Home & Garden - 26 December 2006

I have read that water-based radiators are much more efficient and pleasant than forced air, but I can't find comparisons for steam radiators. With steam, you can not control the temperature of individual radiators (so some rooms are terribly overheated while others are freezing) and boilers are apparently often oversized because they were installed/sized before the invention of double-hung windows and other weather proofing devices resulting in a lot of waste. In addition, all of the people in our building keep different hours, which means that many of us are paying for heat we do not use and sometimes do not want (like at night). Our heating bill is enormous--in the neighborhood of $300-$400 a month per unit for a 1200s ft apt. Also, none of us have central air, which would be a great benefit to having forced air heat (use the same ducts for a/c). I believe central AC would also be more efficient. Does anyone know what makes the most financial sense or where to look for answers?

2006-12-26 16:05:00 · 4 answers · asked by chi_chica 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

Stupid Thing, Didn't realize there was any cat litter there and I got it wet cleaning it. Damed If It didn't turn the Beige Carpet Dark brown. And Sticky, Like Mud. Used resolve On it thinking that would help, But That only Made it worse, because The rug was Wet, and The resolve Is Liquid, Which Didn't Help Matters Much. I obviously need to let it dry, Just want tips On what else to do. Thanks In Advance.

2006-12-26 16:01:38 · 5 answers · asked by Oopaack 3 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

2006-12-26 15:49:14 · 13 answers · asked by Scott 1 in Other - Home & Garden

It is called a bull dog 725 mini wheel loader articulated 4 by 4 bucket orops gas engine

2006-12-26 15:25:37 · 3 answers · asked by lightingstrikesdj 1 in Garden & Landscape

I need to buy paint for the whole interior of my home...what's the best choice for cheapest?

2006-12-26 15:24:36 · 12 answers · asked by Tebelis4u 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

It is exceptionally windy here tonight with winds 30-40 MPH, and smoke is blowing down chimney. Wood burning stove with Catalytic converter....what the hells going on?

2006-12-26 15:17:11 · 3 answers · asked by david c 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I recently replaced the flapper and the float on my toilet and now it only refills the full amount every other time and flushes every other time. Why is this and what could I have done wrong?

2006-12-26 15:15:06 · 6 answers · asked by Chelle 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-12-26 15:03:59 · 13 answers · asked by ...Tell Me 2 in Other - Home & Garden

2006-12-26 14:57:12 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cleaning & Laundry

my shirts always get them near the shoulders. how can i prevent this? how can i fix it when it does happen without washing the clean shirt?

2006-12-26 14:53:35 · 11 answers · asked by um yea hi 4 in Cleaning & Laundry

2006-12-26 14:47:19 · 8 answers · asked by george 1 in Garden & Landscape

2006-12-26 14:46:39 · 3 answers · asked by Kevin K 1 in Garden & Landscape

2006-12-26 14:44:17 · 12 answers · asked by Sherry N 1 in Other - Home & Garden

I just put grass seed down and it is going to ruin my tomato plants! How am i going to clean this up?!?!? (crying) :-(

2006-12-26 14:41:10 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

2006-12-26 14:30:36 · 5 answers · asked by henrydec1 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

Any ideas on how to get moldy smells from a waterbed out of carpet?

2006-12-26 14:20:57 · 4 answers · asked by niko 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

2006-12-26 14:12:29 · 12 answers · asked by lisacovie 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

will my bamboo plant die if i cut the roots off

2006-12-26 14:09:40 · 7 answers · asked by Lorraine T 1 in Other - Home & Garden

It is horrible. The cat must have jumped in while I was putting clothes in the dryer. It is just horrible. I don't know what to do now. My husband got her out and threw out all of the clothes, but now what? How do I clean it? Can I use the dryer? Uugh. It is just terrible. What do I do? Poor kitty.

2006-12-26 14:09:07 · 17 answers · asked by aloevera 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

The fuse is for a Sears Proform Spacesaver.

2006-12-26 14:08:45 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

I have homeworks to make cross stich. I'm just a beginner and don't know easy pattern to make...does anyone know any free cross stich's websites??? Please......

2006-12-26 14:07:08 · 3 answers · asked by dizakhairina 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

2006-12-26 14:05:19 · 2 answers · asked by henrydec1 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I accidentally spilled water on a piece of paper that was lying on my kitchen counter, which is made out of wood. There is some kind of protective glaze on the wood, I think. The ink on the piece of paper ran, and now I can't figure out how to clean it off from the counter. Can you help? Thanks very much.

2006-12-26 14:03:58 · 8 answers · asked by DSu 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

I just ordered some seeds from Burpee. Do you guys like any others? They do not have a very exotic election.

2006-12-26 14:03:21 · 10 answers · asked by copestir 7 in Garden & Landscape

2006-12-26 14:02:30 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

Coffee oil stains are the problem.

2006-12-26 14:00:17 · 31 answers · asked by punjab 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

I have replace eht flapper valve inthe tank, however the water still seaps inot the bown from the rim. Can I get help on how to stop the water. My water bill is getting high.

2006-12-26 13:56:47 · 13 answers · asked by orlandojose 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

Have tried vinegar, bleach, pinesol, etc.

2006-12-26 13:49:36 · 11 answers · asked by pyt_tlc 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-12-26 13:35:07 · 9 answers · asked by Clara S 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

2006-12-26 13:32:51 · 7 answers · asked by Michele B 1 in Cleaning & Laundry