Home & Garden - 9 November 2006

2006-11-09 23:55:44 · 16 answers · asked by redcarhydro 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

When I wash my dish towels, they come clean but as soon as they get wet again they smell. That smell even gets on the dishes and my hands, so that after using a few times, I have to get new ones to avoid this. Is there anything that makes them not smell?

2006-11-09 23:50:06 · 14 answers · asked by ingramrr5 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

I believe a small hair clip is in the toilet. My Landlord and I have tried plunging & auguring the toilet. The toilet is flushing, but it isn't fast enough. What should we do now?

2006-11-09 23:47:30 · 11 answers · asked by strwrs24 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

2006-11-09 23:45:54 · 5 answers · asked by weezie156 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

At the end of each day, I have 6 or 7 Sixteen ounce plastic bottles that I have used for drinking water throughout the day.

I want to clean the bacteria out of these bottles, refill them with purified water, Cool them in the refrigerator overnight and use for drinking water the next day.

Best way to clean out bacteria and germs ????

2006-11-09 23:44:40 · 9 answers · asked by JustPeachy !!! 5 in Cleaning & Laundry

watering schedule
fertilizing schedule
full sun or partial shade
size pots
roses and peppers

2006-11-09 23:31:37 · 5 answers · asked by dark mask 1 in Garden & Landscape

Got a really cool black patent leather coat at the goodwill. Looks like someone formerly had put a duct tape design on the coat. The adhesive remains behind. Don't want to ruin the coat, but would like to avoid the dry cleaner

2006-11-09 23:29:32 · 10 answers · asked by kurvy 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

stay's the same size all the time
the flower buds disappeared
do you put it in shade or sun or partial shade

2006-11-09 23:27:22 · 3 answers · asked by dark mask 1 in Garden & Landscape

2006-11-09 23:26:54 · 6 answers · asked by kurvy 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

once a day
every 2 days
3 times a week
twice a week
once a week

2006-11-09 23:21:41 · 6 answers · asked by dark mask 1 in Garden & Landscape

I'm doing an A-level in Product Design and I am in the process of making a futon. The only thing is I have to make my own mattress and I'm not sure how to do it? Please help!!!!!!!!

2006-11-09 23:20:35 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Do It Yourself (DIY)

My partner bought me a dozen beautiful roses for my anniversary. They have been sitting in a vase at my desk for 3 days (I used the flower-food sachet that the florist gave me) I am going to take them home with me today though and was wondering if anyone knew how I could keep them alive for as long as possible?

2006-11-09 23:15:16 · 122 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

2006-11-09 23:14:30 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

After thinking problem of motor not working was fixed with new fuse, it's down again. I had to kill the power because of this awful loud noise coming from the motor every 5 minutes for about five seconds. Actually brushed me back. Relay clicks but no running motor. When I called a repair man over and turned power on a few days later it worked again. Now this morning same probelm. Help someone please. What could be wrong, this is making me insane

2006-11-09 23:13:30 · 1 answers · asked by andrew b 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

We have mice living in our chimney. Im so disgusted and freaked out that i have moved out until it is sorted. My boyfriend has caught one in a trap (set with pnut butter or choc)but we have seen more that just aint biting. We are going to try the glue that makes them stick to cardboard if they run on it and we have a pest control man coming out tomorrow - has anyone any more suggestions? I dont care if its inhumane - i dont care about micelife.

2006-11-09 23:04:47 · 18 answers · asked by sara g 1 in Other - Home & Garden

The cats are at my in-laws, so I can paint without harming them! Does anyone know how long I need to wait until I can SAFELY bring them home? I do not want them to inhale paint fumes and get sick!

2006-11-09 22:38:53 · 8 answers · asked by Dolphin73 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

Have looked at granite and some other stone coverings. Was concerned about growth between the undercounter basin and the counter top. Which type of countertop material will last the longest with little maintenance?

2006-11-09 22:37:36 · 4 answers · asked by mary 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

The house is a two story barn style that needs leveling. Sheet vinyl in kitchen but what in bedrooms and living room?

2006-11-09 22:25:55 · 3 answers · asked by duemoore 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

Furthermore, even if i press start again it never finishes the cycle. It appears to get stuck in the 'washing' cycle and not being able to complete the chosen program. I didn't buy the washing machine, it was in the house I bought earlier this year so I don't have any further information I'm afraid. I am in the UK, and more specifically London.

2006-11-09 22:17:44 · 2 answers · asked by apaxinou 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-11-09 22:08:48 · 14 answers · asked by neeway2000 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I don't want to place pictures on either wall.

2006-11-09 21:56:30 · 4 answers · asked by nunya 3 in Decorating & Remodeling

2006-11-09 21:55:50 · 18 answers · asked by sad_but_pretty 2 in Decorating & Remodeling

The cupboard is around 4ft x 4ft. I'm not sure if the freezer would need a bigger space for more air circulation. Thanks in advance for any help.

2006-11-09 21:55:39 · 8 answers · asked by skryla 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

2006-11-09 21:41:20 · 9 answers · asked by Hoffers 2 in Other - Home & Garden

I would like to replace a particular heater with the same model, it is a small square grey ceramic 1500W fan heater, it has three controls on the top side,fan speed, thermostat and push button on/off. The only name printed is 'Thermal 2001' on the bottom a label says 'Thermal 2000'
I would be grateful for any help in tracking down the maker or supplier.

2006-11-09 21:39:30 · 1 answers · asked by jofrs12 1 in Other - Home & Garden

my boyfriend's friend is a glzier and has taken the job of fitting our cat flap into our patio doors as would do it cheaper for us. however its now been over 3 weeks and it still not done and the price has risen from apprx £100 - £110 to £170 apparently its because the glass is thicker than usual and they have had to call in specialists, im just wondering if it would of been just as expensive if we'd called in professionals but could of had it done 2 weeks ago! can anyone help??

2006-11-09 21:17:11 · 7 answers · asked by sweetness 3 in Decorating & Remodeling

Do we have to have a qualified electrician ? Thank you.

2006-11-09 21:00:54 · 93 answers · asked by Tonyg 2 in Other - Home & Garden

as this is the maxium width that i can go tryed all diy stores but they dont stock this size tryed some internet sites but to no avail

2006-11-09 20:38:33 · 2 answers · asked by porterboy 2 in Decorating & Remodeling

It backs onto a sheltered footpath and kids seem to take pleasure in smashing holes in the panels as they walk by. Not to mention the traditional grafitti which has also appeared on the pieces that are left! Killing or maiming them is not an option but any other ideas would be welcome. Repairing the fence is becoming expensive and just seems to encourage them. Every fence in the lane is suffering so it's becoming a big problem. The kids laugh and run away when challenged by anyone. The police can't do anything unless the kids are caught in the act of damaging property. All I want to do is build a fence and protect it from damage. Maybe I should make it iron railings with barbed wire???? :-(

2006-11-09 20:27:02 · 27 answers · asked by Pixxxie 4 in Maintenance & Repairs

My radiators are not working properly I think they have bubbles in them. The top half is fine, while the bottom is cold. How do I release it? Its a Danfloss raditator. Expert help please!

2006-11-09 20:22:46 · 3 answers · asked by bikbokkop 2 in Maintenance & Repairs