. You could also create a drawing on the paper first, and then write your letter around it. Don't worry about your drawing being perfect. Just create something you think will impress your love.
- If you're not good at drawing, try gluing flower petals, photos of you and your love, or keepsake scraps, such as old movie tickets or handwritten notes, to the letter.
[Edit]Write their first name in the greeting so it's personal.[3] - Your letter is personal, so refer to the person you love by name. Use a simple salutation, such as "Dear," "For," and "To." Then, include their name or preferred nickname.
- You might write, "Dear Alexander," "For Alex," or "To A."
[Edit]Include a term of endearment in the greeting for added romance.[4] - Show your personal connection to the recipient by calling them a special name. Be as mushy as your partner likes. Use a pet nickname you already call them for an easy option. Alternatively, try a flowery term of endearment to create a romantic love letter vibe.
- You might use a greeting like, "Dear Beloved," "To my heart," "Oh, my darling," or "Mi Amor."
[Edit]Tailor your letter to fit the recipient's personality.[5] - Consider what your recipient likes and enjoys when you're crafting your letter. For instance, decide if they like things that are more sentimental or more humorous. Write your letter with them in mind so it feels more personal to them.
- Let's say your love is very sentimental. You might focus on memories with them and take a serious tone. You could write things like, "As I watched you on the beach yesterday, all I could think about is how lucky I am. You've changed my life for the better, and I'll be forever grateful."
- If your love is more lighthearted and funny, you might try a fun, upbeat tone and recount funny moments together or inside jokes. You could write, "I still remember that time we ate pizza off the floor because we were too lazy to make another one. You compl-eat me."
[Edit]Explain why you're writing the letter for an easy opening.[6] - Writing those first few lines is hard, so don't sweat it if you're having trouble. One easy way to begin your letter is to give a reason why you're writing it. In a sentence or 2, tell your recipient what made you decide to write a love letter today.
- Say, "I've been thinking about you a lot today, and I wanted to tell you how I feel," "Ever since the night we first met, I just can't stop thinking about you," or "I know you're the one for me, and it's time I told you that."
[Edit]Recount a memory if you've been with the person for a while.[7] - Instead of telling a long-term partner why you're writing them, you might just describe a special memory you had with them. It might be the first time you met, the moment you knew you were in love, or a time you felt really close to them. Summarize your memory in 2-3 sentences to start off your letter.
- You could write something like, "On the night of our first anniversary, you surprised me with a candlelit dinner you made yourself. Enjoying your handmade meal made me feel more loved than any fancy restaurant ever could. In that moment, I knew no one ever loved me like you do."
[Edit]Start with a quote if you're struggling with what to write.[8] - Expressing how you feel is super hard, so don't worry if you can't think of anything to say. Once you start writing, it'll likely be easier to share your feelings. To get your letter going, try using a quote about love that makes you think of your partner. Here are some great options you might consider using:
- "I fell in love the way you fall asleep: slowly, and then all at once." - John Green
- "One word frees us of all the weight and pain of life: That word is love." - Sophocles
- "When you love someone, you love the whole person, just as he or she is, and not as you would like them to be." - Leo Tolstoy
- "You can't blame gravity for falling in love." - Albert Einstein
- "Love is composed of a single soul inhabiting two bodies." - Aristotle
[Edit]Give specific details so your love letter is more meaningful.[9] - Don't just list vague adjectives to describe your loved one or general things that could apply to anyone. Provide details and specific moments so your letter is more personal. This will make your recipient feel extra special.
- For instance, you might be tempted to write things like, "You're amazing, smart, beautiful, and fun to be around." These things are nice, but they're pretty generic. Instead, you could write, "I've never met someone who can bake as well as you do," "You tell the wittiest jokes," or "I could stare into your eyes all day."
- Similarly, don't just say, "I like spending time with you." Instead, say, "Whether we're hiking trails, listening to new music, or crashing in front of the TV, every moment with you is exciting."
[Edit]Stay positive so the person feels loved and appreciated.[10] - Make your love feel extra special by telling them all the wonderful things you love about them. This isn't the time to point out your problems or discuss how you want your relationship to improve in the future. Stick to happy, positive memories and anecdotes so your recipient feels loved.
- Write things like, "Every day with you is a gift," "On the day I met you, I knew I'd fall hard for you," or "I'm amazed by your smile, your laugh, and your pure heart."
- Leave out stuff like, "I know we have our problems," "One day we'll be the couple we want to be," or "I might get annoyed with you sometimes, but I know deep down you're the right person for me."
[Edit]Try expressing your feelings in a love poem.[11] - A love poem can make anyone swoon! Let your feelings inspire you, write about an experience you had with your partner or crush, or compare your love to something special. Don't worry about format or rhyming. Just write what comes from your heart.
- For instance, you might write about your first date or how your heart beats faster when they're around. Similarly, you might compare them to something like a cleansing rain that made you feel anew, sunlight that helped you blossom, or arms that lifted you up.
[Edit]Fold your letter into a unique shape for a creative delivery.[12] - It's okay to use a regular envelope, but why not try something unique? Turn your letter into its own envelope. As another option, try a cute origami fold to really impress your love. This will make your letter feel extra special to the recipient.
- For instance, you might fold your letter into a paper heart.
- You could also try delivering the letter as a message in a bottle for a unique delivery.
- Look at famous love letters for inspiration. You can find love letters written by famous writers or historical figures online. Check out how they expressed their love!
- Consider writing a first draft on scrap paper. You might want to review and revise your letter before you give it to your love.
- Take your time. Set apart time in your day to reflect on what you want to write and really focus on the task.
- Be patient. If the right words don't come along right away, don't worry over it! In time, your feelings will always come through in your writing if you keep trying at it.
- Be yourself! Keep what you write as personal and original as possible.
[Edit]Warnings - Don't be creepy. If the person you are sending the letter to has told you they are not interested, don't pester any further!
- It may not work! Even though you may have given your letter all your heart, sometimes people just don't feel the same way. There will be someone else out there for you who will appreciate you for who you are! Try not to dwell on what you could have said better because it could very well be that even though you wrote something wonderfully, it just wasn't meant to be for that person.
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