Home & Garden - 15 August 2006

A couple weeks ago our water was out for a few hours because of maintenance in the neighborhood. When it came back on, the water level in the toilet bowl was very low and it remains that way, even if I hold the handle down when flushing (in which case the water level rises but eventually goes back down). What can I do to permanently raise the water level?

2006-08-15 04:19:20 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

My Wards food dehydrator doesn't heat any more, and the only thing that I can't check is a small electronic component in line with the heating coil. The fan went bad, and the plastic fan blade melted. After replacing the fan, the heating element won't heat. Thought maybe this is some sort of fuse that blows when it overheats, it looks somewhat like a diode to me (rocket ship shaped). I'm tempted to just short circuit the device, but would prefer to replace it if I knew what it was. I tried measuring the resistance with my meter, and it read open circuit, even switching the leads. Can anyone help me identify this component?

2006-08-15 04:15:54 · 2 answers · asked by Frank P 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I know about draino.Should this product work on the clogged sink???...tom science

2006-08-15 04:14:26 · 4 answers · asked by tom science 4 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-08-15 04:13:28 · 8 answers · asked by Omega_Man 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

We are remodeling out kitchen. It will have a simple feel but he actual decor will be more vintage inspired. What do you think is a good color for kitchen walls?

2006-08-15 04:10:42 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Decorating & Remodeling

2006-08-15 03:56:32 · 11 answers · asked by tomyistweety1 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

Our pointsettia plant is flowering

2006-08-15 03:48:08 · 6 answers · asked by emily_jane2379 5 in Garden & Landscape

Im sure my kitchen windows smell of dog food.....lol...does that mean that they can absorb the smell??

2006-08-15 03:41:59 · 27 answers · asked by Monster 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

We have maggots in our bin...how do we get rid...Is there any household things that will help us get RID??

2006-08-15 03:40:06 · 27 answers · asked by Monster 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

2006-08-15 03:39:36 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Decorating & Remodeling

Does the dirt come away with the steam? or rise to the top so you can wipe it off? or does it disovle? does it just force the dirt deeper into the sofa/carpet where it rots and smells but can't be seen?
I'm thinking of buying one, but this question has been bugging me for days?
Hope someone technical can help, please try to limit the silly answers!

2006-08-15 03:36:33 · 12 answers · asked by beflihippy 3 in Cleaning & Laundry

I've used them for trash can liners, packing a gift, carrying things,
etc. I was just wondering how others use them. THEY'RE EVERYWHERE!!!!!!!!!!!!

2006-08-15 03:31:31 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Home & Garden

I mean like gallons...

2006-08-15 03:28:10 · 19 answers · asked by gdubya 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

just been fighting with my double quilt AGAIN trying to get it into the cover, I used to do them over the banister rail but not got one now as I live in a flat...ANY SUGGESTIONS Please

2006-08-15 03:26:37 · 11 answers · asked by Denise W 4 in Other - Home & Garden

After 3 degrees and 10 years spent building a computer-based career, I'm leaving this career to get into carpentry.

My wife got a great job that gives us the financial freedom for me to take the paycut.

How should I get started?

2006-08-15 03:14:41 · 5 answers · asked by f150 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-08-15 03:12:36 · 1 answers · asked by lwetor 2 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

im a female who love decorating my freinds say im very good at it and should get a job doing decorating, diy, e.t.c where dont know how to go about it any one got any ideas

2006-08-15 03:09:30 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Do It Yourself (DIY)

Can you tell me what you think of it and whether it was worth the investment? We love our memory foam pillows but don't want to spend that kind of money on a mattress unless it is truly worth it.

2006-08-15 03:05:17 · 9 answers · asked by ConcerndHomeowner 4 in Decorating & Remodeling

Is there a good disinfactant I can put in my bins to make them smell sweet? I wash out tins, cartons etc., and wrap rubbish in doubled plastic bags, but I would like my bing to smell nice.. I have tried Jeyes Fluid, but it doesnt smell nice, and Zoflora, but thats a bit too dear to slosh into bins. My bins dont stink! and I want to keep it that way; I would hate the job of emptying them, so would like to make it nicer for those who do.

2006-08-15 03:04:38 · 14 answers · asked by k0005kat@btinternet.com 4 in Cleaning & Laundry

A friend of ours is having an issue with their electric hot water tank.

Yesterday they noticed a steady stream of water coming from behind the covering of the top thermostat. When I got there, I removed the electric door over the top thermostat and noticed a steady spray coming from behind the upper thermostat itself. It almost appears to be coming from the element (or through the element washer). The area around it is rusted, however the rust doesn't appear to break the surface of the tank.

My knowledge of hot water tanks is limited (especially with electric ones) however, I'm pretty handy with plumbing as I worked for a contractor for a year or so and did some plumbing.

So my question is: Is this a project that can be done without calling a professional? How easy is it to replace the element or element washer? What is involved with removing the lid of the tank?

**I've asked this question before, but now I have a lil more knowledge on the actual problem and detail*

2006-08-15 03:04:22 · 7 answers · asked by Ipshwitz 5 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

2006-08-15 03:03:01 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

Hello all,

I've recently bought my first house and inherited a wooden deck & surround railings. The deck's weathered (gone a bit green), and the railings are looking a bit flaky. I started to brush the deck hard with a stiff bristle brush, to remove the green... but I'm concerned that I may have stripped any protection on the wood.

My question is, what DIY product should I look for, to protect and improve the appearance of both the deck and railings?

Thanks

2006-08-15 03:02:14 · 21 answers · asked by chrisj14uk 2 in Garden & Landscape

I went and signed the contract,read through it.Rent at £900 a month.All good,so went to the flat and there was no floor down and quite a bit of work still to be done.And me with 2 vans full of stuff. But i told the landlady i could live with that, as long as she promised it would be done as soon as, which she did promise.Yesterday the agent rang me and said the rent was supposed to be £950.He put his hands up and said it was his fault.Now the landlady has put a stop to all work being done.I am thinking if she is being such a cow now what will it be like later! I am thinking i will find another flat ASAP, and move! without her knowing till the actual move. Ahh she has not had a penny of me yet so that is not a problem! What do you guys think i should do?

2006-08-15 03:01:58 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Home & Garden

2006-08-15 02:51:45 · 9 answers · asked by debbie w 1 in Garden & Landscape

buy boric acid to kill roaches. We just moved into a roach house and I heard boric acid can kill them. Any suggestions on where to get it and how to use it would be helpful.

2006-08-15 02:48:33 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Home & Garden

I am needing to know how deep to plant Hostas, in sun or shade, and do I pack dirt tightly around them. Trying to get them planted this morning before it gets too hot!!!

2006-08-15 02:40:53 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

I want it so that i can plant it in memory of my daughter who passed away

2006-08-15 02:40:50 · 6 answers · asked by CLAIR W 1 in Garden & Landscape

2006-08-15 02:39:28 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

I want to change my countertop, but I noticed that a side of the wall is curved. How do I cut it so that it curves? I am not getting granite countertops. I'm getting the cheaper ones.

2006-08-15 02:36:08 · 5 answers · asked by NeedGuidance 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

Looking for them all. Quality, prices, store info and details would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!

2006-08-15 02:21:28 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Home & Garden