Home & Garden - 31 October 2006

I have a lot that slopes but I want a garage that is level. I would need to take 4-5' of slope from one side in order to level. Currently the area has a sloped concrete parking slab. Could I brace with a frame of 2 X 6's and put wood or plywood down as a floor? Not sure of the structural ramifications.

2006-10-31 04:28:58 · 14 answers · asked by Jim P 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

The drain does not close. When I can't move the little handle on the tub either up or down. When I took the face plate off it still does not move up or down. Any suggestions? Chuck

2006-10-31 04:26:47 · 3 answers · asked by Chuck 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

The house is on a steep street and my neightbour's house is higher than mine so it's coming from the difference in height at the base. It's a terraced house in Devon and not rich pickings so I thought it was quite expensive. Would sharing the cost of the treatment resolve the damp for both of us or would it need to be done from both sides?

2006-10-31 04:22:10 · 8 answers · asked by LB 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-10-31 04:20:25 · 10 answers · asked by citten 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I believe it was left on for too long. I came home and saw it plugged in but the 'on' light was not lit up (these grills don't have an on off switch). I called the company for help to no avail. They don't have a troubleshooting guide, and the website only offers the instruction manual with a few recipes. The company offered to send me a new one for $25, but I'd rather fix it myself. I opened it up to take a look, but nothing looks burnt. All the wires are clean. Should I test the wires with an electric current meter?

2006-10-31 04:17:34 · 3 answers · asked by dickdeadly 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

I'm always looking for new ways to make my house smell good.
I can't always burn candles. My favorite way to make my house smell good is to put either sented pin cones or glad refells in the heater vents. When the heat comes on it carries the smell all through the house. Thank you for your time!

2006-10-31 04:15:14 · 20 answers · asked by bllnickie 6 in Cleaning & Laundry

how can i decorate my small living room . i bougth the furniture for it, a big off white sofa with a love seat and a champain lazy chair .

2006-10-31 04:13:13 · 5 answers · asked by yazz2092006 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

are they all "ladies" or are there male lady bugs?

2006-10-31 04:10:50 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Home & Garden

We are buying replacement windows for 10 windows soon. I am extremely thorough in researching info. and trying to compare apples to apples etc. However, someone just told us to try Lowes Thermastar. By adding low e and argon gas... I think may be good product for the price... but skeptical as I know it is Pella's lowest line of replacement windows and can't seem to find reviews on them. I have had several estimates and I think they would save us close to 1000$ on 10 windows compared to others. Anyone gone with Thermastar, and if so happy so far? Such a headache...I know there are better choices out there, but would be happy if they lasted the 10 years, for the cost savings now as we need to do something now assuming they perform as intended. Any thoughts ideas etc. would be greatly appreciated. Over the wknd realized need new dryer and p.c...so in 3's it happens. Need to do all before baby 2 arrives. thank you in advance for time!

2006-10-31 04:09:27 · 2 answers · asked by erinnd 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

ive seen it in the infomercials, the little round vacuum that you can program to vacuum your house and stuff, does this really work, i have a huge house, and i am at work all day, i wanted to give it a try.

2006-10-31 04:06:14 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-10-31 04:05:26 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

I live in NYC in a Co-Op building. For some reason the Society only gives 1 main door key for a Apartment. We are 3 Room-mates & its difficult as u might understand. I don't have the card needed 2 make a copy of this type of key . I wanted to know is there a place specifically in NYC (Queens) where I can go & get a copy of the key without the card.

2006-10-31 03:58:00 · 4 answers · asked by K 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I was looking at an 18V Cordless Drill for my husband, but I don't know what kind to buy. Some are only $30.00 and others are $200.00. What is the difference? It looks like most of them come with 2 batteries and a carring case. I'm really confused. Any suggestions???

2006-10-31 03:56:33 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

What are some tips for growing grass:what kind of seeds, when, watering, etc. I live in Indiana.

2006-10-31 03:55:06 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

Trying to sourch a seat/lid combined unit for an Ideal Standard Accent range in Whisper Grey. The range is still made but the colour is now discontinued several years ago.

2006-10-31 03:54:43 · 2 answers · asked by your pete 4 in Other - Home & Garden

I has layers of wall paper on my 1950's home...Dif turns it to paste, vinager and fabric softner only helps so much. Did I mention the wall paper is a foil based? Oh, there were 5 layers and I've removed all but the last layer which is the foil paper.

2006-10-31 03:51:24 · 6 answers · asked by DayLo 3 in Decorating & Remodeling

There is a small chip at the bottom of my mirror and I would love to cover it up with decorating it. Any suggestions? Ribbon, Material???

2006-10-31 03:50:29 · 4 answers · asked by Colleen F 2 in Decorating & Remodeling

I thought they were the easiest plant. I bought a bamboo stick and I keep the water full and out of direct sunlict and its brown but it still has roots and the bottom 2 inches are still green.

2006-10-31 03:50:16 · 4 answers · asked by meggie v 2 in Garden & Landscape

How do i get super glue off my fingers please .

2006-10-31 03:49:37 · 10 answers · asked by Karen T 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

It must be good for something.

2006-10-31 03:48:21 · 2 answers · asked by arum 3 in Garden & Landscape

2006-10-31 03:46:09 · 4 answers · asked by douglasc01 2 in Garden & Landscape

2006-10-31 03:38:13 · 6 answers · asked by therealchilledenuff 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I want to add this on a ranch style home on the back

2006-10-31 03:36:32 · 1 answers · asked by john c 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

i found a slice in my air mattress and it is the only thing i have to sleep on, im a college student and don't have any furniture...is there a way tto fix the whole ive tried scotch tape and masking tape..but nothing sticks to the fabric...do you thing duck tape will stick?

2006-10-31 03:33:47 · 16 answers · asked by lilmunchkin_2008 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-10-31 03:31:59 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Decorating & Remodeling

2006-10-31 03:25:04 · 4 answers · asked by yaya_tweety0032001 1 in Garden & Landscape

I would be planting sm-med. sized trees.

2006-10-31 03:24:45 · 9 answers · asked by GeoL 2 in Garden & Landscape

what requirements does the landlord need to fulfill to keep apartment comfortable during the winter months?

2006-10-31 03:22:01 · 3 answers · asked by ? 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I have 5.5 acres that I'm having clear cut (a lumber company is paying us for our trees). Is there a good kind of meadow grass or anything else I should plant in order to keep it from eroding (it's a valley and part of a ridge/mtn.).?

2006-10-31 03:12:48 · 9 answers · asked by GeoL 2 in Garden & Landscape

2006-10-31 03:12:46 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Decorating & Remodeling