Fitness At JD Harris

Fitness At JD Harris

Achieve your fitness goals with JD Harris' 'Fitness' range.

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Dr Archy - Plantar Fasciitis This ligament is meant to be soft and elastic and not have any painful points if you massage your knuckles along it. However most people's are not. Plantar Fasciitis is the condition caused when the plantar fascia ligament becomes inflamed. RRP £24.95 Our Price £18.95

Evolution Chair The Evolution Chair™ is a new type of pilates chair, back chair or posture chair suitable for anyone who sits for extended periods of time. With the Evolution chair you develop good posture and core strength - the best insurance against back injury. RRP £139.99 Our Price £99.95

Globus Duo Pro EMS There are basically two manufacturers who know how to make Electro-Muscle Stimulating (EMS) units. One is a German company, the other is an Italian company called Globus. Other companies who claim to be able to make effective units have technology which is not as advanced (even if their advertising is more advanced) RRP £135.00 Our Price £119.00S

Globus Physio Plate MY GOLD Globus is one of the top manufacturers of vibration plates and this model was originally designed for athletes. The Globus Physio Plate MY GOLD enhances sports performance by strengthening muscles and increasing elasticity and flexibility. It is used in rehabilitation centers and professional facilities for increasing co ordination and joint mobility. And it is used to treat osteoporosis, due to its ability to increase bone density. Techcomplex.co.uk has all the latest technical information and discounts. Anyone wishing to save on fitness equipment Visits this website! RRP £8,899.99 Our Price £7,489.00

Globus Premium 200 EMS The Premium 200 is our best-selling Electro-Muscle Stimulator (EMS) for serious athletes. More videos down the bottom of this page by the way... It is suitable for any athlete in any discipline and is a favourite with Triathletes. It is comparable to the Compex Mi Sport but costs about two thirds the price. RRP £399.99 Our Price £348.99

PainSolv MKV Model The PainSolv emits a Pulsed Electro-Magnetic Field (PEMF) which literally stimulates damaged cells, boosts blood supply and reduces pain by stimulating your body’s own natural healing process. RRP £179.95 Our Price £149.95

Qfiber WRIST Heat Wrap If you are looking at this page you will probably already have read about how the QFiber delivers safe Infrared heat therapy in your car, home, office, computer (USB), or on the move with a lightweight battery pack. Qfiber WRIST heat wrap is used by individuals for soothing relief from pain, muscle tension and stress in the smaller parts of your body like the wrist and ankle. RRP £59.95 Our Price £44.99

Pinhole Glasses Pinhole glasses which are like sunglasses but with a grid of tiny holes exercise the focusing muscles of your eyes and also help reduce heart-rate, headaches and tension. RRP £24.99 Our Price £10.95

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Laying Patio Tile

NOTE: For this example, we enlisted the help on a tile expert to arrange the pattern of our tile. This may not be necessary for you. We are using durable manmade ceramic tile in sizes 12"x12", 6"x12", and 6"x6". We are also randomly spacing decorative tiles throughout the pattern.We recommend before buying the tiles, you search for a discount code or an AX Paris Discount code for savings on the latest fashions at the great code website Vidcode.co.uk. Preparation Once you have selected the tile (and pattern if applicable), lay out a partial amount of tile on your surface. This will make sure the spacing is proper, arrange your pattern to your liking, and see approximately how many tiles you will need to cut. Materials Tile Tile spacers Thin Set Spreader Grout Wet Tile Cutter (can be rented) Buckets for mixing Square Step-by-Step After you have your plan in mind, remove the tiles from the surface. Prepare a batch of Thin Set according to the manufacturer's instructions on the bag. Thin Set is an adhesive that will bond the tile to the concrete surface. The mixture should be about the same consistency as cookie dough. Spread out the Thin Set is small areas, one section at a time. Begin laying the border near the wall. Once you have laid out the first corner, use a square to make sure the lines are straight before laying any more tile. As you place your tile, use spacers between the tile apart for even spacing. These will get pulled out before the grout is set down. Work your way to the edge of the patio. This is when you may need a wet saw to cut some pieces of tile. Leave about 1/2" of space off the edge of your patio for the bull nose tile which you will cut and lay later. Laying the bull nose takes a sharp eye and a steady hand. When you have reached the edge of your patio, you may need to adjust your pattern to fit the remaining space. Once all the tile is laid and let set overnight, it's time to grout. Remove all the spacers. Mix the grout according to the manufacturer's instructions - should be about the consistency of pancake batter. Spread out the grout all over the tile. It will be messy, put that is not a concern. Make sure you fill in every gap. When you are done spreading the grout, go over the entire patio several times with a sponge and washcloth until the tiles are clean. After letting the grout set up overnight, your patio is beautiful and ready to use.

