A large room can have several functions, such as cooking and eating, or watching television and entertaining guests. Figure out what the room is used for, or what you would like it to be used for, so you can divide it into separate spaces for each purpose. If the furniture is currently pushed back around the edges of the room, trying pulling it inward, creating a walkway around the room. This often looks more aesthetically pleasing, and can help you conceptualize the room as multiple sections, instead of one large space. If you have a rectangular room that you want to divide, think about which divisions look best. A room, or a sub-section of a room, tends to be most pleasing when its width is between 1/2 and 2/3 of the length. If that is not feasible, try to divide the room into squares. A space with equal proportions is usually better received than a space in which the width and length are highly uneven, or almost equal but noticeably "off." If ceiling beams are present, you could divide the room along the length of a beam for a more natural appearance. Permanent features on the wall, such as a set of French doors or a fireplace, can become the central focus of a sub-section after you divide the room. If you have large living room furniture, it may look out of place once your living room has shrunk to make room for a dining space. If you don't want to replace your furniture, consider one of the less "permanent" dividers in the next section, so light and air still gives the impression of a larger room. Provide three feet (0.9m) of space wherever people will be walking, or more if the house is used by energetic children, larger people, or people with walkers or wheelchairs. If your new division does not allow for easy access to each part of the room, you may need to remove one or more items of furniture, or replace them with smaller pieces.

Summary: Identify zones within the room. Bring furniture in from the edges. Try to divide a room into pleasing ratios. Consider existing aesthetic divisions. Think about how your furniture would look in a smaller space. Plan out your walkways.


If you feel you don't know where to begin revising, go through your previous work and text books about the subject. Skim through them and look for the areas in which you would feel least happy about popping up in your exam. Take note of these because those are the ones you should revise for first! Then you can download the syllabi from their websites to revise from. You will only end up going on Facebook or Youtube. If there are websites you want to revise from, print off the pages you need. Do not work in a busy environment, this will distract you and you won't concentrate on the page you are reading. Study groups are a dangerous area; only form one of these if you are sure you won't end up chatting about the weekend gossip, however they can be very helpful if you don't understand an answer to something. Ask a friend about something you don't understand, as they may be able to explain it to you in a way you do understand. Work in a clear space, believe it or not, this helps you relax. In a cluttered space with unnecessary items everywhere, it's easy to feel cramped and unable to work, so clean your area before you settle down to work. It is best to do this by e-mail.  Organize a study group if you can handle it..or just ask one friend who is in the same boat as you, that's what friends are for.

Summary: Start at the beginning. Find out the exam boards of the subjects you are taking. Don't work anywhere near your computer if possible. Contact your teacher.


If you’ve just signed up for a plan, and are struck with instant buyer’s remorse, don’t wait to take action. You probably have a grace period (usually 14 days) within which you can cancel the agreement. Check your contract immediately, or call the carrier to find out the exact timeframe for cancellation. Determine if there’s a particular method that you have to use to take advantage of the grace period cancellation provision. See if merely speaking with a customer service representative is enough, or if you have to submit a request in writing. Assuming you haven’t bought your phone outright from the carrier, obviously they’re going to want it back. Again, find out how the carrier wants that done, and act accordingly. Also, don’t be surprised if you’re assessed a restocking fee of about $35.

Summary: Find out if there’s a grace period. Follow the proper procedure for cancelling. Return the phone.


Mix two to three tablespoons (15 to 45 ml) of a mild soap or detergent into the water. Mix the water and soap together until they are well-combined.  Alternatively, you can purchase a specially formulated limestone cleaner from your local hardware store to clean your limestone fireplace. Do not use soap that contains ammonia, vinegar, bleach, acids and other harsh chemicals commonly found in household cleaners to clean your limestone. Squeeze out any excess water. Starting from the top, begin to wipe down your fireplace. Cover the whole surface with the solution. Then let the solution set for one to two minutes. Alternatively, you can use a soft sponge, like the sponges used to wash cars, to clean the limestone. After the solution has finished setting, dip your cloth in the solution and wipe down your fireplace again. Use more pressure this time to remove visible dirt and debris. You may use a very soft bristle brush or toothbrush to remove stubborn dirt, as well as dirt from small crevices. Pour the soap solution out and refill the bucket with clean water. Dip a clean microfiber cloth into the water, and squeeze out any excess water. Then wipe your fireplace from the top down until all the soap, dirt, and debris are removed. Make sure to rewet your cloth in between wipes for a thorough clean. Or use a dry, microfiber cloth to dry your fireplace. Wipe your fireplace down with the clean cloth until it is completely dry.
Summary: Fill a bucket with warm water. Dip a microfiber cloth into the water. Wipe down your fireplace. Rinse with water. Let the limestone air dry.