Home & Garden - 27 December 2006

there is a gap of around an inch inside at the corners, the building was built around 1700 and three storeys, single brick i think. i had a survey 7 yrs ago when i bought it and it said because the vbuilding next door had wall ties i could strap the joists to the wall but when i looked this seemed to have bbeen done some time ago.

2006-12-27 13:37:29 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-12-27 13:35:27 · 6 answers · asked by bex920 3 in Other - Home & Garden

2006-12-27 13:34:06 · 3 answers · asked by bex920 3 in Cleaning & Laundry

2006-12-27 13:31:29 · 15 answers · asked by schneb 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

When would be a good time to do that. I do follow the signs. But winter or when?

2006-12-27 13:30:16 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

2006-12-27 13:26:49 · 7 answers · asked by proview7 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

2006-12-27 13:25:37 · 8 answers · asked by normanbosworth200 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

NO questions here, Just a statement so no one makes any mistakes with this. If you want to install laminate in your kitchen or bathroom DO NOT. Laminate warps with water. If you want wood in your kitchen, I suggest a high quality vinyl that looks just like wood, or real hardwood. Laminate also warps in bathrooms due to the high moisture. If you have a dishwasher, defianatly do not put laminate in your kitchen, the slightest leak of water will wreck your entire floor. I own a flooring business and have seen people make these mistakes for a long time. I really wish others wouldnt do the same, because your flooring may only last you a year in a bathroom, and that gets quite costly after awhile. Kitchens last longer unless you have a dishwasher that leaks suddenly, then you're faced with a new crisis of needing new flooring. Thanks!!!!!

2006-12-27 13:23:05 · 8 answers · asked by mannasox 4 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I'm going to remodel the laundry room and right now there's a vinyl wall base that is glued along the bottom of the drywall. Any suggestions on how to remove it ?

2006-12-27 13:21:35 · 14 answers · asked by Ron 2 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I have mini blinds and lace curtains on my living room windows,but the next foor neighbors are always trying to look in my windows when I have the blinds open,so have to keep them shut all the time. I would like to find something to put on the windows so they can't see in. Any suggestions?

2006-12-27 13:18:28 · 24 answers · asked by grbarnaba 4 in Decorating & Remodeling

I live in Maine and just bought a house in March. I have had 2 chimney fires in about 6 weeks time. The last one resulting in damage of floors and ceilings. I need to find the regulations on rebuilding a new chimney. I have done a few searches but I am having trouble finding anything. I do not have insurance on my house... and we are paying for the damages. I would just like some help finding information please!

2006-12-27 13:06:49 · 5 answers · asked by Jen 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-12-27 13:03:11 · 10 answers · asked by mydogsausha 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

I washed some clothes, put them in the dryer and didnt realize that my son had a black crayon in one of the pockets........ needlessless to say theres melted crayon on everything.........is there any way to get this out?

2006-12-27 13:02:58 · 15 answers · asked by nydiva28 3 in Cleaning & Laundry

What about dryer sheets?

2006-12-27 12:59:02 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cleaning & Laundry

2006-12-27 12:53:33 · 7 answers · asked by dh 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

When I remove dark blue or navy cotton clothing from the dryer, I occasionally find spots the size of a quarter which look like oil spots (or wet spots). I use Tide laundry detergent and have tried various kinds of fabric softeners but still see the spots from time to time. The spots disappear after a few more washings.

Any idea what causes this?

2006-12-27 12:51:48 · 7 answers · asked by Mark H 4 in Cleaning & Laundry

We are getting Dirty water in ALL of the faucets, toilet, washer.. We had a plumber come out and he can't find a water leak.. Our Well is only 4 yrs. old.. Any Ideas?? Please help me figure this out, , I have Dirty water.. Can't drink it , can't bathe in it. .. Don't even want to wash my hands in it..The water is dirty Not Rusty..

2006-12-27 12:50:52 · 4 answers · asked by crazy cat lady 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

My dryer is not heating, its almost like if it was on an air setting. But I checked my settings and its normal.
I dont know what to do.
Does anyone know how to fix it?

