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There are two good options for managing periods as you backpack: the menstrual cup, and tampons and/or pads. Some even bring a menstrual cup plus a few tampons and pads or panty liners for good measure.
Generally speaking, a 12-foot-by-12-foot shed will suit a large yard, while an 8-foot-by-10-foot one is better for a medium-size yard. In selecting...
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If you're getting a shed without a built-in floor you're going to need a concrete pad. The walls of your shed will actually get anchored to the...
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This is a flexible silicone or rubber cup you insert to catch menstrual blood. Many companies make them. You buy one and reuse it, often for years. Brands may have different sizes based on your age, flow amount or childbirth history. Once you insert the cup—it’s a different process from inserting a tampon so read the manufacturer’s instructions—you can keep it in for up to 12 hours. Then you remove it (again, follow instructions) and empty the contents into your “cat hole” (the hole you dig for bathroom use during a backpacking trip). After you empty out the cup, rinse it with clean water if possible, or wipe it out with tissue, and reinsert it. You can do this as often as you need to. Some people even pee on the cup to rinse it while on the trail, then wash it in camp. You may prefer to use the cup only at night or only during the day. Typically a cup can be boiled for a thorough cleaning. Most come with a small drawstring storage bag made of breathable cotton.
What are flush hinges? Flush hinges are usually hinges concealed within the inside of furniture or cabinets with opening doors. In accordance with...
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The high loop method is not as reliable as an air gap, but it can help to prevent contaminated water from being drawn back into the dishwasher....
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The best concrete thickness for a shed tends to be 4 inches which is the standard size used for most residential concrete patios, walkways and...
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If rain water was allowed to sit on the roof it would eventually leak through. Therefore these barns needed to have a very high pitched roof so...
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We recommend always pre-drilling holes before installing your anchors. This will ensure that your anchor goes smoothly into your drywall. When pre-...
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Closed-cell spray foam is the best option for insulating your metal shed. It offers excellent R-value per inch, as it can achieve R-18 with little...
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