Home & Garden - 22 September 2006

2006-09-22 05:34:36 · 8 answers · asked by turtle 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

I have a small rose bush that my mom bought for me from the grocery store. I had it indoors and it almost completely died. I then planted it in a larger pot and put it outdoors on my porch and it has done wonderful since. Now that winter is coming I'll have to bring it back in or it will die. Does anyone have any useful tips for keeping it alive indoors?

2006-09-22 05:23:06 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

I am literally living in one of the poorest neighborhoods. I have no kitchen cabinets b/c I couldn't afford a more expensve apartment. I am living on a very limited budget and cannot afford to buy cabinets. Freecycle Poster had metal cabinets to offer but refused to let me p/u because I wanted to use them in my kitchen, said they belong in basement or garage because she felt they weren't asthetically pleasing enough.She simply refused to let me make my own mind up. This is on freecycle where we're supposed to be keeping things out of the landfill. I have had to live with aesthetically unpleasant furniture, cabinets, etc. before. I knew what I was getting yet she insisting on making the decision on whether or not it was worth it to me - someone several levels beneath her tax bracket - to pick up these cabinets.

2006-09-22 05:18:48 · 4 answers · asked by Sandy D 2 in Other - Home & Garden

2006-09-22 05:16:42 · 9 answers · asked by matone1 2 in Other - Home & Garden

2006-09-22 05:15:59 · 15 answers · asked by know-it-all 2 in Other - Home & Garden

I really think it is getting less hot. At first I thought it was just a perception phenomenon but this is the second house we have had it.

Our water is heated with natural gas.

2006-09-22 05:08:58 · 6 answers · asked by wishiwerewest 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

from loritremain@yahoo.com

2006-09-22 05:08:11 · 5 answers · asked by curlyq1 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

My son is 3 months old and up to this point I've been doing his laundry seperately from mine. Do I still need to do this? I don't much care, I suppose, whether I use Dreft or adult detergent like Tide, but I'm tired of doing extra loads of laundry, when his clothes could easily fit in with mine. Should I worry about formula stains from his clothes getting on mine?

2006-09-22 05:07:50 · 15 answers · asked by tish 3 in Cleaning & Laundry

I live in New England. My white vinyl siding has developed small black spots on it. They are about the size of a pin head and are raised. You can scrape the raised portion off and they feel soft but they leave behind a black spot. Nothing seems to remove them. I have tried several cleaners, scrubbing and pressure washing. They are not a mold as bleach products have no effect. Someone said it may be sap from a nearby pine tree but I tried a bug and tar remover with no luck. I was also told that it may be spores from the mulch spread in the flower bed below. Any suggestions?

2006-09-22 05:05:24 · 2 answers · asked by Mike 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

I need to sell ASAP. I packed up most of my things and put them in storage. Then my mother moved in with me and I put most of hers in storage. (Two 10X20 storage units for $187.50) My house is still FULL and I can't afford another storage unit and the fix up and repair costs. I have my sick mom, a teenage daughter, an 11 month old child, myself, and no unpaid help. Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated.

2006-09-22 05:02:16 · 12 answers · asked by MostBlessedOne 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-09-22 04:56:20 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

I have a tree in my front garden just by the road and a neighbour keeps saying it can't be that high. Is she correct - or is she getting confused - perhaps with the maximum height of fences between gardens? I see lots of tall trees around everywhere - can you think of any legal height restriction which could relate to this?

2006-09-22 04:54:57 · 11 answers · asked by big pup in a small bath 4 in Garden & Landscape

In a rental property, there is a lot of burned on, old food under the burners when I lift the range top. How do I clean it?

2006-09-22 04:52:51 · 10 answers · asked by Lynne B 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

2006-09-22 04:52:33 · 4 answers · asked by punchbug34 2 in Garden & Landscape

2006-09-22 04:47:20 · 8 answers · asked by tmw1379 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

PVC pipe leaking, very hard to take apart due to location. Any way to add solvent from outside of pipe?

2006-09-22 04:43:14 · 7 answers · asked by Gerald B 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

to start with a "w" and work from there? I saw this on hgtv and I didnt know if it just came out better or used less paint or what???

2006-09-22 04:42:50 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Decorating & Remodeling

I am working with a South Florida community that is thinking of putting in some Crape Myrtle Trees. Perhaps, 20-40 around their community. I have heard that if the winter is not very mild, they lose their leaves and look bare. However, I also heard that and they would only stay bare for a few months. Can you please give me your opinion on the Crape Myrtle Tree. The community likes very colorful, flowery, and full trees. They are strongly leaning towards the Crape Myrtle but I don't want to see them end up with a "Charlie Brown Christmas Tree". Thanks!

2006-09-22 04:42:27 · 14 answers · asked by ManOfTheHour 5 in Garden & Landscape

My lawn has a number of tree roots breaking the ground. Not only is it a bumpy mowing exercise but also takes away some from the appearance of the lawn. I am considering covering the roots with mud and putting grass seeds on the mud pile. Any other suggestions? I am not about to cut all the trees in my yard, so please don't suggest that.

2006-09-22 04:39:56 · 3 answers · asked by freezin_pluto 1 in Garden & Landscape

any idea on to get get rid of YUCCAS? have tried everything. my husband has even dug to get the roots. they keep coming back. what do we do/

2006-09-22 04:35:26 · 5 answers · asked by mamma bird 3 in Garden & Landscape

jThe mold is on the outside and inside-also, will reapplying
water repellant continue to be effective? What is the best way to keep mold at bay after it is removed?

2006-09-22 04:30:57 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-09-22 04:24:15 · 2 answers · asked by Shawna U 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

2006-09-22 04:20:33 · 6 answers · asked by dscast1 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

like.......winters...........are they like cold or freezing............ (details please)........& sumers..............are they like really hot?......(details please)............thank you! =- )!!!

2006-09-22 04:19:38 · 4 answers · asked by *CHELSEA* 3 in Other - Home & Garden

I have a 4 year old Mock Orange. The tag that was on it called it "Philadelphus". I have only every had one bloom on it . The fall before I did a major pruning on it, hoping that might help. It looks healthy and is growing well but is not growing out of control. Can someone offer me some help. The mock oranges I see growing everywhere are full of bloom......

2006-09-22 04:19:38 · 5 answers · asked by daredheadedwench 2 in Garden & Landscape

Shh.... listen....

There it goes again!

2006-09-22 04:08:09 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Home & Garden

2006-09-22 04:04:27 · 2 answers · asked by krystyna_long 2 in Decorating & Remodeling

2006-09-22 04:02:16 · 3 answers · asked by brea 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I need a fridge or fridge/freezer that can be kept in a garage and/or a cold kitchen. Most fridge/freezers seem to only operate between 10 - 30 degrees and stop working in cold conditions.
Can you help me track one down?

2006-09-22 04:00:19 · 7 answers · asked by 1 1 in Other - Home & Garden

2006-09-22 03:58:53 · 3 answers · asked by ali h 1 in Decorating & Remodeling