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  • Thoughtful Designs In Casual Shirts That Emphasize Versatility Through All Seasons
    By: MITH | -
    Casual shirts are such a thoughtless need, we often times find ourselves picking up a few without giving it a second thought. These stylish designs in casual shirts are versatile, affordable, and will show off your thoughtful sense of style for seasons to come!

    The Gap Silk Blend Scalloped top is a great choice for summer, spring, winter, or fall. This shirt is fashioned of a silk blend material that is highlighted by a scallop detailing and a lovely textures. This top is so ...

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  • Gap Car Insurance Keeps Your Premiums Low
    By: Leo Chu | - Getting a Gap car insurance has become an increasingly popular trend. It helps you to keep the cost of your premium down so that you can save a hell lot of money.

    Such car insurance plans try to bridge the gap between what the present value of the car and how much you owe for it. A simple example will help you know Gap car insurance.

    Lets take for example; you buy a car worth $20,000 without making any down payment and you will pay the amount in instalments in five ...

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  • Finding The Perfect Denim Bag
    By: Mithran | - Denim just isn't for jackets and jeans; a denim bag is a nice way to complement a casual outfit. Double denim (i.e. denim jacket and denim jeans worn simultaneously) is taboo in the fashion industry. However, what may be taboo one season can instantly become trendy the next season. If you choose not to wear denim clothing and denim accessories together, consider using a denim, faux denim, or denim like handbag for your casual and semi-casual outfits.

    The Corrine Crossbody bag by Fos ...

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  • What Is Responsible Travel?
    By: Bruce Haxton | - Responsible travel is a bit like The Big Bang; most people believe in it but cant always explain it! Well, while I dont know much about the origins of the universe, I can certainly shed some light on what responsible travels all about and a few ways of being a responsible traveller, especially while on your
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  • The Income Gap Widens
    By: Ki Gray | - The Great Recession is not the great American equalizer after all. It's been widely reported recently that this recession hit middle and low income families the hardest, while the wealthy have continued to prosper. It may be chic to save and everyone brags about coupon clipping, but the idea that "we are all in this together" may not actually be the case.

    According to the Associated Press, incomes have declined across all demographics, but at a greater percentage for middle and ...

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  • Is A Discipleship Gap Year Right For Me?
    By: Chriss Tyrrell | - There are multitudes of reasons why a young person today would want to take a break in their education after completing high school. Quite often, it's simply a case of being burnt out after spending so many years dedicated to academia and one may simply just want some time off for a while. Or in other cases, a young adult may feel that they are deserving of some change of pace, after all the years of dedication and hard work they have put in.

    Then there are others and you may be one ...

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  • What Not To Wear While Volunteering Abroad
    By: Bruce Haxton | - Weve all been there youve got your flights, visas and vaccinations all sorted, but theres just one problem your empty backpack/suitcase staring back up at you. What the hell are you going to wear?! Well, while every adventure is different, here are some dos and donts that might help you decide what to take and what to leave in your wardrobe

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    Wear a hat if youre going somewhere hot sunstroke is not especially chic

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  • How To Budget For Your Gap Year
    By: Lauren Mackay | - Going on a gap year is a fantastic way to take a breather, broaden your horizons, gain new skills and experience other cultures, whether youre about to take the final leap into the world of work or feeling like you might have made that leap a little too soon. For those who dont happen to own the bank of England, taking a gap year is also the ultimate test of budgeting and fundraising skills.

    Raising the necessary cash for gap year flights, visas and the all-important spending ...

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  • Maternity Tops That Make You Feel As Beautiful As You Look!
    By: MITH | - For women expecting, it can be hard to find maternity tops that don't make you feel huge. You are beautiful and should accentuate those growing curves of your with tops that make you feel beautiful! These beautiful maternity tops will meet your needs when it comes to comfort, style, and practicality.

    For the working mommy-to-be's out there, it is difficult to find professional attire that grows with your growing belly. The Gap Classic shirt is a great staple to pick up at the great ...

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  • Guide To Men's Leather Belts
    By: MITH | - A leather belt is normally always a good investment because it is durable but also very attractive. Sometimes when we think of a it we automatically think of smooth leather or braided, but they can come in all kinds of styles. No matter what, you will be able to find one that is perfect for the man that you are!