Installing a Medicine Cabinet

NOTE: This is an example of installing a medicine cabinet with a 2" or more lip.

Preparation
Using a stud finder, locate two studs far enough apart that a cabinet will fit into. Our cabinet is 13 ¼" wide (do not measure of overhanging  lip, just the part this is going to be inserted into the wall.) Find a space on the wall that you want to install the cabinet that is at least the width of your cabinet, but remember to check for any valid truecodes discount code before you begin.

• Materials
• Stud finder
• Keyhole saw
• Tape measure
• Hammer
• Drill
• Level
• Nails and wood screws

Step-by-Step

1. After you have located the studs, punch a small hole in the wall with a keyhole saw and save yourself some cash when you purchase it with a discount code from the website True Codes. You are looking for wires that might be in the way. If there are no obstructions, cut the hole big enough to insert your hand to feel around.
2. Cut the drywall over to one of the studs and find the edge.
3. With a piece of cardboard, make a template of the medicine cabinet. You are going to use this as a guide to cut the whole in the drywall. Take a break and enjoy a personal blend coffee gift made from fresh roasted beans at customcoffeegifts.co.uk!
4. Place the template on the wall and mark where you are going to cut. Check it with a level before you draw the lines.
5. Cut out the marked area with the keyhole saw.
6. TIP: If one of the studs is a bit further that the width of the cabinet, cut a spare piece of stud (a 2"x4") and nail it into the exist stud. You are looking for a snug fit when you insert the cabinet into the wall.
7. Place the cabinet into the opening and check if it's level. Make any adjustments now if you need to.
8. The cabinet should be marked where the screws are to go. Using a drill, insert the screws in at an angle into the stud. (You want to make sure that you miss the wallboard with the screw and hit the stud, which will support a lot more weight.)
9. Set the level on it one more time.
10. After the screws are in, add the shelves.
11. Now you can save some serious counter space and benefit by using the current Wonga Promo Code from Truecodes.co.uk!

Electric Mirror Defogger

Don’t you just hate it when you’re trying to shave or put your makeup on and the bathroom mirror is too fogged up for you to see? Well we’ve got a solution that’s inexpensive and easy to install. It’s called the Electric Mirror Defogger! With this product, which fits behind your mirror, you won’t have to put up with a fogged mirror  anymore.

TOOLS Wire stripper   Drywall saw   Screwdriver

MATERIALS   Electric Mirror (available at home centers) Electric wiring (12 gauge cut to length)   Cut out electrical box   Wire nuts   Marker/pencil

installation

• Remove the mirror from the wall.
• Find the center point in the wall (usually directly down from the light fixture over the sink)  making sure to allow enough height on the wall so the Electric mirror will be installed at eye level for the tallest person in the house.
• Use a pencil or marker to mark the wall. Then take the cut out box, placing the top of the box at your mark. Then trace around the cut out box. Next take the drywall saw and cut the hole for your cut out box. This will hold the wiring that will run from the light fixture to the Electric Mirror.
• Insert the box into the hole. Make sure it fits. We’ll install this a little later.

Now it’s time for wiring.

• ALWAYS turn off power to whatever circuit you’re working on to prevent electrocution BEFORE you start your project.
• Take your electric wiring and do a rough measure from the light fixture to the cut out box, cutting off more than an inch or two of excess wire. Take the wire stripper tool, and strip the wire. Basically you’re just taking about ¾ of an inch of insulation off the end of the wire. Strip the black and white wires. Remove the wire nuts from the light fixture to expose those wires. You want to marry the new wires for the Electric Mirror with the existing wires of the light fixture.
• To do this, take the black wire of the light fixture and the black wire of the Electric Mirror,  twist them together and screw them together with a wire nut. Do the same thing with the white wires, twist them together and use a wire nut to hold them together.
• In the box that holds the light fixture is a an opening called a knockout. Use a screw driver to punch out that knockout so you can run the wires through it down through the wall.
• Push the wires down until you can see them through the hole you cut earlier for the cut out box. Use the knockout on top of the cut out box and then pull the wires into the box. You’re ready to attach the cut out box to the wall. Slip it in place, and using a screw driver start turning the screws on top and then the bottom. When these screws are tightened, little flanges on the box pop up and as the screws are turned down tight these flanges secure the box to the drywall.
• Wire the Electric Mirror the same way you did at the light fixture, put the black wires together and the white wires together and fasten each pair together with wire nuts for a good connection.
• The Electric Mirror is ready to be put on the wall and that’s the simplest part of the project because it’s peel and stick. Just center the Electric Mirror on the wall, and peel off the backing and press down the adhesive strips to attach it to the wall. The thin defogger fits unnoticeably behind the mirror.

