Home & Garden - 27 December 2006

The plaster has cracked over the drywall from the cracks underneath. The house foundations don't have any cracks in them, but something obviously shifted. For right now, I would just like to fix the cracks, and would like to know a good way to go about it. Last time, I got some plaster, and put it over the crack and then painted on that, but it has opened up again slightly, so I figure there must be some better way. Any suggestions?

2006-12-27 19:54:26 · 9 answers · asked by thefilmcomposer 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-12-27 19:41:31 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

how much does the i beam cost and what size would i use to replace 2 x 8 wooden floor joist. I have sixteen joist and i also want ot know how many beams i would need and if thist is even a good to do ?

2006-12-27 19:21:56 · 7 answers · asked by marylandterpnnebraska 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

Okay my sister is the biggest slob ever.
I went away for 2 months and when I came back I come to find that she didnt clean my dishes since when I left 2 months ago.

Im throwing away all forks spoons and butter knives and cups, but I have this china like plates setting and knives set, and some stainless still cookware that I really cant afford to throw away.

Anyone know what the best way to clean these is?

I was thinking since lysol kills 99% of all germs can I spray everything with lysol and then wash everything like twice.
Or can I use bleach.

Anyone tell me how I can clean all this stuff.
I spent like 200 on everything and like I said I cant afford to just replace it all.

2006-12-27 19:21:48 · 11 answers · asked by a_l_m_o_s_t_famous 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

I want to put a brick edge around my lawn but it is going to cost a fortune! The small decking area I had in mind will cost over £60...why is creativity so expensive!

I know it's not really a question but I just want to vent my frustration!

2006-12-27 19:18:51 · 9 answers · asked by soggykipper 2 in Garden & Landscape

2006-12-27 19:16:32 · 5 answers · asked by deepak d 1 in Other - Home & Garden

2006-12-27 19:00:34 · 11 answers · asked by blossom 2 in Garden & Landscape

Has anyone bought a Eurotech that didn't break down and require a new motor or system replacement periodically?

2006-12-27 18:59:48 · 2 answers · asked by lindakflowers 6 in Cleaning & Laundry

I'm getting a new, smaller bed and will have more room. I've got 3 bookshelves, a computer desk, a tv stand, a lamp stand, and a 2-seater wicker thing. it's a lot of clutter!

2006-12-27 18:58:13 · 9 answers · asked by Heron By The Sea 7 in Decorating & Remodeling

for use in houses where electricity is generated by generators and the use of inverters.

2006-12-27 18:44:53 · 4 answers · asked by sjurbanjr 1 in Other - Home & Garden

we have oil heat but it seems to go so fast, what can i do to keep my house insulated enough so it dosent drift out? also i live in bfe idaho.

2006-12-27 18:34:44 · 5 answers · asked by kirdin0001 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I need to replace one and by looking at my choices, the two i have to choose from are identical except, one is called a tr and the other is a uf. Whats the diff?

2006-12-27 18:15:40 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

ok i have this pepper plant that was given to me 8 years ago it is tall 6 feet 5 inches tall . my uncle said he got it as a gift from an indian guy. peppers are about 1 inch long green and turn red when mature. they are Very Very hot plant produces pepper all year round in the sun rain wind nothing seems to kill this plant.
does anybody know what kind of pepper i have?

2006-12-27 18:13:45 · 3 answers · asked by soybart 1 in Garden & Landscape

2006-12-27 18:13:22 · 5 answers · asked by tundrajules838 1 in Other - Home & Garden

There are places around my house that I'm repairing to stop squirrels from coming into the attic, but the little critters are in several places and I don't want to close them up inside the attic since they will die and cause a horrible odor or chew another hole somewhere and still keep their 'home' in my home. I thought about using some type of bait that causes them to seek water, which them kills them, but I don't want to get that drastic, if possible. Do things like Blood meal or Coyote smelling packs drive squirrels away, and if they do, will they leave a strong smell in the house that might drive us away too? Any suggestions will be appreciated.

2006-12-27 18:05:22 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

i am moving to sierra leone, the poorest country in the world. there will be no electricity where i will be. if i buy a 12v solar charger and a 12v (we'll say flourescent) light capable of creating as many lumens as a 60w light bulb, how many hours of light can i provide each night (assuming 14 hours of sunlight)? any additional suggestions for off the grid power are very welcome.

2006-12-27 18:04:19 · 5 answers · asked by Christian Wolfe 2 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

Please Help! Trying to remove screws from my top bunkbed to take it apart. One of the screws is so worn out and the electric screwdriver just tears away more little chunks of metal, making it worse. Other than sodering, is there a practical way to take the screwdrive out???

2006-12-27 17:52:12 · 9 answers · asked by Chuck N 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

barn dance


"feel the intensity" wwe heat

2006-12-27 17:45:49 · 6 answers · asked by Robert P 1 in Garden & Landscape

2006-12-27 17:43:47 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cleaning & Laundry

My new Years Resolution to to consistently keep my place tidy but I don't know know since I did not do this growing up. My parents are pack rats that use duck tape to keep out the drafts! Yuck! I just need some organization skills. What do you do in your house?

2006-12-27 17:18:38 · 17 answers · asked by dixie_231 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

The house I am thinking of would have 8 sides kind of like the end of some crystals. In the middle would be a pool in a similar shape. The front of course would be the entrance and on the back I would have an addition added that would be rectangular in length which would be my art studio and greenhouse. Is this possible?

2006-12-27 17:14:49 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Home & Garden

When we bought the sofa, they put this protector spray on it, and it seems to help spills and what not, but I would like to clean it. We have an English bulldog, and you know dogs, they slobber and drool on everything. So how do I do it without harming the suede? Thanks.

2006-12-27 17:14:40 · 2 answers · asked by cantpickjustone 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

I need to get some pieces of wood to a smaller thickness. Some pieces are only 5"X3"X.75" and they need to be 5"X3"X.50", what is the best tool and how do I prevent the piece from flying off.

2006-12-27 17:07:46 · 7 answers · asked by Alex L 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

It's a tiny bathroom with terrible wiring and I'm not a electrican. I need a easy way to FULLY light the bathroom. It has high ceilings, so I can't get to the top of the room. What can I do?

2006-12-27 17:07:03 · 7 answers · asked by boy3999 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I am about litte under six feet when I wear boots or my slipper my head some times hit the heating pipes. I have bearly enough space to move the pipes up without compromising the return drain from the radiators. I would like to close of the basement ceiling. please help .

Thank you

2006-12-27 17:03:36 · 5 answers · asked by rolton j 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

How do we take care of this beauty?It has small white flowers with a blackish"tounge".

2006-12-27 17:02:14 · 1 answers · asked by gypsycricket 4 in Other - Home & Garden

Can anyone tell me how to take apart a light bulb? Is it even possible without braking it?

2006-12-27 16:55:11 · 9 answers · asked by gabster 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

I am buying a generator for my power tools but all i need is what i have in my house one 120 volt outlet on a 20 amp breaker so that would mean i need a 2400 watt generator? but that dont seem right does anybody know how many watts is put out by a regular outlet in your house?

2006-12-27 16:39:25 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Home & Garden

what is the material called used to keep pigeons away?? some glue-like material???

2006-12-27 16:33:02 · 5 answers · asked by thegirlfromthegrayhouse 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

ok well the lava in my lava lamp frezzes is that bad for the lamp?

2006-12-27 16:21:15 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Home & Garden