    For the men with a funky and loud style that want to draw some attention to them, Ed Hardy normally is the designer for you. The Jailhouse Vintage Bulldog Tattoo Snap on'Bel ...

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  • How To Cope With Culture Shock On Your Gap Year
    By: Bruce Haxton | - A gap year is a fantastic opportunity to see the world and expand your horizons. But being away from home, living in a different culture and always being surrounded by the unfamiliar well that can take its toll. If you find yourself feeling uneasy, homesick and skulking back to McDonalds for Western-style comforts for the umpteenth time that week, you might well be suffering from culture shock. Dont let it ruin your gap year though! To make sure youre back out there soaking up n ...
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  • How To Stay Safe On Your Gap Year
    By: Bruce Haxton | - It goes without saying, but safety while youre off travelling doesnt start and end with the in-flight safety demonstration on the plane out. And while wrapping yourself in cotton wool isnt an option (itd make you look mighty silly for starters), there are several wise moves you can make to reduce the risk of coming unstuck on your adventures.

    Before you jet off

    Believe it or not, staying safe starts before you set off! As well as crammin ...

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  • How To Plan Your Gap Year
    By: Bruce Haxton | - So, you've decided to ditch school/uni/work/daytime TV for a year and venture out to see the big wide world. Awesome - but how to get it all sorted? There's the question of where to go, how long to go for, what to do, how to get there, and that's not even starting on the money! Don't panic - just sit back and let a seasoned traveller walk you through the whole process:

    1.Decide your budget

    "But I haven't even decided where to go yet!" I hear you cry. Well, that's beca ...

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  • Five Crazy But Common Car Insurance Exclusions
    By: David Masters | - Five Crazy But Common Car Insurance Exclusions

    You buy your car insurance, you glance at the policy documents, and you assume you're covered for all eventualities where your car is stolen or damaged. Think again.

    Read through your policy documents in detail. Some insurers don't cover injuries to passengers aged over 75. Others won't pay out if your car is stolen by someone who deceives you into handing over your keys. A small number won't cover damage to your car tha ...

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  • Christian Gap Year Youth Work To Benefit Ones Future
    By: Chriss Tyrrell | - It's just another sign of these changing times. Even high schools students who in generations past would have been consumed strictly with thoughts of themselves are now becoming more philosophical and philanthropic. So many young Christians getting ready to graduate are asking themselves the same question, just what is it that I can do to leave a positive impact on the planet on which I live?

    Six months to a Year of Christian Gap Year Youth Work

    Hence; ever more ...

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  • 5 Iconic Modern Classic Cars
    By: Jock Andrew | - Audi Quattro 80-91

    The Audi Quattro is a road and rally car produced by the German auto manufacturing company and is part of the Volkswagen Group. Audi released the Quattro to European customers in late 1980. It was the first car to feature Audis Quattro permanent four wheel drive system. The Audi Quattro was also the first production car to introduce a turbo charged engine to a four wheel drive system.

    The Quattro was produced between 1980 and 1991 and durin ...

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  • How An Unexpected Gap Year Can Offer Unexpected Bonuses
    By: Bruce Haxton | - With A-level results out this morning, hundreds of school leavers are planning impromptu gap years after missing out on places at uni.

    While it may seem like a catastrophe at the time, having to take a gap year can be a great opportunity to broaden your horizons and develop new skills. Even if youve made the grade you may want to defer your place at uni until next year to avoid burnout after three solid years of exams. Either way, if you take an impromptu gap year you can: ...

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  • A Free Gap Year? A Possibility?
    By: Bruce Haxton | - There is apparently no such thing as a free lunch - so if that's the case, is there such a thing as a free gap year? The UK government launched a scheme last week to provide funding for 500 dole-bound graduates to head off on a 'free' gap year to boost their skills. The catch? Well, they still have to pay for flights, jabs and 1,000 towards the cost of their 10-week trip. Not so free after all!

    So, I've had a think about whether it really is possible to have a free gap year. Her ...

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  • Car Modification Modifying Your Car A Global Trend
    By: Jock Andrew | - Modifying your car has been a popular pastime for many years. By modifying your car you are able to put your own unique personal touches on the vehicle to make it stand out from the rest. There are many cosmetic modifications that dont make the car run any different, but then thats not the point 90 percent of the time! More often car modification is done just to make your car look better or give it a more aggressive race like appearance. These types of modification are simple and ...
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  • Things To Consider When Choosing A New Car
    By: Karen Corey | - Things to Consider When Choosing a New Car
    Choosing the car that best fits your needs and budget can seem like a daunting task. One chose a car for its design, others its badge and still others based on the image it portrays. Any car says a little about its owner and it’s possible that this is related to their lifestyle which that car would have to cater for. If you take the time to do some research and put down on paper exactly what you are looking for in a new car; you will have a ...

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  • Fun Events To Hold To Raise Cash For Your Gap Year
    By: Bruce Haxton | - The skys your limit when it comes to dreaming up ideas for events to hold to raise money for your volunteer trip, but just remember two golden rules plan (early) and ask for help (from everyone)! Here are few ideas and the basics of getting them off the ground. You might think they look wildly ambitious, but give em a go and you might surprise yourself!

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    It may seem like a tricky thing to organise, but have a think and odds on youll know someone ...

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  • The Facts Behind The Iran Protests
    By: Jacek Popiel | - Whatever the ultimate outcome of the unfolding protests in Iran, it is already clear that the Iranian government badly miscalculated. First, the leaders erred in assuming that they could, with complete immunity, rig the election. Second, they completely failed to grasp the depth of resentment against the regime.

    It is easy to interpret this resentment according to the favorite mantra of the Western governments and media: a reaction against the extremist policies of the Ahmedinejad ...

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  • Some Handy Tips For Having An Ethical Gap Year
    By: Bruce Haxton | - You might not consider yourself an eco-warrior, but with a little careful planning and the right mindset, it is possible to have an ethically responsible gap year. Be warned though: being an ethical traveller is not just about taking the right sort of holiday or wearing the right sort of T-shirt, it's a whole outlook - and one which will make you a much more considerate traveller.The most obvious ethical considerations are where to go and what to do, but how you interact with people while you're ...
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  • Cheap International Destinations
    By: Evvie Meier | - As the school year comes to a close and graduation ceremonies wind down, many high school and college graduates embark on the cultural phenomenon known as the gap year. For young adults craving a gap year adventure before entering the workforce, and for travelers of all ages planning to travel abroad, not all destination cities are created equal.

    For gap year travel, and any long-term trips, travelers must factor in cost-of-living more so than travelers visiting for shorter perio ...

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  • Gap Car Insurance And Your Leased Car
    By: Anthony Peck | - Did you know that whether you own or lease your car you're still responsible for replacing it if you get in an accident? Unlike a "real" rental (the kind you only keep for a week, maybe a month, then give back) a leased car comes with the same responsibilities as a privately owned vehicle-one of which is GAP insurance to cover the difference between the current value of the car and what the leasing office says you owe them.

    Studies show that within three months of being driven off ...

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  • Why Americans Should Take A Gap Year!
    By: Bruce Haxton | - In the UK, finishing school and taking a gap year go together as naturally as tea and biscuits and rain during summer! In fact a national survey found that nearly three quarters of youngsters wanted to take a gap year, yet in the U.S, thats the same percentage of people who dont own passports! While some American students are catching on to the idea of a gap year, they are still having a hard time convincing everyone.

    Americans students are becoming increasingly ...

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  • Getting As Much As You Can Out Of Your Gap Year
    By: Bruce Haxton | - It may sound strange but gap years are a bit like parachute jumps; theyre only great fun if youve packed everything! If you jump on the nearest plane with an empty rucksack and plan while youre in the air, you wont have such a good time. You wouldnt walk into an exam hall without doing your revision and its not a great idea to board a plane without a pretty good idea of where youre going and what sort of gap year youre going to have ...
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  • Auto Gap Insurance Slap: How To Avoid It (proven Tips)
    By: Roy Primm | - Auto gap insurance is a term not many people are familiar with. But if you are shopping for a new or almost new car you should make sure you have it to protect yourself financially. First let me quickly explain what this insurance is, how it can help you and how to avoid getting slapped by it.

    First, when you are shopping for the best new car insurance rate, make sure you add in the cost of gap insurance, especially if you have an expensive car. It is like added protection from fi ...

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  • Can You Afford Not To Take A Gap Year?
    By: peter miles | - You've finally made it into the upper sixth - Year 13 - the very top of the school. Day by day you are heading towards the departure lounge and, within a matter of months, all that studying for A-levels, all that harassing from sixth form tutors to get your act together and complete your UCAS form, all that nagging by worried parents, will all be water under the bridge. University beckons.

