Home & Garden - 26 November 2006

I bought a used suitcase in really great shape, but when I got it home I realized it smells like ben-gay or Vicks vapo-rub. I wiped it off and aired it out but then stored it away for about 2 weeks and the odor is back. What can I do to get rid of the smell for good? Thanks for your help.

2006-11-26 18:33:53 · 6 answers · asked by Ginger D 3 in Cleaning & Laundry

Someone I've casually dated for a few weeks is finally coming over to my place tomorrow night. I want my apartment to look presentable and nice. Besides the usual cleaning/sleeping, is there a quick way to "revamp" my place to look classy & cozy at the same time? In a short amount of time? Thanks

2006-11-26 18:12:08 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Decorating & Remodeling

I have exposed Eves what would be the best way to cover them so mice, birds, wasps etc dont live in the roof.
I still want the air flow without the pests.

2006-11-26 18:09:10 · 2 answers · asked by A Lady Dragon 5 in Other - Home & Garden

Sure we can use candles and Gas lamps. Which i have used.
Although i was looking for something less dangerous more natural.

Solar power seems pretty awsome but i dont want messy batteries, plus im worried about the acid from the batteries unless they have a better system for storing the energy now days.

As we are always having power outages. Normally at night around tea time in summer, so im looking for something friendly and easy to use, as the electricity companys arent helping.
Cooking is ok i have a Gas Stove top so i can always get that part sorted..
Just cooking by candle light or a tourch isnt that easy.
So any hints.. Please throw them at me.

2006-11-26 17:55:54 · 2 answers · asked by A Lady Dragon 5 in Other - Home & Garden

2006-11-26 17:48:17 · 3 answers · asked by FAQer 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

We have a gas fireplace, and our house has high celings where I think we loose a lot of heat. I heard if you turn on the celing fan to a low setting it will help push the heat back down to the floor. Does that really work, and does it need to be set clock-wise, or ccw?

2006-11-26 17:42:51 · 6 answers · asked by Cris Tee 2 in Other - Home & Garden

Scale of 1-10...I'm probably a 6.....am I crazy? Is this normal?

2006-11-26 17:42:27 · 9 answers · asked by McBeth 3 in Cleaning & Laundry

Am I able to Lay down Ceramic/Porcelain Tiles directly on top of vinyl tiles. If So are there special material that I need to use.

Even though the floor is in the basement, it seems that the vinyl is laid over wood, rather than concerete.

Thanks for your answer.

2006-11-26 17:41:35 · 9 answers · asked by demaissoneuve 2 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I want it to feel summer like!

2006-11-26 17:40:41 · 5 answers · asked by Mr. Yahoo 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

I want one that light and easy to push.

2006-11-26 17:33:44 · 9 answers · asked by kathycallaway2002 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

2006-11-26 17:24:28 · 1 answers · asked by shela p 1 in Garden & Landscape

Vinyl or wood siding Which one is better looking?

2006-11-26 17:19:36 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Decorating & Remodeling

..While going to college I decided to rent a small efficiency than living in the dorms. Anyways, my problem is the small space & where to put my clothes. Most of my them are still in a suitcase & others, are crammed into a small closet. I was thinking of getting some sort of a small dresser, because I have less than 4 ft of room space on the one wall, but 1 major factor is that I don't have much money to work with (afterall Im in college) & the small dressers at Walmart & Target are over $70. I also dont know the city well enough to go looking for garage sales, & its around winter & they don't have very many. Since Im renting, I cannot build any sort of shelving or make holes in the walls, without paying for it when I move out. I was also thinking of plastic containers, but its too much of a hassle unless they have drawers on them & all I can find with drawers on them are too small. Any ideas of what I could do or where I could shop for something cheap? I live in Little Rock, btw.

2006-11-26 17:12:46 · 6 answers · asked by Jessi 2 in Other - Home & Garden

When i lift the vent there is a type of cylinder and it has a small silver button. there is no thermostat that I know of, just vents. Just moved in and its cold!! Please help!

2006-11-26 17:08:19 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

I am re-doing my upstairs and downstairs hallway,and i have radiator covers,i want to paint them-but have been told that i need a heat resistant paint...so i figured duron would be the people to go to , only the one i knew about on P street in n.w. Washington is no longer there, (help)

2006-11-26 17:03:06 · 2 answers · asked by lynn 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

it's an old trick~~~~~~HINT} just a teaspoon will do.

2006-11-26 16:45:12 · 4 answers · asked by The Saint 3 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

2006-11-26 16:44:14 · 3 answers · asked by jshep92 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

is there a easy way to keep white shoe as clean as possible in long term?

2006-11-26 16:33:12 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cleaning & Laundry

My roommate is freakingout because she's never used a pilot light and the flame being constantly on is freaking her out, could some one explain how it stays where it is with out lighting the rest of the house on fire? She's afraid it's going to light the wall on fire.We have a wall thermostat.

I keep telling her it's fine but she wont believe me...

2006-11-26 16:32:50 · 6 answers · asked by pixi_doll 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

I live in an older apartment building and I have a gas stove and a gas furnace, does the pilot light always stay on in the stove and furnace? Is this safe?

2006-11-26 16:19:56 · 8 answers · asked by heather 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

I just recently purchased a home, there are alot of imperfections on the walls. I was told by one of the roofers I should consider texturizing to cover them up.

Does anybody have any helpfull hint on how to do this or know of any sites that give step-by-step instructions?

2006-11-26 15:56:25 · 6 answers · asked by jaden2003 3 in Decorating & Remodeling

i have a bed..and the frame has wheels and i have wood floors so the bed moves alot! how do i stop the bed from moving? do i put somthing under there? please help me..its annoying!

2006-11-26 15:52:15 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Decorating & Remodeling

I need to find out if my firel control panel at works has been reseted.

2006-11-26 15:50:29 · 2 answers · asked by Chucky 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I am getting a day bed in my spare bedroom, but need an easy and quick way to join the bed and trundle when I have couples visit. I have seen a product that is designed for this purpose, but it seems overpriced. Does anyone have tips on doing this easily and on my own?

Also, when twins are put together, what size sheets will fit? King or California King?

2006-11-26 15:49:52 · 2 answers · asked by khender 2 in Decorating & Remodeling

provided by th pilot light ?

2006-11-26 15:42:57 · 1 answers · asked by nick 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

Late at night I have a raccoon digging under my home. I have heard to get rid of them you can use coyote urine to make them feel threatened and they pack up and find a different home. Has anyone ever used coyote urine? If so did it work? Are there any other methods that were successful for you without hurting them? Please help before they have babies under my house!!

2006-11-26 15:41:38 · 13 answers · asked by l'il mama 5 in Other - Home & Garden

What is the best R value for the Missouri, and what are any steps to install or any handy tips on instulation.

2006-11-26 15:29:12 · 6 answers · asked by jeff p 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

wood used is hard wood

2006-11-26 15:27:08 · 4 answers · asked by harvinder s 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

I was thinking of buying one for my mother as a christmas gift, but I'm skeptical. Do they actually work as well as a regular vacuum? What about pet hair? Do you have to empty it constantly?

2006-11-26 15:24:41 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cleaning & Laundry

What kind of bonsai to start with?
What makes a bonsai expensive?
What is a good kind of bonsai to have?

Thank you for your help

2006-11-26 15:21:45 · 7 answers · asked by Sebinla 2 in Other - Home & Garden