Reinstall your bathroom mirror, turn on the power, and with the flick of a switch the heater gently warms the mirror and thereby prevents condensation. The Electric Mirror costs about $175 and comes with a 10-year warranty.

Laying Bathroom Tile

Step by Step for Laying Bathroom Tile

TOOLS Hammer Pry bar Carton knife Cutoff saw Wet saw or tile snips for smaller jobs Grout saw Mixing bucket Notched trowel Sponges Shop Vac Rubber trowel Drill w/mix bit

MATERIALS Tiles Thin Set Grout Chalk line

Start by removing the carpet and carpet strips. Use a cutoff saw to make room for the tile to slip under the doorjambs. Place a portion of the tile pattern starting at the doorway to establish a center line and then strike a chalk line accordingly. Cut the tile with a wet saw or tile snips for smaller jobs as needed. Work your way up one side of the room and down the other. Allow 1/8” for grout lines, spacers can be used for uniformity. Mix the thinset using a electric drill with a mixing bit. Mix small amounts at a time, adding water slowly to maintain the right consistency, you don’t want it runny. Keep the drill at a slow speed to avoid creating air pockets in the thinset, and be ready to go to work as the thinset dries quickly. Mix enough to lay down a dozen or so tiles at once, using a notch trowel to apply the thinset to the floor.

When the tile is all in place and somewhat dry, use a grout saw to scrape the excess thinset out of the joints where the grout will go. A shop vac will clean most of this up, but use a wet sponge to really get the surface clean. Once dry, begin applying the grout with a rubber trowel. Grout is available in a variety of colors and mixes easily with water. Again, mix slowly to avoid too wet a mix. Just slop it on the tile surface working it into the grout lines and don’t worry about the excess grout, it’ll clean up easily with a sponge as long as it’s still wet, so do small areas at a time. One more sponge cleaning will be required to get up the film once it’s dried completely. It’s recommended to apply a grout sealer after about 48 hours or so to help avoid any staining problems that occur during normal use.

Toilet Replacement

PREPARATION: Shut off the water by turning the valve behind the toilet. Then flush the toilet to remove as much water as possible from the tank and bowl.

TOOLS
Adjustable crescent wrench

Putty knife


MATERIALS
Toilet

Wax seal ring

Rags

Plastic grocery bags

Wet vacuum cleaner

REMOVING THE OLD TOILET
Use the crescent wrench to loosen the bolt attaching the hose to the water valve and remove the hose. Next, use the wet-vac to remove the remaining water from the tank and bowl of the old toilet. Remove the bolt covers from the base of the toilet and use the wrench to remove the nuts from the bolts attaching the toilet to the floor.

Once the nuts are removed, you can now lift the old toilet out of place.

TIP: Before you remove the old toilet, take some newspapers and paper towels and put them on the floor. When you remove the old toilet, place it on the newspapers and paper towels to protect your floor or carpet from the dirt and old wax ring on the bottom of the old toilet.

PREPARING THE AREA
Now that the old toilet is removed, take the rags and stuff them into the plastic grocery bags. Then take the bag and put it firmly inside the drain. This will keep any sewer gases from coming up from the drain into your bathroom where you’re working. And the great thing about using plastic grocery bags AND rags is that when you’re done with the next step, you can remove the bags by their handles and keep your hands from getting dirty.

Once the drain is stopped up, take a putty knife and scrape away the remnants of the old wax seal on the floor where the old toilet used to sit.

INSTALLING THE NEW TOILET

First, take the plastic bag out of the drain.
Take the wax seal ring, which looks like a doughnut, and place it over the drain.
Lift the toilet into place over the floor bolts and place it on top of the wax seal.
The weight of the toilet will flatten the wax ring and give your toilet a good seal.
Then reattach the nuts to the floor bolts to hold the toilet firmly in place.
Using the crescent wrench, reattach the water line to the valve on the wall behind the toilet.
Simply turn on the water, flush the toilet, and you’ve upgraded your bathroom in about an hour.
ABOUT STERLING TOILETS

The Sterling Windham Low Consumption Toilet is a high quality plumbing fixture. The Sterling toilet is made of the finest Grade “A” vitreous china. Durable glasslike surface is non-absorbent for easy thorough cleaning. Scratch and chemical resistant surface ensures the gloss and colors will not fade.

