Home & Garden - 7 September 2006

It leaks when I sit on it or stand up from it. Also, sometimes it leaks if I stomp around it too much. I know that the floor underneath it is ok.

2006-09-07 05:33:24 · 7 answers · asked by raisingirl101 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

It's a yale lock. Can I just purchase a new barrel or do I have to replace the whole thing .I'm not locked out I just cant lock it when I go out. Has anyone got any other solutions?

2006-09-07 05:31:44 · 18 answers · asked by karlos 2 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

We are looking to replace some tiles in our house, here are the specs:

Laufen International IAC Tile

DESCRIPTION:
Run 2681.2803
Frost 11936 65
10 inches x 10 inches; 3/8" thick; minimum 1/4 inch joint

We have already contacted Laufen International and they do not carry this anymore.

2006-09-07 05:27:29 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-09-07 05:25:40 · 6 answers · asked by being_e 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

My current refrigerator does not have an ice maker. I am getting a new one, which will have an ice maker. Will I have to have a water supply line installed from somewhere (like the sink area) to supply water for the water/ice dispenser, or does the refrigerator somehow magically condense humidity or something to make ice?

How does that work, anyway?

2006-09-07 05:24:35 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-09-07 05:23:57 · 6 answers · asked by patchypoo2002 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

I don't have a bagger on my lawn mower and the clippings go out into the street. I know that it doesn't look very good and eventually when I buy a new mower, I will bag it and will not have this problem any more. However, I received an anonymous letter in the mail yesterday. It was a cutout of a recent article in our local newspaper in a section where people write in and have an "expert" answer your question. The person was complaining how people shouldn't let their grass clippings blow into the yard.
I was extremely mad when I opened this letter. First it was anonymous (If you have something to tell me, tell me to my face). Second, we just had a new baby and so I spend my time with him. Third, We have lived here a year, and all but one of my neighbors has mad an effort to introduce themselves.

I have thought about going door to door and asking who sent me this and try to explain myself (new baby, time, etc..) Any suggestions on how I should handle this?????

2006-09-07 05:19:57 · 17 answers · asked by shootermcavern 2 in Garden & Landscape

I am installing a hot-tub, the documentation says it draws 46 amps on 4-wire 240 VAC. I know that a 50 amp GFI is perfect for the job. I also know that since its 240 I need a double throw breaker. When I ebayed a 50-amp double throw, I saw a double breaker with each half labled at 50 amps. It would seem to me that I was looking at a 100 amp breaker. Do I need a 25-amp double throw? Bascally, are double throws rated at the total current they draw, or at the current they draw through each leg?

2006-09-07 05:18:55 · 12 answers · asked by nitrojunkie78 4 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

waterbeds? They were the thing to have many years ago. I recently went searching for one to replace my standard bed but was shocked to find out none of the stores carried them anymore.

2006-09-07 05:17:52 · 9 answers · asked by M☆mma 4 in Decorating & Remodeling

I am making my first quilt. I bought pre-quilted material. I need the best method of attaching the quilt backside. This quilt will be a Christmas gift so want it to be really good.

2006-09-07 05:12:28 · 4 answers · asked by grandma jj 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

2006-09-07 05:08:18 · 13 answers · asked by pit_bully_lover 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-09-07 05:01:04 · 15 answers · asked by pomera 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I ONLY EAT TWICE A DAY ONLY, 1 6" SUBWAY SANDWICH (MEATBALL MARINARA WITH MANY VEGGIES) SOMETIMES INSTEAD OF THAT I EAT LEAN POCKET SUBS, ALL THIS DURING DAY TIME. THE MAIN STUFF AT NIGHT IS A SALAD(CARROTS AND LETTUCE DURING NIGHT TIME), AND IF I GET TIRED OF THE SALADS I EAT A NUTRI GRAIN NUTRITIONAL BAR. I DO NOT DRINK 8 GLASSES OF WATER A DAY. ONLY 3 OR 4.

I TRY TO JOG / WALK A MINIMUM OF 30 - 40 MINUTES A DAY 5 DAYS A WEEK. I TRY TO REST DURING THE WEEKEND, BUT SOMETIMES I GO WALKING OR PLAY SOCCER. AFTER THAT, I WORK MY ABS, I STARTED DOING ONLY 100 A DAY. NOW I CAN DO OVER 1,000 EASILY. THE SECRET OF THIS HAS BEEN THAT I HAVE BEEN CONSISTENT.