    But do you really want to go straight to university next autumn? After thirteen uninterru ...

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  • Gap Inc. Organizational Research
    By: Jeff Stats | - Gap Inc. is a leading international clothing retailer offering attire, accessories and personal care products for men, women, children and babies. They produce under brands such as Gap, Banana Republic and Old Navy. Also Gap brand includes Gap, GapKids, babyGap, GapBody and Gap Outlet. They have their headquarters in the San Francisco Bay Area, the product development offices are located in New York City, while distribution operations and offices dealing with sourcing activities can be found aro ...
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  • Advantages And Disadvantages Of Taking The Gap Year
    By: Sanjou Gokhool | - If you have just graduated from high school or college you may be considering taking a gap year. Gap year means taking a time off to go and have another experience in life before getting back to studies. The gap year practice is very popular in Europe and other countries where students are persuaded to break off from studies for sometime. Students can travel during their gap year. They try to search for and do something different before moving to the next level in their academic career.
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  • Why Is It Critical To Plan Well Before Travelling For Your Gap Year?
    By: Sanjou Gokhool | - Gap year has become famous in many countries around the world. Lots of students especially in European countries take the gap year in order to break off from their studies. During the gap year young adults go in search of new experiences. Some people work while others travel. In either way the gap year helps these people to think well about their future career and also enables them to further develop their knowledge.

    If you plan to travel during your gap year, it is important tha ...

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  • Closing The Gap: Auto Insurance Terms Defined For The Smart Shopper
    By: Ryan Patterson | - As anyone who has shopped for auto insurance or filed an auto insurance claim knows, car insurance agents and companies use terminology all their own. Below is a list of definitions to give you the expertise to close the gap: auto insurance comparisons and dealing with claims doesnt have to feel like negotiating in a foreign language!

    Actual cash value: The market value of your car as it stands today.
    Anti-theft device: A device that deters thieves or burglars ...

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  • Gap Years In 2008
    By: Kevin JSmith | - Nowadays gap years are very different to what they used to be, a gap year can now be more that just a year long holiday: whether you want to see the world, spend time volunteering, learn a new skill or just crash out on a beach. It is simply an extended period spent abroad, doing something - or maybe nothing. It's no longer a one-off event and gap years are typically taken between life stages; after education, between jobs, before having a baby or after retiring. The style of trips is also chang ...
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  • Halls Gap Hotels - Taking Pride In Its Unique Hospitality
    By: Alex Albert | - Halls Gap is a lovely town located in Grampians Road in Victoria, Australia. A popular tourist destination, the economy of this town is mostly dependent on the tourism industry. The proximity of this town to some interesting places of interest further enhances the appeal of this place. This town is situated close to the Grampians National Park, and the Halls Gap wildlife park and zoo is placed just 7 km from this town.

    Tourists can reach this destination in approximately 3 hours ...

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  • Traveling In Kenya
    By: Kevin JSmith | - Are you going travel to Kenya? Maybe youre going on safari or visiting the Indian Ocean coast or maybe youre a young couple looking to spend your gap years in Kenya, whatever the situation, it helps to know a bit about the country youre going to be visiting.

    Food & Drink
    Kenyas national dishes appear on most menus. The countrys beef, chicken, lamb and pork are outstandingly good, as are the wide variety of tropical fruits. Indian and Middle Eastern food is av ...

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  • Gap Year Options - African Volunteer Projects
    By: Tara McGovern | - So, youve just recently finished studying and are now looking forward to taking that well deserved gap year. Theres one problem though: deciding how you want to spend your gap year is beginning to seem like a decision that is becoming increasingly overwhelming. If this is the case theres no need to fret, we have a vast selection of gap year options that will help you alleviate the daunting task of trying to figure out what to do.
    A simple way of beginning to make any kind of de ...

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  • Volunteer On A Gap Year In Thailand
    By: David Stevens | - The top gap year destination in Asia is definitely Thailand. Thailand has so much to offer to the traveller and in particular to the gay year traveller. Taking a Gap Year in Thailand is amazing! There is no other word that would better define the experience of Thailand.

    Many travellers will be doing volunteer work in Thailand during their gap year. There are lots and lots of volunteer opportunities in Thailand. Lets take a closer look.