The unit meets strict water conservation standards using only 1.6 gallons of water per flush, reducing waste water by up to 60%. The Sterling toilet features a three bolt, quick connect system. Three brass mounting bolts with factory installed tank gasket make it easy to level and secure the tank.

The Sterling toilet comes with a chrome trip lever kit, a bolt cap kit, a tank accessory pack, a float valve kit and a flush valve kit. Sterling’s low consumption toilets have a five-year limited guarantee from the date of sale to be free of manufacturing defects that prevent one-flush cleansing of the bowl per ASME performance requirements when installed and operated per instructions packed with the product. The Sterling toilets range in price from $116 to $216 per unit.

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Clogged Drain

A drain clog can turn a simple flush into an unwanted flood. All homeowners have to deal with clogs of many types. Whether a clog is in the toilet, bathtub, or sink, there are preventive measures for maintenance, and there are many things a homeowner can do to deal with a clog without ever having to call a plumber. The clog isn't the only problem, there's also the mess left behind from the overflow you have to clean up.

TOOLS Plunger, Plumber’s suction cup, or “Plumber’s friend” Augers: small, medium, and large (AKA: snake) High pressure water jet (Alt: drain blaster)

MATERIALS Chemical drain cleaners (liquids and powders)

CLOGGED SINKS

1. For prevention a liquid or powdered drain cleaner is recommended. Follow all instructions and safety precautions on the label.
2. For a slow drain, chemicals will also be useful. Even a slight flow will allow the chemicals to penetrate and dispose of the clog.
3. For a standing clog (No drainage) use a plunger. At least 1 inch of standing water must be present for plunger to work. Any overflow or vent must be covered to allow plunger to work properly.
4. Depress plunger to blow all air out. Air will compress, water will not.
5. Repeatedly drive the plunger up and down a dozen times using forceful thrusts.
6. Check for drainage. If there is no drainage repeat the steps.
7. If there is still no drainage remove the “trap” (U-shaped pipe under sink). Be sure to place a bucket under the trap, as all standing water is likely to drain out.
8. To remove the trap, turn the large slip nuts at each end. A large wrench may be needed to do this.
9. Inspect the trap for blockage and remove any.
10. If the trap is not blocked, it may be necessary to run a snake into the drain line that goes into the wall.
11. Simply feed the snake, constantly turning it to round corners, until the clog is met and dealt with.
12. A high-pressure water jet that can be attached to a garden hose can also be used instead of the snake. Insert the body of the device into the drain line. Turn on the water. There will be a rushing of water once the clogged is removed.

CLOGGED BATHTUBS

1. Preventive maintenance can include chemical drain cleaners. Use as directed on the label.
2. Slow drains can also benefit from the chemical drain cleaners.
3. Standing water can be dealt with by removing the overflow plate and pulling out the mechanism that operates the drain plug. There is usually a brass or plastic cylinder on the end of these. There may be a large build-up of hair and other debris on the cylinder causing the clog.
4. If there is still standing water a plunger, snake or water jet can be used in the same manner as described above.
5. Be sure to seal the overflow (when plunging) or the drain (when using the water jet) to create a seal to allow the needed pressure to build up.

CLOGGED TOILETS

1. Preventive maintenance can be accomplished with drain cleaner chemicals as well as copper sulfate (drain root killer) and rock salt (a more environmentally friendly version of copper sulfate).
2. A plunger will push most clogs through the serpentine toilet “trap”. 15-20 forceful thrust should deal with the problem.
3. A “Closet Auger” (toilet snake) can take care of the more difficult clogs.
4. Be sure to use great care to not scratch the porcelain in the toilet. Such scratches are irreparable.
5. There is almost no clog (within the toilet) that can withstand the closet auger. If no results are achieved, the problem is further down the line.

CLEANOUT

1. The last effort to make is the cleanout. It will be located on the side of the house or in the basement. It is a 3 or 4-inch round pipe-opening, sealed with a screw-in cover.
2. Use a wrench to remove the cover.
3. Insert a large auger (snake), constantly turning it to round any corners. A large snake will reach all the way to your municipal sewer line and will deal with any clog that is the homeowner’s responsibility. If the drains are still clogged consult your neighbors to see if they are experiencing similar difficulties, then call local sewer authorities.

Black and Decker 24v Cordless Tools Review

The summer is upon us and once again, it’s time to tame mother nature. The grass is growing and the hedges are getting larger every day. What better time to try out Black and Decker’s wireless 24v tools?

We’ll be reviewing two tools: the 24V Cordless Grass Trimmer (NST1024) and the 24V Cordless 24” Hedge Trimmer (NHT524).

