Home & Garden - 20 June 2006

We live in Texas so A/C is a necessisty. Is it cheaper to run window units than central air? We changed all our light bulbs to those new energy savers. I turn off anything I'm not using and only run dishwasher and washer/dryer during off peak hours. Anything I overlooked? Thanks alot for your help, it's greatly appreciated!

2006-06-20 14:30:53 · 26 answers · asked by Lorrra 1 in Other - Home & Garden

the cabinets have to be painted I sanded them and now have no idea what color to paint them ..white is out any other suggestions. Sinks are all pink tile too

2006-06-20 14:22:36 · 13 answers · asked by Margo K 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

we changed filter what can be wrong? House is only 12 yrs. old. Help!

2006-06-20 14:20:08 · 10 answers · asked by Deborah S 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I have a 1600sqft. house newer a/c (2 1/2 ton), two differant a/c companies say unit is working fine. Why is my house 80-82* inside (90-93* outside @ time)? The thermostat is set to 68*. I am already leaving the doors in the house open to all rooms and the filter is clean also the outside unit is clear of blockage and debris. The house will cool to 68* overnight but, at about 10 a.m. it starts climbing up in temperature.

2006-06-20 14:09:08 · 8 answers · asked by cableguy 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I live in missouri and a couple of months ago i bought some mulch at a lumber yard, within the last month ive been noticing this absurd looking fungus growing all over, it resembles spray can insulation, and is wet to the touch, it dries out then turns into a black powder that turns into a fog in the air when water hits it, it goes everywhere, but doesnt get wet? I am concerned for my two small boys, and i want to know what the bajeezez it is and how to get rid of it, my 8yr old told me it was from mars!

2006-06-20 14:04:45 · 6 answers · asked by craftycorella 2 in Garden & Landscape

A. 65 mph B. 25 mph C. 15 mph D. 70 mph

2006-06-20 14:00:51 · 5 answers · asked by duelo_05 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I sprayed lysol on something then set on the counter, when i picked it up, it took off a peice of the counter top.what can i do to fix it???? it's my sis's aparment i'm just staying for summer vaction,and she'll be pissed when she finds out, so how can i fix it in like 30 mins.

2006-06-20 13:57:18 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

how do i kill ants in my lawn home remedy

2006-06-20 13:52:24 · 3 answers · asked by mike 1 in Garden & Landscape

i need help!

2006-06-20 13:51:55 · 17 answers · asked by zelery 2 in Other - Home & Garden

I have a lot of packages to unwrap with small items sealed in bubble wrap: I need to be able to pierce the bubble wrap cleanly and cut across smoothly and quickly. the points on the shears I am using now just aren't pointed and sharp enough, and I have a lot of trouble lately finding really good quality scissors. Any help appreciated!

2006-06-20 13:48:38 · 6 answers · asked by Jan2001 4 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

2006-06-20 13:48:22 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Home & Garden

2006-06-20 13:46:01 · 2 answers · asked by lormck7 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

Rather than ripping it up can you tile over it?

2006-06-20 13:43:03 · 8 answers · asked by verysexy29 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-06-20 13:28:08 · 3 answers · asked by starprincess292003 4 in Other - Home & Garden

I want to suspend a bed from the ceiling. Wondering what I should use (wire or chain) and what kind of bed?

2006-06-20 13:26:12 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I tried everything from Critter repellant, to Gopher poison to using a trap.. (they got smart, they don't fall for trap anymore). I even used smoke bomb to smoke them out, but since it is underneath my deck, smoke just dissipates.. Anybody with suggestions??

2006-06-20 13:16:19 · 6 answers · asked by Bloo 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

Grasshoppers eating my plants!

2006-06-20 13:10:22 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

i've been taking very good care of the pan (ie seasoned it, wipe it clean, wash it, dry it on the burner, all that good stuff) what can i do to get the funny taste gone

2006-06-20 13:10:18 · 5 answers · asked by manton10 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

does anyone know of a plant that deters rabbits from a vegetable garden? i heard about using dried blood, fox urine, and human hair (does this really work) and was wondering if there was something i could plant that would work.

2006-06-20 13:08:33 · 11 answers · asked by Ms Pepsi 3 in Garden & Landscape

can the tent, sleeping bags and tennis shoes be rid of poison ivy and if so how?

2006-06-20 13:04:21 · 6 answers · asked by manton10 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

2006-06-20 12:56:22 · 4 answers · asked by beachbum72 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-06-20 12:50:37 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Decorating & Remodeling

like i think its like home owners assocation or something somebody help me!

2006-06-20 12:49:24 · 7 answers · asked by justintheman04 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

my two blue hydrangeas are ailing due to a lack of water. they had lots of pretty flowers but they are turning brown. i now have a watering schedule but don't know how or when to cut the damanged ones or proper pruning for them. most of this years blooms appear to be on last years growth. is this the norm? Thanks!

2006-06-20 12:48:29 · 6 answers · asked by ? 3 in Garden & Landscape

2006-06-20 12:45:59 · 60 answers · asked by Anonymous in Decorating & Remodeling

Does any one know how i can get one of those no pay back money grant so i can build my self a kitchen i have no kitchen all i have is a bedroom and bathroom

2006-06-20 12:45:15 · 1 answers · asked by lovlisuzy51880 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

Our yard appears to be flat, but must not be. How can I level it so that the pool will be able to fill up without spilling over one side? Thanks in advanced

2006-06-20 12:43:57 · 23 answers · asked by colorist 6 in Other - Home & Garden

2006-06-20 12:39:24 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Home & Garden

I'm a apartment renter and i need advice,

My neighbors had a leak in their bathroom, casuing it to leak into my bathroom! my matience guy came and cut away where it was leaking, now I have a big hole in my ceiling, my question is do I have a right as a renter to ask them to inspect for mold and mildew before they do repairs! I know mold and mildew can be serious so I was curious on my rights1

2006-06-20 12:35:08 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

I am thinking about starting a landscaping business next summer. While reading info on starting a landscaping business, I came across a site that said most states require you to be a licensed landscape architect in order for you to be a landscaper. I live in Tennesssee, and I was wondering what laws apply here in that regard. I searched for a while online, and I can't find anything.

Thanks a lot,
Me

2006-06-20 12:27:16 · 16 answers · asked by amimeisaterriblethingtowaste 1 in Garden & Landscape