| How to Measure Room Temperature Posted: 10 Apr 2021 01:00 AM PDT Room temperature refers to the range of air temperatures that people prefer indoors. Measuring room temperature is actually really easy to do. You can choose a thermometer that you keep in the center of the room to provide a temperature reading, or you can download an app to your smartphone that can measure room temperature. [Edit]Reading a Thermometer - Choose a digital thermometer for the most accurate reading. Electronic or digital thermometers can be more expensive than other thermometers, but they provide a faster reading and can give a more accurate temperature. They also react to temperature changes faster than other types of thermometers so you always have an accurate reading.[1]
- Some digital thermometers have the capability to store temperature readings. So you can compare the room temperature over time to see how it changes.
- Use a glass thermometer to get an approximate temperature. Glass thermometers use a glass tube filled with liquid to measure the temperature. As the air around the thermometer gets warmer, the liquid moves up the tube and can be used to get a close measurement of the room temperature.
- Choose a glass thermometer that doesn't contain mercury. Mercury is highly toxic and can be dangerous if the thermometer breaks.[2]
- Glass thermometers can also be called a bulb thermometer or a liquid-in-glass thermometer.
- Select a bimetallic thermometer for an easy to read option. Bimetallic or dial thermometers have a metal pointer that moves up and down a circular scale to show you the temperature. They use a strip of metal that expands and bends as the temperature increases. As the strip expands or contracts, it moves the pointer on the scale. The big arrow of the pointer makes it easy to check the room temperature.[3]
- Bimetallic thermometers aren't as accurate as digital thermometers.
- Place the thermometer in the center of the room. No matter what type of thermometer you use, you need to place it in the center of the room at least off of the ground for an accurate measurement of room temperature. Mounting a thermometer on a wall can produce inaccurate results because the heat from the walls can distort the reading.[4]
- Set the thermometer on a table or stool so the temperature of the floor doesn't affect the reading.
- Wait 5 minutes for the thermometer to adjust to the room. Before you check the temperature, allow the thermometer to adjust to the room. Thermometers, especially glass and bimetallic, need a few minutes to accurately read the temperature of the room.
- Don't hold or stand directly next to the thermometer or your body heat could affect the temperature reading.[5]
- Check the temperature on the thermometer. After you've placed your thermometer in the center of the room and waited a few minutes to allow it to adjust, you can check the temperature reading to measure the room temperature. A general room temperature measurement is around .[6]
- A digital thermometer will display the temperature on its screen and will be the most accurate.
- Read the numbers next to the top of the liquid in a glass thermometer to measure the temperature.
- Look at the number that the arrow is pointing to on a bimetallic thermometer to measure the temperature.
[Edit]Using a Smartphone - Download a thermometer application to your smartphone. Many smartphones are equipped with sensors that they use to monitor the temperature of the device. You can download an app that uses these sensors to take an ambient temperature reading of the room. Go to the app store on your phone and search for a thermometer app to download.[7]
- Open the application. Once you've downloaded the app, locate it on your screen, and tap on it with your finger to open it up. You may have to wait a few minutes for the app to update after you open it up.
- You have to wait until the app is fully downloaded before you can open it.
- Select the ambient temperature reading to measure room temperature. Depending on which app you use, you will have different temperature readings to choose from. Some apps allow you to check the temperature of your phone's battery or the temperature outside based on meteorological data. Choose the ambient temperature reading to find the room temperature around you.[8]
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| How to Grill Beans Posted: 09 Apr 2021 05:00 PM PDT If it seems like a hassle to fire up the grill just for your main dish, learn to grill a few sides. Green beans are a great choice since you can cook them while your main dish rests, and the grill gives them a fantastic smoky flavor. If you don't want the beans to char on the outside, just wrap them in a foil pouch. Follow our simple suggestions and you'll soon be sitting down to tender green beans, hot off the grill! [Edit]Heat a charcoal or gas grill to high. - Turn half of the gas burners to high or light a chimney of briquettes. Once they're hot and lightly covered with ash, carefully pour them onto the grill grate. Pop the lid on the grill and let it heat for about 5 minutes before you toss the beans on.[1]
[Edit]Trim of green beans. - Rinse the beans and snap the ends off of them. You don't need to trim off much from each end—snap or slice off about from the end of each bean. Then, put the trimmed beans into a bowl.[2]
[Edit]Season the beans with olive oil, salt, and pepper. - Drizzle of olive oil over the beans. Sprinkle salt and pepper to taste. Then, use your hands or tongs to toss the beans until they're evenly coated and seasoned.[3]
- For a spicy kick, toss leave out the salt, and mix in 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) of cajun seasoning.
[Edit]Lay the beans on the grill grate. - Brush the grill grate with oil and lay the beans directly on the grate. Arrange them perpendicular to the grate so they don't fall through. If you're worried about them falling through the gaps, you can toss the beans into a grill basket and set it directly on the grill grate.[4]
[Edit]Grill the beans for 3 minutes, turning them once. - Put the lid down and cook the beans for about a minute. Then, lift the lid and use tongs to carefully flip the beans over. Lower the lid and cook the beans until they're tender.[5]
- It's totally fine to cook the beans longer if you like them soft.
[Edit]Remove the beans and stir in flavors like lemon or garlic. - Transfer the grilled beans to a serving dish and taste one. Season the beans with more salt or pepper if you think they need it. Now's also the time to stir in a few cloves of minced garlic or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice if you like.[6]
- It's important to wait until after grilling to use garlic since it burns easily and tastes bitter.