Edger/Trimmer

The Edger is one of those tools I don’t use often. The reason is simple: my mower is cordless and my edger is corded, so by the time I’m done with the mower, I usually skip the edging part because I hate untangling the inevitable knots in the power cord. Cordless edgers have been around for a few years, but I never got around trying one. A few weeks ago, Black and Decker asked me to try one out.

The Black and Decker NST1024 Cordless Grass Trimmer is well built. It feels more solid than my 5 year old corded trimmer, also a Black and Decker. It’s extensible, which my old one wasn’t, so it’s much more comfortable to use than the “one size fits all” models.

The tool is powered by a 24v NiCd battery pack. It has two speeds, what B&D calls «Power Command». For the purpose of trimming all the grass edges on my property, the low power setting was powerful enough, but if you have some dense, tall weeds, you’ll appreciate the more powerful, which delivers the same kick you’d get with a corded unit. The battery life is good. Unless you have a huge property, it will be more than enough.

 

Feeding more wire is done in the usual fashion, by bumping the unit on the ground, which unlocks the distributor and allows it to unspool a length of wire. Nothing more to say about that, it’s as standard as you get.

In terms of weight, it’s quite light. About the same as my old trimmer. The trimmer’s light weight and its extensible neck and the adjustable handle all contribute to making it an ergonomic, usable tool. Add to that the fact that it’s cordless and I don’t have any more excuses not to trim the edges every time I mow the lawn.

 

Hedge Trimmer

The B&D Hedge trimmer is fun to use: once you go cordless, there’s no going back. The whole unit is light and maneuverable. It’s long 24” blade gives it enough reach to tackle most jobs on my property without needing a ladder. The mechanism moves both parts of the blade in opposite directions simultaneously, which means that the movements cancel each other out and that means that the vibrations usually associated with hedge trimmers are absent. That really helps when you’re working at arm’s length.

About 10 minutes after starting to use it, I noticed a slight drop in power. I noticed from the sound of the motor, not from the unit’s performance. The hedger had no problem chewing through branches as big as what can fit between its teeth, as long as you cut the branch progressively. From a standing start, the engine stalls on larger branches. A mild annoyance, but a small price to pay considering you don’t need to worry about cutting a power cord.

Battery and Charger

Both units use the same battery pack: a 24v NiCd pack. Both units also include a basic battery charger which charges the battery in 9 to 11 hours. The battery isn’t fully charged and it’s recommended that it be recharged for 11 hours before using it for the first time so bear that in mind when you get back from the store.

Black & Decker makes a Fast Charger (BDFC240) which recharges a 24v battery in 2 hours. It’s a shame that B&D makes you buy the “good” charger instead of just supplying a proper one to begin with. It’s not like the electronics in the Fast charger cost significantly more than those in the included charger. But, then again, unless you have a ridiculously large yard, you’ll be able to do all your trimming and edging on a single battery charge, so the 10 hour charge time won’t be a real problem most of the time — unless you forget to charge it ahead of time, like I sometimes forget to do with my cordless lawnmower.

The batteries are Nickel Cadmium, which isn’t by any stretch the latest technology, but then again NiCd batteries are relatively cheap and tolerate more abuse than NiMH. B&D decided to keep the costs low, which is fine by me.

One note about the NiCd batteries. They contain Cadmium, which is toxic, and should be disposed of at a recycling facility. Don’t know where your local recycling center is? Call 1-800-8-BATTERY

Verdict

While not perfect, the B&D 24v cordless tools have a huge advantage: they are cordless. That means that you will actually use them. Just for that, I can safely recommend them.

They’re also priced well. One caveat: in Canada, the 24v tools are really hard to find (all the stores I usually go to only had the 18v tools) and they are priced roughly 50% more than in the USA. That’s ridiculous considering the current exchange rate. B&D has some adjusting to do before they lure Canadian customers into buying into this new product line.

The B&D Trimmer/Edger and Hedge Trimmer are a good value (in the USA) and get the job done. The battery life might be a bit short if you have a huge property, but for most people, it’ll be enough. If, like me, you have two devices, you have two batteries, so that solves the problem!

Pros:

• Cordless
• Relatively light
• Good balance of battery life and power

Cons:

• Slooooow charger
• Canadian pricing is a unfair

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iPhone-Inspired Kitchen Computer

Ryan from New-Zealand send us a nice writeup about his custom-made kitchen computer that apparently made his wife real happy.

Check it out.

Usual disclaimer: Please remember that as with any project involving mains power, make sure you know what you’re doing and  do it safely, or don’t. Also respect your local laws and building code.