FINALLY, MY 2 HOUR DAILY WORKOUT ENDS UP WITH WEIGHTLIFTING, OVER 400 REPS FOR ARMS INCLUDING, BICEPS, TRICEPS, CHEST, LEGS, SHOULDERS AND BACK ALWAYS WITH LIGHT WEIGHT ONLY 5 POUNDS AND SOMETIMES 10 POUNDS. I THINK I CAN LOSE ANOTHER 24 POUNDS WITHIN THE NEXT 2 MONTHS.

HOW CAN I ACHIEVE THIS GOAL FASTER? I DON'T WANT TO USE PILLS.

2006-09-07 05:00:02 · 13 answers · asked by italiansmuggler 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

2006-09-07 04:57:26 · 11 answers · asked by pomera 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

We have a leather sofa that was in storage in a damp basement and now has some mold on it. We've tried a few things, but so far can't remove it. Does anyone have any suggestions that may work?

2006-09-07 04:54:24 · 8 answers · asked by queenofwands022 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-09-07 04:54:22 · 2 answers · asked by charlesmackovitch@sbcglobal.net 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

2006-09-07 04:46:31 · 1 answers · asked by hittsk 1 in Other - Home & Garden

How can I get grass to grow? I have a couple of patches that are just dirt now... also how can I make my grass greener??

2006-09-07 04:46:04 · 7 answers · asked by dayapibu 2 in Garden & Landscape

What are some pretty, not so expensive plants to plant in a shaded area. I know almost nothing about planting... any help??
Oh Yeah... and how do you plant them??

2006-09-07 04:41:47 · 6 answers · asked by dayapibu 2 in Garden & Landscape

I am trying to buy a setof steps for my patio but, the place I called said to get a 6ft wide step I would have to use a riser and I want to see what it looks like before I go and buy it

2006-09-07 04:41:07 · 2 answers · asked by pmumbower 1 in Other - Home & Garden

2006-09-07 04:40:30 · 7 answers · asked by sms1973 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

How do I display my items that I collect without things looking cluttered? I collect depression glass, jadite, fiesta wearing and anything deco from the 1920's-1940's ( mostly kitchen stuff), but I have a pretty small apartment. How do I display this stuff, without everything looking so cluttered?

2006-09-07 04:40:23 · 7 answers · asked by Isabelle F 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

I have at least four that need remedial work after becoming twisted and 'fernoxed' over the years. How could I overcome this without spending money. I've tried kicking the bottom of the door but this doesn't help by any appreciable amount.

2006-09-07 04:39:23 · 7 answers · asked by 127.0.0.1 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

What uses more energy: 1) keeping the thermostat at a steady temperature all day OR 2) installing a thermostat with a timer, raising the temp at 7 a.m. and reducing back at 3p.

2006-09-07 04:38:46 · 5 answers · asked by warmwardbound 3 in Other - Home & Garden

What would go with it best? The walls are cream and our sofa is cream too. The fireplace isn't real wood so its not a natural colour, i think its supposed to be pine though!

2006-09-07 04:32:58 · 12 answers · asked by bobhol 2 in Other - Home & Garden

furniture is dark brown...classic style, very nice and expensive piece..got a small ding on the side of the table...and some nasty scratches on top of the coffee table. and possibly on the side of the armwire.

2006-09-07 04:32:15 · 4 answers · asked by skyth 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

We have a 13 year old Weil-McLain steam boiler, model LGB-7.

first inspection report:

Flooded out the boiler on the initial inspection to test the initial
integirty of the boiler. Boiler failed the flood out test. Building
needs a new boiler . Boiler leaks where the top of the sections
have worn through.

property manager says:

He reports that the boiler is leaking badly and either needs to
be replaced before the start of the heating season or all 6 sections of the boiler need to be replaced.

My plumber:
your boiler is quite young and
it is holding water and no signs of leaks
He said call someone else
don't tell them your boiler leaks, just have them give it
an inspection.

2nd report:

start and check, brush and vacuumed burners,
cleaned pilot assemblies, sight glass, checked
flue travels, smoke? pipe pipe started and checked
operation, safety's ok, explained how to flush low
water cut off, let steam ok

2006-09-07 04:31:05 · 3 answers · asked by dogtraininghydepark 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-09-07 04:27:40 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-09-07 04:26:07 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

We had a very hot and dry Summer, although watered regularly, yet the skins on every tomato split open. why?

2006-09-07 04:25:39 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape