Home & Garden - 5 September 2006

2006-09-05 08:53:17 · 14 answers · asked by renegade_dancer5678 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

We are thinking of going very neutral, in all the rooms, except the kitchen, so what color do most builders use? We are going with white trim, and doors. I was thinking of a taupe, so if any one out there has a good brand and color of paint, I'd appreciate it very much!

2006-09-05 08:51:05 · 12 answers · asked by queenofthisdump 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

I have looked a lot on the internet but it seems to be so confusing. Can you help me out Marylanders/DC Metro/East Coast or anyone who can help me find any detailed info. Thanx!

2006-09-05 08:50:35 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Home & Garden

Technically, this is not a pigtail at all. Some of the breakers in this box have two hot wires screwed to them, and I would like to correct this by installing new breakers. The problem is, there is not enough hot wire coming into the box to reach the bottom empty lugs where I will put the new breakers. It is allowable by NEC to extend the hot wire using a plastic cable nut inside the box? Thank you.

2006-09-05 08:46:54 · 7 answers · asked by pk 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-09-05 08:46:42 · 8 answers · asked by ol_joe_bfstplk 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I'm not sure it would be safe to put them into the garbage. Could they possibly start a fire?

2006-09-05 08:45:14 · 7 answers · asked by Gertrude B 1 in Other - Home & Garden

2006-09-05 08:44:31 · 8 answers · asked by LALA 1 in Other - Home & Garden

This circuit is fed into switch #1, then to lights overhead, then to switch #2. The problem is, I am getting continuity with ground (box) from two wires at switch #2. I have temporarily pigtailed two wires to complete the circuit and allow it to operate from switch #1 only. The switches themselves are new. Thank you.

2006-09-05 08:44:30 · 7 answers · asked by pk 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

I always wonder this when I am out mowing because I am very picky with how my lawn looks and make sure everything is perfect. Should I even worry about what they think?

2006-09-05 08:43:04 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Home & Garden

2006-09-05 08:40:12 · 9 answers · asked by whiskkers 1 in Garden & Landscape

I hate packing dishes, so I need someone that will be gentle, careful and
respectful of other people's things.

2006-09-05 08:39:59 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Home & Garden

I CAN NOT LEVEL WALLS AS THIS IS A LISTED BUILDING. I HAVE SMALL CERAMIC TILES ON AT PRESENT BUT THEY ARE UNTIDY. I WANT TO USE BIGGER TILES TO PULL THE LOOK OF THE BATHROOM TOGETHER

2006-09-05 08:33:10 · 8 answers · asked by GUZZ 2 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

Do you:

A. Own your home
B. Have a mortgage on your home
C. Rent a home
D. Rent an apartment
E. Other

I have a mortgage on a house.

2006-09-05 08:27:07 · 14 answers · asked by Drowningbluestars 4 in Other - Home & Garden

Hi I really want my room to look like a tropical paridise because when I went to Califorinia I was like"Whoa"! Plus I"m in a landlocked state so yeah. Please help!!! ( : Love mel x0x0

2006-09-05 08:22:41 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Decorating & Remodeling

Recently mowed wet grass and later parked lawn mower in driveway just long enough to leak all over concrete. Simple dishwashing soap and hot water don't seem to do the trick.

2006-09-05 08:21:43 · 3 answers · asked by James R. Reed, II 2 in Other - Home & Garden

2006-09-05 08:20:55 · 10 answers · asked by paulie.t 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

I AM TRYING TO PAINT MY OFFICE .. HELP :(

2006-09-05 08:16:18 · 23 answers · asked by mel 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

Hiya,

Over the last couple of weeks the water out of the taps has become very hot
(scalding).
The boiler is on on a maintenace contract with british gas. They have come
out and looked and said there is nothing that can be done. "The temperature
is dictated by the amount of gas pressure which is preset in the factory."
The temperature gauge on the front is only for central heating apparently.
Is this correct? What could have caused it to suddenly start happening?

Any advice appreciated

2006-09-05 08:14:10 · 6 answers · asked by emily_jane2379 5 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-09-05 08:13:19 · 8 answers · asked by bexy85 1 in Garden & Landscape

2006-09-05 08:10:27 · 17 answers · asked by strawberri_shortcake 3 in Garden & Landscape

I have an older light colored wall to wall carpet with many spots and stains. It's a real pain to treat the spots by hand. I've considered renting the "steam cleaners" from the grocery store or purchasing a hand held "carpet extractor". They both work the same way, spraying steaming hot water and detergent into the rug, then vacuuming it up along with the dirt or stain.

If you've used one of these - or both - please give me the benefit of your advice. How well do they clean mud and food spots, how easy are they to use, and how wet do they leave the carpet? Thanks!

2006-09-05 08:07:23 · 6 answers · asked by Samienela 3 in Cleaning & Laundry

2006-09-05 08:06:14 · 1 answers · asked by Dwight J 1 in Other - Home & Garden

2006-09-05 08:03:40 · 2 answers · asked by samroberts5127 1 in Other - Home & Garden

I am building a flowerbed with stones. One of them has moss on it, and it's really pretty. I want the moss to grow on all of the stones. Is there something in particular I can put on the stones which will encourage moss growth? I thought maybe spraying them with milk or sugar water or something... just a thought, does anyone know?

2006-09-05 08:03:04 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

2006-09-05 08:02:06 · 8 answers · asked by shark994 2 in Garden & Landscape

I went to lowes,home depot & sears i can't find OIL BASED
EXTERIOR PAINTS . I have an wooden deck that has been paint before with oil based paint and i would like to paint it again with
oil based paint .Do you have to specical order it?

2006-09-05 08:01:44 · 5 answers · asked by c lane 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I had a GE Potscrubber 680 dishwasher that either needs repaired or replaced, but wondered who out there can recommend a newer dishwasher that they are very happy with, and give me a few ideas of it's make, model, price tag, and features you LIKE that it has. If it makes any difference, I really like the Cascade "with the power of Dawn" little gel cubies for the dishwasher, they seem much better than other soaps and no measuring or mess!

2006-09-05 08:01:10 · 3 answers · asked by Giovanni 3 in Cleaning & Laundry

I can't believe this. I just moved into an apartment last week. When cleaning the kitchen, I noticed a bunch of dead roaches (maybe 20-30) in the back of the cabinet under the sink. They appeared to be pretty old, totally dessicated. I called maintenance, the guy came out, he said that when he moved in (4 yrs ago) he had the same thing, dead roaches. He said the new owner has really cleaned up the place, and he has never had any problems with roaches after that initial finding in his apartment. He said that they haven't had any other tenants complain either. So maintenance says - yes, there apparently used to be roaches here, but they're long gone. He also said that no one has lived in my apartment for at least 2 years. I set out traps 4 days ago, haven't caught anything, and after cleaning the kitchen thoroughly, no new evidence of roaches, dead or alive. I just can't stop worrying about this. Anyone have some input here?? Thanks!!!

2006-09-05 08:00:07 · 3 answers · asked by M K 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

bake before you crush them or after you crush them .
or not bake them

2006-09-05 07:56:05 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

2006-09-05 07:54:58 · 4 answers · asked by iamthemullit 2 in Decorating & Remodeling