Home & Garden - 24 November 2006

2006-11-24 05:54:43 · 2 answers · asked by silvershine29 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

My son wrote on my brand new sneakers. They are white sneakers with black soles and black nike signs.

2006-11-24 05:50:50 · 6 answers · asked by sawanti 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

I am on the market looking to buy a house. I just may have found the "perfect" house. It has EVERYTHING I want, size, parking, LOCATION, but has electric baseboards in the whole house!!! I imagine they did this since it was built in '87 (which is great for Massachusetts- everything is old here with lead paint)
How much is it to change out the entire heating system in a 3 level 1900 sq ft house (ballpark) I would use central heat and central air (why not) unless an alternative method of gas heating was significantly lower. I am keeping in mind it will cost me $20k-$30k to de-lead another home since I have kids, this isn't the case in this house since it was built after 1979. Any ball park number for those who know about construction would be great.

2006-11-24 05:47:52 · 7 answers · asked by LindseyAG 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

Hello,
Im thinking of buying either a Proxxon or Dremmel for use with making metal crafts.

Ive seen plenty of Dremmel stuff. But someone recommended Proxxon.

Anyone know anything about Proxxon?

Whats the difference between the two makes if any?
What would be the one that would last the longest and not fall to bits? Also easy enough to get accessories etc.

Thanks

2006-11-24 05:39:18 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Do It Yourself (DIY)

what do you put into a christmas trees water to make it more greener or live longer because i know for sure you put something in it and im quessing vinegar but im not sure

2006-11-24 05:38:37 · 8 answers · asked by tinkerbell 2 in Garden & Landscape

Uh, I bought a 24V B&D power drill at Target for $39, wondering if it's worth the money.

2006-11-24 05:36:28 · 9 answers · asked by Tam Nguyen 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

Can anyone tell me which will make a gas bill higher, fire place, or furnace????

2006-11-24 05:30:02 · 7 answers · asked by mcnees79 3 in Other - Home & Garden

My house has a gas hot water tank. When I get up first thing in the morning, I can turn the hot water tap on and even after letting it run for a few minutes, it still doesn't get all that hot. The water is hot enough to do dishes, but not as hot as it should be. But once I've used some hot water out of the tank, that seems to "wake it up" and then it realizes that it needs to turn on in order to heat the tank. So then it starts to heat up and it seems fine for the rest of the day.

Is this normal, or is there something wrong with my hot water tank? Thanks for any help!

2006-11-24 05:29:34 · 16 answers · asked by Raindrop 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

Is this safe?

2006-11-24 05:29:16 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

should i go out with my shrink

2006-11-24 05:29:02 · 10 answers · asked by simmy 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

I am thinking about buying a space heater now that the weather is getting cold. I was wonding if anyone can help me with this matter. Which is more energy efficient? Which one heats the room faster?

2006-11-24 05:16:02 · 1 answers · asked by stellar_sky2 1 in Other - Home & Garden

I want to buy a sewing machine, but I am not sure which one is the best for your money. Are there any websites that help you compare prices and features for sewing machines? Thanks!

2006-11-24 05:09:15 · 2 answers · asked by Sugar_Mama 3 in Decorating & Remodeling

Getting ready to lay it in a new shower,will tile over it.I have a sheet rock knife,sheet rock saw,wet tile saw,and a diamond blade on my 4" grinder.What do I use to make a clean edge?

2006-11-24 05:09:14 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Do It Yourself (DIY)

been trying to fix it all day and nothing has worked?! also there are two light switches in the room but one of them has never worked... do we need to rewire or rearrange something?? =S thanks for any help or ideas!

2006-11-24 05:07:30 · 2 answers · asked by yellowbelly821 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

I am varnishing a brand new unfinished wood door using Man O War Marine Spar Varnish. I am appling it using a fairly decent brush with slow even strokes. I keep getting tiny little bubbles on the surface.