2006-12-27 12:50:31 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

i need to know how to refinish my hardwood floor, it looks simple, but I'm figuring that it must not be , since the companies that offer this service charge so much......i already have a buffer somebody told me all i have to do is attach sandpaper screens ......sand.....then apply polyurathane........does anybody know

2006-12-27 12:41:10 · 7 answers · asked by ***Speng*** 2 in Decorating & Remodeling

So i moved to an apartment near a hospital/trucking route, and my bedroom window is only single pane.. I dont mind blocking the window, so im wondering should I use foam so stick in the window well? whats the cheapest way to keep sound from coming in through the window?? thanks! : )

2006-12-27 12:34:55 · 12 answers · asked by burnaby_sk8rboy 2 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

My favorite pair of khaki colored pants got washed in a load that had brand new blue jeans in it. They have been washed and dried in the dryer. They are now slightly blue tinted. Help!

2006-12-27 12:16:18 · 8 answers · asked by tellmethisans 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

Is it okay to freeze them? Will that work? I want them to last until the end of January and most of them are not fully dried out yet. If freezing them is a good idea, then what do I do about the placement of the leaves? I just want to preserve the colors and the texture of the leaves without it drying out and turning into a black color. So waxing them is not an option. I want to use them in an art booklet.

2006-12-27 12:06:35 · 4 answers · asked by gack 2 in Other - Home & Garden

2006-12-27 11:58:09 · 1 answers · asked by leah p 1 in Garden & Landscape

My office has keyed door locks on each door, but no keys. These are indoor offices, and "ultra" security is not needed.

Can these locks be re-keyed without an original key?

How much does it cost if this is possible, say at a Home depot or Lowes?

I want all the locks to have the same key, so that one key can open all the doors.

Thanks for the advice.

2006-12-27 11:50:10 · 6 answers · asked by nathan_strahl 1 in Other - Home & Garden

have 100amp. & 200amp. shutoff switches on meter bases,taking 100amp. & 200amps. from shutoff switches from outside meter bases to 100 amp. & 200amp. inside pannells. What size wire do I need for feeding inside service.?? this is for a 3 bay garage.

2006-12-27 11:49:57 · 2 answers · asked by oldreet55 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

My office has keyed door locks on each door, but no keys. These are indoor offices, and "ultra" security is not needed.

Can these locks be re-keyed without an original key?

How much does it cost if this is possible, say at a Home depot or Lowes?

I want all the locks to have the same key, so that one key can open all the doors.

Thanks for the advice.

2006-12-27 11:49:51 · 7 answers · asked by nathan_strahl 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I would like to grow some snapdragons and among other seeds for my garden but don't have a clue on gardening.

Do I grow them in the garden or in a pot first??? If so how long will I need to keep them in the pot before transfering them over to my garden bed.

2006-12-27 11:46:42 · 4 answers · asked by coastey 1 in Garden & Landscape

is glaze better than stain on kitchen cabinet wood (cherry or maple)? what is the benefit of glaze over stain?

2006-12-27 11:35:04 · 8 answers · asked by erwin 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

Hey, It's winter here in Toronto. It's really cold in the solarium (solarium is in the apartment). I have been keeping my birds in my sister's room but she's getting mad so now I have to put it in my room since there is no more big spaces in the apartment.|||| How do I make it warmer in the solarium (28 degree celcius) without doing anything to the surrounding walls?||||| Also, I need a cheap way!

2006-12-27 11:32:22 · 2 answers · asked by aamir925 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

Hey, It's winter here in Toronto. It's really cold in the solarium (solarium is in the apartment). I have been keeping my birds in my sister's room but she's getting mad so now I have to put it in my room since there is no more big spaces in the apartment.|||| How do I make it warmer in the solarium (28 degree celcius) without doing anything to the surrounding walls?||||| Also, I need a cheap way!

2006-12-27 11:31:45 · 2 answers · asked by aamir925 1 in Garden & Landscape