Adhesives are most common with frameless mirrors, mostly because there is nothing else to put a bracket or screw into. If your mirror has a frame, you're probably better off using hangers or other tools. Frameless mirrors are most commonly used in bathrooms. Make sure you get adhesives specially made for hanging mirrors. It will need to stick to both the mirror glass and your wall. Plus, because frameless mirrors are normally in placed in bathrooms, your glue will also need to withstand the more humid environment. A ruler or tape measure should do. This will be important when you think about where the mirror needs to go. It should lay flat against the wall, so there needs to be plenty of space. There cannot be anything between your mirror and the wall if you are using adhesives. Use the measurements you got before and trace where you think the mirror would look best to make sure it will fit there. You can lightly mark the wall in pencil to see where it will go. You can also use those pencil marks and a level to make sure your mirror will be straight. Once your glue dries, you won't be able to readjust the mirror without damaging your walls (and possibly the mirror), so your measurements need to be exact. You only get one shot at this. Follow the instructions on your glue to make sure you use the proper amount, and put it in the right places on either the back of the mirror or the wall. You should only need to apply it to one surface, not both, but check the instructions to be sure. Hold in place according to the instructions on the adhesive so that it dries. It will probably be quickly, but you don't want to let go until the glue is set. Depending on the size of your mirror, you may want another person to help. Now that it is in place, polish or wipe down the mirror so your surface is clean and reflective. Enjoy its new place on your wall.
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One-sentence summary -- Get a frameless mirror. Purchase the glue. Measure your mirror. Mark the wall where you want your mirror to go. Apply adhesive. Push the mirror on to the wall. Clean off your mirror.


There are a number of general and trade-specific books on reading blueprints, some of which are published by hardware and tool-manufacturing companies and others by government agencies, such as the United States Army. These books are available in hard-copy and e-book formats.  If you're interested primarily in architectural drawings, be sure to specify that in your searches. It's also possible to find blueprint lessons for maritime, civil, and engineering work in addition to many other fields. Videos are available in DVD format and as streaming Internet video.  Many of the video tutorials available on popular viral streaming sites are uploaded by people with practical experience in construction and architecture. However some are presented by amateurs. Be sure to use discretion in self-learning online. Compare what you've learned to more formal academic sources that are also online. Youtube learning is a good place to start in your self-education because they can provide a more basic and grounding understanding, before you move into denser, more complex academic sources. Blueprinting-reading classes are available at local trade schools and community colleges, as well as online.  Universities teach many of the classes available online, but you can also learn from less expensive, specialized companies that only teach blueprint reading. Consider your budget when deciding which is right for you. Although learning online is convenient, you will definitely benefit from going to a community college, trade school, or University class. With an experienced teacher you can ask questions, bring in your work for review and receive consultation. In addition to providing access to classes and instructional videos, the Internet also offers a number of Web sites with information on reading blueprints. Although you won't receive any formal certification, all the resources you need to learn complex blueprint reading is available online.  Read papers published by universities and experienced specialists so you can understand the language of architecture, and to make sure you're getting correct information. Balance this by reading and watching the materials produced by people who've experimented and self-taught. Be aware that they could potentially be presenting incorrect information, but also learn from their mistakes and experiences.
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One-sentence summary -- Read books about blueprints. Watch instructional videos. Take classes in reading blueprints. Learn to read blueprints online.


Put your goals and your reasons for working towards them on paper. A biology student might find it easy to become tired and discouraged in her studies. Remembering why she is in school – because she wants to develop life-saving drugs or be a teacher like the one who first inspired her – is a powerful motivator. Tape your goals to the wall of your office, to your computer, or to your bedroom or bathroom mirror. Keep them in a place where you’ll be frequently reminded of them. This will keep focused and stay on track. Having a large and specific goal can motivate you more than a series of smaller goals. At the same time, however, your central ambition might sometimes seem far away or like an impossibly huge task. Don’t let yourself be overwhelmed. This sort of thinking is known to kill motivation and lead people to abandon projects. Move the goalposts when you feel this way. If you are writing a novel, for example, put the big picture to the side for a while and work on the current chapter or on revising 20 pages per day. Focusing on small, concrete tasks will move you ahead incrementally and help you finish what you have started. Chronic procrastinators sometimes need more concrete incentives. Set performance standards and reward yourself. The deals can be small or large. Treat yourself to a short break once you have finished some work. Did you ace your year-end exams? That calls for a bigger reward: take a weekend off to celebrate with your friends. Try to use inducements that will motivate you to follow through. Stop and think: what is absolute best that can happen if you go through with your plans? What is the absolute worst? If you are really committed to a goal, remind yourself of how much you potentially stand to gain by following through or how much you potentially stand to lose by failing. Weight the two. What can you expect from applying for jobs in your dream field of architecture? What is the worst that can happen if it doesn’t pan out? Most times the worst-case scenario boils down to fear – fear of failure, fear of rejection, or fear of regret – while the upside promises very tangible benefits.
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One-sentence summary -- Write down your goals. Move the goalposts. Make a deal with yourself. Consider the best-case and worst-case scenarios.


Paint on a clear topcoat to seal your nails and smooth out your nail surface. You may consider adding two thin coats of your top coat, only because the glitter can make the surface of your nail quite bumpy. You want all the glitter to be covered, so the glitter doesn’t get caught on any clothing or scratches your skin.
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Add a clear topcoat.