- Scatter freshly shaved Parmesan over the beans if you want a strong umami kick.
[Edit]Serve the grilled beans with your meal. - You can also toss the grilled beans with other grilled veggies to make a salad. Mix in grilled tomatoes, sliced onions, roasted radishes, or tender chunks of potatoes, for instance.
- Refrigerate leftover beans in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- If you'd rather steam the beans than char them, you can wrap them in a foil pouch and toss it directly onto the grill. Cook the beans for about 3 minutes.
- Want to save a little time? Buy a package of trimmed green beans in the produce department instead of cutting or snapping the beans yourself.
- Grilled beans are great with chopped, cooked bacon or sausage.
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| How to Name an Online Store Posted: 09 Apr 2021 09:00 AM PDT You've put in the hard work of creating a business, but now you need a name! Take your time to come up with a creative name that describes what you sell or offer. It helps if it's catchy and easy to remember. By coming up with a thoughtful name and doing your research, you'll make it easier to connect with customers so your business thrives. [Edit]Choose a name that describes what you sell. - Customers will immediately be able to tell what you offer. You can be as specific or general as you like. For example, you might call your store The Tea Trading Company so customers know exactly what you sell. You could also use a more general name if you sell a variety of things.[1]
- For example, call your store Tea Nutritious if you also sell supplements, essential oils, and other lifestyle goods.
[Edit]Use your real name for a personal touch. - Choose your name or a combination to create a totally unique store. Really unusual names will automatically stand out, but you can still use more common names for your store. Go with just your name, like Townsend's, or pair your name with what you sell like Smith's Books.[2]
- You can also hyphenate names to make a store—just remember that it should be easy for your customers to remember and find online. For example, combine your last name with a business partner's last name, like Bennet-Patel.
- You can use your first name, too! Stick with just the name or pair it with your industry. For example, use Sabine or Sabine's Flowers.
[Edit]Pick a name that describes everything that you sell or offer. - Instead of listing a single product, your name should speak to your customers. For instance, name your store Optimal Cleaning if you sell a variety of cleaning supplies and equipment for housekeepers.[3]
- This type of name casts a broad net for customers. You may gain customers who aren't exactly sure what they want to buy. For example, someone looking for luxury items like candles or bath bombs might buy several things from a shop called Ultimate Relaxation.
[Edit]Play around with alliteration. - Pair two words that start with the same letter to make a catchy name. One of the words should describe the industry or product you sell. Then, choose a word that adds value or interest and put them together. Titles with alliteration are often easier to remember.[4]
- For example, if you sell sheets and bedding that are high quality, you could call your store Luxury Linens. You may call a cutting-edge clothing store Fashion Forward, for instance.
[Edit]Try a name generator. - Generators are great ways to get ideas if you're feeling stuck. Sometimes, the pressure of coming up with a great name can make it hard to come up with ideas! To get the creative juices flowing, use an online business name generator. You just type in a keyword that you want the title to include, then the site will generate dozens of names for you to choose from.[5]
[Edit]Select a name that's easy to spell. - Ensure that your name is easy to search, especially if people hear it. You've probably seen websites or stores that take a word and drop a letter or two. Although this might look edgy and you may have a better chance of finding an available domain, people may not remember the specialized spelling, especially if they're hearing about your store from a friend or radio ad.[6]
- For example, instead of naming your store Kitchn Essentials, spell kitchen correctly so people are more likely to find it.
[Edit]Come up with a name customers can remember. - Keep the name short and distinctive so you stand out from the competition. It might help to brainstorm a list of potential store names. Cross off any that are lengthy or sound too similar to stores that sell the same products. Then, wait a few days and look at the list with fresh eyes—think about the name that you remember most or see which name jumps out at you.[7]
- Sometimes, time is all you need to narrow down your store name, especially if you keep looking at the same list of names without getting anywhere.
[Edit]Use an acronym for your business name. - Abbreviate or shorten a business name so it's catchier. This is really useful if you already have a name that's several words long. Instead of going with a lengthy store name, shorten it to just the first letter of each word. For example, instead of using Global Book Store, you could use GBS.[8]
- Consider using an acronym if the domain name for the full name is already taken.
[Edit]Go with your brand name if you have an established business. - Use the name of your product if you want customers to identify your brand. If you have a creatively named product that you sell, it's totally fine to use the name for your store. For example, if you have a luxury clothing line called Republic Cashmere, call your online store Republic Cashmere, too![9]
- Keep in mind that it might take a while for your brand name to rank high on search engines.
[Edit]Ask for feedback. - Find out what friends and family think about the store name. They'll give you valuable first impressions like what they think about when you say the name or if it reminds them of other stores. If you have an unusual name, ask them if they could spell it to type it into a browser.[10]
- Keep in mind that you might need to make slight adjustments based on their feedback. They may tell you that the name is too similar to another brand or that it's too long, for instance.
[Edit]Check the domain name availability. - You can also run searches about similar domain names. This can prevent confusion or legal issues if your store name is too similar to a trademarked name. To see if a name is available, type it into a domain name search engine. It will tell you if the name is available or if someone already owns it.[11]
- Read the fine print to see how often you'll need to renew your domain name registration. Some sites renew every year or you could ask about 5 to 10-year renewal options.
[Edit]Trademark the store name. - Prevent other people from using your store name to protect your brand. This is especially important if you plan on expanding your business or think you might sell it in the future. Check with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to trademark the name so you have administrative control over it.[12]
- Give yourself time to come up with the name. If you're under a lot of pressure to quickly name your store, it can be hard to come up with a name you really like.
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