    The Kingdom of Thailand lies ...

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  • Taking A Gap Year Abroad In Cambodia
    By: David Stevens | - Taking a Gap Year in Cambodia is one of the fastest growing gap year destinations in Asia. There are some amazing gap year programmes available in Cambodia for you to have a trip of a life time!

    A predominately Buddhist country, Cambodia has a population of over 15 million people. Cambodians consider themselves to be descendents of the ancient Khmer Empire, a powerful kingdom that dominated Asia during the middle ages.

    The geography of Cambodia is shaped by the Meko ...

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  • A Gap Year Abroad, Is It Worth It ?
    By: David Stevens | - More and more employers are acknowledging the merits of organizing a year-out Gap Year Program. By doing a career break abroad on a gap-year shows that the person is determined, resourceful and has gained a good measure of maturity and independence during this experience.

    Taking a gap year abroad is far more common in the UK than it is in North America. North American version of taking a gap year abroad is often given a negative tone, emphasizing the school or work that a person i ...

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  • Taking A Gap Year Abroad In Asia
    By: David Stevens | - Are you dreaming of a Gap Year Abroad ? Well you are not alone ! Many people spend a lot of time thinking about doing a Gap Year Abroad. It is a wonderful thing really to spend some time travelling or volunteering or doing some conservation work. For many it is a life changing experience.

    Taking a Gap Year is done by people from all walks of life : rich or poor, young or old, top executives or factory workers. The great thing about taking a Gap Year Program Abroad is that when p ...

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  • The Gap, Clothing Lines And History
    By: brenda moore | - Originally founded in 1969 by Donald Fisher, The Gap was to be Mr. Fisher's solution to the problem of a lack of customer service and fashionable styles present in department stores of the era.

    By creating a specialty shop dedicated to the sale of blue jeans, Mr. Fisher hoped to capitalize on the 'gap' that had opened in the market.

    The Gap brand has grown since its modest start in 1969 to include: Gap, Gap Outlet, GapKids, babyGap, GapBody, GapMaternity, Love Me ...

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  • Taking A Gap Year For Travel
    By: Lalit Rastogi | - For both students and people in work, the option for taking a gap year is proving to be a very popular life choice. Making the decision to take a gap year and following it through can be difficult to achieve. For a student taking a gap year before or after taking a university degree, a gap year can have a huge positive effect in terms of boosting confidence, increasing maturity, developing social skills, gaining experience and knowledge of different cultures, helping the environment and feeling ...
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  • Car Gap Insurance
    By: Marilyn Katz | - Most of us know that a new or used car will depreciate by about twenty percent the minute we drive it off the lot. So unless you put 20% down on your auto loan, you stand to owe considerably more than the value of your car for quite some time. If you buy a moderately priced car of $20,000, then your loan could be for $4,000 more than the price your vehicle would be valued at. Cars are getting more expensive, and many of us are taking out loans for one hundred percent of the value of the loan! < ...
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  • How A Gap Year In Africa Changed Me
    By: Alice Baines | - In 2003 I decided to take a gap year between school and university to do a mixture of paid work, volunteering and independent travel. Fuelled by clichd intentions of self discovery and broadening my horizons I set off on an adventure which I can now say with absolute certainty has changed me in ways I never thought possible. If you're in two minds about the value of taking a gap year, worried about the financial ramifications or just daunted by the prospect of organising and embarking on a ...
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  • What Is Gap Insurance?
    By: Geoff Spencer | - Before a person decided to purchase a new vehicle, they need to check with their insurance company about gap insurance because it might already be included in the auto premium. If is not, this will be something that you can purchase for a decent cost.

    There are some insurers that do not offer this type of insurance at all. If this is the case, you should try to find a company that offers gap insurance before you decide to purchase it through the dealer.

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  • Mind Your Dishwasher Air Gap
    By: Scott Hares | - Have you noticed your kitchen dishwasher air gap lately?. Thats the thing that mounts either directly to your kitchen sink, or the counter top. It looks like a small upside down cup with vent holes. In the event that your kitchens dishwasher drainage should back up, this little gadget makes sure the backed up water gets directed into your sink instead of your floor - and the dishwasher can empty out.

    It's amazing how every time you turn around, the air gap is pointed away from the ...

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