2006-11-24 05:03:41 · 6 answers · asked by jd1 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

I will be decorating my room with the help of some of my girlfriends and I really want to get rid of my in-built table *** cupboards. Is there some kind of chemical that can loosen the hold between the table and the wall? Its an all-girls feat so I'mhoping not too much strength is needed for this :) Please tell me if there are any dangers involved in handling the chemicals.. and anthing else that is related to this.

2006-11-24 05:01:55 · 4 answers · asked by *~liYana~* 3 in Decorating & Remodeling

2006-11-24 05:00:31 · 2 answers · asked by ALLISON M 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

menory lanes scraping stamps

2006-11-24 04:59:55 · 3 answers · asked by ksandoffsky 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

I never usually have big period's but i guess this one was really big and it went throw two sheets and thru the matress.. how do i get the blood stain out the matress ? thanks..

2006-11-24 04:58:31 · 8 answers · asked by sweetk1ssz 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

2006-11-24 04:53:06 · 20 answers · asked by kllyrau 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

I have a shelf above the kitchen countertop and it got wet because it's near the sink. the Poly has worn off after 7 years. What are the correct steps in order to sand it, to finishing it properly. I sanded it down with an orbital sander and restained it and it looks like crap, it's tacky and spotty. Please give me the correct steps from A to Z on how to properly do this right. Please be specific on when I sand,etc.. I want it to be Classic Oak Finish with some kind of poly on it to make it smooth. Thanks

2006-11-24 04:46:50 · 1 answers · asked by rob b 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

Alright folks - I need a little help and some inspiration. I have recently come to the conclusion that I have too many material posessions, clothing, and junk! I really want to get rid of it so that I can't only have the basics- but I feel like I can't.

Every few months, I go through my closets (2 walk-ins) and try to fill up a bag to donate...but I always have a hard time! Some of the things I have, I never wore...so I feel like I owe it to my credit card debt to keep them. I know that I'm silly...but I really can't get over this fear of throwing things out!!

**I wish that I could have a garage sale, but the place that i live doesn't allow it**

Any suggestions/personal stories would be greatly appreciated!!

2006-11-24 04:34:42 · 15 answers · asked by Lizzy 3 in Cleaning & Laundry

2006-11-24 04:34:39 · 3 answers · asked by leon h 1 in Garden & Landscape

A shower running off your combi boiler.
Or an electric shower, say about 8KW.

The price of gas seems to be going up a lot. Electric seems a bit more stable.
But which is cheaper minute per minute.

2006-11-24 04:31:46 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Home & Garden

2006-11-24 04:20:54 · 13 answers · asked by hastingsbj 1 in Garden & Landscape

Stupid Landlord..need legal advise HHHEEELLLPP?

My appartment in going to the birds, ever since i moved in its been one thing after another. The hot water tank busted, the racks in the closet fell, the washer and dryer werent working properly, the sink in the kitchen "fell out" cause it was not properly installed, and now ever since they installed a new garbage disposal in the sink, i have very very slow drainage. it was slow before, but its worse now. I turn it on and it shoots water in the air on the other side. Also the "new" thermostat that installed, 2 months ago is not working. The dishwasher is not bolted into the counters so it falls out if you dont hold it while loading, and its getting a lil cold in here cause the "new" thermostat isnt installed right. I know this is florida but it gets cold here sometimes. I've only told him over and over about it but obviously nothing is getting done. what should i do??

2006-11-24 04:03:13 · 8 answers · asked by pretyboiricky 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

Im trying to find out the year my house was built. It may be Victorian, is there anywhere on the web I can look?

2006-11-24 04:01:15 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Home & Garden

i am finishing my basement this december and i need help. i don't know where to start, and what to do, i want to put up drywall and put in some cabinets and a marble counter, can anyone show me where i can find info on basement finishing, and/or a website, etc. PLEASE SOMEONE HELP/////

2006-11-24 03:57:57 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Do It Yourself (DIY)

You can put something in, set the time and everyting works except it's not heating the food, why?

2006-11-24 03:50:13 · 13 answers · asked by Silent.K 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-11-24 03:46:45 · 1 answers · asked by blueroseinbloom 1 in Other - Home & Garden